We're already into month two of the 2024-25 NFL season and the landscape looks nothing like we anticipated just a few weeks ago. The top portion of the 2025 NFL Draft order features some expected teams and others we never would've guessed.
Every NFL team currently owns its first-round pick, so all 32 teams are included in this 2025 NFL Mock Draft. Let's dive into the players, scheme fits, and more as we project the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Please note that the draft order is set using the real-time order at the time of publishing (during Sunday Night Football). Click on each player's name to read their full scouting report.
1. New England Patriots
Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
While they might be able to trade back a few spots and get more draft capital, there will be no trades because this is the first TDN mock with the live draft order. The Patriots have one primary goal this offseason: Fix the offensive line. Kelvin Banks Jr. is the clear choice for OT1 as of right now in a class that may only have 3-4 true tackles go in the top 32. Drake Maye is the future and he has to be kept clean in the pocket.
2. Cincinnati Bengals
Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Bengals need to figure out several things on defense, but generating a consistent pass rush is at the top of the list. Nic Scourton has come alive in recent weeks and is pushing to be EDGE1 in the class. With Trey Hendrickson's future in Cincinnati uncertain, addressing the defensive line is paramount. This may seem high for Scourton now, but it might seem about right once we get into winter.
3. Jacksonville Jaguars
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
This was a tough call between Will Johnson and Travis Hunter, but I'm starting to lean toward Hunter transitioning to wide receiver as his primary position. Given the money spent there by Jacksonville and the need for an elite CB, Johnson gets the nod. Johnson is the best CB in the class and could arguably be the best overall player. He's the instant CB1 for the Jaguars.
4. Los Angeles Rams
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
The Rams' offensive line play has been battered and bruised all season long. While it's tempting to add another weapon here, Los Angeles has enough stars to succeed if they can shore up their front five. Will Campbell is a plug-and-play starter as the Rams' long-term LT.
5. Cleveland Browns
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
What should the Browns do? Give up on Deshaun Watson, pay him to ride the pine, and draft a quarterback for the present and future. What will the Browns do? I don't know. Jimmy Haslam is the ultimate decider when it comes to Watson playing or not and typically team owners don't want to cut bait on their bad investments when there's no financial benefit to do so. If that's the case, then the team will pivot to the unicorn that is Travis Hunter. He can step in as the WR1 to replace Amari Cooper and will generate some excitement among the fan base that will be sorely needed if they run Watson back out as the starting QB in 2025.
6. Carolina Panthers
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
"Deion Sanders would never let his son go to the Panthers." This is the time of year when this stuff gets brought up. Yet, it seldom happens. Remember when Caleb Williams was going to avoid the Bears or not sign unless he got team ownership? I'll believe we'll get another Eli Manning situation the next time it actually happens. Instead, knowing there is no real safety net option in free agency, let's take a fresh swing at a young quarterback with Dave Canales. Shedeur Sanders is my early QB1 because of his arm talent and ability to thrive amongst the chaos in the pocket. I'm excited to see how he grows under NFL coaching.
7. Tennessee Titans
Cam Ward, QB, Miami
Will Levis may be the starting quarterback for now, but our eyes tell us that Mason Rudolph led the most effective version of the Titans' offense when he had the opportunity. But neither one is the Titans' QB of the future. Brian Callahan is an offensive-minded coach who will have an opportunity to find "his guy" for his offense in the 2025 NFL Draft. Cam Ward is that guy. Ward has had some lows when it comes to early-game turnovers, but man does he have some moxie. He's clutch in big moments, a true leader of men in the huddle, and oozes talent. He's a great fit in Callahan's offense.
8. Miami Dolphins
Mason Graham, IDL, Michigan
I don't expect Tua Tagovailoa to retire, nor do I expect the Dolphins to move on from him in any capacity. With that being the case, there's no reason to take a quarterback here. Almost everyone on Miami's defensive line is playing on an expiring contract this season. Pair that with the loss of Christian Wilkins in free agency, and there's a clear hole to fill here in Round 1. Mason Graham is a dominant force and a massive disruptor on the defensive line and the clear IDL1 right now.
