Winners and Losers from the 2023 Scouting Combine At Every Position
Quarterbacks
Winner: Anthony RichardsonNo quarterback in the history of the combine has ever put up measurables like Anthony Richardson did at the combine by measuring at 6'4" and 244 lbs. with a rocked up athletic build to go along with 4.44 40 yard dash that is so elite for his size that it has put him into unicorn status as a prospect heading into the draft with some scouts even throwing his name at the top of the draft for Carolina to pick. That remains to be seen but Richardson has firmly put himself into Top 5 pick status in the draft and someone is going to want him bad enough to move heaven and earth to get him.
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Loser: Bryce YoungLets make it clear here, Bryce Young did nothing wrong at the combine to warrant falling because all reports from the event say teams love Young's brain for the game and throwing ability but he falls a spot or two for a couple reasons. 1). Anthony Richardson pretty much blew up the combine with his athleticism and size which rocketed him up draft boards across the league. 2). Young, while expected to be a short quarterback obviously, measured in a little shorter than expected at 5'10". It's not the end of the world but by default he has to fall a spot or two down and while I don't think he'll find his way falling out of the top 5, he's no longer in my opinion alone as the top overall quarterback in the draft.
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Running Backs
Winner: Jahmyr GibbsJahmyr Gibbs probably didn't move up much in the draft as running backs always seem to have a rougher go of it when it comes to evaluation but I after posting a 4.36 40 yard dash, he at the very least cemented himself as a Day 1 selection in the draft. His measurables and athleticism match what teams are looking at on tape and any team that drafts him is going to get what they are paying and possibly more.
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Loser: Kenny McintoshThe Georgia Bulldog Kenny McCintosh had to wait a long time in college to get his shot at the starting spot for the fabled running back position at the historic program and while he had a great season for Georgia, his combine performance was underwhelming. He's likely to fall in the draft because of this and may find himself getting picked in Day 3 of the draft.
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Wide Receiver
Winner: Zay FlowersThe wide receiver group as a hole was impressive with few standouts at the combine but one player that benefited the most from his performance in my opinion is wide receiver Zay Flowers. Flowers 4.42 sec 40 yard dash combined with his exceptional route-running at the combine looked every bit the player that terrorized opposing defenses at Boston College.
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Loser: Kayshon BoutteKayshon Boutte in college was a highly explosive playmaker at LSU but his combine performance didn't match what teams were looking at on tape. He didn't test on the vertical or the broad jump and while those don't make a player in the NFL, it was underwhelming for a player that many dubbed a sneaky Day 1 selection come draft day. I think he finds himself in late Day 2 of the draft hearing his name called and could be a steal in the draft when considering his tape.
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Tight End
Winner: Darnell WashingtonFew players benefitted from the combine like Darnell Washington out of Georgia whose elite athleticism and size was on full display. Measuring in at almost 6'7" and 265 lbs. with a 4.62 40 yard dash set him apart from the other tight ends in the group. By far regarded as the best blocking tight end in the draft, he showed at the combine that he might be the best blocker among everybody including offensive lineman. It also helped that he showed off some highly impressive receiving skills as well as with beautiful one-handed catch to end his day. He's cemented himself as a Day 1 selection and closed the divide between him and Michael Mayer as the best tight end prospect in the draft.
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Loser: Michael MayerThe entire tight end class at the combine was highly impressive with almost no players underwhelming or having bad days including Michael Mayer but Mayer is considered a "Loser" at the combine simply because he didn't blow anybody with his athleticism. He performed as expect and everything you saw on tape was confirmed at the combine and I would be shocked to see him not be the first tight end off the board still even after his combine. All he failed to do was pull away from everyone in his group and cement himself as the best available.
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Offensive Tackles
Winner: Darnell WrightThe entire offensive tackle class at the combine performed exceptional with no real shocking failures from any of the top prospects in the class but the one player that benefitted the most from the day in my opinion is Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright. Wright came in at 6'5" and 333 lbs. and ran a stellar 5.01 Sec 40 yard dash to go along with impressive workouts in the drills as well. It also helped that a significant portion of the pass rushers that interviewed at the combine, including the #1 overall prospect in Will Anderson Jr., mentioned Wright by name as the toughest offensive lineman that they played against. He's got a real shot to be the first offensive tackle taken in the draft along with Broderick Jones and Paris Johnson Jr. and I wouldn't be shocked to see Wright's name come off the board in the Top 10.
