Travdogg's final 2025 mock draft (3 rounds) (post draft grades on page 2) (4 Viewers)

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This is my final mock of the year. Height/weight/40 is in parenthesis. If no official 40, times were estimated. I don't trust pro days much, so I've ignored many of those. After the 3 rounds, each team's picks are sorted if you'd just prefer to see what your favorite team is predicted. I really love the Draft (duh right?) its pretty much adult Christmas. Here goes nothing:

1. Tennessee=Cam Ward QB Miami (6-1, 219, 4.80) Boom/bust, but the boom could be big. Titans haven't shown any real interest in veteran QBs, which suggests this is the plan. I think Dak Prescott the best comp.

2. Cleveland=Travis Hunter WR Colorado (6-0, 188, 4.35) is a great WR prospect but has best CB in the NFL upside. That said, the Browns have been pretty adamant about viewing Hunter as a WR. I think as a WR, he profiles similarly to NYG Beckham.

3. Carolina=Abdul Carter DE Penn State (6-3, 252, 4.50) here's my 1st, and really only trade. I think the Panthers deal their 2026 1st to move from #8 to #3. Its not unlike the Texans deal to move up for Will Anderson in 2023. I think Carolina is re-sold on Bryce Young and makes a move for a defensive star, while the NYG move get a #1 for either a QB next year, or multiple assets. Carter feels a little below a top DE prospect, more in line with someone like Josh Hines-Allen, but the clear #1 in this class, and is going #3 regardless of who picks.

4. New England=Tetairoa McMillan WR Arizona (6-4, 219, 4.50) I've been leaning OL, but I think WR makes more sense, given how few size WRs there are. McMillan gives me a pre-knee injury Alshon Jeffery vibe, as a guy who is underrated after the catch, but wins contested balls as well. Good pairing with Diggs.


5. Jacksonville=Derrick Harmon DT Oregon (6-4, 313, 4.95) I think his superior size is gonna push him ahead of Mason Graham, he's just a higher upside prospect. I think a fair comp for him is Leonard Williams.

6. Las Vegas=Mason Graham DT Michigan (6-3, 296, 5.10) I think his size could be an issue for some teams, as he's an inch and 20 pounds smaller than Michigan listed him and has extremely short arms. I think he projects as an undersized gap shooter ala Grady Jarrett.

7. NY Jets=Jaxson Dart QB Mississippi (6-2, 223, 4.80) Right now, I think Dart is a day 3 caliber player. He should not see the field in 2025. He needs to sit and learn, and NYJ would likely have him as QB3 as a rookie. He's not as mobile, he's taller, but I can see similar traits/style to Russell Wilson in Dart's game. A lot has to go right to get that, but I could see an entirely new GM/HC, with a long leash, thinking its worth the Dart throw.

8. NY Giants=Armand Membou OT Missouri (6-4, 332, 4.91) the player they were hoping they got with Evan Neal. A long-term bookend to Andrew Thomas. A great prize to still get while adding that 1st in 2026.

9. New Orleans=Mike Green DE Marshall (6-3, 251, 4.55) Cam Jordan is just about done, and while they have Granderson and Young, Green is better than them. I think Green is the CLEAR CUT #2 EDGE in this class. He seems to have satisfied teams that his off-field issues are no longer a factor. Had 17 sacks last year, and it wasn't just competition based as he tore up national champs Ohio State and had a great Senior Bowl.

10. Chicago=Ashton Jeanty RB Boise State (5-8, 211, 4.45) Bears have filled a lot of holes this offseason and need a gamechanger. Jeanty is a great fit here in Ben Johnson's offense. He's as can't miss as it gets at RB, and while smaller, he reminds me of Ezekiel Elliott. Maybe not a better mix of need and fit.

11. San Francisco=Kelvin Banks OT Texas (6-5, 315, 5.16) can start at G and eventually replace Trent Williams. 49ers don't have a lot of needs, they just need to be healthier, so I think they can afford a pick for the future here.

12. Dallas=Mykel Williams DE Georgia (6-5, 260, 4.65) Williams is only 20 and has been a great run stuffer. He's got the chops to be a good pass rusher. He just needs the refinement. Should get lots of favorable matchups opposite Parsons. Wonder if he's a Rashan Gary type?

13. Miami=Will Campbell OT LSU (6-6, 319, 4.98) I think this is a perfect for as a replacement for Armstead. Campbell is my OT1 in this class, but I think arm length will scare off some teams. I think he's got good enough technique to overcome that, though it could lower his ceiling. Rare OT who called the OL assignments in college, speaks to his work ethic, and leadership.

14. Indianapolis=Colston Loveland TE Michigan (6-6, 248, 4.65) TE has been a need since...that random Eric Ebron year? Loveland has a higher ceiling than Warren in my eyes, and that is something Chris Ballard chases as much as any GM in the NFL.

15. Atlanta=Emeka Egbuka WR Ohio State (6-1, 202, 4.40) I think adding another WR is exactly what Penix needs. He excelled in 3-WR sets in college, and I think the Falcons are ready to give up the Kyle Pitts dream. There is some question of ceiling here, is Amon-Ra on the table, or is this more a super charged Tyler Boyd? Either way, the Falcons offense could use another weapon, especially one who wins in the middle. I wouldn't be shocked if he eventually pushed London as a 1A/1B.

16. Arizona=Shemar Stewart DE Texas A&M (6-5, 267, 4.59) combine was impressive in a lot of ways, though he came in WAY smaller than expected. Very little production to go with great tools. Feels like a project, somewhat similar prospect to Chop Robinson from last year.

 

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17. Cincinnati=Jihaad Campbell LB Alabama (6-3, 235, 4.52) could be another Zack Baun, as he also made the DE to LB transition. Excels at blitzing and covering. Probably would go top 10 if not for shoulder surgery after combine.

18. Seattle=Jalon Walker DE Georgia (6-1, 243, 4.50) I feel like this a guy I just don't really get the appeal of. Like sure, he's a versatile player with good athleticism, but he's really raw. I also worry he's just too small to be an EDGE is better off as a LB. Probably goes higher than this, but if I were drafting, even this is too high.

19. Tampa Bay=Will Johnson CB Michigan (6-2, 194, 4.50) I think there enough questions about his athletic traits that he drops a bit. Basically only played zone in college, so may be less polished than people think. Still a really good talent though.

20. Denver=Matthew Golden WR Texas (5-11, 191, 4,29) could go a lot higher due to speed, though in my opinion, he never looked like a 4.2 guy. I like the Stefon Diggs comps, as I think he has that similar stop-go route running, that looks lazy at times, but is lulling defenders in. Sutton is a solid WR, but this is Denver's shot a #1 in my opinion.

21. Pittsburgh=Jalen Milroe QB Alabama (6-2, 217, 4.45) according to The Athletic, Milroe is not on the Steelers radar even in round 3, personally, I think that is peak misinformation. Whether Rodgers signs or not, I think Milroe makes a ton of sense. Milroe is a very boom/bust prospect who absolutely would benefit from sitting for a year. He's got BY FAR the best tools in this class, and you can easily build an offense around his legs and deep ball, especially with DK/Pickens outside. Someone used the comp of Super Bowl Kaepernick, and I think that could apply, but Milroe is also a harder worker, and an academic all-American.

22. LA Chargers=Tyler Warren TE Penn State (6-5, 256, 4.70) The Gronk comps are silly in my eyes, he's nowhere near as strong or athletic, which isn't a knock, Gronk was a monster. A lot more manufactured touches on his tape than you'd like to see. I think that pushes him behind Loveland for me, though I think that could be a thing that varies by team. Either way, the Chargers are happy, as they run lots of 2-TE sets anyway, and while I like Dissly, Conklin is meh. Could see Warren being the #2 pretty quick behind Ladd.

23. Green Bay=Trey Amos CB Mississippi (6-1 195 4.43) doesn't play as fast as his 40 time but is a strong blend of everything you'd want from a CB. Is 23 already but also had good tape in 2023 against the likes of Brian Thomas and Xavier Worthy. Jaire Alexander feels like a complete tossup if he's a Packer next season, which makes CB priority #1 to me. I think he's their type.

