The biggest story of the combine wasn’t Bryce Young’s size, it was a top defensive prospect being charged with reckless driving and being involved in a fatal accident. Who will take a chance on the potential stud now?
1. Chicago
Will Anderson Jr., DE, Alabama
Still sitting at No. 1, for now, the Bears are very much shopping this pick to QB-needy teams.
2. Houston
Bryce Young, QB, Alabama
Weighing in at over 200 pounds should help alleviate some worries about his size.
3. Arizona
Tyree Wilson, DE, Texas Tech
Missed the combine due to a foot injury, but has the tape to be worthy of being picked this high.
4. Indianapolis
Anthony Richardson, QB, Florida
Drawing Cam Newton comparisons and tested as one of the most athletic QBs ever at combine.
5. Seattle
Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia
Legal issues will need to be sorted out, but his talent and potential is worth the risk for Seattle.
6. Detroit
Christian Gonzalez, CB, Oregon
Pass defence was a big concern for the Lions, so look for them to grab a top corner or edge rusher.
7. Las Vegas
C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State
Should be in the market for a veteran QB, but need to also think about their future at the position.
8. Atlanta
Myles Murphy, DE, Clemson
A prospect who is on the younger side of things, Murphy has potential to be a star pass rusher.
9. Carolina
Will Levis, QB, Kentucky
Might need to move up to get him, but Levis could be the potential franchise QB Carolina craves.
10. Philadelphia
Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State
A big, long corner should inject some youth into a good, but aging defensive backfield.
11. Tennessee
Paris Johnson Jr., OT, Ohio State
With a rebuild looking likely in Tennessee, it would be smart to start with a cornerstone lineman.
12. Houston
Lukas Van Ness, DE, Iowa
Had a great showing at the combine and should fit well into DeMeco Ryans’ defensive front.
13. N.Y. Jets
Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern
His short arms are a concern, but he’s a polished prospect that could easily slide over to guard.
14. New England
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State
Was one of the few WRs that stood out at the combine and has been drawing rave reviews.
15. Green Bay
Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah
An excellent pass-catching TE, Kincaid could be a favourite target for Rodgers or Love.
16. Washington
Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois
While there are quite a few needs in Washington, none is bigger than cornerback.
17. Pittsburgh
Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia
Could also look to shore up the defence, but Jones would be a great value pick here and bolsters their line.
18. Detroit
Nolan Smith, OLB, Georgia
Blew away scouts at the combine and has vaulted into the first round on many draft boards.
19. Tampa Bay
Calijah Kancey, DT, Pittsburgh
Another winner at the combine, Kancey would help solidify an aging Bucs defensive front.
20. Seattle
Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU
With Tyler Lockett reaching the twilight of his career, the Seahawks should look for a successor.
21. L.A. Chargers
Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee
The Chargers are in desperate need of depth at WR and also need some speed at the position, too.
22. Baltimore
Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College
With or without Lamar Jackson, the Ravens need to get some fresh WR talent in, ASAP.
23. Minnesota
Drew Sanders, LB, Arkansas
With LB mainstay Erik Kendricks gone, the Vikings need a new force in the middle of the field.
24. Jacksonville
Brian Branch, S, Alabama
His versatility would be a great addition to a team looking to build on its playoff run.
25. New York Giants
O’Cyrus Torrence, OG, Florida
The Giants could use some depth and talent on the offensive line in order to take the next step.
26. Dallas
Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame
An excellent all-around TE, Mayer could replace free agent Dalton Schultz and also help in run blocking.
27. Buffalo
Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas
He’s one of the rare RBs whose talent and versatility can justify being a first-round selection.
28. Cincinnati
Deonte Banks, CB, Maryland
Could use some depth on the offensive line, but Banks had a great combine showing and fills a need.
29. New Orleans
Bryan Bresee, DT, Clemson
Could use a big run-stuffer on their defensive front after allowing 4.5 yards per carry last year.
30. Philadelphia
Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Alabama
With Miles Sanders a free agent, the explosive Gibbs could step right into a starting role
31. Kansas City
Derick Hall, DE, Auburn
The champs have some key pass rushers hitting free agency, so replenishing depth will be important.
x-Miami forfeits first-round pick for tampering.