With the 2025 NFL Combine in the books, teams are heading back to the war room to adjust their draft boards. Dozens of impressive performances in Indianapolis are sure to play a factor in the evaluation process while others who tested poorly could hurt their draft stock. These changes are reflected in the latest 2025 NFL mock draft.
In my initial post-Combine first-round mock draft, the New York Giants get aggressive in pursuit of a franchise quarterback while teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, and Detroit Lions take advantage of sliding talent as other teams select for need.
2025 NFL Mock Draft: Post-Combine edition
1. New York Giants (TRADE with Titans): Cam Ward, QB Miami
The word on the street is that the New York Giants are looking to get aggressive and trade up to the top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and I have them trading with the Tennessee Titans to move up for quarterback Cam Ward. The Giants are ready to wash their hands of the Daniel Jones fiasco, and they take a big swing for a quarterback who has no shortage of tools to work with.
2. Cleveland Browns: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
The Myles Garrett situation in Cleveland will come to a head soon enough, but regardless of whether Garrett stays or goes, the Browns would have a hard time passing on a talent like Abdul Carter. Cleveland needs a quarterback, but they hold off for another year as they go from one star edge rusher to the next.
3. Tennessee Titans (TRADE via Giants): Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
The trade-back with the New York Giants works out perfectly for the Tennessee Titans who land arguably the best player in the draft. Travis Hunter has Pro Bowl upside as both a cornerback and a wide receiver in the NFL. A wise team would use him at both positions.
4. New England Patriots: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
After Armand Membou blew up the NFL Combine, the New England Patriots have a clear decision to make with the No. 4 pick in the draft. Wide receiver is an option here, but the top priority should be protecting quarterback Drake Maye and finding a long-term offensive tackle with an outstanding skill set makes too much sense.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
One way to boslter an offense in a hurry is to add another dynamic receiver. The Jacksonville Jaguars struck gold on Brian Thomas in the NFL Draft last year, and having another big wide-receiver in the passing game would revitalize Trevor Lawrence's career.
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
There's a chance that Shedeur Sanders could slide in the draft if he doesn't come off the board within the first nine picks, but I have the Las Vegas Raiders taking him with the sixth overall selection. Though a player like Boise State's Ashton Jeanty would be tempting to offer the Raiders an instant spark, Sanders is the better long-term play for a team without a franchise signal-caller.
7. New York Jets: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The New York Jets have no shortage of needs entering the 2025 NFL Draft, but with new defensive-minded head coach Aaron Glenn, I have the Jets taking the best remaining defender on the board. Mason Graham weighed in a bit smaller than expected at the NFL Combine (6'3 1/2'', 296 pounds), but the Jets will gladly select the Michigan star with the seventh overall pick.
8. Carolina Panthers: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
The Carolina Panthers are still far from competing, so they must continue to find cornerstone pieces to build around. Since trading Brian Burns, their pass rush has been lacking. Mykel Williams is young and talented with lots of room to grow as a pass rusher. He's a high-upside swing early in the NFL Draft.
9. New Orleans Saints: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
New head coach Kellen Moore is in desperate need of some weapons in an underwhelming Saints offense. While wide receiver is in play here, the New Orleans Saints opt for one of the best offensive players in the class in Tyler Warren. The former Penn State tight end could be the go-to target in Moore's offense from Day 1.
10. Chicago Bears: Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama
While Tyler Booker didn't test as a good athlete at the NFL Combine, that won't be enough to change the opinion of many NFL teams. Booker is one of the youngest players in the draft but already has remarkable anchoring strength and solid film. This may feel rich for a guard, but he could be a building block piece on a Chicago offensive line that must do a better job protecting quarterback Caleb Williams.
11. San Francisco 49ers: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
This feels like a 49ers move. San Francisco's roster is nowhere near as talented as it was just a few years ago, and going with one of the most athletic edge rushers of all time makes sense. Shemar Stewart would be a nightmare for opposing teams to contain as they focus on slowing down Nick Bosa.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Will Campbell, OT, LSU
After the recent retirement of Zack Martin, the Dallas Cowboys could use a long-term fix on the offensive line. Brock Hoffman filled in admirably at guard when called upon in 2024, but Will Campbell is one of the best players on the board and is too good to pass up. Campbell was one of the best tackles in the country, but his short arms (32 5/8'') could force him inside at the next level a la Peter Skoronski.
13. Miami Dolphins: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
The Miami Dolphins could take a defensive tackle, but I have them bolstering their offensive line with the last remaining true first-round tackle. Kelvin Banks Jr. was overlooked at the NFL Combine thanks to the stellar performance of Armand Membou, but Banks is a terrific player in his own right with an impressive blend of traits and tackle-guard versatility.
14. Indianapolis Colts: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
The Indianapolis Colts are suckers for elite athletes these days, and Nick Emmanwori fits the bill. The South Carolina safety blew up the NFL Combine with a 4.38 430-yard dash, 43'' vertical, and 11'6' broad jump at 6'3'' and 220 pounds. He earned a perfect 10.00 Relative Athletic Score after posting the best testing numbers we've ever seen from a safety at the Combine.
15. Atlanta Falcons: Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia
Call him an off-ball linebacker or an edge rusher if you'd like; Jalen Walker is ready and willing to do whatever a team asks him to do. The Atlanta Falcons could use a splay player at both levels and Walker is only scratching the surface.