9. New York Jets
Malaki Starks, SAF, Georgia
All of the Jets' safeties are pending free agents and the team needs to upgrade that unit regardless. Malaki Starks can do everything needed from a modern safety at a high level. He can be a true chess piece in the defensive backfield for New York.
10. Las Vegas Raiders
Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
The Raiders simply cannot go into next season without taking a chance on a young quarterback. Quinn Ewers is flying under the radar because he's missed the last two games with an injury, but he's very much alive in the QB1 conversation right now. Ewers has all the tools—arm talent, accuracy, football IQ, mobility—to be a quality starting quarterback in the NFL.
11. Arizona Cardinals
Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Although the playoffs aren't out of the question this season after the Cardinals upset the 49ers, the defense has a ways to go if Arizona wants to even think about the postseason in 2024 or 2025. Fixing the pass rush is where I'd start and Abdul Carter would be a sensational addition in the desert. Carter has high-end pass-rush upside and the versatility to play multiple spots on the second level.
12. Indianapolis Colts
Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
Indianapolis must address its secondary and I love the Benjamin Morrison fit. He's a smart, physical outside corner who can form a long-term duo with JuJu Brents. Plus, there's a small tier drop to the next group of cornerbacks after Morrison.
13. San Francisco 49ers
Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU
San Francisco has a clear weakness at right tackle that needs to be addressed at some point. Emery Jones Jr. gets lost in the shuffle with Campbell on the opposite side at LSU but he is a large, strong right tackle who should continue to help the 49ers' running game thrive.
14. New York Giants
Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
Whether it's a new GM and head coach picking "their guy" to start their run or one last desperate attempt to save their jobs for Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen, I expect the Giants to draft a quarterback with their top pick. Jalen Milroe has seen his draft stock rise after a strong September and he's one of the more intriguing QB prospects to evaluate. He's a true weapon with his legs and has improved as a passer year-over-year. New York finally gets a QB to build around and to get the ball to their young WR options.
15. Philadelphia Eagles
Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Given how many free agents the Eagles have in their front seven, adding a toolsy edge rusher like Mykel Williams is highly intriguing. Williams has the measurables and athleticism desired for the position, especially if he stays on the edge instead of playing inside—he's played in several spots on the defensive line for Georgia.
16. New Orleans Saints
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Rashid Shaheed is a nice deep threat but he's not consistent enough to be even a WR2 in a top offense. Tetairoa McMillan isn't having a perfect season, but he's had some high peaks and elite traits everywhere except straight-line speed. Having a 1A/1B like McMillan and Chris Olave would scare a lot of defensive coordinators.
17. Dallas Cowboys
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
If there were ever a draft to spend a premium pick on a running back it's this one. Early returns say less than 20 players will have first-round grades—which means individual teams may have as few as a dozen given scheme and body-type thresholds. The Cowboys desperately need to upgrade their rushing attack and need to do so inexpensively. Ashton Jeanty is the clear RB1 in the class with a special skill set to make an immediate impact as a rookie.
18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
You can never have enough quality pass rushers and Joe Tryon-Shoyinka is playing on an expiring contract. James Pearce Jr. has some things he needs to work on defending the run, but he's a stud on passing downs with the ability to make a major year-one impact in Tampa. Todd Bowles loves to turn up the pressure and would likely love to work with and mold a player like Pearce Jr.
19. Los Angeles Chargers
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
There's an obvious Michigan connection here with Jim Harbaugh and Colston Loveland, but it's also a position of need. Hayden Hurst and Will Dissly aren't going to cut it as the top option when you have an opportunity to add a talent like Loveland. Can Loveland be Harbaugh's new Vernon Davis?
20. Seattle Seahawks
Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
I'm concerned about the long-term status of Abe Lucas' knee. Former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll described Lucas' 2023 injury as "chronic" and he's missed the start of the 2024 season on PUP. Although he's Minnesota's primary let tackle, Aireontae Ersery played right tackle in college at one point. Ersery is a high-upside player who'll boost Seattle's running game right away.
