We’ve come to the end of the 2022 college football season. We have Bowl games coming up next, along with players declaring. Looking today at the 2023 rookie draft class, we have no idea of their NFL landing spots but can only assume based on teams’ records at the time of this writing. Depending on how the rest of the NFL season plays out we’ll see who has what pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
For us dynasty players, we are already getting a better feel of what our picks are for our 2023 rookie drafts. You will see many dynasty rookie mock drafts, including my October Rookie Mock Draft. All around and I am pretty sure many of them are different, yet pretty close to the same with players selected in the first round just at a different spot or two.
Round 1 is in the books and can be reviewed here. Let’s get right into it with Round 2 of this 2023 1QB Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft.
2.01 Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College
What a Senior year it was for Zay Flowers finishing with 78 receptions, 1,077 yards, and 12 touchdowns. He was a first-round pick in my last mock, and here he kicks off round two. His speed, the way he moves and his jukes are just fun to watch. Furthermore, he can go from a dead stop to full speed in no time. Finally, he’s a bit of a junior version of Tyreek Hill, as far as his speed skills go.
2.02 Kendre Miller, RB, TCU
He may be no LaDainian Tomlinson, but Kendre Miller is a running back to keep your eye on. Coming in at 6’ and 220 pounds he has the build you want for a three-down back in the NFL. His vision and cuts are what make him good. In addition, he may not have top-end speed but he is very quick and twitchy and can break your ankles. Also, he scored in every single game this year, with 1,342 yards as well. Miller has pushed himself into the conversation to be a 2nd Round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
2.03 Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame
Being widely regarded as the best tight end in the class, Michael Mayer falls here to the second round. Even in TE-Premium leagues, I don’t see him being worth a first-round pick in your dynasty rookie drafts.
Finishing the season with 67 catches, 809 yards, and nine touchdowns, Mayer was a great blocker for Notre Dame. He could be the next George Kittle, but I see him more like Pat Freiermuth in the NFL.
2.04 Devon Achane, RB, Texas A&M
If you watch Devon Achane, you wouldn’t believe that he’s 5’9 and 185 pounds the way he plays. However, that’s my knock against him as he is an undersized back who could be used more as a change of pace back.
Being a running back in the SEC, he was able to amass almost 1,300 yards and 11 total touchdowns. Combine that with 11 kick returns for 312 yards and a touchdown. Furthermore, he is very patient when running the ball and busting through the line just making him look bigger than he is. Getting him here in the mid-second round feels like some solid value.
2.05 Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee
Jalin Hyatt was the 2022 Biletnikoff Award Winner, which goes to the best wide receiver in the Nation. He finished the year with 67 receptions, 1,267 yards, and 15 touchdowns. He is very good at creating space from the defense catching many deep balls similar to that of Will Fuller in his prime. This kid has it all, and don’t be surprised if he starts creeping up here in mocks as we get closer to your dynasty rookie drafts.
2.06 Chase Brown, RB, Illinois
With back-to-back 1,000 yards rushing, Chase Brown made a name for himself and finished second in rushing in the FBS this year with 1,643 yards. That comes from almost doubling his rushing attempts from his Junior year where he had 170. Brown showed no wear and tear toting the ball 328 times this year.
The combination of power and speed he has is nothing to mess around with. Once Brown gets past the defensive line, it’s more than likely the first down unless you can catch him. Many will say he has the receiving ability of Austin Ekeler, but I see more of an Aaron Jones type of player.
2.07 Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee
Two Tennessee Volunteers were only separated by a running back here. Cedric Tillman was part of a wide receiver duo that was like what Ohio State had last year with Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave. Tillman is not faster than Hyatt but has great hands. He had injuries this season limiting him to only six games but still showed impressive abilities. Finally, he still had a case of drop issues, but hopefully, he can work on that with a jug machine.
2.08 Rashee Rice, WR, SMU
This pick is a sleeper pick. Between now and the 2023 NFL Draft, Rashee Rice will be a name you hear quite a bit. NFL teams are going to love him as he comes in at 6’2 and 203 pounds. Rice should make a good WR2 for a team who drafts him.
Additionally, he can get off the line quickly, run routes all over, and has incredible hands. His one weakness I noticed was the case of the drops. Some catches he should have made with ease just hit his hands and then went to the ground. Overall, it’s something that can be worked on, but at the back end of the second round, you can’t go wrong with Rice.
2.09 Kenny McIntosh, RB, Georgia
Many will knock Kenny McIntosh because of the Senior year label and being a part of a three-way committee backfield. Don’t overlook him, as that is how Georgia tends to use their running backs. The 6’1 back profiles better than you would believe as a receiver. With 37 receptions on the season, he is a do-it-all type of player who will outrun you in the receiving game. He will hit you hard as he busts through the line for a touchdown. If you’ve liked Rachaad White this season, then you’re going to love McIntosh.
2.10 Israel Abanikanda, RB, Pitt
You may not know his name now but back in Week 6 of the college football season Israel Abanikanda broke Tony Dorsett’s and rushed for a school-record 320 yards. Additionally, he added six touchdowns in that game against Virginia Tech and the rest was history.
Abanikanda’s explosiveness and speed are a good reason for his 20 rushing touchdowns (21 total) season because once he is past the linebackers, it’s like Sonic running with that blue jersey on. Leading the FBS in total touchdowns, rushing touchdowns, and scoring (11.6/game). He ranked ninth (1,431) in total rushing and ranks second (164.1/game) in all-purpose yards.
2.11 Xavier Hutchinson, WR, Iowa State
A big physical receiver who won’t go down easily, Xavier Hutchinson’s physical traits are what make him so intriguing. From taking screen passes to getting 50/50 balls, some of Hutchinson’s catches were just highlighted reels. At 6’3 and 208 pounds, he looks more like a Robert Woods type of player. He won’t burn you with his speed but is someone to look for when you need a first down.
2.12 DeWayne McBride, RB, UAB
When you see DeWayne McBride you can go ahead and knock him for playing against lesser competition, but don’t. This kid has the vision, strength, and speed you want from an NFL running back. His speed even while cutting is crazy and it looks to come naturally to him. Finally, he looks like he just stops and moves with some of the best balance I’ve seen from running backs out of this class.
Recap Round 1 here.
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