The Daily Blitz: Tyler Van Dyke

Throughout the year and leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft, we will update our Tampa Bay Buccaneers Mock Draft Roundup showing picks for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from several prominent sites and draft analysts.

The following are picks in recent mock drafts for the Bucs:

CBS Sports - Wilson (9/7)

30. Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU

Johnston is a long-strider who can eat up a cushion and consistently make plays downfield. He reminds us a little of Mike Evans in that regard, but like the Packers above, the biggest question is whether Tom Brady will call it a career after the season.

The Draft Network - Crabbs (9/5)

30. Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State

Speaking of big corners, find me someone who loves long cornerbacks more than Todd Bowles and Jason Licht. I dare you. And Joey Porter Jr. might just be the longest corner I've ever set eyes on.

Carlton Davis, Antoine Winfield Jr., and Zyon McCollum are currently the ONLY Tampa Bay secondary players under contract beyond 2022. Porter Jr. was electric in his debut for 2022 against Purdue, breaking up six passes and logging eight tackles in a thrilling win. Helping the cause on those PBUs? You guessed it: his length. I'm just saying...

Sporting News - Iyer (9/3)

29. Tyler Van Dyke, QB, Miami (FL)

Kyle Trask doesn't feel like the true successor to Tom Brady, at least not yet. Van Dyke has the arm, athleticism and accuracy assets to make a Kenny Pickett like rise into the higher first round to challenge Stroud and Young, but for now, he's worthy of joining them and Levis in the first round.

SI - Hanson (8/31)

30. Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State

Two of Tampa Bay's top three cornerbacks in terms of snaps played—Jamel Dean (823) and Sean Murphy Bunting (524)—will be impending free agents after this season. The son of the former Steelers outside linebacker, Porter is a big and long corner who plays a physical brand of football in both a good way and bad (penalties).

The Athletic - Baumgardner/Tice (8/31)

28. Colby Wooden, IDL, Auburn

The Bucs continued to revamp their defensive line with their first selection in each of the past two drafts: Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (2021) and Logan Hall (2022). Wooden is more like Hall in that he's a versatile defensive player who can move where needed, depending on the situation. If it's not an edge here, the Buccaneers could add to their defensive backs room or start looking at linebacker life beyond Lavonte David. But they're in an enviable position, as far as roster outlooks go. (Just pretend that Tom Brady will play forever.)

The Draft Network - Weissman (8/29)

30. Andrew Vorhees, OT, USC

The number of injuries Tampa Bay's offensive line suffered this preseason is insane. Their depth will surely be tested and perhaps their backups play well this season and prove to be long-term starters. In the event they don't, it's wise they add more beef upfront.

Andrew Vorhees is a mauler inside at guard and brings that physical temperament to the game that the Buccaneers love.

Pro Football Network - Fragozza (8/27)

30. Tyler Van Dyke, QB, Miami (FL)

Tom Brady is leaving soon, whether it's for the Dolphins, FOX, a golfing career, or to focus on his overpriced clothing brand. Either way, his departure will deflate the Buccaneers' odds of success. So they'd be wise to target his heir apparent in the 2023 NFL Draft. Tyler Van Dyke could be one such target, as the redshirt sophomore flashed as a first-year starter in 2021.

Across the Hurricanes' final six contests, Van Dyke notched 300+ passing yards and led his squad to a 5-1 record. He is only scratching the surface of his abilities, which should send shivers down the spines of ACC defenses.

ESPN - Reid (8/25)

25. Eli Ricks, CB, Alabama

It certainly has been an interesting offseason for Ricks. First, he made the surprise move from LSU to Alabama, then he was arrested on charges of speeding, driving without insurance and possession of marijuana. The marijuana charge was later dropped, and Ricks pleaded guilty to speeding. But on the field, Ricks is a turnover-creating machine. At 6-foot-2 and 190 pounds, he has similar qualities to Trevon Diggs as a playmaker, but you will also have to live with some inconsistent play. He has some Jekyll and Hyde to his game as a man-to-man corner. With Jamel Dean and Sean Murphy-Bunting both scheduled to become free agents, Ricks would be a welcome addition opposite Carlton Davis III in Tampa Bay.

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Throughout the year and leading up to the 2022 NFL Draft, we will update our Seattle Seahawks Mock Draft Roundup showing picks for the Seattle Seahawks from several prominent sites and draft analysts.

The following are picks in recent mock drafts for the Seahawks:

The Draft Network - Crabbs (9/5)

3. C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State

Seattle at No. 3 overall was a team that I strongly considered for Georgia IDL Jalen Carter. But then I asked myself if Seattle was in the same shoes as Houston with the need to be patient. And I don't think that's the case. I think the defense will be pretty good (although they are young) and the skill positions are at a point where they're ready to compete. Oh, right, and they just drafted bookend tackles. Yeah.

So why CJ Stroud? I know the team has played with a shorter quarterback before in Russell Wilson, but do they want to go that route AGAIN with Bryce Young? Maybe not. And for that reason, I gave them Stroud.

20. Gervon Dexter, IDL, Florida

Seattle getting a double dip of first-round choices in this NFL mock draft puts them in a position to address both sides of the ball and the team lands a tremendous fit for their physical front. Putting Gervon Dexter on the same line as Al Woods, Bryan Mone, Shelby Harris, Quinton Jefferson, and Poona Ford (extension pending) gives Seattle the kind of tone-setting front that can consistently win the line of scrimmage.

