Jets Join Hot Trade, Giants Add Receiver

The Thurby Mock Draft 1.0 breaks with tradition and swings three trades at the top of this 2023 quarterback draft frenzy. That includes a move to the top 10 by Jets general manager Joe Douglas.

Mock 1 contains picks 1-10. Plus, the Giants’ GM Joe Shane, his 25th pick, will draft Daniel Jones’ downfield arsenal.

1. Indianapolis Colts (from Bears)

CJ Stroud (QB, Ohio)

I remember 1997, when Bill Parcells, the then-GM of the Jets, had holes all over the place. Picked OT Orlando Pace with the #1 overall pick and traded it down. Bears GM Ryan Pauls is in a similar position, with Colts GM Chris He answering a call from Ballard.

Jim Irsay has given up on returning Andrew Luck or quarterback Jeff Saturday, and the fan base isn’t interested in another Carson Wentz or Matt Ryan. In 1982 he became the first Buckeyes signal to be drafted into the top 10 since Art Schlicter his caller is not a gamble. Ballard jumped over the Texans to get his opponent because he’s the most polished QB in his class and has more physique than Bryce Young.

2. Houston Texans

Bryce Young (QB, Alabama)

Fired head coach Robbie Smith is forgiven for having the audacity to go for two to beat the Colts and relinquish the first overall nomination in the process.

“Bryce was at the top of the board,” says GM Nick Caserio. This boy is a clutch and a winner, but some teams will be intimidated by his overwhelming physical prowess (6 feet, 194 pounds, etc.). The good news is they can load him up in town with brisket enchiladas and tacos.

3. Arizona Cardinals

Will Anderson (OLB, Alabama)

J. Unrestricted Free Agent DE Zach Allen, if he is retained. Someone has to hunt down Brock Purdy, right?

4. Chicago Bears

Jalen Carter (DT, Georgia)

With two attractive quarterbacks still on the board, Paul’s phone is still ringing. But Pauls wisely stays put and picks the best player in the draft.What about the Bears’ defense in 2022? Sack (20) and PPG (27.2) were last. A chill day for NFC Central RB’s Dalvin Cook, Aaron Jones, AJ Dillon and Dandle Swift.

5. Carolina Panthers (from Seahawks)

Will Levis (QB, Kentucky)

Seattle GM John Schneider has never been so high. In this mock he doesn’t like heights. He’s trading back to amass more capital for a rebuild that began last year with the Russell Wilson deal. Carolina state owner David Tepper isn’t the patient type and recognizes that the Lions, Raiders and Falcons may all be eyeing quarterbacks, so “Draft Day” Anthony Like Molina, I plead with GM Scott Fitter to find his QB in the future. Sam Darnold can keep the fort until the big-armed rook with his 6-foot-3-inch, 231-pound tool is ready.

6. Detroit Lions

Devon Witherspoon (CB, Illinois)

Head coach Dan Campbell could see a road to a division title if Aaron Rodgers exits. So GM Brad Holmes resists reaching out to QB Anthony Richardson and continues to ride or die with Jared Goff, while his defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn says Aidan his He needs a cornerback more than another edge rusher because he can afford to unleash Hutchinson. Campbell.

7. Las Vegas Raiders

Peter Skolonchi (OT Northwestern)

Owner Mark Davis spent most of the 2021 season cooling off in the hot seat of head coach Josh McDaniels. It makes too much sense—especially Davante Adams, Josh Jacobs, and Darren Waller. Hired oldest quarterback to play in George Blanda’s championship game. finished. LT Colton Miller bookends are a must have.

8. Atlanta Falcons

Anthony Richardson (QB, Florida)

The uptick is tempting for owner Arthur Blank, who chose Desmond Ridder in the third round after handing the franchise over to Justin Fields (and Mack Jones) two years ago and to Kenny Pickett last year. is proved. Richardson (6-4, 231 votes) is about as big as Josh His Allen and enters the draft with similar questionable accuracy. Head his coach Arthur Smith, TE Kyle He needs the Pitts and WR Drake studs to get the ball to London.

9. Seahawks (from Panthers)

Tyree Wilson (Germany, Texas Tech University)

“They” (not the “Hawks”) wrote off Genno Smith. But he didn’t reply. But you already knew that. What we don’t know is if he can score a lucrative contract extension as a free agent. If he’s going to remain head coach Pete Carroll’s man, this is a 6-foot-6, 275-pound freak. Uchenna Nwosu (9.5 sacks) alone can’t do it.

10. New York Jets (from Eagles)

Paris Johnson Jr. (OT, Ohio)

Philadelphia GM Howie Roseman does business with former teammate Jets GM Joe Douglas. Douglas took over OT Ykem Ekwonu to draft Sauce Gardner last season and hoped he could see what he could expect from Mekhi Becton. Garrett Wilson can provide information about his former teammate, who stands at 6 feet 6 inches and weighs 310 pounds. Aaron Rodgers, Derek Carr, or Jimmy Garoppolo welcome the Eiffel Tower in front of them.

25. New York Giants

Jalyn Hyatt (WR, Tennessee)

A 4.3-speed, 6-foot, 185-pound deep menace for Daniel Jones. If free agent Darius Slayton were to join the Ravens, the Hyatt could replace him. His game modeled after Davante Adams. Head coach Brian Daball can ask his old friend Nick Saban about his five TD catches in the Hyatt’s 52-49 Volunteers win over Alabama. Complements Isaiah Hodgins nicely.