2025 NFL Mock Draft 2.0: Mid-Season Edition

The Top 10 NFL Draft Picks of 2025

1. Jacksonville Jaguars
Travis Hunter - CB/WR, Colorado

2. New York Giants
Cam Ward - QB, Miami

The Giants are feeling long overdue for a splash move at quarterback, especially after the Daniel Jones experiment has continued to go sideways. Ownership has publicly backed GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll, but that doesn’t change the need for a true franchise QB to bring this offense to life.

The Giants have some young, dynamic playmakers with serious athleticism like running back Tyrone Tracy Jr., wide receiver Malik Nabers, and tight end Theo Johnson, but they’re missing that centerpiece under center.

Enter Cam Ward, the Miami Hurricanes’ signal-caller who’s making a strong case as one the top quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft. Ward’s path has been anything but traditional. He started at Incarnate Word in Division II, transferred to Washington State, and finally landed in Miami after the end of the PAC-12 as we knew it.

Yes, Ward's been a bit reckless with the football at times, but there’s no denying his production. This season, he’s averaging a whopping 349 yards passing and 3.2 passing touchdowns per game. Talk about a stat line!

Ward’s an older prospect, set to turn 23 right after the draft, but sometimes that added maturity is just what a team needs. His journey from smaller programs to a major program like Miami speaks to his adaptability and determination, qualities that NFL teams look for in a quarterback. With his experience and resilience, Ward could be the breath of fresh air the Giants need to reset their offense.

3. Tennessee Titans
Tetairoa McMillan - WR. Arizona

4. Cleveland Browns
Mason Graham - DT, Michigan

The 2024 season has been a disaster for the Browns. Quarterback Deshaun Watson has played horribly and is now on injured reserve for the foreseeable future, and the defense hasn't been anywhere near as good as it was in 2023. This team is in a rough spot and could use a quarterback to help reset their situation, but they also need some serious help along the defensive interior to free up edge rusher Myles Garrett.

Graham is an absolute force at defensive tackle—the full package and then some. He’s got the size and strength to stuff the run, but he’s also quick enough to blow up passing plays. So far, he’s racked up 32 pressures and already has five sacks under his belt. And here’s the kicker: he’s just getting started.

5. Las Vegas Raiders
Shedeur Sanders - QB, Colorado

It's pretty clear the Raiders need a quarterback and have for a long time, especially while playing in a division with Patrick Mahomes, Justin Herbert, and Bo Nix.

Let’s talk about the most polarizing prospect in the 2025 class: Shedeur Sanders. There’s a lot to like—he’s a fearless leader who’s willing to stand tall in the pocket and take the hits to deliver tough throws. He’s got that grit you want in a quarterback. The downside? His dad, Deion Sanders, has hinted they’ll try to pick Shedeur’s landing spot in the draft, and that kind of influence doesn’t exactly fly in NFL locker rooms.

Now, let’s be real—Shedeur’s offensive line has been brutal this season, and it’s fair to wonder how much better he’d look with a stronger unit in front of him. The Raiders have some skill players like tight end Brock Bowers to work with, and a quarterback on a rookie contract would be a huge asset for the Raiders to help clean up the messes of their prior regimes.

6. New England Patriots
Will Campbell - OT, LSU

Priority No. 1 for the Patriots should be putting as much help and talent around quarterback Drake Maye as possible.

Some scouts think that Campbell might be better suited for guard than tackle in the NFL, but he's a rock-solid blind-side protector and was the unsung hero behind Jayden Daniels’ Heisman campaign. He hasn’t allowed a single sack in both the 2023 and 2024 seasons, proving why he was hyped enough to start at left tackle as a true freshman at LSU.

With a powerhouse upper body, hands that land with precision, and a football IQ that’s off the charts, Campbell isn’t just playing the game—he’s mastering it.

7. New Orleans Saints
Will Johnson - CB, Michigan

Where do the Saints go from here? Head coach Dennis Allen was recently fired, and it feels like some great changes could be on the horizon. Due to the fact that GM Mickey Loomis has backloaded a lot of their current contracts, New Orleans can't exactly tear this thing down to the studs due and completely start over, so the Saints will kind of have to rebuild on the fly.

The buzz around Michigan’s Will Johnson is deafening—he’s widely considered CB1, and for good reason. He’s right up there with Travis Hunter, two elite talents who would’ve likely been the top cornerback picks in the 2024 draft if they’d been eligible.

