1. Jordan Addison, WR, USC
   
   
   Jordan Addison the 2021 Billetnikoff Award Winner at Pittsburgh transferred to USC. He can run all 30 routes on the route tree. He did well in the regular season meeting against Utah cornerback Clark Phillips III.
   
   
   
2. Quinton Johnston, WR, TCU
   
   
   Most have TCU's 6-4 213 lb Quinton Johnston as the top wide receiver in this draft. He can run all 30 routes on the route tree, but didn't take off until TCU played Kansas. He got TCU to the National Title where the TCU Horned Frogs got smacked by Georgia 65-7.
   
   
   
3. Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee
   
   
   Tennessee has two wide receivers that were able to run all 30 routes on the route tree. The first of those two receivers was Cedric Tillman a senior wide receiver. The second wide receiver is this years 2022 Billetnikoff Award winner Jalin Hyatt. Hyatt is my third best wide receiver because he didn't break out until this season despite winning the Billetnikoff Award.
   
   
   
4. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State
   
   
   Jaxon Smith-Njigba led Ohio State in receiving yards in 2021. He hardly played in 2022 which is why some are still down on him at the moment.
   
   
   
5. Kayshon Boutte, WR, LSU
   
   
   Kayshon Boutte entered the preseason as the number one receiver in the 2023 NFL Draft. Boutte had a less than stellar 2022 season after showing promise his first two seasons at LSU.
   
   
   
6. Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee
   
   
   Tennessee has two wide receivers that were able to run all 30 routes on the route tree. The first of those two receivers was Cedric Tillman a senior wide receiver. The second wide receiver is this years 2022 Billetnikoff Award winner Jalin Hyatt. Cedric Tillman is a senior redshirt, but he declared his intentions for the 2023 NFL Draft. Cedric Tillman received an invite to the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl, but he's not on the active roster for the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
   
   
   
7. Josh Downs, WR, North Carolina
   
   
   North Carolina wide receiver Josh Downs can run 25/30 routes on the route tree. He broke out with Drake Maye in 2022 and he's a better route runner than any receiver in the 2022 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
8. Rashee Rice, WR, SMU
   
   
   SMU wide receiver Rashee Rice ranked in the top five in targets second, receptions fifth, receiving yards first, yards after catch fourth, and receiving first downs third with 40. Unlike Courtland Sutton, Rashee Rice is faster than Sutton and he doesn't drop balls from a technique standpoint. Rashee Rice dominated from a production standpoint and wows you athletically, but needs to refine his route running as that's the only thing keeping Rice from being a first round pick since the spectacular catching and jumping is there. He dropped the ball and has a ball security issue. I see a guy who can run 9-15 routes which is where Courtland Sutton was at before he trained for SMU's Pro Day. He had 9 drops in 2022 which is fewer than what Sutton had. His acceleration is better then Sutton's closer to where Emmanuel Sanders was at heading into the 2010 NFL Draft. He's not a burner despite being faster than Sutton. Most project him as a boundary number two wide receiver on the outside, but he's got that my ball mentality that Sutton, Sanders, and Cole Beasley possessed.
   
   
   
9. Marvin Mims Jr., WR, Oklahoma
   
   
   Marvin Mims Jr. the younger brother of Denzel Mims. Denzel Mims really impressed me with Baylor with his route running. I think Marvin Mims Jr. is just as good as his brother at route running and can run any route on the route tree. He's got the size of a slot receiver and he's not as big as his brother was.
   
   
   
10. Charlie Jones, WR, Purdue
    
    
    Charlie Jones reminds me of Julian Edelman on the Patriots. He seems like a guy who can run any route on the route tree and broke out during his senior season at Purdue. He opted out of his bowl game to declare for the 2023 NFL Draft. Wes Langley called him a sleeper at wide receiver and I agree with that assessment after watching his tape. Charlie Jones will be at the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
11. Nathaniel Dell, WR, Houston
    
    
    Nathaniel Dell has been Clayton Tune's number one receiver at Houston the last two seasons. He's one of the underclassmen in this draft that could make a name for himself. He's posted the production of a quick, flashy number one target with quickness. Nathaniel Dell began his career as the number two target, but took over as the number one target once Marquez Stevenson got drafted in the 2021 NFL Draft. He's an elite route runner who uses his quickness to create space. Nathaniel Dell is 5-10 165 lbs and the main concern is his light frame.
    
