PFN Mellor (1. Detroit Lions: C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State: The Detroit Lions need a resurgence of youth at the quarterback position, and if the season ended today, they’d have their pick of the litter. That pick is C.J. Stroud in this mock draft, as Stroud has the mental makeup and arm talent as well as every intangible you’d desire from a franchise signal-caller. Put your fears of “just another Ohio State quarterback” away, as Stroud squashes all his predecessors with his NFL readiness. He’s an anticipatory thrower with ample arm strength and some of the best on-platform throwing ability we’ve seen in some time. He’ll pick up the Lions’ playbook quickly and improve the roster in a heartbeat.. 20. Detroit Lions (from LAR): BJ Ojulari, EDGE, LSU: Bending the proverbial edge or stacking his tackles with strength, there is a bevy of ways that BJ Ojulari wins. He’ll rush past tackles or power straight through them to get to the quarterback, and the Lions get a stalwart pass rusher in the middle stages of Round 1, thanks to the Rams. 32. Detroit Lions: Henry To’oTo’o, LB, Alabama: The Lions improve their defense yet again with Henry To’oTo’o, who can move up and down the field in all facets. He’ll run the alley very well and test off the charts at the Combine. 64. Detroit Lions
Ronnie Bell, WR, Michigan. 100. Detroit Lions
Kenny Logan Jr., S, Kansas. 132. Detroit Lions
Malachi Moore, CB, Alabama. 164. Detroit Lions
Jaheim Bell, TE, South Carolina. 170. Detroit Lions
Brock Martin, EDGE, Oklahoma State) (10-29-22): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2023-nfl-mock-draft-cj-stroud-will-levis-bryce-young-enter-top-five/
PFN Broback (1. Detroit Lions: C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State: Ohio State struggled against Iowa this weekend, especially in the first half. Yet, they still managed to beat the Hawkeyes by 44. C.J. Stroud threw a pick-six, but Iowa couldn’t contain him for long. That resiliency and ability to display short-term memory would be perfect for Dan Campbell and the Lions. Stroud brings all the tools to the Lions’ offense. Pair him with the explosiveness of Jameson Williams and Amon-Ra St. Brown, and you’ve got an offense that puts fans in the seats. It’s going to take more than a pick-six to get Stroud out of the top spot for me, and Detroit won’t take long to select him first overall. 20. Detroit Lions (via LAR): Noah Sewell, LB, Oregon:
With Detroit snagging their quarterback earlier in the draft, Dan Campbell gets a chance to add a dude in Noah Sewell. There won’t be much that the Oregon LB needs to hear from his new head coach to make plays at the next level. He’s wired differently than most players. His ability to get downhill quickly paired with underrated athleticism, Sewell shouldn’t be on anyone’s draft board too long. Linebacker may not be the most coveted position in the draft, but Sewell will fly off the board once the middle of the first round starts.) (10-29-22): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2023-nfl-mock-draft-pfn-mds-week-9-2022/
Walter football Charlie (1. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama: The Lions could choose to move on from Jared Goff after this season without any salary-cap pain. They also could keep Goff for 2023 while developing a future starter behind him. Goff is a competent pro starter, but not a championship-caliber quarterback, and Detroit needs an upgrade over him. In 2022, Young has completed 67 percent of his passes for 1,202 yards, 14 touchdowns and three interceptions. He has picked up 154 yards and three touchdowns on the ground as well. Young (5-11, 194) took over as Alabama's starting quarterback in 2021, and there was a lot of hype about him in the scouting community. Some sources with college teams say they think he could end up being a better college quarterback than Tua Tagovailoa or Mac Jones. Some NFL sources believe Young's skill set and style of play are similar to those of Kyler Murray. In 2021, Young completed 67 percent of his passes for 4,872 yards, 47 touchdowns and seven interceptions. 20. DE Will McDonald: The Lions could use an edge rusher to pair with Aidan Hutchinson. Charles Harris flashes at times, but would be better as a rotational third end. Adding an elite rusher to go with Hutchinson would vastly improve Detroit's pass defense. McDonald has 18 tackles, 3.5 sacks and a pass batted thus far this season. He totaled 36 tackles, 11.5 sacks, five forced fumbles and three passes batted in 2021. McDonald recorded 10.5 sacks and 33 tackles in 2020 after recording six sacks in 2019. Team sources rave about McDonald's pass-rush ability, and his natural skills at getting after the quarterback. He is fast and athletic, allowing him to shoot past blockers and put steady heat on the signal-caller. NFL teams, however, say McDonald (6-4, 245) is terrible versus the run and even bad opponents can destroy him in the ground game. Hence, he might be more of a designated pass rusher as a pro. 32. CB Devon Witherspoon: The Lions need a corner upgrade to go with Jeff Okudah. So far in 2022, Witherspoon has 21 tackles, an interception and 11 passes defended. The 5-foot-11, 183-pounder impressed preseason evaluators thanks to having serious speed to go along with adequate size. Advance scouts noted his cover ability, saying he is fast and athletic to run the route to prevent separation. However, team sources don't like the lack of ball skills and ball production. Witherspoon had zero interceptions in 2021 after recording two in 2020 and zero in 2019. He also recorded 52 tackles and nine passes defended in 2021. He notched 33 tackles in each of the prior two seasons and two passes broken up over that time. If Witherspoon increases his ball production, he could be a riser for the 2023 NFL Draft.) (10-28-22): https://walterfootball.com/draft2023charlie.php