Johnson’s racked up nine interceptions over the past two-plus seasons, showing he’s got more than just quick feet—he’s got a nose for the end zone. Like Hunter, Johnson has that ideal, big-bodied frame, perfectly built to lock down true X-receivers at the next level.

8. New York Jets
Abdul Carter - Edge, Penn State

The Jets are likely headed for a full rebuild with a completely new front office and head coach. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is on the verge of retirement and it's safe to say this team has completely failed to meet expectations. A great reset is in order, and in a perfect world they'd probably try to move back.

Carter is the No. 1 edge rusher currently on NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler's big board and he's got 31 total pressures to go with eight sacks on the year. The Jets have some good pieces in place on defense but could use some additional pass rush help badly.

9. Carolina Panthers
James Pearce Jr. - Edge, Tennessee

10. Miami Dolphins
Kelvin Banks Jr. - OT, Texas

The Dolphins’ season took a nosedive the moment quarterback Tua Tagovailoa went down with a concussion, and it’s crystal-clear Miami needs to do whatever it takes to protect him moving forward. Without Tua, the offense has looked completely lost, exposing just how essential he is to their success. Enter Kelvin Banks Jr., a Texas offensive tackle with the pedigree and talent to be exactly what Miami needs up front.

Banks came onto the scene as a five-star recruit, establishing himself as the top offensive tackle in Texas. He didn’t waste any time making an impact, earning Freshman All-American honors in 2022. By 2023, he’d become the anchor of a Texas O-line that bulldozed its way to the College Football Playoff, paving the way for both a Doak Walker Award semifinalist and a Davey O’Brien Award semifinalist.

For Miami, a prospect like Banks could be the answer to keeping Tua on the field and this offense rolling. He’s got the size, skill, and football IQ to step in as a cornerstone for a team desperate for stability on the line. If the Dolphins want to give their franchise QB the protection he needs, they’d be wise to target Banks in the 2025 draft.

Picks No. 11-21: Where Do We See the Other Wide Receivers go?

We’re reaching that point in the 2025 NFL Draft where the top-tier talents start to thin out a bit. Unlike the 2024 class, this year’s group brings a deep pool of solid defensive players, but it lacks the star power of a Malik Nabers or Jayden Daniels. That said, there’s still plenty to get excited about, especially at cornerback, running back, and potentially offensive tackle.

With NIL deals and the flexibility of the transfer portal, more borderline Day 2 prospects are likely to stay in school, and honestly, who can blame them? Many of these players will make more staying put in college than they would on a rookie NFL contract. The downside, though, is that it could lead to a lighter Day 3 in terms of quality, with fewer hidden gems for teams to scoop up late.

This draft class may not have the headline-grabbing names, but it’s packed with solid options for teams looking to add impact players across the board.

11. Dallas Cowboys
Ashton Jeanty - RB, Boise State

The Cowboys need to learn from the debacle that has been their 2024 season after the front office literally did nothing to improve off a 12-5 campaign, but unfortunately this is Jerry Jones we are talking about, and we know he can never resist that shiny new toy. Boise State's Ashton Jeanty is a heck of a player, but probably a better fit for a team with fewer needs in Round 1, but alas, here we are.

Jeanty has been nothing short of a human highlight reel this season, racking up 1,733 yards and 23 touchdowns on 224 carries. Sheesh! With NFL defenses leaning on two-high safety looks to limit big plays, the need for dynamic, game-changing running backs is back in full force. The Cowboys could use a spark like this to support Dak Prescott and take their offense to the next level.

Jeanty’s got that compact build at 5-foot-8 and 217 pounds, and he’s already drawing some eye-popping NFL comps to LaDainian Tomlinson. That’s high praise, and it’s not hard to see why. Jeanty brings a complete skill set, with serious pass-catching chops to match his rushing ability. If he lands in Dallas, he could easily be the offensive boost they need and a potential 1.01 pick in dynasty rookie drafts for 2025.

12. Indianapolis Colts
Malachi Starks - S, Georgia

Colts GM Chris Ballard has a thing for athletic freaks who light up the NFL Combine, and Starks has the potential to do just that. Indianapolis is still in the process of figuring out what they have in quarterback Anthony Richardson, so it’s too early to call that one, but if things don't get better is it fair to question if a regime change could be in order?

Starks has the size, speed, and athleticism to be an impactful safety in today's NFL.