    
    
12. C.J. Johnson, WR, East Carolina
    
    
    The 6-2 222 lb C.J. Johnson dominated in his draft year for East Carolina. He's someone who could sneak into the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
    
    
    
13. Parker Washington, WR, Penn State
    
    
    Penn State wide receiver Parker Washington was a good number two receiver to Jahan Dotson. When the pressure was on him to be a number one target, he did not step up like I expected him to.
    
    
    
14. Trey Palmer, WR, Nebraska
    
    
    Trey Palmer is a guy who will beat you with speed. He's got to improve as a route runner, but he's got that big play ability you want from a number one wide receiver.
    
    
    
15. Demario Douglas, WR, Liberty
    
    
    Demario Douglas emerged as the leader of Liberty's offense once Malik Willis left. Douglas led Liberty to an upset win over Arkansas and went off in that game. That's why Douglas declared as a sophomore redshirt.
    
    
    
16. Dontayvion Wicks, WR, Virginia
    
    
    Dontayvion Wicks dominated in 2021, but struggled in 2022. Virginia's junior redshirt receiver declared for the 2023 NFL Draft and will play in the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
17. Tyler Scott, WR, Cincinnati
    
    
    Tyler Scott was the number two receiver to Alec Pierce last year. Tyler Scott took over as the number one target after Cincinnati lost so many playamkers on offense, but posted the production of a number two target.
    
    
    
18. Bryce Ford-Wheaton, WR, West Virginia
    
    
    Bryce Ford-Wheaton was the number one target at West Virginia. He declared for the 2023 NFL Draft after improving on what he did in 2021 to displaying more dominance on film in 2022. He's good enough to be a day 3 pick, but not a guy who wowed me.
    
    
    
19. Sam Ford, WR, West Virginia
    
    
    Sam Ford was the number two guy next to Bryce Ford-Wheaton at West Virginia. I'm not sure why he declared if I'm being honest.
    
    
    
20. Rakim Jarrett, WR, Maryland
    
    
    Rakim Jarrett showed a lot more promise on game film in his first two years at Maryland compared to what he did in 2022. Rakim Jarrett's only game with 100 receiving yards came in the season opener against Buffalo.
    
    
    
21. Jadon Haselwood, WR, Arkansas
    
    
    Jadon Haselwood didn't show me he could take over a game without Treylon Burks. I don't see anything more then a day 3 pick at this point.
    
    
    
22. Justin Shorter, WR, Florida
    
    
    Justin Shorter is one of the better blocking wide receivers in this draft. His blocking made things happen for Florida's running game and quarterback Anthony Richardson when he wanted to scramble. Shorter won both of his one-on-ones when blocking against Utah cornerback Clark Phillips III.
    
    
    
23. Puka Nacua, WR, BYU
    
    
    Puka Nacua was at BYU's Pro Day last year to watch his older brother. He's got a great attitude, but really didn't wow me on tape. He's a high character guy though.
    
    
    

Tight Ends

1. Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame
   
   
   Michael Mayer is the top tight end in the 2023 NFL Draft. He would have been drafted ahead of every tight end in the 2022 NFL Draft. Michael Mayer is a first round talent who can run all 30 routes on the route tree.
   
   
   
2. Darnell Washington, TE, Georgia
   
   
   Darnell Washington can run every route on the route tree just like Michael Mayer. Georgia's had three tight ends that dominate the route tree in terms of pass catching with Darnell Washington. Washington is also an elite blocker.
   
   
   
3. Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah
   
   
   Dalton Kincaid is another guy who impressed me with his route tree. The Utah tight end declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
4. Luke Musgrave, TE, Oregon State
   
   
   Luke Musgrave is a tight end that plays like a wide receiver He's got the jumping and leaping ability. His route tree isn't as refined as Michael Mayer, Darnell Washington, or Dalton Kincaid, but he can still run 15 routes out of thirty at a high level. His big play ability reminds me a little bit of Rob Gronkowski at Arizona. Against Boise State he caught a pass while being quadruple teammed. He's not the blocker Gronkowski was at Arizona, but his big play ability is similar.
   