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Loser: Jaelyn DuncanThe offensive tackles as a whole were an impressive unit but if I had to pick one that didn't perform up to task it would probably be Jaelyn Duncan from Maryland. For an offensive tackle that showed excellent athletic ability on tape. He was a bit average for the position and it would shock me to see his name fall to the top pf Day 3 as teams will be looking for offensive tackles likely later in the draft once the top prospects listed above him get selected.
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guard/center
Winner: Peter SkoronskiPeter Skoronksi came into the combine as a potential top pick at either guard or tackle depending on what his measurements were at the combine and while he didn't quite fit the build of an NFL offensive tackle, his performance at the event cemented himself as the preeminent guard prospect in the draft. His athleticism for his size as well as the stunning power in his body were on full display and NFL teams in need of a high floor safe pick future pro bowl offensive lineman better find away to get into the top 15 picks in the draft because he won't fall far.
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Loser: JarretT PattersonJarrett Patterson was a fringe Day 2 prospect in the draft due to his technical prowess and reliability in college but his combine performance left a lot to be desired and may have cost him hearing his name called in Day 2, possibly even at all. Combine numbers don't make NFL players especially in the trenches but they matter when making comparisons and NFL teams are likely to go with the better athletes on the board once the draft starts to come to a close. I expect him to get drafted but where exactly is entirely arbitrary now.
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Defensive Tackle
Winner: Calijah KanceyNo draft prospect moved higher up NFL draft boards than defensive tackle Calijah Kancey who went from potential sleeper Day 1 selection to potential top 15 pick in the draft as his numbers at the combine and measurements put him in the Aaron Donald category of defensive lineman due to his short but ultra-athletic build that also is backed by game tape of him constantly terrorizing offenses throughout his tenure at Pitt. I expect him to hear his name called in the top 20 and possibly top 10 if a team falls in love him throughout the draft process.
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Loser: Siaki IkaThe defensive tackles at the combine didn't perform poorly in anyway at the combine but if one had to be picked as somebody who somewhat underwhelmed it would be Siaki Ika. Ika was a large defensive tackle at 6'3" and 335 lbs. which was expected and ran a slower 5.39 Sec 40 yard dash which was expected for his size but everyone at the event wanted to see how he performed on the bench press considering that most of his game is based on his immense power. He'll likely fall because of this until he performs well in private workouts however I don't think he finds himself falling out of the top 50 picks in the draft based on his film.
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Edge Rusher
Winner: Adetomiwa AdebaworeThe edge rushers in the 2023 NFL combine absolutely blew people away scouts and teams as they usually do considering that edge rushers are often the most athletic players on the field but none made bigger impact at the combine than Adetmoiwa Adebawore. Adebawore measured in at 6'2" and 280 lbs. with longer arms than average for his size and on and absolute show at the event with a 4.49 40 yard dash and 27 reps on the bench combine with 37.5" vert and 10'5" broad jump. He's as rare an athlete as their has ever been at the combine and although he has the dreaded tweener label attached to him, he's too athletic to ignore. He went from Day 2 prospect to likely late Day 1 selection and I wouldn't be shocked to see a trade up into the first round to snag him him in the last 10 picks of the draft.
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Loser: Andre Carter IIAndre Carter II was at one point a potential top 15 pick in the draft after a ridiculous sophomore season but after a middling junior year he began to fall down draft boards and after his poor combine performance, he may find himself falling into Day 3 of the draft. Regarded as more of a speed rusher, it was disappointing to see that he didn't run at the combine and it was also disappointing so see that he put up only 11 reps on the bench press. He'll need a significant improvement at his pro day to entice teams to draft him in Day 2 as his first round pick status slipped away but him being from the Army should entice at least one team to take a flyer on him because of the positive publicity associated with him.
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Linebacker
Winner: Trenton SimpsonThe linebacker unit as a whole at the combine was highly impressive but none were more impressive in my opinion than Trenton Simpson out of Clemson who put up incredible numbers at the combine. At 6'2" and 235 lbs. Simpson ran a 4.43 sec 40 yard dash to go along with 25 reps on the bench while looking like a potential menace in the drills. Simpson was a fringe Day 1 selection coming into the combine but after his performance, I can't imagine that he falls out of the top 25 picks in the NFL draft.
