Jordan Katz’s 2025 NFL Mock Draft 4.0: Final (2 Rounds)
Well folks, zero hour is upon us. It is officially NFL Draft week! If you are just tuning in from mock draft 1.0, you’ve missed… a lot.
Let’s recap.
No, there’s no time, let’s sum up.
The top four seem fairly settled. While there is a chance Shedeur Sanders could still be the Giants pick at three, it is looking less and less likely. The draft seems to start with Jacksonville at five, where no one really knows what the Jags plan is. There could be a lot of first-round movement, and there could also be no first-round movement. Only 17 players are attending the draft this year, which means the players are not even sure of where they might go. There might be four quarterbacks going in the first round! There also might only be one quarterback in the first round…
In short, no one knows anything, everything is made up, and the points don’t matter (IYKYK).
Confused yet? Allow me to make some sense of it for you! Here is my one and only two-round mock of the 2025 NFL Mock Draft season!
ROUND ONE
1) Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB Miami- This pick was locked in when the Titans passed on the available free agent quarterbacks. Ward is the one NFL-ready quarterback in this draft. He makes multiple reads and shows good anticipation on throws when given the time to do so. The question will be how he fits into an offense amidst an overhaul.
2) Cleveland Browns: Travis Hunter, WR/CB Colorado- The Browns seem committed to playing Travis Hunter on both sides of the ball, which has led many to presume that Hunter will hear his name called second on draft night.
In my opinion, this is exactly what a team taking Hunter should do. Hunter has flashed elite potential at both corner and receiver, and seems to be capable of making impact plays at both spots. His technique is strong when sticking receivers in man coverage, and offensively, he makes plays with the ball in his hands. There is no unwritten sports law that says a team has to re-sign a player like this; the Browns should play him both ways for five years, and after he has taken too many hits, let him walk.
3) New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE Penn State- Even though Shedeur Sanders is in play here, the Giants know he is a project and needs time. Carter makes an immediate impact and allows them to continue to push towards this playoff mandate in 2025.
However, keep an eye on Shedeur Sanders here, and keep an eye on the Giants trading back in for a quarterback if they do select Carter at 3.
4) New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OL LSU- Should Carter be unavailable, Campbell seems to be locked in here at 4. The Patriots need a left tackle, and Campbell is the most polished offensive lineman in this draft. Plus, he could move inside if needed because he understands how defenders try to use leverage when attacking the quarterback.
5) *TRADE* Chicago Bears (from Jaguars): Ashton Jeanty, RB Jacksonville- Everyone has had Mason Graham to the Jaguars for months, which means the entire draft community is likely wrong. The current buzz is around Ashton Jeanty, which also feels like smoke and mirrors to me. Not only do the Jaguars need pass catchers, but they also have Travis Etienne, who can go for six every time he touches it.
What the Jeanty rumors feel like is Jacksonville trying to trade down, and I think they get their wish. The Raiders, Bears, and Cowboys are all interested in the former Boise State star, and seem to be willing to come up the board to land him. Only one of these teams has the means to make it happen though; Chicago.
The Trade: The Chicago Bears trade the #10, #39, and #72 for the #5 and #88 overall selections.
6) Las Vegas Raiders: Armand Membou, OT Missouri- Having been jumped for Ashton Jeanty, the Raiders pivot to “BPA at a position of need.” Membou can lock down the right side of their offensive line from day one, and he’s an anchor in the run game. Head Coach Pete Carroll is going to want to run the ball, making this a good scheme fit here as well.
7) New York Jets: Mason Graham, IDL Michigan- The Jets have been linked to Graham throughout the draft process, but I don’t think they expected Graham to be available a few months ago. With that possibility now becoming more likely, the Jets took a meeting with Graham during draft week. Adding Graham to a defensive front that already has Quinnen Williams, Will McDonald, and Jermaine Johnson would wreck opposing offenses for four quarters.
8) Carolina Panthers: Jalon Walker, EDGE/LB Georgia- Walker can go as high as four, but this feels like the floor for the most versatile defensive player in the draft. Walker lined up all along the defensive front seven at Georgia, and he made impact plays all over the field. The measurables may not wow you, but the intelligence he played with should help him be a very successful pro.
