Updated first round projections for the 2023 NFL draft

The second mock draft from College Wire regional editor Patrick Conn.

The NFL regular season is coming to a close this coming weekend, which puts half of the league on the clock for the 2023 NFL draft. While there is still the question of free agency and locking up players long-term, teams can begin formulating their plans for the offseason.

All eyes will focus on Houston and the Texans as they are looking to lock up their future quarterback. Is he already in the league or will they use the No. 1 pick on a quarterback? Four of the last five drafts started with a quarterback, and last year’s selection of Travon Walker ended the consecutive streak of four straight quarterbacks selected.

With plenty left to discuss in terms of selections, I put together my second mock draft of the 2023 class. Who takes the top spot in the draft and which school reigns supreme with the most picks in the full first-round projections?