The NFL Combine is now in the rear-view, as is the main wave of free agency, where teams like the Patriots, Bears, Panthers, and Commanders made big waves. Top-30 visits and Pro Days are now the final hurdles left before we get to the NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with teams getting a notably better picture of what they need for that weekend. With that in mind, here's our second Mock of 2025.
Notes:
- All Trade values are via the Rich Hill Model and will be displayed in parentheses.
- Six Trade Hard Limit.
- The Jihaad Campbell selection was made before knowledge of his labrum injury.
2025 NFL (Mock) Draft
Pick 1) Tennessee Titans
Projected Top Team Needs: Quarterback, Wide Receiver, EDGE
Notable Pickups: Van Jefferson (WR), Kevin Zeitler (IOL), Dan Moore (OT)
Notable Departures: Harold Landry (EDGE), Nick Westbrook Ikhine (WR), Chidobe Awuzie (CB)
The Pick: Cam Ward, QB (The U)
The Tennessee Titans paid Dan Moore over 20 million dollars a year to be their new left tackle....sure!!! For better or worse, their OL is locked in for next year now, and it doesn't appear they'll be going for a veteran QB option at the moment. No change here in the meanwhile; expect to see the Miami product Cam Ward end up in the Music City.
Pick 2) Cleveland Browns
Projected Top Team Needs: Quarterback, Left Tackle, EDGE
Notable Pickups: Kenny Pickett (QB), Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (EDGE), Cornelius Lucas (OT)
Notable Departures: N/A
The Pick: Shedeur Sanders, QB (Colorado)
Until there's some clarity on some of the veteran QB stragglers still out there, I assume that Cleveland will go the signal-caller route come April, meaning Shedeur Sanders in this case. It's worth noting that Kevin Stefanski has a bit of an inside track with the Colorado product thanks to his relationship with Pat Shurmur, Deion Sanders' OC in Boulder. By all accounts, it sounds like Cleveland is a fan of Shedeur if Mary Kay Cabot is to be believed.
*TRADE*
Patriots Receive: Pick 3 (516)
Giants Receive: Picks 4 and 77 (568)
Pick 3) New England Patriots (via New York Giants)
Projected Top Team Needs: Wide Reciever, Left Tackle, Left Guard
Notable Pickups: Milton Williams (IDL), Carlton Davis (CB), Robert Spillane (LB), Harold Landry (EDGE), Garrett Bradbury (IOL)
Notable Departures: Jonathan Jones (CB), Deatrich Wise (IDL/EDGE), David Andrews (IDL)
The Pick: Travis Hunter, WR/CB (Colorado)
I imagine a trade-down scenario for the Giants at three will become a bit more defined in the coming weeks, but making the Patriots pay a small Travis Hunter Tax to ensure no one else can take him feels like a decent piece of business for Big Blue; leaving them open to a variety of options in a few moments. For New England, Hunter would be the weapon this team has been lacking/in need of for years. His YAC and 50/50 ball skills are elite, boasting an elite wingspan and pair of hands to boot. I wouldn't rule out usage at cornerback in New England, but he'd be a primary wideout there.
For Travis Hunter's Wide Receiver Scouting Report, click here. For Travis Hunter's Cornerback Scouting Report, click here.
*TRADE*
Jets Receive: Picks 4 and a 2026 Fourth Round Pick (505)
Giants Receive: Picks 7, 73, 145, and a 2026 Second Round Pick (568)
Pick 4) New York Jets (via New York Giants via New England Patriots)
Projected Top Team Needs: Right Tackle, Cornerback, Interior DL
Notable Pickups: Justin Fields (QB), Andre Cisco (SAF), Peace of Mind by Not Having Aaron Rodgers
Notable Departures: D.J. Reed (CB), Davante Adams (WR), Aaron Rodgers (QB), Javon Kinlaw (IDL), Morgan Moses (OT), Hasson Reddick (EDGE)
The Pick: Mason Graham, IDL (Michigan)
Without a true QB option, the Giants have the opportunity to amass some picks for day two and attack things while still getting a top-10 pick. For the Jets, they get to leapfrog the Jaguars, who increasingly feel certain to take Mason Graham should the top five picks all remain deadlocked. The Michigan product opted only to do the bench press at the combine, but he has some great burst and agility for a D-Lineman and would be a fun guy to pair up with Quinnen Williams on that Jets front.
