2022 NFL Mock Draft: Predicting the First Round Picks

🔐The Minnesota Vikings trade up to the third overall pick to select quarterback JJ McCarthy from the University of Michigan.

🏈The Arizona Cardinals draft wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. with the fourth overall pick to strengthen their receiving corps.

🎇The Las Vegas Raiders make a bold move by trading up to select quarterback Jaden Daniels from LSU.

🔮The New England Patriots acquire the third overall pick to draft tackle Michael Pennix Jr., wide receiver Malik Neighbors, and quarterback T. Higgins.

💥The Baltimore Ravens select defensive tackle Johnny Newton, boosting their already formidable defensive line.

Who is projected to be the first overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft?

—The projected first overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft is quarterback Caleb Williams.

Which team makes the biggest surprise pick in the first round?

—The Las Vegas Raiders make the biggest surprise pick in the first round by selecting quarterback Jaden Daniels from LSU.

Which team benefits the most from the trade-ups in the draft?

—The New England Patriots benefit the most from the trade-ups in the draft, acquiring multiple top-tier players to strengthen their roster.

Are there any unexpected trades in the first round?

—Yes, there are several unexpected trades in the first round, including the Minnesota Vikings trading up to the third overall pick and the New England Patriots trading up to acquire multiple picks.

Which player is the steal of the draft?

—Defensive tackle Johnny Newton is considered the steal of the draft, as the Baltimore Ravens select him late in the first round to bolster their defensive line.

00:00Introduction to the projected first-round picks in the 2022 NFL Draft.

05:00The Minnesota Vikings trade up to the third overall pick to select quarterback JJ McCarthy from the University of Michigan.

10:15The Arizona Cardinals draft wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. with the fourth overall pick to strengthen their receiving corps.

15:45The Las Vegas Raiders make a bold move by trading up to select quarterback Jaden Daniels from LSU.

20:30The New England Patriots acquire the third overall pick to draft tackle Michael Pennix Jr., wide receiver Malik Neighbors, and quarterback T. Higgins.

25:10The Baltimore Ravens select defensive tackle Johnny Newton, boosting their already formidable defensive line.