We're just a few days away from the 2025 NFL Draft, and it's anyone's guess where some of the big-name players will go. Some of these draft picks will inevitably change, some drastically so, depending on what happens in the first 10 or so picks. But based on what we know as of today, here's my final 2025 NFL Mock Draft. For more NFL Draft insight, check out our other Footballguys mock drafts from Dave Kluge, Matt Bitonti, Jeff Bell, and Alfredo Brown.

2025 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

Maybe it's a fool's errand to try to predict trades, but an NFL mock draft without any trades will inevitably be inaccurate, so this mock includes a few projected first-round trades. Plus, I did successfully predict the Eagles trading up for Jordan Davis in the 2022 NFL Draft, so never say never.

1. Tennessee Titans - Cam Ward (QB, Miami)

Cam Ward is currently -5000 to go first overall at most sportsbooks as of this writing, and sportsbooks aren't in the business of losing money. It's rare to find any NFL mock draft that doesn't have Ward as the first overall pick, whether it's Tennessee or another team, and for good reason. Perhaps the Titans will get an offer they can't refuse, but assuming they keep the pick, it makes sense for them to take their shot on a long-term solution at quarterback. After all, they hired Brian Callahan based on what he was able to accomplish with Joe Burrow in Cincinnati, and Tennessee simply can't stomach another year of Will Levis under center.

2. Cleveland Browns - Travis Hunter (CB/WR, Colorado)

Cleveland needs a quarterback, but all the recent reports indicate that neither the Browns nor the Giants are willing to take a shot on one not named Ward quite this early. It's uncertain which position Travis Hunter will primarily play at the next level, but he's the best player available regardless. It could make sense for Cleveland to primarily put Hunter opposite Denzel Ward to shore up their other cornerback position while still letting him contribute on a handful of offensive plays each week. Although the Browns traded for Jerry Jeudy last offseason, they still need more explosion on offense, and Hunter could provide just that even as a part-time offensive player.

3. New York Giants - Abdul Carter (EDGE, Penn St.)

Like Cleveland, New York needs a long-term solution at quarterback, but there are also reports that the Giants may not have a grade this high on any of the remaining options. This NFL mock draft has them smartly grabbing the best player on the board here in Abdul Carter and (spoiler alert) trading back into the first round to address quarterback later. Make sure you read until the end to see that pick. For now, though, Carter adds to an already-scary defensive line alongside Dexter Lawrence II and Brian Burns. After all, Eli Manning won two Super Bowls in tandem with dominant defensive line play, and the Eagles just showed the formula to beating Patrick Mahomes II requires an unrelenting pass rush.

4. New England Patriots - Will Campbell (OT, LSU)

It's a toss-up between whether the Patriots will reinforce their offensive or defensive line with this pick. And although new head coach Mike Vrabel found success in Tennessee with a stout defense, the priority could and should still be helping along the development of Drake Maye. Will Campbell could be a major addition to that end. New England signed Morgan Moses at right tackle in free agency, and Campbell would be a strong bookend to him as an agile pass-blocker and punishing run-blocker at left tackle. 

5. Chicago Bears (from Jacksonville) - Ashton Jeanty (RB, Boise St.)

With Ashton Jeanty having just visited the Raiders last week, Chicago may be willing to pay a slight premium to jump Las Vegas and get their guy. Without any clear blue-chip prospects at quarterback or defense past the first few picks, it may be cheaper for a team like the Bears to move up a few spots in the 2025 NFL Draft than in previous years. An elite, three-down running back like Jeanty would give new head coach Ben Johnson a foundational piece to run behind Chicago's newly upgraded offensive line while also easing the pressure on Caleb Williams to be the sole engine of this offense.

6. Las Vegas Raiders - Mason Graham (DI, Michigan)

The Raiders probably should be interested in a long-term answer at quarterback as well, but new head coach Pete Carroll may be happy rolling with Geno Smith for the time being. And though Las Vegas may want to address quarterback, they, too, may not be sold on the remaining options at sixth overall. The Raiders have a number of needs on defense, including cornerback, but Mason Graham is widely regarded as the best defensive player once Hunter and Carter are off the board. Plus, it never hurts for any NFL team to bolster its pass rush. Graham could be a perfect anchor over the middle to make life a bit easier on Maxx Crosby.

7. New York Jets - Armand Membou (OT, Missouri)

New York's offensive line struggled mightily last season, and they need even more help with right tackle Morgan Moses having departed for New England in free agency. Quarterback is also a need after the failed Aaron Rodgers experiment, but there are reports that the Jets aren't sold on the rest of the 2025 rookie quarterbacks either. Instead, New York can see how Justin Fields does in 2025 and get a good addition in Armand Membou at this pick, who can slide right in at right tackle to replace Moses.

