We’re in the home stretch of the 2024 NFL regular season, and the contenders have started pulling away from the rest of the pack.
Some teams have a clear path to the postseason, where they will look to solidify themselves among the league’s elite. For a handful of teams, though, the 2025 NFL Draft seems like the most exciting event on the horizon. If you’re a fan of one of those teams, our latest 2025 NFL Mock Draft has just what you’re looking for.
For a more in-depth breakdown of each athlete, head to the PFN Top 100 Big Board for the 2025 NFL Draft. The draft order was based on the PFN Mock Draft Simulator.
1) Jacksonville Jaguars
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
The Jacksonville Jaguars have the quarterback position figured out, but they have significant holes on both sides of the ball. Why not improve both your offense and defense in one pick?
Travis Hunter is a rare two-way talent who has a high ceiling at both cornerback and wide receiver. I project him best as a full-time corner with occasional snaps on offense, as his elite ball skills and fluidity would provide for an easier path to an All-Pro career.
His playmaking ability, elite stamina, and instincts in zone coverage could see him leading the NFL in interceptions at some point in his career.
2) Las Vegas Raiders
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Las Vegas Raiders have found a superstar tight end in the form of 2024 first-round pick Brock Bowers. However, the guys throwing him the ball in Las Vegas haven’t quite looked the part of franchise quarterbacks this season.
Shedeur Sanders is a tough, accurate quarterback with an acute sense of anticipation behind his throws and the ability to maintain his composure in the pocket. He has a solid arm and processes blitzes and exotic rush packages well, too. One could certainly argue that Sanders wouldn’t go this high in most other draft classes due to the weak quarterback value around him in the 2025 NFL Draft.
That said, there’s plenty to like from him as a consistent point guard-type of quarterback, which would be a considerable upgrade over what the Raiders currently have at the most important position in football.
3) New York Giants
Cam Ward, QB, Miami (FL)
With Daniel Jones out, the obvious debate in the Big Apple revolves around whom the New York Giants will trot out as their starting quarterback next season. Though the 2025 NFL Draft isn’t necessarily full of blue-chip signal-callers, there are still a few talented passers they’d be wise to consider.
Cam Ward’s development over the last few years has been truly impressive to watch. He’s always had a nice arm with good mobility, dating back to his days at FCS-level Incarnate Word. This year, though, he’s come a long way in terms of consistently getting the ball down the field. No matter where he’s played, Ward has put up big-time numbers. The Giants would certainly hope that trend continues in the NFL.
4) New England Patriots
Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
There isn’t a lot of star power on the New England Patriots’ offense this year, but rookie quarterback Drake Maye has shown some encouraging flashes since taking over the starting job from Jacoby Brissett. The goal from here in New England should be to surround their young star with as much talent as possible on the offensive side of the ball.
Kelvin Banks Jr. is in the midst of a career year with the Longhorns, holding an 85.7 PFF grade with just one sack allowed on 418 pass-blocking reps, as of this writing.
He has a stout, powerful frame that’s maximized by a low center of gravity, and he’s an impressive athlete with great lateral quickness and body control in space for his size. Texas’ versatile running game should see him project well in New England’s gap-first run-blocking style, and he has the tools and temperament to be a long-term answer on the blind side.
5) Carolina Panthers
Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
After having strung together a few solid outings down the stretch, Bryce Young has made a pretty good claim to stick around as the Carolina Panthers’ quarterback in 2025. That opens up a lot more options for Carolina in the 2025 NFL Draft, as their roster has some major holes on both sides of the ball.
Many saw Abdul Carter as a breakout candidate as a full-time edge rusher after starting off his Penn State career as an off-ball linebacker, and he has certainly lived up to the hype. He has 10.0 sacks, 20.0 tackles for a loss, and 45 pressures heading into the Nittany Lions’ Big Ten Championship matchup against Oregon.
He’s an elite athlete who’s explosive off the ball and flexible turning the corner. His hand usage has come a long way since 2023, indicating the best is yet to come for the star pass rusher.
6) New York Jets
Mason Graham, DL, Michigan
It’s safe to say the 2024 season hasn’t turned out the way New York Jets fans would have hoped. They have an abundance of different paths they could consider in the 2025 NFL Draft, but a superstar defensive line sure wouldn’t hurt.
Mason Graham currently leads all FBS defensive tackles with a 92.4 PFF run defense grade. A dynamic athlete off the snap with quick, refined hands and ideal pad level, he projects as a high-level interior defender at the NFL level. He would be a terror alongside Quinnen Williams in New York’s defense and would give the Jets a much-needed boost stopping the run.
