Myles Garrett is irreplaceable for the Cleveland Browns, but the 2025 NFL Draft presents some dynamic options throughout the 7 rounds

The recent trade request by Myles Garrett took a lot of Cleveland Browns fans off guard. If Cleveland does eventually trade the star pass rusher, it would be a massive blow to the organization. They will need to find answers to how to fill the void, with both free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft […]

Ryan Roberts — National College Football Writer
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The recent trade request by Myles Garrett took a lot of Cleveland Browns fans off guard. If Cleveland does eventually trade the star pass rusher, it would be a massive blow to the organization. They will need to find answers to how to fill the void, with both free agency and the 2025 NFL Draft potentially being options. 

If the draft route does end up being where the Browns supplement that lost production, the good news is that the 2025 class is loaded with talent on the edge. Depending on when the team chooses to draft that talent with one of their 11 draft selections, there are tons of options that could be on the board.

Here are some players that could be available in every spot. This isn't your traditional mock draft, but more a directory of the talent and potential draft ranges. 

Round 1, Pick 2: Abdul Carter (Penn State)

Even before the Myles Garrett news came, there was a lot of chatter around the Browns targeting Carter. The Penn State standout began his career as an inside linebacker, and has now evolved into one of the most talented pass rushers to come out in several years.

Round 2, Pick 33: Princely Umanmielen (Ole Miss)

From a pure pass rush perspective, Umanmielen is one of the most talented players in the 2025 class. Consistency has been the biggest question around Umanmielen, but he took his game to a much higher level in his lone season with Ole Miss.

Round 3, Pick 67: Kyle Kennard (South Carolina)

Kennard was solid at Georgia Tech, but he was a completely different player in his only season with the Gamecocks. He isn’t the bendiest rusher of all time, profiling as a power rusher on the next level.

Round 3, Pick 93: Femi Oladejo (UCLA)

In a similar arc to Carter, Oladejo began his career as an inside linebacker for Cal. As an EDGE rusher, the UCLA standout started to showcase outstanding upside in 2024, and there is a lot more room to grow.

Round 4, Pick 103: David Walker (Central Arkansas)

Walker may be coming from the FCS level, but the production certainly pops off the screen. That included 63 tackles for losses, 31 sacks, and six interceptions during the last three seasons. While Walker doesn’t hit all the physical thresholds you might want, he is explosive, powerful, and tactical as a player.

Round 5, Pick 167: Antwaun Powell-Ryland (Virginia Tech)

At this point in the draft, you are trying to find players who can fill roles. Powell-Ryland is never going to be a full time starter, but he does have the pass rush upside to be a role specific player on obvious passing downs.

Round 6, Pick 178: Tyler Baron (Miami)

This draft slot might shock some, but there are some medical hurdles that Baron is going to have to answer. He boasts a big frame with a power profile to work with. Baron isn’t incredibly bendy, but his profile has a place in the NFL.

Round 6, Pick 191: Que Robinson (Alabama)

Robinson got injured this season, but when he was healthy, he was very productive. This is an upside selection with a ton of athletic talent to tap into down the road.

Round 6, Pick 203: Kaimon Rucker (UNC)

Rucker is a shorter pass rusher, but makes up for it from an arm length perspective. He’s a very intelligent rusher who thrives off of making offensive tackles overset.

Round 6, Pick 216: Xavier Carlton (Cal)

Carlton fits the profile that the Browns typically gravitate towards. He is a massive kid, who could potentially fit inside down the road, but can be a tough matchup off the edge as well.

Round 6, Pick 217: Jasheen Davis (Wake Forest)

There is nothing flashy about Davis, who is a very physical edge setter in the run game. His biggest impact will come on early downs, while pass rushing is a secondary part of his game. 

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