Final 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Offensive tackles continue to rise, quarterbacks slide, and other predictions right before night one begins

THE 2025 NFL Draft is within HOURS of our grasp, my friends. The anticipation will soon come to an end as round one kicks off in Green Bay.  With that, I put together my final one-round mock draft for this year. I tried to predict as many selections as possible through talent, needs, and recent […]

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THE 2025 NFL Draft is within HOURS of our grasp, my friends. The anticipation will soon come to an end as round one kicks off in Green Bay. 

With that, I put together my final one-round mock draft for this year. I tried to predict as many selections as possible through talent, needs, and recent reports – without involving trades simply due to their harsh unpredictability. 

Check out every pick from 1-32 below. 

Final 2025 NFL Mock Draft

1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami

I may miss on a majority of these picks in round one. This won't be one. This is Cam Ward in sharpie, as a potential franchise QB lands in Nashville to begin the madness. 

2. Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado

A pick that also seems nearly official even before the first round begins. Hunter is one of the most polarizing prospects in recent history because of his upside at both wide receiver and cornerback. 

3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

If the Giants take a quarterback, I do not think it will be with the third pick. With that, they grab the top pass rusher and potentially top overall prospect in this entire draft class. 

4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OT, LSU

Mike Vrabel and the Pats are seemingly infatuated with Campbell. This selection has gotten a ton of buzz over the past week, and I think it comes to fruition for New England. 

5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

This one may surprise folks. I do not think Mason Graham is going here as of now, and instead, the Jags may add an offensive piece for Liam Coen and Trevor Lawrence. I see them valuing a talented wideout to pair with Brian Thomas Jr. over the running back in Ashton Jeanty.

6. Las Vegas Raiders: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri

You read that right. This is not Jeanty, either. It feels like the likelihood of LV going RB here has diminished in recent days. While I won't be surprised if it is Jeanty, offensive line or edge rusher feel more likely by this point. Membou is arguably the most physically gifted tackle in this class. 

7. New York Jets: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

Banks continues to rise up mock drafts. Once taken in the mid-to-late 20's in mocks, he is almost always a top fifteen pick now. The Jets must protect Justin Fields to truly identify if he is a long-term starter. Banks' floor is higher than some other options here. 

8. Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia

This is another pick that makes a ton of sense to me. Why? Carolina needs more physical ability and leadership on defense. Walker has a ton of confidence and expects to play a massive role at the next level. 

9. New Orleans Saints: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

The Saints are so hard to predict at nine. A pass rusher, tight end, wideout, or offensive lineman would not surprise me. As I noted in a recent 7-rounder I did for them, I cannot shake Kellen Moore's comment about "position-less" players when it comes to talent acquisition. Warren does it all and plays with so much energy. 

10. Chicago Bears: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Jeanty falls into Chicago's lap here. If this happens, they should sprint in the card. Elite RB prospect for a team that really needs more juice in the backfield. 

11. San Francisco 49ers:  Mason Graham, DT, Michigan

This nice slide for Graham, compared to earlier projections, ends in San Fran. Think the 49ers would love to add him to a defensive line that was torn to shreds in free agency. 

12. Dallas Cowboys: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

WR for Dallas is a bit boring by now. That being said, I think it is what they're thinking about them most in round one. They add a speedster to create a cyanic duo with CeeDee Lamb. 

13. Miami Dolphins: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas

Love this fit. Barron is a smooth-moving DB with inside/outside versatility at the next level. He's a scheme fit for the Dolphins and would step into a role as a rookie, especially if they trade away Jalen Ramsey, as expected.

14. Indianapolis Colts: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

Tight end for Indy is the worst-kept "secret" in this draft. If they follow what they've said and how reports entertain them, Loveland is the clear choice here in the top fifteen. Some teams have him as their top TE in the class. 

15. Atlanta Falcons: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

Pass rusher. You gotta do it, Falcons. Williams may go a bit earlier than this, but I like ATL taking the swing on his upside going forward. Raheem Morris is a coach who can get the most out of him, too. 