24. Minnesota=Kenneth Grant DT Michigan (6-3, 331, 4.90) a physical freak who I think Brian Flores will love. Will erase run games. They added Allen and Hargrave this offseason, but they are older guys, and Grant profiles as better than either of them anyway. Probably should go higher than this, but I think his size could prevent him from being a full-time player. If it doesn't, they've got another Derrick Brown on their hands.

25. Houston=Josh Conerly OT Oregon (6-4, 311, 5.05) Conerly is a higher upside prospect, ceiling is sky high but likely needs a year to get stronger. Was a RB in High School, so you know he has quick feet for an OT. More of a finesse guy but is also only 21. Could sit as a rookie behind Cam Robinson.

26. LA Rams=Jahdae Barron CB Texas (5-11, 194, 4.39) should go a lot higher than this, but I think has fit questions as he alternated between slot and outside CB. Barron is a similar prospect to Byron Murphy who just a got a huge deal from the Vikings.

27. Baltimore=Donovan Ezeiruaku DE Boston College (6-2, 248, 4.60) looks a lot like the player people were hoping Will McDonald would be. Small speed rusher, who gets pushed around in the run game, but is a good tackler, so not a run game liability. 16.5 sacks last season.

28. Detroit=James Pearce DE Tennessee (6-5, 245, 4.47) personally, I like him and Ezeiruaku more than Stewart/Walker, but that seems pretty non-consensus. That the Ravens/Lions gains here. Has the talent to go higher, but seems like a bit of a knucklehead, including forgetting his combine shirt, which is like the one thing you need to remember combine day. Sky high athlete who can get pushed around in the run game. There is a Brian Burns ceiling here, which would be scary opposite DPOY before injury Hutchinson.

29. Washington=Donovan Jackson G Ohio State (6-3, 315, 5.20) Played T after Josh Simmons injury but is a G at heart. Versatility is a plus though. Great burst out of stance, to excel at reach and pull blocks. A guy you design runs behind.

30. Buffalo=Nic Scourton DE Texas A&M (6-3, 257, 4.70) was better in 2023 at Purdue. Inconsistent but shows upside and is only 20. Had a good game against Will Campbell. Plays a little bigger than his size. Buffalo needs a long-term option, can hopefully learn from FA signing Bosa.

31. Kansas City-Walter Nolen DT Mississippi (6-4, 296, 4.90) might be the best pass rushing DT in the class. Only falls this far due to character concerns, which as we know, means nothing to KC. Very high floor player in my opinion, where Milton Williams is a reasonable comp, but has more upside than Williams in my eyes.

32. Philadelphia=Kyle Williams WR Washington State (5-10, 190, 4.40) this may seem like a luxury pick at first, but I think its more than that. I think Philly has been very clear about de-emphasizing the TE position, and that Dallas Goedert is VERY available in trade. Couple that with the Dotson flier (who I think has zero effect on taking a WR) and I think the Eagles want to be a more 3-WR team. Also, AJ Brown and DeVonta Smith both missed time last year and were clearly missed when they did. The Eagles only losses came when AJ was out. Williams reminds me a lot of former Eagle Jeremy Maclin. He's dangerous deep but also wins with RAC.

 

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33. Cleveland=Josh Simmons OT Ohio State (6-5, 317, 5.00) without the patella tear, he might not fall past Miami. Unfortunately, he's likely a bit of a redshirt in 2025. Big time finisher in the run game, but occasionally whiffs going for knockout shots, who holds up well in pass pro.

34. NY Giants=Shedeur Sanders QB Colorado (6-1, 212, 4.75) yes, I think the fall takes him all the way to round 2. He doesn't have good physical traits at all and honestly will probably remind a lot of the NFL of Teddy Bridgewater. Smart player, who can start this season. This is a good landing spot for him I think, as Wilson/Winston aren't major roadblocks, and if he looks good, maybe the extra 1st next year gets him more weapons.

35. Tennessee=Jaylin Noel WR Iowa State (5-10, 194, 4.39) small, but very explosive, including a 41-inch vertical, I think he has a higher ceiling than his teammate Jayden Higgins, and I think the NFL will agree. Noel gives off vertical slot vibes, ala Tyler Lockett, which I think would mesh pretty well with Cam Ward.

36. Jacksonville=Mason Taylor TE LSU (6-5, 251, 4.65) a traditional TE prospect, I think he settles in as a Hunter Henry type, who hangs around the short/intermediate range. I think he's a better prospect than Brenton Strange is/was.

37. Las Vegas=Maxwell Hairston CB Kentucky (5-11, 183, 4.28) Al Davis would love this pick. Surprisingly good in run support despite his size. CB is a monster need for the Raiders, as former Packers bust Eric Stokes might be the #1 right now. Played almost exclusively zone in college, but Carroll is a cover 3 guy so landing spot would be nice.

38. New England=Omarion Hampton RB North Carolina (6-0 221 4.46) is a 3-down RB, who played in a very shotgun/RPO heavy offense. Better pass catcher than his numbers suggest in my opinion. Reminds me some of Melvin Gordon. Same really nice jump cuts. I'd expect a pretty sizeable RBBC in NE for 2024.

39. Chicago=Tyleik Williams DT Ohio State (6-3, 334, 4.80) kind of profiles as a poor man's Jordan Davis, not much of a pass rusher, but a complete anchor in the run game. I think his presence made everyone on the OSU DL look better, even if it didn't translate to his numbers. Big need in division with Gibbs/Jacobs etc.

40. New Orleans=Jayden Higgins WR Iowa State (6-4, 214, 4.47) I think the fantasy community likes him more than the NFL does. He was mentioned as a Nico Collins like prospect at the combine, and I think that's crazy, Nico is infinitely better after the catch. Higgins profiles closer to Kenny Golladay in my opinion. Which is still very fine in round 2, but his lack of separation lowers his ceiling to me. Good release and routes though. I think he's a career #2. Saints need some size opposite Olave/Shaheed.

41. Chicago=Nick Emmanwori S South Carolina (6-3, 220, 4.38) a bit of a S/LB tweener, but freakish athlete who any good DC will love. I think he may need a year of sitting on the bench, and Chicago allows that with Byard/Brisker ahead of him.

42. NY Jets=Luther Burden WR Missouri (6-0, 206, 4.41) Comps to Deebo Samuel are silly, Deebo is 1 of 1, but Burden is a strong YAC WR, with difference making ability. Its a little concerning how manufactured his touches were though. Was it bad QB play? His non manufactured routes look great, but why wasn't there more of them? A little fear he may be more of a pumped-up Tavon Austin, than a Chris Godwin or Rashee Rice type. Despite all that, this would be good value for a Jets team with nothing of note behind Garrett Wilson. He's A LOT better prospect than Corley.

43. San Francisco=Shavon Revel CB East Carolina (6-2, 194, 4.35) freak of nature athlete, coming off a torn ACL. Played mostly cover 2 and is an aggressive jammer at the line. Lots of upside here, but maybe not the most 2025 contributor. John Lynch has never shied away from players coming off injury, and CB room isn't strong.

44. Dallas=Jack Bech WR TCU (6-1, 214, 4.50) he's an off the radar pick, but I think the NFL views him higher than the media does. I do too. Struggled with injuries but has elite highlight reel. Really has a good feel for route running. Reminds me a lot of pre-knee problems JuJu. Of note, he outproduced Nabers and Thomas at LSU before injury problems started.

45. Indianapolis=Carson Schwesinger LB UCLA (6-2, 242, 4.65) Colts have been missing a LB like this since Leonard fell off. Excels at coverage and tackling. Just adds energy to a defense. Kind of like Payton Wilson a year ago, but without the laundry list of injuries. Former walk-on, which shows work ethic. Future green dot guy.

46. Atlanta=Jared Wilson C Georgia (6-3, 310, 4.84) Falcons don't have to look far for a Dalman replacement. Elite at getting to the second level in the run game (Bijan will love him) only 21, and could add size to better anchor in pass game, though he was solid pass blocker in the SEC. Only a 1-year starter is the knock.

