He has forced 23 missed tackles on receptions, fourth best in the FBS. 1 wideout challenges. Pro Football Network, LLC. Olusegun Oluwatimi, Michigan (96)2. Robinson leaves Texas ranked No. Continue reading this article and more from top writers, for only $9.99/mo. He posted 8.5 sacks in a breakout season for the Wildcats. Gray is the classic quick running back who thrives in the open field and is also an exceptional receiver. 2023 NFL Draft Position Rankings, Pre-Combine: Quarterbacks. You'd think he's already been coached by Dante Scarnecchia by watching him deploy his hands and reset in pass protection. He is very athletic for his size and could be used at multiple front seven positions in the NFL. For more: Top 10 EDGEs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Will Anderson Jr. sits atop a talented podium, 1) Jalen Carter, Georgia2) Bryan Bresee, Clemson3) Calijah Kancey, Pittsburgh4) Gervon Dexter, Florida5) Siaki Ika, Baylor6) Tyler Davis, Clemson7) Jaxon Player, Baylor8) Jaquelin Roy, LSU9) Akheem Mesidor, Miami (FL)10) P.J. But he still played in 11 games (seven starts), and it was obvious that the Bulldogs' defense is on another level when he is up the middle. 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Who are the top cornerbacks, and which rusher leads our analysts' running back rankings? Young is getting more attention as a straight-up strong and powerful run defender. If he can put together all of his raw talent, he can quickly blossoming into something special. He battles with his hands like a heavyweight boxer and has length for days. Who is the player of the year in every women's college basketball conference? After redshirting during his first season on campus (2019), he became a key starter the following year. Who is Young? These rankings are subject to change, of course, because the combine carries decently heavy weight in my evaluations. He served primarily as a rotational defensive tackle in Year 1 in Lubbock before switching back to defensive end during the backstretch of the 2020 season. There are other players to know not on this list as well, most notably the No. Smith joined Carter in leading the latest iteration of Kirby Smart's defense with his pure explosiveness and pass-rushing speed. Johnston will suit up for the College Football Playoff semifinal against Michigan (Vrbo Fiesta Bowl), but he is not eligible for any all-star games as a junior non-graduate. MORE: Is Jalen Carter or Will Anderson Jr. the draft's best defensive player? -- Miller. His 9.4 yards per attempt ranks third in the country. Richard Gouraige, Florida (67), Surprise at the top here, I imagine. Zay Flowers, Boston College (42)T4. After sitting behind Mac Jones in his freshman year at Alabama, Young took over during the 2021 season -- and his sophomore campaign was one of the most prolific in program history. Noah is a terror for offenses as a tackling and playmaking machine. Rice is a strong receiver with great hands with savvy and versatile route-running skills. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Phillips has also jumped into the first-round conversation with his strong ballhawking skills and six interceptions for the Utes. Robinson topped the 100-yard mark 18 times in his college career, including in nine of his final 10 collegiate games. A new No. Kelly has great pedigree, a big frame and natural skills but to be more than a subpackage player who's trusted in man, he must improve his recognition and technique. To'oToo is the typical athletic and rangy 3-4 linebacker for NIck Saban. Johnson uses his wide range to make a lot of plays on the ball in coverage. Carter is an absolute disruptive force inside, combining all those recent draftees' qualities into a complete package. Tomlinson is a smooth and fluid cover man, from short area to downfield. Stroud vs. Anthony Richardson and More, Top XFL Quarterbacks 2023: Jordan Taamu Looks To Hold Off Ben DiNucci for Top Spot, Final 2023 Senior Bowl QB Rankings: Jake Haener Rises Above the Rest. Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. He covers a lot of ground and is technically sound. He is relentless in his pursuit against the run and finishes with pop as a tackler. He just needs to work on his decision-making and mechanics to become more consistent and accurate in the NFL. He has terrific athleticism and speed with which to stretch the field. Avila is well-rounded for blocking with his power and agility for the inside. Ahead of all the action, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah released his latest ranking of the top 50 prospects for the 2023 NFL Draft. The son of 13-year NFL veteran linebacker Joey Porter, he was a multisport athlete in Pennsylvania. Benton is a stout and powerful prospect who can make for a strong rotational tackle in the NFL. No matter the moment of the game, he plays with the same heartbeat. Before I begin, remember, these are my individual rankings, not the full CBS Sports prospect rankings, which is an aggregate of the rankings of Ryan Wilson, Josh Edwards and myself. He's also getting more attention how he can finish physically in run support. Tuipulotu has intriguing speed, power and agility that made him so productive in college. A new name at the top here as well as Ohio State guard Paris Johnson Jr. is kicking out to left tackle in 2022. After months of film study and advanced research, here are Pro Football Networks consensus top players at each respective position. He totally found his next groove with Caleb Williams as his QB. Witherspoon has gotten some extra buzz and rising as a perimeter defensive prospect because of how well his uses his size to make plays ton the ball in man coverage. NFL Draft prospects 2023: Big board of top 125 players 1. 