New: 2025 NFL Mock Draft
Our latest mock draft by longtime draftnik Ric Serritella.
SERRITELLA: 2025 NFL MOCK DRAFT (MARCH EDITION)
The 2025 NFL Draft is just 38 days away! While top 30 visits are on the move and the pro day circuit continues to groove, here’s a look at how the first round of the draft could play out when we arrive to destination Green Bay. Drop us a comment and let us know what you like, or what you don’t. We appreciate all criticism and of course, your loyal support …
Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami - The Titans can ill-afford to bypass a quarterback and all signs point to the well-accomplished Ward.
Cleveland Browns: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado - The Browns are 0-for-5 in selecting first round quarterbacks since their re-inception in 1999, here we go again.
New York Giants: Travis Hunter, CB, Colorado - Adding Hunter opposite of the newly acquired Paulson Adebo turns cornerback from a weakness, into a strength.
New England Patriots: Abdul Carter Jr., ER, Penn State - Pairing Carter Jr. with the newly acquired Harold Landry suddenly provides the Patriots with a much-needed pass-rush.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona - The Jags are in a bind with a severe lack of playmakers and ‘T-Law’ to ‘T-Mac’ has an AEW flare to it.
Las Vegas Raiders: Will Campbell, OT, LSU - While the temptation of Ashton Jeanty beckons, building from the inside out is the right thing to do.
New York Jets: Mykel Williams, ER, Georgia - There are lots of directions the Jets can go but Williams possesses as much upside as any player in the draft.
Carolina Panthers: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas - With one side locked down for the long-term (literally) in highest paid corner Jaycee Horn, securing the other side makes sense.
New Orleans Saints: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State - The Saints need to find new options to help move the chains and put points on the board. Here comes the ‘Warren-Cat.’
Chicago Bears: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan - GM Ryan Poles has been on a mission to rebuild the trenches and Graham would help solidify the defensive side of the ball.
San Francisco 49ers: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan - Numerous voids have suddenly popped up in San Fran and Johnson brings star power, in addition to filling a need.
Dallas Cowboys: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State - It might be time to alleviate some of the pressure off Dak Prescott’s shoulders in the form of ground and pound.
Miami Dolphins: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia - The loss of Jevon Holland (Giants) in free agency squarely puts safety in play as a major need and none better than Starks.
Indianapolis Colts: Kelvin Banks, OL, Texas - More than adequate to play tackle, Banks could fill the hole at guard for the Colts and their ongoing QB carousel.
Atlanta Falcons: James Pearce Jr., ER, Tennessee - Playing just 200 miles north in Knoxville, the Falcons are more than plenty familiar with Pearce Jr., who oozes potential.
Arizona Cardinals: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas - A complimentary receiving threat to team with Marvin Harrison Jr. would help catapult the Cardinals offense.
Cincinnati Bengals: Mike Green, ER, Marshall - The talented pass-rusher comes with off-field controversy but that has never prevented the Bengals in the past.
Seattle Seahawks: Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia - The versatile defender can be used in an array of ways but would be the best linebacker the Seahawks had since Bobby Wagner.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky - Should the Bucs be able to add Hairston to the backend, it would elevate them near the top of all NFL defenses.
Denver Broncos: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State - It’s no secret the Broncos have been sniffing around wideouts and Egbuka provides a dependable target.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina - Without a quarterback (or running back) as of press time, the Steelers need to stop the bleeding.
Los Angeles Chargers: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan - What happens when best player available meets team need, meets former head coach. We’re about to find out.
Green Bay Packers: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State - Prior to a torn patella tendon injury that ended his season prematurely, Simmons was trending as the top tackle prospect.
Minnesota Vikings: Luther Burden, WR, Missouri - No more Sam Darnold, no problem. How about injecting Burden into the equation alongside Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison?
Houston Texans: Armand Membou, OL, Missouri - After dealing off Laremy Tunsil (Commanders), the tackle position is a dire need. Membou brings immense athleticism.
Los Angeles Rams: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama - Pairing the speedster Campbell with the mad scientist Sean McVay seems like a match made in heaven.
Baltimore Ravens: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota - The big, long, strong, athletic Ersery would appear to be fitted for the AFC North smashmouth style of football.
Detroit Lions: Walter Nolen, DT, Mississippi - While the Lions miss the boat on premier edge prospects, they are able to land Nolen who brings interior pass-rush presence.
Washington Commanders: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina - This pick could easily be Emmanwori, or Billy Bowman of Oklahoma. In this scenario, Commanders go with the traits.
Buffalo Bills: Trey Amos, CB, Mississippi - A lengthy, tough, physical corner, Amos gives the Bills a much needed lockdown presence.
Kansas City Chiefs: Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State - The Chiefs have several needs along the offensive line and Zabel could fill any of the bunch.
Philadelphia Eagles: Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama - GM Howie Rosemn said it best at the combine, he’s addicted to drafting linemen and Booker provides great insurance.
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SCOUT CLUB ROUNDTABLE SEMINAR #3 — DL
Our third Baldy’s Breakdowns Scouting Seminar, also known as ‘Scout Club,’ shines a light on the Class of 2025 defensive line prospects. Tune-in below for film breakdown and analysis on some of the premier players in the 2025 NFL Draft. Moderated by Brian Baldinger and Ric Serritella. CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE FILM ROOM
Packers will not pick an OL in 1st round. More likely, a DT (GRANT, MI, for example) to generate inside pass rush. Only coach to get fired from Packers was in charge of defensive unit's pass rush. Do the math.