47. Arizona=Grey Zabel G North Dakota State (6-6, 312, 5.30) will not be an OT in the NFL, but G or C is up for debate. Guard seems better for Arizona. Had a great Senior Bowl, always important for FCS guys. I think he's a safe pick, but his upside is perhaps overstated.

48. Miami=Tyler Booker G Alabama (6-4 321 5.38) completely bombed combine, but tape shows dominant run blocker, and like Will Campbell, a strong team leader. High floor player, who has limited athletic ceiling. I think he'd instantly be a huge upgrade from Eichenberg.

 

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49. Cincinnati=Tate Ratledge G Georgia (6-6, 308, 4.97) really good all-around prospect was a 3-year starter in the SEC. Sometimes a little overzealous going for knockout shots, but that's a minor knock. Looks versatile in either zone or gap scheme (Georgia runs a hybrid of both) and has a wicked mullet. Bengals OL is seemingly always in need.

50. Seattle=Jonah Savaiinaea G Arizona (6-4, 324, 4.95) played all over OL at LT, RG, RT, but I think he fits best at G. Had a really strong combine. Has upside, but I do wonder if he's a slight project. Seattle needs interior OL help as bad as anyone.

51. Denver=TreVeyon Henderson RB Ohio State (5-10 202 4.43) this is a guy I think is a bit overrated. I think he's a real weapon in the passing game, and can hit big plays through wide holes, but I question his ability to be more than a COP/3rd down RB. I think he'll wear down with big workloads. I do think Sean Payton will know how to use him best though, so this a good fit. I just think he's a faster Gio Bernard more than a Gibbs/Charles elite speed type. I also think he goes down on contact much easier than Gibbs/Charles.

52. Seattle=Seth McLaughlin C Ohio State (6-4, 305, 5.20) this is a bit off the radar, but Seattle often does that. McLaughlin won the Remington award for the Nation's best Center and was an outstanding pass blocker allowing 1 sack in his career across Alabama and Ohio State. Mediocre run blocker though. Tore his Achilles last year and is iffy for week 1. That's why he isn't typically talked about as a 2nd or even 3rd round pick, but I think Seattle looks past that, as its basically a 2 true Center class.

53. Tampa Bay=Landon Jackson DE Arkansas (6-6 264 4.68) moving up boards after great Senior Bowl and combine. Better pass rusher than run stuffer. Bucs have need EDGE help since Barrett/JPP Super Bowl run ended.

54. Green Bay=JT Tuimoloau DE Ohio State (6-4, 265, 4.67) Packers need another EDGE, as Van Ness has shown little so far. Could argue Tuimoloau has a slightly limited upside, as he's an ok pass rusher, but a top notch run defender.

55. LA Chargers=Bradyn Swinson DE LSU (6-3, 255, 4.75) solid pass rusher, with good acceleration, but not a great chaser. Middling run defender but has versatility as LSU often dropped him into zone coverage off the line. I think Jesse Minter is a creative DC who could maximize his skillset.

56. Buffalo=Jacob Parrish CB Kansas State (5-10, 191, 4.35) played outside in college, but might be better in the slot in the pros. Might not come up in this landing spot. Can be outmuscled and may need some time to develop, but there is upside here. Bills DB room has been slowly rebuilding, and this is a speedy piece.

57. Carolina=Malaki Starks S Georgia (6-1, 197, 4.50) a team leader since his freshman year, Starks is a good athlete with elite instincts. Personally, I think he should go ahead of Emmanwori, but unlikely given combine results. Feels a little Brian Branch-ish where I could see teams overrating size/speed and letting a really good player fall too far. This would be an ideal start for the Panthers defense.

58. Houston=Tre Harris WR Mississippi (6-2, 205, 4.54) averaged 129 YPG in 8 starts last season. Kinda feels like a product of the Lane Kiffin offense though. I think he's on that WR2/3 borderline. Former HS QB, so maybe I'm underrating him, but I think Michael Gallup is a reasonable comp. I think in Houston, he's a guy they could send up the sidelines, while Nico/Kirk get the looks.

59. Baltimore=Kevin Winston S Penn State (6-1, 215, 4.50) looked like a 1st rounder in 2023, before tearing his ACL early in 2024. Was getting some Harrison Smith comps. Really has no major knocks beyond knee injury, and limited experience.

60. Detroit=Marcus Mbow G Purdue (6-4, 303, 5.25) some debate about whether he's a G or T, I think Detroit would be a Guard. Really good run blocker, especially at getting to the 2nd level. Lions have lost starting Guards each of the last 2 seasons.

61. Washington=Jordan Burch DE Oregon (6-4, 279, 4.67) was a bit of an underachiever until a 5th year breakout, with 8.5 sacks in his last 10 games. A bet on traits, and hope that Dan Quinn would be the guy who could unlock him.

62. Buffalo=Demetrius Knight LB South Carolina (6-1, 235, 4.58) outstanding in pursuit, and a sure tackler. Is 24 and was delivering DoorDash after games to support his family, which speaks to work ethic/character in my opinion. Bills have had issues at LB the last 2 years and could use the depth, the defense has been night and day when Milano has been out.

63. Kansas City=Ozzy Trapilo OT Boston College (6-8, 316, 5.21) played both LT and RT, including holding up against Jared Verse in 2023. I think he's a RT, and would profile as Jawaan Taylor's long overdue replacement in KC.

64. Philadelphia=Benjamin Morrison CB Notre Dame (6-0, 193, 4.45) Morrison has some issues with penalties and is coming off a season-ending hip injury, but he's been consistently solid. Jack of all trades type. Can add depth to a rising young CB room.

 

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65. NY Giants=Omar Norman-Lott DT (6-2, 291, 5.05) big time pass rusher who is a non-factor in run defense. There's a role for that in NY with Dexter Lawrence next to him.

66. Kansas City=Wyatt Milum G West Virginia (6-6, 313, 5.27) got a future replacement for Taylor, now add a current one for Thuney. He has been a T only, but arm length is an issue, and he doesn't have Will Campbell-esq technique. Could also have that Thuney-esq flexibility to fill in at T in an emergency.

67. Cleveland=Tyler Shough QB Louisville (6-5, 219, 4.63) a really strange prospect. Has a fast 40 but never leaves the pocket (maybe due to injury prone past?) has a big arm but constantly looks to checkdown. Will turn 26 during the season. Some worry that's he's fragile in my opinion. 2 broken collarbones and a broken leg. Can be solid in rhythm but seems panicky if pressured. I think the ceiling case is Ryan Tannehill, if a HC can convince to use his legs more. Worth a flier for the Browns as competition for Pickett/Flacco.

68. Las Vegas=Cam Skattebo RB Arizona State (5-9, 219, 4.65), lack of long speed is vastly overrated in my opinion. He's got burst, power, and is arguably the best pass catching RB in the class. I think he's a very similar prospect to Mark Ingram. I think he's a great fit for Chip Kelly's offense.

69. New England=Aireontae Ersery OT Minnesota (6-6, 331, 5.01) 3-year starter at LT for the Gophers, allowed 5 sacks in 3 years in the Big Ten. Very smart player but sometimes doesn't really use his size as effectively as he should.

70. Jacksonville=Xavier Watts S Notre Dame (6-0, 204, 4.55) converted WR, that conversion shows up as he excels at reading routes and making plays on the ball. Not as strong in the run game, but hardly a liability. Plays faster than his 40 time in my eyes, or perhaps his anticipation skills just make it feel that way?

71. New Orleans=Dylan Sampson RB Tennessee (5-8, 200, 4.42) the last Vols RB NO took in round 3 worked out nicely, and Sampson is honestly a comparable talent. One of my favorite players in the class, Sampson had 22 TDs last year and carried the offense on his back in route to SEC OPOY. Did run almost exclusively out of shotgun, so could be an adjustment there. Good in the passing game, is a sneaky great blocker for his size, and an ok receiver when used. Has outstanding vision, and a knack for falling forward. I'd been comparing him to James Cook, but I think he's got more power than Cook, and less receiving chops. A better comp I think is a faster Kyren Williams. I think he'd form close to a 50-50 RBBC with Kamara by season's end, while also being the heir apparent.