7) Tennessee Titans
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The Tennessee Titans didn’t have an elite offense to head into the 2024 season, and after trading away DeAndre Hopkins in October, the offense looks thinner. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine is a touchdown threat as a complementary target, and Calvin Ridley is a quality starter. That said, Tennessee could still look for another young wide receiver to round out the room.
Tetairoa McMillan is a true prototypical ‘X’ receiver with elite size and a large catch radius along the boundary. With coordinated movement skills, reliable hands, and an ability to attack the soft spots of zone coverage he faces, he could be a strong target for Will Levis right out of the gate in Tennessee.
8) Cleveland Browns
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
A quarterback could be in the cards for the Cleveland Browns in the 2025 NFL Draft, but they might be better off waiting until Day 2 if they go down that route. Here, they could potentially find great value at another key position in the top 10.
Will Johnson has the size, instincts, physicality, fluidity, and ball skills needed to be a top cornerback in the NFL. He’s missed some time due to injury, but when he’s on the field, one could argue he’s a top-five talent in this year’s draft class. He and Denzel Ward manning the two outside cornerback spots in Cleveland could be a nightmare for opposing offenses.
9) Cincinnati Bengals
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Though the Cincinnati Bengals’ struggles on defense have been well-documented this year, Tee Higgins is slated to hit free agency this year. With the impending contract extension to Ja’Marr Chase and the money they’ll have tied to Joe Burrow in future years, drafting a new WR2 could be the right move.
Luther Burden III is a gifted athlete who excels with the ball in his hands. He’s a sure-handed weapon with inside/outside versatility, tremendous contact balance after the catch, and the agility to make defenders miss in space. He has WR1 potential, but he could still be one of the top WR2s in the game opposite Chase in Cincinnati.
10) New Orleans Saints
Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
With the difficult cap situation the New Orleans Saints have to face ahead, they’ll need help from as much young talent as they can. That’s why it makes sense for them to go big-game hunting for positions of higher perceived value.
Mykel Williams is a high-upside prospect whose physical tools have him firmly in first-round conversations. He has the size, length, power, and quickness needed to project as a high-level edge rusher in the NFL. His versatility up and down the defensive line is helpful, too.
He comes in with a Tyree Wilson-esque, raw type of mold, but the potential with him is extremely high.
11) Chicago Bears
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
No matter who their head coach is in 2025, the Chicago Bears need to prioritize protecting Caleb Williams this offseason. They have a talented, young player manning the helm on offense, and investing in the offensive line could help maximize his talents.
Will Campbell is someone I could see starting off as a guard but could slide back out to his natural tackle spot if need be. He has a strong anchor and a wide base, and he packs a powerful punch at the point of attack. His coordination and spatial awareness also stand out on tape, indicating he could be an instant starter, which is something Chicago could use, even if it isn’t at tackle right away.
12) Miami Dolphins
Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
Tua Tagovailoa’s injury derailed the Miami Dolphins’ season before it even really got started. This is a roster with a lot of talent, but they’re still a couple of pieces away from being taken seriously as a team that could make a playoff push. Luckily for them, they’ll get a higher pick in the 2025 NFL Draft as a result.
Malaki Starks seems like a great successor at strong safety to Jordan Poyer, who turns 34 in April. He’s a versatile chess piece with the fluidity to thrive as a deep safety, the short-area burst to play out of the slot, and the physicality to step into the box. He’s one of the best safeties to come out of college football within the last decade.
13) Dallas Cowboys
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
It seems a little too easy pairing the blue-chip running back prospect with the big-market team that desperately needs a running back, but that’s what you have with the Dallas Cowboys as a landing spot for Ashton Jeanty in the 2025 NFL Draft.
From his ball-carrier vision to his contact balance, his agility in space to his passing-down value, Jeanty is really the total package at running back. He’s a top-15 player in this draft class; it’s just a matter of whether or not a team will put the trigger earlier than this on a player who plays this position.
14) San Francisco 49ers
Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Injuries all across the board hurt the San Francisco 49ers this year, and it has them looking on the outside looking in for the playoff race. The 2025 NFL Draft should prove to be a good opportunity for them to add a high-end talent to an extremely talented roster, however.
If this seems a bit high for Josh Simmons, don’t be alarmed. He was Ohio State’s most talented offensive lineman this year prior to injury, and that’s a unit with multiple other future NFLers.
He’s a natural athlete who’s quick off the snap and redirects well laterally in pass protection. His low center of gravity helps him stay coordinated and maximize the power in his frame, too. San Francisco has had success with athletic offensive linemen under Kyle Shanahan, and Simmons fits the bill.
