It is officially NFL Draft season! While fans of some teams will have had their eye on the 2025 NFL Draft for several months, with Super Bowl 59 now in the rearview mirror, the full attention of the football world will now transition to the next crop of players who are about to make their way to the league.
The draft order is from Pro Football Network’s free Mock Draft Simulator, where you can create your own mock drafts and draft alongside your friends with multi-user draft experience.
1) Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The signs currently suggest that the Titans are interested in this 2025 quarterback class, and ESPN’s Pete Thamel recently reported that the league is high on Cam Ward, with the Miami quarterback “likely” to be the first overall pick.
Ward is a natural thrower with impressive creativity and playmaking ability. At 6’3″ and 223 pounds, he combines accuracy, solid mechanics, and the ability to make plays with his legs. However, his college career has been marred by concerns over ball security and decision-making.
2) Cleveland Browns: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
This selection may become the 2025 NFL Mock Draft default.
Adding Abdul Carter to the Browns’ defensive line feels almost unfair. However, Cleveland needs to add top-tier talent, and pairing him with Myles Garrett would likely give the team the most athletic pass-rushing duo in the league. That, of course, assumes Garrett stays, as the elite edge rusher has requested a trade away from the Browns.
Many analysts consider Carter their No. 1 overall player in the 2025 NFL Draft class, and the Penn State edge rusher possesses elite athleticism, freaky flexibility, and an ever-expanding arsenal of skill moves to rack up double-digit sacks in the NFL.
3) New York Giants: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Giants have seemingly developed a strong rapport with Shedeur Sanders after interviewing and spending time with him at the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl. The New York market appears to be a perfect fit for the Sanders brand, and the Giants are in desperate need of stability at the quarterback position.
With jobs on the line, this pick must be a quarterback if one of Sanders or Ward is on the board. Sanders has the skill set to effectively run an NFL offense in his rookie season. His game-manager play style contributes to impressive accuracy, the ability to make full-field reads, solid decision-making, and above-average athleticism.
4) New England Patriots: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Finding their future offensive tackles and protecting Drake Maye should be a priority for New England. Yet, it would be a mistake to force a need here when the value doesn’t align—especially with a talent like Travis Hunter still on the board.
Hunter is a special athlete who could still play either cornerback or wide receiver in the NFL. The two-way Colorado star projects best as a cornerback who could play offense on specialized plays. That would give the Patriots a special perimeter corner pairing alongside Christian Gonzalez.
5) Jacksonville Jaguars: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
Mason Graham is one of the top three players in the 2025 NFL Draft. Plus, Jacksonville needs to land an elite prospect in a class with very few blue-chip prospects.
At 6’3” and 318 pounds, Mason Graham is an aggressive, disruptive presence on the interior defensive line who has the penetrative pass-rushing skill set, relentless pursuit, elite hand technique, and core strength to take over games. Adding him to a unit with two strong edge rushers should wreak havoc on the offensive lines of the AFC South.
6) Las Vegas Raiders: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
With Pete Carroll being hired as head coach of the Raiders, the running game will likely become a major focus, especially after Las Vegas ranked 32nd in the NFL in rushing yards per game in 2024, averaging just 79.8 yards.
Ashton Jeanty would provide Carroll with a central figure for the running game and another elite weapon to pair with Brock Bowers. The Heisman Trophy runner-up possesses exceptional vision, contact balance, and lower body strength, allowing him to break tackles and exploit open space.
7) New York Jets: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Presuming Davante Adams walks this offseason, the Jets have nothing at receiver outside of Garrett Wilson, meaning getting another weapon to play on the outside is paramount.
Tetairoa McMillan is a smooth pass catcher who is an absolute mismatch. At 6’5″ and 212 pounds, he boasts an incredibly large catch radius and exceptional length. More elusive and athletic than he’s often given credit for, the former Arizona Wildcat is the front-runner to be the first receiver off the board.
8) Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
The Panthers’ defense needs to improve upfront. In 2024, it ranked 32nd in the NFL in rushing yards allowed per game (179.8) and 30th with only 32 sacks.
Jalon Walker is gaining momentum as a potential top-10 pick and would be an excellent fit for Ejiro Evero’s defense. A swiss-army knife for the Georgia Bulldogs this past season, the unique defender projects best as an edge rusher whose versatility will allow him to be schemed into impactful opportunities.
9) New Orleans Saints: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Shemar Stewart is everything the Saints love on the defensive front: versatile, big, strong, and explosive. The Texas A&M defensive lineman is just beginning to tap into his potential, so expect NFL teams to fall in love with his athleticism.
Despite only having 4.5 career sacks, Stewart is quickly climbing draft boards thanks to his elite athleticism and unnatural bend. The former Aggies defender is built differently. At 6’5″ and 281 pounds, players his size shouldn’t move the way he does. A true positional prototype, expect Stewart to be selected much earlier than anticipated in the 2025 NFL Draft.
10) Chicago Bears: Will Campbell, OL, LSU
Will Campbell is the ideal pick for Chicago in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, as protecting Caleb Williams must be a top priority. The LSU tackle has been one of the best offensive linemen in college football over the past two seasons, though concerns about his arm length have led many analysts to project him as a guard at the next level.