72. Chicago=Harold Fannin TE Bowling Green (6-3 241 4.71) led the NCAA in receiving last season, not among TEs, but overall. Fannin could use a year of seasoning making the jump from a small school, I think he'd be a big slot opposite Kmet. Fannin accelerates quickly but isn't as good a route runner as you'd expect given his production. He's also a surprisingly good blocker given his size, including some solid reps against Abdul Carter. I think there is some risk here, that he's a product of competition, though he had 137 yards on Penn State, but if you squint a bit, I think you could see another Jordan Reed here.

73. NY Jets=Alfred Collins DT Texas (6-5, 332, 5.00) decent burst for his size, and works as a true nose. I like the idea of pairing him next to Quinnen Williams and I imagine Aaron Glenn would too.

74. Carolina=Elic Ayomanor WR Stanford (6-2, 206, 4.44) a bit of a favorite of mine, I think he should go higher than this. He's a bit of a confusing prospect, because Stanford was a confusing offense. I think he's a decent WR2 in the NFL great release, and sneaky big play ability for his size. Inside/outside versatility. Big time blocker, which coaches will like.

75. San Francisco=TJ Sanders DT South Carolina (6-4, 297, 4.90) high motor gap shooter, who struggles against the run. Probably worth the tradeoff though, as he creates a lot of interior pressure.

76. Dallas=Kaleb Johnson RB Iowa (6-1, 224, 4.57) vision really stands out, its the best in the class as far as I'm concerned. In many ways I think he's similar to Omarion Hampton, but not as explosive. Really shines as a pass blocker, something Dak really needs at this point.

77. New England=Elijah Arroyo TE Miami (6-5, 250, 4.55) very different prospect than the other top TEs, Arroyo is a pumped up WR, who won't be a fit for everyone. He gets downfield in a hurry and will be seam stretcher in the PA game. He reminds me a bit of Jared Cook, and I think he should go higher than this, but I think his injury history and blocking push him down a bit.

78. Arizona=Nohl Williams CB California (6-0, 199, 4.50) very physical jammer at the LOS. A little boom/bust, and his physicality sometimes leads to flags, but he makes WRs earn it, with his aggression. Fun CB to watch.

79. Houston=Terrance Ferguson TE Oregon (6-5, 247, 4.63) Ferguson needs work on his blocking, though he has the size for it, but his real value is his YAC. He averaged 9 YAC last year, which is a ton for a guy who averaged 13 YPC, as he was targeted a lot on short passes, and asked to make things happen. I think he's a better prospect than Stover was a year ago, and has more upside than Dalton Schultz, who is likely gone after 2025.

80. Indianapolis=Princely Umanmielen DE Mississippi (6-4, 244, 4.72) 40 time was disappointing, especially given his elite jumps, guess he's more burst than true speed. I don't think it changes his draft value much. VERY boom/bust. His best looks like 1st round material, his worst looks used car salesman material. Has a wide array of moves, just needs more (any!) consistency.

81. Cincinnati=Darius Alexander DT Toledo (6-4 305 4.95) probably would be a borderline 1st round pick, except he's already 25. So strong, and a sneaky good 1st step. I think he could start as a rookie.

82. Seattle=Quinshon Judkins RB Ohio State (5-11 221 4.48) 40 time came as a surprise. He does get caught from behind and struggle with lateral agility, but he's also a better pass catcher than assumed. I think he has 3-down ability but is likely best used like he was at Ohio State. Reminded me a little of another Ohio State RB in Carlos Hyde. There has been some Ken Walker trade chatter, and I think he could be on the move (Washington maybe?) making room a Judkins/Charbonnet duo. Even if he's not dealt, I don't see Walker on the team after this season, which is a shame, as I'm a huge fan of his.

83. Pittsburgh=Damien Martinez RB Miami (5-11, 217, 4.51) kind of has a lot in common with Judkins. I think the Steelers would like to have a power complement to Warren, who I think maintains the starting job in this scenario, with Martinez getting GL/clock kill work.

 

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84. Tampa Bay=Chris Paul LB Mississippi (6-1, 222, 4.63) small stature, but good in coverage and blitzing. Some Ivan Pace to him perhaps? TB needs both an heir apparent and a complement to Lavonte David, I don't love Paul, but he's the best option left.

85. Denver=Ty Robinson DT Nebraska (6-5, 288, 4.83) extremely explosive with 7 sacks last year, but also undersized, and pretty old as a 6th year Senior. Still, a rotational player at worst.

86. LA Chargers=Jalen Royals WR Utah State (6-0, 205, 4.42) looks a lot faster than his 40 on tape. I think he should go higher than this, but small school, and foot injury could lead to drop. Averaged 119 YPG before injury last season. Outstanding RAC guy, but iffy hands. Almost 1/3 of his catches were on screens. Rawer route runner, but few more explosive. Chargers #2 job is there for the taking.

87. Green Bay=Xavier Restrepo WR Miami (5-10, 209, 4.83) I don't buy that 40 time at all, he looks nowhere near that slow on tape, I'd bet he's more a 4.60 guy. Really good hands, maybe best after Hunter. Not a typical Packer type, but they need a guy with reliable hands who can find holes in zone. They don't have anyone who does that right now, except maybe Doubs who even more than Tua is one head hit from the end. Restrepo will never be a #1, but I think he can be a solid piece who can catch 70+ balls. He'll be a steal if that pro day 40 time makes him slide.

88. Jacksonville=Savion Williams WR TCU (6-4, 222, 4.48) I have no idea with him. The Patterson comps are interesting to me. Williams excels at contested catches down the sideline, and struggles with route running, and routine catches. I see almost more of an MVS player, who also offers a Taysom Hill package, as he was a HS QB. Also a good blocker. Could probably be a cheaper Gabe Davis eventual replacement in Jacksonville.

89. Houston=Josiah Stewart DE Michigan (6-1, 249, 4.70) good burst and bend to get around OTs, I think he profiles as a #3 EDGE/pass rush specialist. Good depth piece behind Anderson/Hunter.

90. LA Rams=Charles Grant OT William & Mary (6-5, 311, 5.05) extreme project, former wrestler. Super long arms (just under 35 inches) but probably a year or 2 away from being a starter. Some scouts believe he could be a Terron Armstead type if/when he does develop, so well worth a flier in round 3. Could be eventual Havenstein replacement.

91. Baltimore=Willie Lampkin G North Carolina (5-11, 290, 5.20) great technique and plays through the whistle. Will not lose leverage battles at his height. Not many comparable players of late, maybe Aaron Brewer? Played all 3 interior spots and didn't allow a single sack in the ACC the last 2 years. I think the Ravens make for a fun landing spot, because in addition to being a G, the Ravens run lots of 6 OL stuff, and Lampkin could even maybe be a Patrick Ricard replacement. Or maybe he's too small?

92. Seattle=Jack Sawyer DE Ohio State (6-4, 265, 4.65) looks like a #2 DE to me, jack of all trades master of none type. Will be 23 as a rookie. Has a knack for deflecting passes at the line. Very different player than Jalon Walker, so doubling up isn't weird to me.

93. New Orleans=Oluwafemi Oladejo DE UCLA (6-3, 259, 4.70) moved from LB to DE last year, and it shows as he's a better run stopper than pass rusher. I think he's a candidate to move back to LB if he loses like 10-15 pounds. Quicker than fast, a bit of a project. Utility player in my eyes.

94. Cleveland=Dorian Strong CB Virginia Tech (6-1, 185, 4.5) plays faster than 4.5. 23 years old, is a bit of a gambler, as he presses early, then gets eyes on QB. #2 in PFF grade in 1-1 coverage last season. Just think age/40 make him slip a bit.

95. Kansas City=Andrew Mukuba S Texas (5-11, 186, 4.45) I think he's a high floor player, where small size is the only thing holding him back. Really good instincts in zone coverage and laid some big hits despite his size. Could see him being Justin Reid's replacement. Just need a smart DC to not ask him to cover TEs or be in the box. Spags fits the pretty smart DC qualification.

