12 and 33 plus first- and third-rounders in 2024 for pick Nos. TyJuan Garbutt, Virginia Tech He had an up-and-down season, throwing 17 touchdown passes and nine interceptions while running for nine scores. Can street race king Perez challenge Verstappen for the title? Everything else was overshadowed by the news that the quarterback would be back. I also included a "best of the rest" section for several positions; those are prospects with undrafted grades who can be grouped together, and they're not in any order. When I studied Derius Davis (125), a college teammate of Johnston, I saw a better return man than route runner, though Davis is super fast. I preferred John Michael Schmitz over Joe Tippmann (43) in the center class, but I know several teams that had Tippmann at No. If he can put everything together, he could be worth it, because teams covet interior pass-rushers. And this year, the projection for former Kentucky quarterback Will Levis was way off, with no one being more wrong about the mayonnaise-instead-of-cream-and-sugar-in-his-coffee lover . After missing all but two games last season because of injury, he was fantastic for the Terps in 2022, breaking up eight passes with an interception. Jordan Addison will fit well as the No. Cameron Brown, Ohio State Jaelyn Duncan, OT, Maryland 6. Ahofitu Maka, UTSA 22. 8. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Max Duggan, TCU 10. Jake Bobo, UCLA Addison had 100 catches for 1,592 yards and 17 touchdowns at Pitt in 2021. Payne Durham, Purdue So how did they do? Roschon Johnson, RB, Texas 84. Ronnie Hickman Jr., Ohio State With Carter and Smith filling clear needs -- and the trade for running back D'Andre Swift filling another -- I really like this class. I wrote about Wilson in our draft notebook in November, and my guy Jordan Reid has been on him since he watched the 2021 tape. In that deal, they swapped Round 1 selections with Green Bay, dropping down two spots. Felix Anudike-Uzomah, DE, Kansas State OK, go for a luxury pick in the top 10. Jacksonville ended up with six selections in the final two rounds, and my favorite was wideout Parker Washington (185), who has a chance to contribute early out of the slot. Krishon Merriweather, Texas Tech. Michael Wilson, Stanford Michael Ezeike, UCLA Did Pats make Mac Jones happy? Off-ball linebacker Dorian Williams (91) ran a 4.49-second 40-yard dash at the combine, and he has some coverage ability. Wright is the best right tackle in this class, a 333-pound lineman who started 42 games in college. 37. Princeton Fant, Tennessee Michael Wilson (94), a 6-foot-2 wideout, had a nice combine workout, which boosted his stock. In his most-recent one prior, Kiper opted to address a need for the Bills. 15. He was a slight reach on my board. I had undrafted grades on quarterback Sean Clifford (149) and 6-foot-5 kicker Anders Carlson (207). He never reached, and he used his selections on premium positions. 30. I think NFL teams could use him even more in the passing game. Brady Russell, Colorado, See why Anthony Richardson has become a top draft prospect, The highlights that make Bryce Young an elite NFL prospect, Kiper's final 2023 NFL draft rankings: Top 150 prospects and best at every position, 'That was crazy, no cap': How one wild sequence helped the 76ers steal Game 1, 'Aggressive' Harden takes over as 76ers stun C's, Suns' Paul leaves G2 loss with left groin tightness, Devils blank Rangers for 1st series win since 2012, Jokic powers Nuggets to 2-0, shrugs off MVP talk, Serena announces she's pregnant with 2nd child, Snoop Dogg joins Sparks' bid to buy Senators, Jets bolster OT group by signing veteran Turner, Ohio halts betting on Alabama baseball games. Top needs entering the draft: OT, G, DE, CB, TE, What a strange class to try to grade. 15. 3. I had Smith in my top 25 during the season, before he tore his right pectoral muscle and missed the rest of the season. 