Zach Brunner’s 2025 NFL Mock Draft picks and first-round projections ahead of the NFL Draft in Green Bay on Thursday, April 24th.
There have been many, many months of planning for the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, WI, and it will finally happen starting on Thursday. Is everyone ready? Well, we know the city isn’t, but we will let this logistical nightmare play out.
Zach Brunner has his final 2025 NFL Mock Draft ahead of the big day! The last mock can be found on FlurrySports here, but this final one will include trades as well! If you are attending the draft in Green Bay, we have some articles to make your visit even better:
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Now, it’s time to jump into the mock draft picks for the first round! For this final 2025 NFL Mock Draft, we will project some trades as well.
NFL Mock Draft 3.0: First Round Predictions 2025
1 — Tennessee Titans
Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The Tennessee Titans said they are taking a generational talent with the first overall pick. I don’t think they’re lying, but I do think they’re wrong. Still, Cam Ward seems to be a lock to be the Titans’ starting quarterback this season.
2 — Cleveland Browns
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
The Cleveland Browns need something for the fans to be excited about, and who better than the biggest star in the draft? Travis Hunter will be able to play both sides of the ball for the Browns, hoping to help change the culture in Cleveland.
3 — New York Giants
Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
While the New York Giants have less of a need at edge rusher, I have them taking the best player available instead of trading the pick. A duo of Brian Burns and Abdul Carter is terrifying, and they can get something in return for Kayvon Thibodeaux.
4 — New England Patriots
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
The New England Patriots know they must fix their offensive line before addressing the offensive weapons. They won’t fall into the “cart before the horse” trap that others will fall victim to.
5 — Jacksonville Jaguars
Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
There are rumors the Jacksonville Jaguars will go offense (Jeanty or McMillan) instead of the smart pick of Mason Graham. I do believe this team has absolute doofuses leading the charge, so it is more than possible, but I have to go with the obvious pick for my 2025 NFL Mock Draft. Hopefully, the rumors are the most pointless, dumb smokescreen of all time.
6 — Las Vegas Raiders
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Remember what I said above about the Patriots? Well, instead of improving the offensive line, the Las Vegas Raiders decided to draft a guy to give 25+ touches to. Ashton Jeanty is terrific, but hopefully the Raiders don’t ruin him.
7 — New York Jets
Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
It sounds like the New York Jets want to hide offensive issues by adding another weapon (which always totally works). The best option available is Tyler Warren, who looks to be a can’t-miss prospect. He can do it all for the Jets as an every-down player.
8 — Carolina Panthers
Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia
The Carolina Panthers’ pass rush was unbelievably bad last season. So, they address that right away by taking one of the best defensive players in the draft. Jalon Walker can be moved around the defense as well, giving them a bit of creativity with how they use him throughout the game.
9 — New Orleans Saints
Armand Membou, OL, Missouri
The New Orleans Saints will draft a player to fortify the trenches, but will it be on offense or defense? In this case, Armand Membou falls to them, and they won’t hesitate to pull the trigger. Will Membou play tackle or guard? That is something they will have to figure out.
10 — Chicago Bears
Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
The Chicago Bears held tight, hoping a couple of players would fall, but they didn’t. So, they do what every smart team looking to contend does, and that’s add more depth on the defensive line. Mykel Williams still has room to develop, and he goes to a situation that will give him time to do so.
11 — San Francisco 49ers
Kelvin Banks, OT, Texas
The San Francisco 49ers suddenly must address their offensive line. Right tackle is an area of need, and this is also likely the final season for Trent Williams. So, they take the best tackle available in Kelvin Banks.
12 — Dallas Cowboys
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The Dallas Cowboys had every intention of drafting the best guard in the draft in order to help replace Zack Martin. But when Tetairoa McMillan fell to them in this NFL Mock Draft, Jerry Jones’ eyes got big and he took the first pure wide receiver in the draft. Once he gets the star on his helmet, he’ll get more motivated.
13 — Miami Dolphins
Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
Given the near certainty that the Miami Dolphins will be trading Jalen Ramsey, they address that need right away in the first round. Tua Tagovailoa’s health will still be at major risk, as their offensive line continues to get worse every season.
14 — Indianapolis Colts
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
The Indianapolis Colts offense has needed a tight end for several years now, so they don’t mess around this year. The Colts must do everything in their power to see if either Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones is the quarterback of the future. Getting a solid target in Colston Loveland, who can also block, is a great addition for this.
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15 — Denver Broncos (via ATL)
Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
Sean Payton needs a featured running back for his offense, and he trades up in order to get him. Omarion Hampton will be a do-it-all running back for the Broncos, and he can complement one of their smaller, shifty backs.
