He allowed only 3.7 yards per passing attempt as the primary defender, the fifth-best mark in the country. Standout trait: Wilson has a unique frame with a good blend of power and buildup speed -- and he plays with a powerful base. Anderson is a freakish combination of strength, power, quickness and explosiveness. He uses both his hands and feet to win his battles. Quentin Johnston is a name that fans will all learn to love, as is Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who set new Rose Bowl records in his last outing of 2021. He can take over games with his speed, quickness and route-running. He also has a strong fluid arm and easy motion with which to generate the right zip for intermediate and downfield throws. He posted 8.5 sacks in a breakout season for the Wildcats. He totally found his next groove with Caleb Williams as his QB. Carter has an explosive first step and complements it with strong hands at the point of attack to puncture and finish plays behind the line of scrimmage. Robinson, given his receiving skills and classic profile as a feature back, is a rare mid first-rounder for the position. Murphy has awesome explosive qualities and power for his size, too, to stand out as the second-best pass rusher in the class behind the incomparable Anderson. 1 overall, even vs. a franchise QB. Phillips has also jumped into the first-round conversation with his strong ballhawking skills and six interceptions for the Utes. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. As the college football season has arrived, the 2023 NFL Draft continues to inch closer. Latu is a smart versatile blocking tight end who has a chunk of untapped upside as a receiver. With college all-star games and further tape study in the books, NFL Network draft guru and former NFL scout Daniel Jeremiah updates his ranking of the top 50 draft He still has room to grow his game while in coverage. Rice is a strong receiver with great hands plus savvy and versatile route-running skills. There are other players to know not on this list as well, most notably the No. He has terrific athleticism and speed with which to stretch the field. Sign up Sknner is a physical run-stopping safety who gets the most out of his big frame but he needs to operate in a zone scheme to handle coverage in the NFL. He has forced 23 missed tackles on receptions, fourth best in the FBS. Jump to: Tillman is the classic size-speed perimeter vertical threat who also finishes well in the end zone. Paris Johnson, Ohio State (21)3. He has All-Pro upside. What's next? The combine and his pro day workout will be Stroud's tentpole events in the pre-draft process. Stroud, Bryce Young, Will Levis and the rest of the quarterback class? Smith is a productive and disruptive nose tackle made for reliable run stuffing and also making some big plays in the backfield. Robinson has unique burst with the big-play ability to take any run the distance with enough speed, vision and determination. He is relentless in his pursuit against the run and finishes with pop as a tackler. If he was a little taller, he'd be a locked-in top-half-of-the-first-round selection. NFL Draft prospects 2023: Big board of top 70 players Getty Images 1. Morris uses his high-effort approach to be very productive but he could further expand the explosive part of his game. Wright makes the watchlist because of his massive frame and athleticism to match. He can stretch the field on the outside and also can be fearless positioning his body to make tougher catches inside. Despite missing time last season, Boutte still impressed with lackluster quarterback play. Ringo is an extremely athletic and physical corner, using every bit of size and frame well in aggressive coverage. Austin has great size and uses it best in single coverage downfield. Mims makes big plays and does it both ways: Stretching the field deep and also showing the toughness and quickness to be a major force after the catch. He came out of Mater Dei High School in Pasadena, California, as the top-ranked dual-threat passer in the 2020 class. Who makes it onto the list? He moved on to Kentucky as a graduate transfer prior to the 2021 season and made an instant impact. He can make big plays on the ball but he just needs to work on being more consistent with his downfield technique. Banks has appealing size and playmaking skills but needs to put it all together in coverage. Michael Mayer, Notre Dame (10)3. Is Jalen Carter or Will Anderson Jr. the draft's best defensive player. DT | ILB | CB | S | K Gonzalez has learned how to use his long frame better to show a nice blend of agility and physicality in coverage that gets him some first-round consideration. Jarrett is a route-running and hands technician who can settle into a strong slot receiving role in the NFL. Who is Stroud? The deadline to declare for the 2023 NFL Draft has come and gone, so it only felt right to update PFFs draft board. Johnson uses his wide range to make a lot of plays on the ball in coverage. Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 215 pounds, Miller's current ranking: No. