With the NFL Draft starting tomorrow, it is time for my final 2025 NFL Mock Draft, This time with the round added. This is what I believe teams will do, not necessarily what I would do.
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1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami (Fla.)
All signs point towards Cam Ward going number one to the Titans. They have not made any moves at Quarterback, so unless they really want to go into the season with Will Levis as the starter, they are going to take Ward. Also, if they were interested in trading down, they would likely have accepted whatever offer the Browns or Giants offered them.
2. Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
Andrew Berry all but said he is planning on taking Travis Hunter at two. While Abdul Carter is a great prospect, they are practically forced to go with an offensive player here. Also, with how good Myles Garrett is, they don't need a star player to make an impact at edge. There is still a small chance they go with a Quarterback here, but the recent signing of Joe Flacco signals they are looking elsewhere. In Cleveland, expect Hunter to primarily play Wide Receiver while playing some defense in obvious passing situations.
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
It has become clear that the Giants will not be drafting a Quarterback here. They may look to trade down, but teams rarely trade up in the top 5 for non-Quarterbacks. Instead they just take the clear-cut best player available in Abdul Carter. Besides, you can never have too many pass rushers.
4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OT, LSU
Unless Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter are available this pick will be an Offensive Tackle. The two choices are Will Campbell and Armand Membou. Campbell played Left Tackle and is a polished player. Membou played Right Tackle and has great upside traits. All signs point towards New England wanting someone who can start immediately at Left Tackle. Therefore, Will Campbell is the likely selection.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise St.
There is way too much consensus among mock drafters for the top 8 teams. While Mason Graham is a realistic possibility, there are questions about his upside. No such questions exist for Ashton Jeanty. While Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby for a solid duo, neither scare a defense. Jeanty would take Jacksonville's run game to the next level. New Head Coach Liam Coen was brought in to get the most out of Trevor Lawrence and turn around this offense. Jeanty is the first step in doing so. Imagine trying to cover Brian Thomas deep, while having to worry about tackling Jeanty.
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
Pete Carroll has made three selections in the top 10, and two of them have been Offensive Tackles, in Russell Okung and Charles Cross. John Spytek was also a part of a regime that prioritized the offensive line with the selections Tristan Wirfs and Graham Barton. I expect Las Vegas to prioritize building a strong offensive line, and having Kolton Miller and Armand Membou is a strong step towards making it a reality. I have no doubt that Ashton Jeanty is very high on their board, and very well could be the selection if he is available, but I would not be surprised if Membou is higher.
7. New York Jets: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT/OG, Texas
I am torn between Kelvin Banks and Tyler Warren, which are the two players I strongly believe they will pick from. They have a massive hole at Right Tackle and must address the position before the season starts. They can find receivers in the second round, maybe even a Tight End, but they will not find a starting Right Tackle. Therefore I am going with Banks. Also, I expect the Offensive Tackles to fly off the board as there are so few of them.
8. Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
General Manager Dan Morgan has spoken a lot about how much they want to improve their front seven. While they made some improvements in free agency, they still have a ways to go. Jalon Walker is the top available front seven player. He is also a strong scheme fit as they like stand up edge rushers who have coverage ability.
9. New Orleans Saints: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
New Orleans is the toughest team in the top ten to predict. I believe they want to draft a Quarterback, but these Quarterbacks are not worth this high of a selection. So I consulted the Big Boards and arrived at Tetairoa McMillan. Not only has McMillian been considered a top prospect by many for a while, there is also increasing buzz that he will go in the top ten. Wide Receiver is a significant need, as Chris Olave has trouble staying healthy and Brandin Cooks is slowing down.
10. Chicago Bears: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
If he is available, they will take Ashton Jeanty, but he is unlikely to be. Instead they pivot to a different offensive playmaker in Tyler Warren. He brings an interior offensive presence that they failed to get with Keenan Allen last year. I would be shocked if this pick is not used on offense.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Outside of Nick Bosa, San Francisco's defensive line is barron. A team's biggest need often precludes the position teams select in the first round. Mykel Williams is increasingly getting a lot of buzz to go early. If he lives up to his potential, he would form a terrifying duo with Bosa.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
It is finally time for the Cowboys to address their hole at Wide Receiver across from Lamb. They can find a Running Back in the second round, but it is becoming increasingly difficult to find starting Wide Receivers past the first round. While most fans prefer Tetairoa McMillan, the Cowboys seem to have locked in on Matthew Golden. He has the athleticism and route running traits to be a strong number two Wide Receiver. If they don't go with a Wide Receiver, I could see either Mykel Williams or Shemar Stewart.
