The draft needs for all 32 NFL teams

The 2023 NFL Draft is only weeks away, and the draft needs for all 32 teams are clear. Here's a look at areas each team needs to improve via the draft.

With Kyler Murray likely to miss a chunk of 2023 and the possibility of a DeAndre Hopkins trade, Arizona could be planning well beyond next season. The team will likely need to rebuild most of its offensive line between free agents and retirements, and the retirement of J.J. Watt and loss of Zach Allen puts the defensive line in a similar state. The secondary is also lost some depth in free agency.

The needs are many for the rebuilding Falcons. It's unlikely the team has settled on Desmond Ridder as their long-term quarterback, and even if they do like him, Atlanta owes their quarterbacks better weapons and protection. More young pass-rushing talent would be welcome despite trading for Arnold Ebiketie last season, and the secondary needs some high-end help for A.J. Terrell and Richie Grant.

Assuming the Ravens find a way to keep Lamar Jackson, they still need to find him some receivers after trading Marquise Brown last offseason. Young Rashod Bateman and Devin Duvernay have shown flashes, but the pair isn't nearly enough. The defensive line lost multiple veterans. The cornerbacks are in a similar position, with Marcus Peters and Kyle Fuller gone.

Buffalo's front office will be tested now that they have to leave cap space for Josh Allen, and there are a lot of needs after the team fell short of their ultimate goal in 2022. The offensive line depth needs addressing, and the wideout position is similar after the team struggled to find help beyond Stefon Diggs and Gabe Davis. Safety depth is a need with the uncertainty of Damar Hamlin's health. The lack of pass rush was exposed after Von Miller's midseason injury.

Taking up to first overall in the draft, Carolina is set to determine their future at quarterback. The offensive line should continue the rebuild that started last year with more depth. The defense is in a mostly strong state with a blend of young talent and veterans, though linebacker depth is a concern entering the offseason.

Fortunately, the Bears have a bevy of draft capital and cap space because they have numerous problems to address. Getting Justin Fields more help in his third season is at the top of the list. Chicago already started by acquiring Chase Claypool and DJ Moore, but could still upgrade at both offensive tackle spots. The losses of Akiem Hicks, Khalil Mack, and Roquan Smith over the last year have left the front seven lacking push up front on defense.

Cincinnati fell just short in the AFC Championship, and their lack of offensive line depth was exposed after losing three starters. With Joe Mixon a possible cap casualty and Samaje Perine gone, the team could take a running back early. The defense has to do something about losing Tre Flowers, Eli Apple, Jessie Bates, and Von Bell, so Cincy is likely to go heavy at linebacker and the secondary in the draft.

The Browns' offense has become synonymous with the running game, but they'll need to reload at running back with Kareem Hunt and D'Ernest Johnson gone in free agency. The defensive line lost Jadeveon Clowney, Taven Bryan, and Chase Winovich. It's a similar story for the linebackers, where several depth pieces are gone.

While there aren't many dire areas of need in Dallas, the Cowboys will need to add a lot of depth. Tony Pollard's return from injury and the loss of Zeke Elliott create a need at running back, and the offensive line depth clearly needs addressing. The defense could lose valuable players at all three levels, with linebacker the most pressing area as Anthony Barr departed.

Denver made some buzz with new head coach Sean Payton has his say, though the team is handicapped by lack of draft picks and cap space. The team's protection of Russell Wilson was inconsistent last year, and they could use more depth after adding Ben Powers and Mike McGlinchey. The pass rush could use another boost after adding Zach Allen, while safety is an issue after losing Kareem Jackson.

Few teams were playing better than Detroit at the end of the regular season, and the offense looks in very good shape with David Montgomery and Marvin Jones added in free agency. The defense, on the other hand, is a work in progress after ranking dead last in yards allowed. The team has some young keepers like Aidan Hutchinson, James Houston, and Jeff Okudah, but the personnel on that side of the ball needs another jolt even after revamping the secondary in free agency.

The Packers seem to be moving ahead even with Aaron Rodgers still on the roster for now. In any event, there are some clear areas to address in the draft. Even with promising rookie efforts from Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs, the team needs more receiving help. The defensive line lost ends Dean Lowry and Jarran Reed, while the secondary also lost Adrian Amos and several depth pieces.

New head coach DeMeco Ryans has a big task on his hands, and finding the long-term signal caller will be the most important task. The interior of the offensive line could use some patchwork, while the needs are more dire in pass rush and the second level on defense despite the additions of Sheldon Rankins, Denzel Perryman, and Cory Littleton.

Will the Colts finally bite the bullet and draft their future signal caller? That seems likely after last year's debacle at quarterback, but the offensive line also needs some revamping at left tackle and right guard. The loss of Parris Campbell makes wideout a need once again. The defensive line has depth issues, and veteran safety Rodney McLeod is gone.

Jacksonville had a quieter with more limited cap space. The wideout depth is lacking after the top three with Marvin Jones' departure. The offensive line needs additional depth, at the very least, and the same can be said for the defensive line.

The loss of tackles Orlando Brown Jr. and Andrew Wylie puts tackle at the top of the list for the defending champs. Wide receiver is a potential need in KC for the second consecutive year with free agents JuJu Smith-Schuster and Mecole Hardman departed. Isiah Pacheco is the only running back signed beyond 2023. Veteran defensive ends Frank Clark and Carlos Dunlap are gone. 