At 6’6″ and 323 pounds, Campbell showcases exceptional intelligence, awareness, and instincts, making him an instant leader for the Bears. With a natural understanding of leverage creation and polished technique, the LSU left tackle will be a plug-and-play starter at the next level, even if a positional change is in the cards down the line.
11) San Francisco 49ers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Will Johnson’s tape in 2023 was better than it was in 2024, causing him to fall down some boards. However, the Michigan cornerback was dealing with injuries and should still be considered one of the top players in the class.
An elite addition to Robert Saleh’s defense, Johnson has elite coverage skills and anticipation to take the ball away. With nine career interceptions, the 6’2”, 202-pound outside corner immediately fills a hole in San Francisco, as well as gifting exceptional value in this spot.
12) Dallas Cowboys: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
An outstanding complement to CeeDee Lamb, Luther Burden III is a crafty, elusive receiver with elite after-the-catch skills. A natural, creative route runner who exploits space with hyper-sharp change of direction and the ability to throttle, the Missouri receiver will thrive from the slot where he can find ways to get open.
13) Miami Dolphins: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
Armand Membou is an athletic offensive tackle with fluid mobility and eye-popping burst. At 6’4“ and 332 pounds, with 34-inch arms, the Missouri tackle can stick outside. However, he also has the versatility to move inside at the next level, giving the Dolphins options in his rookie season.
With destructive power, heavy hands, and an imposing, mauling mentality, Membou is pushing to be OT1 in this class and, due to his athletic profile, can still grow into the role at the next level.
14) Indianapolis Colts: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Tyler Warren to the Indianapolis Colts is a slam-dunk pick if he makes it this far. The unique Penn State tight end is one of the top players in the class and his physicality, speed up the seam, refined route running, and size mean he would instantly become a favorite weapon for Anthony Richardson.
15) Atlanta Falcons: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
The Falcons need to find an edge rusher, and as the FBS sack leader, Mike Green would fit the mold. With 17 sacks and 51 pressures in 2024, the Marshall pass rusher converts speed to power and has elite burst to get after the passer.
At 6’3” and 251 pounds, with a wrestling background, Green has answered any remaining questions about his size. Furthermore, he plays with power, pass-rush sophistication, and a deep bag of tricks to get into the backfield.
16) Arizona Cardinals: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
An extremely twitchy pass rusher with eruptive explosiveness, James Pearce Jr. is one of the most athletic yet technical edge rushers in this class. The Tennessee defenders’ pass rush plan is tactical, technical, and refined. With elite burst, impressive length, and loaded power, Pearce is dripping with potential.
17) Cincinnati Bengals: Tyler Booker, OL, Alabama
Tyler Booker is likely the top pure guard prospect in this class, and his innate intelligence, leadership, and awareness will mean he is a day-one starter in the NFL. The Alabama lineman has sudden movement, intense lower body strength, and punchy hands to gain and maintain leverage.
It may not be the sexiest pick at this spot, but it could give the Bengals a starting guard for the next decade, a move that will be pivotal to the continued success of Joe Burrow.
18) Seattle Seahawks: Kelvin Banks Jr., OL, Texas
The Seahawks’ offensive line was one of the worst units in the NFL in 2024, and the interior was an abject disaster. Here, Seattle drafts Texas tackle Kelvin Banks to play guard, knowing he has the versatility and nuance to kick outside depending on the health of right tackle Abraham Lucas.
At 6’4” and 325 pounds, Banks is big, athletic, and agile, with good hand usage to boot, making him one of the top offensive linemen in the draft. However, his footwork can be extremely clunky, meaning the Longhorns left tackle loses balance and timing. Thus, some analysts believe he could be a better guard than tackle in the NFL.
19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
Jahdae Barron is an instinctive, productive, and anticipatory defensive back who makes frequent plays on the ball. With an SEC-leading five interceptions in 2024, the Texas defensive back is extremely versatile, with the ability to line up at any spot in the secondary.
With natural ball skills, smooth movement to make plays in the passing game, as well as the physicality, strength, and secure tackle to impact against the run, Barron could end up being drafted much higher than this on draft night.
20) Denver Broncos: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
Walter Nolen converted his elite athletic traits into on-field production at Ole Miss in 2024, and the Rebels defensive tackle has the explosive movement and physical power to be a top-20 selection.
The 6’3”, 293-pound interior presence has all the hallmarks of an NFL player. With quick change of direction, speed to power conversion, and snappy hand usage to disrupt the pocket, Nolen’s size, blocking, and movement will help translate his flashes into NFL production.
21) Pittsburgh Steelers: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Kenneth Grant is a mammoth human who possesses the intangibles needed to terrorize NFL offensive linemen. At 6’3” and 339 pounds, the Michigan DT showcases formidable strength, unnatural quickness, and sturdy anchor.
With a flashy pass-rush skillset, freaky athletic ability, and the overwhelming strength to dominate the A gaps, the Wolverines’ defender is a problematic presence who can reinforce the Steelers’ defensive line and be the long-term replacement for Cameron Heyward.
