Daring NFL Mock Draft has Surprising Quarterback Going No. 1

Sports Sports By Rupa Trivedi By Rupa Trivedi

Prior to the 2023 NFL Draft, Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud are the most frequently predicted No. 1 overall picks.

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Having said that, CBS Sports analyst Chris Trapasso's most recent mock draught has been put together in a more unusual manner.

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The Indianapolis Colts are predicted by Trapasso to trade up and choose Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson with the first overall pick.

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"I think Richardson is going to emphatically remove the lid from Lucas Oil Stadium at the NFL combine.

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That will lead to the Colts taking a chance on him, given the hiring of former Eagles Shane Steichen as head coach. Richardson has similarities to Jalen Hurts and All-Pro upside,"

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Richardson will need to have a standout Draft Combine in Indianapolis commencing on February 28 if this mock draught is to come true.

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