Preseason football is underway and that means we're closer to college football kicking off. I went into the lab and cooked up a fun pre-season 2025 NFL mock draft. Let me know how you feel about your favorite team's pick. Hate, love, indifferent? Let your voice be heard. Football is BACK!
Please note, the draft order is set using the reverse order of Super Bowl betting odds. Click on each player's name to read their full scouting report.
2025 NFL Mock Draft
1. Carolina Panthers
Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Brian Burns is in New York with the Giants and the Carolina Panthers need a long-term pass rusher on their roster. Mykel Williams provides alignment flexibility with an incredible height, weight, and arm length combination to develop into a high-end pass rusher.
2. New England Patriots
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
For now, the franchise's future at quarterback has been checked off the New England Patriots' list. Their biggest need is a long-term answer at LT. Will Campbell adds strength and physicality to match their run game and stability as a blindside protector for Drake Maye.
3. Denver Broncos
Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
Garett Bolles' contract is up at the end of the season and he is north of 30 years old. Protecting Bo Nix is of high priority. Aireontae Ersery is a big riser in the OT class. His combination of strength, athleticism, and efficiency will help Sean Payton's offense.
4. New York Giants
Carson Beck, QB, Georgia
Daniel Jones is not the answer at QB in the Big Apple. The New York Giants have a good group of young and athletic pass-catchers but lack a quality passer. Insert Carson Beck into this offense and allow him the opportunity to bring stability and efficiency to help them return to winning ways.
5. Tennessee Titans
James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
You can never have too many pass rushers and the Tennessee Titans need someone opposite of Harold Landry. James Pearce Jr. has a good first step and bends to effectively win the corner against opposing OTs.
6. Washington Commanders
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
With Emmanuel Forbes struggling mightily as a rookie, the Washington Commanders have a major need at the CB position. Will Johnson brings a true CB1 to the Commanders' secondary. Johnson will undoubtedly fit Dan Quinn's defensive system and give him a playmaker in the secondary.
7. New Orleans Saints
Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
Doubling down on the offensive line is never a bad idea. Taliese Fuaga is showcasing dual-side versatility, playing LT and RT. Kelvin Banks Jr. is well-experienced at LT and combines athleticism with strength to move people in the run game.
8. Las Vegas Raiders
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Antonio Pierce said the Las Vegas Raiders offense will not be expected to put up 30 points a game. That is a direct correlation to their lackluster QB situation. By adding Shedeur Sanders, who is a plus-level athlete with good arm talent and accuracy at all levels of the field, this offense will have a face to build around.
9. Arizona Cardinals
Mason Graham, IDL, Michigan
The Arizona Cardinals are expected to make plenty of noise offensively in 2024 but their defense needs more talent in the trenches. Mason Graham would create a terrorizing IDL duo on third downs with Darius Robinson and a healthy BJ Ojulari returning from a torn ACL.
10. Minnesota Vikings
Deone Walker, IDL, Kentucky
Dallas Turner looks the part from his first NFL action in Week 1 of the preseason. Pairing him with Deone Walker with Brian Flores calling the defensive plays is sure to make opposing QBs lose sleep at night.
11. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Donovan Jackson, IOL, Ohio State
Baker Mayfield proved to be a good QB worth buying into with his 2023 performance. Improving the protection of the IOL is paramount for their sustained success. Donovan Jackson is a reliable blocker who blends athleticism, size, and length to handle various styles of rushers in the NFL.
12. Indianapolis Colts
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Build around your budding star QB! The Indianapolis Colts have a plan for Anthony Richardson and have shown they will give him the weapons necessary for success. Colston Loveland could be the final piece and help mend their biggest weakness offensively, the tight end position. His blend of athleticism, ball skills, catch radius, and blocking upside is a great match for Shane Stechien's offense.
13. Seattle Seahawks
Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
Geno Smith's contract situation will be a talking point this offseason. If he isn't retained, I could see the team going with a high-upside, big-armed, elite athlete at the QB position. Jalen Milroe checks those boxes. Mike McDonald knows what it's like coaching against Lamar Jackson in practice with the Ravens. Milroe has untapped potential and a high ceiling.
14. Pittsburgh Steelers
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers have needs at both WR and CB. Why not select a prospect who is one of the best at both positions in the draft? If they can fix one of the positions through free agency, Travis Hunter can walk into camp with a solidified role/plan. He is a top-five player in the country and the draft class. Landing him here would be a steal for Pittsburgh.
15. Jacksonville Jaguars
Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU
Both Walker Little and Cam Robinson are entering contract years and losing two OTs would hurt. Emery Jones Jr. is a strong-handed puncher with the patience and technique to be a reliable RT in the NFL.
16. Los Angeles Chargers
Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Khalil Mack will be a free agent (possibly retired) after the season and Joey Bosa has two years left on his deal. Abdul Carter is an explosive edge rusher with pass-rush moves and the upside to be a legitimate threat off the edges for Jesse Minter's defensive front.
17. Cleveland Browns
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Amari Cooper and the Browns could be heading for a mutual split after the season. If so, adding one of the best WRs in the draft would be smart. Deshaun Watson will need help and Tetairoa McMillan is a Tee Higgins/Mike Evans type of X-receiver with inside alignment flexibility. His ball skills and high-pointing abilities are outstanding. This would be a nice addition to the Browns offense.
