DRAFTPLEX 2025 NFL Mock Draft: 1.0 Edition projections are based on the current first-round draft order and personal impressions of team needs and interests as of April 3, and do not represent any potential trade scenarios.
1 | Tennessee Titans — Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The Titans are now seemingly set on what to do with the first overall pick. After entertaining the thought of Travis Hunter, the idea of Abdul Carter, and the possibility of a trade, it’s Cam Ward who takes their call on draft night and takes the reins of their offense in 2025.
2 | Cleveland Browns — Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
The Browns have perhaps the most interesting decision to make once on the clock: Travis Hunter, Abdul Carter, or Shedeur Sanders. In this scenario, assuming they have a plan at quarterback that has not yet materialized, it’s two-way playmaker Travis Hunter headed to Cleveland.
3 | New York Giants — Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
The Giants expect to face the same choice as Cleveland, only with the decision coming down to the two prospects remaining among Travis Hunter, Abdul Carter, and Shedeur Sanders. I’m personally of the mind that a developmental quarterback late in the first or early in the second will be their play, which sees Abdul Carter off to New York here.
4 | New England Patriots — Will Campbell, OT, LSU
The Patriots would likely prefer to see two quarterbacks picked ahead of them to push either Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter down to them here. But with neither remaining on the board and a need at left tackle, Will Campbell expects to be in consideration for New England — short arms and all.
5 | Jacksonville Jaguars — Mason Graham, DL, Michigan
The Jaguars might consider fielding calls to maximize the return on their draft capital given the intersection of their needs, the board, and the value to be had. But with no trade scenarios being projected here, Mason Graham appears to be the front-runner to join Jacksonville at this juncture.
6 | Las Vegas Raiders — Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia
The Raiders are the early and heavy favorite to draft Ashton Jeanty, but it’s almost too much of a foregone conclusion at this point to where you wonder if it will actually happen on draft night. So in the interest of presenting an alternative scenario, let’s consider Jalon Walker is the pick to give Las Vegas a fearsome hybrid defender.
7 | New York Jets — Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
The Jets are under new management, but enter this draft facing a similar decision to the one the previous regime faced last year — selecting a future starter at tackle or a versatile weapon at the tight end position. In this scenario, New York once again prioritizes the offensive line, as Armand Membou gets the nod over Tyler Warren.
8 | Carolina Panthers — Jahdae Barron, DB, Texas
The Panthers have made moves this offseason to put pieces into place on defense and that expects to continue in the first round. Carolina might favor a pass rusher more here, but I like do-it-all defensive back Jahdae Barron as an option to bolster their secondary.
9 | New Orleans Saints — Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
The Saints could go marching in a number of different directions here, but with new head coach Kellen Moore riding a strong rushing attack to a Super Bowl victory and having ties to Boise State, I don’t think the idea of New Orleans drafting Ashton Jeanty to pair with Alvin Kamara has been talked about enough.
10 | Chicago Bears — Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
The Bears are another popular destination for Ashton Jeanty, but just miss out on him here. Given the creative offensive mind of new head coach Ben Johnson and their coaching staff’s reported interest, Tyler Warren could be a fit for Chicago.
11 | San Francisco 49ers — Derrick Harmon, DL, Oregon
The 49ers essentially dismantled what had been a contending team this offseason and now look to fill key positions with young, affordable talent. Cornerback and defensive line look to be the most likely targets here, and with San Francisco historically favoring the trenches early, Derrick Harmon gets the call over Will Johnson.
12 | Dallas Cowboys — Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
The Cowboys and new head coach Brian Schottenheimer have emphasized a commitment to run the football which is why Ashton Jeanty and Omarion Hampton have been popular projections here. But with Jeanty off the board and Hampton perhaps not valued this high, Dallas might target a wide receiver instead. While long thought was given to slotting in Tetairoa McMillan here, I feel like they may view Matthew Golden as a better complement to CeeDee Lamb.
13 | Miami Dolphins — Kelvin Banks Jr., OL, Texas
The Dolphins remain in choppy waters where their offensive line is concerned, even with a variety of options on the roster from which to field their best five. That said, perhaps none offer the floor and ceiling of Kelvin Banks Jr., who could be a day-one starter at either tackle or guard for Miami.
14 | Indianapolis Colts — Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
The Colts are widely projected to draft a tight end here, either Tyler Warren or Colston Loveland. But, for an organization that values elite traits as highly as Indianapolis, perhaps to a fault, the size and athleticism of Nick Emmanwori might be too compelling to pass up.