16 — Arizona Cardinals
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
The Arizona Cardinals need a lot of help on the defensive side, but they first start with a fantastic cornerback from Michigan. Will Johnson can compete against the best outside receivers in this division, especially with Davante Adams now in Los Angeles.
17 — Cincinnati Bengals
Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
The Cincinnati Bengals could lose both of their edge rushers from a season ago. Drafting Mike Green here gets them an NFL-ready pass rusher to help with this, and it could be the reason they trade away Trey Hendrickson.
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18 — Houston Texans (via SEA)
Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
We know two things: 1) the Houston Texans love to make draft day trades, and 2) the Texans need serious help on their offensive line. They move up in the draft to lock down Josh Simmons to fill a tackle spot, reuniting him with CJ Stroud.
19 — Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
Lavonte David is back, but he isn’t getting any younger. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers decide to take the best off-ball linebacker in this 2025 NFL Mock Draft in order to plan for the future.
20 — Atlanta Falcons (via DEN)
Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Atlanta Falcons needed to take an edge rusher in the last draft, but they instead took their second quarterback of the offseason. They needed to trade for an edge rusher at the trade deadline, and they decided not to. It’s a three strikes and you’re out situation, so they finally get one here.
21 — Pittsburgh Steelers
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Pittsburgh Steelers stay patient and get their guy. Shedeur Sanders will likely get a season or two behind Aaron Rodgers to learn how to adjust to the NFL game and be a pro, then he will take over as the franchise quarterback of the future for Pittsburgh.
22 — Los Angeles Chargers
Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
The Los Angeles Rams could use some help on their defensive line after losing some players this offseason. Kenneth Grant is a big man to plug up the middle, and he can move as well. Jim Harbaugh should know that as well as anyone, with Grant coming from Michigan.
23 — Green Bay Packers
Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
If the Green Bay Packers trade away Jaire Alexander, then they will need two new starting cornerbacks (if not three). Regardless, it’s a big need, and they seem to like Maxwell Hairston. And why wouldn’t they? He’s a fast cornerback who gets caught chasing too often. Essentially, he’s Eric Stokes, but better in run defense.
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24 — Philadelphia Eagles (via MIN)
Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
The Philadelphia Eagles love to trade, and the Minnesota Vikings need to acquire more draft picks. This was an easy NFL Mock Draft trade to make. It becomes even easier when you realize the Eagles can trade up to draft yet another defensive player from Georgia to fill a need at safety.
25 — Seattle Seahawks (via HOU)
Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
The Seattle Seahawks need some speed on the outside following the trade of DK Metcalf. Now, they get it with Matthew Golden. He should help spread the field for Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
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26 — Cleveland Browns (via LAR)
Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
I believe either the Browns or the Giants will trade back into the first round to draft Jaxson Dart. In this scenario, it’s the Browns. Dart will have the ability to begin the season learning behind Joe Flacco, but then he can start later in the year or in his second season. It provides the Browns a direction, a good player, and a cheap option at quarterback who also has a valuable fifth-year option.
27 — Baltimore Ravens
Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
Michael Pierce retired and Brent Urban is a free agent. The Baltimore Ravens need more depth and talent on the defensive line, and they get a great player here with Walter Nolen. He needs time to become more polished, and the Ravens can mold him into the player they need.
28 — Detroit Lions
Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State
The Detroit Lions stay patient, and they get the lineman who fits their team best. Grey Zabel is a tough, athletic, versatile offensive lineman who projects best as a guard. I believe he is a can’t-miss player, so he will be a great player on the Detroit line for many years.
29 — Washington Commanders
Nick Emmanori, S, South Carolina
Dan Quinn loves a big, athletic safety, and nobody fits this better than Nick Emmanori. The Washington Commanders have someone on the backend, helping to defend against some of the big plays in the NFC East.
30 — Buffalo Bills
Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Do the Buffalo Bills take a defensive player or take another swing at a wide receiver? If Emeka Egbuka falls to them, as he did in this NFL Mock Draft, they would be foolish to pass him up. Of course, they could also just give him to the Chiefs or Eagles.
31 — Kansas City Chiefs
Tyler Booker, G, Alabama
Yes, the Kansas City Chiefs could draft a defensive player like many are projecting. But, come on! Take the best true guard in the draft. Please. I’m not even a Chiefs fan, but you do not trade away Joe Thuney without replacing him right away, and Tyler Booker is a helluva player.
32 — Minnesota Vikings (via PHI)
Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
The Vikings have more pressing needs at cornerback and interior offensive line for this season, but they go with the best player available, and it will pay off in the long run. Derrick Harmon could be an absolute monster in Minnesota’s blitz-heavy scheme.
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