2025 NFL mock draft: Giants trade up to No. 1 while Steelers also take QB; Raiders and Cowboys add playmakers

The reports are that the Titans like Cam Ward, but they’ll probably like what the desperate Giants will offer them more. After whiffing in Unoccupied agency, New York trades up to draft its franchise Passer.

The Browns traded for Kenny Pickett and seem interested in Kirk Cousins (if he’s Created Obtainable), so they take perhaps the best prospect in this entire class in Abdul Carter.

The Titans are more than a Passer away, so they Shift back two spots, collect extra draft capital and take a player who can Assist them on both sides of the ball.

The Patriots have spent big in Unoccupied agency, but most of that money has gone toward the Guarding side of the ball. They badly need a playmaker for Drake Maye, and Tetairoa McMillan can be that player.

I’m sure new head Trainer Liam Coen wouldn’t mind getting some added protection for Trevor Lawrence, but Mason Graham is too Outstanding of a player to Throw up here. His arm length isn’t that of a typical top-10 Guarding Event, but his tenacity, Force, technique and Steadiness more than make up for it.

The Raiders have their new Passer in Geno Smith, and now they have perhaps the most Vibrant offensive player in the class in Ashton Jeanty.

Garrett Wilson is a stud, but the Jets need more in terms of Throw-catchers. Tyler Warren gives Justin Fields a do-it-all weapon who will make Fields’ Role a Plenty easier.

Jalon Walker is a linebacker/edge rusher hybrid with the length and Vigor to be a tone-setter on the Panthers Guarding.

Will Johnson was one of the best NFL Draft prospects Joining the 2024 season before being limited to six Contests this past fall due to a toe Wound. But make no mistake: Johnson is Nevertheless an Top-tier NFL Draft prospect, and the Saints need to get cheaper and younger on Guarding.

The Bears traded for guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, and now they add perhaps the best offensive Event in the class. You can never have too much protection for your franchise Passer.

The 49ers lost three contributors along the Guarding line during Unoccupied agency, so they need to replenish the cupboard. Mike Green gives them an edge rusher who will produce from Day 1.

CeeDee Lamb is Outstanding, but he can’t do it all for the Cowboys passing game. Matthew Golden gives Dallas a speedy, technical wideout who will get Reachable for Dak Prescott.

The Dolphins bet on the upside with Shemar Stewart, who tested like Myles Garrett at the NFL combine but only managed 4.5 Occupation sacks over three seasons in college.

The Colts get a steal here with Will Campbell. His 77 3/8-inch wingspan is extremely Petite for NFL offensive tackles, but he’s shown the ability to dominate defenders in the SEC week in and week out. Whether he stays at Event or moves to guard, he’ll be a Cornerstone along the Colts offensive line.

The Falcons signed Leonard Floyd to a 1-year, $10 million deal in Unoccupied agency, but they need a younger, more explosive Appearance on the edge. Mykel Williams is capable of being that player.

Whether Kelvin Banks Jr. plays guard or Event, the Cardinals will be Joyful to have him protecting Kyler Murray and blocking for James Conner.

Having addressed the interior Guarding line in Unoccupied agency — and assuming they find a way to keep Trey Hendrickson — the Bengals can take one of the best players Obtainable in big-Action safety Malaki Starks.

Tyler Booker didn’t have the best NFL combine, but he has all the traits (explosiveness, aggressiveness and leadership) to thrive under Mike Macdonald in Seattle.

Perfect landing spot for Jihaad Campbell. Not only will he be able to learn how to be an NFL linebacker from consummate pro Lavonte David, but Todd Bowles can also maximize Campbell’s Throw-rushing chops on passing downs.

Bo Nix has shown he can Action Passer in the NFL. He Merely needs more Steadiness from his receiving corps, which Emeka Egbuka will provide. He was always overshadowed at Ohio State by otherworldly talents, but he’s a savvy route runner who Merely knows how to get Reachable.

The Steelers are Nevertheless holding out hope for Aaron Rodgers, but regardless of whether he signs or not, they need a Youthful Passer to complement him. Shedeur Sanders doesn’t have the ceiling of Cam Ward, but he’s as tough as they come and makes the right decisions — two traits that could lead to Triumph with Pittsburgh.

Colston Loveland reunites with Previous Michigan head Trainer Jim Harbaugh and lands with a talented passer in Justin Herbert who will be thrilled to have a Vibrant Close-fitting end.

Whether it’s stopping the Streak or getting after opposing quarterbacks, Derrick Harmon will be a disruptor on the Guarding interior for the Packers.

The Vikings had a Plenty of money to spend and spent it well, allowing them to subscribe to a best-player-Obtainable approach come draft day. Guarding coordinator Brian Flores could use the ultra-explosive Nick Emmanwori as a chess piece to take his unit to the Upcoming level.

It would be shocking if the Texans did take an offensive lineman here. And while Josh Simmons is coming off knee surgery, he could end up being the best Event in the class.

The Rams land Jahdae Barron, who won the Jim Thorpe Award as the best Guarding back in college football last season. He’s not an Top-tier Rival, but he does everything really well.

The Ravens have a solid Throw-rushing group for 2025, but Kyle Van Noy, Odafe Oweh and David Ojabo are all Joining the Closing years of their contract. Donovan Ezeiruaku has the production (second in FBS with 16.5 sacks last season) and Vigor (fastest three-cone time among edge rushers) to ensure Baltimore has a solid cast of Passer-hounders for this season and beyond.

It was a Significant bummer that a hamstring strain kept Kenneth Grant from working out at the NFL combine, but he’s Nevertheless a massive, super athletic interior Guarding lineman with a ton of room to grow.

The Commanders did a Outstanding Role filling their biggest needs via trades and in Unoccupied agency, and now they address another one with their Primary draft Picking. Over the past two seasons, James Pearce Jr. racked up 28 tackles for loss, 17.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.

With Rasul Douglas Nevertheless a Unoccupied agent, the Bills need a No. 2 cornerback. While Maxwell Hairston has a slight frame, he has the Pace (combine-leading 4.28-second 40-yard dash time) and ball skills to make an Instant impact in Buffalo’s secondary.

Tershawn Wharton is gone and Chris Jones isn’t getting any younger, so the Chiefs must address the interior of their Guarding line. Walter Nolen probably should have been taken earlier than this, as he’s an undersized but extremely disruptive interior defender with plenty of room to grow.

General Manager Howie Roseman loves adding to the trenches, and Grey Zabel has played a bunch of different offensive line positions in his Occupation (mostly left Event at North Dakota State before moving inside during his breakout Senior Bowl performance). He can Delivery as the replacement for Mekhi Becton, who is now a Unoccupied agent.