15 | Atlanta Falcons — Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
The Falcons have invested first-round draft capital into every offensive skill position the past four years, while making do with second- and third-tier defensive prospects in that same time. That expects to change this year, as Atlanta finally lands a top-flight pass rusher in Mike Green.
16 | Arizona Cardinals — Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
The Cardinals are among the most interesting mocks of the teams drafting in the first half of the round. They can stand to upgrade any number of positions, but have considerable draft capital recently invested in each. Assuming they are optimistic about the development of players already in place, an ascending prospect with an injury discount like Jihaad Campbell might make sense for Arizona.
17 | Cincinnati Bengals — James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
The Bengals and all-pro pass rusher Trey Hendrickson remain at odds in a contract year with potential outcomes for the situation ranging from a lucrative extension to possible trade. Whether they agree on a new deal or part ways, Cincinnati doesn’t really have anyone else to put pressure on opposing quarterbacks. James Pearce Jr. is as talented on the edge as they come in this draft class, but may not be for every team, which is why he’s available here.
18 | Seattle Seahawks — Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The Seahawks signed several veterans to remake the wide receiver room this offseason after trading D.K. Metcalf and releasing Tyler Lockett. But, while Cooper Kupp and Marquez Valdes-Scantling give new quarterback Sam Darnold serviceable weapons, neither is a long-term investment at the position. Tetairoa McMillan is a prospect that should go much higher, but Seattle is able to snag him here.
19 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Buccaneers will likely have a short list of the premium prospects on defense in mind here, hoping to see one of the top names at linebacker, safety, or cornerback slip through. In this scenario, Tampa Bay is able to sail away with Will Johnson, who has gradually drifted down the board after being a consensus top-ten pick early on.
20 | Denver Broncos — Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
The Broncos have been a popular landing spot for the top offensive playmakers throughout the draft process, be it at running back, wide receiver, or tight end. Without a proven feature back on the roster, Denver drafting Omarion Hampton makes sense to bring more balance to Sean Payton’s game plan.
21 | Pittsburgh Steelers — Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Steelers don’t have a long-term solution at quarterback on the roster currently. While they have visited with an aging Aaron Rodgers and have expressed their confidence in returning veteran Mason Rudolph, Pittsburgh expects to prioritize the position early if they have the opportunity. With Shedeur Sanders sliding (or not, depending on your evaluation of the player), Omar Khan and Mike Tomlin have to take either him or Jaxson Dart into consideration for their pick here.
22 | Los Angeles Chargers — Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
The Chargers are another popular landing spot for offensive weapons, most notably Omarion Hampton and Colston Loveland, with the expectation that the team will continue adding firepower around Justin Herbert. But, with Joey Bosa cut and with Khalil Mack and Bud Dupree on expiring contracts, a developmental edge with upside like Mykel Williams could also be in play for Los Angeles.
23 | Green Bay Packers — Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Packers have a history of prioritizing elite tools and traits, especially in making their first-round selections. While the need at edge isn’t glaring, the eye-popping testing from Shemar Stewart may still ultimately land him in Green Bay, where the coaching staff will aim to unlock his upside and translate his immense physical talent into equivalent on-field production.
24 | Minnesota Vikings — Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State
The Vikings have the fewest picks in this year’s draft, making them a prime candidate to explore trading back to acquire more capital. If they stand in and pick, expect Minnesota to try to do more with less and consider adding a versatile prospect to the secondary or to the offensive line. Grey Zabel offers the type of position flex up front they might find valuable to complete the retool of their offensive interior.
25 | Houston Texans — Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
The Texans have turned over much of their offensive line this offseason, with new starters being installed at multiple positions. To that point, while new additions Cam Robinson and Trent Brown bring experience at tackle, neither is an ideal or long-term replacement for Laremy Tunsil, which leads me to believe that Josh Conerly Jr. or perhaps Josh Simmons will be headed to Houston.
26 | Los Angeles Rams — Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
The Rams are in reasonably good shape at most positions and where they perhaps aren’t — at cornerback and linebacker — the need and value doesn’t quite line up here. So they could simply draft the best player available on their board or explore trading back. If they stand in and pick, Los Angeles could like the potential and fit of Luther Burden III.
27 | Baltimore Ravens — Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
The Ravens will have options here, specifically with the offensive linemen and defensive backs still on the board. If the board falls this way, the biggest value play for Baltimore is likely at safety, where I have a hard time seeing them pass on a prospect with the talent, resume, and football character of Malaki Starks.