16. That has gotten the Penn State transfer into trouble at times, but it's clear watching him that he believes he can fit the ball into any window. The lingering question about this Jets class is: Are they sure they're OK at offensive tackle? He has the talent to turn into a solid pass-catcher. Owen Wright, Monmouth, 1. 8. There was a run on defensive tackles in Day 2, and I was surprised Seattle didn't jump on one instead of taking a second-round running back in back-to-back drafts. Geno Smith went out and threw 30 touchdown passes, earning himself a big new contract. With their top two picks going to Seattle as the last remnants of the Russell Wilson trade -- and another first-rounder, acquired for edge rusher Bradley Chubb, going to New Orleans for coach Sean Payton -- it was a step to get ahead of their biggest needs. At No. Evan Hull, Northwestern The questions about Young are purely related to his size; he measured 5-foot-10 and weighed in at 204 pounds at the combine. Alex Austin, Oregon State Darnell Washington, TE, Georgia Brian Branch, Alabama Luke Haggard, Indiana 15. Jahleel Billingsley, Texas Keidron Smith, Kentucky 10. 14. 14. He is powerful between the tackles. Houston traded pick Nos. Ryan Swoboda, UCF Ryan Greenhagen, Fordham, London Harris, Texas State Kiper's grades are in, and for the Washington Commanders, it's a positive grade. Michael Clubb/AP. Blake Whiteheart, Wake Forest Brandon Barnes-Brown, Fayetteville State, 1. Jaiden Woodbey, Boston College He had seven sacks and 15 total tackles for loss, showing explosion at the snap as a pass-rusher, taking on blockers and holding his ground in the run game. 28. 6. BJ Ojulari, LSU Linebacker Dee Winters (216) went about 60 picks after I thought he would. Dorian Williams, Tulane I've also made a few tweaks based on medical info I've heard from people I trust in the league. Read Mel Kiper Jr.s full statement below, which he tweeted out on April 18th. 11. 5. Upgrade to a Disney Bundle plan and start streaming something for everyone today! 82. Keion White, Georgia Tech Gervon Dexter, Florida He had 12 quarterback pressures in his final three games for the back-to-back national champs. JL Skinner, S, Boise State Brenton Strange, TE, Penn State 72. Rakim Jarrett, WR, Maryland Mark Evans II, Arkansas-Pine Bluff Trevor Downing, Iowa State Tanner Morgan, Minnesota The light Day 3 keeps this class under an A -- teams that have more picks obviously have greater chances to find those diamonds in the rough -- but there are some instant-impact players here. He is aggressive, although he had just one career interception in 30 career starts. B.J. 12, but the reached for running back Jahmyr Gibbs there. Mel Kiper health. He can maneuver the pocket and throw on the run. And that's what Bill Belichick was able to do, trading down for cornerback Christian Gonzalez (17), a player I had ranked in the top 10. 4. Running back Israel Abanikanda (143) likely is insurance for Breece Hall returning healthy, but Abanikanda was productive in college, tallying 21 scores last season. He can break tackles or run by defensive backs. Top needs entering the draft: CB, C, WR, DT, ILB. 1 pick this past April if he had been eligible for the draft. Grant DuBose, Charlotte I thought an edge rusher made more sense. Durrell Johnson, Liberty 11. He shrugs off quick pass-rushers and can contain rushers who try to win with power. He ran a 4.35-second 40-yard dash and put up a 42-inch vertical leap at the combine. He had 19 catches last season, averaging 16.5 yards per reception. 42. Void in ONT. 2. Nikko Remigio, Fresno State Isaiah Foskey, DE, Notre Dame 4. DeWayne McBride, RB, UAB He started 39 games at tackle in college. Ventrell Miller, Florida 69. 117. Two running backs in the top 12. Lukas Van Ness, DE, Iowa We had connected New York with the offensive tackles in the class, but four already were off the board by the time it got on the clock at No. Johnson has everything NFL teams look for in a day one starter at left tackle. 67. I went long on the Titans' Day 2 in my Friday night "winners" column, so go there if you don't want to see me repeat myself. 37. 