2025 NFL Mock Draft

The Titans can thank the Jaguars for putting them in position to obtain a franchise quarterback now that they have a top-two selection. This assumes that they don’t sign Aaron Rodgers and look elsewhere for a signal-caller. Rodgers to Tennessee is a very real possibility, however, and this mock will obvioulsy be adjusted if that happens.

I’ve switched this pick from Shedeur Sanders to Cam Ward for two reasons. First, Deion Sanders, who will have a say in where his son plays, may not want Shedeur in Tennessee because of how the organization handled Ran Carthon’s firing. Deion was openly upset about this move. Second, there might be a trend for teams to find the next Jayden Daniels, and Ward resembles Daniels more than Sanders.

Ward is a dual-threat quarterback who was very productive at Washington State and now Miami.

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1. None – The only way Ward isn’t the pick is if he falls down the stairs or is abducted by aliens.

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The Browns, thanks to their tanking efforts by starting Dorian Thompson-Robinson, are in a position to select one of the top two quarterbacks in this class. We’ll have to see if Deion Sanders forces a trade with the Giants. We’ll also have to see if the Browns pass on one of those quarterbacks, which would continue their pattern of passing on talented quarterbacks in favor of other positions.

Travis Hunter has incredible athleticism and plus size. He’s an elite talent at both cornerback and receiver.

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1. Abdul Carter, DE – Many major-media reporters are saying this pick will be Hunter, but it could just as easily be Abdul Carter. Pairing Myles Garrett with Carter would give the Browns one of the top edge rushes in the NFL.

The Giants foolishly won their way out of a quarterback, but perhaps that just means that they’ll tank for Arch Manning, as seen in my 2026 NFL Mock Draft. Then again, it’s sounding like the Browns and Giants will pass on Shedeur Sanders, though things could change. As of now, the Giants will likely draft the best player available.

Abdul Carter has been described as a missile as a pass rusher.

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1. Travis Hunter, CB – If the second pick is Carter, this selection will be Travis Hunter, and vice versa.

The Patriots have a miserable offensive line that must be addressed. Their disappointing free agency period saw them add only 34-year-old Morgan Moses to the blocking unit, which would be a disastrous outcome for Drake Maye if the line isn’t fixed in the NFL Draft as well.

Will Campbell is a nasty blocker, but his short arms may get him kicked inside to guard.

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1. Armand Membou, OT – The other tackle option should be in play. Either way, the Patriots will be drafting a new left tackle to protect Drake Maye.

I get the sense that Ashton Jeanty will be the fifth pick in this draft. The Bears could trade up to this spot to leap over the Raiders. It wouldn’t surprise me if the Broncos made a crazy move like that as well. And then there’s the Jaguars, who have nothing in their backfield next to Trevor Lawrence. Tank Bigsby is just OK, but he won’t stand in the team’s way of drafting the best player available.

Ashton Jeanty has impressive speed and athleticism, and he also possesses terrific receiving ability.

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1. Jalon Walker, DE – The Jaguars could deem Jalon Walker to be the best player available. If so, he’d be the pick, even if he’s doesn’t fill a position of big need.

2. Mason Graham, DT – Graham could also be thought of the best player available. He fills a bigger need.

The Raiders could go after Ashton Jeanty, but he’s off the board. Plus, with Chip Kelly serving as offensive coordinator, it makes sense to draft one of the Ohio State running backs in the second round. Instead, the Raiders can finally solve their offensive line issues, which have been prevalent for quite some time. They need a bookend across from Kolton Miller.

Armand Membou posted some incredible measureables at the combine. In fact, only Trent Williams and Tristan Wirfs were able to compile the same sort of attributes in the past that Membou did at the combine this year.

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1. Will Johnson, CB – Will Johnson’s knee might be an issue. If the Raiders have cleared him, he’s the likely pick.

2. Ashton Jeanty, RB – According to a CBS report, many around the league believe the Raiders are in love with Jeanty.

This pick could come down to Tyler Warren versus Mason Graham. I’ve had Graham slotted here for a while, but the Jets brought in Warren for a secret late visit, and they could have FOMO after missing out on Brock Bowers. It may seem odd for the Jets to draft Warren at No. 7 when they passed on Bowers at No. 11 last year, but this is a new regime.

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

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1. Mason Graham, DT – Graham makes a lot of sense as a replacement for John Franklin-Myers.

2. Armand Membou, OT – This seems like Membou’s floor. The Jets have a huge hole at right tackle.

Bryce Young improved late in the season, so the Panthers will give him another year. With that in mind, they could use this pick to replace Brian Burns or strengthen the interior of their defensive line.

Jalon Walker has great speed and athleticism on the edge.

