10 under-the-radar prospects we love in the 2023 NFL Draft

The first round of the NFL draft gets the majority of the attention, but hitting on mid-to-late-round picks has the potential to change the course of a franchise.

Here are 10 under-the-radar prospects who could outperform their 2023 draft positions and become high-impact pros:

Andrei Iosivas, WR, Princeton G Fiume / Getty Images Sport / Getty

In a wide receiver-heavy draft class that lacks players with both size and speed, Iosivas stands out. His 6-foot-3, 205-pound frame combined with a 4.43 40-yard dash separates him from other players at the position.

The rare athletic profile shows up on tape. Iosivas consistently gets behind cornerbacks and can use double moves to his benefit to help get separation on deep routes. His 39-inch vertical flashes on 50-50 balls, as he had a 68.8% contested catch rate in 2022, according to Pro Football Focus. The 23-year-old is also dangerous with the ball in his hands and excels in space, allowing him to turn short catches into big gains.

Iosavis was a track star in high school, running a 10.71 100-yard dash while winning five gold medals in 2018. He put up consistent production at Princeton, racking up 1,643 yards and 12 touchdowns on 107 catches over the last two seasons.

Cody Mauch, OT, North Dakota Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty

Players dominating competition that isn't quite up to their level makes for some of the most fun tape. That sums up Mauch's college career. A three-year starter at North Dakota State, Mauch dominated in 2022. He won the FCS Offensive Lineman of the Year award while starting 15 games at left tackle.

Mauch has impressive athleticism, having transitioned from tight end to offensive tackle in 2019. He gained over 80 pounds to fill out his body and become one of the most athletic offensive linemen in this class. His 7.33 three-cone time is unprecedented for a man who is 6-foot-5, 302 pounds.

The 24-year-old is a menace in space when he pulls on run plays, consistently mauling defenders. Mauch has the versatility to play tackle and guard, and he should be able to compete for a starting job in his rookie season.

Chandler Zavala, G, NC State Bryan Bennett / Getty Images Sport / Getty

Zavala started garnering attention after playing next to Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu at N.C. State, but he was still not invited to the 2023 NFL Draft combine. The 24-year-old has the prototypical body type and athleticism to be a long-term starting guard in the NFL. At 6-foot-3, 316 pounds, Zavala has tremendous upper-body strength to help in pass protection. He does a great job of anchoring his weight to stand up power rushers.

Zavala's draft stock has seemingly been on the rise after thriving at both the Shrine Bowl and his pro day. He had incredible production as a two-year starter at N.C. State, not allowing a single sack during that stretch and giving up only one quarterback hit. Zavala will thrive in a zone-blocking scheme and could be a day-one starter as a rookie.

Adetomiwa Adebawore, DT, Northwestern Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty

Adebawore is the most athletic defensive tackle in this class. A track star in high school, he is the only player in NFL combine history to run a sub-4.50 40-yard dash at over 280-pounds. This 22-year-old's freakish traits are about much more than straight-line speed, though. His impressive length - 33 7/8-inch arms and a 81 5/8-inch wing-span - will help him to establish position and get off block at the next level.

Adebawore also provides position versatility that NFL teams love. He primarily lined up over the B-gap in 2022 but also had 374 snaps where he played outside the offensive tackle. His combination of quick feet and power helped him rack up six sacks and 22 hurries last season. The Northwestern product is the best player on this list. He could even sneak into the first round in a weak defensive tackle class if a team falls for his insane athletic traits.

Nick Hampton, EDGE, Appalachian State Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty

Hampton can get after the quarterback. He is considered an undersized pass-rusher compared to NFL standards but has the length and speed to compensate for what he lacks in size.

At 6-foot-2, 236-pounds, Hampton has 33 -inch arms to help shed blockers. He has a quick get-off and uses his elite hand-fighting ability to avoid the offensive tackle getting inside his frame. Hampton ran a 4.58 40-yard dash, and that speed flashed on tape. He uses his athleticism in the run game to chase down running backs in backside pursuit.

The 23-year-old had 21 sacks and 44 hurries in his last two years at Appalachian State, with a 19% pass-rush win rate in 2022, according to PFF. He projects to be a situational pass-rusher early in his career but could take off as his game develops.

Garrett Williams, CB, Syracuse Bryan Bennett / Getty Images Sport / Getty

Williams is still recovering from a torn ACL suffered in October. He could have been considered one of this year's top cornerback prospects if he had stayed healthy for the entire season.

The 21-year-old started as a redshirt freshman at Syracuse and was on track to have three straight seasons of double-digit passes defended after leading the ACC in 2020 and 2021. Williams has excellent instincts in zone coverage and is great working downhill in the run game.

Williams is exceptional at tracking the ball in the air and plays bigger than his 5-foot-10, 192-pound frame. He's worth a swing in the second round if the medicals check out.

Marte Mapu, LB, Sacramento State Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty

Mapu has the size and length that will intrigue NFL teams. He's listed at 6-foot-3 and 221 pounds, which could have him viewed as a linebacker by some clubs. But he also has the ability to be a starting safety in the NFL.

The 23-year-old took advantage of his extra year of eligibility and flourished in 2022, winning the Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Year at Sacramento State.

Mapu put up impressive numbers as a two-year starter, racking up 20 passes defended and six interceptions during that stretch. He has excellent instincts in the run game and can cover tight ends, running backs, and slot receivers. His ability to play multiple positions should make him a hot commodity for NFL teams on day two or three in the draft.

YaYa Diaby, DE, Louisville Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty

Diaby has all the athletic traits to become a legit pass-rusher at the next level. His 4.52 40-yard dash and 1.51 10-yard split are elite times for an edge rusher listed at 6-foot-3 and 263 pounds.

He consistently chases down ball carriers in the running game and shows the explosiveness to convert speed to power when rushing the quarterback. He's a physical player who can play all across the defensive line, and his next team should utilize that versatility by having him kick inside on passing downs.

Diaby racked up solid numbers in his final year at Louisville, posting 14 tackles for loss and nine sacks.

Clayton Tune, QB, Houston Bob Levey / Getty Images Sport / Getty

Tune had impressive production in his two years as the starting quarterback at Houston. He threw for 4,074 passing yards and 40 touchdowns while completing 67.3% of his passes last season, leading the 13th-ranked scoring offense in FBS.

The 24-year-old has a beautiful deep ball and demonstrates the arm strength to make tight-window throws. He is excellent at navigating the pocket and can escape rushers when they get close to him.

Tune, who is listed at 6-foot-2 and 220 pounds, had the fastest three-cone time of any quarterback at the combine. His size and athleticism will intrigue teams to draft him as a backup, and he could find himself in a starting role at some point during his career.

A.T. Perry, WR, Wake Forest Eakin Howard / Getty Images Sport / Getty

Like Iosavias, Perry's size and speed stand out in this wide receiver class. He's listed at 6-foot-3, 193 pounds, and ran a 4.47 40-yard dash, which makes for an enticing athletic profile at the position.

Perry can be a true X receiver at the next level and has the versatility to move into the slot as a big target over the middle. His contested-catch ability makes him a productive downfield target on 50/50 balls, and Perry is phenomenal at finding the holes in zone coverage. The 23-year-old had solid production in his final two years at Wake Forest, hauling in 2,389 yards on 152 catches for 26 touchdowns.

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