*TRADE*
Panthers Receive: Picks 5 and 107 (499)
Jaguars Receive: Picks 8, 57, 111, 114 (546)
Pick 5) Carolina Panthers (via Jacksonville Jaguars)
Projected Top Team Needs: EDGE, Box Safety, Wide Receiver
Notable Pickups: Trevon Moehrig (SAF), Tershawn Wharton (IDL), Sam Martin (P), Christian Rozeboom (LB)
Notable Departures: Xavier Woods (SAF), Miles Sanders (RB), Johnnie Hekker (P)
The Pick: Abdul Carter, EDGE (Penn State)
Even if the Jags don't find a trade partner for Travon Walker and ride it out with him, half of the league would call them about this pick if Abdul Carter is still there. The Carolina Panthers make the most sense of any team in the top 10, and Jacksonville here gets a good haul to drop three spots. Adding Abdul Carter to a defense that's already added Trevon Moehrig and Tershawn Wharton and still has Derrick Brown and Jaycee Horn would be the cherry on top of what's been a sneaky great offseason.
Pick 6) Las Vegas Raiders
Projected Top Team Needs: Cornerback, Wide Receiver, Linebacker
Notable Pickups: Geno Smith (QB), Jeremy Chinn (SAF), Alex Cappa (IOL), Elandon Roberts (LB)
Notable Departures: Robert Spillane (LB), Nate Hobbs (CB), Trevon Moehrig (SAF), Divine Deablo (LB)
The Pick: Will Johnson, CB (Michigan)
Ashton Jeanty is a super popular pick for these Raiders, but I cannot fathom them passing on a prospective cornerback talent like Will Johnson after losing Nate Hobbs to Green Bay and with a middling cornerback room as it stands currently. He has a size profile that no one on that team has at that position and has great ball production while not being as aggressive in coverage as Jack Jones can be.
Pick 7) New York Giants (via New York Jets)
Projected Top Team Needs: Quarterback, Right Tackle, Cornerback
Notable Pickups: Jevon Holland (SAF), Paulson Adebo (CB), Chauncey Golden (EDGE)
Notable Departures: N/A
The Pick: Armand Membou, OT (Mizzou)
It's a bit of a surprise here with Membou was the first tackle taken, but he's a natural right tackle that this Giants team desperately needs, given how bad things have gone with Evan Neal. He beat the 6'3" allegations at the combine before lighting up the athletic testing numbers. This isn't just a case of Membou being athletic; he absolutely dominated the SEC last year at 20 years old, allowing single-digit pressures and zero (0) sacks.
Pick 8) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Carolina Panthers)
Projected Top Team Needs: Tight End, Interior DL, Wide Receiver
Notable Pickups: Pat Mekari (IOL), Jourdan Lewis (CB), Eric Murray (SAF), Dyami Brown (WR)
Notable Departures: Evan Engram (TE), Andre Cisco (SAF), Michael McCorkle Jones (QB)
The Pick: Tyler Warren, TE (Penn State)
Jacksonville only dropping three spots and nabbing Tyler Warren would be [All] Elite [Wrestling wins again] business by first-year shot-caller James Gladstone. The Penn State product is a high-floor tight end prospect that, while not on the level of Brock Bowers, is a great pass catcher and blocker, with the ability to line up all over the formation, even at Wildcat QB.
Pick 9) New Orleans Saints
Projected Top Team Needs: Wide Receiver, EDGE, Cornerback
Notable Pickups: Justin Reid (SAF), Davon Godchaux (IDL), Issac Yiadom (CB)
Notable Departures: Paulson Adebo (CB), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (WR), Will Harris (SAF)
The Pick: Tet McMillan, WR (Arizona)
New Orleans has some options here at nine. Adding a body at wide receiver with Chris Olave's injuries mounting up at a concerning rate this early into his career, and not much else there. Tet McMillan would give the Saints a big body option on the outside with plus hands and contested catch ability. I'm lower on him than most but I'd bet on him being the second wideout off the board still...for now.
Pick 10) Chicago Bears
Projected Top Team Needs: Left Tackle, Safety, Cornerback
Notable Pickups: Joe Thuney (IOL), Jonah Jackson (IOL), Drew Dalman (IOL), Dayo Odeyingbo (EDGE), Grady Jarrett (IDL)
Notable Departures: Keenan Allen (WR), Tevin Jenkins (IOL)
The Pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT (Texas)
The Bears going from needing upgrades at four spots on the offensive line to just one in just a few days work is the upset of the century. Even still, they could use an upgrade over Braxton Jones, and Kelvin Banks Jr. would suffice. He was an excellent blindside blocker at the University of Texas, and while he doesn't have elite wingspan/arm size measurables, they are playable for a left tackle, and this isn't as bad a case as it is with Will Campbell.
