2023 NFL Draft tracker: Complete list, results in Round 2 picks, instant analysis
The next generation of pro football is making itself seen as the 2023 NFL Draft kicks off Round 2 live from Kansas City, home of the reigning Super Bowl champion Chiefs, and the best players the college football ranks have to offer hearing their names called and watching their dreams come true as they embark on their NFL careers.
The second round of the 2023 NFL Draft is in the books with more names off the Big Board and a good showing from the Big Ten through the first two rounds, with 20 players from that conference being selected up to that point, setting a new record for the most taken in the first two rounds in the Common Draft Era.
The SEC came in second on that score, with 17 players taken through Round 2.
Where we left off: 2023 NFL Draft Round 1 picks
Here's your look at every player taken off the board in Round 2 with some instant reactions for what to expect as they start their NFL careers.
2023 NFL Draft: Tracking each Round 2 pick, instant analysis
Scouting reports are courtesy of NFL Draft Bible, our partner publisher in the Sports Illustrated Fannation Network
32. Steelers: Joey Porter, Jr.
Position: Cornerback
School: Penn State
NFL Draft scouting report: "A long, physical press man cover corner, Porter Jr owns prototypical attributes, along with NFL bloodlines (son of former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Porter). His long arms allow him to knock receivers off their mark and enable him to get his hands on a lot of tipped balls."
33. Titans: Will Levis
Where he plays: Quarterback
School: Kentucky
NFL Draft scouting report: "A quick-reacting quarterback that is mechanically sound but will need to learn to go through his progressions at the next level."
34. Lions: Sam LaPorta
Where he plays: Tight end
School: Iowa
NFL Draft scouting report: "Height and weight of a traditional in-line tight end. Has also played flexed out and as an H back. Provided yards from underneath and intermediate routes, including crossers, posts, and seven routes. Smooth at the top of his route, showing precision in his footwork. A cerebral player that will exploit holes in zone coverage."
35. Raiders: Michael Mayer
Where he plays: Tight end
School: Notre Dame
NFL Draft scouting report: "Mayer forces opposing defenders to make business decisions with the ball in his hands, as he runs at them like a Mack truck. He is extremely tough to bring down, often requiring multiple defenders to do so. The team captain brings a ferocious intensity and is a notorious hard worker. While his blocking is adequate, there is room for improvement in his development."
36. Rams: Steve Avila
Where he plays: Offensive guard
School: TCU
NFL Draft scouting report: "His natural upper body strength is extremely impressive. Players struggle to bull rush Avila, as he is just too strong to move. For his size too, Avila has very quick feet. In short areas, Avila is explosive and quick enough to mirror defensive lineman."
37. Seahawks: Derick Hall
Where he plays: Edge
School: Auburn
NFL Draft scouting report: "The pass rusher boasts impressive size and great linear and lateral movement skills. He has good speed and the range to defend the run or chase down screens. In fact, the Tigers’ star regularly fills a coverage role in the flats or from an off-ball alignment."
38. Falcons: Matt Bergeron
Where he plays: Offensive line
School: Syracuse
NFL Draft scouting report: "A four-year starter in the ACC, Bergeron has experience at both left and right tackle. At the next level, his game would also translate well inside at guard. Through all the experience Bergeron has, he has developed a real sense of control out on the field. In both the pass and run game, Bergeron plays with great balance and he does a great job reacting to counter moves."
39. Panthers: Jonathan Mingo
Where he plays: Wide receiver
School: Ole Miss
NFL Draft scouting report: "Liken his skill set to an outside receiver with some versatility in the slot or tighter alignments. Utilized on locked hitches and smoke screens in the quick game. Want the ball in his hands where his pace and strength garner yards. Works the middle of the field on intermediate over routes and in-cuts where his contested catch ability shines."
40. Saints: Isaiah Foskey
Where he plays: Defensive end
School: Notre Dame
NFL Draft scouting report: "An excellent athlete with a strong run defense base and a promising future as a pass rusher, Isaiah Foskey’s limited bend and underdeveloped pass rush arsenal will hurt his ability to make an early impact in the NFL. That said, his exciting burst and power give him an excellent ceiling."