13. Miami Dolphins: Mason Graham, DL, Michigan
I have had Mason Graham to Miami on my mind for a while. Most years a consensus top ten prospect falls out of the top ten. This year it seems like Graham will be that player. His arm length, wingspan and hand size are all in the bottom quartile, which harm his analytical profile. Miami's needs along the offensive line and in the secondary have been well documented, but their need along the defensive interior is just as big.
14. Indianapolis Colts: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
It is no secret the Colts are targeting a Tight End. Shane Steichen even said so in a recent interview. I am guessing they have Tyler Warren as their top TE, but Colston Loveland can't be far behind. While Chris Ballard loves drafting players with great athletic measurables, I am confident Loveland tape highlights his athleticism enough that he will be comfortable not having testing numbers.
15. Atlanta Falcons: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
One day the Falcons will get serious about drafting Edge Rushers, just maybe this is the year. The question is which one will they select. Mike Green and Shemar Stewart both make sense. Green leads Stewart on Big Boards, so I am going with him. While I believe some teams will have him off their boards, I don't think the Falcons will be deterred.
16. Arizona Cardinals: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
Since Monti Ossenfort was hired as the General Manager, the Cardinals have focused on building up their lines. Given that they spent big on Josh Sweat, I think they will prioritize other positions on the line. Since they prefer high character players that rules out Walter Nolen. I imagine they will be out on Derrick Harmon over medical concerns with his shoulder. While I had Kenneth Grant here previously, I am now thinking he goes later. Instead they pivot towards the offensive line. Josh Conerly is one of the two remaining Offensive Tackles who are expected to be a starter. He can be an upgrade over Jonah Williams.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Walter Nolen, DL, Ole Miss
It is no secret that Cincinnati is likely going to select a defensive player first, with defensive line being the likely choice. Given that they have Trey Hendrickson at Edge, I expect them to prioritize selecting a Defensive Tackle. Walter Nolen has been gaining a lot of steam as a player who could go in the teens, particularly to the Bengals. The Bengals don't shy away from players with character concerns, so I have no hesitation mocking him here. Derrick Harmon is another strong possibility, but I imagine the Bengals prefer Nolen because of his higher ceiling.
18. Seattle Seahawks : Grey Zabel, IOL, N. Dakota St.
Seattle has had a weak interior offensive for years, and while Pete Carroll did not prioritize addressing it, I believe Mike MacDonald will. Sam Darnold struggles with interior pressure, so it makes sense for them to select one early. John Schneider has prioritized players who have played in the Senior Bowl and have great athleticism. Grey Zabel dominated at the Senior Bowl and has a RAS of 9.49. The buzz for Grey Zabel to the Seahawks has been growing fast in the past week with Tony Pauline saying they are high on him.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
Tampa Bay doesn't have many needs, but they could use another pass rusher. Donovan Ezeiruaku fits the highly productive profile that they look for. There is not only strong buzz for Ezeiruaku going in the teens, but there is strong buzz connecting him to Tampa Bay. Jihaad Campbell is the other player that is frequently connected to the Buccs, but I think his shoulder injury will cause him to fall.
