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Bucs land SEC defender in latest 2025 NFL mock draft from PFF

In fact, we have a mock draft on Mondays every week here, and the latest can be found on our homepage. 

The 2025 NFL Draft is roughly six months away, yet it seems like it is right around the corner as discussions about the event heat up. Every media outlet, including us, has been putting out mock drafts.

In fact, we have a mock draft on Mondays every week here, and the latest can be found on our homepage.

The mock draft we discuss today is one from PFF’s NFL Draft podcast, The NFL Stock Exchange. The mock used the recent draft order, which had the Bucs drafting 13th overall. They gave them Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker. They chose Walker because they liked his pass-rush ability and his ability to play linebacker.

Trevor Sikkema compared Walker’s play style to that of current Bucs player Yaya Diaby. He likes the idea of the Bucs addressing two positions with one pick seemingly but especially likes his potential as a pass rusher.

The Bucs defense is going to need some help this offseason, in this case, it came in the NFL Draft.

NFL Network evaluates Jaguars NFL draft needs for potential No. 1 pick

NFL Network evaluates Jaguars NFL draft needs for potential No. 1 pick

Jacksonville slipped back into possession of the No. 1 selection in the 2025 NFL draft after losing to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11, and its crippling Week 12 defeat against the Detroit Lions further entrenched the Jaguars into the top of the picking (not a typo) order.

There remain seven weeks of regular season NFL action to determine which non-playoff teams pick where.

But, in the event the Jaguars hold the top spot, NFL Network analyst Chad Reuter on Monday broke down Jacksonville’s biggest positional needs and analyzed arguably their biggest priority, improved protection for quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

Biggest needs: CB, S, WR, OT, DT

Week 12 opponent: BYE

Remaining strength of schedule: .333 (32nd)

The Jaguars should be evaluating offensive tackle prospects in the top half of the draft as they look to protect Trevor Lawrence. Right tackle Anton Harrison and backup Javon Foster, a fourth-round pick this year, are the only true OTs under contract beyond this season with Walker Little headed for free agency.

NFL draft declarations have yet to begin pouring in from college football. But of anticipated prospects, four currently own first-round marks on the NFL Mock Draft Database’s consensus big board: LSU left tackle Will Campbell, Texas left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. and right tackle Cameron Williams, and Minnesota left tackle Aireontae Ersery.

The Jaguars are certain to be connected with star Colorado two-way player. cornerback and wide receiver Travis Hunter Jr., throughout the draft process so long as they maintain the top pick. He is the consensus No. 1 prospect in the draft pool.

Browns land Best Player Available with pick No. 3 in new mock draft

The Browns land the lethal Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham in a new mock draft

The Cleveland Browns would love a quarterback in the 2025 NFL draft, but a new mock draft has them selecting Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham instead.

Why is that? Because Colorado’s duo of quarterback Shedeur Sanders and playmaker Travis Hunter are already off of the board. Instead of reaching for another quarterback like Miami’s Cam Ward, they opt for the BPA (best player available) approach.

And that road leads to the ultra-physical and explosive Graham who has been a havoc wreaker from the very first time he stepped on the field for the Wolverines. A new mock draft by Daft on Draft has the Browns taking him at pick No. 3.

He is currently second in all of college football in pressures with 32, sitting with a career-high five sacks as well.

While the Browns just selected Mike Hall Jr. in the second round last year, the rest of the defensive tackles on the roster are 30 or older or on expiring contracts. That room needs an infusion of young explosiveness, and Graham gives them that as one of the best players in the entire 2025 NFL draft.

Browns wait until second round to land new QB in new mock draft

The Browns landed Alabama QB Jalen Milroe with pick No. 35 in a new mock draft.

It is no secret that the Cleveland Browns need a new quarterback, and Alabama’s Jalen Milroe lands in Northeast Ohio in a new mock draft after rising back up the boards.

But not where you would think.

Daft on Draft did a new mock draft, this time a two-round version, and Milroe was their selection with their second round pick. Similar to the Philadelphia Eagles with Jalen Hurts, this could be a situation where he is allowed to sit, and bridge again (perhaps with Jameis Winston again), while building up safeguards to get the dynamic playmaker on the field.

Without exaggerating, Milroe runs a 4.3 40-yard dash, which allows for creativity to spark in and of itself. He has taken a massive stride as a passer this season as well, showing the eyes and patience to hang in the pocket to work through concepts and deliver footballs to open receivers.

He has a chance to sneak back into the SEC Championship game and will get at least one matchup in the College Football Playoffs as well to prove he can become a trustworthy thrower under the bright lights.

If he does? Pick No. 35 where the Browns land him here might be too late.

Here’s where Patriots would draft in 2025 after loss to Rams

Here’s where the Patriots would draft if the season ended today

The New England Patriots moved up one spot in the 2025 NFL draft order, following their 28-22 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday.

According to Tankathon, if the season ended today, the Patriots would own the No. 6 overall draft pick.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are still at the top of the draft board with a 2-9 record. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants are all ahead of the Patriots with 2-8 records.

It hasn’t been pretty for the Patriots, but they are seeing continued improvements from rookie quarterback Drake Maye. With the quarterback position finally settled, there’s hope they can focus on other offensive improvements through free agency and the draft.

The draft board isn’t even close to being finished with there being six games left to go on the regular season schedule. Next up is a road game against the Miami Dolphins.

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2025 NFL draft: Titans currently slated to pick 2nd overall

At the conclusion of Week 11, the Tennessee Titans are slated to select second overall in the 2025 NFL draft.

The more things change, the more things stay the same for the Tennessee Titans.

Although they put together one of their better games of the season, the Titans once again could not overcome the obstacles that developed during their 23-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11.