96. Philadelphia=Jared Ivey DE Mississippi (6-6, 274, 5.09) I think he's a classic 3-4 DE but in Philly I think he'd bounce between DE/DT as a depth piece. Great run stuffer, who can push the pocket, though he's not very explosive. I like his floor, and Eagles lost some DL depth.

97. Minnesota=Justin Walley CB Minnesota (5-10, 194, 4.40) made 42 starts, and yet feels a bit raw. Holds a bit much and is a bit of a gambler. On the flip side, he plays the run well and has inside/outside versatility which is something Brian Flores loves. Being a local guy doesn't hurt either.

98. Miami=Joshua Farmer DT Florida State (6-3, 305, 5.11) a bit of a project, who likely begins as a rotational player. 35-inch arms is his biggest asset, and Miami has nothing beyond Zach Sieler. Probably a better pass rusher than run stopper, though even then he's more a pocket pusher than gap shooter.

99. NY Giants=Darien Porter CB Iowa State (6-3, 195, 4.30) raw 24-year-old who moved from WR, but freakish tools. Probably could go higher just off his combine testing, but he looks lost on tape a lot, especially in zone. Has clear upside but might just be a special teams guy.

100. San Francisco=Luke Kandra G Cincinnati (6-4, 323, 5.17) good burst and technique, seems almost tailor made for the Shanahan scheme. Was thought to be a 2nd rounder last summer, but that's fallen by the wayside. Low-end starter, excellent depth is the idea here.

101. LA Rams=Mitchell Evans TE Notre Dame (6-5, 260, 4.69) stepped right into Michael Mayer's shoes in 2023 before tearing his ACL. Good acceleration and ability to find holes in zone. A bit of a developmental guy, which works in LA with Higbee/Parkinson also around. Might be the guy in 2026?

102. Detroit=Jeffrey Bassa LB Oregon (6-1, 232, 4.63) another favorite of mine, Bassa is a converted Safety, who was a captain at Oregon and excels at zone coverage. I think he fits in as a very strong depth piece for a defense that was destroyed by injury a year ago.

 

[travdogg]

Arizona:
16. Shemar Stewart DE Texas A&M
47. Grey Zabel G North Dakota State
78. Nohl Williams CB California

Atlanta:
15. Emeka Egbuka WR Ohio State
46. Jared Wilson C Georgia

Baltimore:
27. Donovan Ezeiruaku DE Boston College
59. Kevin Winston S Penn State
91. Willie Lampkin G North Carolina

Buffalo:
30. Nic Scourton DE Texas A&M
56. Jacob Parrish CB Kansas State
62. Demetrius Knight LB South Carolina

Carolina:
3. Abdul Carter DE Penn State (traded 2026 1st to move from 8)
57. Malaki Starks S Georgia
74. Elic Ayomanor WR Stanford

Chicago:
10. Ashton Jeanty RB Boise State
39. Tyleik Williams DT Ohio State
41. Nick Emmanwori S South Carolina
72. Harold Fannin TE Bowling Green

Cincinnati:
17. Jihaad Campbell LB Alabama
49. Tate Ratledge G Georgia
81. Darius Alexander DT Toledo

Cleveland:
2. Travis Hunter WR Colorado
33. Josh Simmons OT Ohio State
67. Tyler Shough QB Louisville
94. Dorian Strong CB Virginia Tech

Dallas:
12. Mykel Williams DE Georgia
44. Jack Bech WR TCU
76. Kaleb Johnson RB Iowa

Denver:
20. Matthew Golden WR Texas
51. TreVeyon Henderson RB Ohio State
85. Ty Robinson DT Nebraska

Detroit:
28. James Pearce DE Tennessee
60. Marcus Mbow G Purdue
102. Jeffrey Bassa LB Oregon

Green Bay:
23. Trey Amos CB Mississippi
54. JT Tuimoloau DE Ohio State
87. Xavier Restrepo WR Miami

Houston:
25. Josh Conerly OT Oregon
58. Tre Harris WR Mississippi
79. Terrance Ferguson TE Oregon
89. Josiah Stewart DE Michigan

Indianapolis:
14. Colston Loveland TE Michigan
45. Carson Schwesinger LB UCLA
80. Princely Umanmielen DE Mississippi

Jacksonville:
5. Derrick Harmon DT Oregon
36. Mason Taylor TE LSU
70. Xavier Watts S Notre Dame
88. Savien Williams WR TCU

Kansas City:
31. Walter Nolen DT Mississippi
63. Ozzy Trapilo OT Boston College
66. Wyatt Milum G West Virginia
95. Andrew Mukuba S Texas

Las Vegas:
6. Mason Graham DT Michigan
37. Maxwell Hairston CB Kentucky
68. Cam Skattebo RB Arizona State

LA Chargers:
22. Tyler Warren TE Penn State
55. Bradyn Swinson DE LSU
86. Jalen Royals WR Utah State

LA Rams:
26. Jahdae Barron CB Texas
90. Charles Grant OT William & Mary
101. Mitchell Evans TE Notre Dame

Miami:
13. Will Campbell OT LSU
48. Tyler Booker G Alabama
98. Joshua Farmer DT Florida State

Minnesota:
24. Kenneth Grant DT Michigan
97. Justin Walley CB Minnesota

New England:
4. Tetairoa McMillan WR Arizona
38. Omarion Hampton RB North Carolina
69. Aireontae Ersery OT Minnesota
77. Elijah Arroyo TE Miami

New Orleans:
9. Mike Green DE Marshall
40. Jayden Higgins WR Iowa State
71. Dylan Sampson RB Tennessee
93. Oluwafemi Oladejo DE UCLA

NY Giants:
8. Armond Membou T Missouri (acquired 2026 1st from Carolina)
34. Shedeur Sanders QB Colorado
65. Omar Norman-Lott DT Tennessee
99. Darien Porter CB Iowa State

NY Jets:
7. Jaxson Dart QB Mississippi
42. Luther Burden WR Missouri
73. Alfred Collins DT Texas

Philadelphia:
32. Kyle Williams WR Washington State
64. Benjamin Morrison CB Notre Dame
96. Jared Ivey DE Mississippi

Pittsburgh:
21. Jalen Milroe QB Alabama
83. Damien Martinez RB Miami

San Francisco:
11. Kelvin Banks OT Texas
43. Shavon Revel CB East Carolina
75. TJ Sanders DT South Carolina
100. Luke Kandra G Cincinnati

Seattle:
18. Jalon Walker DE Georgia
50. Jonah Savaiinaea G Arizona
52. Seth McLaughlin C Ohio State
82. Quinshon Judkins RB Ohio State
92. Jack Sawyer DE Ohio State

Tampa Bay:
19. Will Johnson CB Michigan
53. Landon Jackson DE Arkansas
84. Chris Paul LB Mississippi

Tennessee:
1. Cam Ward QB Miami
35. Jaylin Noel WR Iowa State

Washington:
29. Donovan Jackson G Ohio State
61. Jordan Burch DE Oregon

 

[BLOCKED_PUNT]

Titans haven't shown any real interest in veteran QBs, which suggests this is the plan

I think this very very possible although I have wondered if they are intentionally not signing a (big named) QB is an attempt to get someone to trade up to #1 and their intent is to draft a QB in the second or trade back up into the late first. I have wondered if Rodgers dragging his feet means that he and TN have already agreed to sign after the draft (they can do that right?).

 

[TheDirtyWord]

It's certainly outside the box, but then again the draft always looks a heck of a lot different than consensus mocks. I'll keep my comments limited to the Falcons:

With Mike Green & Mykel Williams off the board, that is certainly not ideal for them. But Jalon Walker, Shemar Stewart, Will Johnson are still on the board and having 5 years of 1st round picks in the 4,8,8,8,15 positions ALL go toward skill positions (TE/WR/RB/QB/WR) on his resume while the defense has an absolute dearth of front 7 talent would be inviting an even hotter seat than GM Terry Fontenot is already on. VERDICT: You crazy

Jared Wilson in Round 2 is a saner pick as right now they have Ryan Neuzil as their starter at C after Drew Dalman signed with CHI. Neuzil was signed to a 1 year 6-figure contract last off-season and while he filled in nicely for Dalman when he was injured in 2024, up the middle pressure is a known way to stunt a young QB's development. VERDICT: Onboard

 

[Snotbubbles]

The Eagles are not trying to de-emphasize the TE position, they're trying to get cheaper, younger and healthier at the spot. When Goedert played, he was utilized in the game plan big time in big . I'll be very surprised if they don't come out of this draft with a TE by the end of round 3. IMO, I don't even think the Eagles will draft a WR this week and if they do, I'll be absolutely shocked it will be in the 1st. With guys you still had available when they selected at #32, I'd bet they'd go Simmons, Zabel or Starks, maybe Mason Taylor (but only if they trade down from #32).