Pick 11) San Francisco 49ers
Projected Top Team Needs: Interior DLine, EDGE, Left Guard
Notable Pickups: Demarcus Robinson (WR), Michael McCorkle Jones (QB)
Notable Departures: Yes
The Pick: Will Campbell, OT (LSU)
The 9ers have no shortage of major needs and could justify going off-road by taking LSU tackle Will Campbell. His arms have been a topic of conversation, but even more concerning, he also has the single shortest wingspan of any tackle prospect to come into the league since at least 1999. Yeah...not great. If he's sticking outside, he's a right tackle, but he'd be a day one starter at right tackle or left guard for this team despite the lack of leverage; his tape is mostly excellent despite his shortcomings, but I would have to see him vs. live NFL competition to pass judgment on his prospects as a professional blindside blocker.
Pick 12) Dallas Cowboys
Projected Top Team Needs: Defense
Notable Pickups: Solomon Thomas (IDL), Robert Jones (IOL), Dante Fowler (EDGE)
Notable Departures: Yes
The Pick: Ashton Jeanty, RB (Bosie State)
In reality, the Cowboys could use literally any of the several impact defenders still on the board. Also in reality, Jerry Jones runs this team, and he's 100% taking Ashton Jeanty if he's still on the board at 12. Not that it would be a bad pick on its own; Dallas does need a legit back to help out that offense, and Jeanty is one of the best prospects in the last decade, but the only guys I look at on this defense and feel good about are Dante Fowler, Osa Odigizuwha, and Micah Parsons (also Demarvion Overshown depending on his status).
Pick 13) Miami Dolphins
Projected Top Team Needs: Interior DL, Safety, Interior OL
Notable Pickups: Nick Westbrook-Ikhine (WR)
Notable Departures: Jevon Holland (SAF), Robert Jones (IOL)
The Pick: Shemar Stewart, IDL/EDGE (Texas A&M)
It's been very quiet for the Dolphins this offseason outside of a few notable moves, and their need for fresh legs on the defensive front remains unchanged. Unsurprisingly, Shemar Stewart had an incredible outing at the NFL combine, and at 6'6" 290, they would be one hell of an add to a team that desperately needs some depth, with the ability to play on the edge and the interior.
Pick 14) Indianapolis Colts
Projected Top Team Needs: Right Guard, Tight End, Safety
Notable Pickups: Cam Bynum (SAF), Charvarius Ward (CB), Daniel Jones (QB)
Notable Departures: Ryan Kelly (IOL), Will Fries (IOL), Dayo Odeyingbo (EDGE)
The Pick: Malaki Starks, SAF (Georgia)
Losing a pair of interior guys to the open market is a bummer, but I love that the Colts were as proactive as they were, adding to a pretty poor secondary. This isn't to say they're done, and they could use someone with the range and ball skills of Malaki Starks. This would create a very fun safety duo with him and Cam Bynum (one of my favorite free-agent pickups this year while on the subject); comfortably one of my few outright favorite players in this class.
Pick 15) Atlanta Falcons
Projected Top Team Needs: EDGE, Center, Interior DL
Notable Pickups: Devine Deablo (LB), Morgan Fox (IDL), Leonard Floyd (EDGE)
Notable Departures: Drew Dalman (IOL), Grady Jarrett (IDL), Matt Judon (EDGE)
The Pick: Mykel Williams, EDGE (Georgia)
Leonard Floyd is a fine addition to a very poor Falcons pass rush, but it's not enough as it ever was for them. Mykel Williams is arguably a top-10 player in this class, and despite playing 2024 on a bad ankle for the Bulldogs, he was still an impact guy. He's not a complete product rushing the passer yet, but his floor as a run defender is extremely high. Think of him as Travon Walker+.
Pick 16) Arizona Cardinals
Projected Top Team Needs: Interior DL, Interior OL, Boundary Cornerback
Notable Pickups: Josh Sweat (EDGE), Dalvin Tomlinson (IDL), Akeem Davis-Gaither (LB)
Notable Departures: Dennis Gardeck (EDGE), Kyzir White (LB), Roy Lopez (IDL)
The Pick: Kenneth Grant, IDL (Michigan)
Excluding Darius Robinson, who's a bit of a tweener, the Cardinals only have four IDL guys on their roster at the moment, but they did add Dalvin Tomlinson after the Browns cut him. We haven't been able to see him do athletic testing due to a hamstring issue, but I can assure you that guys who are 330 lbs shouldn't be able to move like Kenneth Grant does. He has some growth to do as a pass rusher from a consistency standpoint, but much like with Williams, his run game floor is high, and I'd bank on the athletic traits here.