9) New Orleans Saints: Mykel Williams, EDGE Georgia- Throughout the draft process, I kept talking about the potential of Mykel Williams sneaking into the top 10. Not only did Williams crush the pro day workout, but the Saints are one of several teams at the top of this draft that used a top-30 visit on the former five-star recruit. I think a team will take a chance on Williams’s athleticism significantly earlier than the draft community expects. Look for Williams to go in the 9-15 range of this draft.
10) *TRADE* Jacksonville Jaguars (from Bears): Tyler Warren, TE Penn State- New Head Coach Liam Coen is going to look for playmakers during this draft to help unlock the potential that still remains in Trevor Lawrence. Tyler Warren is arguably the best pass catcher in the draft, and the Jags have a vacancy at tight end because of the departure of Evan Engram. They use the Jeanty rumors to trade down and land a superstar.
The Trade: See Pick #5.
11) San Francisco 49ers: Walter Nolan, IDL Ole Miss- Even though I have yet to have him this high, the Niners have been linked to Nolan throughout the draft process. Nolan’s incredibly disruptive as a pass rusher; he has quick hands, powerful strikes, and his get-off is strong. There is some buzz around him sneaking into the top 10, but the Bengals feel like his floor in this draft.
12) Dallas Cowboys: Tetairoa McMillian, WR Arizona- Keep an eye on Dallas making a big splash during this draft. They have been linked to a number of pass catchers, including Tetairoa McMillian. McMillian gives the Cowboys a big body receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb, and he gives them a red zone threat. McMillian can also make plays with the ball in his hands, which is perfect for Dak Prescott, who is at his best when the ball is getting out of his hands quickly.
13) Miami Dolphins: Jahdae Barron, DB Texas- Jalen Ramsey and the Dolphins appear headed for divorce, which makes cornerback the top priority for the Dolphins at 13. Barron lined up all over the secondary at Texas and showed terrific technique from the slot and boundary positions. His versatility should be extremely attractive to Miami if he makes it to this spot.
14) Indianapolis Colts: Colston Loveland, TE Michigan- The Colts feel like the floor for Colston Loveland. If he is going earlier than expected, which Peter Schrager reported earlier this week, then the expectation should be two tight ends in the top 20, which has not happened since 2019.
In most years, Loveland would be the number one tight end. He’s excellent at using his size to win route combinations, and he blocks well. The Colts desperately need a number one tight end, so the fit works as well.
15) *TRADE* Denver Broncos (from Falcons): Matthew Golden, WR Texas- I think the trade action in this draft will pick up heavily after the top 10 picks. With this being a weaker draft at the top, but a draft that has a lot of depth, teams will make moves depending on what they feel they need to compete.
Atlanta lacks draft capital in this draft and needs depth on their roster. They are a prime trade-down candidate.
Many think the Broncos will target a running back in round one, but I think the depth at that position could lead them to wait a round. Matthew Golden can take the top off of the defense, and he can make plays with the ball in his hands. He would be a terrific fit opposite Courtland Sutton.
The Trade: The Denver Broncos trade the #20, #85, and #122 to the Atlanta Falcons for the #15 and #218 overall selections.
16) Arizona Cardinals: Nick Emmanwori, S South Carolina– Emmanwori put on a masterclass at the scouting combine last month, and has elevated himself to the consensus top safety in this draft. His 4.38 40-time, combined with his ball skills in the back end and willingness to tackle, make him a perfect fit in just about any defense.
17) Cincinnati Bengals: Shemar Stewart, EDGE/DL Texas A&M- The Bengals need all the defense they can get in this draft. Stewart’s tape at Texas A&M was strong, even if his sack numbers were disappointing. He collapses the pocket nicely as a rusher, and shows good power because of his length. He also showed elite athleticism during the combine. Stewart could even sneak into the top 10 because of his measurables.
18) *TRADE* New York Giants (from Seahawks): Shedeur Sanders, QB Colorado- I still think there’s a good chance Sanders is simply the pick at 3. However, if the Giants can get away with trading multiple day two selections to move up and still land Sanders, they may go that route.
A trade-up in this fashion has not really happened since Lamar Jackson in 2018. The Ravens knew they could get Lamar later on, and proceeded to do so. The Giants have been infatuated with Sanders throughout the draft process, and the current roster does not have a quarterback of the future.
It is truly anyone’s guess where Sanders goes in this draft. However, the one guarantee is that the Giants are extremely interested and will try to get him.