There are many reasons for some fans to be outraged this week, between inconsistent offensive line play and questionable officiating, this game stings. Other fans who are solely focused on April and the 2025 NFL draft are delighted with the outcome and are celebrating.

While there is no way to predict how a season will end, the Titans appear to be on a collision course with the Jacksonville Jaguars to obtain the first pick in the draft. With two head-to-head match-ups on the horizon, these games will have more of an impact on draft standings than they do inside the AFC South.

If the season ended today, the Jaguars and Titans would have the first and second pick in the draft.  With the Houston Texans on the horizon in Week 12, there is a good chance that the Titans will remain rather static with their positioning for the next few weeks.

The Titans will be back in action on Sunday when they travel to Houston to take on the Texans at NRG Stadium in Week 12 action.

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Browns continue journey up 2025 NFL draft board with another loss

The Browns currently hold pick No. 3 in the 2025 NFL draft.

The Cleveland Browns have nothing to look forward to in the regular season except for 2025 NFL draft positioning, so that is what we are looking forward to as well.

After yet another loss, this time at the hands of the New Orleans Saints, the Browns now climb even higher up the draft board. Where exactly do they sit, however?

With just seven games remaining, the Browns currently hold the third overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. The only two teams ahead of them are the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Tennessee Titans. Unfortunately for the Browns at this point, the Titans are also in need of a quarterback.

To get in position for the one quarterback worth the top pick in this draft, Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders, the Browns will need to continue their losing ways and hope the Titans win at least one more than them along the way.

Their best bet as we stand today would be to take the best player available. This could include the likes of Colorado’s playmaker Travis Hunter, Michigan defensive tackle Mason Graham, or even the surprise pick of Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty.

2025 NFL draft: Giants currently slated to select 4th overall

If the season were to end today (and we know it doesn’t), the New York Giants would select fourth overall in the 2025 NFL draft.

Things have become so sad and miserable for the New York Giants that they somehow managed to lose during their bye week.

No, the Giants obviously didn’t drop a game during their short hiatus, but they did see their 2025 NFL draft stock worsen a bit. That’s because many of the teams they needed to win (or lose) did the exact opposite, costing them two spots. At least for now.

With the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and Las Vegas Raiders all falling flat and taking a loss, the Giants dropped from the No. 2 overall pick to the No. 4 overall pick, per Tankathon.

The good news? There is still plenty of time left for the Giants to launder and climb back up the draft board but if the season were to end today, they’d be in a bad spot.

Here’s a look at the current top 10:

  1. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-9)
  2. Tennessee Titans (2-8)
  3. Cleveland Browns (2-8)
  4. New York Giants (2-8)
  5. Las Vegas Raiders (2-8)
  6. New England Patriots (3-8)
  7. New York Jets (3-8)
  8. Carolina Panthers (3-7)
  9. Dallas Cowboys (3-7)
  10. New Orleans Saints (4-7)

After benching quarterback Daniel Jones, it is presumed the Giants will seek a new signal-caller at the top of the draft. But if they remain at No. 4, they will need to dump additional assets in the hopes of moving up to a more prime position.

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2025 NFL Draft Order: Cowboys in Top 10, unless then win vs Houston

A look at the range of draft positions Dallas could have after MNF in Week 11.

With just one game remaining on the NFL slate of games for Week 11 there are clearly four classes of franchises. There’s a gooey middle of two tiers: teams that are currently in playoff position and teams that have a chance to get their. The top tier, are teams with realistic Super Bowl dreams. Clubs such as the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings have separated themselves from the pack.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, the fourth tier, there’s a gluttony of teams with no realistic shot of postseason glory. Those teams are in a reverse race. Not actively trying to lose, but realistically these teams’ futures are better served by having better draft positioning.

That’s the group the Dallas Cowboys sit in as they prepare to take on the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football.

Currently, after the results of Sunday’s games, Dallas is sitting with the 9th pick in the first round thanks to a 3-6 record. Depending on the results of the contest, that could all change.

With a loss, Dallas stays put at No. 9. The only team with a 3-7 record, the Carolina Panthers, have a much worse Strength of Schedule than Dallas. That’s the tiebreaker when it comes to draft order; not head to head, or conference record or any of the things that matter for playoff tiebreakers.

The Panthers’ SOS currently sits at .489 while Dallas is at .523.

If the Cowboys pull off the home upset and improve to 4-6, they will likely slide down to the No. 13 pick.

There are two teams with 4-7 records (New Orleans, Cincinnati) and another three with 4-6 records. Dallas has a better SOS than Miami (.433) and Tampa Bay (.517), and a worse one than Chicago (.557) thanks to the power of the NFC North this season.

Ashton Jeanty’s historic season cementing him as top RB draft pick

Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty keeps running to new records and running away from the pack as the top RB prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft

The story of Boise State’s electric running back Ashton Jeanty has been one of dominance and some unreal performances. As the numbers continue to stack up on what has to be considered one of the best seasons of all time, NFL teams are surely taking notice of the back’s incredible talent and historic performance.

 

The numbers for Jeanty jump off the screen, averaging an absurd 7.7 yards per carry on the season. Jeanty has already surpassed 1,800 scrimmage yards and 24 touchdowns with two more games remaining in the regular season. It wouldn’t be shocking at all to see Jeanty eclipse the 2,500 yards by the end of the year as he continues to be the engine of a dominant Boise State offense that has its eyes set on the playoffs.

 

Jeanty’s speed, explosiveness, elite balance, vision, and power puts him in the ranks of some of the elite running back prospects we have seen in the last decade in Bijan Robinson and Saquon Barkley. Jeanty is going to be a feature piece in the NFL the moment he steps on the field and he should find himself going within the first 10 picks of the 2025 NFL Draft.