13. Cincinnati Bengals
Kenneth Grant - DT, Michigan

The Bengals’ defensive line just isn’t as sharp as it once was, especially after losing D.J. Reader. Their front is starting to show its age, with Trey Hendrickson closing in on 30. Cincinnati might be sitting at 4-6, but the offense is finally showing some signs of life. At the beginning of the year, I would've been shocked if you told me they were picking this high.

14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Benjamin Morrison - CB, Tampa Bay

The Bucs were one of the NFL's best surprises of the season with their 4-2 start before injuries just completely derailed their season. Offensive coordinator Liam Coen has been fantastic this season, and the hope is they bring everybody back for 2025.

Morrison is firmly in the cornerback trifecta of this class, and he’s making a strong case for scouts. With nine interceptions across two-plus seasons, he’s putting Notre Dame’s playoff hopes on his back. Morrison plays with a fearless intensity that says he’s ready for the NFL, but he’s got his quirks. The challenge? Learning to channel that fire into disciplined, lockdown play without losing the edge that makes him special.

15. Seattle Seahawks
Josh Simmons - OT, Ohio State

Head coach Mike Macdonald might be looking for some more players to fit what he wants to do on defense, but the Seahawks offensive line has been terrible this season. Quarterback Geno Smith has played well when given time, but he's been constantly under duress.

16. Los Angeles Rams
Quinn Ewers - QB, Texas

As always, the Rams could go a variety of ways here. Quarterback Matthew Stafford will be 37 before next season, and if head coach Sean McVay is going to stick around for a while, he might want to find himself an off ramp.

I had my questions about Ewers coming into the season. He was bad in the Georgia game and was yanked for Arch Manning, but he rebounded against Florida with five touchdown passes and 333 yards passing. Opinions on Ewers are split, but we know demand always pushes QBs up the board. Ewers has a good arm and can make all the throws; he just needs to be more consistent.

17. Chicago Bears
Jonah Savaiinaea - OG, Arizona

Bears offensive coordinator Shane Waldron was recently let go, and it's fair to question if head coach Matt Eberflus will make it to 2025. Chicago was on the verge of a 5-2 start before losing on a hail mary to the Commanders and have spiraled to 4-5 since. GM Ryan Poles has done a good job with this rebuild, and my hope is that ownership lets him see his plan through. The Bears still have an extra 2025 second from Carolina.

Nonetheless, getting as much protection around quarterback Caleb Williams should be priority No. 1 heading into the offseason. For Bears, Patriots, and Commanders, nothing else really matters.

18. San Francisco 49ers
Mykel Williams - Edge, Georgia

Opinions are split on Williams, but he has all the size and speed that you want in a player. The 49ers bread and butter has always been their stout defensive front, and they could use another body across from Nick Bosa. Injuries have slowed Williams 2024 campaign, but he's still got a ton of upside.

19. Denver Broncos
Luther Burden III - WR, Missouri

Rookie quarterback Bo Nix has been impressive this season, but outside of Courtland Sutton, he doesn't have any reliable weapons in the passing game. Burden has underperformed this year, but he's still thought of quite highly among scouts.

20. Houston Texans
Cameron Williams - OT, Texas

The Texans offense is leaking major oil right now despite their 6-4 record. The interior of the offensive line can't block anybody. Keeping C.J. Stroud protected and opening up running lanes should be a top priority if they want to keep their championship window open.

Picks No. 21-32: Will There Be Another QB Off the Board?

21. Atlanta Falcons
Nic Scourton - Edge, Texas A&M

The Falcons have a pretty complete roster top to bottom, but a long-term answer on the edge would do this team a lot of good for the future. They have a secession plan in place with quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (a move that I heavily criticized, but it's all making a lot more sense now why they did it).

This team appears to be in the driver's seat in the NFC South and it will be curious to see just how far they can go in the playoffs. Scourton impressed in 2023 with 42 pressures and eight sacks and has 29 total pressures and four sacks so far in 2024.

22. Arizona Cardinals
Jalon Walker - LB, Georgia

The Cardinals are one of the NFL's biggest surprises at 6-4. They have some solid pieces on offense, but defensively it feels like they're getting by with too many smoke-and-mirrors right now. GM Monti Ossenfort is taking the long-view approach, building this team the right way, but it’s clear Arizona could use a serious boost in their pass rush.

Walker is currently an off-ball linebacker, but has a versatile skill set to rush the passer, drop into coverage, and even play the run. Arizona is well ahead of schedule at the moment, but they badly need more impact players on defense.