The Trade: The New York Giants trade the #34, #65, a 2026 2nd round pick, and a 2027 conditional 3rd round pick to the Seattle Seahawks for the 18th overall selection.
19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Malaki Starks, S Georgia- The buzz around the Bucs and Malaki Starks has picked up drastically over the past few weeks. Antoine Winfield is locked up, but there is a vacancy opposite him in the defensive backfield.
Starks does a good job of reading and reacting from the deep safety spot, and he’s a willing tackler. He fits the mold of a “Todd Bowles,” safety.
20) *TRADE* Atlanta Falcons (from Broncos): Jihaad Campbell, LB Alabama- The Falcons simply have to go defense in this draft, particularly front seven. While a pass rusher is in play, and truthfully should be the selection, Jihaad Campbell is an impact off-ball linebacker who can fill the proper lanes at the second level. He also reads and reacts well in coverage. Campbell is a playmaker, even if it’s at a non-premium position.
The Trade: See Pick #15.
21) Pittsburgh Steelers: Jaxson Dart, QB Ole Miss- The Steelers have to find a quarterback of the future, and if Aaron Rodgers does not sign, they need to find a starter in 2025 as well. Dart is much better sitting for a year because he struggles to go through reads, but he does make elite off-platform throws. The Steelers also love him, which is why this selection is easy if Dart makes it to 21.
22) Los Angeles Chargers: Omarion Hampton, RB North Carolina- Even though the Chargers signed Najee Harris, it was only for one year. Plus, Harris is much better when he’s splitting carries in some way.
Hampton is a do-it-all running back who makes defenders miss in the open field. He can be the primary back later in the season when he adjusts to NFL blocking schemes, and take the reins next year.
23) Green Bay Packers: Kelvin Banks, OL Texas- Don’t be shocked if Banks goes in the second round. The former consensus top tackle did not impress at the Combine, and some are now projecting him to move inside and play guard at the next level.
Fortunately for Banks, so many teams in the back end of round one need help along the interior of their offensive line. Therefore, I’m leaving him in my first round, and slotting him here to the Packers at 23.
24) *TRADE* New England Patriots (from Vikings): Luther Burden III, WR Missouri- Multiple teams will call the Vikings looking to trade up on draft night. Minnesota has very few picks in this draft, and they need to acquire some more to bulk up the depth of their roster.
New England needs to put some more weapons around Drake Maye if he is going to succeed in the NFL. They get aggressive and move up for a dynamic “YAC,” playmaker in Burden.
The Trade: The New England Patriots trade the #38 and #69 to the Minnesota Vikings for the 24th overall selection.
25) Houston Texans: Grey Zabel, IOL North Dakota State- Zabel’s draft stock has been elevated into a top-40 lock since the Senior Bowl. Houston has a massive need along the interior of their offensive line, and they used a top-30 visit on Zabel. If Houston is the team to select Zabel, his versatility should help solidify the Texans’ offensive line..
26) Los Angeles Rams: Jalen Milroe, QB Alabama- Jalen Milroe is attending the NFL draft, which makes me think he has a first-round promise. While everyone is on the Browns, Giants, or Raiders trading back in for a quarterback, keep an eye on the Rams selecting a QB in round one. Matthew Stafford is on his last legs, and Milroe’s big arm and mobility make him an attractive project to a lot of teams in this draft. Do not be shocked if the Rams go quarterback early in this draft.
27) Baltimore Ravens: Carson Schwesinger, LB UCLA- I’m reading the tea leaves with this pick. Schewsinger is a top 50 projection, so this might be a little early. However, the Ravens used a top-30 visit on him, and have a need at the second level of their defense. This might be a round early, but I would look for Schwesinger to be a surprise first-round selection.
28) Detroit Lions: Tyler Booker, IOL Alabama- Much like Milroe, Tyler Booker attending the draft makes me think he has a first-round promise. There are some rumors around Dallas at 12, but that feels too high for a guard.
The most logical team to have given that promise is Detroit. They need a starting guard after the departure of Kevin Zeitler, and Booker is a day-one starting guard. His nastiness and competitiveness in the run game fit perfectly with Detroit’s game plan.
29) Washington Commanders: Mike Green, EDGE Marshall- The draft stock of Mike Green is truly a mystery. I could see him going as early as Atlanta, and as late as day two. The senior bowl standout should still be a day one selection, and if he makes it to Washington, this feels like a layup. Washington needs a primary pass rusher who is disciplined against the run, and that’s exactly who Mike Green is.
