Over a quarter of the way through the college football season, the runners and riders to be first-round selections in the 2025 NFL Draft are starting to stand out. Meanwhile, through the opening weeks of the NFL season, the needs of some teams have become more apparent.
This 2025 NFL Mock Draft looks to combine the top prospects with team needs while also considering draft value.
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1) Carolina Panthers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Panthers have tried inserting a rookie quarterback into a depleted roster, and it hasn’t worked. This time, they opt to build the team with talented players before forcing the position again.
A cornerback has never been drafted with the No. 1 overall pick in the modern draft era. However, Will Johnson is one of the top overall prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft and worthy of such capital.
The Wolverines’ star CB has a refined NFL-ready skill set, and at 6’2” and 202 pounds, he has prototypical size. Johnson has instincts, anticipation, and a high football IQ alongside superior athletic traits, agility, and ball-hawking skills, showcased by his three pick-sixes — a new Michigan record.
Another week, another route-recognition pick-six from Michigan CB Will Johnson. Making it look easy.
— Ian Cummings (@IC_Draft) September 21, 2024
2) New York Giants: Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
Travis Hunter is a special prospect with some of the class’ best anticipation, awareness, and ball skills. The Buffaloes’ star man is one of the freakiest college football athletes, whose rare skill set shouldn’t escape the top five.
It is currently unknown whether the Colorado two-way weapon will play wide receiver or cornerback in the NFL, but Hunter would improve the Giants at both positions. With money invested in Daniel Jones, New York could look to continue building the roster around their man.
3) Denver Broncos: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The Broncos desperately need a more significant and threatening presence on the interior of their defensive line, and Michigan’s Mason Graham fits the bill and is worthy of early draft capital.
A true three-down defensive lineman, Graham is physically imposing at 6’3″ and 315 pounds, with an elite power profile. That brute strength allows the Wolverines’ defensive tackle to overpower the opposition, consistently penetrating the backfield and providing radical upside as a dominating pass-rushing interior lineman.
4) Tennessee Titans: Carson Beck, QB, Georgia
The Titans are figuring out what they have in Will Levis and will need to assess whether he is their future. The big-armed quarterback can make big plays but has also frustrated the Tennessee staff.
Carson Beck is still the leader in the clubhouse as the current QB1, but the race is tightening. The Georgia quarterback is a steady pocket passer who makes strong, calculated decisions that Brian Callahan can design an offense around.
While the Bulldogs’ game manager may not have creative athleticism, he combines prototypical size at 6’4” and 220 pounds, plus arm strength and ball placement, to be a consistent NFL starter.
5) New England Patriots: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
The Patriots need to solidify their offensive line and could be primed to attack the position in the 2025 NFL Draft. Kelvin Banks Jr.‘s strong, physical, athletic profile at 6’4” and 325 pounds provides the Texas left tackle with a natural power profile.
Banks’ elite athleticism underpins his ability to counter pass rushers, allowing him to create leverage and making him an easy mover as a run blocker.
6) Washington Commanders: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
The Commanders desperately need to get younger, more athletic, and increasingly dynamic with their pass rush. James Pearce Jr. had 10 sacks in 2023 as the Volunteers’ edge rusher dominated SEC competition.
Tennessee’s star pass rusher has fluid, flexible movement, a violent, explosive first step, and an array of skill moves. Pearce wins off his elite athleticism and could be increasingly productive in the NFL if he diversifies his pass-rush plan.
7) Indianapolis Colts: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
Safeties rarely get drafted in the top 10, but Malaki Starks is different. The Georgia defensive back is an elite, blue-chip prospect who claims the top spot on PFN’s 2025 NFL Draft Big Board.
The Colts desperately need to add a top-end safety player, and Starks fits the profile.
An intelligent footballer with elite anticipation and awareness, Starks combines great mental traits with physical tools. At 6’0” and 186 pounds, he has sideline-to-sideline range with instant acceleration and the ball skills to pounce on any ball, showcased by his six career interceptions.