CBS Edwards (2. QB Will Levis: Detroit would be faced with a choice between Alabama's Bryce Young and Levis. Personnel advisor John Dorsey has no problem with taking an undersized quarterback because he did that with Baker Mayfield. Young is a more slender player. General manager Brad Holmes was on board when Los Angeles selected Jared Goff No. 1 overall so he may favor a bigger, strong-armed quarterback in the NFC North. 22. RB Jahmyr Gibbs: Swift will be entering the final year of his rookie contract in 2023. He has missed ten total games, including three this year, over two-plus years. Gibbs is explosive hitting holes and a threat to catch passes out of the backfield.) (10-27-22): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2023-nfl-mock-draft-indianapolis-takes-a-quarterback-in-the-top-10-philadelphia-finds-viable-replacements/
Draft wire (1. Detroit Lions | Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud: The Lions have bigger problems on defense, and it’s not like Jared Goff hasn’t played well enough for them to be successful on offense. That said, Goff may have already hit his ceiling, and if Detroit ends up with this pick, they’d have a hard time passing up the lofty potential of Stroud. 20. Detroit Lions (from LAR) | Texas A&M S Antonio Johnson: This secondary needs more playmakers, and in this scenario, the best value comes on the back end. Johnson is a rangy, athletic defender who can line up single-high, in the slot, or mix it up in the box against the run, doing everything at an extremely high level. 32. Detroit Lions | Mississippi State CB Emmanuel Forbes) (10-27-22): https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2022-nfl-mock-draft-2-rounds-cj-stroud-bryce-young-anthony-richardson-will-levis-hendon-hooker-cameron-ward/
FTW D'Andrea (1. QB Bryce Young, Alabama (Team needs: QB, CB, S, LB, DT): The Lions’ recent losing streak has a very Lions silver (and Honolulu Blue) lining. It’s pushed them to the top of the early 2023 Draft order. That leaves Detroit in perfect position to draft its next franchise quarterback. Will it be Young or Ohio State star CJ Stroud? That’s the tough question whomever lands the top pick will have to figure out. Stroud has lifted a litany of blue chip wideouts to stardom. Young is a Heisman Trophy winner who may be the best quarterback in Alabama program history. Young’s abilities as a playmaker give him the edge for now, but it’s nearly a coin flip between these two future stars. 20. LB Trenton Simpson, Clemson: Detroit’s current off-ball linebackers are Alex Anzalone and 2022 sixth-round pick Malcolm Rodriguez, both of whom are better off as depth options rather than starters. Simpson, a 6-foot-3, 240-pound dump truck in the middle of the field, has a little bit more size and speed than Alabama’s Henry To’oTo’o, which gives him the nod here for Dan Campbell’s defense — though either would be a proper addition. Simpson hasn’t been a factor in the backfield like he was in 2021 (12.5 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks) but he’s a tailback-mashing presence who can pump up the league’s 29th-ranked rushing defense in a division loaded with running threats. He’s also big and fast enough to run with tight ends, providing a stable presence in the center of the Lions’ D.): https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/nfl-mock-draft-2023-lions-bryce-young-cj-stroud-hendon-hooker
Walter Football (1. Detroit Lions: QB CJ Stroud: The Lions really need defensive help more than anything, but they'll be willing to upgrade at quarterback, if given the opportunity. Jared Goff isn't a bad quarterback, but he's not the long-term answer either. C.J. Stroud completed 71 percent of his passes this past season. He's a lethal passer and can run if he needs to with his 4.65 speed. 20. Brian Branch, CB, Alabama: The Lions need to improve in the secondary if they ever want a chance to stop the pass. Brian Branch has nice size and cover ability. 34. Jack Campbell, LB, Iowa: Detroit has major problems covering the middle of the field. Linebacker has been an issue for quite some time. Jack Campbell has the size and athleticism to be a three-down player in the NFL.) (10-26-22): https://walterfootball.com/draft2023.php
CBS Traipasso (2. QB Bryce Young: The Lions have plenty of roster problems, but the quarterback spot has to be addressed. Young is small but has major upside. 22. Devon Witherspoon: Witherspoon would add another talented outside cornerback to the Lions roster. It's needed.) (10-26-22): https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2023-nfl-mock-draft-seahawks-get-geno-smith-downfield-weapon-patriots-go-tight-end-in-round-1/