   
   
5. Noah Gindorff, TE, North Dakota State
   
   
   Noah Gindorf has suffered multiple season ending injuries. He's probably the best FCS tight end after South Dakota State senior Tucker Kraft who can run all 30 routes on the route tree. He's got some durability concerns too.
   
   
   
6. Josh Whyle, TE, Cincinnati
   
   
   Josh Whyle played with Desmond Ridder, Jerome Ford, and Alec Pierce in 2021. He was one of the returning starters in 2022.
   
   
   
7. Zach Kuntz, TE, Old Dominion
   
   
   Old Dominion tight end Zach Kuntz started out at Penn State before transfering to Old Dominion in the transfer portal. The junior redshirt declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
8. Marshon Ford, TE, Louisville
   
   
   Marshon Ford dominated his first two years. He struggled his last two years, but he declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
9. Jahleel Billingsley, TE, Texas
   
   
   Jahleel Billingsley started at Alabama before transferring to Texas after losing the starting job.
   
   
   
10. Brenton Strange, TE, Penn State
    
    
    Brenton Strange wasn't even originally the starting tight end at Penn State. He took over because Zach Kuntz the backup to Pat Freirmuth transferred to Old Dominion. Strange is my lowest graded tight end among the underclassmen.
    
    
    

Offensive Tackles

1. Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern
   
   
   The 6-4 315 lb Peter Skoronski was the top pass blocking left tackle in the country this past season as Skoronski was a three year starter at left tackle where he only allowed 6 quarterback hurries and 1 sack as a true freshman back in 2020 when taking over for Rashawn Slater who opted out due to Covid-19. Peter Skoronski's run blocking needs to improve though he uses his arms like a pass blocker when run blocking and has a tendency to hug defenders rather than pancaking them and knocking those defenders on their asses. He's the youngest among the three offensive tackles projected to go in the first round. Peter Skoronski did well against Nebraska in Ireland before dominating Southern Illinois. He didn't give up a sack against Ohio State despite giving up a quarterback hurry and struggling as a run blocker against Ohio State. Skoronski still had a 79 pass blocking grade against Ohio State which is the toughest defense he faced all season.
   
   
   
2. Paris Johnson Jr., OT/G, Ohio State
   
   
   Paris Johnson Jr. started out at right guard before moving to left tackle. Paris Johnson Jr. dominated on film this season against Notre Dame.
   
   
   
3. Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia
   
   
   The 6-4 310 lb Broderick Jones has experience at both left tackle and right tackle. He's only a one year starter. Like Peter Skoronski and Paris Johnson Jr., he's 21-years-old. Broderick Jones replaced Jamaree Salyer at left tackle and helped Georgia win a National Championship.
   
   
   
4. Anton Harrison, OT, Oklahoma
   
   
   Oklahoma left tackle Anton Harrison is the first three year starter at left tackle since Orlando Brown Jr. He really impressed me on film showed similar tape to Orlando Brown Jr. who maintained blocks for 7-10 seconds when protecting Baker Mayfeild's blindside. Anton Harrison protected the blindside of Spencer Rattler, Caleb Williams, and Dylan Gabriel during his three seasons at Oklahoma's left tackle. He also did a superb job run blocking for Eric Gray and Rhamondre Stevenson.
   
   
   
5. Warren McClendon, RT, Georgia
   
   
   Warren McClendon was a junior redshirt at Georgia. He declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
6. Wanya Morris, RT, Oklahoma
   
   
   Oklahoma right tackle Wanya Morris declared for the 2023 NFL Draft despite only starting eight games this season in 2022. He's a junior redshirt making him an underclassmen.
   
   
   
7. Carter Warren, OT, Pittsburgh
   
   
   Pittsburgh left tackle Carter Warren was Kenny Pickett's blindside in 2021. He came back to Pittsburgh in 2022, but an injury limited how much he could play. He declared for the 2023 NFL Draft and was once considered a candidate for the 2022 Reese's Senior Bowl before turning that down to return to Pittsburgh.
   
   
   

Guards

1. O'Cyrus Torrence, RG, Florida
   
   
   O'Cyrus Torrence never gave up a sack in his four years in college. He was a three year starter for Billy Napier at Louisiana before transferring to Florida for his final year of college at Florida. He's listed as a junior redshirt on Florida's website despite technically being a senior. He's the closest thing the 2023 NFL Draft has to an underclassmen at guard.
   