22) Los Angeles Chargers: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Colston Loveland reuniting with Jim Harbaugh would perfectly complement the Chargers’ offense. The Michigan weapon is more of a receiving tight end who can be moved around. At 6’5” and 245 pounds, he has an exceptional catch radius, defined athleticism, and established production.
23) Green Bay Packers: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Standing 6’5″ and 265 pounds, Mykel Williams is a physically gifted defensive end who has excellent tape stopping the run. However, with only 4.5 sacks in each of the last two seasons, the pass rushing resume isn’t up to the same standard as others in the class.
Even so, the Georgia defensive lineman offers prototypical size – something the Packers crave – elite agility and sudden burst to continue developing in Green Bay.
24) Minnesota Vikings: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
Derrick Harmon took a giant leap in 2024, transferring to Oregon, increasing his production exponentially to 11 TFLs and five sacks. The disruptive interior defensive lineman is a pure three-down player who has explosive penetrative force, refined technique, and pressure-creating instincts.
25) Houston Texans: Donovan Jackson, OL, Ohio State
Donovan Jackson may have made more money than any 2025 NFL Draft prospect during the College Football Playoff. The Ohio State guard was kicked outside to left tackle when Josh Simmons got injured and looked as good as anyone playing the position, albeit in a small sample size.
While he could play tackle in a pinch, Jackson would solve Houston’s interior offensive line issues. The Texans’ unit consistently fought unnecessary pressure in 2024, stunting C.J. Stroud’s development.
26) Los Angeles Rams: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Simmons suffered an injury in Ohio State’s loss to Oregon in October and had to undergo knee surgery. Up to that point in the season, he hadn’t allowed a sack, and many analysts believe he was on track to be OT1 in the 2025 NFL Draft class.
While we should get reliable answers to Simmons’ health throughout the pre-draft process, until he is cleared, it is difficult to see him being the first lineman off the board. Even so, the 6’5”, 310-pound Buckeyes left tackle offers fluid athleticism, exceptional hand usage, and impressive strength to be a long-term option on the blindside.
27) Baltimore Ravens: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
Josh Conerly Jr. continues to fly under the radar and will continue to do so due to one bad rep against Mike Green in Senior Bowl practice. But other than that one rep – that came when the Oregon left tackle was lined up at right tackle – he had a good week.
At 6’4” and 315 pounds, Conerly has agile athleticism, fluid movement, precise hand strikes, and strong counters to eventually be one of the top offensive linemen to come out of this class.
28) Detroit Lions: Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State
Jack Sawyer isn’t the most flexible or bendy edge rusher in this class but offers an NFL-ready skill set, size (6’4” and 267 pounds), physicality, motor, intelligence, and relentlessness. Essentially, he was made in a lab to play for Lions head coach Dan Campbell.
Projecting best as a No. 2 defensive end to pair with a more dynamic pass rusher, Sawyer has a solid arsenal of pass rush moves, an overwhelming bull rush, and is a dominant factor against the run.
29) Washington Commanders: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State
The Commanders need corner help. Drafting Azareye’h Thomas would allow Washington to move Mike Sainristil back inside and allow the Florida State Seminoles product to excel on the perimeter.
Thomas has gone under the radar in the draft process so far, likely due to the Seminoles’ turbulent 2024 season. But the outside corner is one of the most athletic and physically impressive defensive backs in the class.
Allowing just 94 yards all season, Thomas has elite length and is physically imposing. At 6’2” and 198 pounds, the Florida State corner has the strength and physical nuance to disrupt routes in coverage and thrive at the line of scrimmage, while he has quick footwork and the anticipation to win one-on-one.
30) Buffalo Bills: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
This is one of the more interesting prospects in the draft, and going 30th would represent a fall in Malaki Starks’ draft stock. For context, he has the skills to be drafted much higher, but his range may actually be later in the first round than originally thought.
It would be a coup for the Bills to land a prospect of Starks’ caliber this late. The Georgia safety is an elite prospect who offers the physicality to trigger downhill but also the natural awareness, anticipation, and dynamic ball skills to disrupt in coverage and take the ball away.
31) Kansas City Chiefs: Cameron Williams, OT, Texas
This pick is all about the upside. Cameron Williams doesn’t have the refined play style to compete with the top of this class right now, but given his physical presence, he has the developmental arch to ascend in the NFL if given the right coaching and time.
The Texas right tackle is just a one-year starter but is physically imposing at 6’5” and 335 pounds. Williams has substantial explosive movement skills, vice-like grip strength in the run game, and adequate strength but lacks anticipation and refined technique.
32) Philadelphia Eagles: Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State
It is feasible to suggest that the Eagles may let Mekhi Becton walk in free agency. If they do, Grey Zabel offers the skill set to start in Philadelphia early in his career.
Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will love Zabel. The North Dakota State tackle projects best as an interior player in the NFL, but he has the versatility to play all five spots on the line.
At 6’5” and 316 pounds, Zabel was as good as anyone at the 2025 Senior Bowl, and his lower half strength, low pad level, and anchoring base allow him to move fluidly and block with physicality.
