Alright. We’re finally here. The 2025 NFL Draft kicks off tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET from Green Bay, Wisconsin.
This is my final mock draft of the 2025 cycle. In this one, I’ll attempt to be as predictive as possible, given the latest reports, and trying to sort through the noise.
Let’s go.
2025 NFL Mock Draft
1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward (QB – Miami)
Lock it in. The Titans get their (hopeful) quarterback of the future.
2. Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter (WR/CB – Colorado)
Despite getting calls to trade out of this pick, the Browns stand pat and take arguably the best player in the draft.
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter (EDGE – Penn State)
While Abdul Carter isn’t necessarily a “need,” he’s too good to pass on. Kayvon Thibodeaux could be upset about this, but that’s something worth dealing with. This would give the Giants a ferocious pass rush.
4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell (OT – LSU)
I’m still not 100% sold that Will Campbell plays tackle long-term at the next level, but in the worst-case scenario, he’s a fantastic guard for a decade-plus.
Either way, the Patriots are backed into a corner here. This is a massive need, and Campbell will be a consistent producer throughout his career.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Tetairoa McMillan (WR – Arizona)
I’ve been on Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham for months, but it’s clear that’s not happening.
I’ve gone back and forth about this one between Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan.
Jeanty is my preferred player, but something in my gut is screaming out for McMillan.
The Jaguars could trade down here to accumulate more assets, but I’ll stand pat and take the Arizona receiver. New head coach Liam Coen gets his Mike Evans-like pass-catcher.
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Kelvin Banks Jr. (OT – Texas)
For a while, I think the draft community was somewhat overthinking Kelvin Banks Jr. Now, the Raiders get their left tackle of the future with Kolton Miller seeking a new contract.
7. New York Jets: Armand Membou (OT – Missouri)
I think this pick is either Armand Membou or Penn State tight end Tyler Warren. Ultimately, I think they’ll side with Membou to help protect Breece Hall and Justin Fields to give them a chance to compete.
This one makes far too much sense.
*** TRADE ALERT ***
8. Chicago Bears (from Carolina): Ashton Jeanty (RB – Boise State)
Bears general manager Ryan Poles said he expects “a lot more” trades this year than in the past.
Could he have been talking about himself?
After the Jaguars were stuck at pick No. 5, taking McMillan to avoid him potentially going to the Saints, and the Raiders and Jets got their offensive tackles, the Bears move up a couple of spots to ensure they get their guy to complete this Ben Johnson offense.
9. New Orleans Saints: Mykel Williams (EDGE – Georgia)
With the temptation of Tetairoa McMillan and Ashton Jeanty gone, all signs are pointing to the Saints to get an heir apparent to Cameron Jordan.
Mykel Williams is similar to Jordan with his extremely long arms and fantastic athleticism. He’ll learn more consistent pass-rushing tools and techniques from Jordan, a 15-year veteran.
*** TRADE ALERT ***
10. Indianapolis Colts (from Carolina): Tyler Warren (TE – Penn State)
With a bunch of defensive talent left on the board and the Colts feeling the pressure, they trade up four spots, and the Panthers trade down once again.
The Colts haven’t had a tight end go for 800 yards in a season since Dallas Clark during the Obama administration.
It’s time. Let’s get this figured out.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Walter Nolen (DT – Ole Miss)
I believe the 49ers think they can help mold Day 2 offensive linemen, as seen with Dominick Puni from last year. Thus, they take an absolute freak of nature (in the best way) in Walter Nolen.
He’s one of my favorite players in the draft, and I think the 49ers will covet his measurables and athleticism.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Tyler Booker (OG – Alabama)
I could see the argument for Matthew Golden or Omarion Hampton here, but if you look at the Cowboys’ recent drafts, they like to draft the big guys.
Over the last three years, they’ve taken two offensive linemen and defensive tackle Mazi Smith.
With Zack Martin retiring, the Cowboys get an instant replacement.
If Tetairoa McMillan were available, I don’t see how they pass on him, but he isn’t available in this situation.
*** TRADE ALERT ***
13. Denver Broncos (from Miami): Colston Loveland (TE – Michigan)
With Warren coming off the board, the Broncos feel the urgency and trade up with a Dolphins team that needs a complete overhaul.
The Broncos signed Evan Engram, but that won’t stop them from adding a playmaker like Colston Loveland, who has perhaps the best hands of any receiving option in the draft.
14. Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker (EDGE – Georgia)
I should be kicking myself for passing on Mason Graham here.
I sat in my chair for a solid 10 minutes pondering this one.
I prefer Graham as a player, but the Panthers desperately need EDGE.
The Panthers missed on Milton Williams but did get a competent piece in Tershawn Wharton.
That wouldn’t typically stop me from taking Graham, but the Panthers need so much EDGE help.
I might regret this one later. We’ll see.
15. Atlanta Falcons: Shemar Stewart (EDGE – Texas A&M)
The Falcons are another team that desperately needs EDGE rush help. Defensive-minded head coach Raheem Morris gets an athletic specimen in Shemar Stewart.
Stewart didn’t have much college production, but he’s the type of player who will get coaches saying, “I can fix him.”