8. Carolina Panthers - Jalon Walker (LB, Georgia)

It sounds like the Panthers are open to trading down from No. 8 overall, but it remains to be seen whether that will materialize. If the price isn't right, they also sound very sold on Jalon Walker, a Carolina native, who just so happens to have grown up down the street. Walker is a hybrid edge/linebacker who's been touted as the leader of Georgia's defense, and the Panthers haven't had someone like that since Luke Keuchly. An impact defender like Walker could be particularly useful in a division where Carolina has to face Bijan Robinson, Alvin Kamara, and Bucky Irving each twice a year.

9. Seattle Seahawks (from New Orleans) - Shedeur Sanders (QB, Colorado)

Shedeur Sanders is the betting favorite to be the ninth overall pick, but it might not necessarily be the Saints selecting them here. It sounds like New Orleans might favor another quarterback instead and be happy to move back (more on that below). While the Seahawks haven't been a media favorite to land Sanders due to their current first-round pick, they could move up if he were to fall outside the top five picks. The knocks on Sanders have been a lack of a big arm and limited rushing ability, but he's mobile within the pocket and can make accurate anticipation throws, both traits that suit Klint Kubiak's offensive scheme. Sam Darnold's three-year deal is also structured in a way that allows the Seahawks to move on from him after this season, which could make him a great bridge option for 2025.

10. Jacksonville Jaguars (from Chicago) - Kelvin Banks Jr. (OT, Texas)

The Jaguars' offensive line was a major issue last season, and though Jacksonville added a new center and right guard in Robert Hainsey and Patrick Mekari, respectively, in free agency, they could still use more upgrades. With Will Campbell gone at pick No. 4 to the Patriots in this NFL mock draft, it makes sense for the Jaguars to trade down and still add some offensive line help. Kelvin Banks could provide some much-needed reinforcements. While he played left tackle at Texas, Banks could slide in at tackle or guard at the NFL level for Jacksonville. Banks has room to improve as a pass-blocker, but he can make an immediate impact as an athletic run-blocker in new head coach Liam Coen's zone scheme.

11. San Francisco 49ers - Will Johnson (CB, Michigan)

With Charvarius Ward having left for Indianapolis in free agency, it would make almost too much sense for San Francisco to quickly plug in Will Johnson to replace him. Defensive line is another need, but Johnson is a versatile cornerback who can play man and zone and shut down one side of the field. Once considered a potential top-five pick for this year's draft, Johnson could be a key piece to rebuilding a 49ers defense that struggled last season. He can be an impact defender even as a rookie with Robert Saleh back in San Francisco as the defensive coordinator.

12. Dallas Cowboys - Tyler Warren (TE, Penn St.)

I previously had the Cowboys selecting a wide receiver here, as their offense seemed to run solely through CeeDee Lamb at times last year. However, giving Dak Prescott another weapon may not necessarily mean a wide receiver, and Tyler Warren is simply too good a prospect to pass up for Dallas. Arm length is sure to be a concern for some teams, but Warren displays the same kind of tenacity and even joy that George Kittle shows when blocking. This makes him a great fit for new head coach Brian Schottenheimer's scheme, which relies on tight formations with wide receivers and tight ends being willing run-blockers. On top of that, Warren can be a dominant yards-after-the-catch playmaker and red-zone weapon to draw coverage away from Lamb.

13. Miami Dolphins - Matthew Golden (WR, Texas)

If there's one thing Mike McDaniel loves, it's speed. The Dolphins have Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle already, but Hill's continued posts with the peace out emoji have everyone guessing whether he'll be traded during the NFL Draft. Considering that Hill carries a $28 million cap hit this season, that seems somewhat unlikely, so he stays put in this NFL mock draft. However, Miami could move on from him next offseason, and drafting Matthew Golden could be a preemptive fix. Golden has similar big-play ability with his 4.29 40-yard dash speed, and who better to learn from as a rookie than Hill, the most-feared speedster in the league right now?

14. Indianapolis Colts - Colston Loveland (TE, Michigan)

Indianapolis has been heavily linked to a tight end in most mock drafts, and for good reason, given the positional need and available talent based on their draft position. Colston Loveland would give Anthony Richardson a high-percentage outlet alongside Josh Downs, and he has the speed to threaten up the seam. The Colts were reportedly interested in Brock Bowers last year but lost out to the Raiders. Luckily for Indianapolis, even with Dallas taking Warren ahead of them in this 2025 NFL mock draft, they can land a similarly great tight end prospect in Loveland a couple of picks later.

