Happy Draft Day! The 2025 NFL Draft is upon us. Roger Goodell will march to the stage in beautiful Green Bay, Wisconsin tonight to announce that the draft has finally begun. Before the chaos unfolds, check out my final 2025 NFL mock draft, complete with all the updated odds, bold predictions and my favorite bets.
2025 First Running Back Drafted Odds
2025 First Offensive Lineman Drafted Odds
2025 First Defensive Lineman Drafted Odds
2025 First Defensive Back Drafted Odds
2025 First Wide Receiver Drafted Odds
2025 First Tight End Drafted Odds
1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami
Very little to change here. Barring a crazy last minute development, Miami quarterback Cam Ward will be the No. 1 pick. Ward is now a massive favorite to go first overall in the latest 2025 NFL Draft odds. After being just -145 a few short weeks ago, Ward's odds have risen all the way to -50000. I certainly hope you got those first overall pick wagers in last month. The Titans recently canceled a visit with Shedeur Sanders, solidifying that Ward will be their pick.
Ward led the nation in passing touchdowns (43), and finished second in passing yards (4,313) during a phenomenal campaign at the U. The fifth-year seniors' accuracy, arm strength and playmaking ability have him at the top of most QB-needy team's boards. It's easy to connect Ward with a Giants squad that desperately needs a spark at the game's most important position.
2025 First Overall Pick Odds
| Player | Odds To Go 1.1 |
|---|---|
| QB Cam Ward | -50000 |
| DE Abdul Carter | +5000 |
| CB/WR Travis Hunter | +5000 |
| QB Shedeur Sanders | +10000 |
| QB Jaxson Dart | +15000 |
2. Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Cleveland needs playmakers in the worst way. Sure, the offensive and defensive lines need work, but in a deep class of lineman, Heisman winner Travis Hunter is the pick. Hunter checks off a number of boxes for the Browns, who need corner help, and another wide receiver opposite Jerry Jeudy.
Travis Hunter was ridiculous ... to make a chase down touchdown saving tackle from across the field and then an interception on the same drive
— Bobby Fijan (@bobbyfijan) September 3, 2023
Insane athleticism and stamina pic.twitter.com/vS6V9hWFj9
Hunter can start at corner and have a package of 15-20 plays with him playing offense. Abdul Carter will be under consideration here for Cleveland, but with Myles Garrett back in the fold, I believe Andrew Berry goes with Hunter.
2025 Second Overall Pick Odds
| Player | Odds To Go 1.2 |
|---|---|
| CB/WR Travis Hunter | -4000 |
| DE Abdul Carter | +750 |
| QB Shedeur Sanders | +3400 |
| DL Mason Graham | +15000 |
| OL Will Campbell | +15000 |
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
The Giants have teased taking a quarterback early in the 2025 NFL Draft all off-season long. For that reason, I believe its a smokescreen. Coaches have spoken about how hard Brian Daboll's offensive system is for rookie quarterbacks to learn. With both Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston in the fold, I think the Giants continue top build out there defense here.
Yes, the Giants have Brian Burns and Kayon Thibodeaux. However, the latter has underperformed, and Abdul Carter can play a hybrid off-ball linebacker role and rush the passer on third downs if needed.
4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OT/OG, LSU
As a former outside linebacker, Mike Vrabel is a hardnosed, win in the trenches type of coach. He'll covet offensive and defensive lineman with the Pats early picks. I've seen Armand Membou frequently mocked in this spot after a sparkling combine performance. But, LSU lineman Will Campbell is a top-tier leader with the athletic pedigree that Eliot Wolf, who learned from his father Ron, covets.
Will Campbell at -180 odds to be the first offensive lineman drafted is was one of my favorite bets a few weeks ago, and I hope you jumped on it then. On the day of the draft, Campbell's odds have ballooned to -2000.
2025 First Offensive Lineman Drafted Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Will Campbell | -2000 |
| Armand Membou | +900 |
| Kelvin Bank Jr | +1000 |
| Josh Simmons | +11000 |
| Tyler Booker | +15000 |
5. Chicago Bears Trade With Jacksonville Jaguars: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Ryan Poles' shrewd moves to acquire veteran offensive lineman Jonah Jackson and Joe Thuney lessen Chicago's need to draft another in this spot. As such, new head coach Ben Johnson gets his very own running back prodigy to play with.