1. Kiper's professional career started with Ernie Accorsi, general manager of the Baltimore Colts, suggested that Kiper be draft . I have Young No. 22. Tyrus Wheat, Mississippi State Kayshon Boutte, WR, LSU 131. And now he'll get to play with former college teammate Dax Hill in this secondary. 13. There's no running back there. Habakkuk Baldonado, Pitt 91. Byron Young, OLB, Tennessee Hendon Hooker, QB, Tennessee Which teams actually got value with their picks? Flowers will make plays out of the slot, but he can line up outside too. Addison can run any route, and he can line up all across the formation. 41 and 72 plus a third-rounder next year (and adding No. Zach Charbonnet, RB, UCLA Daniel Scott, California 46. Branch can cover like a cornerback, and he isn't afraid to tackle. 13. Gervarrius Owens, Houston Asim Richards, North Carolina ET on ESPN, ABC, ESPN App). The Seahawks struck gold with cornerback Tariq Woolen and found solid rookie starters in offensive tackles Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas and running back Kenneth Walker. He could be Northwestern's second top-15 offensive tackle pick in three years (joining Rashawn Slater in 2021). Steve Avila, TCU SaRodorick Thompson, Texas Tech Gambling Problem? The decision to forgo vaccination is "specific to my own personal medical history," the longtime NFL commentator said. 8. Moro Ojomo (249) is a solid depth defensive tackle late in Round 7. They at least were able to get something for 2020 second-rounder D'Andre Swift, who was traded to the Eagles on Saturday; the Gibbs pick made him expendable. 16. With Cam Robinson facing a suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy, Anton Harrison (27) might have to be thrown into the fire on the left side. The Rams blew up their roster this offseason -- Jalen Ramsey, Bobby Wagner, Taylor Rapp, Leonard Floyd and Troy Hill are among the defenders no longer on the team -- and clearly are entering a rebuild. He doesn't get handsy with receivers, so his game will translate well to the NFL. Nick Hampton, Appalachian State 20. 10. Tyler Lacy, Oklahoma State 18. Mel Kiper, Jr., will appear on ESPN from his home studio in Maryland. 2. As I mentioned Friday night, defensive tackle Kobie Turner (89) was the first player outside my top 200 to be drafted. You can't coach his talent and physical ability, and NFL coaches will see the tools and try to develop him. 5. 10, they could have made the move up one spot to get Jalen Carter, like the Eagles did, and fill their biggest hole. I never bought in on Ringo as a top-40 guy -- he is too inconsistent -- but he has some upside if he can take the next step. Young can maneuver the pocket and scramble better than Brees, but Young isn't a great runner like Kyler Murray, who also is 5-foot-10. When the Chargers got on the clock in Round 1, I thought they'd take Zay Flowers or Jordan Addison. Thomas Rush, Minnesota 13. And still, getting my top-ranked wideout, Zay Flowers (22), a few hours later had to have made Jackson even more happy. 44. Xavier Hutchinson, WR, Iowa State 31. Jesse Matthews, San Diego State 102. 3 and 105. Kiper Jr. announced last week that he wouldn't be physically at the draft in Sin City, but rather broadcasting from his home studio in Maryland. Still, New England was in a spot to get a starter, either at cornerback, offensive tackle or wide receiver. Jaren Hall, BYU 18. Sidy Sow, Eastern Michigan Linebacker Noah Sewell (148) was a tackling force in college, and now he'll get to try to blitz past his brother, Penei, in the NFC North. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. He was born on the 25th of July in 1960. 7. 7. 4. The upside is tremendous -- and the Colts have a solid offense around him to help -- but I'd be worried to throw him into the fire in Week 1, as the team seems eager to do. I don't see NFL starter traits for quarterback Jaren Hall, but he was extremely productive over the past two years. The 2023 NFL draft started with a bang on Thursday with a surprise trade up to No. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. 