15) Indianapolis Colts
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Brock Bowers has set the bar absurdly high for first-round tight ends in coming years. While I don’t think the Indianapolis Colts will expect to see All-Pro numbers if they draft one in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft, one could still expect an immediate impact from a few guys in this class.
Colston Loveland is a fluid athlete at tight end who can win in the slot, out wide, or as a traditional in-line tight end. He stretches the field well for his position, showcasing the vertical athleticism and the ball skills needed to thrive on the seam. He won’t wow you as a blocker, but as far as pass-catching tight ends go, you won’t find many out there who are better than Loveland.
16) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have invested heavily in the front seven early in the last few drafts, with players like Calijah Kancey, YaYa Diaby, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Logan Hall, and Chris Braswell all having been selected in the first three rounds of the previous four drafts. Now, it could be time to boost the secondary.
Injuries could see Benjamin Morrison fall in the 2025 NFL Draft, but his tape looks the part of a legitimate first-round talent. He’s a bonafide ball hawk who tracks the ball well in the air, he has sharp route-recognition skills, and his fluidity allows him to mirror the movements of the opposition. Assuming the medicals check out, he’s still someone worth taking in the top 20.
17) Los Angeles Rams
Cameron Williams, OT, Texas
Finally having draft picks seems to be working out for the Los Angeles Rams, as their early-round investments in the defensive line have given them multiple young impact players. It could be smart to stay in the trenches but move over to an offensive focus.
Though he’s only a one-year starter, Cameron Williams is generating a lot of buzz for the physical attributes he possesses. With a lengthy, well-proportioned frame and a large blocking radius, he has the physicality and play strength to make the jump to the pros.
He moves quite well for someone listed at 335 pounds, too. His hands are a work in progress, but he has the tools that NFL teams will love to bet on.
18) Arizona Cardinals
James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
The Arizona Cardinals have surpassed many expectations with their play this season, and in this mock draft, they end up with a standout prospect in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at a key position of need.
James Pearce Jr. is a seamless fit as a stand-up pass rusher in a 3-4 base system like Arizona’s. He’s a flexible, twitchy edge rusher with a quick first step and active hands at the line of scrimmage. His toolbox as a rusher runs deep, and he has a good understanding of how to string moves together to shed blocks.
19) Atlanta Falcons
Derrick Harmon, DL, Oregon
It seems like mocking a defensive lineman to the Atlanta Falcons is a yearly tradition that never ends up actually happening in the real draft. Maybe this is the year I will finally stop looking so foolish.
Derrick Harmon stood out at Michigan State in 2023 and has risen up boards significantly with his play this year at Oregon. He has the length, hand activity, short-area quickness, and raw power needed to project as a three-down starting defensive lineman along the interior.
20) Seattle Seahawks
Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
Should the Seattle Seahawks move on from Dre’Mont Jones this offseason, they’ll need another edge rusher to work into their rotation with Boye Mafe and Derick Hall. Though an offensive line upgrade is arguably the bigger need, there could be better value for them in the 2025 NFL Draft on defense.
Nic Scourton is a very good mover for a 280-pound defender with impressive agility on stunts, spins, and outside speed rushes. He strings together moves well to stack and shed blocks, he has a red-hot motor, and his strong anchor helps him out against the run.
21) Washington Commanders
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Jayden Daniels looks the part early in his NFL career. The Washington Commanders have a strong WR1 for him in Terry McLaurin, but another receiver could make their quarterback’s job a lot easier.
Emeka Egbuka can sometimes seem like the forgotten man in Ohio State’s offense, competing for touches with the likes of Marvin Harrison Jr., Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Jeremiah Smith, and Carnell Tate over the years. Sleep on him at your own risk, however. He’s a smart route runner who adjusts his stems well to attack leverage spots. He’s shifty after the catch, explosive out of his breaks, and has a well-built frame.
22) Houston Texans
Kenneth Grant, DL, Michigan
The Houston Texans have an elite duo off the edge with Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter. That said, they’d be smart to find some interior defensive help in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Kenneth Grant is a reliable run-stuffing 1-technique defensive tackle who has thrived at Michigan. He has a massive frame and maximizes it with refined hand usage and a low center of gravity. For someone who’s pushing 340 pounds, he’s also incredibly athletic.
23) Denver Broncos
Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
Courtland Sutton seems to have found his swagger again with Bo Nix at quarterback. The Denver Broncos could be wise to pair him with a dynamic running mate to help maximize their young passer.
Isaiah Bond is a certified speedster who fits best in the slot at the next level. Though he’s smaller for a wide receiver, he’s explosive down the field and sharp coming out of his breaks. He feels like someone who will be a better pro than a college receiver.
