NFL MOCK 1.o
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Welcome to my 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1.0! In this edition, I take a look at how teams might approach their picks, with no trades shaping the outcome. Unlike the explosive 2024 draft that saw a surge in offensive skill players, this year’s class takes a different turn, with quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward leading the charge. However, outside of those two standout signal-callers, offensive skill positions take a bit of a dip in the rankings, making this draft an intriguing mix of talent across multiple positions. Let's dive into what promises to be an exciting and unpredictable draft.
Tennessee Titans: Edge Abdul Carter Penn State
A quarterback is in play at the 1.01. Titans’s President of Football Ops, Chad Binker stated “can’t pass on a generational talent and we won’t do that” Abdul is being labeled as exactly that by many in the draft world.
Cleveland Browns: CB/WR Travis Hunter Colorado
Cornerback? Wide receiver? Who gives a shit. Travis Hunter is a Heisman Trophy winner and would be one of the Browns most dynamic players from day 1. However if he magically comes out and states that he will be a FULL TIME WR…**whispers** Hunter is the 1.01 in ALL rookie draft formats.
New York Giants: QB Shedeur Sanders Colorado
Bright lights in the big city! There are many question marks surrounding Shedeur Sanders but handling the spotlight ISN”T ONE. Giants get their franchise guy. This kind of draft capital will make it very tough to not take Sanders in round 1 of superflex rookie drafts.
New England Patriots: OT Will Campbell LSU
Keeping Drake Maye upright is the only thing that matters. Will Campbell may not be a bulletproof prospect but he’s skilled, nasty, and the perfect guy to add to the Mike Vrabel era.
Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Will Johnson Michigan
Jags add an offensive head coach so they go offense at five right? WRONG! Will Johnson will be the best cornerback that Jacksonville has had since Jalen Ramsey.
Las Vegas Raiders: QB Cam Ward Miami
Pete Carroll is the new head coach and Cam Ward will be Vegas’s next franchise player. The Tom Brady era on the strip is alive and well…hopefully for Raiders’ fans. For fantasy players, Ward in Vegas should lock in the way he is currently being valued and solidify Brock Bowers going forward.
New York Jets: DI Mason Graham Michigan
Carolina Panthers: Edge, James Pearce Jr. Tennessee
New Orleans Saints: TE Tyler Warren Penn State
The Saints need playmakers. Alvin Kamara is getting old, Chris Olave has had some gnarly injuries recently. Incoming head coach grabs one of the most hyped tight end prospects since, well…last year. TEP leagues will see Warren come off of the board in the top half of round one but going in the top ten makes Warren a lock for round one in all rookie draft formats.
Chicago Bears: OT Kelvin Banks Jr. Texas
San Francisco 49ers: DE Jack Sawyer Ohio State
Dallas Cowboys: DE Shemar Stewart Texas A & M
Miami Dolphins: OL Josh Simmons Ohio State
Indianapolis Colts: S Malaki Starks Georgia
Atlanta Falcons: Edge Mike Green Marshall
Arizona Cardinals: CB Azareye’h Thomas Florida State
Cincinnati Bengals: WR Tetairoa McMilan Arizona
The Bengals could easily just sign Tee Higgins but with rumors swirling that he is going to get $30 million per year and that will take Cincy out of their comfort zone. Higgins leaves and Tet McMilan gets selected to be his immediate replacement. A landing spot like this will make Tet a consideration for the 1.01 in rookie drafts. Most certainly a lock for the top 3 in single QB formats.
Seattle Seahawks: OL Grey Zabel North Dakota State
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: CB Benjamin Morrison Notre Dame
Denver Broncos: WR Luther Burden III Missouri
Bo Nix was able to make it work in 2024 without a strong group of pass catchers. Adding Luther Burden III to the wide receiver room makes everyone better. Burden has displayed the skills to be an alpha. An amazing connection for fantasy purposes no question and makes everyone holding a top three rookie pick very comfortable.
Pittsburgh Steelers: RB Ashton Jeanty Idaho State
No one is talking about Heisman Trophy runner-up Aston Jeanty going to Pittsburgh but it makes a ton of sense. He’s a baller and OC, Arthur Smith could benefit from a back that can do it all. With Najee Harris certain to leave and Jaylen Warren having an avenue to find a job elsewhere this pick would be a smashing success for Jeanty drafters in rookie drafts. 1.01 is in the building.
Los Angeles Chargers: TE Colston Loveland Michigan
Michigan men reunited. Colston Loveland is a very talented tight end prospect that has been forgotten about due to his injuries in 2024. You can bet your ass that Jim Harbaugh hasn’t forgotten. Justin Herbert gets another reliable target to go with Ladd McKonkey. This landing spot isn’t enough to take Colston in round one of rookie drafts outside of the big TEP leagues.
Green Bay Packers: OL Armand Membou Missouri
Minnesota Vikings: RB TreVeyon Henderson Ohio State
BOOM! Get ready to start hearing the TreVeyon Henderson hype train coming. Todd McShay is already getting it going. Henderson is a three down back that would be the perfect replacement for Aaron Jones in the Vikings offense. A dream scenario for fantasy football and would make Henderson a candidate to be selected as early as the 1.02 in single QB and a top five pick in superflex.
Houston Texans: OL Carson Vinson Alabama A & M
Los Angeles Rams: CB Jahdae Barron Texas
Baltimore Ravens: Edge Nic Scourton Texas A & M
Detroit Lions: DI Kenneth Grant Michigan
Washington Commanders: Edge Donovan Ezeiruaku Boston College
Buffalo Bills: WR Emeka Egbuka Ohio State
Buffalo brought in Amari Cooper but he didn’t help as much as expected. Now they got wideout in round one. Emeka Egbuka will immediately be the best pass catcher that Josh Allen has and will allow Khalil Shakir, Keon Coleman, and Dalton Kincaid to find roles that suit their skillset. Getting round one draft capital with massive upside being linked to Allen makes Egbuka a lock to be a top eight pick in all rookie draft formats. A really good one at that.
Philadelphia Eagles: DL Mykel Williams Georgia
Kansas City Chiefs: DI Walter Nolen Ole Miss
As we wrap up this first look at the 2025 NFL Draft, it’s clear that this year’s class offers a unique blend of talent across various positions, with a few surprises along the way. While offensive skill players may not dominate the early rounds like in 2024, the depth at other positions makes for a fascinating draft class overall. Stay tuned as the draft process unfolds—there will surely be plenty of movement and fresh developments leading up to draft day.
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