2023 NFL Draft Top Prospects First Look: Quarterbacks 1 CJ Stroud, Ohio State 6-3, 218 2 Bryce Young, Alabama 6-0, 194 3 DJ Uiagalelei, Clemson 6-4, 250 4 Addison was the highest-profile transfer of the offseason, leaving Pitt for a different wide receiver factory. LaPorta is a well-rounded tight end who can do everything as an intermediate receiver and also is a willing blocker whe needed. But his true breakout year came in 2022, when he started at outside corner in 10 games. Phil Jurkovec, Grayson McCall, Jake Haener, and Kedon Slovis all have a chance to crash these rankings with great seasons. Robinson, given his receiving skills and classic profile as a feature back, is a rare mid first-rounder for the position. He's not perfect. Here are my top five 2023 NFL Draft prospects at each offensive position:, I'll get it out the way first -- Stroud doesn't have the improvisational brilliance of Young nor the athletic prowess of Richardson or Levis. Anudike-Uzomah is a long, strong pass rusher who uses his smarts, instincts and variety of moves to the quarterback while works on becoming a little more explosive. Height Feet 6-5. Boutte is right there with Smith-Njigba in being a smooth well-rounded receiver with speed, quickness, hands and route-running. Wypler is a reliable athletic pass protector who needs to get stronger to hold up better as an NFL run blocker. Height: 6-foot | Weight: 194 pounds, Reid's current ranking: No. For this, edge rushers are a catch-all for outside linebackers, defensive ends, and hybrids of the two positions. Richardson has off-the-charts athleticism and the arm to deliver all of the throws with zip and touch. NFL Draft prospects 2023: Updated big board of top 125 players overall, position rankings, SN's latest first-round projections for 2023. He has still room to grow to use his frame and physicality even better as a receiver and blocker. Bergeron is a smart blocker with a good blend of power and agility considering his size. If he can get a little stronger, he can turn into a reliable all-around blocker for a long time. Four new players make his list, including Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker. In conjunction with the release of our consensus Top 300 Big Board, here are the top 10 players at every With the annual NFL Scouting Combine here in February and individual pro day workouts looming in March, it's officially the heart of 2023 NFL Draft season. Hall shows good zip on his passes and uses his athleticism well while throwing, but he's also an older prospect (25) who needs to use his experience to his advantage to quickly develop all-around. Torrence is a powerful and nasty interior run blocker who uses his hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders. He finished the year with 37 pressures (tied for 13th) and was a big riser on a lot of draft boards. Jones is very appealing because of his agility and natural footwork in pass protection. He reads the field and leads his team with superior intangibles. He also has a strong fluid arm and easy motion with which to generate the right zip for intermediate and downfield throws. He has refined his game well in a more dynamic offense. Clark Phillips III was dominant in the Rose Bowl in his last outing last year and has top-tier speed at the position. Wilson declared for the draft and will not play in Texas Tech's TaxAct Texas Bowl game against Ole Miss. section: | slug: 2023-nfl-draft-breaking-down-the-top-5-prospects-at-each-offensive-position-heading-into-the-combine | sport: football | route: article_single_special | He also has gotten more buzz as a middle-round potential of late. His running ability stood out this season, too, as he gained 195 yards and scored four times on the ground. All Scouts Average Position Rank 6. OG. 4 overall (RB1). Like some recent previous Trojans, his best role in the NFL at first might be as a dynamic slot. For more: Top 10 CBs in the 2023 NFL Draft: Kelee Ringos ceiling gives him the edge, 1) JL Skinner, Boise State2) Brandon Joseph, Notre Dame3) Jordan Battle, Alabama4) Jaylon Carlies, Missouri5) Jalen Catalon, Arkansas6) Rashad Torrence II, Florida7) Demani Richardson, Texas A&M8) Trey Dean III, Florida9) Kenny Logan Jr., Kansas10) Jalen Green, Mississippi State. Wright is pretty close to the total package. Paris Johnson, Ohio State (21)3. Levis showed immense growth and extreme arm talent a season ago and looks poised to bring Kentucky to new heights this fall. Ringo is an extremely athletic and physical corner, using every bit of size and frame well in aggressive coverage. He has refined his game well in a more dynamic offense. While none of these prospects earned Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 275 pounds, Reid's current ranking: No. Can the Lions fix their defense? A consensus five-star recruit out of Cincinnati, Johnson was the No. Steve Avila, TCU (76), Oluwatimi doesn't have a first-round athletic profile. Theres a new No. Torrence has an NFL guard frame and while there are some pass-pro hiccups on film, he's a mostly steady player in all phases., Tippmann is a tall, twitched up center who has to add more power to his game and Avila is the opposite. Standout trait: Robinson's contact balance is a rare trait, allowing him to bounce off tacklers and evade would-be tacklers in space with awesome balance, body control and power. And talk about playing bigger than his size -- Reed tracks the ball magnificantly and has the route-running savvy and pure athletic gifts to get open in the NFL. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Robinson, given his receiving skills and classic profile as a feature back, is a rare mid-first-rounder for the position. 1 wideout challenges. For more: Top 10 LB in the 2023 NFL Draft: Noah Sewell and Trenton Simpson battle at the top, 1) Kelee Ringo, Georgia2) Cam Smith, South Carolina3) Clark Phillips III, Utah4) Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State5) Garrett Williams, Syracuse6) Eli Ricks, Alabama7) Tyrique Stevenson, Miami (FL)8) Jaylon Jones, Texas A&M9) Kris Abrams-Draine, Missouri10) Kyu Blu Kelly, Stanford. 1 Bryce Young Alabama 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: No. Young uses his strength and physicality well but projects more as a run-stopping complement. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences. 2023 NFL Draft Quarterback Elimination Chamber: Bryce Young vs. C.J. Tillman is the classic size-speed perimeter vertical threat who also finishes well in the end zone. 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