2022 NFL Mock Draft: Browns replace Baker Mayfield, Bucs find another wideout

Dec 18, 2021; Mobile, Alabama, USA; Liberty Flames quarterback Malik Willis (7) rolls out to pass against the Eastern Michigan Eagles in the third quarter during the 2021 LendingTree Bowl at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert McDuffie-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 18, 2021; Mobile, Alabama, USA; Liberty Flames quarterback Malik Willis (7) rolls out to pass against the Eastern Michigan Eagles in the third quarter during the 2021 LendingTree Bowl at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert McDuffie-USA TODAY Sports
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2022 NFL mock draft; Mississippi Rebels quarterback Matt Corral (2) looks on before the 2022 Sugar Bowl against the Baylor Bears at the Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

9. Washington Football Team: Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss

Our first quarterback comes off the board at pick No. 9 as the Washington Football Team snatches up Matt Corral from Ole Miss. Corral became a hot topic when he was injured during a bowl game and seen on crutches afterward. This highlighted why so many star players sit out the bowl games but thankfully, Corral seems to have escaped a serious injury and shouldn’t see his stock drop.

He lands with Washington, who needs a new signal-caller to go along with the new name they will be unveiling in early February. Corral is arguably the best in this class and should provide an upgrade over Taylor Heinicke who has been a serviceable player but isn’t the future of the position.

10. Atlanta Falcons: Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State

There are rumors surrounding Calvin Ridley that suggest he and the Atlanta Falcons could use a “fresh start.” Even if they did retain him, however, their receiving corps isn’t as powerful as it once was.

Here, they try and restore it to its former glory as they pick up Chris Olave from Ohio State. Olave, Garrett Wilson, and Jameson Williams all have enough talent to go first but Olave might be the most well-rounded, which is what Atlanta is looking for.