 

[jtd13]

Pretty much a dream draft for the fins, aside from really needing a CB. But 3 need picks at great value. I would take it;

 

[Boston]

While I think every pick for the Pats fills a need and the player makes sense I would be shocked if they don't go O-line with one of their first two picks and would not be surprised if 2 of their first 4 are on that unit...if they don't get that line squared away it won't matter who they have at the skill positions.

 

[Gatorade]

Not too bad for Dallas, but I would hate to see them pass up OT Will Campbell if he is still available.
DL is pretty deep and will be much easier to take one later.

 

[BobbyLayne]

28. Detroit=James Pearce DE Tennessee (6-5, 245, 4.47) personally, I like him and Ezeiruaku more than Stewart/Walker, but that seems pretty non-consensus. That the Ravens/Lions gains here. Has the talent to go higher, but seems like a bit of a knucklehead, including forgetting his combine shirt, which is like the one thing you need to remember combine day. Sky high athlete who can get pushed around in the run game. There is a Brian Burns ceiling here, which would be scary opposite DPOY before injury Hutchinson.

As a fit for the Lions, Pearce is a tough evaluation. Obviously, the team could use more pass-rush help, and he provides that in spades with more than 50 pressures each of the past two seasons and 17.5 total sacks during that stretch. But, schematically, he's not an ideal fit at 245 pounds. Additionally, there have been reported concerns about his work ethic and passion for the game. Detroit values locker room chemistry, and the team isn't likely to risk disrupting that.

They have a penchant for big pocket crushers opposite Hutch so Nic Scourton at 28 or JTT/Landon Jackson in the 2nd or even Gillotte in the 3rd are more likely IMO.

60. Detroit=Marcus Mbow G Purdue (6-4, 303, 5.25) some debate about whether he's a G or T, I think Detroit would be a Guard. Really good run blocker, especially at getting to the 2nd level. Lions have lost starting Guards each of the last 2 seasons.

This is a really good fit because he's very athletic and they ask their guards to pull often + execute combo blocks. Of course they might take Banks, Booker, Donovan Jackson or Zabel in the first if all the big Edge guys are off the board.

Personally I think a big slot/X might be the priority here; Bech maybe (really good blocker), or Ayomanor/Higgins if they drop. Patrick and Raymond are on expiring deals, and Jamo (if he doesn't get traded) will be on his 5th year option next year. ARSB played almost half his snaps outside last year; his slot snap % has dropped from 77% as a rookie to 51.2% last year.

102. Detroit=Jeffrey Bassa LB Oregon (6-1, 232, 4.63) another favorite of mine, Bassa is a converted Safety, who was a captain at Oregon and excels at zone coverage. I think he fits in as a very strong depth piece for a defense that was destroyed by injury a year ago.

It's hard to project a LB seeing the field much with the top 4 returning but they do need an eventual coverage LB replacement for Alex Anzalone, definitely a good fit, but they might have other targets further up the board in the 3rd. Brad Holmes has made 13 draft day trades since 2021 and I don't see him waiting around 42 picks after their 2nd round selection. They have 7 picks and realistically they probably only need 5 with the roster they have in place.

 

[ffmail4me]

As a Maye dynasty owner I would LOVE that draft for the Pats

 

[Grahamburn]

Big variation on Malaki Starks from your previous mock. Dropped 30+ spots? I almost feel like you forgot about him and then snuck him in there.

Honestly think there's a really good chance he goes to the Bucs at #19. But, I do like the Will Johnson pick if he gets that far.

 

[-OZ-]

Good stuff, the quarterbacks are especially interesting.

 

[travdogg]

Titans haven't shown any real interest in veteran QBs, which suggests this is the plan

I think this very very possible although I have wondered if they are intentionally not signing a (big named) QB is an attempt to get someone to trade up to #1 and their intent is to draft a QB in the second or trade back up into the late first. I have wondered if Rodgers dragging his feet means that he and TN have already agreed to sign after the draft (they can do that right?).

I mean, they could do that, but that seems REALLY unlikely.

I think its Steelers or retire for Rodgers at this point and retire is the favorite.

 

[travdogg]

It's certainly outside the box, but then again the draft always looks a heck of a lot different than consensus mocks. I'll keep my comments limited to the Falcons:

With Mike Green & Mykel Williams off the board, that is certainly not ideal for them. But Jalon Walker, Shemar Stewart, Will Johnson are still on the board and having 5 years of 1st round picks in the 4,8,8,8,15 positions ALL go toward skill positions (TE/WR/RB/QB/WR) on his resume while the defense has an absolute dearth of front 7 talent would be inviting an even hotter seat than GM Terry Fontenot is already on. VERDICT: You crazy

Jared Wilson in Round 2 is a saner pick as right now they have Ryan Neuzil as their starter at C after Drew Dalman signed with CHI. Neuzil was signed to a 1 year 6-figure contract last off-season and while he filled in nicely for Dalman when he was injured in 2024, up the middle pressure is a known way to stunt a young QB's development. VERDICT: Onboard

If he was there at #15, I would have absolutely given Atlanta Mykel Williams. I feel like Raheem Morris wouldn't like Jalon Walker's size, but Stewart could be an option. Johnson fits the Morris defense, but I think they are a team more likely to go veteran at CB. I could see them being in on Jalen Ramsey, who Morris was the DC for in LA, in their Super Bowl season. So I defaulted to what helps Penix the most, because Penix panning out is priority #1.

 

[travdogg]

The Eagles are not trying to de-emphasize the TE position, they're trying to get cheaper, younger and healthier at the spot. When Goedert played, he was utilized in the game plan big time in big . I'll be very surprised if they don't come out of this draft with a TE by the end of round 3. IMO, I don't even think the Eagles will draft a WR this week and if they do, I'll be absolutely shocked it will be in the 1st. With guys you still had available when they selected at #32, I'd bet they'd go Simmons, Zabel or Starks, maybe Mason Taylor (but only if they trade down from #32).

My opinion on that is Goedert was utilized because Goedert is really good. I don't totally get why they seem to want to deal Goedert. They don't really save any money moving him.

I think its possible they go defense with all 3 picks in the top-100. I just think Williams would be a great fit. I would have given them Nic Scourton in round 1 if he'd made it to them.

 

[travdogg]

Pretty much a dream draft for the fins, aside from really needing a CB. But 3 need picks at great value. I would take it;

If all of Will Campbell, Armond Membou, and Kelvin Banks are gone, my next thought was Will Johnson.

 

[Payne]

I would be shocked if Seattle traded Walker and drafted another RB.

 

[travdogg]

While I think every pick for the Pats fills a need and the player makes sense I would be shocked if they don't go O-line with one of their first two picks and would not be surprised if 2 of their first 4 are on that unit...if they don't get that line squared away it won't matter who they have at the skill positions.

It was McMillan or Membou at #4 for me. I just felt the dropoff at WR was bigger. I'm probably higher than just about anyone on McMillan though.

Had no real intention of taking a RB that high, but Hampton just seemed like such a great fit.

 

[travdogg]

28. Detroit=James Pearce DE Tennessee (6-5, 245, 4.47) personally, I like him and Ezeiruaku more than Stewart/Walker, but that seems pretty non-consensus. That the Ravens/Lions gains here. Has the talent to go higher, but seems like a bit of a knucklehead, including forgetting his combine shirt, which is like the one thing you need to remember combine day. Sky high athlete who can get pushed around in the run game. There is a Brian Burns ceiling here, which would be scary opposite DPOY before injury Hutchinson.