It’s hard to choose just one but this might be my favorite Ashton Jeanty run from last year because 9 different defenders have a chance to make a tackle and none can. pic.twitter.com/ILpzKQkPJ2
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) February 25, 2025
Ashton Jeanty put the sword to college football this season, posting 2595 rushing yards on 6.9 yards per carry to go along with 29 total touchdowns. Even more impressively, Jeanty averaged 5.25 yards per carry AFTER contact. Jeanty's the ideal fit to help take the pressure off of Caleb Williams.
Jeanty to Chicago has picked up steam of late, as the Bears trades and free agency moves make offensive line less of an immediate need. The Boise State star's odds to be the first running back drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft have shifted from -1500 to -3500 to -5000 in a few weeks. Look for Jeanty to be a top-10 pick. Even with the Jaguars projected to draft the Boise State stalwart, I like the value on Chicago at +230 odds.
Team to Draft Ashton Jeanty Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jaguars | -160 |
| Bears | +230 |
| Raiders | +360 |
| Patriots | +1300 |
| Broncos | +2000 |
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The Raiders can't believe their luck as a top-tier prospect falls to them at six. Sure, Mason Graham may not be Ashton Jeanty, but he has the ability to be far more impactful for Las Vegas the instant he takes the field. After all, the Raiders have been looking for help on the defensive line for ages, and Graham allows Pete Carroll to play his preferred style of defense, while rushing four. Graham's ferocious pass rushing repertoire led Michigan to a National Championship and he'll be a huge part of the turn around in Jacksonville.
Graham is a huge -350 favorite to be the first defensive lineman drafted (not including Abdul Carter), implying an 87.5% probability.
2025 First Defensive Lineman/Edge Drafted Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Mason Graham | -350 |
| Mykel Williams | +340 |
| Walter Nolen | +1500 |
| Shemar Stewart | +2100 |
| Mike Green | +2400 |
7. New York Jets: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
Membou's combine performance has scouts buzzing. The 332-pound tackle posted a 4.91 40-yard dash to go along with a 34" vertical and 9'7 broad jump.
New Jets starter Justin Fields takes sacks like no other, so New York needs to bolster the men in front of him. Head coach Aaron Glenn has seen a dominant offensive line work in Detroit, and should be behind this pick.
8. Dallas Cowboys Trade with Carolina Panthers: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
Defensive tackle Walter Nolen is late riser in the NFL Draft process, with the Cowboys and 49ers said to be interested. In this scenario, Jerry Jones throws his cautious aggression to the wind and moves up for the star three-technique Dallas needs.
With a frame that looks chiseled from granite, Walter Nolen may be the best pass-rushing defensive tackle in this class. The Ole Miss product recorded 12 tackle for loss while constantly being double-teamed at the center of the Rebels' line.
9. Atlanta Falcons trade with New Orleans Saints: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Despite battling through an ankle injury, Mykel Williams put together a season of amazing tape for NFL scouts to salivate over. In this scenario, the Atlanta Falcons trade up to pickup the local product. Williams makes the short drive down from the Bulldogs to join the Falcons, who desperately need a top-tier pass-rusher for Raheem Morris' defense.
Georgia EDGE Mykel Williams will be a top-15 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft:
— Nick (@HolzSportsCo) February 21, 2025
Very few humans alive with his blend of length & athleticism
Looks like he was built in a lab to rush the passer
Excellent hand fighter
Expertly turns the corner
Had Texas tackle Kelvin Banks in a blender… pic.twitter.com/qZ771x1Vrj
Mykel Williams to be drafted in the top-10 is one of my favorite 2025 NFL Draft props at +100 odds.
10. Jacksonville Jaguars Trade With Chicago Bears: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
New Jaguars general manager trades out of the top-five to collect much-needed draft capital, and then gladly selects the top wideout in the draft class.