   
   
2. Anthony Bradford, RG, LSU
   
   
   LSU right guard Anthony Bradford is 6-5 345 lbs. He declared for the 2023 NFL Draft as a junior redshirt. He played right guard next to LSU left guard Ed Ingram for a few games in 2021. He started at right guard in twelve of his 17 career College starts with the other five starts at left tackle.
   
   
   

Centers

1. Luke Whypler, C, Ohio State
   
   
   Luke Whypler has the pass blocking, run blocking, and zone blocking. His pass blocking footwork and run blocking footwork checks out for a center. His pass blocking strength and run blocking strength has to improve though. With Sedrick Van Prann probably returning to Georgia next season, Luke Whypler is now the favorite to be the first underclassmen drafted at center. Michigan center Olusegun Oluwaitimi won the Rimington Award for the best center in College Football. Olusegun Oluwaitimi a senior center at Michigan and Luke Whypler a junior redshirt at Ohio State will be competing to be the top center drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
2. Joe Tippmann, C, Wisconsin
   
   
   Joe Tippmann played offensive tackle in High School before converting to center. He can pass block and run block effectively. He's got the pass blocking strength to play center. Run blocking strength is raw, but has potential to be good in terms of showing more of a mean streak and better hand placement if you can coach him up. His footwork on passing plays and running plays is the weakness in his game.
   
   
   

Defensive Ends

1. Will Anderson Jr., DE/3-4 OLB, Alabama
   
   
   Will Anderson Jr. is a blue chip pass rushing prospect. He's got two seasons with double digit sacks at Alabama. He would be the top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft if this draft class didn't have two quarterbacks with extremely high ceilings in Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud. Has the speed, rip moves, swim moves, can play with or without his hand in the dirt. The total package off the edge.
   
   
   
2. Myles Murphy, DE, Clemson
   
   
   Myles Murphy dominated on film as a pass rusher against North Carolina State. I liked his rip and swim moves too. There were at least 15 plays against North Carolina State where Myles Murphy crossed the line of scrimmage after the snap. His run stuffing is his biggest area of improvement and his ability to drop back into coverage for a defensive end is ok, but not good.
   
   
   
3. Tyree Wilson, DE/3-4 OLB, Texas Tech
   
   
   Tyree Wilson is 6-5 275 lbs like Myles Murphy. Murphy is a natural 4-3 defensive end. Wilson can play 3-4 outside linebacker or 4-3 defensive end on either side. He's more versatile then Murphy, but he did worse against a North Carolina State offensive line that Myles Murphy dominated against. His rip move looks better than Murphy, but his swim move isn't on the level that Anderson or Murphy is at right now. If he can put everything together with a strong week at the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl, he can make things interesting.
   
   
   
4. Felix Anudike-Uzomah, DE/3-4 OLB, Kansas State
   
   
   Felix Anudike-Uzomah has lined up at 4-3 right end, 4-3 left end, 3-4 right outside linebacker, and 3-4 left outside linebacker. He's extremely versatile and can line up wherever you need him to. He's got a nice swim move and constantly pressures the quarterback. I saw 1 sack and 3 quarterback hurries from Felix Anudike-Uzomah against Missouri.
   
   
   
5. Andre Carter II, DE/3-4 OLB, Army
   
   
   Andre Carter II is 6-7 255 lbs. He played in a 3-4 scheme at Army, but also ran plays where he placed his hand in the dirt. He's versatile enough to play 4-3 defensive end or 3-4 outside linebacker.
   
   
   
6. Derick Brown, RE, Auburn
   
   
   Derick Brown did more against Evan Neal than Travon Walker. He's talented enough to fight for a chance to be picked on day 2 of the 2023 NFL Draft. Expect him to get picked in the same draft range as Sam Hubbard.
   
   
   
7. Habakkuk Baldonado, DE, Pittsburgh
   
   
   Habakkuk Baldonado had a great 2021 season. I didn't see the same intensity from him in 2022 though. He could be worth a day 3 flyer.
   
