We’ve finally got our first full weekend of college football in the books, and now Week 1 of the NFL regular season is up next.
This past weekend saw some of this year’s top college prospects make the most of their first chance to improve their draft stock, while some of the most hyped players are already living up to the high expectations they carried into the year.
As we look ahead to the first week of NFL games that actually count, here’s an updated look at how the first two rounds of the 2023 NFL draft could shake out:
*NOTE: The Miami Dolphins forfeited their first-round pick in next year’s draft as a result of the NFL’s investigation into tampering violations.
1. Houston Texans | Alabama EDGE Will Anderson
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Even if the Texans end up with this pick, it might not be Davis Mills’ fault. If he plays well enough, Houston could opt to spend this selection on the clear-cut top overall player in the draft, giving Lovie Smith a dominant edge rusher.
2. Atlanta Falcons | Georgia DL Jalen Carter
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The Falcons just stole Desmond Ridder in the third round, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see them pass on a quarterback here. Instead, they follow the Texans lead, going with the best value and a dominant, disruptive force for their defensive front.
3. Seattle Seahawks | Florida QB Anthony Richardson
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If this pick would have surprised you last week, that’s understandable. After what Richardson did against No. 7 Utah in Saturday’s upset win, nobody should be shocked to see his dynamic skill set and sky-high potential getting projected in this range.
4. Chicago Bears | Northwestern OT Peter Skoronski
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Yes, Justin Fields still needs a true No. 1 receiver, but the pass-catchers won’t matter much if the offensive line doesn’t get some help. Skoronski has all the traits to become a franchise left tackle at the next level, which makes him worthy of top-five consideration.
5. New York Giants | Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud
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Daniel Jones clearly isn’t the franchise quarterback the Giants drafted him to be, and the new regime is sure to take their own swing at finding that guy. This scenario would be ideal, allowing them to land the…
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