Pick 17) Cincinnati Bengals
Projected Top Team Needs: Cornerback, Slot Defender, EDGE
Notable Pickups: Samaje Perine (RB)
Notable Departures: Sam Hubbard (EDGE, Retirement), Akeem Davis-Gaither (LB), Alex Cappa (IOL),
The Pick: Jahdae Barron, CB (Texas)
Now that Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase are locked down long-term, the Bengals have some serious work to do with a fairly poor defense that isn't guaranteed to return Trey Hendrickson by any means. The Geno Stone signing was surprisingly a disaster of epic proportions, and there's not much else to write about in that secondary as is. Texas Longhorn Jahdae Barron is a secondary Swiss army knife who can play all over in the secondary but spent most of his 2024 on the boundary—a very fun player who could be the spark plug that this unit needs.
Pick 18) Seattle Seahawks
Projected Top Team Needs: Interior OL, Boundary Receiver, Linebacker
Notable Pickups: Sam Darnold (QB), Cooper Kupp (WR), DeMarcus Lawrence (EDGE), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (WR)
Notable Departures: Yes
The Pick: Matthew Golden, WR (Texas)
I can't really say I get the Seahawks completely turning this roster over, but my hope is they understand that there's a reason Geno Smith wasn't a world-beater last year. That would be the interior of their offensive line, but I can't imagine they would pass on an oppurtunity to pair Matt Golden up with JSN. Elite seperator and ramped it up big time for the Longhorns as they pushed deep in the CFB Playoffs. As it stands right now, I have him ranked over Tet McMillan, but don't know if he goes beforehand just yet.
Pick 19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Projected Top Team Needs: Linebacker, Cornerback, Interior OL
Notable Pickups: Hasson Reddick (EDGE), Riley Dixon (P)
Notable Departures: Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (EDGE), Jordan Whitehead (SAF)
The Pick: Jihaad Campbell, LB (Alabama)
It will either be the best linebacker or corner available for the Bucs, and they have no excuses not to get some fresh blood at 'the backer specifically. Honestly, I'm surprised that Lavonte David even came back this year at 35 years old. Get Jihaad Campbell, who's a phenomenal athlete with plus coverage skills at 6'3" and 245 lbs, and take some of the load off of one of your all-time great team lifers as things begin to really wind down.
Pick 20) Denver Broncos
Projected Top Team Needs: Wide Receiver, Center, Running Back
Notable Pickups: Dre Greenlaw (LB), Talanoa Hufanga (SAF), Evan Engram (TE)
Notable Departures: Cody Barton (LB), Javonte Williams (RB)
The Pick: Jalon Walker, EDGE/LB (Georgia)
I genuinely wouldn't be shocked if the Broncos go running back Omarion Hampton out of UNC here, but it's worth noting that Dre Greenlaw has no guaranteed money on his deal beyond this year (pending a two million dollar option in March of '26). Jalon Walker is a bit more of an EDGE than pure off-ball 'backer, but I could see the Broncos being willing to bring him in and let him figure things out should he still be available; to be an insurance policy at worst and a long-term multi-usage defender at best. I can't say I'd be surprised if the NFL would use Walker's size against him because that worked out with Nakobe Dean (this is sarcasm if it wasn't blatantly obvious).
Pick 21) Pittsburgh Steelers
Projected Top Team Needs: Quarterback, Running Back, Interior DL
Notable Pickups: DK Metcalf (WR), Darius Slay (CB), Malik Harrison (LB), Mason Rudolph (QB)
Notable Departures: Justin Fields (QB), Russell Wilson (QB, for now), Larry Ogunjobi (IDL), Mike Williams (WR), Dan Moore (OT)
The Pick: Walter Nolen, IDL (Ole Miss)
As the Steelers allow a washed Aaron Rodgers to hold their remaining offseason plans in limbo, they could certainly use another younger face on the defensive trenches, with Cam Heyward less than two months away from turning 36. Walter Nolen, out of Ole Miss, has a similar outlook as Kenneth Grant in terms of run game floor and pass rush potential, but he has some vague character concerns along with him. Let's assume that's true for argument's sake; when has that ever stopped the Steelers from bringing someone in during the Mike Tomlin era???