   
   
8. Brenton Cox Jr., DE/3-4 OLB, Florida
   
   
   Brenton Cox Jr. did more against Tennessee's offensive line this year than Will Anderson Jr. despite getting dismissed from Florida. He's worth gambling on in day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
9. M.J. Anderson, LE, Iowa State
   
   
   M.J. Anderson complimented Will McDonald IV at defensive end for Iowa State. Only question with M.J. Anderson is if he's a 4-3 defensive end or 3-4 defensive end after weighing 6-3 284 lbs.
   
   
   
10. Colby Wooden, LE, Auburn
    
    
    Colby Wooden complimented Derick Hall at 4-3 left end for Auburn. Wooden declared for the 2023 NFL Draft as a junior redshirt.
    
    
    
11. Lukas Van Ness, DE, Iowa
    
    
    The 6-5 275 lb Lukas Van Ness is only a sophomore redshirt. He is a great run stuffing defensive end that knows how to get pressure on the opposing quarterback.
    
    
    

Defensive Tackles

1. Jalen Carter, DT/3-4 DE/3-4 NT, Georgia
   
   
   Jalen Carter is versatile enough to play anywhere on the defensive line at 4-3 defensive tackle, 3-4 right end, 3-4 nose tackle, and 3-4 left end. He commanded double teams this year after helping Georgia's defensive line in a supporting role in 2021.
   
   
   
2. Bryan Breese, DT/3-4 NT, Clemson
   
   
   Bryan Breese can play 4-3 defensive tackle as well as 3-4 nose tackle with his versatility. I think that's one thing I really like about Breese. He was also the top ranked defensive tackle coming out of High School after being recruited. Some recruiting outlets had him as the number one defensive lineman in the country three years ago.
   
   
   
3. Jacquelin Roy, DT/3-4 DE, LSU
   
   
   Jacquelin Roy is a great pass rusher. He got two quarterback hurries against Florida State. I see a guy that's versatile enough to play 4-3 defensive end and 3-4 defensive end. He may have the best rip and swim moves among the 4-3 defensive tackles.
   
   
   
4. Siaki Ika, DT/3-4 NT, Baylor
   
   
   Siaki Ika is big enough to play 4-3 defensive tackle or 3-4 nose tackle in the NFL. Ika is the fourth best defensive tackle in this draft behind Jalen Carter, Bryan Breese, and Jacquelin Roy. Siaki Ika is playing in the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
   
   
   
5. Tuli Tuipulotu, DT/3-4 DE, USC
   
   
   Tuli Tuipulotu can play 4-3 defensive tackle or 3-4 defensive end in the 5-technique on either side. He's one of the underclassmen that declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
6. Gervon Dexter, DT/3-4 DE, Florida
   
   
   Gervon Dexter impressed me a lot more than I thought he would. He really stood out for Florida's defense against Tennessee.
   
   
   
7. Mazi Smith, DT/3-4 NT, Michigan
   
   
   Mazi Smith can play 4-3 defensive tackle or 3-4 nose tackle in the NFL. He's got rip and swim moves that NFL teams will like.
   
   
   
8. Calijah Kancey, DT/3-4 DE, Pittsburgh
   
   
   Calijah Kancey was the star on Pittsburgh's defense. Heading into the preseason he was considered a dark horse to go in the first round. Despite not dominating like he did in 2021, he outplayed everyone on Pittsburgh's defense in 2022 and still did enough to warrant a day 2 seleciton in the second or third round.
   
   
   

Linebackers

1. Trenton Simpson, ROLB, Clemson
   
   
   Trenton Simpson is the top 4-3 outside linebacker in the 2023 NFL Draft. He should be picked in the top half of the first round.
   
   
   
2. B.J. Ojulari, 3-4 ROLB, LSU
   
   
   B.J. Ojulari is the younger brother of Azeez Ojulari. He's my top 3-4 right outside linebacker in the 2023 NFL Draft.
   
   
   
3. Isaiah Foskey, 3-4 OLB, Notre Dame
   
   
   Isaiah Foskey looked lost against Ohio State. He still had 11 sacks to end the season.
   
   
   
4. Nick Herbig, 3-4 OLB, Wisconsin
   
   
   Nick Herbig is versatile enough to play 3-4 right outside linebacker or 3-4 left outside linebacker. Nick Herbig, like Isaiah Foskey is a sack artist that can play on either side with his versatility.
   
