2023 NFL Draft: Full two-round mock after early free agency waves

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Feb 2, 2023; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Cody Mauch of North Dakota State (70) practices during the third day of Senior Bowl week at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-USA TODAY Sports /

2023 NFL Draft: Full two-round mock after early free agency waves

New England Patriots. Cody Mauch. 46. player. 47. . OL

The New England Patriots had a down year in 2022, but that does not mean that they are going to stay down for long. Head coach Bill Belichick has built a winning tradition in New England, so you have to think they will be right back in the mix for a playoff spot next season.

In this mock, the Patriots added a talented wideout for Mac Jones in the first round, and here, they get him some help up front along the offensive line. Cody Mauch is one of the more versatile offensive linemen in this draft class, so his landing in New England helps them protect their No. 1 asset in Jones.

58. . OL. Washington Commanders. John Michael Schmitz. 47. player

The Washington Commanders held the No. 16 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, and with the selection in our mock, they added Penn State star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Porter is considered one of the best defensive backs in this draft class, and 31 picks later, the Commanders get one of the best interior offensive linemen as well.

John Michael Schmitz is getting a lot of buzz as we inch closer to April’s draft, and some feel he could be a first-round pick. Here, he falls to No. 47, but the Commanders are waiting with open arms as they add a punishing player who will protect their new starting quarterback Sam Howell.

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