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Loser: Henry To'o To'oHenry To'o To'o didn't have a bad combine per say because nobody was expecting him to blow scouts away with his athleticism but when comparing him to other prospects his numbers for his size and role on a defense don't matchup well enough to be considered one of the top linebacker prospects in the draft. He's more a quarterback on the defensive side of the ball which is what he was at Alabama and an NFL team looking for a player that manages the defense rather than making impact plays should have him high on their board come Day 2 of the draft.
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Cornerback
Winner: Christian GonzalezThe cornerback class coming into the combine was stellar and every potential Day 1 selection at the event certainly made their claim to be the first off the board but none in my opinion cemented their status better than Christian Gonzalez out of Oregon. His measurables were outstanding at 6'1" and 197 lbs. and his athleticism was on full display at the combine with a 4.38 40 , a 41.5" vert, and an 11'1" broad jump. He's one of the best athletes in the draft and his tape shows a highly technically sound cornerback prospect and I would be shocked to see his name fall out of the top 10 picks in the NFL draft.
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Loser: Clark Phillips IIIClark Phillips didn't have a bad combine by any means and I honestly think that he'll hear his name called late Day of the draft but while the top prospects like Gonzalez, Ringo, and Porter Jr. put up monster measurables and numbers Phillips measurables and numbers just didn't wow anybody. He was excellent in drills and interviews but many teams now likely see him as excellent slot cornerback rather than an outside corner and it could hurt his draft stock a little bit come April. I fully expect him to a very good NFL player but he likely won't be hearing his name called inside the Top 15 of the draft like some of his other colleagues.
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Safety
Winner: Jordan BattleThe safety group at the NFL draft was one of the few positions that didn't wow anybody away mostly due to some of the top prospects available not performing in drills but the one safety that made an impact at the event in my opinion was Jordan Battle out of Alabama. A likely early Day selection for most of the draft process the last two years Battle displayed tremendous athleticism and technique on the field while boasting impressive measurables for the position. He didn't jump into the first round but It would be hard for team to pass on him in the 2nd of the draft.
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Loser: Brandon JosephBrandon Joseph was at one point the hottest safety prospect to come out of college after Kyle Hamilton's success at the position for Notre Dame but Joseph measurables and underwhelming athleticism likely has scared off teams from taking him high in Day 2 of the draft. He'll need a good pro day to convince at least one team to call his name in Day but it wouldn't shock me to see him slip into the top of Day 3.
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Top 5 Players in need of a Great Combine Performance
5. Defensive Tackle Bryan Breese
While Jalen Carter has deservingly been the drafts crown jewel in terms of talent and ability from his Georgia Bulldog days after being a 2x National Champ on defense, the other defensive tackle prospect that scouts have been absolutely raving about is Clemson's Bryan Bresee who might be the only lineman that could challenge Carter athletically. Bryan Bresee is one of the best defensive line recruits to ever come out of high school and many expected him to dominate college football the way the Clemson was for the past few years. Unfortunately however, Bresee dealt with lots of minor and major injuries that kept him off the field as well as the tragic passing of his sister which probably effected his mental health and play. Bresee is as freaky an athlete as you'll find coming out of high school and at the combine if he put up some gaudy numbers and measurements as well as ace some interviews with NFL teams, he could be a top 10 pick in the NFL draft. Right now in the eyes of some teams, his draft stock is up in the air and if he can quite doubters as well as give scouts some clarity into his potential, I don't see him making past the half way point of the draft.
4. Wide Receiver Kayshon Boutte
LSU has been one of the best receiver schools in college with Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and Odell Beckham to name just a few and Kayshon Boutte was supposed to be the next in line coming out of Baton Rouge with his electric YAC ability and athleticism, however of course it didn't work out that way in 2022 and his draft stock tumbled a bit because of it. Kayshon Boutte was recruited by Ed Orgeron after they won the National title and was going to be given the reigns as the teams #1 receiver after both Chase and Jefferson left for the pros however a season-ending injury cut his stellar season short, Ed Orgeron was promptly fired and his excellent offense went with him, new coach Brian Kelly never seemed to like using Boutte on offense when he came back, and the quarterback situation was vastly different from the Joe Burrow year that made the 2019 LSU Tigers regarded as the greatest college offense of all-time. Boutte needs to remind scouts that he has immense potential at the receiver position after being the heir apparent to such talent at LSU and a great performance in the 40 as well as catching drills should rocket him up draft boards.