28 | Detroit Lions — Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama
The Lions could consider an upgrade to the pass rush here with Donovan Ezeiruaku still on the board, but they have invested heavily in the offensive line and it has paid off. Now short a starter from last year with guard Kevin Zeitler no longer on the roster, Detroit drafting plug-and-play people mover Tyler Booker keeps their strength a strength.
29 | Washington Commanders — TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
The Commanders will aim to build on an amazing single-season turnaround and an active offseason through the draft, perhaps with an aggressive move to add offensive weaponry. With his elite speed and burst, TreVeyon Henderson would give Washington an explosive element in the backfield and the ability to score from anywhere on the gridiron.
30 | Buffalo Bills — Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
The Bills expect to circle the wagons around a defensive prospect on draft night, with cornerback and interior defensive line presenting the best value remaining on the board in this scenario. Offering immediate run support and upside as a pass rusher, Kenneth Grant has been a popular projection for Buffalo and rightfully so.
31 | Kansas City Chiefs — Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
The Chiefs expect to give free-agent acquisition Jaylon Moore a go at starting left tackle, but Josh Simmons can’t be completely ruled out as a consideration here. That said, putting a disruptive interior lineman like Walter Nolen next to all-pro Chris Jones could be an attractive proposition for Kansas City.
32 | Philadelphia Eagles — Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
The Eagles seemingly broke even this offseason as far as additions and subtractions to their championship roster, leaving the organization in prime position to draft the best player available on their board or to consider trade offers from teams looking to jump back into the first round. If they stand in and pick, Colston Loveland could be in play and might offer the highest ceiling of anyone in what is currently a full tight end room in Philadelphia.
DRAFTPLEX 2025 NFL Mock Draft: 1.0 Edition
| 1 | Tennessee Titans | QB | Cam Ward | Miami |
| 2 | Cleveland Browns | WR/CB | Travis Hunter | Colorado |
| 3 | New York Giants | EDGE | Abdul Carter | Penn State |
| 4 | New England Patriots | OT | Will Campbell | LSU |
| 5 | Jacksonville Jaguars | DL | Mason Graham | Michigan |
| 6 | Las Vegas Raiders | LB | Jalon Walker | Georgia |
| 7 | New York Jets | OT | Armand Membou | Missouri |
| 8 | Carolina Panthers | DB | Jahdae Barron | Texas |
| 9 | New Orleans Saints | RB | Ashton Jeanty | Boise State |
| 10 | Chicago Bears | TE | Tyler Warren | Penn State |
| 11 | San Francisco 49ers | DL | Derrick Harmon | Oregon |
| 12 | Dallas Cowboys | WR | Matthew Golden | Texas |
| 13 | Miami Dolphins | OL | Kelvin Banks Jr. | Texas |
| 14 | Indianapolis Colts | S | Nick Emmanwori | South Carolina |
| 15 | Atlanta Falcons | EDGE | Mike Green | Marshall |
| 16 | Arizona Cardinals | LB | Jihaad Campbell | Alabama |
| 17 | Cincinnati Bengals | EDGE | James Pearce Jr. | Tennessee |
| 18 | Seattle Seahawks | WR | Tetairoa McMillan | Arizona |
| 19 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | CB | Will Johnson | Michigan |
| 20 | Denver Broncos | RB | Omarion Hampton | North Carolina |
| 21 | Pittsburgh Steelers | QB | Shedeur Sanders | Colorado |
| 22 | Los Angeles Chargers | EDGE | Mykel Williams | Georgia |
| 23 | Green Bay Packers | EDGE | Shemar Stewart | Texas A&M |
| 24 | Minnesota Vikings | OL | Grey Zabel | North Dakota State |
| 25 | Houston Texans | OT | Josh Conerly Jr. | Oregon |
| 26 | Los Angeles Rams | WR | Luther Burden III | Missouri |
| 27 | Baltimore Ravens | S | Malaki Starks | Georgia |
| 28 | Detroit Lions | OG | Tyler Booker | Alabama |
| 29 | Washington Commanders | RB | TreVeyon Henderson | Ohio State |
| 30 | Buffalo Bills | DT | Kenneth Grant | Michigan |
| 31 | Kansas City Chiefs | DT | Walter Nolen | Ole Miss |
| 32 | Philadelphia Eagles | TE | Colston Loveland | Michigan |
Jason Pruett
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