2022 NFL Mock Draft

Last update: Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021. Changes in both rounds.
Next update: Occasionally. Follow me @walterfootball for updates.

The order of this 2022 NFL Mock Draft is based on the NFL Power Rankings.

NFL Draft Recent Links:
2025 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 10/2): Round 1 /Picks 17-32 /Round 2
Other 2025 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (10/4)
2026 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 7/24): Round 1 /Picks 17-32
Other 2026 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (7/17)
(More links to previous NFL mock drafts at the bottom of this page)


    *** 2022 NFL MOCK DRAFT updated Oct. 6. This mock draft will be updated occasionally. Follow @walterfootball for NFL Draft updates. ***
  1. Jacksonville Jaguars: Adam Anderson, DE/OLB, Georgia
    The Jaguars have a horrific defense that couldn’t stop Tyrod Taylor and Mark Ingram in the season opener. They need many things, including a better pass rush.

    Adam Anderson logged 6.5 sacks in 2020 as a part-time pass rusher. He has amazing ability and upside.

    Pick change; previously Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE/OLB


  2. Detroit Lions: Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss
    The Lions have traded Matthew Stafford. They’ll give Jared Goff a shot, but if he fails like he’s expected to, the Lions could be drafting in the top four. If so, they’ll be targeting one of the top quarterbacks in the 2022 class.

    Matt Corral developed well under Lane Kiffin, completing 71 percent of his passes in 2020.

  3. New York Jets: Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE/OLB, Oregon
    The Jets haven’t possessed a great edge rusher in quite some time. That appeared to change in the wake of the Carl Lawson signing, but he suffered a season-ending injury. Even with his return next year, the Jets could use another player who can put great pressure on the quarterback on the opposite side.

    Kayvon Thibodeaux has enjoyed two great years, terrorizing Pac-12 backfields with his great pass-rushing ability.

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    Pick change; previously Adam Anderson, DE/OLB



  4. Philadelphia Eagles: Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame
    Rodney McLeod can’t seem to stay healthy. The Eagles need a long-term replacement at safety anyway, as Anthony Harris won’t be around for too long.

    The very physically gifted Kyle Hamilton showed lots of promise in his freshman year.

  5. Atlanta Falcons: Spencer Rattler, QB, Oklahoma
    The Falcons may have drafted Trey Lance had he fallen to them at No. 4 in the 2021 NFL Draft. They could have selected Justin Fields, but passed on him. They can make amends for that with this pick.

    Spencer Rattler is limited in size and arm strength, but he’s very accurate and mobile. With the 2022 quarterback class being unimpressive, he’ll have a chance to be the top pick next April. However, he has struggled in the early part of the season.



  6. Houston Texans: Malik Willis, QB, Liberty
    Deshaun Watson expressed his frustration with the Texans. He seemed likely to be traded, and now he’s in legal trouble. Houston drafted Davis Mills, but that won’t preclude this pick from being used on a quarterback, especially after Mills’ terrible preseason.

    Malik Willis has a huge arm and great mobility, but struggles to process information and see the field very well.

  7. New England Patriots: Tariq Castro-Fields, CB, Penn State
    The Patriots have some aging cornerbacks on their roster, so they’ll need to get younger at the position soon.

    Tariq Castro-Fields has drawn comparisons to Marlon Humphrey. He has great ball skills and happens t be very fast.



  8. Indianapolis Colts: Derek Stingley, CB, LSU
    The Colts have endured major problems when trying to stop the pass this year. A big reason for that has been Xavier Rhodes’ injury, but Rhodes is nearing the end of his career. A new stud cornerback is needed.

    Derek Stingley had a freshman campaign for the ages, completely erasing one side of the field despite having no experience entering the year. He has great size (6-1, 190) and projects as a top-five prospect whenever he declares.

  9. Philadelphia Eagles: Jermaine Johnson, DE, Florida State
    Brandon Graham suffered a season-ending injury, so the Eagles may want to find a replacement for him.

    Jermaine Johnson, who left Georgia for Florida State, has good speed off the edge.

    Pick change; previously Travon Walker, DE



  10. New York Giants: Aidan Hutchinson, DE, Michigan
    The Giants have some good talent in their secondary, but their edge rush is sorely lacking. The Giants need to find someone who can pressure the quarterback.

    Aidan Hutchinson has excellent potential, but we didn’t get to see it very much last year because he suffered an ankle injury.

    Pick change; previously Jermaine Johnson, DE

  11. Minnesota Vikings: Travon Walker, DE, Georgia
    The Vikings need edge-rushing help after losing Yannick Ngakoue to a trade during the 2020 season.

    Travon Walker got off to a hot start during the 2021 season. Walker has great size (6-5, 275) and athleticism.