30) Buffalo Bills: Trey Amos, CB Ole Miss- Trey Amos is one of multiple corners expected in the 20-50 range who could hear their names called in the back end of round one. The reason I have him to Buffalo instead of a Shavon Revel Jr., or a Maxwell Hairston, is because the Bills have met with Amos twice, which is not true of the other corners in play here.
If it is Amos, Bills Head Coach Sean McDermott will use him similarly to Tre White. Amos has good athleticism, but his best attribute is his competitiveness on every down.
31) Kansas City Chiefs: Josh Simmons, OT Ohio State- The Chiefs get a steal here. Josh Simmons is arguably the best pass protector in this draft, but his knee injury from the previous college football season will mean he likely sits to start the year. Fortunately, the Chiefs can afford to let Simmons come along slowly. My guess is this is a pick we look back on as a steal of the draft.
32) Philadelphia Eagles: Nic Scourton, EDGE Texas A&M- While the Eagles have been heavily linked to Scourton, keep an eye on Philly moving up in this draft for a pass catcher. If the AJ Brown trade rumors are real, the Eagles will need to replace him immediately to maintain their Super Bowl window.
If they stay put and also choose to keep Brown, bolstering the defensive line is a good move in round one, particularly selecting an edge rusher. Josh Sweat left in free agency, which created a big need for the Eagles off the edge.
ROUND TWO
33) Cleveland Browns: Tyler Shough, QB Louisville- There is some buzz around Shough sneaking into round one, but the Browns should be able to snag him at the top of round two. They are the team that seems to like him the most.
34) *TRADE* Seattle Seahawks (from Giants): Will Johnson, CB Michigan- I’m not quite sure how we’ve entered a world where Will Johnson may not go in round one, but here we are. Seattle trades down and gets a perfect fit for Mike McDonald’s defense.
The Trade: See Pick #18.
35) Tennessee Titans: Emeka Egbuka, WR Ohio State- Egbuka improved drastically as a route runner in his final year at Ohio State. He’s a high-floor prospect that could hear his name called on day one.
36) Jacksonville Jaguars: Kenneth Grant, IDL Michigan- Jacksonville desperately needs interior defensive line help to solidify their run defense. Enter Kenneth Grant, the best interior run defender in the draft.
37) Las Vegas Raiders: Maxwell Hairston, CB Kentucky- Hairston’s outstanding combine could have him as a day one selection. Even if he is not, he should not have to wait long on day two to hear his name called.
38) *TRADE* Minnesota Vikings (from Patriots): Derrick Harmon, IDL Oregon- Following the trade down, Minnesota selects a player they may have taken in round one. Harmon is a three-down player who gets to the quarterback (he led the FBS in pressures last year).
The Trade: See Pick #24.
39) *TRADE* Jacksonville Jaguars (from Bears): Xavier Watts, S Notre Dame- Turnovers forced were a massive issue for Jacksonville last year. Watts is a ballhawk; he led the nation with 13 interceptions in the last two years.
The Trade: See Pick #5.
40) New Orleans Saints: Josh Conerly, OT Oregon- What was once a talented Saints offensive line has looked suspect in recent memory. Conerly could sneak into round one; he’s an excellent pass protector. If not, he should hear his name early on day two.
41) Chicago Bears: Donovan Jackson, OL Ohio State- Another offensive lineman who could sneak into round one is Donovan Jackson. He’s likely a guard in the NFL, however, some rumblings seem to indicate he could play tackle. Either way, he will be an early selection in this draft.
42) New York Jets: Aireontae Ersery, OT Minnesota- The Jets have done their homework on players in the trenches in this draft. Ersery is a project, but he had 39 starts at Minnesota and mauls defenders in the run game.
43) San Francisco 49ers: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE- A steal here for the Niners. Ezeiruaku suffers the “five quarterbacks in the first 33 picks,” slide, but lands in a perfect fit opposite Nick Bosa.
44) Dallas Cowboys: TreyVeon Henderson, RB Ohio State- Dallas needs a playmaker in the backfield coming out of this draft. Henderson is a home run threat with the ability to hit the hole hard and maintain his balance through contact.
45) Indianapolis Colts: Darius Alexander, IDL Toledo- The Colts have two aging players commanding the middle of their defense. They will likely select a player in the trenches somewhere on day two.