20. Denver Broncos: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
Denver will take a Running Back early, and will have a hard time passing on either TreVeyon Henderson or Omarion Hampton. Henderson is the more dynamic Running Back with his receiving and pass blocking ability, making him a great fit for Sean Payton's offense. I am not buying the possibility that they are looking for a Wide Receiver.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Without having signed Aaron Rodgers at the time of writing this, a Quarterback is a real possibility, but just don't think they want to force a Quarterback again. Instead, they look to bring an offensive playmaker. This is between Emeka Egbuka and Omarion Hampton, but there is greater Running Back depth, so Egbuka it is. Egbuka is a high character Wide Receiver, which is a much needed change for Pittsburgh. George Pickens' time in Pittsburgh is nearing an end, so they will need a second receiver sooner or later.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Kenneth Grant, DL, Michigan
The Chargers are one of the toughest teams to mock for as there are numerous players that all make sense in Kenneth Grant, Tyler Booker, Emeka Egbuka, and Will Johnson. In the end, I am going to reunite the big man Kenneth Grant with Jim Harbaugh. Harbaugh will want to continue to build out their lines, particularly their defensive line, which got thinner with the loss of Poona Ford.
23. Green Bay Packers: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
Only a couple players expected to be drafted in this range meet or come close to meeting all of Green Bay's criteria. One of few is Maxwell Hairston. He meets their height, athleticism and age thresholds. While his Combine weight is below their threshold, rumor has it he is up to the mid 190s now, which does meet the threshold.
24. Minnesota Vikings: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
While Minnesota will prefer to go with an offensive player to build around JJ McCarthy, Malaki Starks is too good of a value to pass up. With Harrison Smith in the twilight of his career, the Vikings can use a successor.
25. Houston Texans: Tyler Booker, IOL, Alabama
Houston is looking to rebuild their offensive line after CJ Stroud took a beating last year. They are looking for smart and tough lineman, and Tyler Booker checks both those boxes. Nick Caserio likes players from big schools, two plus years of starting experience and team captains. Booker also checks those boxes.
26. Los Angeles Rams: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Josh Simmons is one of the toughest players to slot, as there is little info about his recovery from a torn Patella tendon. After thinking about this way too much, I believe it is too much of a risk for teams to take in the top 20. However, the Rams are not afraid to take a risk. If he fully recovers, the Rams could have one of the biggest steals of the draft.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
While many think Jahdae Barron will go much higher, Nickel Cornerbacks with shorter arms who primarily play zone coverage don't go very high. However, the Ravens just love to take players who have great tape. Their secondary was their weakest group last season, so they will not hesitate to improve the group.
28. Detroit Lions : Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
His lack of bend and production may cause him to go lower than expected. However, the Lions love players with excellent athleticism.
29. Washington Commanders: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
The end of the first round is going to be wild, but teams will go after the highest graded players so Omarion Hampton is likely to go in the first round. He is a big upgrade over Brian Robinson.
30. Buffalo Bills: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
The Bills need to swing for the fences in the hopes of finding a player who can help them get over the hump. James Pearce's character issues have been well documented, but in the end teams overlook concerns when the talent is there. He will be primarily tasked with terrorizing Patrick Mahomes.
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
I believe offensive tackle is their top priority, however there are none worth available here. Instead, they look to fortify a pass rush that was surprisingly lackluster last year. The Chiefs prefer edge rushers with decent size, which Nic Scourton has.
32. Philadelphia Eagles: Derrick Harmon, DL, Oregon
Philadelphia is not afraid to take a chance on a player with red flags, if they have upside traits. Derrick Harmon has a chance to be the best interior defensive lineman in the class, with his anchor and disruptive ability. He helps them to replace Milton Williams. Although, don't be surprised if they select Mason Taylor as they will need a replacement for Dallas Goedert.
Round 2
33. Cleveland Browns: Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
34. New York Giants: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
35. Tennessee Titans: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
36. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa St.