16. Arizona Cardinals: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss

Nolen has gone in the top ten (!!) in a couple notable mock drafts from national analysts today. With that, my expectation for where he will go continues to life a bit. The Cardinals need help just about everywhere on defense, including on the interior DL. Nolen steps in day one and helps aid in that. 

17. Cincinnati Bengals: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

Sorry if this is a bit boring, Bengals fans. Pass rusher – again. Green's pass rush ability is super exciting, and Cincy needs all the help they can get on defense after last year's debacle on that side of the ball. He was one of the most dominant players in CFB a season ago, regardless of competition. 

18. Seattle Seahawks: Grey Zabel, IOL, North Dakota State

Gotta protect Sam Darnold if you want to see him succeed. If you're confused by this selection, just check out Darnold's playoff game last season for the Vikings. 

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College

Ezeiruaku is another name getting noticeable buzz recently, and the Buccaneers have been a team connected to him. He's a hardworking, motor-first player that Todd Bowles would love to add to his DL. 

20. Denver Broncos: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina

Getting a read on Sean Payton is nearly impossible. The being said, I know how frustrated he was by the RB situation and lack of a running game for his offense last season. Hampton solves that as a bruiser who can withstand plenty of workload. 

21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Steelers

Sanders' slide stops circa Steelers. Apologies for that in advance. Regardless, Sanders feels like a smart QB option to bring in, especially if he can sit a season behind Aaron Rodgers. If the veteran QB doesn't join the roster, then Sanders is there as your backup plan for Pittsburgh. 

22. Los Angeles Chargers: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan

Jim Harbaugh grabs one of his former defensive studs to clog up the middle. If they go defense here, LA needs to add offensive talent on day two to help Justin Herbert, though. 

23. Green Bay Packers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

Johnson's medicals have spooked some teams, which is a big reason for his availability here. GB takes the risk on him, and it could pay off in a huge way. His 2023 tape is incredibly impressive, but he dealt with injuries this season. 

24. Minnesota Vikings: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

The Vikings grab a potential heir apparent to Harrison Smith. I also considered interior offensive line at this spot, due to some potential issues at guard next season as the roster currently sits. 

25. Houston Texans: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

I've made this pick often and won't apologize for it. I think Simmons is supremely talented, and his medical question marks after a knee injury last season are holding him back from being a top ten pick. Houston must protect C.J. Stroud better going forward. 

26. Los Angeles Rams: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

Hairston is a mock draft darling right now, as he continues to climb to the back end of round one. The Rams value his sort of athletic upside and need a cornerback quite badly. 

27. Baltimore Ravens: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M

Stewart's ceiling is among the highest in this whole class, so this is a fun swing for Baltimore. They love traits off the edge, and Stewart checks those boxes. 

28. Detroit Lions: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon

Harmon's pass rush ability from the inside is super exciting, and Detroit lacks any sort of depth at that spot right now. This is awesome value for Dan Campbell's team, in my opinion. 

29. Washington Commanders: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee

Dan Quinn grabs a clear scheme fit off the edge for his defensive unit. Pearce is a freak athlete that could turn into a double digit sack player for Washington, given his development comes together. 

30. Buffalo Bills: Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss

Amos, like Hairston, is a CB that keeps climbing. His length and ball skills could really help a Buffalo secondary that lacks some upside in the secondary. 

31. Kansas City Chiefs: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon

After watching the Super Bowl, I almost refuse to give KC anyone except an offensive lineman. It's so hard to process overlooking that spot. Conerly is rock solid and gives Patrick Mahomes a young, new protection piece. 

32. Philadelphia Eagles: Tyler Booker, IOL, Alabama

The Eagles love picking up what other teams let fall in these spots. Once considered a top fifteen pick, Booker has seen a recent fall in mock drafts. While the athleticism is limited, Booker's a massive lineman that Jeff Stoutland can turn into a starting guard for a decade in Philly. 

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