Smith is an athletic freak with big potential to help a vulnerable run defense. In 2022, he accounted for 46 total touchdowns (38 in the air and eight on the ground) while also putting up the third-highest passing grade (85.8) and highest rushing grade (92.8) among quarterbacks. The Eagles have some holes to fill over the middle. The Packers 2023 fate is tied to Jordan Love. can create a lot of problems for opposing quarterbacks. The Texans made some moves, acquiring depth pieces, , but they currently lack any top-end talent to help rookie quarterback, The Texans gave up a fortune to trade up to the No. Now, he's on waivers. 10:44 am ET, at There may not be a better guard tandem than. . With Lamar Jackson back in the fold, the Ravens will once again have one of the most dynamic offenses in the game. The rookie class and Bobby Wagner fit in seamlessly. He just hasnt been able to stay healthy over the past two years. for an unknown number of games as of this writing due to suspension. As a part of our partnership with ESPN, this is a part of a story that was originally published on ESPN+ and can be viewed in its entirety here with your ESPN+ subscription NFL roster rankings for all 32 teams for 2021: Strengths, weaknesses and X factors for every team's starting lineup Super Bowl-winning franchises rarely return their entire starting lineup the following season, but that . He earned an 89.4 run-defense grade, fourth best among qualified safeties, and made some plays in coverage including an interception of. Chandler Jones is 33 and coming off one of his worst seasons as a pro, while the back seven lacks impact playmakers. , this receiver room suddenly becomes very potent. He could not have landed in a better place. still being available. The #Vikings cut three 2021 third-round picks today: QB Kellen Mond, LB Chazz Surratt and G Wyatt Davis.The #Patriots have cut two 2020 third-round TEs: Devin Asiasi and Dalton Keene. Its all about handling adversity (via @nflfilms): #HardKnocks with the @Lions airs tonight at 10pm ET on @hbomax pic.twitter.com/2NdcUzjKyn. Their defense finished with the third-most sacks in NFL history during the regular season. The Giants shortened games and made clutch plays when needed. After being selected in the third round, Iowa ball hawk. Despite trading Darren Waller to the Giants, the Raiders were able to replace him with Notre Dames Michael Mayer, considered one of the best tight ends in a deep 2023 draft class, to go along with Austin Hooper. Their linebackers finished as the fourth-lowest-graded group in the NFL, while their safeties were second worst. Biggest strength in 2023: Defensive Front. While Joe Burrow does thrive in the quick passing game, being able to give him more time to dissect opposing defenses could make an already dangerous passing attack unstoppable. The 2022 first overall pick had a quiet rookie season despite Jacksonvilles success. We've also compiled a team-by-team guide separating all of the latest transactions by squad. Right tackle, was the only one to appear in all 17 games. They even allowed 161 yards on the ground to the Buccaneers feeble attack. Rosen was unable to beat out Josh Dobbs for a spot on the Browns' 53-man roster. New head coach Jonathan Gannon has a lot of work to do. A full season of that duo, on top of production from John Cominsky, Julian Okwara and Josh Paschal, can create a lot of problems for opposing quarterbacks. With so many weapons on offense and the addition of Kellen Moore as offensive coordinator, the Chargers will field a dangerous passing attack. Hargraves high overall grade is also primarily carried by his pass rushing. The Panthers ranked 27th in passing grade as a team and 28th in coverage. And if he does, the Chargers will have an elite cornerback duo with him alongside Asante Samuel Jr. Johnston was the star of a loaded receiver room at TCU, and hell now be receiving targets alongside Keenan Allen, Mike Williams and Austin Ekeler from Justin Herbert. Tampa Bay lost Sean Murphy-Buntingbut retained Carlton Davis, Jamel Dean and Antoine Winfield Jr. while adding Ryan Neal at safety. The only pass rusher to post a 70.0-plus grade and is returning from last season was. Jones and rookie Paris Johnson Jr. have some versatility, so one of them will likely slide inside. The Titans had a mass exodus of talent this offseason, letting go of numerous holdovers. ; 16-1-4 | Modified overtime in postseason games to require that each team has the opportunity to possess the ball. However, he has