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1. Mason Graham, DT – Graham seems to be the favorite if Walker is off the board. Defensive tackle is a big need.

2. Mykel Williams, DE – There’s a possibility that both Walker and Graham could be off the board. In that case, the Panthers would likely draft another edge rusher.

The Saints will be interested in an edge rusher to bolster their weak pass rush. They have a history of spending first-round picks on highly athletic pass rushers.

Shemar Stewart is a big, fast and strong defensive lineman, but is very raw.

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1. Mykel Williams, DE – The other defensive end option. Charlie Campbell reported that the Saints were all over Williams at their pro day.

2. Tyler Warren, TE – Taysom Hill is coming off injury, so the Saints could use another intermediate weapon.

The Bears go with the best player available. It sounds like it’ll be Mason Graham or Tyler Warren, and it’s the former in this update. While the Bears spent tons of resources on the interior of the offensive line, they really need to bolster the interior of the defensive line.

Mason Graham is a relentless player with a non-stop motor.

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1. Ashton Jeanty, RB/Trade Up – The Bears did a great job of addressing their offensive line. They can now obtain a player who can run behind it. Ben Johnson was with the Lions when they used an early first-round pick on Jahmyr Gibbs. He may see the value with using this selection on another talented back.

2. Tyler Warren, TE – The Bears have Cole Kmet, so this selection could be confusing until you consider that they lost Keenan Allen and didn’t replace him. With Allen gone, the Bears could draft an elite tight end and go to a two-tight end set, much like the Patriots utilized about a decade ago with Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez before the latter went to prison.

The 49ers desperately need in the trenches, whether it’s on the offensive or defensive line. John Lynch, of course, is no stranger to using first-round draft capital on the defensive front, but he needs to improve his blocking. The 49ers need a guard for the present and a successor for Trent Williams in the future.

Kelvin Banks is a terrific pass protector. He can play four positions on the offensive line.

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1. Walter Nolen, DT – There’s some buzz about Walter Nolen going to the 49ers, which I would have if Kelvin Banks weren’t available.

2. Mykel Williams, DE – The 49ers love addressing the defensive line, and they also have to find a new edge rusher.

The Cowboys made the mistake of heading into the 2024 season with CeeDee Lamb as their only viable receiver. They’ll need to give Dak Prescott another weapon.

Tetaiora McMillan has mismatch size for the NFL. He’s a freak athlete who will make tons of big plays in the pros.

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1. Ashton Jeanty, RB – This seems to be Jeanty’s floor. Dallas could trade up for him if he makes it past the Raiders.

2. Will Johnson, CB – It’ll be difficult to pass on Johnson if he’s available.

Jalen Ramsey is as good as gone, leaving the Dolphins with the duo of Storm Duck and Cam Smith at cornerback. Yikes! Addressing this key position has to be a priority.

Jahdae Barron is a very instinctive cornerback who improved his ball skills in his final year.

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1. Kelvin Banks/Grey Zabel, OT/G – Some offensive line options. Miami’s blocking is atrocious, so getting a player who can play every position might be appealing.

2. Will Johnson, CB – Jalen Ramsey sounds like he’s as good as gone, so the Dolphins will have a huge weakness at cornerback.

The Colts need to give Anthony Richardson the best chance to succeed. A talented tight end would go a long way in helping him develop.

Colston Loveland made clutch catches during Michigan’s championship run. He projects as a decent blocker as well.

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1. Tyler Warren, TE – The Colts haven’t possessed a great tight end in quite a while. That would obviously end with this pick.

2. Grey Zabel, OT/G/C – Another spot for Zabel, who will be very appealing because he can play every position.

The Falcons had a poor pass defense last year, partly because they had nothing at cornerback outside of A.J. Terrell. They’ll have to fix that via free agency or this draft pick. They could also target their pass rush because Matthew Judon was a big disappointment.

James Pearce put a ton of pressure on the quarterback in ’23. He has a ton of potential, but he needs to fill out his frame.

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1. Mykel Williams, DE – Mykel Williams is seen as the safest pick.

2. Shemar Stewart, DE – Shemar Stewart is the edge rusher with the most upside.

Pick change; previously Mason Graham, DT

The Cardinals signed Calais Campbell, but that was an insurance policy in case they don’t get the upgrade at defensive end they sorely need. They could address the position with this selection if some of the highly rated players are off the board.

Walter Nolen was a highly recruited player who has shown a ton of upside.

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1. Will Johnson, CB – This is Johnson’s floor, in all likelihood. Cornerback has been a huge problem for a long time.

2. Derrick Harmon/Kenneth Grant, DTs – Two other defensive linemen who make sense for Arizona.