2025 NFL Mock Draft: New Players You Need To Know
Through one month of the college football season, there have been several risers on both offense and defense, many of whom are deserving of first-round buzz. Here is a 2025 NFL mock draft with several new names that need to be on your radar for the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft.
2025 NFL Mock Draft
1. Las Vegas Raiders: Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The Raiders need excitement at quarterback, and Ward is the definition of a playmaker. He’s been the best quarterback in the country so far and has the most upside of any passer in the draft. His pinpoint accuracy has really stood out this season, and Ward is a threat with his legs too. The Raiders have some quality pieces offensively, and Ward has the talent to help them compete in a division featuring Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert.
2. Carolina Panthers: Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
Quarterback could be an option here, but they need to just get good football players on their roster. Hunter would pair nicely with Jaycee Horn at cornerback or could step in and be their wide receiver one. This team needs a lot of help, and Hunter could fill a lot of needs. One could argue he’s WR1 and CB1 in this class.
3. New England Patriots: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
If the Patriots are going to protect Drake Maye, they’ll need to address left tackle. Simmons is the most naturally gifted left tackle in the draft, with many similarities to Vikings star Christian Darrisaw. He’s taken another massive leap this season and should be the clear favorite to end up as the top tackle in the draft. All in all, Simmons has Pro Bowl upside and is the perfect pick for a team in desperate need of a franchise tackle.
4. Cleveland Browns: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
With the way Deshaun Watson has played this season, Cleveland needs to draft a quarterback. Their roster is ready to compete for a championship outside of quarterback and ironing out the offensive line. Ewers would fit in perfectly in Kevin Stefanski’s scheme and was excellent against Michigan in a tough road test. Additionally, Ewers’ progression over the last few years will be very intriguing for teams picking high in the draft.
5. Tennessee Titans: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
The most explosive player in the draft, Walker can get to the quarterback in the blink of an eye. His speed is off the charts, and he has the ability to bend really well. Against the run, Walker can set the edge and make plays in the backfield.
Impressively, he’s been the best player on Georgia so far this season and has the versatility to line up all over the field on defense. The Titans have improved their defensive line but are missing a true number-one rusher, which Walker can be at the next level.
6. New York Giants: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Another team in desperate need of a quarterback, the Giants will probably have to take one in the first round. Sanders doesn’t have high-end upside, but he’s incredibly accurate. Additionally, his athleticism and lack of arm strength are a little bit of a concern, but there is a path to him being a Geno Smith with a lesser arm at the next level. Getting out of Daniel Jones’ contract and bringing in Sanders could be the reset the Giants need.
7. Denver Broncos: LT Overton, EDGE, Alabama
One of the biggest risers so far this season, Overton might end up even higher than seven by the end of the season. He possesses freakish athleticism for such a strong player and can convert speed to power with ease.
Overton is stout against the run and very effective on stunts. The Broncos are another team in need of a true number-one pass rusher, and Overton possesses those traits. He is in the same mold as Rashan Gary and Travon Walker, who went very high in the draft.
8. Los Angeles Rams: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Rams have gotten consistent pressure this season, but their secondary can’t hold up. Johnson might not have elite speed, but he fits the Rams scheme perfectly. He possesses natural ball skills and a great feel in zone coverage. Unfortunately, the Rams don’t have many needs outside of cornerback and linebacker; they just can’t seem to stay healthy this season.
9. Jacksonville Jaguars: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Even though the Jaguars have struggled this season, they don’t have many glaring needs. It looks like Brian Thomas Jr. was a home run pick, but adding a player like Burden III with a different skill set would give the Jaguars one of the best groups of pass catchers in the NFL. Trevor Lawrence is a good quarterback, but he might need high-end weapons to help the Jaguars compete with the Texans.
10. Arizona Cardinals: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Right now, Carter can’t defend the run, but it is hard to deny his ability as a rusher. He got off to a slow start against West Virginia but has picked up his play in the last two weeks versus Illinois and UCLA. In the end, he can be the Hasson Reddick in Jonathan Gannon’s defense, which is a critical role.
11. Miami Dolphins: Armand Membou, OL, Missouri
One of my favorite players in the 2025 NFL Draft class, Membou, can play all five positions and be a quality starter. He’s an effortless mover, with incredible grip strength, and body control.