the physical skills to be a foundational piece inside for the Saints. And if he does, the Chargers will have an elite cornerback duo with him alongside, Johnston was the star of a loaded receiver room at TCU, and hell now be receiving targets alongside. Anything less than 10 wins and a playoff appearance would be a massive disappointment. Smith will be at the forefront of that improvement. Arizonas 71.6 pass-blocking grade in 2022 was good for 13th in the league. can bounce back from an underwhelming 2022, this Broncos team has the talent to compete with just about anyone in the AFC. Preseason George Pickens was a problem. pic.twitter.com/7963VOwwdV, Were all excited to have @BrianR_4 back in the building pic.twitter.com/xDDbCychdM, Justin Herbert might throw for 500 yards on Thursdays with the new Prime ball (via justinherbert / IG) | #TNFonPrime pic.twitter.com/9vR1ZPx4lQ, Raiders waiving 2021 1st-round pick Alex Leatherwood. They were denied a first-round tackle in the draft and are now left with a group consisting of the oft-injured Mekhi Becton, 40-year-old Duane Brown, 2022 fourth-rounder Max Mitchell and, possibly, Vera-Tucker. in 2008. can post similar numbers, New Orleans should have the best offense in the NFC South in 2023. Pitts production dropped off a cliff last season. s ability to maneuver the pocket with his small stature. 8 last season after Melvin Ingram (who wore No. This is the 53 man roster of . ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN And they havent done much in the offseason to improve upon it. The Jaguars traded down twice and landed Oklahomas, with the 27th pick. This secondary, on paper, is a top-flight unit. The incumbent Howell will be joined by journeyman, The Commanders have the talent to be a top-flight defense in 2023. and a bunch of open competitions. The Jets were an injury-riddled mess up front last year, especially after, was lost for the season in Week 7. They also need a bounce-back season from left guard Laken Tomlinson, who earned just a 56.8 overall grade last season. If he can elevate the young talent around him, the Packers will be thrilled. The departures of Ali Marpet and Alex Cappa, along with several injuries, ravaged their offensive line. This could be a really dangerous offense again in 2023 if Smith keeps the momentum going. in order to get the best group of pass catchers on the field. They won five last year and let go of. There werent many consistent weaknesses for the Eagles in 2022, but one theme when they struggled was their middle-of-the-field defenders being exposed in big spots. Despite spending a lot of money on the offensive line in the 2022 offseason, the Bengals hardly improved as a unit. A couple of squads could've done a lot better with first-round draft picks. Chicago Bears 2022 record: 3-14 They still ended the year as the worst team in football, though. However, an ankle injury and an inability to gell into new head coach Brian Kellys system led to the LSU product falling to the sixth round. They likely lose every game Murray doesnt start and most of them that he does. His 38.7 pass-blocking grade is ugly, but it rises to 56.2 if you discard an ugly first appearance against San Francisco. Anything less than 10 wins and a playoff appearance would be a massive disappointment. Drake London is the only returning player on the team who posted more than 400 receiving yards last season. Cincinnati lost both starting safeties Jessie Bates III and Vonn Bell to free agency this past offseason. New England Patriots. Contests against the Jets, Lions and Chargers loom large, but Dallas should get to 10 wins. Not much went right for Chicago in 2022, but it is very clear that the foundation of their rebuild will be their rushing attack. Most clubs' moves were expected, but we also got a few surprises, like the . The Lions shocked everyone by taking a running back with the 12th overall selection despite already having David Montgomery and DAndre Swift on the roster. Johnston is a good after-the-catch receiver, especially for his size, and should give opposing defenses headaches. And with a full season of Roquan Smith on the defensive side of the ball, yards will be hard to come by against the team. