The 2025 NFL draft is this week, and teams have finalized their draft boards ahead of what's expected to be an intriguing first round on draft weekend. We've been sharing our weekly mock drafts throughout this pre-draft process, where we've tried to pin down realistic scenarios. But everyone's thought process when it comes into assembling mocks is different, which makes it exciting with any given week. So we decided to introduce a twist.
1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami
ESPN breakdown : "Ward will be selected long before this -- probably before anyone else -- because of his pocket awareness and smooth short-area movements. Add in a quick release and his mental toughness with the willingness to be the "it'' guy, and you have an immediate starter. He must clean up accuracy issues and his footwork when he's in sling-it mode."
2. Cleveland Browns: CB/WR Travis Hunter, Colorado
ESPN breakdown : "There are minor concerns that Hunter's frame won't hold up in the NFL, especially if he plays offense and defense. But let's face it: The 2024 Heisman winner is the No. 1 player at wide receiver
and cornerback, so that makes him my No. 1 player. The 96 receptions for 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns along with four interceptions don't hurt, either. The challenge for whoever drafts him is finding the ideal play distribution between corner and receiver that maximizes his development and impact."
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
ESPN breakdown : "There are some injury concerns with Carter. He didn't work out at the combine due to a shoulder injury and had a stress fracture discovered in his right foot during the medical exam. But Carter is a relentless, explosive pass rusher, with 12 sacks and 23.5 tackles for loss last season. He should make an immediate NFL impact."
4. New England Patriots: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
ESPN breakdown : "A good rule when evaluating prospects in the trenches is to defer to those with an accomplished wrestling background. Graham has that, and if there were a "tossed defender aside" metric, he would likely lead the nation. He's a high-effort player with 14.5 tackles for loss over the past two seasons."
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
ESPN breakdown : "The Bulldogs moved Walker all over their defense, but he projects best as an edge rusher in the NFL thanks to his explosiveness and closing ability as a pass rusher. Walker has led Georgia in sacks the past two seasons but also plays with decisiveness and physicality against the run."
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
ESPN breakdown : "There might be a slight pause about Jeanty's workload -- he averaged 31 carries per game last season -- and fumbles (nine in the past two seasons). But some believe he's the best player in this class. He rushed for 2,601 yards in 2024 and combines strength, balance and vision with big-play ability (12 runs of 50-plus yards last season)."
7. New York Jets: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
ESPN breakdown : "Membou has been arguably the biggest riser in this class and projects best as a right tackle. He's smooth in pass protection and mirrored some of the nation's best edge players this past season. Membou also has the power to clear defenders in the run game."
8. Carolina Panthers: Will Campbell, OT, LSU
ESPN breakdown : "There's been a lot of talk about Campbell's 32⅝-inch arm length measurement at the combine -- below the league's threshold for tackles. But Campbell has high-level movement skills and has passed every test against many of the nation's best pass rushers over the past three seasons. He's also a pounder in the run game."
9. New Orleans Saints: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
ESPN breakdown : "When he sets his feet in a clean pocket, Sanders shows the best mechanics and accuracy of any quarterback in this draft. His 71.8% completion rate in two seasons at Colorado is an FBS career record. But he is undersized and doesn't throw the ball quickly, which partially explains why he took an FBS-leading 94 sacks the past two seasons."
10. Chicago Bears : Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
ESPN breakdown : "He is the production king of the receiver class, with back-to-back seasons of at least 84 receptions, 1,300 yards and more than 15 yards per reception. McMillan also had a 304-yard game in 2024. The former volleyball player consistently wins contested catches."
11. San Francisco 49ers: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
ESPN breakdown : "Banks won the Outland Trophy and Lombardi Award last season. Some in the league believe he might be a guard because he is more refined as a punishing, smooth mover in the run game than a pass protector. Banks needs a little more strength to deal with the league's speed-to-power rushers and cleaner work with his hands."
12. Dallas Cowboys: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
ESPN breakdown : "Johnson has been great when he has played -- he had nine interceptions and three pick-sixes in his college career, including two in 2024. But a turf-toe injury limited him to six games last season. He's fluid in coverage and has quick recognition with ideal size, but he will need to improve his tackling."
13. Miami Dolphins: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
ESPN breakdown : "Loveland sat out the combine because of right shoulder surgery but said that he would be full-go for training camp. His ability to stress the seams of the defense with his speed and movement ability are highly coveted. Loveland set the Michigan school record for tight ends with 56 receptions in 2024."
14. Indianapolis Colts: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
ESPN breakdown : "Warren exploded as a senior, with 104 receptions for 1,233 yards and eight touchdowns in 2024 after compiling 49 catches the previous three seasons. He can line up in-line, in the slot or out wide and has room for further growth. His ability to run with power and drive makes him a Wildcat quarterback option, too."
15. Atlanta Falcons: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
ESPN breakdown : "Hampton was highly productive the past two seasons, rushing for 1,660 yards in 2024 and 1,504 in 2023. He's not a quick cutter, but he is decisive to the point of attack and is a high-contact runner who smashes through defenders. While that might not be sustainable, he did average 3.7 yards after contact last season."