41. Cardinals: BJ Ojulari
Where he plays: Edge rusher
School: LSU
NFL Draft scouting report: "A standout since his freshman season with the LSU football program, B.J. Ojulari boasts impressive burst and bend that should appeal to most NFL teams; that said, he has underwhelming play strength and plays with a high pad level that gives his chest up routinely."
42. Packers: Luke Musgrave
Where he plays: Tight end
School: Oregon State
NFL Draft scouting report: "This is a tall lengthy tight end, who plays a very physical brand of football and he is surprisingly athletic and talented as a pass catcher. He has great hip flexibility which helps him move fluidly around the field. This helps him run clean routes, as well as move downfield when blocking."
43. Jets: Joe Tippmann
Where he plays: Center
School: Wisconsin
NFL Draft scouting report: "Tippmann is an athletic, powerful center who excels at framing blocks and climbing to the second level, but there’s room to improve his footwork and leverage."
44. Colts: Julius Brents
Where he plays: Cornerback
School: Kansas State
NFL Draft scouting report: "Brents spends most of his time operating as a boundary corner in zone coverage for Kansas State. The former three-star recruit is at his best when he’s allowed to keep his eyes on the quarterback, which might explain why he frequently uses the bail technique. Brents is one of the most physically gifted athletes in the 2023 draft class."
45. Lions: Brian Branch
Where he plays: Defensive back
School: Alabama
NFL Draft scouting report: "Though he projects as a nickel corner and man coverage specialist early in his NFL career, Brian Branch has the athleticism, instincts, and physicality to play any defensive back position in the league. He should start as a rookie and can develop into a stellar defensive chess piece. He can at least be an elite special teamer."
46. Patriots: Keion Smith
Where he plays: Edge
School: Georgia Tech
NFL Draft scouting report: "White offers flashes of greatness with his combination of speed, upper body strength, and arm length, but the college football veteran lacks technical development and consistency across the board."
47. Commanders: Jartavius Martin
Where he plays: Safety
School: Illinois
NFL Draft scouting report: "Martin is a versatile defensive back with significant experience at outside corner and slot corner, but he’ll likely spend more time in deeper safety alignments at the NFL level."
48. Buccaneers: Cody Mauch
Where he plays: Offensive line
School: North Dakota State
NFL Draft scouting report: "Mauch is an excellent athlete who possesses ideal lateral and vertical agility to mirror defenders in pass protection or climb to the second level and pick off linebackers in the run game. He quickly climbs to the second level and is always looking for work."
49. Steelers: Keeanu Benton
Where he plays: Defensive tackle
School: Wisconsin
NFL Draft scouting report: "He is physically imposing, with a really strong upper body. Benton has the size to take on double teams and be a really impactful player in the run game. With his natural upper body strength, Benton has an easy time getting off blocks. He can stack and shed offensive linemen with ease."
50. Packers: Jayden Reed
Where he plays: Wide receiver
School: Michigan State
NFL Draft scouting report: "He may look lanky but he has some mass in his lower body that allows for some explosion off the line of scrimmage. His quickness off of the line is exhilarating and he knows how to hit a second gear down the field. Reed has reliable hands that makes the quarterback trust in him during key situations of the football game. His ability to adjust to errant quarterback throws is also something that shows up a lot on tape."
51. Dolphins: Cam Smith
Where he plays: Cornerback
School: South Carolina
NFL Draft scouting report: "Stellar length for the position, long arms, and rangy frame. Logged snaps as a boundary corner, nickel defender, and post safety. Incredibly active player, instituting energy on every play. Infectious competitiveness radiates throughout his teammates. Fluid athlete in every sense. Fleet-footed from pedal to break with polished hips and snap in his lower body movement."
52. Seahawks: Zach Charbonnet
Where he plays: Running back
School: UCLA
NFL Draft scouting report: "Runner with good size and a big upper body. Charbonnet does well to read leverage, recognizing a soft edge on lateral runs and working towards it. He takes advantage of the added time on counter runs to find holes backside. High tacklers bounce off of him as Charbonnet runs hard and will lower the shoulder to run through defenders."