15. Atlanta Falcons - Mike Green (EDGE, Marshall)

The off-field concerns make Mike Green a wild card, but with a top-10 offensive line, a sophomore quarterback who showed promise in his late-season starts, and a fair amount of surrounding talent for Michael Penix Jr., the Falcons could afford to roll the dice on him. If they do, Green could be the steal of the draft as a physical pass-rusher who could single-handedly elevate Atlanta's defense. Plus, the Eagles were rewarded with a Super Bowl title after taking a chance on Jalen Carter two years ago, so other NFL teams may now be more inclined to take risks in the first round.

16. Arizona Cardinals - Derrick Harmon (DI, Oregon)

Arizona's defensive line desperately needs help, so it makes sense that both Derrick Harmon and Kenneth Grant are popular NFL mock draft picks for the Cardinals. The tie-breaker could come down to lateral agility, which favors Harmon and makes him a more versatile defender against both the pass as well as the run. In a division constantly facing strong outside zone schemes from Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay, and now Klint Kubiak, Arizona needs to be able to stop the run first and foremost.

17. Cincinnati Bengals - Emeka Egbuka (WR, Ohio St.)

At first glance, it might not make sense for the Bengals to select Emeka Egbuka in an NFL mock draft, considering that they just gave Tee Higgins a new contract. However, the way the deal is structured, Cincinnati has an out after two years. So, while the Bengals were willing to keep the band together this offseason, they could reevaluate down the line with so much money already tied up in Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase. Plus, Egbuka is primarily a slot receiver anyway. Although Andrei Iosivas performed admirably out of the slot last season, Egbuka would supercharge this Bengals offense alongside Chase and Higgins.

18. New Orleans Saints (from Seattle) - Jaxson Dart (QB, Ole Miss)

The words "hot and heavy" have been thrown around in rumors surrounding the Saints' feelings on Jaxson Dart. Even so, drafting Dart in the top 10 overall seems absurd, but 18th overall in this NFL mock draft seems much more reasonable. The Steelers have also been linked to Dart, so the trade down to the middle of the first round, a few spots ahead of Pittsburgh, would make sense here. And this way, New Orleans can pick up some additional draft capital while still getting the quarterback they want. It's anyone's guess what's going on with Derek Carr's shoulder, but it may not matter, as Kellen Moore wasn't even head coach when the Saints signed Carr two years ago. As Todd McShay has pointed out, Moore has had more experience and success with bigger, mobile quarterbacks like Dart.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - James Pearce Jr. (EDGE, Tennessee)

After some buzz about James Pearce Jr. potentially being the No. 1 overall pick early last season, a disappointing senior year and character concerns have dropped his draft stock considerably. Still, the talent is there, as evidenced by his 10-sack junior season at Tennessee. The Buccaneers could hope that Pearce matures alongside seasoned veterans like Lavonte David and Vita Vea and potentially get a steal in the middle of the first round.

20. Denver Broncos - Omarion Hampton (RB, UNC)

There are a lot of different directions the Broncos could go with this pick in this NFL mock draft, including bolstering an already strong defense. However, Omarion Hampton is a pounder reminiscent of Deuce McAllister and could be a target for Sean Payton after Javonte Williams was continually stopped on red-zone rushes last season. Bo Nix showed promise as a rookie, and a competent run game would open up Denver's offense even more with opposing defenses already needing to account for Nix's rushing ability.

21. Pittsburgh Steelers - Kenneth Grant (DI, Michigan)

There are many questions about who will be under center in Pittsburgh come Week 1, but one thing seems fairly certain: the answer won't be at pick No. 21 in the NFL Draft. Instead, Kenneth Grant could be a throwback to the Steel Curtain days. At 6-4 and 331 pounds, Grant is a massive interior rusher who can play multiple spots. Although he was somewhat inconsistent at Michigan, he's an athletic freak who can impact those gritty, low-scoring games the Steelers always seem to find themselves in.

22. Los Angeles Chargers - Walter Nolen (DI, Ole Miss)

The Chargers could use some help on offense as well, but with both top tight ends gone by this point in the draft, defense could win out if Walter Nolen is still on the board. He's a strong pass-rusher and run-stopper up the middle who can be a great fit in Jim Harbaugh's 3-4 defense. Of course, Harbaugh may prefer Grant from their days together at Michigan, but in this NFL mock draft, the Steelers have sniped him just one pick before. Still, Los Angeles gets a similarly strong addition on the defensive line in Nolen.

23. Green Bay Packers - Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Arizona)

Matt LaFleur said last preseason that the Packers have "a bunch" of No. 1 receivers, which also meant they didn't have a true No. 1 receiver. Tetairoa McMillan could be that. Christian Watson will start the season on IR rehabbing a torn ACL, and while Green Bay's other wide receivers each have contributed well at times in LaFleur's offense, the addition of a dynamic playmaker like McMillan could really maximize Jordan Love's potential in a division that could be the most competitive in the NFL. Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst also recently gave a suspiciously short answer when asked about McMillan...