23. Los Angeles Chargers
Colston Loveland - TE, Michigan

A match made in heaven, right? Loveland fills a big area of need and gets to reunite with his former college head coach. Quarterback Justin Herbert has been playing great thus far and the Chargers defense has been stifling. After investing heavily in the offensive line with Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt at No. 5 overall in the 2023 draft, the Chargers need to get some more weapons around their quarterback.

24. Green Bay Packers
Derrick Harmon - DT, Oregon

25. Washington Commanders
Emery Jones Jr. - OT, LSU

26. Baltimore Ravens
Shemar Stewart - DE/Edge, Texas A&M

This is what the Ravens do every year: sit back and scoop up some future All-Pro who slipped in the draft for silly reasons. Baltimore could go a variety of ways with this pick, but Stewart is a bad man who moves incredibly well for being nearly 300 lbs.

27. Pittsburgh Steelers
Emeka Egbuka - WR, Ohio State

The Steelers have a knack for Ohio State players, and they could use an underneath target to take some of the pressure off of George Pickens. Quarterback Russell Wilson is playing well in Pittsburgh this season and it will be interesting to see what they do there, or if backup quarterback Justin Fields will be back.

Pittsburgh is lacking depth at wide receiver and could use another body badly. Egbuka isn't in the mold of Marvin Harrison Jr., Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Chris Olave, or Garrett Wilson as a prospect, but he's a reliable player who could be a solid No. 2 in the NFL for many years.

28. Cleveland Browns (from Minnesota)
Jalen Milroe - QB, Alabama

TRADE ALERT. Cleveland receives: 28, 97. Minnesota receives: 35, 69, 167, 253

After a flurry of trades that saw them land quarterback J.J. McCarthy and edge rusher Dallas Turner in the first round of the draft last year, Minnesota only has four draft picks to their name. The Browns, after seeing Jalen Milroe slide, move up to draft their quarterback of the future and snag that valuable fifth-year option. Given their lack of draft capital, the Vikings are all too happy to oblige.

The Browns are in a rough spot with Deshaun Watson and could use an off-ramp. Milroe is a project, but he has real 4.3 speed and a rocket for an arm. The game can be a bit too fast for him at times, and he doesn't always get the ball out quickly enough, but some of the can't teach, high-end traits are there with this young man.

29. Philadelphia Eagles
Danny Stuntsman - LB, Oklahoma

The Eagles seem to be out of their early season funk and are playing some good football right now. The front office went out of its way to completely overhaul the secondary last season, and the next area to address seems to be finding more players in the middle of the defense who can play in space.

30. Buffalo Bills
Deone Walker - DT, Kentucky

The Bills have the ammo to move up and make a splash if they want to. Buffalo has Minnesota's second rounder in the draft from the Stefon Diggs trade, but trading up (outside of when they got Josh Allen) has never been GM Brandon Beane's mantra.

Walker has a ton of potential but has struggled with his weight (345 lbs.) and his technique at times. He's a former basketball player with some quick feet and feels like the kind of raw player that head coach Sean McDermott could mold into something great.

31. Detroit Lions
J.T. Tuimoloau - Edge, Ohio State

This feels like a Dan Campbell pick, doesn't it? Tuimolaou underwhelmed in 2023 and returned to Columbus for his senior season, but he's a hard-nosed, gritty player that coaches love. He's got seven sacks on the year to go with 24 total pressures and helps fill an area of need for Detroit.

32. Kansas City Chiefs
Shavon Revel Jr. - CB, East Carolina

Kansas City could always go a number of ways with this pick and GM Brett Veach has shown to be quite practical despite always picking at the end of rounds. The Chiefs traded away talented cornerback L'Jarius Sneed before the season and always seem to find a way to continue manufacturing these guys under defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.

Revel was a lock to go in the Top 20 of the draft but suffered an ACL tear that ended his 2024 season prematurely. He's got the size (6-foot-2 and 200 lbs.) and 4.3 speed to wow the scouts. Given their depth on defense, the Chiefs can afford to wait for Revel to be completely healthy before plugging him in.

The 2025 NFL Draft might still be five months out, but now’s the perfect time to start getting familiar with these names so you can impress the crew when draft talk heats up. It’ll be interesting to see how this mock draft matches up with the real thing come April. And if you’re hungry for more NFL content, follow me on X for updates and insights all offseason long.

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