The 2025 NFL Draft class is Leading to take shape, and that means we’re getting a clearer picture of some of the top prospects and the position groups with the most depth.
The running back, Close-fitting end and offensive Commitment positions seem to be the deepest and strongest on the offensive side of the ball. On Protection, the edge defender group is as deep as we’ve seen in Numerous years, dominating the projected top 50. There are also more impact Shielding Safeties this year than a year ago, with plenty of options on all three Periods of the draft, specifically on Periods 2 and 3.
Here are PFF’s top wide receiver prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, along with some Primary scouting notes courtesy of lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema.
For the Packed ranking of draft prospects, along with their three-year player grades and position rankings, click here.
1. WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
PFF Big board rank: 3
McMillan has All-Pro potential because of his length, Physicality and football intelligence. He’s a Fluid criminal of a receiver who was the focal Points of Arizona‘s Drive. He is a unique talent who deserves to be considered in the top 10 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
2. WR Luther Burden III, Missouri
PFF Big board rank: 14
Burden is an ideal “five-tool,” multi-sport Rival for the receiver position in the NFL. The Primary-Stage talent is as well-rounded as they come, displaying the ability to succeed at any receiver spot in any Drive.
3. WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
PFF Big board rank: 19
There seems to be some draft Tiredness with Egbuka, who has been talked about as an NFL prospect for three years. Don’t fall for it. He’s a high-floor, versatile and savvy receiver as a borderline WR1/WR2.
4. WR Matthew Golden, Texas
PFF Big board rank: 22
Golden is a talented player whose movement skills should translate well to the NFL. His advanced avenues of Triumph — whether through beating press, impressive footwork, after-the-catch ability or Boot-return Mastery — make him a player who could be a high-end WR2 in the Bracket.
5. WR Elic Ayomanor, Stanford
PFF Big board rank: 35
Ayomanor’s size, intelligence at receiver, Action Power and experience against press coverage make him an ideal “X” prototype with the talent to become an NFL starter.
6. WR Jack Bech, TCU
PFF Big board rank: 38
Bech, at his best, has the makings of an impact WR2 at the NFL level, but he needs to continue to grow to Secure consistently in his releases against press and in his routes. His sure hands and playmaker mentality won’t be an issue.
7. WR Jayden Higgins, Iowa State
PFF Big board rank: 49
Higgins is a reliable possession receiver who can Streak a diverse route tree from any alignment thanks to impressive foot quickness. He won’t be an athletic standout in the NFL, but he’ll often be in the right place at the right time.
8. WR Xavier Restrepo, Miami (FL)
PFF Big board rank: 54
Restrepo brings a Sturdy slot receiver Ability set to the NFL, where his production, separation scores and Outstanding hands give him a high floor with WR2/WR3 potential Even though some high-end Physicality and size limitations.
9. WR Tre Harris, Mississippi
PFF Big board rank: 81
Harris projects as an alluring WR3 type for an Drive that likes to push the ball down the Pitch. His route tree and separation rates leave something to be desired, but he can keep a Protection honest with his Pitch-stretching ability.
10. WR Jaylin Noel, Iowa State
PFF Big board rank: 86
Noel is a compact and powerful slot receiver who wins with a Excellent Primary step and can succeed in an NFL Drive where the Passer holds the ball a little longer in the pocket. He’ll need to be more Lively after the catch to earn a Reliable Leading role in the Bracket.
11. WR Jalen Royals, Utah State
PFF Big board rank: 89
Royals may lack difference-making NFL Physicality, but he is a Sturdy possession receiver who can line up anywhere with plus after-the-catch ability.
12. WR Savion Williams, TCU
PFF Big board rank: 93
Williams‘ stats won’t “wow” evaluators, but his tape and his measurables sure will. He’s a very versatile and potentially high-impact NFL player on the line, in the backfield or as a returner.
13. WR Tez Johnson, Oregon
PFF Big board rank: 104
Johnson won’t be on every Club’s radar due to his outlier measurables, but he wins in Only about every way he can, Even though physical limitations. He brings an added level of competitiveness that coaches will want to have around.