Tetairoa McMillan is too good to pass on for a Jaguars team that seems set on adding reinforcements to Liam Coen's offense. The 6'4, 219-pounder's massive catch radius and playmaking ability makes him an ideal target for the Jags at No. 10. Jacksonville can try to recreate the Mike Evans-Chris Godwin connection Coen had in Tampa Bay by pairing McMillan with last year's first round pick Brian Thomas Jr.
McMillan's odds to be the first WR drafted have fallen over the past few weeks, as bettors hone in on Matthew Golden. But, I don't buy it. McMillan is far and away the most talented wideout in this class, and simply the victim of a long draft cycle.
2025 First WR Drafted Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Tetairoa McMillan | -550 |
| Matthew Golden | +250 |
| Emeka Egbuka | +2200 |
| Luther Burden | +9500 |
| Jayden Higgins | +11000 |
11. San Francisco 49ers: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT/OG, Texas
Kelvin Banks Jr. is the answer for San Francisco at right tackle. Once stalwart Trent Williams retires, Banks can move over to the left side and protect Brock Purdy's blind side.
If the 49ers are going to invest heavily in Purdy's next contract, they need to protect him. That starts with selecting Banks.
12. Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, LB/EDGE, Georgia
In an ideal scenario for the Panthers, Carolina trades back, accrues more draft capital and still selects their target in Jalon Walker. Walker's pass-rushing prowess, and the upside that provides defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero with a front seven weapon the Panthers desperately need. The first linebacker drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft odds are off the board, with Walker such a heavy favorite to be drafted early.
13. Miami Dolphins: jahdae Barron, CB/S, Texas
This pick is the perfect blend of need and value. Miami has no safeties of note on their roster entering free agency, as Jevon Holland departed in free agency. Jahdae Barron's combine performance has boosted his draft stock. The versatile defensive back can play nickel, outside corner or safety in the NFL.
Barron can step in and start for a Dolphins team that will be searching for a backend eraser in this draft class. He shows outstanding ball tracking and fantastic instincts from the slot.
2025 First Defensive Back Drafted Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Jahdae Barron | -185 |
| Will Johnson | +330 |
| Malaki Starks | +600 |
| Maxwell Hairston | +850 |
| Nick Emmanwori | +2700 |
14. Indianapolis Colts (8-9): Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
The Colts desperately need to aid Anthony Richardson or whomever starts at quarterbacks' development this off-season. Warren is a versatile chess piece who can help Shane Steichen's offense move the chains.
Warren is a heavy -1400 favorite to be the first tight end drafted. I'd be surprised to see him make it out of the top-15.
2025 First Tight End Drafted Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Tyler Warren | -1400 |
| Colston Loveland | +470 |
| Mason Taylor | +6000 |
| Terrance Ferguson | +9500 |
| Elijah Arroyo | +15000 |
15. New Orleans Saints Trade with Atlanta Falcons: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
Saints GM Mickey Loomis is one of few men with the tenure and cojones to take a swing on a toolsy athlete like Shemar Stewart early.
Stewart's otherworldly athletic traits blew up the combine. The Texas A&M edge rusher flew threw the 40-yard dash in 4.6 seconds at 267 pounds. He posted a 1.58 second 10-yard split in that time.
Despite his lack of production in college, Stewart has the talent to take a Danielle Hunter-like turn and become an impact player in the NFL.
16. Arizona Cardinals: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Arizona's defense came together across the second-half of 2024, finishing top-10 in EPA per play. Head coach Jonathan Gannon needs more horses with so many of his defensive players set to be free agents. Here, they stop Will Johnson's fall. Go back and watch Johnson's tape against Marvin Harrison Jr. in the 2023 edition of "The Game". Johnson missed a bunch of time last season with a toe injury, but when healthy, he's a wildly impactful player. The former Wolverines' star watches tape like a quarterback, and it shows as his football IQ and ability to diagnose what an offense is doing is off the charts.
While he's yet to run the 40 or work out following an injury riddled 2024 season, Johnson is a toolsy corner with the size and anticipation skills to develop into a top-tier cover man.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
Cincinnati has to get Trey Hendrickson some help up front. The latest reports state the Bengals will be prioritizing the defensive line early in the 2025 NFL Draft.
