The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be an exciting event, with teams looking to address key needs and secure potential franchise-changing talents. As we approach the draft, set to take place in April 2025, here’s a preview of what to expect with our 2025 NFL Mock Draft:
Picks 1-10: Teams looking for their next star players
1. Tennessee Titans – Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Titans select quarterback Shedeur Sanders to address their requirement for a new franchise quarterback. Sanders had an impressive 2024 season, accumulating 4,134 yards, 37 TDs, and 10 INTs. He is regarded as mentally prepared and confident for the NFL level.
2. Cleveland Browns – Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
The Browns chose the versatile Travis Hunter to enhance both their cornerbacks and receivers. Hunter recorded 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 TDs in 2024. His elite athleticism and instincts are expected to translate well to either position.
3. New York Giants – Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The Giants select quarterback Cam Ward as a potential long-term starter. Ward completed 67% of his passes for 4,313 yards with 39 TDs during the 2024 season. He is viewed as having adequate arm strength and a good football IQ.
4. New England Patriots – Will Campbell, OT, LSU
New England selects tackle Will Campbell to improve protection for Drake Maye. Campbell has experience starting at left tackle and possesses significant size (6’6″, 325 lbs), although he needs to work on balance issues.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars – Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Jaguars select cornerback Will Johnson to enhance depth alongside Tyson Campbell. Johnson scored 2 INT TDs and made 3 PDs in 2024. He is considered one of the top cover corners in this draft class.
6. Las Vegas Raiders – Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Las Vegas selects running back Ashton Jeanty to add a dynamic rushing element to their offense. Jeanty averaged 7.0 YPC with 29 rushing TDs in 2024. Additionally, he caught 23 passes for 138 yards.
7. New York Jets – Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The Jets select wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan to replace Davante Adams. McMillan recorded 84 receptions for 1,319 yards and 8 TDs in 2024. His height (6’5″) poses matchup challenges.
8. Carolina Panthers – Abdul Carter, OLB, Penn State
Carolina selects edge rusher Abdul Carter to fill the void left by Brian Burns. Carter recorded 12 sacks and 68 tackles in 2024. He is known for his quickness and pass-rushing potential.
9. New Orleans Saints – James Pearce Jr., DE/OLB, Tennessee
The Saints select young edge rusher James Pearce to pair with Carl Granderson. Pearce recorded 7.5 sacks and 38 tackles in 2024. He needs to gain strength for regular duty.
10. Chicago Bears – Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Chicago selects interior lineman Kenneth Grant to strengthen their defensive line. Grant showed promise as a sophomore with 3.5 sacks and 29 tackles. He possesses rare speed and athleticism for his size.
Picks 11-32: From teams that need help to get over the hump, to teams who hope for post-season success
11. San Francisco 49ers – Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The 49ers select another defensive tackle, Mason Graham, to pair with Javon Hargrave. Graham has good size (6’3″, 318 lbs) and disruptiveness but needs to work on his technique.
12. Dallas Cowboys – Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
Dallas selects interior defender Tyleik Williams to add depth. Williams can push the pocket with power or speed while being stout against the run.
13. Miami Dolphins – Kelvin Banks, OT/G, Texas
Miami selects versatile lineman Kelvin Banks who could start at either tackle or guard. Banks performed well at left tackle for Texas and moves well for his size.
14. Indianapolis Colts – Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
The Colts select cornerback Benjamin Morrison to address secondary needs. Morrison shined as a freshman with 6 INTs and 33 tackles in 2022.
15. Atlanta Falcons – Mykel Williams, DE, Georgia
Atlanta selects edge rusher Mykel Williams to add youth to their defensive front. Williams recorded 5 sacks and 16 tackles in 2023 as a backup.
16. Arizona Cardinals – Omarr Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee
The Cardinals select more defensive line talent in Omarr Norman-Lott. He is quick off the snap and disruptive against both the run and pass.
