2023 NFL Mock Draft: Elite QBs dominate top of Round 1

Round 7

Valentine’s testing numbers and speed all warrant a lake pick by Chicago.

Not to be overshadowed by Austin, Wright was a nasty corner at the line of scrimmage.

Demus has the verticality needed to beat out other late-round picks and make the team potentially.

Johnson’s size and effort will be his meal ticket as either a dime back or a terrific special teams player.

Tinsley could be a reliable WR5 in San Francisco, as both his Western Kentucky and Penn State tape was impressive.

Phelps is a gamble on speed and raw pass rush talent over some average production at Kansas.

Hellams is not a great athlete, but he’s above average at stopping the run in the defensive backfield.

The Falcons could add some nice depth with Wagner, a quality athlete with consistent tape.

Speed, speed, and more speed is Tucker’s game. Doug Pederson won’t have to think for long to utilize him well.

The Saints need a pass-catcher, and Latu’s breakout season will get them interested.

Scott is older and inconsistent, but his speed and range give him a somewhat low floor.

The Browns have a quality offensive line, but you can never pass up an opportunity to add a steal like this.

Miller was one of Deion Sanders’ top players at Jackson State both on the field and in the locker room.

Murphy’s stats look fake. There has to be something worth mining out of a player with that production.

Tune’s RAS score, live arm, and production will all lead to him eventually getting picked.

Willis finally broke out during his final season in college, which likely caught Washington’s eye.

Duggan’s arm has questions, but his playmaking remains interesting from an NFL viewpoint.

The Packers’ eternal quest for offensive line depth lands them at Bass’ feet.

Mitchell will make for a fine Taylor backup, as ECU saw his speed change their whole offense.

Beal was a career backup at Georgia, but he could still make it in the pros, thanks to his traits.

Mitchell’s last two years at Northwestern warranted a pick in this range.

A former college quarterback, Thompson is such an intriguing athlete that LA might take him and figure out where he is best served.

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Blackmon’s USC tenure showed off enough traits worth developing for the Giants.

Stills can stuff the run, which is all Pittsburgh will ask him to do.

Diabite has tremendous energy and tackling effectiveness in the open field.

Davis’ game is all based on his speed, giving him returner potential right out of the box.

Brown is a high-variance player who performed like a high Day 3 player at his best.

Scruggs slid a bit in this mock, and the value-crazy Pats will gladly take advantage.

Merriweather hits like a truck. Special teams will be his calling card early on.

Silvera never dominated, but San Francisco is a great place for him to work on his game.

Allen might be an odd fit for some, but his speed is so freakish that he could get picked.

Martin does a few things well on the defensive line. He has a higher ceiling than most seventh-rounders.

Graham’s fit will cause him to slide, but Kansas City has the depth to test him at both spots.

Bush locking up Rashee Rice was enough to confirm he is draftable,

Robinson was very bendy in college, and that trait might help him win a roster spot.

Dye is a Day 2 back with the worst injury uck ever. Can San Francisco get something out of him?

Dale did a little bit of everything for Alabama, and that might be enough for Joe Schoen.

O’Neal is a perfect practice squad stash after a solid transfer season in LA.

Vokolek can block and be a red zone threat, which makes for a draftable player.

Lacy has experience at both defensive line spots. Will that be enough to make the Saints?

The level of competition is what it is, but Bonds’ height/weight combo is freakish.

Mr. Irrelevant is a versatile lineman with nimble feet and sufficient power.