50, Man United in pole position for top four, but can't take their eyes off Liverpool, The VAR Review: Red cards for Jota, Skipp; Richarlison penalty claim, Zags, Vols have gained spots in men's WTE Top 25, Titans quarterback Will Levis opens up about emotional draft day, After hoopla of going No. 39. 21. Color commentator Kirk Herbstreit revealed Monday he will not be able to work . On the April 19th, draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. announced plans for his eventual retirement on ESPN's NFL Live broadcast. He has excellent hands -- check out this touchdown grab -- and he has great speed, though he didn't run at the combine. 11. 79. Edge rusher Viliami Fehoko (129) had 23 sacks over the past three seasons; I highlighted him as a potential sleeper in December. I mentioned inside linebacker Drew Sanders (67) and defensive back Riley Moss (83) in my Friday recap; they're both good players. 9. What stands out about him is his route-running ability. Jonathan Mingo, Ole Miss 44. Peter Afful Jr., Washburn Jake Andrews, Troy Absolutely. General manager Jason Licht landed three really good players with his top selections. I've been calling cornerback Emmanuel Forbes (16) this draft's "Splendid Splinter," because of his frame. I'm lower on edge rusher DJ Johnson (80), who I thought went about two rounds too early. Andrew Farmer, Lane ESPN requires its on-site employees get the COVID-19 vaccine and the NFL mandates that on-site reporters also get the jab . Jalen Wayne, South Alabama That's impressive stuff from general manager Joe Schoen. Did Pats make Mac Jones happy? 15. Jaquelin Roy, LSU 31. Benton's traits didn't match his college production, but if he keeps developing some pass-rush moves, he could be a three-down player. Ulonzo Gilliam Jr., UC-Davis Top needs entering the draft: OLB, CB, S, DT, QB. 35. 113. I like his chances to be a starter in 2024 and beyond. 4. Picks correct: 1.5/31 Noteworthy: Not a particularly strong. Matt McDonald, Bowling Green I'm a fan of Porter, a lanky and physical defender who can reroute receivers with the best of them. Natrone Brooks, Southern Mississippi This is a small class, but Addison fills a massive need. Carrington Valentine, Kentucky 34. Tyler Steen, OT, Alabama Tanner Ingle, NC State 5. Mel Kiper's final mock draft has Bears picking an OT originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago In his final mock of the 2023 the 2023 NFL Draft, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. has the Chicago Bears. The 5-foot-10 passer processes the game so quickly and sees things before they happen. In my two-round mock -- which came out just before Detroit dealt cornerback Jeff Okudah -- I gave this team a luxury pick at No. Xavier Gipson, SF Austin Jartavius Martin, Illinois I'll also mention a few of my favorite prospects in the class. In fact, after Pete Carroll & Co. added Kenny McIntosh (237), they have now selected 11 backs in the past 10 drafts, most in the NFL. This is how to support an inexperienced passer. He was used out of the slot more at Pitt -- he had 76 catches and 14 touchdowns when lined up there in 2021 -- but could play anywhere at the next level. Blake Freeland, BYU 6. 7. 3. Stroud had 85 touchdown passes and 12 interceptions over the past two seasons. Nice job by Schoen and Daboll. 63. 34. A.T. Perry, Wake Forest Art Green, Houston So how did they fare? Kobie Turner, Wake Forest Anfernee Orji, Vanderbilt The synopsis is: I'm a believer in Will Levis (33). 29. Tank Bigsby, RB, Auburn 5. Patrick O'Connell, Montana Joel Wilson, Central Michigan 54. ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. reveals final 2023 NFL Draft grade for Patriots originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. Tight end Sam LaPorta (34) is going to help as a pass-catcher as a rookie, while Brian Branch (45) is my top-ranked safety. Jason Brownlee, WR, Southern Mississippi I just switched Skoronski from a tackle to a guard in my rankings, though opinions differ on him across the league. I love what Ballard did on Day 3 -- and grabbing Downs in the third round -- but this class will be defined by Richardson and how the quarterback's career goes. ESPN also was not immediately reached. Offensive tackle Tyler Steen (65) has some interesting traits if he can improve his technique, and he might also move inside to guard. Ben VanSumeren, Michigan State 17. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Kiper's grades | McShay's best picks Drew Sanders, Arkansas 13. 1 overall prospect, Jalen Carter, landing him at No. This is a fantastic get. We saw Stroud's flaws in his worst game of the season, a two-interception performance in the loss to Michigan to close the regular season. Top needs entering the draft: CB, WR, OLB, DT, QB. Wilson will start, and Mayer is a ready-made replacement for Darren Waller, but I don't see value with the rest of this class. If Atlanta was a Super Bowl favorite? 6. 123. Brent Laing, Minnesota-Duluth 27. Jammie Robinson, Florida State 46. 140. McDonald is a speed rusher who is super explosive; he had the best broad jump of any of the edge rushers at the combine (11 feet). Marquel Broughton, Army "I completely support everyone determining what's best for their individual circumstance and recognize the value of vaccines,"Kiper said in thestatement. Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia 37. KeShaun Moore, Hampton It then drafted top-ranked edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. (3), giving the team two of my top-five prospects overall. Offensive tackle Jaelyn Duncan (186) has starter tools if he can put everything together. Of Saturday's picks, I like defensive backs Carrington Valentine (232) and Anthony Johnson Jr. (242) the most. 3. He can take a jet sweep to the house. Mohamed Ibrahim, Minnesota Tommy DeVito, Illinois Chris Bacon, Bowling Green Jarrett Patterson, Notre Dame Earl Bostick Jr., Kansas Demontrey Jacobs, USF Puka Nacua, BYU 48. Jacob Copeland, Maryland His full analysis on each pick can be found here . Zach Charbonnet, UCLA 122. He had 33 sacks over the past four seasons. But he has a high ceiling, and I think he could thrive with pro talent around him. As for the rest of this class? I had that one as a little bit of a reach with better corners on the board. 137. There were better players available at both spots. 20. Christopher Dunn, NC State Instead, Las Vegas -- which entered this draft with 12 total picks, tied for most in the league -- went straight to filling needs for a veteran roster that is built more for the short term than it is set up for long-term success. This class was handcuffed by the forfeited first-round pick, but general manager Chris Grier landed two tremendous players on Day 2. Jeffery Johnson, Oklahoma, 1. After an offseason coaching change and a huge trade up the board to acquire the No. 6. 18. 30. Bryce Baringer, Michigan State 132. Dillon Doyle, Baylor 10. 32. Ameer Speed, Michigan State He might have been a top-five pick if he were a couple of inches taller. Draft Wire's Luke Easterling breaks down three prospects who could get drafted on Day 2 or 3 but have an immediate impact. He moves his feet well in pass sets and in the run game, and he has the quickness to keep up with speedy edge rushers. Noah Sewell, Oregon The Packers sent back No. 20. Jimmy Phillips Jr., SMU The biggest issue with this class is: Where's the offensive tackle? 95. Offensive tackle Blake Freeland (106) has excellent traits in a 6-foot-8 frame, while defensive lineman Adetomiwa Adebawore (110) is a top-50 prospect on my board. 25. 29. SEA | TB | TEN | WSH, Top needs entering the draft: DE, DT, S, RB, G. General manager Howie Roseman has had an outstanding run in Philly, and he crushed Round 1. 6. 2. Same rules apply, as always: I grade all 32 classes using my Big Board and position rankings as the prism to gauge how effectively each team addressed key personnel holes as well as how efficient each was in maneuvering the board and adding extra picks or future assets. 26. Chamarri Conner, Virginia Tech Calais Campbell, who will turn 37 before the season begins, is not going to get them 10 sacks. 