2025 NFL Mock Draft: Round 3

The Giants have to improve their ability to defend the middle of the field.

Lander Barton was a favorite of advance scouts, though he missed a chunk of the ’23 season because of a foot injury.

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The Chiefs may want to find a better upgrade behind Isiah Pacheco this offseason.

Treveyon Henderson has been an impressive runner and receiver out of the backfield.

Cleveland may be looking for a receiver to replace Amari Cooper.

Kyren Lacy is well built and has big-play ability.

The Raiders need a replacement for Davante Adams to pair with Jakobi Meyers.

Deion Burks is small, but has terrific play-making ability.

The Patriots could stand to find a better backup behind Rhamondre Stevenson.

Jayden Ott is a versatile running back built for the NFL.

The Jaguars need to add another receiver if Christian Kirk leaves.

Moose Muhammad is a gritty receiver with lots of potential. He’s the son of former Panthers star receiver Muhsin Muhammad.

The Bears could stand to double down at defensive tackle, given their glaring weakness there.

Ty Hamilton has quickness and athleticism to emerge as a starter in the pros.

The Panthers are one of the worst teams at defending the run, so they could spend a day-two pick to help.

Nazir Stackhouse is a sound run defender who needs to improve his pass-rushing ability.

The Raiders have some major problems in their secondary that must be addressed.

Mansoor Delane is very instinctive with nice size.

The Saints struggle to get to the quarterback, so they could spend a first- or second-day pick on an edge rusher.

Fadil Diggs was somewhat productive at Texas A&M. He has lots of upside going to Syracuse.

Pick change; previously Josaiah Stewart, DE/OLB

The 49ers have some issues defending No. 2 and slot receivers, so they’ll have to consider help at cornerback.

Justin Walley projects as a slot cornerback who can prevent separation.

The Bengals could double down at cornerback, given how bad they are against the pass.

Tacario Davis is one of the tallest cornerbacks you’ll ever see (6-foot-4). He has some speed concerns.

The Cowboys need a permanent solution at linebacker to replace Eric Kendricks.

Barrett Carter makes splash plays and has nice upside.

The Cardinals love using multiple-tight end sets.

Tyler Warren is a big tight end who has shown impressive receiving ability.

The Eagles are always eager to add depth to their offensive line.

Wyatt Milum has the size and ability to be considered at tackle or guard.

The Colts didn’t have a viable backup for Jonathan Taylor when the star running back missed time this year.

Donovan Edwards has a great combination of size and speed.

The Buccaneers have had problems stopping the pass for quite some time now.

Tahveon Nicholson has some size concerns, but should do well in the slot.

The Seahawks need a quarterback for the future with Geno Smith now 34.

Riley Leonard has plus size, arm strength, and accuracy.

Hunter Henry has been great this year, but he’ll be into his mid-30s soon.

Mitchell Evans has potential, but he has a recent torn ACL.

The Broncos don’t have much at receiver outside of Courtland Sutton.

Arian Smith has great speed and major upside.

The Rams could stand to strengthen their secondary, given the talented receivers in the division.

Dorian Strong has nice size and high potential.

Denzel Perryman is just a short-term solution for the Chargers at linebacker.

Deonte Lawson is a tough run defender.

The Texans need to improve their offensive line, which has been a huge weakness this year.

Luke Kendra is a tough guard whose strength is run blocking.

The Saints could spend multiple picks on cornerbacks to replace Marshon Lattimore.

Jabbar Muhammad has great instincts, but lacks strength.

Despite T.J. Watt’s presence, the Steelers aren’t ranked very highly in pressure rate.

Josaiah Stewart is undersized, but he’s a dangerous pass rusher.

Pick change; previously Donovan Ezeiruaku, DE/OLB

Anyone who has followed the Ravens this year knows that stopping the pass has been a huge issue.

Tommi Hill has plus size, instincts, and ball skills.

The Packers have to deal with Jared Goff and Caleb Williams twice per year, so they may want to add another pass rusher.

Jared Ivey is a quick and strong defensive lineman who can play in both the 4-3 and 3-4.

The Texans are one of the worst teams when it comes to stopping the run.

Alfred Collins is a tough run defender who gets some pressure on quarterbacks.

The Browns could stand to add a long-term edge rusher across from Myles Garrett.

Dani Dennis-Sutton has a lot of untapped potential.

The Jaguars need to find as many talented pass rushers as possible if they want to overtake the Texans.

Kaimon Rucker lacks height and length, but he has good pass-rushing ability.

The Jets obviously need someone to replace Aaron Rodgers soon.

Jaxson Dart is instinctive and tough, but has some shaky pocket presence.

The Chiefs have issues covering downfield, so they’ll need to spend an early pick on a cornerback.

Fentrell Cypress has been a solid contributor with lots of pass-breakups.