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. After a massive trade to secure his services, Russell Wilson couldnt seem to make things work in Denver in 2022. Its unlikely that Jackson puts up another 28.4 season-long grade like he did in 2022. Theyre heavily reliant on the running game, and their back seven on defense has major question marks. The main question is going to be whether the secondary can hold up. This situation feels similar to Green Bays. Osborn, T.J. Hockenson, Adam Thielenand Dalvin Cook all made their usual contributions to the passing game. Johnson has been versatile and very solid wherever he has played. Its a shame the 49ers quarterback room was ravaged by injuries because they may have been the most well-rounded team in 2022. This offseason, they added Super Bowl champion Orlando Brown Jr. to man the blind side. Not much went right for Chicago in 2022, but it is very clear that the foundation of their rebuild will be their rushing attack. The Saints ranked 26th in both pass-blocking and run-blocking grades. s continued improvement in a weak AFC South, the Jaguars ought to be favored to repeat as division champions, something they havent done since they won back-to-back AFC Central titles (a division that no longer exists) from 1998-99. and company were often left to carry the load in shootouts last season. Grind out a couple more wins after that, and you have nine a reasonable expectation. . A big improvement from Tryon-Shoyinka and the pass rush would be an important step forward for the team. New York's end result masked the low-grading profile of this unit, so the team will need to be better on the back end to avoid regression to the mean in close games. into the mix should keep the Bengals among the top passing teams in football. The Panthers don't boast a top-flight receiving option after sending D.J. The Chiefs were already thin at wide receiver heading into the offseason, and now theyve lost JuJu Smith-Schuster in free agency. ProSportsDaily.com is not affiliated with the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, FIFA, NCAA, or any of the newspapers linked to. The Vikings had unprecedented success in close games. Brown can thump in the run game and notched 10 interceptions across his last two years at Penn State. . The Vikings' deficiencies in coverage were eventually their undoing, as. Signing Jimmie Ward away from the 49ers was big toward improving this secondary and can help take the pressure off 2022 draftees Derek Stingley Jr. and Jalen Pitre, both of whom had very up-and-down rookie seasons. The Packers 2023 fate is tied to, . The Commanders would like to give their offense short fields to work with, and Forbes could immediately contribute to that cause. fall into their laps in the draft. Hes an excellent route runner with the versatility to play inside or outside. Nobody in the league is better in the trenches. @HOFRECO @h2hlegends: Coming Super Bowl week to @FOXSports pic.twitter.com/faAVAi7FNu. Parsons himself ended the year with a 92.0 pass-rush grade, fourth best of any player in the NFL, and recorded a 90.0-plus pass-rush grade in five games. . They likely lose every game Murray doesnt start and most of them that he does. Pay homage to your Super Bowl Champs the @RamsNFL by collecting official digital art! Richardson's arrival, though, marks a new era for a team in search of inspiration ever since Andrew Luck hit CTRL+ALT+DEL on his NFL career. The Saints have major issues in the trenches, and Derek Carr has a mediocre grading profile over the past year and a half. This is an interesting one. While we can justify some of those poor choices with logical thought . at safety. Biggest weakness in 2023: Rushing Offense. pic.twitter.com/eZy0R7pFNt, Whose house? this Dolphins team has the roster to make a deep playoff run. s 616. From CBS Sports: Karl Joseph, the Steelers' veteran safety, changed his jersey from No. However, even if Garoppolo puts up a career year, this defense will keep the Raiders from doing more than sniffing a wild-card spot. The Cardinals' offensive line isnt as bad as some narratives make it out to be. In 2022, he accounted for 46 total touchdowns (38 in the air and eight on the ground) while also putting up the third-highest passing grade (85.8) and highest rushing grade (92.8) among quarterbacks. With the group of pass catchers assembled in Las Vegas, the only thing stopping this offense from being a top-tier unit is the quarterback. On the full site, click MANAGE Select Edit Team Rosters Make desired changes. Plenty more moves could be on the horizon, whether via waivers or last-minute trades, but for the most part, Week 1 depth charts are now in order. X factor for 2022: The version of Von Miller that helped fuel a Super Bowl run for the Los Angeles Rams last season is still one of the best pass-rushers in the NFL. 