16. Arizona Cardinals: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
ESPN breakdown : "Is Campbell an off-ball linebacker or an edge rusher? He started as an edge as a freshman, moved to linebacker as a sophomore, then played both in 2024. Campbell led the Crimson Tide in tackles (112), tackles for loss (11.5), sacks (5) and forced fumbles (2) last season."
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
ESPN breakdown : "Emmanwori put on a show at the combine, but he is more than a workout warrior. He had 88 tackles and four interceptions this past season, two of which he returned for touchdowns. His size and traits allow him to move around and play as a safety, dime linebacker or big nickel corner."
18. Seattle Seahawks: Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama
ESPN breakdown : "Booker is a powerful interior presence who plays with quality awareness in pass protection and the strength to wall off rushers. He also finishes with purpose in the run game. He was a team captain as a junior and should start right away in the NFL."
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
ESPN breakdown : "Some people might scoff at Barron being this high, but he's a resourceful player with the versatility to play outside, in the slot or as a dime linebacker. He has elite speed and doesn't waste steps or miss tackles. He won the Jim Thorpe Award in 2024 after recording five interceptions and 11 passes defensed."
20. Denver Broncos: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
ESPN breakdown : "Golden averaged 17.0 yards per catch in his only season with the Longhorns, with 58 receptions for 987 yards and nine touchdowns. The Houston transfer had the second-fastest 40 at the combine. When he's dialed in, he can separate from even the best corners and is dependable no matter where he lines up."
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
ESPN breakdown : "He finished his career as the Rebels' all-time leader in passing yards (10,617) and total offense (12,117). Dart is also a capable runner, rushing for 1,543 yards and 14 touchdowns in his college career. He'll have to clean up his footwork, throw with better anticipation and challenge defenses more outside the numbers to succeed in the NFL."
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
ESPN breakdown : "Stewart is one of the toughest evaluations on the board. He has coveted physical abilities and had a ridiculous combine workout that featured a 40 time better than some receivers. His 4.5 combined sacks in three seasons are the biggest red flag, as well as his inconsistent pressure rate."
23. Green Bay Packers: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
ESPN breakdown : "He had 28 consecutive starts at left tackle for the Ducks over the past two seasons and has excelled in pass protection. Conerly is an ascending player who has made significant jumps over the past two years. His performance in the Big Ten championship game, when he held Abdul Carter without a sack, turned heads."
24. Minnesota Vikings: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
ESPN breakdown : "Green broke through in 2024, leading the FBS with 17 sacks, a big step up from the 4.5 he had in 2023. He is a high-effort player with flexibility and an array of counters to get to the quarterback."
25. Houston Texans: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
ESPN breakdown : "This wide receiver class isn't as strong as some in previous years, but Egbuka is a safe, top-tier performer who is NFL-ready. He finished as Ohio State's all-time leader in receptions (205). Egbuka runs routes with precision and tempo and consistently creates separation."
26. Los Angeles Rams: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
ESPN breakdown : "Simmons' predraft assessments centered mostly around his recovery from what he said was a torn patellar tendon in his left knee that he suffered in October. Simmons has experience at both tackle spots and showed the movement ability teams want in pass protection."
27. Baltimore Ravens: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
ESPN breakdown : "Starks has put plenty on tape during his 42 starts in three seasons. He played both safety and nickel corner, with six interceptions in his college career. Starks ran well at the combine, and teams have been impressed with his interviews."
28. Detroit Lions: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
ESPN breakdown : "Williams suffered an ankle injury in Georgia's season opener that held him back in 2024, so he didn't have the breakout season many expected. He ended up with five sacks and 8.5 tackles for loss, but he can make an immediate NFL impact as a pass rusher."
29. Washington Commanders: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
ESPN breakdown : "Ezeiruaku is arguably the most productive player in a deep edge class, compiling 80 tackles, 16.5 sacks, 20.5 tackles for loss and 3 forced fumbles in 12 games. He moves from speed to power effectively and has the flexibility to get to the corner. He has inside counters and plays with an edge."
30. Buffalo Bills: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
ESPN breakdown : "His route portfolio will be far larger in the NFL, as the vast majority of Burden's collegiate targets came within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage. He had only one 100-yard game in 2024, though he flourished in 2023 (86 receptions for 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns). Burden has powerful hands, plays with toughness and is dynamic after the catch."
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
ESPN breakdown : "Amos has the length and willingness to be physical with receivers that translates well to the NFL. He was more consistent in zone in 2024 and can disrupt receivers in press man coverage. He also finds the ball, having knocked down 26 passes over the past three seasons."
32. Philadelphia Eagles: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
ESPN breakdown : "Harmon flourished after transferring from Michigan State, with 10.5 tackles for loss, 5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles in his only season at Oregon. His strong hands, big reach and explosiveness in shedding blockers make him a consistent interior disruptor."