Josh Downs Projected as First-Round Pick in 2023 NFL Draft

Posted Dec 10, 2022
On Friday, UNC receiver Josh Downs announced he would opt out of the Holiday Bowl and enter the 2023 NFL Draft. One of the best wide receivers in the country over the last two seasons, Downs is expected to be a top pick in the draft. So what are NFL Draft experts saying about Downs? And where could the UNC receiver be drafted? Let's examine. (Inside Carolina)

Related: Football, Tar Heels in the NFL

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With UNC Safety Will Hardy
North Carolina defensive back Will Hardy joins Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Network and Adam Lucas of GoHeels.com in the Carolina Insider podcast...
Sat Sep 13, 2025

North Carolina vs. Richmond: times, where to watch, depth charts, statistical comparison, notes
UNC's defense is sixth nationally in red zone defense, surrendering only one touchdown on red zone trips. The Spiders are 25-130-9 against ACC competition. Their...
Sat Sep 13, 2025

UNC Football hosts Richmond with eye on improvement
UNC Football hasn't lost to an FCS opponent in 26 years, a streak they hope to continue when they play Richmond at Kenan Memorial Stadium...
Sat Sep 13, 2025

UNC Football Returns Home as Richmond Stays on Road for Third Straight Game
UNC Football hosts Richmond on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. The Tar Heels (1-1) are paying the Spiders (1-1), a program on the FCS level, $400,000...
Sat Sep 13, 2025