The Bulldogs’ elite safety checks all the boxes of a Pro Bowl-caliber talent.
8) Las Vegas Raiders: Cam Ward, QB, Miami (FL)
Cam Ward’s draft stock continues to accelerate as he has shown more consistency, composure, and collected decision-making in South Florida.
The Hurricanes’ quarterback has the creative, play-extending athleticism that buys him time outside the pocket and the strong arm to make all the throws. Now showcasing his ability to take better care of the ball, Ward looks to be a challenger for QB1 in the 2025 NFL Draft class.
One of the most enjoyable 2024 watches has been QB Cam Ward. He's reaching his potential at Miami.
High-level talent with a better sense of rhythm and timing this year. This is one example.
Peels off his first read, fends off single-high safety. In-stride, in-sequence laser. pic.twitter.com/gfCPLt1cVR
— Ian Cummings (@IC_Draft) September 24, 2024
9) Jacksonville Jaguars: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
The 2025 cornerback group is stacked, and Benjamin Morrison would be CB1 in most other classes. The Notre Dame product has exceptional technique, intense physicality, and unnatural length.
At 6’0” and 186 pounds, Morrison shuts down the perimeter, and his body control, alongside his twitched-up footwork, makes the Fighting Irish CB difficult to deal with at the catch point.
10) Los Angeles Rams: Will Campbell, OT, LSU
The Rams need a long-term solution at offensive tackle, and Will Campbell is one of the top available prospects. The LSU LT has excellent size at 6’6” and 330 pounds, has natural core strength, and is an above-average athlete.
One of the best offensive linemen in college football over the last two seasons in Baton Rouge, Campbell can dominate the point of attack and quick initial movements while showcasing his sustained power profile that can displace defenders in the run game.
11) Arizona Cardinals: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Luther Burden III is an exciting modern-day RAC (run after catch) threat who becomes an elite creator after the catch. The crafty Missouri WR has sharp mobility and reactive nuances to create separation and can catch through traffic.
With 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns receiving, Burden has been one of the top receivers in college football and offers innovative route running and elite separation to complement Marvin Harrison Jr. in the Cardinals’ offense.
12) Chicago Bears: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Mykel Williams is an athletically gifted pass rusher who possesses untapped potential. At 6’5” and 265 pounds, the Georgia pass rusher has superior length, instant fierce movement to access gaps, and remarkable flexibility for his size to bend around the edge.
Williams’ fluid mobility and power profile make him scheme versatile, and his elite physical gifts give him incredible upside in the NFL.
13) Cleveland Browns: Emery Jones Jr., OL, LSU
Emery Jones Jr. occupies the right tackle spot for LSU and will enter the NFL with a skill set that should transition immediately to the next level. The Tigers’ RT is pro-ready with elite mental strengths. Elite awareness, anticipation, and intelligence are the foundations of Jones’ game.
Integrating dexterous athleticism and agility, a powerful anchor, and accurate hand usage, Jones is the most complete, controlled, and consistent of any offensive tackle prospects so far in this draft cycle.
14) Minnesota Vikings: Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky
Deone Walker would be a wrecking ball in Brian Flores’ defense, where the disruptive Kentucky DT can use his quick movement and raw power to penetrate the backfield.
At 6’6” and 344 pounds, Walker combines incredible size with instant burst, where his natural athleticism gives him the raw profile to be a potential transcending interior pass rusher in the NFL.
15) Atlanta Falcons: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Abdul Carter is a special athlete with elite, volcanic speed and explosive change of direction. The Penn State defender transitioned from linebacker to edge full-time in 2024 but has had a slow start to the college football season.
Nevertheless, the Nittany Lion has innate instincts and the athletic tools to build on. If Carter can develop and expand his pass-rush plan, his potential will rocket to the next level.
16) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State
A long, explosive corner, Ohio State’s Denzel Burke is a natural playmaker with effortless movement and fluid tracking. A former wide receiver, the Buckeyes’ DB has WR-esque ball skills, instant reactions, and the physicality to compete at the catch point.