In steps Donovan Ezeiruaku, a long, lean athletic pass-rusher with the ability to make an impact on Day 1. Ezeiruaku posted 14 sacks and 90 overall PFF grade last season.
18. Seattle Seahawks (10-7): Grey Zabel, Guard, North Dakota State
Per ESPN's Matt Miller, Seattle's pick will come down to either Tetairoa McMillan or Grey Zabel. With McMillan off the board, Zabel is the easy selection. Many scouts believe Zabel to be the best interior lineman in the draft. His length and athleticism will fit perfectly in to the Seahawks new "wide-zone system".
19. Houston Texans Trade with Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
Houston moves up to scoop up Texas playmaker Matthew Golden in this spot. Golden's explosive route-running combined with his phenomenal 4.29 40-yard dash at the combine have him soaring up draft boards.
Is Texas WR Matthew Golden the best WR in this year’s NFL Draft? (via @MoveTheSticks)
— NFL (@NFL) March 1, 2025
📺: #NFLCombine on @NFLNetwork
📱: Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/tKmnaJqwOt
With Stefon Diggs and Robert Woods free agents, and Tank Dell unlikely to play in 2025 after suffering a gruesome knee injury, the Texans must find reliable playmakers this off-season. Golden starts that process.
20. Baltimore Ravens Trade with Denver Broncos: Malaki Starks, Safety, Georgia
Denver is reportedly fielding calls for the 20th-overall selection. So, look for the Sean Payton's Broncos to move back tonight.
Baltimore is reportedly enamored with Georgia safety Malaki Starks. Starks spent much of last season playing the "star" or nickel defender in Kirby Smart's defense, and displays top-level instincts. Don't let his less than stellar combine fool you, the tape points towards Malaki being an elite NFL player.
Drafting Starks is Baltimore's dream scenario, and allows the Ravens to continue to field star Kyle Hamilton in a deep role.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
With Aaron Rodgers' future up in the air, the Steelers have been touted as a landing spot for Shedeur Sanders.
Pittsburgh ends Sanders' freefall in my 2025 NFL Mock Draft. Although, Deion's son isn't a clean quarterback prospect by any means. On the contrary, the Colorado quarterback's tendency to hold the ball, average arm strength, and longer release could cause him to fall further in the 2025 NFL Draft.
However, Sander's savvy pocket presence, poise under pressure and accuracy will be in high demand in a draft that lacks quarterbacking talent. Whether or not Aaron Rodgers ends up signing in Pittsburgh, the Steelers needs an answer at the quarterback position.
Team to Draft Shedeur Sanders Odds
| Team | Odds To Draft Shedeur Sanders |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | -150 |
| New York Giants | +600 |
| Cleveland Browns | +650 |
| New Orleans Saints | +750 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | +1600 |
Pittsburgh has taken over as the favorite to draft Shedeur Sanders at -150 odds.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
The Los Angeles Chargers grab a chess piece in Colston Loveland as head coach Jim Harbaugh reunites with his former pupil.
The Michigan tight end made the most of subpar quarterback play this season in Ann Arbor, displaying his slippery route running skills and catch point ability. I love this fit, and you can bet the Chargers to draft a tight end with their first pick at +430 odds at Sportsbook.
23. Kansas City Chiefs Trade With Green Bay Packers: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Kansas City's trade of former All-Pro Joe Thuney was confusing to say the least. As such, Brett Veach and company will be praying a top-tier tackle falls to them at pick no. 31. But, in this case, the Chiefs trade up to get their man. Kansas City will be searching far and wide for offensive tackle help in the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite signing Jaylon Moore in free agency, the Chiefs need to do a better job of protecting Patrick Mahomes.
Josh Simmons would likely be long gone by this point in the draft, had he not suffered a knee injury earlier this season. If his medicals are clear, Simmons has the potential to develop into the best tackle in this draft class. He's the perfect man to protect Patrick Mahomes' blind side.
24. New Orleans Saints Trade With Minnesota Vikings: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
Minnesota moves back to add draft capital after entering the night with a league-low four picks. While the Saints move up to bypass other quarterback-needy teams and select Jaxson Dart.