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Plus, we took each analyst's overall rankings, averaged them out and came up with a consensus top-10 ranking for the 2023 class. Brown is a tough, productive safety with some big-play qualities but he could get better with his reading and reacting to make plays vs. the run. All Scouts Average Overall Rank 25.8. I'm a little concerned about his size and lack of a monster arm., Richardson is big and twitchy and explosive with a bazooka connected to his shoulder. Wilson is a versatile pass rusher with a massive frame. The Bulldogs' post-national championship front has had a clear new anchor with Travon Walker, Jordan Davis, Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker all finding NFL homes. This season, Johnston has three games with more than 130 receiving yards and scored in five of his final eight contests, despite dealing with an ankle injury. Smith is a smart cover man who makes a lot of plays on the ball with the capacity to play inside, outside or safety. Noah is the younger brother of former Oregon offensive tackle Penei, who was a first-round draft pick of the Lions two years ago. He still needs to work on getting stronger and more physical against the run. Carter | Robinson | Porter | Johnston Overshown lives up to his frame with great speed and quickness, which are assets against the pass, but he could get better cleaning up vs. the run. Because of his size, he projects as a long-time nickel. 2023 NFL Draft Quarterback Elimination Chamber: Bryce Young vs. C.J. Ranked based on how good from the college perspective we think all the top prospects look Yeah, that good. Hall has the suddenness, quickness and explosiveness to excel in the NFL and can raise his stock with a smooth pre-draft season. 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Late 1st 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Late 2nd, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Early 2nd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: 3rd, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Early 2nd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Late 3rd, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Early 3rd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Late 4th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Early 3rd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: 5th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: 4th 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: 5th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: 4th 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Late 5th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Top 20 Overall 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: 2nd, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: 4th 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Early 6th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Late 5th 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Early 7th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: Top 20 Overall 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Early 2nd, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: 3rd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: 4th, 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: 3rd 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Worst Case: Early 4th, 2023 NFL Draft Underclassmen. Ahead of all the action, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah released his latest ranking of the top 50 prospects for the 2023 NFL Draft. Moore/Deebo Samuel WR in a RB's body., 1. The 2021 NFL season officially wrapped Sunday night, with the Los Angeles Rams taking home the Lombardi Trophy with a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals After sitting behind Justin Fields for a year, he beat out one of the highest-graded quarterbacks in recruiting history (Quinn Ewers) for the 2021 starting job as a sophomore and emerged as one of the nation's most efficient passers (4,435 yards, 44 TD throws). Young uses his strength and physicality well but projects more as a run-stopping complement. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? 15 overall (WR3). Does everything well. Benton is a stout and powerful prospect who can make for a strong rotational tackle in the NFL. As a junior non-graduate, Stroud will not be eligible for the Shrine Bowl or Senior Bowl, instead preparing for the scouting combine following Ohio State's run in the College Football Playoff. But his arm talent, arm strength, accuracy, and anticipation blend together awesomely on the field, and I love how one bad throw or series doesn't define him in a specific game. C.J. WebGet the latest NFL Draft prospect rankings from CBS Sports. Noah is a terror for offenses as a tackling and playmaking machine. Tillman is the classic size-speed perimeter vertical threat who also finishes well in the end zone. Avila is well-rounded for blocking with his power and agility for the inside. Brown has show good physicality, coverage savvy and versatility to say he can play either nickel corner or safety well in the NFL. His 21 run stops are tied for ninth in the FBS. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? I'm very interested in his measurables at the combine. Like some recent previous Trojans, his best role in the NFL at first might be as a dynamic slot. Gonzalez has learned how to use his long frame better to show a nice blend of agility and physicality in coverage that gets him some earlier first-round consideration. Kincaid is a versatile pass-catcher with great athleticism, hands and route-running skills for the position but needs some significant work on blocking skills. Harrison is a physically impressive prospect with a great frame and wingspan to hold up well. He'll need to work on his route-running and consistency in the NFL. His 16.0% pressure percentage is the fourth-best rate among all defenders in the country. Darnell Washington, Georgia (32), Kincaid has two high-level traits/skills -- he has impossibly good hands and is electric after the catch. Although, Siaki Ika and Jaxon Player have a chance to encroach on their dominance in their first season together in Waco. Gray is the classic quick running back who thrives in the open field and is also an exceptional receiver. Where do all of the top pro prospects rank before the NFL Combine? The son of the former Steelers and Dolphins star pass rusher has tremendous size and physicality for coverage and uses his reliable speed to make plays on the ball. Standout trait: Johnson's recovery agility is special, allowing him to easily redirect and reposition once he's settled into his pass set. Johnson finishes well with his athleticism and footwork in pass protection. To'oToo is the typical athletic and rangy 3-4 linebacker for NIck Saban. NFL Draft prospects 2023: Big board of top 100 players. He just put up impressive regular-season numbers for the Mustangs (96 catches, 1,355 yards and 10 TDs). Addison is a less-lanky DeVonta Smith. Johnson moved to left tackle in 2022 and excelled, earning consensus first-team All-American honors while being named a Lombardi Award semifinalist. 