   
   
5. Noah Sewell, MLB/3-4 MLB, Oregon
   
   
   Noah Sewell is a great run stuffer and pass rusher. He looked suspect in coverage against BYU. Noah Sewell is the only first round middle linebacker this year.
   
   
   
6. Dee Winters, MLB/3-4 MLB, TCU
   
   
   Dee Winters declared for the 2023 NFL Draft. TCU's 4-3 middle linebacker declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft was somewhat of a surprise. He's a great coverage linebacker.
   
   
   
7. Drew Sanders, MLB/3-4 MLB, Arkansas
   
   
   Drew Sanders missed way too many tackles on tape for my liking. He's a third round prospect for me.
   
   
   
8. Ivan Pace Jr., MLB/3-4 MLB, Cincinnati
   
   
   Ivan Pace Jr. is one of the better 3-4 middle linebackers in this draft. He can also play 4-3 middle linebacker.
   
   
   
9. Daiyan Henley, MLB/3-4 MLB, Washington State
   
   
   Daiyan Henley is the final underclassmen at 3-4 middle linebacker. He will play in the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
   
   
   
10. Lonnie Phelps, LOLB, Kansas
    
    
    Lonnie Phelps had 9.5 sacks next to Dominique Robinson at Miami Ohio in 2021. He transferred to Kansas through the transfer portal in 2022.
    
    
    
11. Drake Thomas, LOLB, North Carolina State
    
    
    Drake Thomas played 4-3 left outside linebacker at North Carolina State complimenting some veteran linebackers. He could be a late round pick for teams looking for SAM linebackers.
    
    
    

Cornerbacks

1. Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia
   
   
   Kelee Ringo got an A+ grade for man coverage, and A grade for zone coverage, and an A- for press coverage. He's the most consistent cover cornerback on film in this draft.
   
   
   
2. Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina
   
   
   I gave Cam Smith an A+ in man coverage and zone coverage. He might have a higher ceiling than Kelee Ringo.
   
   
   
3. Christian Gonzalez, CB, Oregon
   
   
   Christian Gonzalez got an A+ grade for press coverage. He's my favorite press coverage cornerback.
   
   
   
4. Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State
   
   
   Joey Porter Jr. thrives in man and press coveage. He's the son of Joey Porter Sr. He began his football career at my old High School North Allegheny prior to heading to Penn State on a College Scholarship.
   
   
   
5. Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah
   
   
   I gave Clark Phillips III an A+ man coverage grade. His zone and press needs refinement though.
   
   
   
6. Eli Ricks, CB, Alabama
   
   
   Alabama's boundary cornerback Eli Ricks declared for the 2023 NFL Draft. I think he's good enough to go in the late first round.
   
   
   
7. Brian Branch, CB/S, Alabama
   
   
   Some have Alabama nickel cornerback Brian Branch as a safety. He's a nickel cornerback. I like his man and zone coverage, but he's a better fit at nickel cornerback then safety in the NFL. He uses his eyes well.
   
   
   
8. Emmanuel Forbes, CB, Mississippi State
   
   
   Emmanuel Forbes was the field cornerback at Mississippi State in 2021 when Martin Emerson Jr. was there playing boundary cornerback covering number two targets. Emmanuel Forbes is a top 60 player in the 2023 NFL Draft. Don't overthink this.
   
   
   
9. Garrett Williams, CB, Syracuse
   
   
   Syracuse cornerback Garrett Williams presented problems for Malik Willis when Syracuse upset Liberty in 2021 as a sophomore redshirt. He came back for his junior redshirt season in 2022.
   
   
   
10. Kyu Blue Kelly, CB, Stanford
    
    
    Kyu Blue Kelly impressed me against Drake London in 2021. He didn't play as well in 2022, but still got an invite to the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
11. Mekhi Gardner, CB, LSU
    
    
    LSU cornerback Mekhi Gardner played field cornerback at LSU this past season. He's another guy who could be on radars.
    
    
    
12. Tyrique Stevenson, CB, Miami FL
    
    
    Tyrique Stevenson did well for Miami FL this past season. He declared as a junior redshirt.
    
