The NFL draft is typically a suspense-filled event, but the 2023 iteration stands as one of the more unpredictable sessions in league history.
The first pick should come as no surprise as Alabama quarterback Bryce Young was selected by the Carolina Panthers. The next two picks by the Houston Texans were within reason as the team chose Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud and Alabama edge Will Anderson.
From there came the surprises, and there were a handful of them. One of the bigger storylines wasn’t who saw his name drafted but one player who left the day undrafted.
Kentucky quarterback Will Levis was expected to be an early pick on Thursday night, perhaps as high as the Indianapolis Colts at No. 4. Unfortunately for the passer with a strong arm and dynamic traits, his on-field production wasn’t enough to command an early draft pick.
Here are thoughts on the draft’s first 10 picks.