37. Las Vegas Raiders: Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
38. New England Patriots: Donovan Jackson, IOL, Ohio State
39. Chicago Bears: Tyleik Williams, DL, Ohio State
40. New Orleans Saints: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
41. Chicago Bears: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
42. New York Jets: Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa St.
43. San Francisco 49ers: Darius Alexander, DL, Toledo
44. Dallas Cowboys: Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
45. Indianapolis Colts: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
46. Atlanta Falcons: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
47. Arizona Cardinals: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
48. Miami Dolphins: Jonah Savaiinaea, IOL, Arizona
49. Cincinnati Bengals: Tate Ratledge, IOL, Georgia
50. Seattle Seahawks: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
51. Denver Broncos: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
52. Seattle Seahawks: Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas
53. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
54. Green Bay Packers: Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss
55. Los Angeles Chargers: Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State
56. Buffalo Bills: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
57. Carolina Panthers: Jared Wilson, IOL, Georgia
58. Houston Texans: Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College
59. Baltimore Ravens: Shemar Turner, DL, Texas A&M
60. Detroit Lions: JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State
61. Washington Commanders: Jack Bech, WR, TCU
62. Buffalo Bills: Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State
63. Kansas City Chiefs: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
64. Philadelphia Eagles: Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA
Round 3
65. New York Giants: Jalen Royals, WR, Utah St.
66. Kansas City Chiefs: Jordan Burch, DL, Oregon
67. Cleveland Browns: Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green
68. Las Vegas Raiders: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
69. New England Patriots: Kyle Williams, WR, Washington St.
70. Jacksonville Jaguars: Kevin Winston Jr., S, Penn State
71. New Orleans Saints: T.J. Sanders, DL, South Carolina
72. Chicago Bears: Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU
73. New York Jets: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami (Fla.)
74. Carolina Panthers: Josaiah Stewart, EDGE, Michigan
75. San Francisco 49ers: Marcus Mbow, OT, Purdue
76. Dallas Cowboys: Dylan Sampson, RB, Tennessee
77. New England Patriots: Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State
78. Arizona Cardinals: Wyatt Milum, IOL, West Virginia
79. Houston Texans: Devin Neal, RB, Kansas
80. Indianapolis Colts: Miles Frazier, IOL, LSU
81. Cincinnati Bengals: Demetrius Knight Jr., LB, South Carolina
82. Seattle Seahawks: Alfred Collins, DL, Texas
83. Pittsburgh Steelers: Nohl Williams, CB, Cal
84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Andrew Mukuba, S, Texas
85. Denver Broncos: Joshua Farmer, DL, Florida State
86. Los Angeles Chargers: Ty Robinson, DL, Nebraska
87. Green Bay Packers: Charles Grant, OT, William & Mary
88. Jacksonville Jaguars: Omarr Norman-Lott, DL, Tennessee
89. Houston Texans: Ty Hamilton, DT, Ohio State
90. Los Angeles Rams: Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville
91. Baltimore Ravens: Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon
92. Seattle Seahawks: Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss
93. New Orleans Saints: Danny Stutsman, LB, Oklahoma
94. Cleveland Browns: Sai'vion Jones, DL, LSU
95. Kansas City Chiefs: Jarquez Hunter, RB, Auburn
96. Philadelphia Eagles: Cameron Williams, OT, Texas
97. Minnesota Vikings (Compensatory): Jordan James, RB, Oregon
98. Miami Dolphins (Compensatory): Deone Walker, DL, Kentucky
99. New York Giants (Compensatory): Anthony Belton, IOL, NC State
100. San Francisco 49ers (Special Compensatory): Jordan Phillips, DL, Maryland
101. Los Angeles Rams (Special Compensatory): Emery Jones Jr., IOL, LSU
102. Detroit Lions (Special Compensatory): Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
Round 4
103. Tennessee Titans: Ashton Gillotte, EDGE, Louisville
104. Cleveland Browns: Damien Martinez, RB, Miami (Fla.)
105. New York Giants: Justin Walley, CB, Minnesota
106. New England Patriots: Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona St.
107. Jacksonville Jaguars: Savion Williams, WR, TCU
108. Las Vegas Raiders: Tory Horton, WR, Colorado St.
109. Buffalo Bills: RJ Harvey, RB, UCF
110. New York Jets: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa St.
111. Carolina Panthers: CJ West, DL, Indiana
112. New Orleans Saints: Gunnar Helm, TE, Texas
113. San Francisco 49ers: Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Virginia Tech
114. Carolina Panthers: Dorian Strong, CB, Virginia Tech
115. Arizona Cardinals: Jamaree Caldwell, DL, Oregon
116. Miami Dolphins: Billy Bowman Jr., S, Oklahoma
117. Indianapolis Colts: DJ Giddens, RB, Kansas State
118. Atlanta Falcons: Jeffrey Bassa, LB, Oregon
119. Cincinnati Bengals: JJ Pegues, DL, Ole Miss
120. Tennessee Titans: Kyle Kennard, EDGE, South Carolina
121. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Barrett Carter, LB, Clemson