Josh McDaniels once shocked the world by drafting Tim Tebow in the first round while in Denver, so nothing should surprise us heading into the 2023 draft. The team has far more needs than they did in his first offseason, with Derek Carr gone, a struggling offensive line, and a rough defense that ranked near the bottom of the league last season. The defense has already seen a great deal of turnover, though coordinator Patrick Graham might prefer to start from scratch anyway.

If the big staff changes are any indication, head coach Brandon Staley's back is against the wall heading into 2023. The Chargers don't have a huge list of needs entering the offseason, though cap-saving moves could grow the needs. Left guard is one clear area, and wideout depth was an issue last season. Drue Tranquill went to the rival Chiefs, and depth in the front seven is a need.

The years of passing the buck in LA finally came back to bite the Rams last season. Their draft capital remains limited, though it's more significant than last year. The struggles on the offensive line and at wideout were apparent last season after several key losses, making Matthew Stafford's life more difficult. The defensive line lost A'Shawn Robinson and Greg Gaines in free agency. The secondary is also set for a complete revamp, including the trade of Jalen Ramsey.

A promising season ended in disappointing fashion due to injuries, but Miami could be on the cusp of something special with some better luck. The linebacker depth took a hit in spite of David Long's addition, while some turnover in the secondary leaves safety and nickel corner high on the list of remaining needs.

Minnesota's offseason emphasis became clear when they made a change at defensive coordinator, bringing in Brian Flores. There might not be a bigger need in the NFL than Minnesota's cornerbacks, with multiple free agents and recent draft failures. The defensive line will also look to improve. The recent decline of Adam Thielen has been apparent, with the team need to add more wideout depth in Kevin O'Connell's offense.

Wide receiver was already a need before Jakobi Meyers entered free agency this offseason, and the offensive line needs long-term work at the tackle spots. The defense is less of a concern, though Devin McCourty's retirement does create a void.

Wideout is a need once again, with little depth behind Chris Olave and Michael Thomas. The defensive line lost Marcus Davenport, while the secondary also lost the bulk of its depth.

Running back depth is a need even with Saquon Barkley still around. The injury-plagued wideout room could use a blue chipper, with several if its existing talent showing durability issues. A youth movement at linebacker is overdue.

Assuming the Jets are able to work out a trade for Aaron Rodgers, the next priority will be adding to the offensive line. Center Connor McGovern is gone, and much of the depth hit the open market. The defensive line has similar concerns after losing Sheldon Rankins, and the linebackers saw some turnover.

With Jalen Hurts still on his rookie contract, Philly was all-in last season. They lost impact players like Miles Sanders, Javon Hargrave, and C.J. Gardner-Johnson among their key free agents. They also need to get younger on the offensive line for the inevitable retirements of Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson.

Pittsburgh would certainly like to add more weapons to help young Kenny Pickett, but the focus of their offseason will be more on the defensive side of the ball. The team faces major free agent losses with Robert Spillane, Devin Bush, Terrell Edmunds, and Cameron Sutton as they try to rebuild the defense back into an elite form. The team still has an elite core of players on that side of the ball, led by T.J. Watt, Cameron Heyward, Alex Highsmith, and Minkah Fitzpatrick, but the supporting cast has been lacking.

San Francisco's ability to draft and develop players during the Kyle Shanahan-John Lynch area has been elite, but they face another big draft. The offensive line could take a hit as Mike McGlinchey and Daniel Brunskill departed. The defensive line has just as many concerns, led by the losses of Samson Ebukam and Charles Omenihu, though Javon Hargrave certainly lessens the blow. The secondary has seen big changes with Jimmie Ward, Emmanuel Moseley, and Tashaun Gipson gone elsewhere.

Seattle faced most of their toughest decisions last offseason, so they enter 2023 in a great position. Geno Smith signed an extension, but that shouldn't stop the team from drafting a long-term quarterback. The team desperately needs to add wideout depth beyond DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. The defense has seen big turnover in the front seven, and could use some young depth to patch up the veteran Band-Aids. 

After Tom Brady's retirement and wholesale assistant coaching changes, Tampa Bay's direction in 2023 is unclear. It's clear they will need to address quarterback in the long term, and the defense is riddled with major free agent losses. After a disappointing year, the Bucs could opted to move on from the likes of Akiem Hicks, William Gholston, Sean Murphy-Bunting, Mike Edwards, and Logan Ryan.

New GM Ran Carthon has much to clean up from the former regime. The team made wholesale changes and need to address several areas, most notably wideout and the offensive line. The wideouts were disappointing last year, and the team can't hope Treylon Burks suddenly becomes A.J. Brown in his sophomore season. The defense lost big names like David Long, Zach Cunningham, and Bud Dupree.

Washington could be closer to being a contender than some think, but the poor quarterback play has held them back. The team liked what they saw from fifth-round rookie quarterback Sam Howell, but it's unclear if he has a starting future behind Jacoby Brissett. The offensive line has been a work in progress and could use more depth in spite of some additions. The linebackers remain a weak point, with the reliance on free agent add Cody Barton as a starter in the middle.