Sporting News - Iyer (9/3)

2. C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State

The Seahawks have messed around with no real answers at quarterback, rookie, veteran bridge or otherwise after trading Russell Wilson. They need to target a franchise pocket passer who can make all the throws and lead their rebuild and Stroud would be the easy choice early.

18. Jordan Addison, WR, USC

Should the Seahawks draft Stroud as their franchise QB, they should continue upgrading their receiving corps to support DK Metcalf given Tyler Lockett is facing a potential fade soon with 30 looming. At worst, Addison and Metcalf would roll together well on the outside with Lockett kicking it up in the slot again.

SI - Hanson (8/31)

4. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama

The Seahawks have declared Geno Smith the winner of his quarterback competition with Drew Lock, but let's face it, neither Smith nor Lock is the long-term answer to replace Russell Wilson in Seattle. While Young is a bit undersized, the Heisman Trophy winner has the demeanor and composure to never let the moment get too big for him. Young threw for 4,872 yards, 47 touchdowns and seven interceptions as he led the Crimson Tide to a national championship in his first season as a starter.

24. Noah Sewell, LB, Oregon

The younger brother of Lions tackle Penei Sewell, Noah is a physically imposing linebacker at 251 pounds. Despite his throwback size, he's not only powerful but he has good speed and better range than you'd expect for a linebacker his size.

The Athletic - Baumgardner/Tice (8/31)

5. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama

Geno Smith and Drew Lock will have opportunities to stop this from happening. But easy money right now says they won't be able to. Frankly, if Smith works out as a capable starter and is able to bridge the franchise through the development of its next QB, maybe that works all the better. Lock would have to do something we've never seen from him at this level to change the math in his favor.

Like Stroud at Ohio State, Young's entire college career has come with the benefit of a totally stacked roster — including the most consistent offensive line situation in the country. The size concerns here (Young is 5-foot-11, 197 pounds) are going to be real. But Young sees the field as well as any quarterback here, he makes plays, and he does it all consistently.

20. Siaki Ika, IDL, Baylor

Having already selected their quarterback of the future in this mock, the Seahawks continue to build their lines by putting a true space-eater in the middle of their defense. Right now, the Seahawks are playing 35-year-old Al Woods at nose tackle, so adding the ridiculously talented Ika would be an injection of youth to help keep the spine of the Seahawks' defense a strength. With the Seattle defense playing some flavor of a Vic Fangio-style defense, having a keystone player at the nose position would make the lives of other defenders — like burgeoning star Jordyn Brooks — easier.

The Draft Network - Weissman (8/29)

3. Bryce Young, QB, Alabama

Similar to the Falcons, the Seahawks are on the hunt for their new franchise quarterback and they find their man here in Bryce Young. The size concerns for Young are very real and because of that, he won't be for everyone. But if you like quarterbacks who are highly accurate, have outstanding instincts and feel for the game, and are flat-out winners, then Young is your guy.

20. Bryan Bresee, IDL, Clemson

Seattle's roster is ugly. I mean, there are no other words to describe it. I like a few of their young pieces in Charles Cross, the receivers, and Ken Walker III, but outside of that they need talent upgrades everywhere. In this spot it makes sense to draft one of the class' most talented players in Bryan Bresee.

Bresee is an interesting player as he is playing out of position at Clemson, primarily aligning at nose. If he's allowed to play more as a penetrating 3-tech, watch out. His blend of power, explosiveness, and length will allow him to be a mismatch against guards inside.

Pro Football Network - Fragozza (8/27)

5. Myles Murphy, EDGE, Clemson

Seeking the most powerful EDGE in the country? Look no further than Clemson's Myles Murphy. He cinder blocks for hands, popping on contact and controlling nearly every encounter. Murphy can chase RBs sideline to sideline, possesses a relentless motor, and doesn't lack an exceptional first step. Complete packages don't come much bigger than 6'5" and 275 pounds.

24. Will Levis, QB, Kentucky

Say what you will about Sean Clifford, but he forced Will Levis to transfer out of Penn State. That was the best decision of Levis' career, as he went on to dominate with Kentucky. In now-Rams offensive coordinator Liam Coen's offense, Levis completed 66% of his passes for 2,826 yards and 24 TDs. His 13 interceptions are concerning, but I expect some positive regression in his turnover luck this season.

Levis has a howitzer attached to his right shoulder, hitting bombs all over the field. Still, his pocket presence and food habits are ... disturbing, primarily the latter. He must display a more consistent base and a better feel for pressure in 2022 to be worthy of a first-round selection.

ESPN - Reid (8/25)

9. Nolan Smith, EDGE, Georgia

With Stroud, Young and Levis off the board, Seattle might wait a on a quarterback. The Seahawks also have the Broncos' first-rounder, and they don't seem to be in a rush with the rebuild. Besides, the Seahawks need help in a lot of places. Smith is a powerful edge rusher with good burst and is aggressive against the run. Some evaluators were surprised to see him return for his senior season, but he still needs to add more pass-rush moves to his repertoire to unlock the next stage of his development.

24. Tyler Van Dyke, QB, Miami (FL)

With Geno Smith and Drew Lock expected to seesaw atop the depth chart this season, the Seahawks need to find a long-term answer at QB, and after going a different direction with their first Day 1 pick, Van Dyke is still here at No. 24. Despite an extremely small sample size (10 games, nine starts), he showed potential in those matchups and has excellent arm strength. But there were also too many moments in which he showed his youth last season. With more experience, Van Dyke certainly could make his way up the draft board.

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