16. Arizona Cardinals: Mason Graham (DT – Michigan)
I almost feel dirty seeing him fall this far, but the slide ends.
Mason Graham is probably a top-five player, but playing out these scenarios, this is where he lands.
I could see the Panthers staying at No. 8 at taking him, but again, the EDGE needs are massive.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Mike Green (EDGE – Marshall)
The Bengals are having issues retaining Trey Hendrickson, and Mike Green fills an instant need. There are some intriguing offensive line options available, but I think they’ll stick with EDGE rusher here, especially with someone as talented as Green.
18. Seattle Seahawks: Grey Zabel (OL – North Dakota State)
This makes far too much sense. I bet the Seahawks will want to trade down, but they cannot allow this offensive line to be in the shape it’s in going into their first year with Sam Darnold as their quarterback.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jihaad Campbell (LB – Alabama)
I think this fit makes way too much sense. Given Chris Godwin‘s health and Mike Evans’ aging, I could see them going for a receiver here, but Jihaad Campbell is the best player at his position in the draft.
20. Miami Dolphins: Malaki Starks (S – Georgia)
The Dolphins desperately need safety help. He may not be the athlete Nick Emmanwori is, but Malaki Starks will be steady for years to come.
*** TRADE ALERT ***
21. Los Angeles Rams (from Pittsburgh): Omarion Hampton (RB – North Carolina)
I know, I know, Shedeur Sanders.
Something is telling me that won’t be where they go.
In this scenario, the Steelers, who don’t pick again until the third round, trade down a few spots and get a few more assets.
Meanwhile, the Rams will get a dynamic running back. Kyren Williams‘ contract expires soon.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: TreVeyon Henderson (RB – Ohio State)
NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah mocked TreVeyon Henderson to the Chargers, and if there’s anyone I trust when it comes to Chargers coverage, it’s Jeremiah.
I’d go with Kenneth Grant, but I have faith in Jeremiah’s analysis here.
23. Green Bay Packers: Maxwell Hairston (CB – Kentucky)
The Packers might soon be saying farewell to Jaire Alexander. Maxwell Hairston is an athletic, speedy corner from the SEC. He seems right up the Packers’ alley.
*** TRADE ALERT ***
24. New York Giants (from Minnesota): Jaxson Dart (QB – Ole Miss)
All signs point to the Giants liking Jaxson Dart over Shedeur Sanders.
The Vikings have less than a half-dozen picks in the draft, which allows them to acquire more assets while the Giants secure their quarterback of the future to sit behind Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston.
Dart needs a year to sit. This is perfect.
25. Houston Texans: Josh Simmons (OL – Ohio State)
The slide for Josh Simmons ends here. I initially wrote up Matthew Golden, but I believe Simmons is their left tackle of the future.
His torn patellar is the wild card, but if that checks out, he’s an easy selection here.
26. Pittsburgh Steelers: Emeka Egbuka (WR – Ohio State)
I’m feeling confident in Aaron Rodgers landing here. I flirted with the idea of Shedeur Sanders or even Kenneth Grant.
However, with the recent developments surrounding George Pickens, including him unfollowing the team on social media, I think he’s a trade candidate for a Day 2 pick.
Emeka Egbuka feels like a Pittsburgh Steeler. A professional who will come in, work and complement DK Metcalf well.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Kenneth Grant (DT – Michigan)
Kenneth Grant fills in nicely on the defensive interior, with Michael Pierce calling it a career. His run-game presence has the makings of an AFC North player.
28. Detroit Lions: JT Tuimoloau (EDGE – Ohio State)
The Lions are a team that does things their own way, and JT Tuimoloau feels like a guy they’d covet. He’s a “football player,” meaning he simply gets the job done. He had a fantastic College Football Playoff.
At 6-foot-4 and 270 pounds, he’d line up opposite Aidan Hutchinson.
I considered the offensive line here or even cornerback Will Johnson, but the Lions saw what happened without defensive reinforcements last year.
This is an out-of-the-box pick that has a legitimate chance of happening.
29. Washington Commanders: Will Johnson (CB – Michigan)
The value is too good to pass up. Will Johnson reunites with Mike Sainristil.
30. Buffalo Bills: Jahdae Barron (DB – Texas)
Jahdae Barron is a Brian Branch-like player, and the Bills desperately need help in the secondary. I’m not sure how I feel about him lining up outside, but his versatility seems like something the Bills would covet.
Alternatively, Shavon Revel makes sense as a man-to-man outside corner.
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Josh Conerly Jr. (OT – Oregon)
The Chiefs desperately need offensive line help, and Josh Conerly Jr. is the best guy on the board.
32. Philadelphia Eagles: Matthew Golden (WR – Texas)
Matthew Golden feels like a player who could see a fall if he’s not taken in the 12-20 range.
This gives the Eagles a truly daunting trio of receivers with A.J. Green and DeVonta Smith.
I wouldn’t rule out a wild card pick like LSU tight end Mason Taylor here, either. Another player I like is Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon.
I’m also shocked I’m leaving the first round with Donovan Ezeiruaku still on the board.
Mock drafting can be difficult.
That said, Golden’s value is too good to pass up.
And yes, Shedeur Sanders falls to pick No. 33.
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