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Their offensive line allowed Jalen Hurts to become an MVP-caliber dual threat. Johnson is a terrific fit for their offense. Its hard to think the Cardinals stand a chance if Colt McCoy or fifth-round rookie Clayton Tune starts a significant number of games for them. Their defense was overmatched three times against the 49ers, as well as in games against the Raiders and Falcons. 10:43 am ET, at is one of the top young cornerbacks in football, but outside of him are a lot of unproven commodities. Rule Change: NFL Rosters will remain at 90 throughout the entire preseason and then have one day to trim the roster from 90 to 53. Taken in back-to-back rounds, Musgrave and Kraft could make Loves life a lot easier if they can create separation in intermediate windows. The former Patriots standout is going to be relied upon heavily to regain the form that earned him an $82.5 million contract. Musgrave can stretch the seams, while Kraft profiles as a traditional in-line tight end. Walkerand Sam Darnold gave them very little consistency and forced them to make the bold move of trading up in the draft for Bryce Young. Chark Jr., Adam Thielen, Terrace Marshall Jr. and second-rounder Jonathan Mingo. With two of the fastest receivers in the game on top of a running back who ran a 4.32-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, the Dolphins could turn their games into track meets. If he doesnt, they could be picking very early in the draft next year. After trading away Brandin Cooks, there are a lot of question marks at wide receiver. This is a player that will surely receive interest. 3:08 pm ET, at There will be no shortage of targets for Russell Wilson to throw to. Cooks adds a ton of experience to the group and is a vertical threat. Having had a full season to recover from a torn ACL suffered in Super Bowl 56, Beckham looks to become the first true No. Midseason arrivals are tough, but Claypool managed just 140 yards in seven games for Chicago. . Theyll need some breaks, but if Young plays like a top-20 passer, Carolina could be a surprise division winner. For years, the Saints were loaded with talent up front on both sides of the ball. After Amon-Ra St. Brown, the most receiving yards among returning Lions is Kalif Raymonds 616. And considering the only other quarterbacks on the Colts' roster are. 2:53 pm ET, at Longtime right tackle, departed for Denver in free agency, leaving the lightly experienced McKivitz an opportunity to take the job. Theyre hoping big-money free agent. Even so, the NFC South may see an under-.500 division winner again. If there is a gripe with their highly graded secondary, its that they reeled in just 10 interceptions last year (Jonathan Allen also had one). Biggest strength in 2023: Vertical Passing. earned just a 29.5 passing grade under pressure in 2022, so protecting him is a must if the team hopes to build on a breakout year. With the uncertainty surrounding Watsons potential return to form and a lack of depth at key positions, the Browns will find it difficult to come out on top of what is expected to be a tough AFC North. A double-digit sack performance could make them an elite unit and could line up Young for a big payday. There may not be a better receiver room in the NFL for 2023 than that of the, catching passes from PFFs highest-graded passer in. The Falcons' defense was poor last season, but they at least poured resources into it this offseason. Almost every member of the Colts' offensive line had a down year in 2022, but given the talent of Quenton Nelson and Ryan Kelly, expect a bounceback in 2023 to aid Anthony Richardsons development. The Bucs have a few more weapons to work with, but if they get nothing out of Mayfield and/or. The physical tools were always there, but Allen has managed to add the accuracy that was missing during his first few years in the league. The former Patriots standout is going to be relied upon heavily to regain the form that earned him an $82.5 million contract. However, with new head coach Sean Payton coming out of retirement, Wilson will get a fresh start and look to bounce back. Will he be able to use his trademark scrambling ability? New head coach Jonathan Gannon has a lot of work to do. Reuniting with Bobby Wagner should be a massive boon to a front seven that was too often gashed last year. A last-place finish in the NFC East wouldnt be that shocking. The Bears could win anywhere from four to 11 games. A glance