53. Bears: Gervon Dexter
Where he plays: Defensive tackle
School: Florida
NFL Draft scouting report: "An NFL athlete in terms of his movement and power, Gervon Dexter is a well-rounded 4-3 defensive tackle who can develop into a solid starter in the league. That said, his inconsistent pad level, hand move arsenal, and motor result in volatile play that will make him a rosterable depth player early while he develops."
54. Chargers: Tuli Tuipulotu
Where he plays: Defensive line
School: USC
NFL Draft scouting report: "The first step quickness and explosion Tuipulotu possesses from the inside is excellent. He has the natural ability to get after the quarterback from the 3-tech spot. His ability to convert speed to power is elite and he has violent hands to disrupt offensive guards."
55. Chiefs: Rashee Rice
Where he plays: Wide receiver
School: SMU
NFL Draft scouting report: "He is an outstanding route runner. He is incredibly smooth and clean in all of his movement, he also knows exactly where the holes in the defense will be so he is always getting open. Has very good breakaway speed and is electric with the ball in his hand. He has strong hands and can make contested catches look easy, though he doesn’t have the greatest jumping ability."
56. Bears: Tyrique Stevenson
Where he plays: Cornerback
School: Miami (FL)
NFL Draft scouting report: "As a run defender, Stevenson is a willing tackler and wants to come downhill. He sheds blocks with ease and wraps up ball carriers. Stevenson has the talent to be a high-level run defender for a cornerback at the next level. His play strength will also allow him to be an enforcer too. In coverage, Stevenson isn’t asked to play press but when he does, his length and physicality show up."
57. Giants: John Michael Schmitz
Where he plays: Center
School: Minnesota
NFL Draft scouting report: "When looking at Schmitz as a prospect, he does the little things really well. Schmitz is always in the right spot at the right time and routinely got the job done on film. He does a fantastic job sustaining blocks, using great technique and an impressive anchor. Schmitz also plays through the whistle, preventing defenders from disengaging and making tackles downfield."
58. Cowboys: Luke Schoonmaker
Where he plays: Tight end
School: Michigan
NFL Draft scouting report: "Long with brawny stature that carries his pads evenly throughout his body. Best role is a Y tight end or as the point man in a bunch set. Natural athlete that looks smooth in his movement patterns. Active lower body with fluidity that radiates from his hips to his feet. Straight line burst is evident when used as a seam buster."
59. Bills: O'Cyrus Torrence
Where he plays: Offensive guard
School: Florida
NFL Draft scouting report: "Large human in terms of outright mass. Mainly a guard but has moved out to tackle and handled the duties well in limited snaps. Arms and strength to finish plays. Plays long with heavy hands at the point of attack. Can slide his feet and anchor against interior push. Cerebral with the reactionary skills to handle what's in front of him, then pick up delayed blitzers. Gets defenders off their spot in the run game."
60. Bengals: DJ Turner
Where he plays: Cornerback
School: Michigan
NFL Draft scouting report: "Turner is a small but twitchy cornerback with good technique and exciting athletic ability that should make him an asset in man coverage."
61. Jaguars: Brenton Strange
Where he plays: Tight end
School: Penn State
NFL Draft scouting report: "Strange is an athletically enticing prospect who offers ideal acceleration, understanding of zone coverage, motor, and scheme versatility as a blocker."
62. Texans: Juice Scruggs
Where he plays: Center
School: Penn State
NFL Draft scouting report: "Whether at guard or center, he got the most out of his natural ability. Scruggs has above average play strength. He did a very good job anchoring down again bull-rushes. Scruggs handles stunts and twists with ease, showing off good reaction time. In the run game, Scruggs flashed solid grip strength and when his hand placement was tight, he was able to finish defenders."
63. Broncos: Marvin Mims
Where he plays: Wide receiver
School: Oklahoma
NFL Draft scouting report: "There is an element of speed to Mims’ game that is hard to find. He can create separation downfield and should be a vertical threat at the next level. Even though Mims isn’t the most physically imposing wideout, he does a great job of tracking the ball downfield and making some acrobatic catches. He is going to be a threat at all three levels because of his speed and ball tracking ability."
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