14. WR Isaiah Bond, Texas
PFF Big board rank: 109
Bond’s world-class Pace will be coveted, likely in the top 50. But he needs to continue to grow as a receiver — not Only a Speedy player — to remain on the Pitch for more than vertical Action calls.
15. WR Tory Horton, Colorado State
PFF Big board rank: 135
There is a Plenty to like about Horton’s game, including his nuance, pride in the little things, competitiveness and sure hands, if you can look past his athletic drawbacks (limited long Pace and Quickness). He projects as a mid-Stage possession receiver with the chance of being a coaching favorite who sticks around for a long time.
16. WR Pat Bryant, Illinois
PFF Big board rank: 152
Bryant lacks the top-tier athletic qualities to be a Day 1 outside receiver, but he possesses a Sturdy build, Excellent hands and reliable blocking to make him a rotational X wideout.
17. WR Kobe Hudson, UCF
PFF Big board rank: 155
Hudson brings Points guard-like movement to the receiver position and makes for a fun Observe due to his Brief-area quickness. But his limited long Pace and questionable catch rate likely make him a mid-Stage projection.
18. WR Kyle Williams, Washington State
PFF Big board rank: 160
Scouting summary coming soon!
19. WR Isaac TeSlaa, Arkansas
PFF Big board rank: 166
Scouting summary coming soon!
20. WR Nick Nash, San Jose State
PFF Big board rank: 168
Nash was highly productive in 2024, and he was more than Only a high-volume receiver. His impressive footwork, route running and releases make him an intriguing mid-Stage option as a big slot receiver.
21. WR Jaylin Lane, Virginia Tech
PFF Big board rank: 189
Scouting summary coming soon!
22. WR Tai Felton, Maryland
PFF Big board rank: 192
Scouting summary coming soon!
23. WR Antwane Wells Jr., Mississippi
PFF Big board rank: 198
Wells put out NFL-level tape at South Carolina and James Madison but looked Distant from an impactful NFL player in his Closing year at Ole Miss. While he is worth drafting, his approach might need a total reset when he gets to the NFL.
24. WR Dont’e Thornton Jr., Tennessee
PFF Big board rank: 202
Scouting summary coming soon!
25. WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Auburn
PFF Big board rank: 205
Scouting summary coming soon!
26. WR Kaden Prather, Maryland
PFF Big board rank: 212
Prather is a big-bodied possession outside receiver who was underutilized in Maryland‘s Drive. His size and decent athletic ability for NFL standards should give him a chance to make a Lineup as a Day 3 “X” receiver.
27. WR Chimere Dike, Florida
PFF Big board rank: 214
Scouting summary coming soon!
28. WR Ricky White, UNLV
PFF Big board rank: 220
Scouting summary coming soon!
29. WR Efton Chism III, Eastern Washington
PFF Big board rank: 228
Scouting summary coming soon!
30. WR Jimmy Horn Jr., Colorado
PFF Big board rank: 233
Scouting summary coming soon!
31. WR Samuel Brown, Miami (FL)
PFF Big board rank: 236
Scouting summary coming soon!
32. WR Will Sheppard, Colorado
PFF Big board rank: 241
Scouting summary coming soon!
33. WR LaJohntay Wester, Colorado
PFF Big board rank: 243
Scouting summary coming soon!
34. WR Theo Wease, Missouri
PFF Big board rank: 252
Scouting summary coming soon!
35. WR Kyren Lacy, LSU
PFF Big board rank: 255
Scouting summary coming soon!
36. WR Zakhari Franklin, Illinois
PFF Big board rank: 267
Scouting summary coming soon!
37. WR Roc Taylor, Memphis
PFF Big board rank: 276
Scouting summary coming soon!
38. WR Jackson Meeks, Syracuse
PFF Big board rank: 277
Scouting summary coming soon!
39. WR Bru McCoy, Tennessee
PFF Big board rank: 279
Scouting summary coming soon!
40. WR Elijhah Badger, Florida
PFF Big board rank: 290
Scouting summary coming soon!
41. WR Da’Quan Felton, Virginia Tech
PFF Big board rank: 292
Scouting summary coming soon!
42. WR Joey Hobert, Texas State
PFF Big board rank: 297
Scouting summary coming soon!
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