4 and still got Anthony Richardson. Lindsey Scott Jr., Incarnate Word What helps Forbes is that he ran a lightning-fast 4.35-second 40-yard dash in Indianapolis (with an elite 1.48 10-yard split). DeAndre Square, Kentucky Will Mallory, Miami 19. The Bears received a spectacular haul when they traded down from No. Sean Tucker, Syracuse Taylor Grimes, Incarnate Word This is another class that will hinge on what happens with the quarterback. Jacky Chen, Pace 11. Get your favorite live sports, stories and originals with ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu. Mekhi Blackmon, CB, USC 29. Riley Moss, S, Iowa The injury shouldn't affect his play in 2023, and I still think he could be a star at the next level. 22. I wasn't as high on offensive lineman Wanya Morris (92), but he has a chance to challenge Lucas Niang for the right tackle spot. He isn't just a burner. Meet Mel Kiper Son Mel Kiper Jr. As was previously established, Kiper Jr. is an analyst who gained notoriety for his participation in the fabled Bill Tobin outburst. Henry To'oTo'o, Alabama Mel Kiper Mel Kiper Jr. is known as an American football analyst on ESPN. One thing is for sure: The AFC South got much more interesting after this draft. Kyle Patterson, Air Force NFL draft: Biggest potential steals in this year's class. Jack Podlesny, Georgia Isaiah Bolden, Jackson State Top needs entering the draft: DE, WR, OT, DT, TE. He followed that up with 1,628 all-purpose yards for the Crimson Tide last season. He fits the mold of what NFL teams want from their "move" tight ends. DJ Johnson, Oregon He forced 25 missed tackles last season, the third most in the country for a wideout. Robert Soderholm III, VMI That's small. Top needs entering the draft: CB, OT, WR, TE, OLB. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Malik Knowles, Kansas State His 71.2 QBR ranked 30th in the country. Safety Gervarrius Owens is an intriguing flier in Round 7. Will McDonald IV, Iowa State And they had bigger needs to fill when they took running back Zach Charbonnet (57). On Day 3, the Colts hit on some nice prospects. Sam LaPorta, TE, Iowa 24. Jahmyr Gibbs, Alabama Strange had been rising since the combine; I went back to study his tape after his combine workout, and I liked what I saw. 17. Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee I would have gone with Ji'Ayir Brown or Riley Moss over Sydney Brown (66) if I were taking a safety, but I don't have a huge issue with the Eagles preferring Brown. Simply put, my Covid vaccination decision is very specific to my own personal medical history. Emil Ekiyor Jr., Alabama Devon Witherspoon, Illinois He was unblockable. Chandler Zavala (114) could be an impact guard. 8. Brandon Kipper, Oregon State Darius Rush, CB, South Carolina Fantasy women's basketball: Why to focus on guards early in your draft, Miami Heat celebrate Florida Panthers while trolling Boston Bruins and Milwaukee Bucks, LIVE Transfer Talk: Manchester United see Lautaro Martinez as a striker option, pleaded no contest to misdemeanor charges, Kiper's favorite 2023 draft prospects at every position: 14 picks, from QB to kicker, What McShay is hearing about the NFL draft: Buzz on the top 13 picks, interesting team storylines, Rankings for the 2023 NFL draft: Top prospects at every position from Kiper, McShay, Miller, Reid, discussed Addison early in the 2022 season. 6. 34. And I have to say, I'm impressed by several of the prospects general manager Andrew Berry landed. 25. Colby Wooden, DT, Auburn 30. DJ Ivey, Miami At No. Back-to-back-to-back-to-back wide receiver selections in the middle of Round 1. Kyu Blu Kelly, CB, Stanford Trevor Harmanson, UTSA While I would have gone with Will Levis over Richardson, there's no denying the talent and traits the former Florida passer possesses. Baltimore's best move on Thursday? 29. Jaylin Williams, Indiana 21. I'd like to see him use his legs to scramble for first downs; he can be a little too rigid in the pocket. Sydney Brown, S, Illinois Kendre Miller, RB, TCU He's going to start as a rookie. 7. 