at the Rams' roster shows a team dealing with the consequences of their win-now approach over the past half-decade. They need to be efficient in the play-action game and limit turnovers to allow the run game to shine. Tampa Bay struggled in several areas, but they were historically bad at running the football. However, Ossenfort and Co. should've picked up Isaiah Simmons' fifth-year option, which would've cost$12.7 millionin 2024. No matter who Mahomes has as pass-catching options, he always seems to make it work. Witherspoon brings rare aggression on the outside and fits seamlessly into a defense that generally operates with one high safety. Where do the Rams and Bengals rank? Defensively. Johnson is a terrific fit for their offense. Ekwonu had a solid rookie season, posting a 65.3 overall grade while leading the team in snaps played. While new head coach Shane Steichen has a track record of developing raw quarterback prospects, expect some growing pains in year one. return for the highest-graded coverage unit in the NFL, one that also led the league in interceptions. 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Gabriel Davis will have the occasional big game, but he isnt much of a volume guy, as his single-game high for receptions in 2022 was six, which he accomplished twice. For the past decade or so, the Browns have boasted one of the top offensive lines in football, and 2023 should be no different. was the best guard in the NFL in 2022, and retaining, is still a very good pass protector on the left side, and. Both will be leaned on heavily in 2023 given the transition from, showed flashes as a rookie en route to a team-leading 77.8 receiving grade and three 100-yard games. There isnt a more do-it-all quarterback in the league right now than. Having Donald as the foundation is a good start. With Bill OBrien at the helm, expect a much more efficient product in what is expected to be a very competitive AFC East. He tore his ACL in Week 10 of 2021, though, returning to play the final three games of this past season. Offensively, Deebo Samuel, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittleand Brandon Aiyuk thrived no matter who was under center. , he may be in line for a big role in this offense. The Panthers also have a soft schedule and won seven games last year with Baker Mayfield, P.J. 1 receiving threat for Lamar Jackson. , they could be looking at a very high draft slot next year. There are several soft spots in their schedule as long as Prescott doesnt crash. also had one). They finished with the third-worst passing grade in the NFL last year and come into 2023 on similarly shaky ground. NFL makes big change to roster cuts process John Sigler follow March 30, 2023 11:03 am CT The NFL descended on Phoenix this week for spring ownership meetings, where a number of proposals. AFC West: Can Chargers challenge Chiefs stronghold? His peripherals werent great, and at times his scrambling seemed to be his best weapon. It's hard to find weaknesses on this team, but the 49ers' interior defensive line struggled all year, and it came to a head when the Eagles ran all over them in the NFC title game. It's the most exclusive club in football. Over/Under 5.5 win total: Under A decent offensive line that ranked 10th in pass-blocking grade helps his cause. If those two can reach their potential in 2023, this secondary has the potential to be a no-fly zone. injuries, were the primary reason for their downfall. This team will be built on power-running and play-action shots down the field. 5:54 pm ET, at A glance at the Rams' roster shows a team dealing with the consequences of their win-now approach over the past half-decade. The sky's the limit for this offense. Healthy versions of Stafford, Kupp and Donald give them a chance to win games. X-Factor for 2023: EDGE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka. The Bears may be the toughest team to read in the NFL. The Bears gave up the second-most rushing yards in the league last season. The 2022 NFL season will kick off a week from Thursday as the Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams host the Buffalo Bills (8:20 p.m. AFC East. What will the regular season have in store for the OROY candidate? 3 pick in the draft to select the Alabama pass rusher, and for good reason. 11:07 am ET, at Not only is Jackson among the best running quarterbacks in football, but the team is also deep at the running back position with the likes of, The only returning Ravens defensive linemen to record a 70.0-plus pass-rush grade last season are, , neither of whom reached 100 total snaps due to injury. 