    Pick change; previously Aidan Hutchinson, DE

  12. Pittsburgh Steelers: Rasheed Walker, OT, Penn State
    It doesn’t matter who the running back is if the team can’t block for him. The Steelers desperately need help for their awful offensive line.

    Rasheed Walker could be a first-round pick if he lives up to his potential. He has quick feet for a player his size (6-6, 324).

    Pick change; previously Brandon Smith, DE/OLB

  13. Miami Dolphins: George Karlaftis, DE, Purdue
    The Dolphins could use another talented edge rusher to help them defeat Josh Allen.

    George Karlaftis was a monstrous pass rusher in his freshman campaign, generating 17.5 tackles for loss.

    Pick change; previously Ali Gaye, DE

  14. New York Jets: Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington
    The Jets have endured cornerback issues for years. They’ll need to improve the position to deal with Josh Allen’s many talented receivers.

    Trent McDuffie isn’t six feet (5-11), but he has great cover skills.

    Pick change; previously Jalen Wydermyer, TE

  15. New Orleans Saints: Perrion Winfrey, DT, Oklahoma
    The Saints could stand to add talent to the interior of their defensive line, which they could do early in the 2022 NFL Draft.

    Perrion Winfrey dominated the trenches in 2020, especially late in the season.

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    Pick change; previously Jordan Davis, DT



  16. New York Giants: Evan Neal, OT/G, Alabama
    Andrew Thomas struggled to begin his career. He has improved, but is still just mediocre. However, right tackle is a big problem because Nate Solder is a shell of his former self.

    Evan Neal is a 360-pound lineman who can move very well, which almost seems impossible.

    Pick change; previously Trevor Penning, OT


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Other 2014 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (5/8) /Goals (5/3) /Not Mock (4/27) /Emmitt Mock (4/20) /Trades Mock (4/13) /Celebrity Mock (4/11) /Backward Mock (4/4) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Reader Mock /Free Agent Mock (3/6) /Overreaction Mock (12/30)
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2015 NFL Mock Re-Draft (UPDATED 5/2): Walt Round 4 /Walt Round 5 /Charlie Round 4 /Charlie Round 5 /Walt Round 2 /Walt Round 3 /Charlie Round 2 /Charlie Round 3
Other 2015 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/30) /Goals (4/25) /Not Mock (4/19) /Emmitt Mock (4/17) /Trades Mock (4/12) /Celebrity Mock (4/10) /Backward Mock (4/3) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Free Agent Mock (3/5) /Overreaction Mock (12/29)
2016 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/28): Round 1 /Picks 17-32 /Round 2 /Round 3 /Round 4 /Round 5 /Round 6 /Round 7
2016 NFL Mock Re-Draft (UPDATED 4/30): Walt Round 4 /Walt Round 5 /Charlie Round 4 /Charlie Round 5 /Walt Round 2 /Walt Round 3 /Charlie Round 2 /Charlie Round 3
Other 2016 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/28) /Combo (5/8) /Goals (4/23) /Not Mock (4/22) /Emmitt Mock (4/17) /Trades Mock (4/16) /Celebrity Mock (4/10) /Backward Mock (4/7) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Reader Mock /Free Agent Mock (3/6) /Overreaction Mock (1/4)
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Other 2018 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/26) /Combo (5/6) /Goals (4/21) /Not Mock (4/20) /Emmitt Mock (4/15) /Trades Mock (4/13) /Backward Mock (4/8) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Reader Mock /Free Agent Mock (3/11) /Senior Bowl (1/27)
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Other 2019 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/25) /Combo (5/5) /Goals (4/20) /Not Mock (4/18) /Witten Mock (4/14) /Trades Mock (4/12) /Emmitt Mock (4/7) /Backward Mock (4/5) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Free Agent Mock (3/10) /Senior Bowl Mock (1/26) /Video Mock (1/8) /Overreaction Mock (12/31)
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Other 2021 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (5/17) /Goals (4/23) /Backward Mock (4/18) /Emmitt Mock (4/11) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Senior Bowl Mock (1/30) /Overreaction Mock (1/4)
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2023 NFL Mock Re-Draft (UPDATED 4/29): Walt Round 4 /Walt Round 5 /Charlie Round 4 /Charlie Round 5 /Walt Round 2 /Walt Round 3 /Charlie Round 2 /Charlie Round 3
Other 2023 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/27) /Backward Mock (4/19) /April Fools Mock (4/1) /Senior Bowl Mock (2/4) /Overreaction Mock (1/9)
2024 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/25): Round 1 /Picks 17-32 /Round 2 /Round 3 /Round 4 /Round 5 /Round 6
Other 2024 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (4/25) /April Fools Mock (3/31)
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Other 2025 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (10/4)
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