The top four QB prospects have headlined the 2023 cycle -- and deservingly so -- but in this mock draft, a current top QB is involved in a trade. What if I told you that the traded for ? In return, the get former No. 3 overall pick , this year's third-round pick (No. 99) and first-rounders in 2024 and 2025.In my first mock draft of the year, I tried to make it as realistic as po sible with unexpected surprises and impactful trades. After the take Bryce Young at No. 1, my mock heats up with the taking a player no one would have expected weeks ago and the giving their fans either an "oh no" or "oh yes" moment. And what about the move the made? See, I have you intrigued already.My mock is filled with realistic actions we've all witne sed with past drafts that will keep you locked in until the final selection of the first round. Thanks for checking my mock out. Now let's get to it! For more extensive draft content, check out our latest and as well as our podcast, featuring former general manager Rick Spielman.NFL Mock DraftRound 1 From Round 1 - Pick 1 QB Alabama 5'10" / 204 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 2nd POSITION RNK 1st The Panthers all along felt Young was the best QB in the draft. Round 1 - Pick 2 QB Kentucky 6'4" / 229 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 18th POSITION RNK 4th Houston decides to surprise us all by selecting Will Levis. No one saw this happening two weeks ago. Round 1 - Pick 3 EDGE Texas Tech 6'6" / 271 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 8th POSITION RNK 2nd The Cardinals believe Wilson is better suited Montrezl Harrell Jersey for their new defensive scheme. This was the first surprise in my mock after Levis at No. 2, but it won't be the last. Round 1 - Pick 4 QB Ohio State 6'3" / 218 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 4th POSITION RNK 2nd Arguably the second-best QB was available at four. There was nothing to think about for Indy. From Round 1 - Pick 5 DL Georgia 6'3" / 314 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 3rd POSITION RNK 1st The Seahawks get arguably the best player in the draft at five. If he's dialed in and focused, this move could create a new Legion of Boom. From Round 1 - Pick 6 EDGE Alabama 6'4" / 243 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 1st POSITION RNK 1st This might be the easiest pick ever for the Lions. Round 1 - Pick 7 CB Oregon 6'2" / 201 lbs Ky Bowman Jersey Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 7th POSITION RNK 1st The top CB in the draft goes to a place where he's needed big time. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 8 QB Florida 6'4" / 232 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 11th POSITION RNK 3rd It's trade time! Atlanta trades the eighth pick to Tenne see. In return, the Falcons get No. 11 and a 2024 second-round pick. The Titans get their future QB, and he has the luxury of learning while watching the Ryan Tannehill farewell tour. Round 1 - Pick 9 OT Ohio State 6'6" / 310 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 13th POSITION RNK 2nd I love this pick. It fills a need, and with Teven Jenkins the Bears now have two bookend tackles. From Round 1 - Pick 10 EDGE Iowa 6'5" / 275 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 16th POSITION RNK 3rd The Eagles need to add depth on the defensive front, and that's what they do in selecting Van Ne s. He didn't start one game over the past two seasons but combined for double-digit sacks, so clearly his future is bright. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 11 CB Illinois 6'0" / 180 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 9th POSITION RNK 2nd I love this move. Even with the Falcons trading for Jeff Okudah, who could depart after one year if the team doesn't pick up his fifth-year option, this selection makes sense. From Round 1 - Pick 12 WR Ohio State 6'1" / 200 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 19th POSITION RNK 2nd Houston drafts the replacement for Brandin Cooks, and he'll be catching pa ses from Levis. Round 1 - Pick 13 OT Georgia 6'5" / 311 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 23rd POSITION RNK 3rd Mekhi Becton hasn't shown the ability to stay healthy, so it's smart to prepare for another injury with a potential future Pro Bowler. Round 1 - Pick 14 Rayjon Tucker Jersey OT Tenne see 6'6" / 335 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 26th POSITION RNK 4th With Riley Reiff turning 35 this year, the Patriots grab the best RT in the draft. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 15 OT Northwestern 6'4" / 313 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 6th POSITION RNK 1st The Buccaneers swap first-round picks and send a third-rounder this year to the Packers to move up four spots to select Skoronski. With the departure of Donovan Smith, the Bucs draft his replacement while keeping Tristan Wirfs on the right side. Round 1 - Pick 16 CB Penn State 6'2" / 194 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 12th POSITION RNK 4th The NFC East is loaded with WRs, so Porter is a nece sity for the Commanders. Round 1 - Pick 17 CB Maryland 6'2" / 205 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 10th POSITION RNK 3rd Mike Tomlin loves athletic CBs with swag, and Banks has that. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 18 RB Texas 5'11" / 215 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 20th POSITION RNK 4th The teams swap first-round picks with the Lions getting a third-rounder and the Chargers adding a fifth and a sixth. Austin Ekeler is mad, wants a new contract and asked to be traded. The Chargers answer his requests by selecting the most talented RB since Saquon Barkley. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 19 WR TCU 6'4" Danilo Gallinari Jersey / 215 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 15th POSITION RNK 1st Another weapon for Jordan Love. Round 1 - Pick 20 WR USC 6'0" / 175 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 25th POSITION RNK 4th The former Biletnikoff Award winner would fit in nicely with Seattle's balanced offense. Mock Trade from Round 1 - Pick 21 CB Mi si sippi State 6'0" / 180 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 21st POSITION RNK 1st Forbes is the best ball-hawking DB in the draft, with 18 interceptions and six pick-sixes in the three years at Mi si sippi State. Detroit is winning in my mock draft. Round 1 - Pick 22 EDGE Georgia 6'2" / 238 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 22nd POSITION RNK 5th The Ravens really value edge rushers. If Smith can refine his pa s-rushing skills, look out! Round 1 - Pick 23 WR Boston College 5'9" / 182 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 24th POSITION RNK 3rd The Vikings lost Adam Thielen, so WR depth is needed. Round 1 - Pick 24 CB Georgia 6'2" / 207 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 48th POSITION RNK 7th A secondary that was last in the NFL in pa s defense last year desperately needs an upgrade. Ringo is a prototypical CB who could become a better pro than college player. Round 1 - Pick 25 CB South Carolina 6'0" / 188 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 32nd POSITION RNK 5th A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, CeeDee Lamb, Brandin Cooks, Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson. Need I say more? Round 1 - Pick 26 TE Notre Dame 6'4" / 265 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 21st POSITION RNK 1st The best TE in the draft will fit in nicely with Dak Prescott. Round 1 - Pick 27 IOL Florida 6'5" / 347 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 33rd POSITION RNK 1st The best guard in the draft will provide an attitude of toughne s for the Bills. Round 1 - Pick 28 TE Utah 6'4" / 240 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 31st POSITION RNK 2nd Joe Burrow gets another weapon to throw to. Kincaid is a mixture of Zach Ertz and Todd Heap. From Round 1 - Pick 29 DL Pittsburgh 6'1" / 281 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 30th POSITION RNK 3rd Defensive interior help is the biggest defensive need for the Saints, and they answer that need Rodney McGruder Jersey with Kancey. Round 1 - Pick 30 S Alabama 6'0" / 190 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 17th POSITION RNK 1st The Eagles lost their Swi s Army knife, C.J. Gardner Johnson, via free agency, but by adding Branch, they add a younger Swi s Army knife. Round 1 - Pick 31 OT Oklahoma 6'5" / 315 lbs Projected Team PROSPECT RNK 28th POSITION RNK 5th The two starting offensive tackles from last year's team are gone, so solidifying protection for Patrick Mahomes is a priority.
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