Which WR has the best odds to be the first receiver drafted?
Just over a month away from the 2023 NFL draft, there is a clear leader in the quest to be the first wide receiver drafted.
The latest odds update from DraftKings sportsbook gives a definite favorite for the first WR to hear his name called in April’s draft. After a fantastic display at the Buckeyes’ pro day, Ohio State wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba has cemented himself as the top candidate to go the highest.
Smith-Njigba is listed at -200 to be the first wide receiver drafted. He’s got a considerable line over TCU’s Quentin Johnston, who is next at +475. Zay Flowers from Boston Colleges is third at a distant +600.
Jordan Addison from USC has fallen to fourth in the odds at +700. He was the top choice to be the first WR selected back in January.
The Buffalo Bills could be in the market for a receiver early at the upcoming draft, but more than one might be off the board before their top selection at No. 27 overall.
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