3. Cornerback Devon Witherspoon
No prospect is rising up draft boards faster in the NFL draft currently than Illinois cornerback Devon Witherspoon whose elite play as well as bone-crushing hits for the fighting Illini have put on the radar of all 32 teams in the NFL draft. What's holding him back however is his small-school label that makes NFL teams wonder if it was his skills or lacking of skills from his competition but nothing changes minds during the draft process quite like a stellar combine performance to rocket him up draft boards. If Witherspoon can post some great numbers at the NFL combine, he'll likely be the first cornerback off the board.
2. Offensive tackle Dawand Jones
The top offensive tackle in the 2023 NFL draft is still up for debate as teams mull over what is working in the NFL and what is not as the position becomes a more hit or miss type of position like quarterback but in a class with lots questions at this position, all it takes is one good combine to send a prospect rocketing up draft boards and Ohio State's Dawand Jones is likely to be that guy in 2023 after a good combine. Jones is massive offensive tackle prospect that recorded that longest wing span in NFL history and his technical prowess as well as mauler mentality is greatly admired by NFL teams and although combines for offensive lineman don't make or break prospects, NFL teams are looking for the player that catches their eye currently. If Jones can put up great numbers at the combine and get teams excited about his potential, I wouldn't be shocked to see be the first offensive line off the board.
1. Wide Receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba
Like the offensive tackle class in 2023, the best wide receiver in the draft is very much up for debate as Quentin Johnston, Jordan Addison, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba are all worthy candidates to be taken first off the board and while Johnston and Addison are already highly regarded for their athletic prowess, JSN has been considered average by many scouts who simply see him as a slot receiver. JSN in my opinion is the best route-runner in the draft and if he didn't miss the 2022 season with a lingering injury, their would be no discussion as to who is the best receiver in the class and nothing reminds NFL teams of elite talent like a strong showing at the NFL combine . If he can put up a great 40 yard dash, as well as ace the agility drills, he'll rocket up boards and be the first receiver taken in the draft.
Top 5 Surprise Trade Scenarios of the 2023 NFL Draft
5. Philadelphia Trades up in the draft Top defensive player
Philadelphia became Super Bowl runner up in 2022 because they understood one very important thing, quality over quantity, and after trading for A.J. Brown in last years draft and trading up for one of the best defensive tackles in college football in Jordan Davis who was a key rotational player for the vicious Philly front seven, getting younger and better up front should be the goal for them as they lose key pieces of their defense. Javon Hargraves, Fletcher Cox, and Brandon Graham are huge losses for one of the leagues best front sevens and with Philly holding the #10 overall pick they stole from the Saints look for them to make a move up in the draft to grab one of the top two defensive players in Will Anderson Jr. or Jalen Carter as both are likely to fall in the draft due to teams ahead of them scrambling to grab a quarterback. Will Anderson Jr. is the drafts best overall player and likely would fill the void left by Brandon Graham should he move on in free agency and Jalen Carter is the best defensive lineman to come out of the draft since Quinnen Williams almost 4 years ago and he certainly would relish the chance to play with his former Bull Dog in Davis. Philly needs to get younger quickly as the heart of this teams mentality retires or moves on and getting a young high profile rookie to carry the torch is an absolute necessity.
4. Dallas Cowboys trade out of First Round for Star NFL receiver
The Dallas Cowboys are always the biggest rumor mill in the NFL offseason weather they deserve it or not considering how rare it is that they make any news worthy move either in free agency or the draft but this season the Dallas Cowboys have a lot of questions surrounding this team heading into 2023 from the quarterback position, to the receiver talent overall, to the running back position, or whether or not they need another defensive star on the roster and with Jerry Jones getting older and older without seeing his team in the playoffs he may do something he used to be known for which is making a historic splash in the offseason. Is their a Deion Sanders available on the free agent market? NO. Or a Charles Haley causing so much of a ruckus for his team they are willing to get rid of him for pennies on the dollar? Not yet but very likely no. Jerry Jones however witnessed a game in San Francisco that saw his team lose it's top playmaker in Tony Pollard to a broken leg and have no other answers outside of Ceedee Lamb to create something to bring this team home so if their is an offseason for Jerry Jones to make a splash it would be this one. One name that keeps getting mentioned is Bills superstar receiver Stefon Diggs who has been the favorite target for star quarterback Josh Allen since he arrived in Buffalo and while Diggs and Allen have a close knit and sound relationship, it's been no secret that Diggs has been frustrated with his close but no cigar results in the playoffs as well as his affinity for player with brother, star Dallas Cowboy cornerback Trevon Diggs, in the lone star state. There is also the possibility of trade with Cincinnati for Tee Higgins whose entering the final year of his deal and likely will want a big new NFL contract or DeAndre Hopkins as he's expressed interest in other teams amid the potential rebuild that could be happening in Arizona as he starts to turn 31 in June. The Dallas Cowboys have loads of issues they have to address in 2023, especially with their cap space as they reorganize whose going to have leave with Micah Parson, Ceedee Lamb and Trevon Diggs contracts come to a close sooner than later but if their is a chance for the Cowboys to make a monster splash before the season, I expect them to pull the trigger this offseason.
