2023 NFL Mock Draft: Bears trade Justin Fields, Bills land playmaking receiver
By Randy Gurzi
24. Jacksonville Jaguars: Tyrique Stevenson, CB, Miami
The Jacksonville Jaguars suddenly have a bright future and all they needed to do was fire Urban Meyer to see it.
Doug Pederson did a phenomenal job in his first season in Jacksonville and their future is bright. Offensively, they have Calvin Ridley coming in which should help them improve on that side of the ball. Here, they add Tyrique Stevenson from Miami, giving them a potential No. 1 cornerback.
25. New York Giants: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State
After missing most of the 2022 campaign, Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s star lost some of its shine. That’s good news for the New York Giants, who add one of the best route runners in this class at No. 25.
The question will be who is throwing him the ball. Daniel Jones had a solid season in 2023 but apparently drank some of Aaron Rodgers’ tea because he’s asking for stupid money right now.
26. Dallas Cowboys: Josh Downs, WR, North Carolina
Trading Amari Cooper clearly didn’t work out, so the Dallas Cowboys add Josh Downs from North Carolina. Downs is gaining traction leading up to the draft and would give them a complete No. 2 wideout, allowing Gallup to go back to the role of WR3, which he was much better in.
27. Buffalo Bills: Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee
Three receivers in a row as the Buffalo Bills add Jalin Hyatt from Tennessee. There are rumors Stefon Diggs is unhappy but even if that goes away, they were looking for depth already. Hyatt might not be a refined route runner but he’s an absolute burner that can stretch the defense.