24. Minnesota Vikings - Nick Emmanwori (S, South Carolina)

With Camryn Bynum having departed for Indianapolis in free agency and Harrison Smith having turned 36 in February, the Vikings could use some reinforcements in the secondary. Nick Emmanwori is an athletic, versatile safety prospect who can make an immediate impact as a playmaker in Brian Flores' complex defensive scheme.

25. Houston Texans - Grey Zabel (OT, NDSU)

Grey Zabel was a standout at the Senior Bowl, showcasing his versatility to play multiple positions along the offensive line. After having traded Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to Washington, Houston should look to rebuild their offensive line in this NFL mock draft to help get C.J. Stroud back on track in Year 3.

26. Los Angeles Rams - Jahdae Barron (CB, Texas)

Los Angeles hit on Rookie of the Year Jared Verse in the 2024 NFL Draft and has an up-and-coming front seven, but the Rams' pass defense was porous on the back end last season. Jahdae Barron could be the answer to that problem as a physical playmaker and immediate contributor who's dynamic enough to play slot corner or outside.

27. Baltimore Ravens - Tyler Booker (G, Alabama)

Considered by many to be the best guard in this rookie class, Tyler Booker could immediately fill the gap left by Patrick Mekari, who's now in Jacksonville. Although the Ravens could look ahead to reinforcing the defensive line, they would be hard-pressed to pass over an elite athlete and dominant run blocker like Booker, who can open up running lanes to spring Lamar Jackson or Derrick Henry for those signature, back-breaking big runs.

28. Detroit Lions - Jihaad Campbell (LB, Alabama)

While many NFL teams have devalued the linebacker position in recent drafts, Lions general manager Brad Holmes hasn't. Detroit selected Jack Campbell 18th overall two years ago, and Jihaad Campbell shares similar traits, including rare size and speed to rush the passer or patrol the middle of the field. Depth on the front seven was a major weakness last season for the Lions after a multitude of injuries, and Campbell would be a big first step toward addressing that. Sonic and Knuckles are already taken by Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, so I wonder what the Campbell Detroit duo will choose as their nicknames...

29. Washington Commanders - Donovan Ezeiruaku (EDGE, Boston College)

With Dante Fowler Jr. having joined divisional rival Dallas in free agency, Washington could give their pass rush a much-needed boost in the form of Donovan Ezeiruaku. There are concerns about whether he can be an every-down player, but Ezeiruaku has the initial quickness that head coach Dan Quinn has emphasized as a priority for a pass rusher.

30. New York Giants (from Buffalo) - Jalen Milroe (QB, Alabama)

Neither Russell Wilson nor Jameis Winston is a long-term answer, and New York could easily release Winston during training camp with minimal salary cap implications. Why not take a chance on Jalen Milroe? After all, it wasn't too long ago that Brian Daboll aided in the development of another raw passer who made huge plays with his legs during his tenure in Buffalo, and Josh Allen is now a top-three quarterback in the league. Of course, the floor could be Anthony Richardson, another elite athlete who's struggled to stay healthy and develop as a passer. The difference here is that New York doesn't need to draft Milroe in the top five overall. With Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen undoubtedly still friendly with some of their former coworkers in Buffalo, the Giants can probably trade up a few spots from 34th overall for relatively cheap. This would give themselves a fifth-year option on a potential franchise quarterback with relatively low risk but high potential reward.

31. Kansas City Chiefs - Josh Simmons (OT, Ohio St.)

The injury is a concern, but it also gives the Chiefs a rare opportunity to draft a stellar left tackle in this NFL mock draft who otherwise may have gone top-10 overall. Josh Simmons is reportedly ahead of schedule in his rehab and return from a torn patellar tendon, and Kansas City just jettisoned Joe Thuney to Chicago this offseason. Thuney had been a serviceable fill-in at left tackle late last year, but the Chiefs need a long-term solution to protect Patrick Mahomes II. Assuming they don't have concerns about Simmons' injury, he could develop into an athletic franchise left tackle who's also versatile enough to play right tackle if needed.

32. Philadelphia Eagles - Malaki Starks (S, Georgia)

With C.J. Gardner-Johnson now in Houston, Malaki Starks could be the perfect complement to Cooper DeJean and Quinyon Mitchell. The addition of Starks to this already-stout core can cement the reigning Super Bowl champions' young secondary for years to come. Like DeJean, Starks has the size/speed combo to cover deep and be an enforcer over the middle of the field.

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