4:39 pm ET, Why Brady wouldn't choose football for son, NFL players in contract year ready for breakout season. The 49ers ranked 10th in the league in run blocking last season. Acquired in a midseason trade with the Giants, Toney showed flashes of the kind of playmaker he can be in the Chiefs' offense. The Eagles will still have an elite pass rush and excellent outside cornerback play. While the focus has been their revamped offense, the Jets defense is already an elite group led by a deep and ferocious pass rush. The Super Bowl was a microcosm of this, as the Chiefs picked on Phillys linebackers, as well as, , the best player among the group, departed along with. Arizona may have the most uncertain quarterback situation in the league right now. The Texans made some moves, acquiring depth pieces Robert Woods and Noah Brown and drafting Tank Dell and Xavier Hutchinson, but they currently lack any top-end talent to help rookie quarterback C.J. Tippmann has a good chance to start as a rookie, providing the Jets great flexibility with guys like Connor McGovern, Wes Schweitzerand Vera-Tucker when filling out the rest of their line. As things stand, three of the five projected starters in the Chargers' secondary failed to record grades of at least 60.0 in 2022. Penning has talent and could change the look of this offensive line if he holds up well in pass protection. made big impacts as rookies, though there is plenty of room for development and a reasonable expectation of improved performance in 2023. They finished 9-7-1 despite being the fourth-lowest-graded team in the NFL overall. If he cant, expect another long season in Denver. It's hard to see any team winning 10. Frank Reich was the right hire. The Jaguars' offensive line is already a weak unit, as only Brandon Scherff has a history of success in the NFL, and they are losing starting left tackle Cam Robinson for an unknown number of games as of this writing due to suspension. Download a printable PDF of the 2022 NFL Rulebook. Its going to be difficult to repeat in the competitive AFC East, but Buffalo has come out on top in this division three years in a row. in free agency. A healthy Waller would be huge for an offense searching for big plays through the air. In 2022, the Cardinals fielded the 31st-ranked scoring defense. Tua Tagovailoa took a massive leap forward in year three, seeing his passing grade go up from an uninspiring 67.3 to an impressive 81.4 between 2021 and 2022. Biggest weakness in 2023: Offensive and Defensive Lines. It's hard to give the Falcons a winning record with Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke as their quarterbacks. Atlanta fielded decisively the best run-blocking unit in the NFL last season while also carrying the eighth-best pass-blocking grade as a team. Dallas interior defensive linemen ranked 27th in run-defense grade in 2022. Its a shame the 49ers quarterback room was ravaged by injuries because they may have been the most well-rounded team in 2022. Several high draft picks on defense continue to disappoint. Coming into the NFL with huge expectations, Young mostly fulfilled them during his 2020 rookie season with a terrific 87.1 overall grade. Biggest weakness in 2023: Coverage between the numbers. Brian Burns was the star pass rusher, tallying 13 sacks. Its hard to think the Cardinals stand a chance if. And considering the only other quarterbacks on the Colts' roster are Gardner Minshew and Sam Ehlinger, Richardson will likely be starting sooner rather than later. A Packer Central examination of the 32 NFL rosters shows only one team - the Indianapolis Colts - have fewer players than the Packers in the 30-plus group. Aaron Donald was the last defensive tackle to win Rookie of the Year, when he did so in 2014. The Bucs have a few more weapons to work with, but if they get nothing out of Mayfield and/or Kyle Trask, they could be looking at a very high draft slot next year. The division will likely be won with eight or nine wins. arrives to complement Herbert. to free agency this past offseason. was added from Arizona in free agency, but there isnt a whole lot else to be excited about. This unit figures to carry a solid defense again in 2023. Unlock all tools and content including Player Grades, Fantasy, NFL Draft, Premium Stats, Greenline and DFS. Football '23 NFL Updates Research Draft Yahoo Fantasy Overview Player Notes Injury Reports NFL Roster Changes Quick