    
    
13. Rezjohn Wright, CB, Oregon State
    
    
    Rezjohn Wright is the twin brother of Nashon Wright. While Nashon declared as a sophomore redshirt in 2021, Rezjohn Wright stayed at Oregon State.
    
    
    
14. Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois
    
    
    Illinois cornerback Devon Witherspoon is a junior redshirt cornerback at Illinois. He's accepted an invite to the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
15. Cameron Mitchell, CB, Northwestern
    
    
    Cameron Mitchell began his career as a boundary cornerback to Greg Newsome II in 2020. When Newsome got injured, he became the number one field cornerback on Northwestern and never looked back. He intercepted Justin Fields in the Big 10 Championship and Nebraska in Northwestern's 2022 Season opener.
    
    
    
16. D.J. Turner, CB, Michigan
    
    
    D.J. Turner was Michigan's number one field cornerback covering opponents number one receivers. Despite this, the other two cornerbacks on Michigan outplayed him.
    
    
    
17. Carrington Valentine, CB, Kentucky
    
    
    Carrington Valentine has decent man coverage. He's a liability against the run, misses tackles, and I wonder if he's got NFL game speed.
    
    
    
18. Alex Austin, CB, Oregon State
    
    
    Alex Austin was Oregon State's number two boundary cornerback next to Rezjohn Wright. This is an interesting decision by Austin to declare.
    
    
    
19. Jaylon Jones, CB, Texas A&M
    
    
    Texas A&M cornerback Jaylon Jones declared. I see him as a day 3 pick.
    
    
    
20. Deonte Banks, CB, Maryland
    
    
    Deonte Banks was the number one field cornerback on Maryland. Back in 2021, all of Maryland's cornerbacks got toasted by Ohio State when both Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson were on this roster.
    
    
    
21. Kei'Trel Clark, CB, Louisville
    
    
    Kei'Trel Clark was Louisville's boundary cornerback. Clark declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
    
    
    

Safeties

1. Antonio Johnson, S/CB, Texas A&M
   
   
   Antonio Johnosn has the versatility to play free safety, strong safety, or nickel cornerback. Derwin James had a similar skill set, but Antonio Johnson doesn't have the the size Derwin James had.
   
   
   
2. Brandon Joseph, S, Notre Dame
   
   
   I gave Brandon Joseph an A+ grade in zone coverage. That's easily his biggest strength. After playing just strong safety at Northwestern, Notre Dame used him at both strong safety and free safety improving his versatility.
   
   
   
3. John Torchio, S, Notre Dame
   
   
   I gave Brandon Joseph an A+ grade in zone coverage. That's easily his biggest strength. After playing just strong safety at Northwestern, Notre Dame used him at both strong safety and free safety improving his versatility.
   
   
   
4. Jay Ward, S/CB, LSU
   
   
   Jay Ward has experience at strong safety, free safety, and nickel cornerback. I'm intrigued to see what he can do at the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl.
   
   
   
5. Christopher Smith II, FS, Georgia
   
   
   Christopher Smith II was Georgia's starting free safety the last two years. I'm intrigued by his talent and skill set if we're being honest. He's got the center fielder zone coverage ability you want from a free safety.
   
   
   
6. Trey Dean III, FS, Florida
   
   
   Trey Dean III had potential heading into the 2022 season. He got carved by Hendon Hooker, so I don't see him getting picked before day 3.
   
   
   
7. Brandon Hill, SS, Pittsburgh
   
   
   Pittsburgh strong safety Brandon Hill is one of the better pure strong safties in the 2023 NFL Draft. He intercepted Hendon Hooker in 2021, but I didn't see him break out in 2022 like he did in 2021.
   
   
   
8. Ronnie Hickman, SS, Ohio State
   
   
   Ohio State strong safety Ronnie Hickman is a name to keep an eye on. He's a hard hitting strong safety that likes to lay out playmakers in the Big 10. He's hoping to do more of the same for an organization in the NFL.
   
   
   
9. Jammie Robinson, SS, Florida State
   
   
   Jammie Robinson is Florida State's best safety since Derwin James. I don't think he's nearly as skilled as James, but could be a good day 3 pick.
   
   
   
10. Rashad Torrence II, SS, Florida
    
    
    Florida's safeties got torched on film against Hendon Hooker. Rashad Torrence II is good enough to get drafted. I don't think he gets picked before day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft though.