Dart played in Lane Kiffen's "money play" offensive in college, so will likely have a steep learning curve in an NFL system. However, he has the potential to thrive in the balanced, ball-control attack of new Saints head coach Kellen Moore.
25. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Trade With Houston Texans: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
Jihaad Campbell is a downhill-missile that head coach Todd Bowles will love to add to his front seven.
Scouts were blown away by Campbell's footwork and agility at the combine. I'd be surprised to see him fall out of the first round in the 2025 NFL Draft.
26. Los Angeles Rams: Josh Conerly Jr, OT, Oregon
The Los Angeles Rams had a busy free agency period. Les Snead signed Davante Adams to give Matthew Stafford another weapon on the outside, before releasing Cooper Kupp. As such, the Rams are in position to draft the best player available.
Right tackle Rob Havenstein is entering the final year of his contract, and he's now on the wrong side of 30. Snead nabs his successor in the smooth-moving Conerly. Conerly Jr. protected Dillon Gabriel's blindside last season, and allowed just six hurries on 523 pass blocking snaps. Conerly is another riser in the late draft process, as many teams reportedly are higher on the Oregon tackle than the media.
27. Denver Broncos Trade With Baltimore Ravens: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
Hampton is an explosive running back with the size and strength to punish tacklers. He's the wrecking ball Sean Payton has been looking for in Denver. The UNC product forces a ton of missed tackles and displays top-tier balance.
A trade down gives the rebuilding Broncos more ammo to collect impact players later in the draft.
28. Detroit Lions: Tyler Booker, Guard, Alabama
Dan Campbell will have Tyler Booker biting knee caps in no time. The Alabama stalwart is a nasty and powerful blocker, tailor made for the Lions' gap-blocking scheme.
Booker's 6'5, 330 pound frame will open up plenty of holes for Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and help keep Jared Goff clean.
29. Washington Commanders: Donovan Jackson, G/T, Ohio State
Donovan Jackson's stellar play this season could push him far further up the board. Jackson is a technician and displays the footwork necessary to be a starting guard for a decade in the NFL.
He can even move over to tackle in a pinch and is exactly the type of player Washington should be targeting to continue to build the trenches in front of star quarterback Jayden Daniels.
30. Buffalo Bills : Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
Buffalo will be looking for secondary help in the 2025 NFL Draft. Thankfully, the 30th pick is the perfect spot for Ole Miss corner Trey Amos. Amos came to Mississippi by way of Alabama, and shows off his strong football IQ on every rep. The former quarterback has outstanding instincts to go with solid footwork and the ability to mirror wide receivers routes. He's also long and has the ability to press receivers at the line of scrimmage.
Amos' advanced route anticipation skills make him one of the best cover corners in this class. His competitive nature and ball skills give him early Pro Bowl upside. Buffalo reaps the reward at pick 30. You can find Trey Amos to be a first-round draft pick available at +130 odds.
31. Green Bay Packers trade with Kansas City Chiefs: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
Green Bay will be looking for defensive line help, and an interior presence to collapse the pocket, Harmon fits the bill.
The Oregon product led defensive tackles in pass-rush win rate this season, and has the length and athleticism to develop into a premier three-technique in the NFL.
32. Cleveland Browns Trade With Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
The Super Bowl champions Eagles move back to collect value. Jalen Milroe has his warts, but his upside is the most tantalizing of any quarterback in this class. Milroe has all the ingredients to be a future star, so his projection will be about finding the team with the right recipe and patience to unlock his full potential.
Jalen Milroe will miss a wide-open go route by 4 yards because he gets too juiced…
— Nick (@HolzSportsCo) March 30, 2025
Then rip an opposite-hash deep out on a frozen rope the next snap.
I’d be shocked if he falls out of the top-40 at the 2025 NFL Draft. pic.twitter.com/CbyY23okVF
New Browns offensive coordinator Tommy Rees knows Milroe well from his time in the same role in Tuscaloosa, which makes Cleveland the perfect landing spot for Jalen. Milroe will need a season or two to sit and develop, but could be the ultimate upside gamble in the 2025 NFL Draft.