3. Aaron Rodgers becomes a New York Jet
The New York Jets are in a precarious position currently in the offseason as they have a stacked roster with immense talent on both sides of the football but have a huge problem that has plagued since the beginning of their NFL fame, they lack a star quarterback to get them over the hump in the NFL and with them being out of reach to try again at fixing the position in the draft, getting a bona fine quarterback at the position is priority #1 this offseason, luckily for them Aaron Rodgers is more likely than not going to be available. Aaron Rodgers has decided to go into his reported "Darkness Retreat" this offseason and the animosity between him and the Packers has certainly been one of the most reported storylines in the NFL the past few seasons and Green Bay is likely looking for a fresh new face of their franchise after missing the playoffs with Rodgers and sweet enough deal for them to take Rodgers off their hands likely will do the trick. Will it take more than the 13th overall selection to get the Packers to move on from the HOF quarterback? Probably not but if the Jets want any shot at making the playoffs in 2023 they need to make this move because everyone knows now that Zack Wilson ain't got what it takes to take them their, or play in the NFL. Rodgers to the New York Jets would be the biggest trade to happen this offseason and the Jets would be a relevant football discussion once again in the world of sports. It's must happen for both teams and the rumor circulation of it is gaining momentum very quickly.
2. The Colts, Raiders, Panthers battle for Bears #1 Pick
The Chicago Bears have by far the best future of any team in 2023 when projecting the next few years in the NFL as they have a young and talented quarterback in Justin Fields whose dying for for talent to surround him in the Windy City and a #1 overall pick in the draft that is going to be clamored for heavily by NFL teams. The Bears are going to be and should be very withholding of this pick as receiver talent in this draft is very good and although it would be a reach to get one to kick off the draft, no one is going to rule out the Bears making such a move come April and Colts, Raiders, and Panthers are all likely to making high bids and enticing bids for the pick.
The Indianapolis Colts, historically, are a franchise that has had elite quarterback play and since the departure of Andrew Luck a few years ago they have been a dumpster fire at the position for far too long. They are the most likely team in my opinion to make such a monumental trade as they have tried the free agent quarterback route quite a few times the since the Luck era ended with poorer and poorer results and getting a rookie quarterback to give fans hope is an absolute must. They also have the 4th overall pick to give up, a talented roster that could lose a piece and still be relevant, a kooky owner not afraid to make outside the box moves, and the head coach of the Bears is Matt Eberflus, former defensive coordinator of the Indianapolis Colts whose likely to sign-off on a trade with his former team.
The Raiders are also another organization in need of quarterback help Derek Carr not only decided that he and his now former team should part ways, but he gave the Silver and Black the preverbal middle finger as of 02/13/2023 as they tried to trade him away to the Saints after disrespecting him. The Raiders need a fresh start at the position and Josh McDaniels is well known for taking big splash's at the position to build a team in his image, Tim Tebow certainly comes to mind you needed any context, and getting a new face for a talented yet flawed team is a must for them. The Raiders historically are always a team to watch on draft day as they usually make big splashes in the first round and this would be right up their alley as a move they would make.
