2023 NFL Mock Draft: Panthers end Mayfield, Darnold nightmare
By Brad Weiss
Atlanta Falcons. Paris Johnson Jr.. 13. player. 44. . OT
The Atlanta Falcons pulled off a stunning victory this past weekend, as they beat a playoff contender in the San Francisco 49ers. Now, the Falcons will look to continue moving forward, as the NFC South is a very winnable division this season, especially with Tom Brady looking his age.
With Marcus Mariota under contract, the Falcons could decide to bolster the offensive line, and Paris Johnson Jr. should be the second offensive tackle off the board. Atlanta has some nice pieces and has been surprisingly solid this season, so a complete overhaul may not be in the cards this offseason.
player. 36. . LB. Seattle Seahawks. Trenton Simpson. 14
The Seattle Seahawks hold two picks in the first 14 selections next year, and after bolstering the secondary at No. 7 overall, they continue to stack talent on the defense at No. 14. Of course, all of this changes is Geno Smith struggles down the stretch and looks like his old self, but as of now, he is more likely to get a new deal than anything else.
At pick No. 14 overall, the Seahawks add linebacker Trenton Simpson, a player many feel is the best at his position group in this draft class. The good Seattle teams of the past were built on a stingy defense, and with these two picks, Pete Carroll and the front office follow that blueprint.