Draft Network Marino (1. Detroit Lions - Bryce Young QB: If the Lions earn the No. 1 overall pick, then it’s time to pull the trigger on a quarterback. There will be plenty of debate over which quarterback is the right choice, but the good news for teams picking at the top of the 2023 NFL Draft is that there will be options. Bryce Young lacks size but his playmaking instincts and intangibles combined with the opportunity to reunite him with Jameson Williams gives him a real shot to be the Lions’ guy in this NFL mock draft scenario. 19. Detroit Lions (via LAR) Cam Smith CB, South Carolina: The Lions need to make notable strides on defense and more consistency in coverage would be a good place to start. Cam Smith is sticky in coverage but also has top-tier ball skills and loves to be physical when defending the run and when tackling. He has the makeup of a guy that can compete with opposing teams’ top target.) (10-25-22): https://thedraftnetwork.com/2023-nfl-mock-draft-young-anderson-stroud/
PFN Fragoza (7. Hendon Hooker, QB, Tennessee: Hello, Hendon Hooker. Welcome to the first round! This is likely not the first, nor the last time you will see Hooker on Day 1 of mock drafts — and for good reason. He’s thrown 46 TDs to just four INTs since transferring to Tennessee last year. The offense isn’t exactly “pro-style,” but the scheme has put Hooker’s arm talent on full display. Sure, he’s 25 years old, but the tape doesn’t lie. Hooker has excellent touch on deep balls with the arm strength to throw missiles into tight windows. Hand him the keys to Motor City. 20. Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina: Following a three-interception campaign, QBs just aren’t targeting Cam Smith this season. He exudes confidence and pairs his physicality with a solid athletic foundation to shut down his side of the field. 38. Detroit Lions - Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee. 70. Detroit Lions - Jack Campbell, LB, Iowa) (10-23-22): https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2023-nfl-mock-draft-hendon-hooker-in-the-top-10-panthers-replace-christian-mccaffrey/
Yahoo Charles McDonald (3. Detroit Lions - Alabama QB Bryce Young. Jared Goff has had some nice moments for the Lions, but it’s time for them to get more dynamic at the position. Bryce Young has the tools to be that guy. Young already has experience throwing to former Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams, so hopefully it would be a quick start for Young and the Lions. 22. Detroit Lions (via Los Angeles Rams)
South Carolina CB Cam Smith: The Lions get a cornerback here to help shore up a pass defense that hasn’t been able to stop anyone this season.) (10-19-22): https://sports.yahoo.com/2023-nfl-mock-draft-four-q-bs-go-in-the-first-round-but-which-ones-140050449.html
SI NFL Draft Bible (6. Detroit Lions: QB Bryce Young, Alabama: "A smart-accurate passer who doesn't force throws and rarely makes mistakes. Lacks prototype size but sees the field very well, demonstrates natural feel in the pocket and can push the ball downfield with a simple flick of the wrist." 21. Detroit Lions (via LAR): LB Henry To'o To'o, Alabama: "Athletic linebacker who can come downhill in a hurry and limit rushing yardage. To'o To'o has quick hands to stay clean when flowing to the sideline, taking advantage of his speed to make plays.") (10-17-22): https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/mocks/2023-nfl-mock-draft-what-names-are-rising-in-the-first-round
SN (3. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama (6-0, 194 pounds): The Lions have had gotten some above-average play from Jared Goff early with support from the a strong offensive line, reliable running game and expanded weapons. But Goff has proved he still has a limited ceiling and sometimes the floor can drop under him, too. They need a transcendent athletic passer to raise their overall upside and Young would go No. 1 in most other draft classes. 14. Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina (6-0, 188 pounds): The Lions' defense has plenty of holes vs. run and pass behind Aidan Hutchinson so best player on that side is a good bet with this other first-rounder. Smith's size and speed give some promise to improve things greatly opposite Jeffrey Okudah, who is quickly finding his way as a cover man after early injury issues.): https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-mock-draft-2023-panthers-lions-texans-commanders-eagles/fovzuqkpwasurir5mmmaokbs:
Round 1 Pick 1 (13 QB):
7 QB Bryce Young
4 QB CJ Stroud
1 QB Hendon Hooker
1 QB Will Levis
Round 1 Pick 2 (7 CB, 3 LB, 2 DE, 1 RB):
4 CB Cam Smith
1 CB Brian Branch
1 CB Devon Witherspoon
1 CB Antonio Johnson
1 DE Will McDonald
1 LB Henry To'o To'o
1 LB Trent Simpson
1 LB Noah Sewell
1 DE BJ Ojulari
1 RB Jahmyr Gibbs
Round 2 (2 CB, 2 LB, 1 WR):
1 LB Jack Campbell
1 CB Emmanuel Forbes
1 CB Devon Witherspoon
1 LB Henry To’oTo’o
1 WR Cedric Tillman
Round 3 (1 RB, 1 LB):
1 RB Ronnie Bell
1 LB Jack Campbell
Round 4 (1 S):
1 S Kenny Logan
Round 5 (1 CB):
1 CB Malachi Moore
Round 6 Pick 1 (1 TE):
1 TE Jaheim Bell
Round 6 Pick 2 (1 DE):
1 DE Brock Martin
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