18. Chicago Bears
Tate Ratledge, IOL, Georgia
Caleb Williams and this Chicago Bears offense is expected to be better than we've seen in years. Adding Tate Ratledge to the offensive line will increase the pocket protection for Williams and add more punch/physicality to their ground attack.
19. Los Angeles Rams
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
As Cooper Kupp gets older, the Los Angeles Rams should prioritize a young, talented WR to mold for the future alongside Puka Nacua. Emeka Egbuka is the ideal candidate for this role. He can play outside and inside with great route-running, tempo, and pacing. Sean McVay would be the offensive mind to get the best out of Egbuka's skill set.
20. Miami Dolphins
Kenneth Grant, IDL, Michigan
The Miami Dolphins added more youth and explosiveness off the edges during the 2024 NFL Draft. This approach needs to happen in 2025 for their IDL. After losing Christian Wilkins to free agency, Kenneth Grant could be a nice replacement. Grant brings a similar style of play to Wilkins as a quick and athletic pass-rushing IDL. This defensive front needs a potential impact player on the interior, and Grant gives them that.
21. Atlanta Falcons
Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
A.J. Terrell is playing in the fifth and final year of his rookie contract. If he is re-signed, the Atlanta Falcons' need for CB help remains. Benjamin Morrison is one of the most technically sound and patient CBs in the draft. If the Falcons can pair him with Terrell on a long-term extension, their CB room can be one of the best in the league.
22. New York Jets
Malaki Starks, SAF, Georgia
The New York Jets could use a young QB to sit behind (or take over for) Aaron Rodgers. That said, if he is playing at his standard level in 2024 and returns in 2025, adding more firepower on defense is the way to go. Malaki Starks is one of the top defenders and game-changers in the draft. With Starks as the single-high safety with their defensive front and Sauce Gardner outside at CB, this defense will own the top spot again.
23. Green Bay Packers
Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
Next offseason, Preston Smith could become a cap casualty. If Lukas Van Ness doesn't take a step forward as a pass rusher, questions will be raised. Nic Scourton is a productive and talented edge rusher. He blends athleticism, hand usage, and a devasting spin move to be an impactful two-laned rusher off the edges. He would pair well with Rashan Gary.
24. Buffalo Bills
J.T. Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State
The Buffalo Bills could opt to cut bait with EDGE Von Miller post-June 1 next offseason if his play doesn't warrant the money. J.T. Tuimoloau would give them a young, physically gifted EDGE defender to develop opposite of Greg Rousseau on Sean McDermott's defensive front.
25. Dallas Cowboys
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
CeeDee Lamb's contract drama is front and center for the Dallas Cowboys. Regardless of when he is re-signed, they still need WR help. Luther Burden III would be a great fit with Lamb. Hopefully, Dak Prescott will remain to be their QB1 for the foreseeable future. A tandem of Lamb and Burden would give the Cowboys two great and physical run-after-catch threats with the football in their hands.
26. Cincinnati Bengals
Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia
Another year, another Georiga Bulldog TE mocked to the Cincinnati Bengals. They selected two TEs in the 2024 NFL Draft but they are uncertain options. Delp is going into the 2024 season as "The Guy" with Brock Bowers gone. His blend of size, strength, and athleticism would be a great fit with Joe Burrow to control the middle of the field.
27. Houston Texans
Walter Nolen, IDL, Ole Miss
The Houston Texans are preparing to put together another great season in 2024. They will benefit from adding more power, explosiveness, and youth to their interior defensive line. Walter Nolen is a great option for them. With a pass-rush duo of Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, Nolen could be the powerful disruptive IDL they need to complete their front.
28. Philadelphia Eagles
Jonah Savaiinaea, OT/OG, Arizona
The Philadelphia Eagles are playoff and Super Bowl contenders. Their approach to the draft should be adding impact talents who are ready to contribute. Jonah Savaiinaea is the guy I'd choose. For a team that loves to be physical running the football, Savaiinaea can play either RT or OG. Early on, he can play inside at guard and learn from Lane Johnson, potentially taking over the RT spot when he retires.
29. Detroit Lions
Patrick Payton, EDGE, Florida State
The Detroit Lions are a few steps away from being top Super Bowl contenders. Continuing to improve their defense is the direction I'd take. Patrick Payton would bring the juice and speed-to-power rushing ability to collapse the pocket opposite of their stud Aidan Hutchinson.
30. Baltimore Ravens
Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
Elic Ayomanor would give Lamar Jackson that big-body outside receiver he has been needing. Ayomanor is physical and strong, and he wins 50/50 contested catches down the field. Zay Flowers would be the WR1 but Ayomanor can feast outside the numbers and down the field off play-action.
31. San Francisco 49ers
Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
The right tackle spot has been a concern for the 49ers for a while now. Blake Miller is an ideal fit for their west coast, zone-based run scheme. He brings the strength and lateral movement skills to be an upgrade for their offensive line.
32. Kansas City Chiefs
Sebastian Castro, CB, Iowa
Sebastian Castro comes off as a "Spags" type of defensive back. His experience at both CB, SAF, and LB would be exciting within the Kansas City Chiefs' defensive secondary. Castro is super instinctive with good range and physicality. He will play wherever he is needed in the secondary. Great fit both ways.
