2023 NFL Draft: Round 1 Grades and Analysis
No Running Backs Selected in Historic First Round
A Look at the Quarterback and Defensive Linemen Standouts
The 2023 NFL Draft kicked off with a historic first round, with no running backs being selected. This marks the first time since 1963 that no running backs were taken in the opening round.
Instead, the spotlight was on quarterbacks and defensive linemen. Bryce Young of Alabama and C.J. Stroud of Ohio State were among the top selections at quarterback, while Jalen Carter of Georgia and Lukas Van Ness of Iowa were the standout defensive linemen picked in the first round.
In this article, we provide a comprehensive look at the grades for all 32 picks in Round 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft. We analyze each pick, highlight the strengths and weaknesses of the players selected, and offer our assessment of how each team fared.
We also discuss the implications of no running backs being selected in the first round and what this means for the future of the NFL.
Whether you're a fan of a specific team or just a general NFL enthusiast, this article has something for you. Join us as we delve into the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft and assess the grades for each pick.
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