18. Read more on the 2023 draft , 1. 38. 9. Quavian White, Georgia State At 6-foot-2, he ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the combine. Bennett Williams, Oregon 21+ (18+ NH/WY). 7. Malik Hamm, Lafayette Yasir Abdullah, OLB, Louisville I love doing these draft grades because it helps me put each class into perspective. Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah Team analysis | Scouting reports I feel good, but out of an abundance of caution Im just going to take a step back from this years draft coverage, he said in a video posted to Twitter. 5. Cory Trice, Purdue Corey Mayfield, UTSA All three of these passers have very similar grades on my board. 28. 4. 23. 106. 60. 25. 12. Will Levis, Kentucky Mel Kiper and Todd McShay, ESPN's dueling duo of the NFL Draft aren't working together this weekend. Jacob Gall, Baylor Schefter and Herbstreit wont be involved in the broadcast at all, but Kiper Jr. will still be on the broadcast, just not from Las Vegas. I'm more down on the value of the Seahawks' two second-round picks, though, as I wrote Friday night. Ikenna Enechukwu, Rice Tiyon Evans, Louisville Lachlan Pitts, William & Mary, Kemari Averett, Bethune-Cookman 27. The NFL draft's first round starts April 28, with Rounds 2-3 the following day and the final four rounds wrapping up the event on April 30. Kendre Miller, TCU 142. 8. Las Vegas was originally scheduled to host 2020's edition of thedraft, but the COVID-19 pandemic altered those plans, forcing that year's draft to be held remotely. Drew Sanders, ILB, Arkansas Aidan O'Connell, Purdue Cody Mauch, North Dakota State This is a dart throw, but it's the kind of Round 7 pick I can get behind. 5. Time for one final update of my prospect rankings ahead of the 2023 NFL draft as Round 1 closes in (Thursday at 8 p.m. Wideout Puka Nacua (177), tight end Davis Allen (175) and edge rusher Ochaun Mathis (189) were all reaches on my board, and L.A. ended up taking my sixth-ranked punter Ethan Evans (223). Myles Brooks, Louisiana Tech Steve Avila (36) is a plug-and-play starter at guard, while edge rusher Byron Young (77) is stellar value on my board. The Walt Disney Co., which co-owns ESPN, announced in late July that it would require all salaried and nonunion hourly employees to be vaccinated within 60 days. The Broncos spent big money on offensive linemen Mike McGlinchey and Ben Powers in free agency, hoping to shore up a line that allowed a league-worst 63 sacks last season. 55. He has also gotten rave reviews about his interviews with coaches and execs in the pre-draft process. He also will tackle when needed. Running back Roschon Johnson (115) played behind Bijan Robinson at Texas, but Johnson probably would have started at most other FBS schools. 38. The 49ers entered Day 1 with 11 total picks -- but zero in Rounds 1 or 2. . I'm a fan. Marvin Mims Jr., WR, Oklahoma Kaevon Merriweather, Iowa Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee Marte Mapu, OLB, Sacramento State He just knows how to get open. Eddie Ogamba, South Dakota, 1. Brycen Tremayne, Stanford He's one of the best "processors" I've scouted over the past decade, meaning he goes through read progressions to find his target or knows exactly the right time to escape the pocket. It was just a little high for me. Johnson, East Carolina It's a solid if unspectacular move to replenish the D-line after Frank Clark was released. Tre Tucker, Cincinnati If there's a quibble here, it's that he didn't take a running back on Day 3 to try to improve the depth chart there. 3. Israel Abanikanda, Pitt Ronnie Brown, Shepherd That's why I was always confused by the rumblings they could pass on a quarterback at No. David Perales, Fresno State 13. Tyjae Spears, Tulane Still, general manager Les Snead had a bunch of picks to work with on Friday and Saturday. After a season at guard, Johnson kicked outside to left tackle for the Buckeyes in 2022. Top needs entering the draft: C, OLB, RB, DT, CB. Smith had just 6.5 sacks over the past two seasons, but an NFL team could fall in love with his traits.