2025 NFL Mock Draft: Final predictions include Shedeur Sanders slide, Jaguars selection of Ashton Jeanty sends shockwaves
The NFL Draft is only 28 hours away from the time this is published, which means the cycle is almost over. It's been a fun ride looking at this class with a lot of unique perspectives and varying opinions across the board, even more so than in previous years. Going into the start of the […]
The NFL Draft is only 28 hours away from the time this is published, which means the cycle is almost over.
It's been a fun ride looking at this class with a lot of unique perspectives and varying opinions across the board, even more so than in previous years.
Going into the start of the NFL Draft, these are my final projections based on intel, team needs, scheme, and the film
Tyler Forness 2025 NFL Mock Draft
1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami (FL)
Nearly every mock draft right now has the Titans taking Cam Ward because that's what's going to happen.
2. Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Hunter is the best player in this class, and I don't think it's particularly close. He was the nation's best wide receiver, winning the Biletnikoff Award, and was an elite cornerback as well. Hunter is truly a special prospect and would go first overall if the Titans weren't stressed for a quarterback.
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Ideally, there would be a quarterback worth selecting for the Giants, but Carter is too good to pass up, especially as the consensus is much lower on Shedeur Sanders.
4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OT, LSU
This has been trending to be Campbell for a while. Campbell is going to be a size outlier for a tackle from a length and wingspan perspective, but he's got the skill set to play on the outside. If he fails there, Campbell is plenty good enough to thrive on the inside at guard.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
The common selection for the Jaguars is Mason Graham, but I am much lower on him than the consensus. New general manager James Gladstone goes in a different direction by taking the top skill player in Jeanty, who has a similar profile to Hall of Fame running back LaDanian Tomlinson.
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
With Jeanty off the board and issues with Kolton Miller, the Raiders need to look at addressing the offensive line. Membou is arguably the best offensive lineman in the draft and could shift over to the left side.
7. New York Jets: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Tight end isn't usually a position that gets taken in the top 10, but when they are, they profile as Warren does. He reminds me of T.J. Hockenson in that he's a hyper-athletic prospect with really good size, and being a former quarterback, you can use him in unique ways.
8. Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
There is a big debate on whether or not Walker should play edge or linebacker at the next level. In all honesty, let him play both and be a hybrid player a la Andrew Van Ginkel or Kyle Van Noy. Walker's athleticism is a plus that can be maximized in multiple ways.
9. New Orleans Saints: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
The Saints need to have a succession plan for Cam Jordan, and Williams fits the bill. While he's not the same caliber of a prospect as Jadeveon Clowney was, Williams is the same archetype and can wreak havoc on the interior.
10. Chicago Bears: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The offensive line was addressed in a major way for the Bears this offseason, giving them flexibility to attack other positions. Graham falling this fall is somewhat of a surprise but that will happen when Jeanty goes at the most natural landing spot at five to the Jaguars. Graham can be a force as a pass rusher on the interior.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
The 49ers have Nick Bosa, and that's it on the defensive line. Stewart is a top-five player in this class, ranking third on my personal big board. He will be a force in Robert Saleh's defense.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The Cowboys need to find a way to get weapons for Dak Prescott to throw to. They have CeeDee Lamb, but nobody else. McMillan is a surprisingly good YAC threat and will give Prescott a big body to target on all three levels of the field.
13. Miami Dolphins: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
After losing Jevon Holland in free agency, the Dolphins have a need at both safety and cornerback, and Barron fits the bill as a versatile player. He played outside cornerback last season for the Longhorns, but has experience playing safety and nickel.
14. Indianapolis Colts: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Tight end has been a need for the Colts for some time, and Loveland fits the bill, especially in the passing game. The Colts can use Loveland as a mismatch weapon up the seam and attack defenses.
15. Atlanta Falcons: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
Edge rusher is a priority for the Falcons, as their pass rush was rough in the first half of the year. Green is one of the best speed rushers in the NFL with a great first step. There are some off-the-field concerns with Green, but his talent is worthy of the selection.
16. Arizona Cardinals: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
The Cardinals have been working hard on fortifying the trenches on both sides of the ball, but both guard and right tackle are spots that could be improved. While Banks played left tackle at Texas, guard might be his best fit moving forward, and he can be a mover in the run game.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
The defensive line is dire for the Bengals right now, and this is the perfect class to fix that. Harmon can play across the line and get penetration from every spot. He needs to be a better finisher, but that's much easier to teach than being a disruptor.
18. Seattle Seahawks: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
The offensive line is a need for the Seahawks, but general manager John Schneider doesn't prioritize the interior. After moving on from both DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, getting weapons for Sam Darnold is paramount, and Egbuka fits the bill. He can continue to learn how to do the dirty work like Cooper Kupp and be the third option right away while settling in.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
Edge rusher and linebacker are spots they can upgrade, but cornerback has been a rough spot. Hairston fits what they like in a man coverage cornerback with plus ball skills and a 4.28-second 40-yard dash.
20. Denver Broncos: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
This is the joker that Sean Payton has wanted to have in the room for the Broncos. It might be a little high, but Henderson can be used in the same way he maximized Alvin Kamara in New Orleans.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Getting who I believe is the top quarterback in this class at 21st overall is an absolute steal. While he may not have any elite athletic traits, Sanders does have elite accuracy and ball placement and works very well within structure. Those will automatically translate to the NFL.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Jim Harbaugh taking a Michigan man: a tale as old as time. Grant is the perfect guy to fortify the interior of the defensive line for the Chargers, especially after they lost Poona Ford to free agency.
23. Green Bay Packers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Packers need help at cornerback, and they get a falling player in Johnson, who will be a great get for the Packers.
24. Minnesota Vikings: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
General manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has been steadfast in wanting to get both an impactful player and one you can't get in free agency in this class. That is the epitome of a talent like Nolen. There are certainly flaws there (including some effort concerns), but you don't get his combination of size, athleticism, and power anywhere other than the first round.
25. Houston Texans: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
The best offensive lineman on the board should be going to Houston. Protect CJ Stroud at all costs.
26. Los Angeles Rams: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
The Rams are a difficult nut to crack, but it's evident they'd like to get another weapon in the building. Golden is a great complement to who they have in Puka Nacua and Davante Adams.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
A tale as old as time: the Ravens get a player who falls down to them who probably shouldn't. Starks is a very good player who would complement Kyle Hamilton well.
28. Detroit Lions: Grey Zabel, OL, NDSU
The Lions have a history of taking players who made a top 30 visit for them. Zabel would be able to slide in at guard right away and potentially take over for Frank Ragnow at center whenever he chooses to hang it up.
29. Washington Commanders: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
Emmanwori is a more athletic player than Kam Chancellor in the same body type. Chancellor was way more physical, but head coach Dan Quinn can make the most out of him.
30. Buffalo Bills: Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
The Bills need to find an interior presence to pair with Ed Oliver, and Williams is the run-stuffer perfect for the role. He also provides a surprising amount of pass rush juice for a nose tackle.
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
The Chiefs need to improve on the offensive line, but the board doesn't fall great for them. It does give the Chiefs the option of taking a very athletic tackle in Conerly. There are strength concerns, but he will likely have time togrow in that area.
32. Philadelphia Eagles: Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Eagles take the best trench player available and they get one at their biggest position of need at edge rusher. Scourton can bend the arc with the strength profile to hold up at the point of attack.
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