As a fit for the Lions, Pearce is a tough evaluation. Obviously, the team could use more pass-rush help, and he provides that in spades with more than 50 pressures each of the past two seasons and 17.5 total sacks during that stretch. But, schematically, he's not an ideal fit at 245 pounds. Additionally, there have been reported concerns about his work ethic and passion for the game. Detroit values locker room chemistry, and the team isn't likely to risk disrupting that.

They have a penchant for big pocket crushers opposite Hutch so Nic Scourton at 28 or JTT/Landon Jackson in the 2nd or even Gillotte in the 3rd are more likely IMO.

60. Detroit=Marcus Mbow G Purdue (6-4, 303, 5.25) some debate about whether he's a G or T, I think Detroit would be a Guard. Really good run blocker, especially at getting to the 2nd level. Lions have lost starting Guards each of the last 2 seasons.

This is a really good fit because he's very athletic and they ask their guards to pull often + execute combo blocks. Of course they might take Banks, Booker, Donovan Jackson or Zabel in the first if all the big Edge guys are off the board.

Personally I think a big slot/X might be the priority here; Bech maybe (really good blocker), or Ayomanor/Higgins if they drop. Patrick and Raymond are on expiring deals, and Jamo (if he doesn't get traded) will be on his 5th year option next year. ARSB played almost half his snaps outside last year; his slot snap % has dropped from 77% as a rookie to 51.2% last year.

102. Detroit=Jeffrey Bassa LB Oregon (6-1, 232, 4.63) another favorite of mine, Bassa is a converted Safety, who was a captain at Oregon and excels at zone coverage. I think he fits in as a very strong depth piece for a defense that was destroyed by injury a year ago.

It's hard to project a LB seeing the field much with the top 4 returning but they do need an eventual coverage LB replacement for Alex Anzalone, definitely a good fit, but they might have other targets further up the board in the 3rd. Brad Holmes has made 13 draft day trades since 2021 and I don't see him waiting around 42 picks after their 2nd round selection. They have 7 picks and realistically they probably only need 5 with the roster they have in place.

I thought about Donovan Jackson in round 1. Just felt like EDGE was the bigger need, and the dropoff was bigger there than at OL. I'm still slightly skeptical of Zabel as a 1st rounder. VERY rare for an FCS guy to go in round 1, since 2017 its only been Trey Lance, Cole Strange and Trevor Penning, 3 busts.

I agree Pearce is a tough one. I think talent wise he should be going in the teens. Good chance someone is getting a steal with him. He was in the #1 overall conversation at this time last year. I kinda thought he would make sense as a split time guy with Paschal/Davenport.

 

[travdogg]

Big variation on Malaki Starks from your previous mock. Dropped 30+ spots? I almost feel like you forgot about him and then snuck him in there.

Honestly think there's a really good chance he goes to the Bucs at #19. But, I do like the Will Johnson pick if he gets that far.

I think Starks is the best Safety in the class, but man, everything I read is excitement about all the Safeties that aren't him. I think he also suffers from Safety not being a really big priority for many teams, so once he started falling, it was tough to find a fit. At this point I'd be shocked if he went in round 1, and the fall could be big. I think he'll be a steal for somebody.

 

[travdogg]

Good stuff, the quarterbacks are especially interesting.

At this point, I'm pretty convinced Dart goes no later than #9. I think the Saints are very interesting, because I could see them going QB at #9, or I could see them punting the position a bit, and starting Spencer Rattler and a random vet (Wentz? Howell? O'Connell?) and getting their QB of the future next year.

I think Milroe's floor is Giants at the top of round 2. Just too much physical talent, and its reported he was basically THE best interview.

Sanders at this point looks like a day 2, and I think where I have him, is probably his ceiling.

 

[travdogg]

I would be shocked if Seattle traded Walker and drafted another RB.

I think it'd be a dumb move, but I'm a huge Walker fan (top-10 NFL RB in my opinion) there has been chatter about trading Walker, that he won't be extended, and that they are tired of his durability issues.

I haven't agreed with pretty much any of Seattle's offseason though. Feels very change for the sake of change.

 

[-OZ-]

Good stuff, the quarterbacks are especially interesting.

At this point, I'm pretty convinced Dart goes no later than #9. I think the Saints are very interesting, because I could see them going QB at #9, or I could see them punting the position a bit, and starting Spencer Rattler and a random vet (Wentz? Howell? O'Connell?) and getting their QB of the future next year.

I think Milroe's floor is Giants at the top of round 2. Just too much physical talent, and its reported he was basically THE best interview.

Sanders at this point looks like a day 2, and I think where I have him, is probably his ceiling.

Both sanders and dart are interesting, and I think I’d prefer dart but if stories are believable, Sanders was supposed to go higher. But he could be this years Levis or Willis and fall to where he probably should - round 2, or the browns trade up to get the 5th year option.

 

[kyoun1e]

While I think every pick for the Pats fills a need and the player makes sense I would be shocked if they don't go O-line with one of their first two picks and would not be surprised if 2 of their first 4 are on that unit...if they don't get that line squared away it won't matter who they have at the skill positions.

Agree.

If not Campbell or Membou at 4 I've got to think they grab somebody in round 2.

Don't think Hampton falls that far.

That said, I love the composition of the first 4 picks -- a WR, a RB, a OT, and a TE. I just hope it's more like:

* WR: T. Hunter
* OT: J. Conerly
* TE: M. Taylor
* RB: D. Sampson

 

[kyoun1e]

While I think every pick for the Pats fills a need and the player makes sense I would be shocked if they don't go O-line with one of their first two picks and would not be surprised if 2 of their first 4 are on that unit...if they don't get that line squared away it won't matter who they have at the skill positions.

It was McMillan or Membou at #4 for me. I just felt the dropoff at WR was bigger. I'm probably higher than just about anyone on McMillan though.

Had no real intention of taking a RB that high, but Hampton just seemed like such a great fit.

I'll be shocked if Tet goes to NE at 4. Feel like there's an argument he isn't even the #1 WR in the draft. I would rather they wait until the two I. State products are around.

Appreciate the effort.

 

[Lansdowne]

Very interesting. If Shedeur is still there at 33 I don't see the Browns passing up a chance to pair him with his college teammate Hunter.

 

[sushinsky4tsar]

Great work. Would love to see you be right on some of the early WR draft capital. I'm fearful that you knocked the lack of RB capital out of the park. Definitely hoping Judkins is just outside of the 2nd round fringe if he doesn't make it. But this disappointment would be very much on par with other RBs that have been pushed late to Day 2 or Day 3 in recent drafts. Probably a very smart bet based on the depth.

 

[travdogg]

Very interesting. If Shedeur is still there at 33 I don't see the Browns passing up a chance to pair him with his college teammate Hunter.

I honestly think that's a reason why they wouldn't take him. What if he didn't win the starting job? Then he's possibly causing problems with Hunter.

 

[Payne]

I would be shocked if Seattle traded Walker and drafted another RB.

I think it'd be a dumb move, but I'm a huge Walker fan (top-10 NFL RB in my opinion) there has been chatter about trading Walker, that he won't be extended, and that they are tired of his durability issues.

I haven't agreed with pretty much any of Seattle's offseason though. Feels very change for the sake of change.

My statement was a reflection of the Seahawks, not your prediction.

 

[Bracie Smathers]

5. Jacksonville=Derrick Harmon DT Oregon (6-4, 313, 4.95) I think his superior size is gonna push him ahead of Mason Graham, he's just a higher upside prospect. I think a fair comp for him is Leonard Williams.

6. Las Vegas=Mason Graham DT Michigan (6-3, 296, 5.10) I think his size could be an issue for some teams, as he's an inch and 20 pounds smaller than Michigan listed him and has extremely short arms. I think he projects as an undersized gap shooter ala Grady Jarrett.

They don't get much rep on this board, but I guess ESPN hears it from Jag fans that say they get no respect and hardly any thought put into their mock picks.
I just don't think they pass on Graham if the choice came down to either/or at DT.
2025 NFL Mock Draft From Brendan Donahue
Brendan Donahue, the #2 most accurate mock drafter over the past five NFL seasons according to The Huddle Report, gives you his 2025 NFL Mock Draft — making predictions for every team and every pick in the first round.