Meanwhile, the Dolphins offensive line is a mess and has been for a few years. The health of Terron Armstead is uncertain, too, which would make Membou’s versatility even more valuable. Overall, Membou is a perfect scheme fit, and he has Pro Bowl potential.
12. Indianapolis Colts: Malaki Starks, DS, Georgia
Cornerback could also be the direction the Colts go in. However, they need to address the secondary as a whole. Starks has the best ball skills of any safety in the draft and is a big-time playmaker. There are definitely some bad reps on his tape, but he has the potential to be a top-five safety in the NFL.
13. Los Angeles Chargers: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
It is hard to think Jim Harbaugh won’t draft one of his former players in the first round next year, and with Graham still here at 13, he’s hard to pass up. The Chargers haven’t had a good interior defensive line for a long time and are missing a penetrating 3-tech. Overall, the Chargers defense is a work in progress, but Graham would help expedite their rebuild.
14. Seattle Seahawks: Cam Williams, OT, Texas
It has been difficult for Abraham Lucas to stay healthy, forcing Seattle to play backup tackles for most of the last two seasons. Williams is one of the few true offensive tackles in the class, and he has great athleticism and power. This is an upside play, but Seattle can have him sit behind Lucas to begin his career.
15. Pittsburgh Steelers: Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
The Steelers are missing deep speed at wide receiver right now, but they are also in need of a quality separator. Bond would provide both and pair nicely with George Pickens and Roman Wilson. Unfortunately, this is one of the worst receiver rooms in the NFL, and it must be addressed early in a weak wide receiver class.
16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: James Pearce Jr., DE, Tennessee
A player who many predicted would be the first pick going into the year, Pearce Jr. hasn’t lived up to the hype this season. The talent is there, but Pearce Jr. hasn’t been close to as productive as last season. Tampa Bay has Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and Yaya Diaby, but Tryon-Shoyinka will be going into his last year, and Pearce Jr. could take over for him once he leaves.
17. Chicago Bears: Marcus Mbow, OL, Purdue
The most fun offensive lineman to watch in the 2025 NLF Draft, Mbow has rare pop in his hands. Not only that, but he is also a loose athlete who can redirect his body with ease. Notably, Mbow has so many wow blocks on film and is a very consistent player.
The Bears desperately need to improve their offensive line to keep Caleb Williams upright. Mbow has the makings of an All-Pro.
18. New Orleans Saints: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
The Saints have a lot of needs on offense, but it doesn’t hurt to try and make your defense elite. Grant is a very good run stuffer who has flashed as a pass rusher this season. He’ll test well at the NFL Combine, and players of that size don’t last very long in the first round.
19. Cincinnati Bengals: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
With the way Jeanty has played this season, there is a good chance he won’t make it to 19. He’s one of the Heisman favorites and has been rushing for 100 yards in the first half of pretty much every game. The Bengals are always mocked running backs but never take them, so it is hard to know if this is the year they pull the trigger. Ultimately, Jeanty’s contact balance is the best in this class, and he is a threat to score on every play.
20. Atlanta Falcons: Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky
There isn’t a clear projection with Walker to the next level, but he’s a prospect whose size and traits will get him drafted in the first round. When he’s on, Walker is very quick for his size and can rush the passer. Walker must improve his pad level and consistency. Still, Raheem Morris would figure out how to get the most out of Walker’s ability.
21. New York Jets: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
This could end up being a spot for a quarterback, depending on how the rest of the season goes, but the Jets will need a big-bodied wideout to replace Allen Lazard and Mike Williams. McMillan isn’t a great separator, but he’s good enough at the catch point to warrant a high selection.
He is a prospect more in the mold of rookie WR Keon Coleman, but this is a much worse wide receiver class the the 2024 NFL Draft class was. In then end, you’ll be keeping an eye on McMillan for your dynasty and Devy rosters as well.
22. Washington Commanders: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
One of the biggest surprise teams this season, it looks like the Commanders have found their quarterback. They will need to protect him, and Andrew Wylie is more of a stop-gap at right tackle. Ersery doesn’t have left tackle feet, but he is long and has improved a lot in pass protection this season. How well Jayden Daniels runs will help make Ersery’s transition to the NFL easier.
