While the 2022 NFL draft class doesn't appear to be loaded with the super well-known, marquee prospects like the past two draft classes had, it's a very deep group, particularly at cornerback and edge rusher. And right now, there's no sure thing at the quarterback position or even any inclination as to who is the frontrunner to be the first player picked at the game's most vital position. (And at this rate, are we sure Oklahoma's Spencer Rattler will even declare?)
Let's get to it -- keep reading to see how all 32 picks unfold.
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And just so we're all on the same page here: The draft order below was determined the reverse order of SportsLine's Super Bowl odds.
NFL Mock Draft
Round 1
Round 1 - Pick 1
Oregon
• Jr
• 6'5"
/ 258 lbs
The Texans handle the rebuild with patience -- because it's going to take a while -- and pass on the relatively weak quarterback class. Thibodeaux has All-Pro abilities.
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Round 1 - Pick 2
Evan Neal
OL
Alabama
• Jr
• 6'7"
/ 340 lbs
It's more likely every day that Trevor Lawrence will be getting a new head coach in 2022. Whoever that may be, or if Urban Meyer miraculously stays, left tackle will be a top priority.
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Round 1 - Pick 3
Malik Willis
QB
Liberty
• Jr
• 6'1"
/ 219 lbs
Willis is noticeably raw. But with Goff likely staying in Detroit as the starter for one more season, the Lions swing for the fences at quarterback due to Willis' immense upside.
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Round 1 - Pick 4
LSU
• Jr
• 6'0"
/ 190 lbs
How about a lockdown cornerback for the Jets secondary? Stingley can be that, and he's a tremendous playmaker when the ball is in the air.
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Round 1 - Pick 5
Notre Dame
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 220 lbs
The Falcons tied themselves to Matt Ryan for at least another season, so here they go with the freaky Hamilton to become an anchor of the backend of their defense.
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Round 1 - Pick 6
Kenyon Green
OL
Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 323 lbs
The Giants continue to build around the pleasantly surprising Daniel Jones with a mashing guard from the SEC.
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From
Chicago Bears
Round 1 - Pick 7
Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 290 lbs
Dave Gettleman won't be able to resist once he watches Leal's film. He's a game-wrecker from anywhere up front.
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Round 1 - Pick 8
Nevada
• 6'4"
/ 215 lbs
Strong has plenty of experience and is a mostly poised pocket passer with a good arm and deceptive athleticism. He's the type the Steelers will gravitate toward during the pre-draft process.
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Round 1 - Pick 9
Michigan
• Jr
• 6'7"
/ 268 lbs
Hutchinson is freaky athletic and a three-down talent who can ultimately replace some of the aging veterans on the edge for Philadelphia. Plus, Derek Barnett is a free agent after this season.
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Round 1 - Pick 10
Cincinnati
• Jr
• 6'3"
/ 200 lbs
The Bengals grab the feisty, super-smooth corner from right down the street to add a nasty element to their secondary.
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From
Miami Dolphins
Round 1 - Pick 11
Iowa
• Jr
• 6'2"
/ 305 lbs
Philadelphia gets its franchise edge rusher inside the top 10 in Hutchinson, then picks its center for the next decade in Linderbaum, who's a glorious fit in the team's zone-blocking scheme.
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Round 1 - Pick 12
Sam Howell
QB
North Carolina
• Jr
• 6'1"
/ 220 lbs
Howell will acclimate quickly to a club with quality receivers, an adequate line, and a good stable of backs.
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Round 1 - Pick 13
South Carolina
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 258 lbs
The Patriots need more talent in their edge-rusher room. Enagbare is a little raw, but the hustle and physique are through the roof.
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From
Indianapolis Colts
Round 1 - Pick 14
Kaiir Elam
CB
Florida
• Jr
• 6'1"
/ 191 lbs
Damn good haul for the Eagles in Round 1. Elam is an in-your-face, SEC-tested boundary corner with lockdown abilities.