The Panthers are likely the final team to make a major push for the top pick in the draft as David Tepper is a highly aggressive owner who wants to win quickly as he's the new guy on the block compared to the other owners in the league and new head coach Frank Reich is also looking to finally have a rookie quarterback that he can coach up after his years in Indianapolis were marred by passing many quarterbacks up in the draft. Carolina also has talented roster that could lose star and still be relevant and the certainly could use at least one from them. Frank Reich also has a connection to Bears head coach Matt Eberflus being the Eberflus was his coordinator in Indy and the two likely have some chemistry with each other and deal that can come from Carolina likely will get signed off of from Eberflus. Lastly, the Frank Reich could be looking for payback against his former team after the owner in Jim Irsay popped the tires to his 2022 season by forcing him to bench his chosen quarterback in Matt Ryan for an unproven rookie and then fired for Jeff Saturday because he didn't like the rookie quarterback. It would be such a legendary moment in football history if Frank Reich and Matt Eberflus helped concoct a deal between their two teams in order to kick Jim Irsay and his Indianapolis Colts right in the nuts after how each coach was sent off and if it were to happen, I imagine a 30 for 30 would likely happen in the future.
The Indianapolis Colts, historically, are a franchise that has had elite quarterback play and since the departure of Andrew Luck a few years ago they have been a dumpster fire at the position for far too long. They are the most likely team in my opinion to make such a monumental trade as they have tried the free agent quarterback route quite a few times the since the Luck era ended with poorer and poorer results and getting a rookie quarterback to give fans hope is an absolute must. They also have the 4th overall pick to give up, a talented roster that could lose a piece and still be relevant, a kooky owner not afraid to make outside the box moves, and the head coach of the Bears is Matt Eberflus, former defensive coordinator of the Indianapolis Colts whose likely to sign-off on a trade with his former team.
The Raiders are also another organization in need of quarterback help Derek Carr not only decided that he and his now former team should part ways, but he gave the Silver and Black the preverbal middle finger as of 02/13/2023 as they tried to trade him away to the Saints after disrespecting him. The Raiders need a fresh start at the position and Josh McDaniels is well known for taking big splash's at the position to build a team in his image, Tim Tebow certainly comes to mind you needed any context, and getting a new face for a talented yet flawed team is a must for them. The Raiders historically are always a team to watch on draft day as they usually make big splashes in the first round and this would be right up their alley as a move they would make.
The Panthers are likely the final team to make a major push for the top pick in the draft as David Tepper is a highly aggressive owner who wants to win quickly as he's the new guy on the block compared to the other owners in the league and new head coach Frank Reich is also looking to finally have a rookie quarterback that he can coach up after his years in Indianapolis were marred by passing many quarterbacks up in the draft. Carolina also has talented roster that could lose star and still be relevant and the certainly could use at least one from them. Frank Reich also has a connection to Bears head coach Matt Eberflus being the Eberflus was his coordinator in Indy and the two likely have some chemistry with each other and deal that can come from Carolina likely will get signed off of from Eberflus. Lastly, the Frank Reich could be looking for payback against his former team after the owner in Jim Irsay popped the tires to his 2022 season by forcing him to bench his chosen quarterback in Matt Ryan for an unproven rookie and then fired for Jeff Saturday because he didn't like the rookie quarterback. It would be such a legendary moment in football history if Frank Reich and Matt Eberflus helped concoct a deal between their two teams in order to kick Jim Irsay and his Indianapolis Colts right in the nuts after how each coach was sent off and if it were to happen, I imagine a 30 for 30 would likely happen in the future.
1. Washington Moves up to #3 in the Draft for Quarterback
The other that is likely to trade out but nobody is talking about is the Arizona Cardinals who have their quarterback in Kyler Murray and a new head coach in Jonathan Gannon from the Philadelphia Eagles and overhauling this team is likely his biggest priority to kick off his coaching era and trading the 3rd overall pick for future draft capital is probably the best move he can make. The Colts are likely not going to field offers that he wants because they have the pick behind him and getting more compensation in the long term is a much better option than simply moving down a spot to grab a player and one team nobody is talking about currently as dark horse trade partner for a quarterback is Washington. Washington has a talented receiver corps, a decent run game, and a very good front seven with their only need being a quarterback to take the reigns of the team. Washington, like the aforementioned Colts, have tried the free agent quarterback market to little success and Ron Rivera may be looking to roll the dice in the draft but at #16 overall, it's likely he won't get his chance unless the Commanders make a huge trade up. The Cardinals likely would want 3-4 first round picks for whomever is available and Ron Rivera and company being desperate probably would sign off on it considering he and the front office are likely on the hot seat. If there is a quarterback that Washington likes, assuming Stroud and Young are off the board, such as Will Levis or Anthony Richardson I can certainly see this team selling the farm to get one of those players and finally give themselves a potential franchise quarterback.