3 signal-caller in our college QB rankings: Clayton Tune. A consensus four-star recruit from Hampton, Georgia, Anderson signed with Alabama over in-state favorites and immediately hit the field as a key starter in his true freshman season. Levis is eligible for postseason all-star contests and has already received an invitation to the Senior Bowl -- but he hadn't made an official decision about participating. 3-ranked defensive tackle in the country). Bergeron is a smart blocker with a good blend of power and agility considering his size. Bainivalu is develop great appeal as a swing backup because of his size inside and blocking versatility. Peter Skoronski, Northwestern (8)5. He has also added 20 pressures. 1 Bryce Young Alabama 2023 NFL Draft Pre-Combine Projection Best Case: No. Once again, its important to note that this is a very early list. He also is quick enough to get after against the run and in pass coverage. Flowers was a bright spot in a rough season for the Eagles with 78 catches for 1,077 yards and 12 TDs. Carter is not eligible for any postseason all-star contests, but Georgia is the No. There's awesome power and balance to his game too. Will Levis also closed the gap on the rest and surpassed all but 1A and 1B in C.J. I trust him the most as a passer. He can make big plays on the ball but he just needs to work on being more consistent with his downfield technique. -- Reid, Year: Junior | Age: 21 | Career starts: 28 How do their evaluations differ, and which players are the unanimous No. Jordan and Matt dove in on each prospect's background, standout traits and draft stock. Murphy has terrific smarts, instincts and moves to help maximize his production. We pulled together top-five rankings at every single position from our four NFL draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Jordan Reid and Matt Miller. 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. Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 275 pounds, Reid's current ranking: No. He has still room to grow to use his frame and physicality even better as a receiver and blocker. Standout trait: Levis has an easy throwing motion that enables him to get plenty of velocity behind his throws. He has the smarts and instincts to start well in man or zone coverage. Campbell is a very perceptive inside linebacker prospect who just needs some refinement in his pursuit to remain effective cleaning up in the NFL. Jump to: Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. What's next? He reads the field and leads his team with superior intangibles. Stroud, Ohio State (CBS Sports overall rank: 4) Bryce Jones is a big, physical corner who can be most effective covering ground with his explosive burst in a zone scheme. Robinson has unique burst with the big-play ability to take any run the distance with enough speed, vision and determination. The younger Porter was a three-star recruit after spending time at both wide receiver and defensive back in high school, and he stayed in state to suit up for the Nittany Lions. He still has room to grow his game while in coverage. Harrison is a physically impressive prospect with a great frame and wingspan to hold up well against NFL defensive linemen. Horton will draw more buzz because of his off-charts athleticism and relentless that can be harnessed into better production in the NFL. Early Entrants QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | OTs | OG/Cs Edge | DEs/DTs | LBs | CBs | Safeties Top 100 2023 NFL Draft Early Entrants 2023 NFL Draft Early Entrants By College. How do the analysts view C.J. 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. 6 overall (QB2). He reads playswell and has good on-ball instincts. 1 WR emerged this summer as the PFN consensus is extremely high on LSUs Kayshon Boutte. Turner is a pretty solid all-around interior defender but he could get better with hands and footwork to give him more winning juice as an inside pass rusher. He could get better by becoming stronger vs. the run. Quentin Johnston, TCU (9)T2. Sanders has some intriguing hybrid potential with his size, tackling and coverage ability to go along with great pass-rush skills. Mims makes big plays and does it both ways: Stretching the field deep and also showing the toughness and quickness to be a major force after the catch. Height Feet 6-5. Jones is a big, physical corner who can be most effective covering ground with his explosive burst in a zone scheme. Dexter has become a disruptive athletic force with his massive frame in the vein of Georgia's Jordan Davis, a first-rounder of the Eagles in 2021. Carter is an absolute disruptive force inside, combining all those recent draftees' qualities into a complete package. He gets around everywhere well and is also reliable in run support. Kentucky went 7-4, and while Levis' yards per attempt improved a bit (8.5, up from 8.0), he didn't really cut down on the interceptions that plagued his game the year before (10 picks after throwing 13 in 2021). He needs a little more work on technique and run support. We'll see how Robinson runs -- if he does at all -- this week in Indy. 2023 NFL Draft Position Rankings, Pre-Combine: Quarterbacks. 