17) Los Angeles Chargers: Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
Nic Scourton‘s transfer from Purdue to Texas A&M was highly anticipated. The Aggies’ edge rusher was one of the most productive in the nation in 2023 with 10 sacks but has struggled to get his season going in College Station.
At 6’4” and 280 pounds, Scourton has an exceptional physical profile and intrinsic strength. However, he also has the bend and flexility of lighter rushers. Still young, the former Boilermaker has the build of a true defensive end who can be productive against the run and the pass.
18) Miami Dolphins: Jonah Savaiinaea, OL, Arizona
The 2024 NFL season has again shown that the Miami Dolphins must keep adding to the offensive line. Jonah Savaiinaea, who predominantly plays right tackle for Arizona, has the potential to be a key addition.
Having played tackle and guard in Tucson, Savaiinaea has the flexibility to play across the offensive line. He also has the highly energized burst, explosive lateral movement, and strong anchor to stick at tackle at the next level. Yet, Savaiinaea could also kick inside, where his 6’5” and 330-pound frame and prolific power profile can lock down a starting spot.
19) Seattle Seahawks: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
With a potential out in an aging Tyler Lockett’s contract in 2025, the Seahawks could look to add another blue-chip talent at the receiver position.
Imagine…DK Metcalf, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Tetairoa McMillan.
McMillan is an outstanding receiver who thrives on the perimeter, where he can use his rare length and range to overwhelm at the catch point.
At 6’5” and 210 pounds, the Wildcats’ receiver has been ultra-productive, recording 90 catches for 1,402 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2023, and has started the 2024 season just as strong. With underrated athleticism, cunning route running, and a physical separator, McMillan could be drafted as high as the top 10.
5 Catches 199 yards 3TDs 4:21 left in the 2nd Q. WR1 #2025NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/2tfD7icJ0v
— Ray G (@RayGQue) September 1, 2024
20) Pittsburgh Steelers: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Emeka Egbuka is an ultra-productive weapon with a smooth release and technical route running. Thought of highly in 2023 after an unbelievable 1,151 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2022, an injury-plagued season hampered the Buckeyes’ receiver’s draft stock, leading him to opt to return to school.
In 2024, Egbuka is starting to show why he was so highly regarded. With elite change of direction, short-area quickness, and advanced route nuances, the Ohio State product showcases his immense intelligence and distinguished ability to manipulate space.
21) Green Bay Packers: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
Shavon Revel Jr. had become a small-school riser early in the season, and his draft stock was reaching the upper echelons of 2025 NFL mock drafts. However, the ECU standout has suffered a torn ACL, meaning he will miss the remainder of the season, pre-draft workouts, and all-star games. The injury may see Revel slip down boards again, but his skill set is still extremely enticing.
Pairing elite athleticism with elite length, Revel is an urgent, explosive athlete with sharp agility and awareness. Through the first three games of the 2024 season, the Pirate had two interceptions (one for a touchdown), displaying his instinctual knack for finding the football.
22) New Orleans Saints: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Colston Loveland would provide a different weapon for Derek Carr and the Saints’ offense, which has been humming so far in 2024. The Michigan TE is a dominant pass catcher, bringing size (6’5” and 245 pounds), athleticism, and willing blocking.
The highly thought-of TE is the Wolverines’ go-to weapon and a mismatch on passing downs. Loveland is a good route runner with a sharp change of direction and the physicality to catch and fight through traffic.
23) Cincinnati Bengals: Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
Isaiah Bond has extraordinary speed. But the Texas WR is more than a speedster.
Bond has the ability to control his speed and go through the gears that he uses to manipulate defenders with his instant burst. The Longhorns’ elusive weapon is a field stretcher who is able to break in and out of his routes snappily, where he is dynamic as an RAC threat.
Arch Manning to Isaiah Bond.
56-yard dot. pic.twitter.com/FGXeuTX2eY
— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_OTF) September 22, 2024
24) New York Jets: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Aaron Rodgers is in New York for now, but the Jets need to start considering a succession plan for their future. Shedeur Sanders comes with the fame and hype that the NY media will pounce on, and sitting and learning behind the experienced Rodgers will only boost the Colorado quarterback’s chances in the NFL.