Match Play a Quick Match Meet Your Match Join a fairly and automatically. Top free-agent signing JC Jackson struggled mightily in 2022 before an injury derailed his campaign, and free safety Nasir Adderley abruptly retired at the age of 25. Seattle could have the best pair of cornerbacks in football very soon. Pitts production dropped off a cliff last season. Which teams are ready to pounce, and which look like they'll fall by the wayside? look like foundational pieces moving forward, as well. The bylaw proposal will allow each team to dress an emergency third. Teams spend months trying to improve their rosters so they can come into the next season in the best shape possible to make a run at a Super Bowl.Some of . They'd like him back on the practice squad. 6:55 pm ET, at He is an athletic freak with the potential to be a CB1 if hes developed properly. The NFL offseason is a time of change. The Ravens are banking on developmental players like Ojabo and 2021 first-rounder, Having had a full season to recover from a torn ACL suffered in Super Bowl 56, Beckham looks to become the first true No. The Colts used a third-round pick on the rookie out of North Carolina, and he will have an opportunity to contribute right away given the lack of depth at receiver. Metcalfand Marquise Goodwin all finished with 95.0-plus receiving grades on deep balls, as well. Their 63.8 rushing grade was by far the worst in the NFL. Jump to a team: . They were denied a first-round tackle in the draft and are now left with a group consisting of the oft-injured, and, possibly, Vera-Tucker. 12:45 pm ET, at Can he return to his pre-2022 form throwing the football? The problem has been injuries, as he got knocked out of games on multiple occasions, and the Dolphins offense suffered mightily as a result. Here's a big and surprising cut: Bucs are waiving receiver Tyler Johnson today. No matter who Mahomes has as pass-catching options, he always seems to make it work. Most of Seattles poor efforts on defense came against run-heavy teams. 11:05 am ET, at Theres a lot to like about Washingtons roster. Brown can thump in the run game and notched 10 interceptions across his last two years at Penn State. With NFL free agency and the 2023 NFL Draft behind us, we have a clear idea of what most teams' rosters will look like heading into the 2023 NFL season. On the defensive side, Jaycee Horn is a solid player, but he was their only defender to play at least 100 coverage snaps and carry a 68.0-plus coverage grade. 10:50 am ET, at The Cardinals allowed the second-most points in the NFL last year. They now have a future Hall of Famer at quarterback, a legitimate star at receiver in. away from the 49ers was big toward improving this secondary and can help take the pressure off 2022 draftees. A rushing title is not out of the question in Robinsons first year. 1:48 pm ET, at Their 63.8 rushing grade was by far the worst in the NFL. Ryan Tannehills play has been trending downward and Malik Willis doesnt appear to be the long-term answer in Tennessee, so Levis may get the opportunity to take the reins before long. For years, the Saints were loaded with talent up front on both sides of the ball. The former Penn State cornerback's press-man abilities should make him an interesting option opposite Peterson. This year, one team overpaid for a fading star who's recently battled serious knee injuries. The Panthers also have a soft schedule and won seven games last year with. Despite some of Kansas City's holes on offense. Aaron Jones and A.J. All three safeties are currently unproven commodities, which could lead to some big plays for opposing offenses. This unit figures to carry a solid defense again in 2023. suffered through arguably his worst season as a pro in 2022. is the only returning player on the team who posted more than 400 receiving yards last season. Steelers cutting Henry Mondeaux, per a league source. should still finish above .500. The Eagles offensive and defensive lines will keep them competitive despite departures elsewhere. Osborn is a good player but profiles better as a third option. If those two can reach their potential in 2023, this secondary has the potential to be a no-fly zone. Whoever starts likely wont be expected to throw more than 25 times per game. proves serviceable, they could hover around this total. Midseason arrivals are tough, but Claypool managed just 140 yards in seven games for Chicago. He could not have landed in a better place. 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