2023 NFL Combine:February 28-March 6 Draft Date:April 27-April 29 Where:Indianapolis, IN, CFN 2023 NFL Draft Top Prospects QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | OTs | OG/Cs Edge | DTs | LBs | CBs | Safeties Top 100 2023 NFL Prospects, Pre-Combine 2023 NFL Combine Participants 2023 NFL Draft Early Entrants By College Contact/Follow @ColFootballnews. As such, we take the last preseason look at the top 10 players at every position for the 2023 NFL Draft. Freeland has great size and raw skills that can refined well for pass protection given his established high floor as an outside run blocker. The 2023 NFL draft is getting closer, and our analysts are building their draft boards. Williams has the physicality and fearlessness to fare well in either man or zone coverage once he further develops his technique and nose for the ball. Teams are working on getting more clarity for their big boards or how everyone in the current class of prospects stacks up against each other, overall and across positions. NFL Draft prospects 2023: Big board of top 125 players 1. Witherspoon has gotten some early 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. The Buckeyes star lineman replaces Nicholas Petit-Frere and has a great ceiling. He's really found his groove with Caleb Williams as his QB. The Red Raiders haven't had a first-round selection along the defensive line since 1983 (Gabriel Rivera, Pittsburgh Steelers). Steve Avila, TCU (76), Oluwatimi doesn't have a first-round athletic profile. Who is Wilson? For more: Top 10 S in the 2023 NFL Draft: JL Skinner starts the season as the superior safety prospect, 1) Harrison Mevis, K, Missouri2) Jake Moody, K, Michigan3) Noah Ruggles, K, Ohio State4) Jonah Dalmas, K, Boise State5) Daniel Gutierrez, K, UNLV, 1) Michael Turk, P, Oklahoma2) Tory Taylor, P, Iowa3) Adam Korsak, P, Rutgers4) Lucas Dean, P, UTSA5) Bryce Baringer, P, Michigan State, For more: Top 10 K/P in the 2023 NFL Draft: Harrison Mevis, Michael Turk kick-start the season as favorites, Jalen Carter Named Subject of Arrest Warrant After Fatal Crash That Killed Georgia Teammate, Seattle Seahawks 2023 NFL Draft Prospects To Target at the NFL Combine Include Brian Branch, Nolan Smith, 2023 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 25 Prospects Heading Into NFL Combine Include Jalen Carter, Brian Branch, and Bijan Robinson, Boston Colleges Jaiden Woodbey Is Less Tweener, More Swiss Army Knife, Jack Campbell, LB, Iowa | NFL Draft Scouting Report. Smith-Njigba follows in the massive playmaking footsteps of Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson as a complete former go-to receiver for Stroud. He would fit well in a 49ers-like scheme such as the Dolphins run. He accepted an invitation to the Senior Bowl, but after suffering a season-ending foot injury against Kansas, he opted to have surgery. Darnell Wright, Tennessee (136)2. A consensus five-star recruit out of Cincinnati, Johnson was the No. Parker Washington, Penn State (215), Johnston has some awkward movements because of his height and long legs. From his size to his field-stretching speed, Johnston profiles well as a potential perimeter No. Smith is a physically intriguing corner who uses his size and explosiveness well in coverage. Tomlinson is a smooth and fluid cover man, from short area to downfield. Max Duggan would run in the short touchdown a couple of plays later. Schmitz is a classic power-grading run blocker who could be a great long-term starter by developing his feet and technique better for inside pass protection. Every day, get free NFL updates sent straight to your inbox! The hamstring injury will be far in the rearview mirror for the draft process, too. Ranked based on how good from the college perspective we think all the top prospects look before the 2023 NFL Combine. A first-team All-Big Ten selection this season, Porter is likely to be the first Penn State defensive back to ever be chosen in the first round of the NFL draft. Palmer is a speedy field-stretching deep threat who could learn how to use his body better to run tighter routes. Because of his size, he projects as a long-time nickel. 4 overall (RB1). Doesn't have an imposing frame -- which is fine in today's NFL. Ringo is an extremely athletic and physical corner, using every bit of size and frame well in aggressive coverage. The son of the former Steelers and Dolphins star pass rusher has tremendous size and physicality for coverage and uses his reliable speed to make plays on the ball. Torrence is a powerful and nasty interior run blocker who uses his hands and feet well to gain an advantage over defenders. A five-star prospect coming out of Rancho Cucamonga (California), Stroud went on to be a two-year starter and two-time Heisman finalist at Ohio State. Despite there being three first-round picks along that national champion defensive line, some still considered Carter to be the unit's best player. Charbonnet is your classic old-school between-the-tackles back with some juice, and Miller's contact balance make him a fun watch on film. He used his return to school to become a more reliable run supporter and better tackler. His 10.6 yards per attempt off play-action ranks 12th in the FBS. He can also outrun smaller wideouts and shows an extra gear in closing to make plays on the ball. All Rights Reserved. 2022 stats: Carter has 3 sacks, 6 tackles for loss and a forced fumble. 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. He played in 15 games for Penn State, but with only two starts for the Nittany Lions and already with his degree in hand, Levis sought a larger role. He has still room to grow to use his frame and physicality even better as a receiver and blocker. He can be a solid run-stopping starter in a 4-3. 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