5. Jacksonville Jaguars, Top Draft Pick Prediction: Mason Graham, DL, Michigan​

Previous selection in Mock Draft 4.0: Mason Graham, DL, Michigan
This feels like one of the safer bets of the draft, as long as the board falls this way.
It is a natural fit of talent and need.
Graham to be the fifth overall selection is -120.

5

Jaguars

Mason Graham

DL

Michigan

 

[Bracie Smathers]

More Jags:
Shefty reported the Jags were open to moving down.
Makes sense since the top-rated player would be Graham and that isn't a pressing need on the team, so it is doubtful they'd take a lower rated player at an area they don't have a pressing need.
NFL Draft: Adam Schefter says Jacksonville Jaguars interested in moving back via trade
... it's a position that's viewed as deep in this year's draft class and the Jaguars currently project at least four rostered players at the same position heading into the season.
They acquired veteran Arik Armstead last offseason while drafting Maason Smith in the second-round of the draft last season. They also drafted Jordan Jefferson last season and still have DaVon Hamilton on the roster...

 

[jtd13]

Pretty much a dream draft for the fins, aside from really needing a CB. But 3 need picks at great value. I would take it;

If all of Will Campbell, Armond Membou, and Kelvin Banks are gone, my next thought was Will Johnson.

I'd be happy with Johnson, but #1 on the wish list is definitely Campbell.

 

[Uruk-Hai]

Baltimore:
27. Donovan Ezeiruaku DE Boston College
59. Kevin Winston S Penn State
91. Willie Lampkin G North Carolina

I chose the same player at 27 in the recent 3 round mock we did here, so I know a tiny bit about him. The other two players you chose for the Ravens, I know nothing about - but I like the positional choices. I expect they will hammer both lines, Edge, and DB in this draft.

I also misspoke in one thread or another (I think it was the Andrews thread) recently that Baltimore didn't have enough roster spots for 11 drafted players this year. But I read on The Athletic this morning that they have only 58 players under contract for 2025, which ,means that they could draft 11 players and still sign a bunch of UDFAs/street vets.

It also means I am an idiot for spreading false information here. It wasn't done on purpose and I have no idea where that thought in my head came from. Apologies.

That doesn't mean I don't think they'll trade around during the draft, though. I could see them - if they have a block of players rated more or less the same when the time comes - trading back out of #27 and gaining a mid-round pick. I really doubt they'll trade up, but ya nevah know.

 

[JAA]

Thank you for posting.

I dont see a world where SSanders falls out of the first round. Sure, someone may trade back in, but 5th year option and all ... no world.

 

[travdogg]

Thank you for posting.

I dont see a world where SSanders falls out of the first round. Sure, someone may trade back in, but 5th year option and all ... no world.

I did a study on the 5th year option either last year or in 2023, and basically, while the idea of taking a guy in round 1 to get it, makes some sense logically, its basically not a thing that matters at QB. You've either decided to extend by then, or you aren't going to.

I just think Sanders is gonna be QB4 on many (most?) boards. I think he's better than Dart or Milroe right now, but he simply doesn't have their upside, and while I won't speak for Dart, Sanders doesn't have Milroe's likeability. Lots of reports out there that Sanders bombed interviews and Milroe aced them. Haven't seen as much about Dart, which I assume means he was fine, but nothing notable.

Its possible Sanders goes round 1, and that a trade up happens, but I think its very easy to see a world where he doesn't and nobody does. Only takes 1 team though to have a different board, so it'll be interesting.

 

[travdogg]

More Jags:
Shefty reported the Jags were open to moving down.
Makes sense since the top-rated player would be Graham and that isn't a pressing need on the team, so it is doubtful they'd take a lower rated player at an area they don't have a pressing need.
NFL Draft: Adam Schefter says Jacksonville Jaguars interested in moving back via trade
... it's a position that's viewed as deep in this year's draft class and the Jaguars currently project at least four rostered players at the same position heading into the season.
They acquired veteran Arik Armstead last offseason while drafting Maason Smith in the second-round of the draft last season. They also drafted Jordan Jefferson last season and still have DaVon Hamilton on the roster...

I think DT is a pretty big need. Armstead is 31, and isn't the player he was in SF anymore, Hamilton isn't any good, Smith was a reach by a bad GM and was awful (when he wasn't injured) as a rookie, and Jefferson was a day 3 pick who barely played. Harmon or Graham would instantly be the best DT on the roster.

I think the NFL really likes Harmon. I think he has the highest ceiling at the position (I think Graham has a better floor) and the Jags are a wildcard with a completely new GM/HC.

I do think the Jags (and really everyone after the top-3) would like to move down, I'm just not sure who'd want to move up. The guys to move up for are Hunter and Carter. Maybe someone fell in love with Jeanty, but I'm still thinking there is a positional tax on RB, that wasn't wiped away just because Barkley/Henry had big years. But if someone moves up, I would bet its for him as the other positions don't have that drop off, in my opinion.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

From your lips to God's ears about Jeanty to Chicago but I don't think it can happen barring a trade.

 

[travdogg]

From your lips to God's ears about Jeanty to Chicago but I don't think it can happen barring a trade.

I think if he makes it past the Raiders, he's a Bear. On the flip side, I think if the Raiders take him, I could see Graham making it to Chicago.

 

[Snotbubbles]

Big variation on Malaki Starks from your previous mock. Dropped 30+ spots? I almost feel like you forgot about him and then snuck him in there.

Honestly think there's a really good chance he goes to the Bucs at #19. But, I do like the Will Johnson pick if he gets that far.

I think Starks is the best Safety in the class, but man, everything I read is excitement about all the Safeties that aren't him. I think he also suffers from Safety not being a really big priority for many teams, so once he started falling, it was tough to find a fit. At this point I'd be shocked if he went in round 1, and the fall could be big. I think he'll be a steal for somebody.

I think he's a better fit for Philly at #32 than the WR you selected. However, Philly has never drafted a S in round 1. Right now they are hoping Sydney Brown can replace CJGJ. If the Eagles don't draft a safety, Justin Simmons (assuming he comes cheap) could be an option. I think they need more depth at the position.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

From your lips to God's ears about Jeanty to Chicago but I don't think it can happen barring a trade.

I think if he makes it past the Raiders, he's a Bear. On the flip side, I think if the Raiders take him, I could see Graham making it to Chicago.

I'm a huge fan of Graham, so I would be ecstatic if that happened. Grab one of the OSU RBs in the second.

 

[travdogg]

From your lips to God's ears about Jeanty to Chicago but I don't think it can happen barring a trade.

I think if he makes it past the Raiders, he's a Bear. On the flip side, I think if the Raiders take him, I could see Graham making it to Chicago.

I'm a huge fan of Graham, so I would be ecstatic if that happened. Grab one of the OSU RBs in the second.

I'd be happy with Graham there too. I think (like Will Campbell) his arm length could push him down further than people think.

I want no part of the OSU RBs where they are mocked. I'd greatly prefer Dylan Sampson in round 3. I'd prefer Sampson over Judkins period regardless of where.

Personally, I'm still on team trade up for Hunter or Carter, but if that fails, I like Jeanty next. I'd be pretty aggressive about trading up, though, unlike a lot of people, I actually do think the Bears are 1-2 players away from being a contender. They just need Caleb Williams/Ben Johnson to be the right combo. I think the roster is top-10 right now.

 

[IHEARTFF]

I think the Bears are close too. Problem for 2025 is that brutal schedule. They are probably underdogs in 8/9 road games.

 

[Deamon]

@travdogg you might be able to answer this faster than me going through it all, any of your top 102 players still on the board?

 

[travdogg]

@travdogg you might be able to answer this faster than me going through it all, any of your top 102 players still on the board?

Just the Miami skill guys I think

ETA: Jared Ivey too, who I thought was an excellent 3-4 DE prospect.

 

[Deamon]

@travdogg you might be able to answer this faster than me going through it all, any of your top 102 players still on the board?

Just the Miami skill guys I think

just martinez?