21. Denver Broncos
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
The Broncos need to add more weapons around Bo Nix and I love the idea of adding a versatile receiver like Luther Burden III to the mix. Burden III can play all over the offense and be a YAC machine in the quick passing game. He's the perfect complement to Courtland Sutton.
22. Baltimore Ravens
Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Baltimore has a hole to fill at left tackle with Ronnie Stanley on an expiring contract. Josh Simmons is having a strong season for Ohio State. The combination of athleticism and power gives Simmons the ability to develop into the Ravens' new franchise left tackle.
23. Chicago Bears
Jonah Savaiinaea, OT/OG, Arizona
Offensive line additions are at the forefront of Bears fans' minds—and probably Caleb Williams' mind too. Jonah Savaiinaea plays right tackle in college but appears destined to be kicked inside at the NFL level. With plenty of offensive weapons under contract, the only focus on that side of the ball for the Bears is improving the offensive line, particularly the interior.
24. Green Bay Packers
Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State
New Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley played Cover 1 defense nearly half the time in 2023 at Boston College. If that trend carries over to Green Bay, they'll need to add a corner that can excel in man-to-man coverage as a primary focus. Enter Denzel Burke, who has the speed, footwork, and technique to be a shutdown man cover corner who can replace a player like Eric Stokes, who's a pending free agent.
25. Buffalo Bills
Deone Walker, IDL, Kentucky
Continuing to build out of the defensive line is never a bad thing and Deone Walker has the potential to be a major disruptor in the passing game. He has some things to work on to truly be a stout run defender, but he's ready to make an impact on the quarterback in the NFL right now.
26. Atlanta Falcons
Jalon Walker, LB/EDGE, Georgia
Maybe the Falcons will add some players who they'll let play right away this year. Let's start at edge rusher, where the Falcons simply must be better. Jalon Walker is listed as a linebacker but he has exciting upside as a primary pass rusher if he can also hold his own when runs are directed his way.
27. Pittsburgh Steelers
Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
Isaiah Bond has played his way into the first round this season and would provide Pittsburgh with another multi-level weapon alongside George Pickens. It was tempting to take a passer here, but right now I'd guess they either re-sign Justin Fields or find another veteran option. In the meantime, Bond delivers whoever that quarterback is an instant deep threat.
28. Detroit Lions
Kenneth Grant, IDL, Michigan
Kenneth Grant stays in Michigan and helps bolster the Lions' defensive front. With the first-round EDGEs off the board, Detroit turns to a high-motor player who can align pretty much anywhere on the line.
29. Washington Commanders
Tacario Davis, CB, Arizona
Tacario Davis is an intriguing cornerback prospect with good length, competitiveness, and ball skills. Washington's secondary is badly in need of upgrades and the 6-foot-4 corner out of Arizona looks like he can be a partial answer to the Commanders' coverage woes.
30. Houston Texans
Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
While adding to the defense is certainly in play here, drafting a running back for both 2025 and beyond is a need. Joe Mixon has missed some time already this season and it's affecting the max output of Houston's offense. Mixon will be back in 2025 and can share the backfield with a rookie before his contract is easily cuttable/movable in 2026. Quinshon Judkins may have the highest upside of any rusher in this class. The combination of speed, power, and youth should be appealing to any offense.
31. Minnesota Vikings
Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
Boosting the cornerback room for 2025 and beyond is a definite need in Minnesota with seven players at the position set to see their contracts expire after the season. Maxwell Hairston has strong ball skills and should thrive in Brian Flores' defense.
32. Kansas City Chiefs
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
More pass-catching weapons are needed for Patrick Mahomes, especially if Travis Kelce is slowing down. Rashee Rice could be suspended to start the 2025 season and who the WR2 will be is up in the air. Emeka Egbuka is a strong route-runner and RAC threat that can quickly become a staple of Andy Reid's offensive attack.
