2025 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 – Picks 17-32

The 49ers desperately need offensive line help. They have no successor for Trent Williams.

Jonah Savaiinea is a quick blocker with plus athleticism.

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It’s been rumored that the Rams may trade Cooper Kupp – check out which teams could trade for Cooper Kupp – so the Rams will be in the market for a receiver to complement Puka Nacua if such a deal occurs after the season.

Luther Burden is a shifty receiver who can be used as a ball-carrier.

The Buccaneers have some major problems in their secondary, particularly at cornerback. What could help is an explosive edge rusher to rattle opposing quarterbacks.

Jalon Walker has great speed and athleticism on the edge.

Pick change; previously Abdul Carter, DE/OLB

The Redskins have a secondary in need of multiple upgrades. Emmanuel Forbes failed, so another first-round cornerback will be needed to pair with Marshon Lattimore.

Shavon Rivel has great speed and athleticism for a very large cornerback. He possesses terrific upside.

The Chargers have great edge rushers, but they’re soft in the middle of their defensive line.

Omar Norman-Lott is a big defensive tackle who generates a quality pass rush despite his impressive size.

The Broncos are incredibly weak at safety, so they’ll need to improve this area early in the 2025 NFL Draft.

A quarterback in high school, Malaki Starks is a star in the making, according to Charlie Campbell’s sources.

The Seahawks have lacked a great pass rush for quite some time. They can rectify that with this pick.

Nic Scourton had a breakout ’23 season with 10 sacks. He has a huge frame and possesses massive upside as a potential defensive end or five-technique.

The Ravens can’t stop the pass at all. Part of the reason for that is their sub-par pass rush. That needs to be revamped.

Bradyn Swinson has a good combination of speed and strength.

Pick change; previously Jalon Walker, DE/OLB

The Texans have a pair of pedestrian guards starting for them, so they need help in this department.

Tyler Booker isn’t an elite athlete, but he has incredible length.

The Packers need to improve their pass rush, which is in the bottom half of pressure rate.

Jordan Burch has immense potential as an athletic player with a big frame, but hasn’t been consistent.

Russell Wilson has been a good story, but he’s just a temporary solution. The Steelers need to groom a quarterback for the future.

Jalen Milroe is a dangerous runner who has a solid arm. He needs to improve his ability to read coverages.

Jerry Tillery is playing far too many snaps for the Vikings. He must be upgraded.

Tyleik Williams played well against Joe Alt in their ’23 matchup.

The Bills could stand to add defenive line help with Von Miller having limited time remaining in the league.

Patrick Payton is raw and needs to add bulk, but he has immense upside.

You can never go wrong mocking a defensive lineman to the Eagles, especially given Bryce Huff’s early struggles with the team.

Harold Perkins is a beast who broke on to the scene with 7.5 sacks as a freshman. He’s an explosive player with tremendous instincts.

Pick change; previously Bradyn Swinson, DE

The Chiefs keep rotating left tackles, but nothing is working. Here’s a permanent solution.

Emery Jones is a talented tackle with a basketball background. He has impressive athleticism to play left tackle in the NFL.

Pick change; previously Colston Loveland, TE

The Lions acquired Za’Darius Smith, but they need another edge rusher for the long term.

J.T. Tuimoloau has flashed some great pass-rushing potential, but must be more consistent.

Pick change; previously Donovan Jackson, G