ESPN’s Jordan Reid released his first mock draft of the 2023 NFL season ($ubscription) and he delivers the Detroit Lions help on both sides of the ball—although one of his projections is a bit unconventional.
Let’s jump right in.
Round 1, Pick 6 (via Rams): Bryan Bresee, DT, Clemson
We restarted our mock draft round-up series a month ago, and as the Rams pick has dropped into the No. 6-7 range, Bresee has become a popular choice among those not projecting a quarterback to the Lions.
Let’s hear from Reid on why he made this projection:
“The Lions have quickly turned into one of the most exciting teams in the league, but their defense still requires a lot of work.