122. Denver Broncos: Jalen Rivers, OL, Miami (Fla.)
123. Pittsburgh Steelers: Aeneas Peebles, DL, Virginia Tech
124. Green Bay Packers: Seth McLaughlin, OL, Ohio State
125. Los Angeles Chargers: Barryn Sorrell, EDGE, Texas
126. Jacksonville Jaguars: Quincy Riley, CB, Louisville
127. Los Angeles Rams: Chris Paul Jr., LB, Ole Miss
128. Washington Commanders: Tai Felton, WR, Maryland
129. Baltimore Ravens: Jared Ivey, EDGE, Ole Miss
130. Detroit Lions: Jaylen Reed, S, Penn State
131. New Orleans Saints: Jonas Sanker, S, Virginia
132. Buffalo Bills: Logan Brown, OT, Kansas
133. Kansas City Chiefs: Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon
134. Philadelphia Eagles: Lathan Ransom, S, Ohio State
135. Miami Dolphins (Compensatory): Chase Lundt, OT, UConn
136. Baltimore Ravens (Compensatory): Cam Jackson, DL, Florida
137. Seattle Seahawks (Compensatory): Will Howard, QB, Ohio State
138. San Francisco 49ers (Compensatory): Smael Mondon Jr., LB, Georgia
Round 5
139. Minnesota Vikings: Trevor Etienne, RB, Georgia
140. Carolina Panthers: Cody Simon, LB, Ohio State
141. Tennessee Titans: Mitchell Evans, TE, Notre Dame
142. Jacksonville Jaguars: Mac McWilliams, DB, UCF
143. Las Vegas Raiders: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
144. New England Patriots: Caleb Ransaw, DB, Tulane
145. New York Jets: Jaylin Lane, WR, Virginia Tech
146. Carolina Panthers: Rylie Mills, DL, Notre Dame
147. San Francisco 49ers: Chimere Dike, WR, Florida
148. Chicago Bears: Elijah Roberts, EDGE, SMU
149. Dallas Cowboys: LeQuint Allen, RB, Syracuse
150. Miami Dolphins: Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State
151. Indianapolis Colts: Ollie Gordon II, RB, Oklahoma State
152. Arizona Cardinals: Vernon Broughton, DL, Texas
153. Cincinnati Bengals: Brashard Smith, RB, SMU
154. New York Giants: Kobe King, LB, Penn State
155. Miami Dolphins: Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas
156. Pittsburgh Steelers: David Walker, EDGE, Cent. Ark.
157. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse
158. Los Angeles Chargers: Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas
159. Green Bay Packers: Woody Marks, RB, USC
160. San Francisco 49ers: Jackson Slater, IOL, Sacramento St.
161. Philadelphia Eagles: Malachi Moore, CB, Alabama
162. New York Jets: Jah Joyner, EDGE, Minnesota
163. Carolina Panthers: Craig Woodson, DB, California
164. Philadelphia Eagles: KeAndre Lambert-Smith, WR, Auburn
165. Philadelphia Eagles: Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, DL, Georgia
166. Houston Texans: Que Robinson, EDGE, Alabama
167. Tennessee Titans: Caleb Rogers, OT, Texas Tech
168. Philadelphia Eagles: Woody Marks, RB, USC
169. Buffalo Bills (Compensatory): Zy Alexander, CB, LSU
170. Buffalo Bills (Compensatory)): Ricky White III, WR, UNLV
171. New England Patriots (Compensatory)): Jack Kiser, LB, Notre Dame
172. Seattle Seahawks (Compensatory): Jordan Hancock, CB, Ohio State
173. Buffalo Bills (Compensatory): Yahya Black, CB, Iowa St.
174. Dallas Cowboys (Compensatory): Upton Stout, CB, W. Kentucky
175. Seattle Seahawks (Compensatory): Oronde Gadsden II, TE, Syracuse
176. Baltimore Ravens (Compensatory): Pat Bryant, WR, Illinois