23. Dallas Cowboys: Kamari Ramsey, DS, USC
An old-school style safety with high-end athleticism, Ramsey is the perfect modern-day safety. Mike Zimmer’s defense always had quality safeties in Minnesota and is missing that in Dallas. Ramsey comes downhill like he was shot out of a cannon and is excellent in coverage. Ultimately, he’s the backend enforcer that Dallas needs to go and get early in the draft.
24. Green Bay Packers: Mykel Williams, DE, Georgia
It is tough to project Williams, who hasn’t played much due to injury this season. He was good in 2023 but not worthy of a top 10 selection based on that tape alone. The Packers have drafted a lot of Georgia prospects early, and Williams would be a good value here in this 2025 NLF mock draft. The whole Packers edge room has disappointed this season, which is why they might look to add another in the first round.
25. Philadelphia Eagles: Kelvin Banks Jr., OL, Texas
Where exactly a team feels comfortable playing Banks Jr. is the biggest question. He is a great college left tackle but lacks the measurables to play there in the NFL. Philadelphia will have a need at right guard after this season if they don’t feel Tyler Steen can man that spot, and eventually Banks could take over for Jordan Mailata at left tackle.
26. Houston Texans: Jordan Phillips, DT, Maryland
The most underrated defensive tackle in the draft, Phillips has been excellent for Maryland this season. He is hard to move in the run game, as he has elite play strength and a fantastic anchor. Additionally, as a pass rusher, Phillips flashes a very good spin move, which is rare for a player of his size. The Texans don’t have a true game-changer at defensive tackle, which Phillips has the talent to be.
27. Detroit Lions: Anto Saka, DE, Northwestern
In an edge class where many guys have underperformed, Saka has dominated every week this season. He is the quickest edge rusher in the class, with the speed and acceleration to get to the quarterback. Saka can corner with ease and works counters off of his speed rush. He’s going to be great on stunts and twists in the NFL too. The Lions have Aidan Hutchinson along the edge and no one else. Saka and Hutchinson would be a hard duo for opposing teams to stop.
28. Buffalo Bills: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
The question has been health the last two years for Matt Milano, who has a pretty big cap hit heading into next season. Terrel Bernard can take over his role, and Campbell would fit in nicely next to him. There is a chance they feel comfortable with Dorian Williams as the number two, but Campbell is too good to pass up here.
29. Baltimore Ravens: Jude Bowry, OT, Boston College
The Ravens may lose Ronnie Stanley in free agency, leaving them with a hole at left tackle. Bowry has left tackle size, length, and foot quickness. He is a natural knee-bender, who can handle both speed and power. He has gotten better every week this season and can displace defenders in the run game. If he continues on this trajectory, 29 will be too low for Bowry by the end of the season. He’s one of the few players who projects as an NFL left tackle in the country.
30. San Francisco 49ers: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Penn State has Warren do everything because the more the ball is in Warren’s hands, the better the outcome is. He has shown off great hands this season and has been the go-to option for Andy Kotelnicky’s offense in the passing game. As a blocker, Warren has the play strength and body control to move defenders and sustain his blocks. With George Kittle’s age and inability to stay healthy, it might make sense for them to look for their next tight end in the first round.
31. Minnesota Vikings: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
With the way Minnesota has played this season, they have the ability to make a luxury pick. Revel Jr. has very good size and speed for a cornerback, and he’s been compared to Quinyon Mitchell for the last draft cycle. Off of an ACL injury and coming from a lower level, Revel Jr. probably won’t be a first-round pick. However, he could be an interesting name for a team that would need him for a late playoff run.
32. Kansas City Chiefs: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
A good pass catcher, Loveland just doesn’t do enough as a blocker. He’s in the mold of a Dalton Kincaid, which might not make him for everyone. Loveland could take over the Travis Kelce role in the offense, and Noah Gray would stay as their number two.
The Chiefs have moved more toward using receivers this season, but tight ends are still such a big part of their offense. Loveland will be someone on your dynasty football radar if he lands with the Chiefs or another good landing spot for a TE. This talented tight end will wrap up this 2025 NFL mock draft.
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