NFL Draft 2025: Who's Hot and Who's Not?

The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be an exciting one, with plenty of talent and surprises. Let's dive in and see who's making waves. First up, Cam Ward is generating a lot of buzz. After impressing at the combine, many believe he could be the Browns' pick at No. 2. The Browns seem open to taking a quarterback, but Ward is their top choice if he's available. If not, they might pass on other signal-callers like Shedeur Sanders. The Titans are another team to watch. They might trade down from the No. 1 spot, but if they stay put, they could go for a generational talent like Carter. The team's president and general manager have hinted at this possibility, but a quarterback isn't likely to be their pick. The Giants are in a tough spot. With no clear quarterback on the roster, they might look to trade up for their preferred quarterback, which many assume is Cam Ward. However, they could also draft Travis Hunter, a top player in the class, and pair him with Malik Nabers for a strong future. The Patriots might go for an offensive lineman, but they could also address this need in free agency. This would open the door for them to draft McMillan, a true alpha X receiver. Mike Vrabel, the Patriots' coach, talked about this possibility during his combine media session. The Jaguars have a new regime that's focusing on long-term talent. They might invest in the trenches with Armand Membou, who showed impressive athleticism at the combine. He's a top tackle prospect and could be a great addition to the team. The Raiders are looking to emulate the Eagles' team-building strategy, which focuses on strong trenches and a powerful run game. Jeanty could be a good fit for them at No. 6, as they had the lowest PFF rushing grade in the league in 2024. The Jets might go for Warren as a culture-building offensive piece if Armand Membou is unavailable. Warren could be a solid addition to the team, but it's too early to say for sure. Shemar Stewart had an impressive combine, running a 4. 58-second 40-yard dash and showing off his athleticism. He could be a great addition to the Panthers, who have a history of drafting versatile players. Walker is a versatile player who can play both linebacker and edge defender. The Saints have multiple needs along their defensive front, and Walker could be a good fit for them. However, some might think it's too early to draft him. Will Campbell had a fantastic combine, but his measurables might not help his case to be a top-10 pick. He could be a great addition to the Bears, where he would be perfect at guard or center. Mason Graham had a disappointing combine, but he earned elite PFF overall grades over the past two seasons. The 49ers could get a starting-caliber 3-technique defensive tackle outside the top 10. Banks had shorter arms than ideal, but his wingspan is impressive. The Dolphins have offensive line needs beyond Terron Armstead, so Banks could be a good fit for them. Barron had an impressive combine, running a 4. 39-second 40-yard dash. He could be a great addition to the Colts, who need help in the secondary.

The Falcons need pass-rush help, and Green could be a good fit for them. He had an impressive showing of overall strength at the combine, and he dominated at the Senior Bowl. Johnson has a wide draft range, but he could be a good fit for the Cardinals. They have plenty of trench needs but could stand to grab a potential CB1 and dive into a deep defensive line class later in the draft. The Bengals need to improve in the defensive trenches, and Walter Nolen could be a great addition to their team. He recorded an elite PFF run-defense grade and has plus athleticism to develop a pass-rush profile during his rookie contract. Emmanwori had a historic combine, showing off his speed and athleticism. He could be a great addition to the Buccaneers, who need to improve at getting after passers without blitzing. The Broncos are looking to add a “joker” offensive position, and Loveland fits the bill. He could be a versatile addition to their team, much like Brock Bowers was in last year’s class. Golden had an impressive 40-yard dash, posting a position-best 4. 29-second time. He could be a first-round pick and even has a chance to be the first receiver off the board. The Chargers might go back to the offensive line well, especially if Booker is available. He could be a great addition to their team, but he might not be the best fit for their scheme. Revel didn't work out at the combine, but he is a prototypical Green Bay cornerback. He could be a good fit for the Packers, who might move on from Jaire Alexander. The Vikings don't have many picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, so they would have to really love a prospect here to not trade back. Zabel could be one of those guys, as he tested like a good athlete at the combine. Simmons could go much higher in this mock draft if he weren't rehabbing from major knee surgery. He looked like one of the top players in this class before getting hurt, and he could be a great addition to the Texans. The Rams could use Malaki Starks, who can play safety or slot. He had the fastest on-field speed during drills of any safety at the combine and could help get the most out of the Rams' safety/nickel defender rotation. Hairston had an impressive combine, proving his elite speed. He could be a good fit for the Ravens, who need more cornerback help if they let Brandon Stephens walk in free agency. Pearce had an impressive combine showing in the speed drills. He could be a good fit for the Lions, who need help at outside linebacker. Alexander showcased good explosiveness at the combine and could be a good fit for the Commanders, who are reportedly open to trading interior defender Jonathan Allen. The Bills need to get bigger and stronger on the interior, and Kenneth Grant fits that description. He could be a great addition to their team. The Chiefs will likely draft the top offensive tackle on their board, whether that be here at No. 31 or a few picks ahead via a small trade-up. They should want to reestablish the interior core of Smith, Thuney and Humphrey by drafting a promising tackle. The Eagles might go for Burden, a receiver with a 4. 41-second 40-yard dash time. He could be a first-rounder, but it's too early to say for sure.

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