2025 NFL Mock Draft: Predicting the First 3 Rounds
The log jam at the top of the draft order isn’t becoming more clear as we head to what should be a wild final three weeks of the regular season. Buckle up. It’s draft season, baby!
This week we’re taking you through the top three rounds of picks. We’ve updated our draft order, ran through simulations, looked at team needs, and finally put pen to paper with the most recent player rankings.
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Round 1
1.1 Las Vegas Raiders — Cam Ward, QB, Miami (FL)
The debate between Ward and Shedeur Sanders will rage all winter and spring. For now, we think Ward’s playmaking ability puts him over Sanders.
1.2 New York Giants — Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Sanders is no consolation prize. He’s accurate, tough, and smart from the pocket with four years worth of starting experience.
1.3 New England Patriots — Kelvin Banks Jr, T, Texas
The Patriots could consider athlete Travis Hunter here but have to protect Drake Maye. Wide receivers can come in free agency or Round 2.
1.4 Jacksonville Jaguars — Travis Hunter ATH, Colorado
Hunter is seen as a cornerback by most scouts but will get to pick his side of the ball. In Jacksonville he could play both ways given the team’s needs at wide out and cornerback.
1.5 Carolina Panthers — Abdul Carter, DE, Penn State
Bryce Young has locked down the quarterback job for another year. The pass rush here needs immediate help, and Carter is a freak off the edge.