Sanders possesses pin-point accuracy, ball placement, and above-average arm strength. He also processes quickly and has enough athleticism to navigate the pocket and take over from Rodgers when the time comes.
25) Baltimore Ravens: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
Aireontae Ersey is a man mountain and has the strength of an ox. The 6’6”, 336-pound behemoth is one of the strongest players in college football and overwhelms opposition with his tyrannical power profile.
The physically gifted Minnesota OT also displays impressive athleticism to survive playing on an island in the NFL.
26) Dallas Cowboys: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Ashton Jeanty has started the 2024 season in terrific style, rushing for 586 yards, averaging 10.5 yards per attempt, and scoring nine touchdowns in just three games!
Combined with his 2023 season, which saw the Boise St product register 1,347 yards and 14 touchdowns, the star running back’s résumé is starting to look complete as a Heisman Trophy contender.
The Broncos’ starman can be the answer to the Cowboys’ running game woes. Jeanty’s vision, physicality, and footwork could take Dallas’ rushing attack to the next level. As one of college football’s most productive rushers, the 5’9”, 217-pound wrecking ball breaks tackles for fun and is reliable in pass protection.
27) Buffalo Bills: Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
A robust and powerful receiver, Elic Ayomanor is improving his draft stock weekly with his ability to make highlight-reel plays. The Stanford receiver has a powerful 6’1” and 210-pound frame that he uses to his advantage.
Ayomanor remarkably soaks up contact off the snap with his physicality while remaining balanced and controlled. More impressively, the Cardinal’s wideout also displays a diverse route tree, impressive speed, and ability to dominate at the catch point.
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— Pro Football Network (@PFN365) September 25, 2024
28) Detroit Lions: J.T. Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State
J.T. Tuimoloau feels like a Lions-type player. More of a traditional defensive end who thrives with his hands in the dirt, the Buckeyes’ defender is able to shed blocks with his upper body strength, generating power from his 6’4”, 270-pound frame.
A tough, physical prospect, Tuimoloau is a stout run defender who also plays with high football intelligence and instinctual recognition to get after the passer.
29) Houston Texans: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
A freak athlete, Kenneth Grant is one of the top nose tackles in the 2025 NFL Draft. With potent power, the Michigan DT overpowers blockers. And at 6’3” and 339 pounds, he fills running lanes.
Grant has the hand placement, non-stop motor, and toughness to thrive against the run while maintaining the potential to grow as a pass rusher due to his quick first step.
30) Philadelphia Eagles: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
A lack of pass rush has hindered the Eagles so far in 2024, and they could revisit a position that GM Howie Roseman loves to draft in 2025. While undersized at 6’2” and 245 pounds, Jalon Walker has stood out for Georgia at the start of the CFB season.
The Bulldogs’ pass rusher has higher-end athleticism and a more powerful strength profile than his size suggests. With an arsenal of skill moves, Walker has the fluid movement and flexible body control to succeed in the NFL; he just needs more experience rushing off the edge.
31) San Francisco 49ers: Tacario Davis, CB, Arizona
At 6’4” and 195 pounds, Tacario Davis has unnatural length that allows him to jam receivers and dominate when the ball is in the air. The Arizona CB has the physicality to match up in press and the fluid acceleration to limit separation.
With the Wildcats, Davis has displayed keen recognition and awareness while having the natural intelligence to leverage his size to maximum effect.
32) Kansas City Chiefs: Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
Tyleik Williams, a versatile and scheme-friendly interior presence, would provide the Chiefs with a more consistent interior presence alongside Chris Jones. The Ohio State defender is aggressive at the point of attack and has a high floor as a run defender.
At 6’3” and 327 pounds, Williams has a compact frame to succeed as a run stuffer. At the same time, the Buckeyes’ DT also possesses enough athleticism to generate leverage and momentum and be a developing, disruptive presence against the pass.