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Round 1 - Pick 15
NC State
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 320 lbs
Local pick for Carolina with Ekwonu, another devastating blocker with guard-tackle flexibility.
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Round 1 - Pick 16
Clemson
• Jr
• 6'0"
/ 194 lbs
Booth is a tremendous playmaker when the ball is in his vicinity, and the Vikings have been trying to bolster the cornerback group for years now.
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Round 1 - Pick 17
Arkansas
• Jr
• 6'2"
/ 225 lbs
Love this pairing. Burks is the big-body type who can thrive in Sean Payton's offense. He'd flourish as a big slot in the NFL.
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Round 1 - Pick 18
Washington
• Jr
• 5'11"
/ 193 lbs
Another secondary addition for the Raiders. McDuffie can play corner or safety and will test through the roof in Indianapolis.
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Round 1 - Pick 19
Cincinnati
• Jr
• 6'5"
/ 248 lbs
The Broncos defense is predicated on its stingy defensive front, and Sanders sets a strong edge and has serious tools as a pass rusher.
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Round 1 - Pick 20
Hill was a former massive recruit who looks like one of the most explosive athletes on the field in every game. The Titans defensive backfield still needs major reinforcement.
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From
Seattle Seahawks
Round 1 - Pick 21
Nakobe Dean
LB
Georgia
• Jr
• 5'11"
/ 231 lbs
Robert Saleh will gravitate toward the fluidity and speed of Dean after coaching Fred Warner in San Francisco.
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From
San Francisco 49ers
Round 1 - Pick 22
Washington
• Fr
• 6'7"
/ 328 lbs
The Dolphins are now going into the third year of rebuilding their offensive line. Kirkland would join this team with a strong pass-protecting pedigree.
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Round 1 - Pick 23
Minnesota
• Jr
• 6'8"
/ 380 lbs
The Chargers can plug Faalee into right tackle to give Justin Herbert the bookend blockers he needs to maximize his potential.
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Round 1 - Pick 24
Mississippi State
• Jr
• 6'5"
/ 311 lbs
Cross is a smooth athlete who needs to get stronger. While it may take him time to develop in the NFL, he has big-time talent.
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Round 1 - Pick 25
Georgia
• Jr
• 6'0"
/ 190 lbs
The Cardinals have been getting quality play from Byron Murphy this season, but the secondary is mostly patchwork at this juncture. Kendrick is pro ready.
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Round 1 - Pick 26
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6'0"
/ 192 lbs
The Browns need an injection of youth into their receiver room. Wilson is a springy, big play waiting to happen out wide.
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Round 1 - Pick 27
Drake London
WR
USC
• Jr
• 6'4"
/ 213 lbs
More receivers for Lamar Jackson! Rejoice. London is not your typical stiff, contested-catch only big receiver. While he excels as a rebounder, he's a quality athlete running routes, too.
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Round 1 - Pick 28
Alabama
• Jr
• 6'1"
/ 226 lbs
The Packers typically shy away from linebackers early in the draft, but the athletic Harris is too good to pass up here.
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From
Los Angeles Rams
Round 1 - Pick 29
Chris Olave
WR
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6'0"
/ 187 lbs
Olave will hit the ground running in the NFL thanks to his surgical route-running skills and quality ball-tracking abilities.
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Round 1 - Pick 30
Jordan Davis
DL
Georgia
• Jr
• 6'6"
/ 336 lbs
Davis looks close to being a nose tackle worthy of a first-round pick because of how he gets after it as a pass rusher.
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Round 1 - Pick 31
Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6'1"
/ 215 lbs
I keep going back to this pairing because Spiller is a feature back with scat-back hands. Perfect for Tom Brady.
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Round 1 - Pick 32
Ohio State
• Soph
• 6'6"
/ 272 lbs
The Chiefs need to add a blue-chip talent at the edge spot to their roster. Harrison can win in a variety of ways.
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