24) Baltimore Ravens
Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia
The Baltimore Ravens don’t have too many glaring needs on their roster currently. However, Roquan Smith is having a down year, and the absence of Patrick Queen is felt in their defense.
Jalon Walker is a versatile defender who can play as an off-ball linebacker and rush off the edge. In the box, he has impressive range as a tackler and processes quickly to work off blocks. Off the edge, he’s a bit undersized for a full-time starter but has elite athleticism and flexibility turning the corner.
25) Los Angeles Chargers
Deone Walker, DL, Kentucky
Jim Harbaugh clearly values the trenches, and the Los Angeles Chargers have had a need along their interior defensive line for quite some time.
Deone Walker moves unfairly for someone over 6’6″ and pushing 350 pounds. In addition to his sneaky-good athleticism, he demands double-team attention at the nose and uses his hands well to shed blocks up the middle.
26) Pittsburgh Steelers
Shemar Stewart, DL/EDGE, Texas A&M
Cameron Heyward is still playing incredible football, but at 35 years old, he won’t be on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive line forever. The key to additional longevity could be to occasionally spell him with a young stud up front.
Shemar Stewart is an edge rusher at 6’6″ and 290 pounds who looks more the part of an interior defender in the pros. That bodes well for him, as his heavy hands and athleticism as a pass-rusher would make him a valuable threat up the middle on passing downs.
27) Green Bay Packers
Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
The Green Bay Packers have some intriguing weapons for Jordan Love to throw to, and their defense has improved this season. As the 2025 NFL Draft rolls around, though, they may want to keep investing in their offensive line.
Aireontae Ersery is a big-bodied offensive tackle with three years of starting experience in the Big Ten. He has long arms with a powerful lower body, making him a menace in the run game. He has very good size-adjusted athleticism as well. A Green Bay offensive line built around young players like Ersery, Zach Tom, and Jordan Morgan could bode very well for their offense’s future.
28) Minnesota Vikings
Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
The Minnesota Vikings have a good defense as it is, and they’re in pretty good shape at most of the key offensive positions. One area where they could stand to improve, however, is the cornerback position.
Shavon Revel Jr. looked the part of a first-rounder on tape this year, and even with a season-ending torn ACL in September, he could still find his way selected on the first day of the 2025 NFL Draft. His combination of size, length, competitive edge, and ball skills could make him an ideal Brian Flores cornerback.
29) Philadelphia Eagles
Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
With how hot the Philadelphia Eagles have been lately, it’s not super easy to pin down too many big needs for them. Over the last few years, though, they’ve seen some up-and-down play at the linebacker position.
Jihaad Campbell is a moldable ball of clay who has 106 tackles, 12.0 tackles for a loss, and 5.0 sacks in Alabama’s regular season. He’s a bit raw as a form tackler, but there’s plenty of physicality, athleticism, and passing-down value to go around with his tape.
30) Buffalo Bills
Tyleik Williams, DL, Ohio State
As the Buffalo Bills look to make a push for the Super Bowl, their fans probably aren’t too focused on the 2025 NFL Draft right now. That said, some additional defensive line help could go a long way for them in future seasons.
Williams has been graded above 75.0 by PFF standards all four years he’s been at Ohio State. He’s a sturdy defensive tackle who’s quick off the ball and flexible, and he’s done a good job of adding on weight in college without sacrificing his quickness.
31) Kansas City Chiefs
Wyatt Milum, OT/OG, West Virginia
As good as the Kansas City Chiefs have been in 2024, their offensive line has been wildly inconsistent. Creed Humphrey and Joe Thuney look great heading into 2025, but their tackles are an issue, and Trey Smith could prove too expensive to re-sign at guard this offseason.
I project Wyatt Milum best as a tackle but could see him kicking to guard if need be as well. Though he has a high center of gravity, he has heavy hands, a powerful anchor, and quick feet in pass protection. Wherever you slot him, he could probably start for the Chiefs’ offensive line from Day 1.
32) Detroit Lions
Jonah Savaiinaea, OT/OG, Arizona
The Detroit Lions already have a loaded offensive line, so it could be surprising to some to see them take a lineman in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft. As fantastic as Kevin Zeitler has been at guard this year, though, he’s 35 years old in March and hits free agency that same month.
Jonah Savaiinaea has starting experience at right guard and both right tackle spots, and I project him to kick inside in the NFL. He has a sturdy frame with low pads and a wide base. His athleticism for a tackle is average, but he’s more than functionally quick enough to thrive athletically along the interior. Whether you keep Zeitler around for 2025 or not, Savaiinaea would be the future for Detroit at guard in this instance.