17. Cincinnati Bengals – Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
The Bengals select wide receiver Luther Burden III to address their need for a receiver and enhance their offense. Burden is described as a shifty receiver who can also serve as a ball-carrier, adding versatility to the Bengals’ offense.
18. Seattle Seahawks – Nic Scourton, DE, Texas A&M
The Seahawks select defensive end Nic Scourton to improve their pass rush. Scourton had a breakout 2023 season with 10 sacks and has a large frame with significant upside as a potential defensive end or five-technique.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
The Buccaneers select linebacker Jihaad Campbell to address their need for coverage at middle linebacker. Campbell has impressive athleticism for a larger linebacker, which could help improve the Buccaneers’ coverage issues in the middle of the field.
20. Denver Broncos – Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
The Broncos select tight end Tyler Warren to provide another weapon for quarterback Bo Nix. Warren is described as a big tight end with impressive receiving ability, potentially becoming the next Jimmy Graham for Sean Payton.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers – Alfred Collins, DE/DT, Texas
The Steelers select defensive lineman Alfred Collins to bolster their defensive line. Collins is known as a tough run defender who can also apply pressure on quarterbacks, which could help replace Cameron Heyward in the future.
22. Los Angeles Chargers – Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
The Chargers select defensive tackle Kenneth Grant to improve their interior line. Grant has shown potential and is considered an underrated talent, which could help address the Chargers’ issues in the middle of their defensive line.
23. Green Bay Packers – Jordan Burch, DE/DT, Oregon
The Packers select defensive lineman Jordan Burch to enhance their pass rush. Burch has immense potential with his athletic build and large frame, though he needs to work on consistency.
24. Minnesota Vikings – Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
The Vikings select safety Nick Emmanwori to address their need at the position. Emmanwori possesses rare cover skills for a safety built like a linebacker, with excellent instincts.
25. Houston Texans – Tyler Booker, G, Alabama
The Texans select guard Tyler Booker to strengthen their interior offensive line, a clear area of need for the team. After allowing a concerning 63 sacks across the regular season and playoffs, including 8 in their matchup against the Chiefs, addressing this weakness is critical. Booker may not be an elite athlete, but his impressive length provides an advantage in protecting quarterback CJ Stroud. This pick is a promising first step toward improving their offensive line and securing better protection for their franchise quarterback.
26. Los Angeles Rams – Omar Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee
The Rams select defensive tackle Omar Norman-Lott to improve their run defense. Norman-Lott is a large defensive tackle who generates a strong pass rush despite his impressive size.
27. Baltimore Ravens – Jalon Walker, OLB, Georgia
The Ravens select outside linebacker Jalon Walker to enhance their pass rush. Walker possesses great speed and athleticism on the edge, which could help address the Ravens’ struggles in stopping the pass.
28. Detroit Lions – Bradyn Swinson, DE, LSU
The Lions select defensive end Bradyn Swinson and add another edge rusher improving their pass rush. Swinson has a good combination of speed and strength, potentially complementing Za’Darius Smith and Aidan Hutchinson.
29. Washington Commanders – Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
The Commanders select wide receiver Elic Ayomanor to provide more depth at the position. Ayomanor is a tough receiver with good size, which could help Jayden Daniels alongside Terry McLaurin.
30. Buffalo Bills – Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
The Bills select safety Malaki Starks to address their secondary needs. Starks was a high school quarterback who is now a star prospect, potentially becoming the next prominent safety in the NFL.
31. Philadelphia Eagles – Harold Perkins, OLB, LSU
The Eagles select outside linebacker Harold Perkins to bolster their defensive line. Perkins is an explosive player with tremendous instincts who recorded 7.5 sacks as a freshman.
32. Kansas City Chiefs – Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU
The Chiefs select offensive tackle Emery Jones Jr. to address their left tackle position. Jones has impressive athleticism for his size and comes from a basketball background, which could aid in his transition to the NFL.
Stay tuned for more updates as the NFL season comes to an end and we enter into free agency.