16. Arizona Cardinals: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
Mike Green could slide down NFL Draft boards, but he was one of the most impressive players at the Senior Bowl in two practices before deciding he had shown enough. The Arizona Cardinals need an edge rusher and Green fits the bill.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
The Bengals have no shortage of needs on defense, but Jihaad Campbell is too good to pass up at this stage in the draft. The Alabama star is one of the best off-ball linebacker prospects to come out in years, and he should offer their defense a spark in a three-down role from Day 1.
18. Seattle Seahawks: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
The Seattle Seahawks could use another offensive tackle and Josh Simmons has the skill set to develop into one of the better pass-protecting tackles in the NFL. Unfortunately, Simmons is dealing with a patella tendon tear, but when he gets healthy, the Ohio State could be a high-upside swing for the Seahawks.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
When the 2024 college football season ended, nobody saw a slide like this for Will Johnson. Despite only playing six games this past season, Johnson was widely considered a top 10 player early in the process thanks to his size and incredible ball skills. However, Johnson's 30 1/8'' arms and questionable tackling will scare many teams away. The Buccaneers end the slide here.
20. Denver Broncos: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
This feels like a perfect fit. The Denver Broncos need a go-to tight end in Sean Payton's offense and Colston Loveland can get open at will. He could become Bo Nix's go-to target early in his career and would give the Broncos a reliable safety valve over the middle of the field.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
The Pittsburgh Steelers took a first-round running back in 2021 when they selected Najee Harris, but only got average play out of him. Their experiment with Najee doesn't deter the new front office from going after the highest-ranked player on their big board. Ashton Jeanty is one of the best running back prospects we've seen in years, and if he's available, he could be too good for the Steelers to pass up.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
The LA Chargers have something special with Ladd McConkey, but they need a quality option to pair with their budding star in the passing game. Quinton Johnston will never be reliable enough and every other target in the passing game is underwhelming. Justin Herbert gets a new do-it-all weapon in Emeka Egbuka.
23. Green Bay Packers: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
The Green Bay Packers need interior defender help, and they have every reason in the world to love Derrick Harmon. With a brilliant blend of size, length, speed, and power, Harmon is a high-upside interior defender with position flexibility to move all around the defensive line.
24. Minnesota Vikings: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
We already knew Jahdae Barron had inside-out flexibility as a cornerback who can play in the slot or on the boundary. Now we know that he has legit 4.4 speed after posting an official 4.39 at the NFL Combine. Barron's experience and versatility in the secondary will pick up right where Byron Murphy left off.
25. Houston Texans: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
With Stefon Diggs likely on his way out in free agency, the Houston Texans look for a stable wide receiver to go with Nico Collins and Tank Dell. Houston has had major injury issues at the wide receiver position, so getting another weapon for quarterback C.J. Stroud is a must. Matthew Golden clocked in as the fastest receiver at the NFL Combine (4.29) and is a natural player on film.
26. Los Angeles Rams: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
It's a bit surprising to see Luther Burden III fall this far in mock drafts, but that feels like a growing trend. Burden is explosive and electric with the ball in his hands, but teams picking ahead of the Rams could value different types of wide receivers. Los Angeles will gladly pick up the pieces with one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in this year's draft. Burden could step right in to take the place of Cooper Kupp in 2025.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
If Walter Nolen falls this far, it's likely because NFL teams are concerned about his character. Still, the Baltimore Ravens won't hesitate to pull the trigger on the best remaining talent in the NFL Draft. Walter Nolen is cut from the same cloth as Jalen Carter—a talented interior defender who can rush the passer and defend the run at a high level.
28. Detroit Lions: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
With teams prioritizing bigger needs, Kenneth Grant somehow gets lost in the shuffle. While there are concerns that Grant won't be an every-down defensive tackle in the NFL, he has the traits and upside to be one of the best interior run defenders in the league. The Lions don't have an array of needs, so they can afford to take the best player left on their draft board.
29. Washington Commanders: Donovan Ezeiruaku
Dan Campbell needs more explosive pass rushers to make his defense operate at full potential, and Donovan Ezeiruaku as an underrated prospect many draft analysts love. Ezeiruaku is on the smaller side (6'2 1/2'', 248 pounds) but he possesses long arms (34'') and terrific bend around the edge. He will add a boost to a Washington Commanders defense in need of a spark.
30. Buffalo Bills: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
Malaki Starks was one of the most reliable safeties in college football, but his pedestrian athletic testing could cause him to slip to the end of the first round. Starks posted a respectable 4.50 40-yard dash, but a 4.45 shuttle, 7.26 3-cone, and 33'' give him a RAS score of just 5.49. Starks will still be a good player, but he's only a below-average testing athlete compared to NFL starting safeties.
31. Kansas City Chiefs: Donovan Jackson, OL, Ohio State
The Kansas City Chiefs have problems at both guard and tackle. Why not get a player who can do a bit of both? Donovan Jackson has experience at guard and tackle during his time with Ohio State, and after swinging and missing on a high-upside tackle in Kingsley Suamataia, the Chiefs go with a safe option to improve their offensive line.
32. Philadelphia Eagles: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
Leave it to the Eagles to select from the top of their draft board with the final pick in the first round. If James Pearce Jr. falls this far, it means teams are concerned about his character. The Eagles didn't let that stop them from turning their card in from Jalen Carter two years ago, and they may not let it prevent them from taking a top-15 talent in the 2025 NFL Draft like Pearce.