46) Atlanta Falcons: Shavon Revel Jr, CB East Carolina- The day two corners continue to fly off the board. Revel Jr is a steal here. His ballhawking skills are elite, and he possesses NFL length for the position.
47) Arizona Cardinals: Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE UCLA- Even after adding Josh Sweat in free agency, the Cardinals could still select a pass rusher early in this draft. Keep an eye on Oladejo during the draft, there are some rumblings of him going top 40.
48) Miami Dolphins: Tyleik Williams, IDL Ohio State- Miami could make an aggressive run at Kenneth Grant on day two, but if they stay put, a player like Williams or Darius Alexander makes sense.
49) Cincinnati Bengals: Quinshon Judkins, RB Ohio State- The Bengals have met with multiple running backs during the draft process, which could make that a day two target for them. Judkins is expected to go around this area, and the Bengals met with him, so I’m connecting the dots on this one.
50) Seattle Seahawks: Jonah Savaiinaea, OL Arizona- I would keep an eye on Savaiinaea going early on day two. He can play multiple positions at the next level. Seattle gets a day one starter here.
51) Denver Broncos: Cam Skattebo, RB Arizona State- The talented running backs continue to fly off the board. Sean Payton would love to have Skattebo’s ability between the tackles and lower-body strength in his backfield.
52) Seattle Seahawks (via Steelers): Mason Taylor, TE LSU- Taylor is an excellent blocker and a threat in the middle of the field as a pass catcher. He may not be as electrifying as the top tight ends, but he’s an excellent football player.
53) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Darien Porter, CB Iowa State- The Bucs double up on secondary here with Porter. He’s a former receiver with 4.3 speed. Todd Bowles will attempt to coach him up into a quality cover corner.
54) Green Bay Packers: Isaiah Bond, WR Texas- The Packers are being linked to many day two receivers, which is customary of this regime. Bond’s athleticism could help him become a dynamic playmaker at the next level with some coaching up.
55) Los Angeles Chargers: Jaylin Noel, WR Iowa State- We are going to get a run on playmakers somewhere in this second round, and it could be here. Noel had a breakout year in 2024, and the Chargers would love to have him opposite Laad McConkey.
56) Buffalo Bills (via MIN/HOU): Ty Robinson, IDL Nebraska- Depth in the trenches is always a good pick for a playoff team in a weak draft. Robinson had 15 tackles for loss in 2024, proving that he’s disruptive against the run.
57) Carolina Panthers (via Rams): James Pearce Jr, EDGE Tennessee- Pearce was once viewed as the top edge rusher in the class, but an inconsistent final season lands him in the second round. Carolina could have a steal here if Pearce gets coached up properly.
58) Houston Texans: Elijah Arroyo, TE Miami- Dalton Schulz’s best football is behind him, and this draft has several high-quality tight ends. One of those is Arroyo, whom the Texans have met with during the draft process.
59) Baltimore Ravens: JT Tuimoloau, EDGE Ohio State- This draft has a lot of “high floor, low ceiling” players in the middle rounds. Tuimoloau is one of those. He’s a quality pass rusher, but does not have the athleticism of an elite star. Nevertheless, he should be a productive rotational piece at the next level.
60) Detroit Lions: Alfred Collins, DT Texas- Detroit’s lack of defensive line depth was exposed in the playoffs. Collins has had a lot of buzz during the draft process, so I have him going higher than most.
61) Washington Commanders: Benjamin Morrison, CB Notre Dame- If it were not for his hip injury, Morrison could have been a top 40 lock. This is a steal for Washington; Dan Quinn will love his competitiveness in coverage.
62) Buffalo Bills: Jayden Higgins, WR Iowa State- Buffalo continues to revamp their receiving core with another big body receiver. Higgins can stretch the defense and make plays in the red zone.
63) Kansas City Chiefs: Landon Jackson, EDGE Arkansas- Jackson’s length and motor is something defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo would love as a part of his defense. Look for Kansas City to address line play on both sides heavily in this draft.
64) Philadelphia Eagles: Kyle Williams, WR Washington State- The 12th pass catcher of the first 64 picks lands with the Eagles. If the AJ Brown trade rumors are real, the Eagles might look to be more aggressive early in the draft when it comes to landing his replacement. Even if they are not true, the Eagles need depth at the position.
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