*TRADE*
Ravens Receive: Pick 22 (253)
Chargers Receive: Picks 27, 91, 136 (277)
Pick 22) Baltimore Ravens (Los Angeles Chargers)
Projected Top Team Needs: Offensive Guard, EDGE, Cornerback
Notable Pickups: DeAndre Hopkins (WR)
Notable Departures: Pat Mekari (IOL), Brandon Stephens (CB), Malik Harrison (LB)
The Pick: Tyler Booker, IOL (Alabama)
There might not be a more perfect Baltimore Raven in this class than Tyler Booker. He checks off the great value selection, Alabama, and team need boxes for this team with Pat Mekari going to Jacksonville. Ronnie Stanley, Booker, and Tyler Linderbaum from LT-C and then Roger Rosengarten at right tackle would be a great group for Lamar Jackson to play behind.
Pick 23) Green Bay Packers
Projected Top Team Needs: EDGE, Wide Receiver, Cornerback
Notable Pickups: Aaron Banks (IOL), Nate Hobbs (CB)
Notable Departures: Jaire Alexander (CB, presumably), Eric Stokes (CB), Josh Meyers (IOL)
The Pick: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE (Boston College)
Passing up on a pass-catching talent in round one because, of course, Green Bay will; the Packers go to the Jeff Hafley well and BC product Donovan Ezeiruaku, bypassing the still available James Pearce Jr., to fix their medical pass rush of a season ago. He's a bit on the smaller side at 6'2" and a few ticks under 250 lbs, but he has heavy experience in four-man fronts, has great bend and explosiveness, and was a monster against the run for the Eagles in 2024.
*TRADE*
Chiefs Receive: Pick 22 (253)
Vikings Receive: Picks 31, 66, and 133 (284)
Pick 24) Kansas City Chiefs (via Minnesota Vikings)
Projected Top Team Needs: Left Guard, EDGE, Tight End
Notable Pickups: Kristian Fulton (CB), Jaylon Moore (OT), Gardner Minshew (QB)
Notable Departures: Yes
The Pick: James Pearce Jr., EDGE (Tennessee)
Well, so much for that slide. This Chiefs squad lost its top sack-getter in IDL, Tershawn Wharton, and doesn't have much left outside of George Karlaftis and Chris Jones at the moment. A move-up for James Pearce Jr. or any premier pass rush prospect should be viewed as a necessity, and it would be hard to envison the Vikings not trading down in either rounds one or two with limited draft capital this year; making this a worthwhile deal.
Pick 25) Houston Texans
Projected Top Team Needs: Left Tackle, Interior OL, Interior DL
Notable Pickups: Chauncey Gardner Johnson (SAF), Laken Tomlinson (IOL), Justin Watson (WR)
Notable Departures: Laremy Tunsil (OT), Kenyon Green (IOL), Shaq Mason (IOL), Eric Murray (SAF)
The Pick: Josh Simmons, OT (Ohio State)
I can understand the logic of getting out of Laremy Tunsil's deal a year early vs. a year late, but it should be left tackle by default for the Texans at 25. Josh Simmons' Patellar Tendor tear (kneecap) scares me a good deal, but it sounds like his rehab has gone well by all accounts, and he was dynamite for the Buckeyes over the first month of their Championship quest. Nick Caserio would undoubtedly be taking a risk here, but 2023 told us he's not exactly afraid of rolling the dice.
Pick 26) Los Angeles Rams
Projected Top Team Needs: Linebacker, Cornerback, Tight End
Notable Pickups: Davante Adams (WR), Poona Ford (IDL), Coleman Shelton (IOL)
Notable Departures: Cooper Kupp (WR), Jonah Jackson (IOL), Christian Rozeboom (LB), DeMarcus Robinson (WR)
The Pick: Shavon Revel Jr., CB (East Carolina)
The Rams making a trade push to get Jihaad Campbell would be pretty fun, but they lack talent at cornerback and were in the bottom half last year in pass yards allowed per game. Revel would be a bit of a risk given his ACL tear last fall, but he has elite size, and I imagine the success of Quinyon Mitchell in Philly should quell some of the small school concerns with the ECU product.
Pick 27) Los Angeles Chargers (via Baltimore Ravens)
Projected Top Team Needs: Tight End, EDGE, Interior DL
Notable Pickups: Mike Williams (WR), Mekhi Becton (IOL), Donte Jackson (CB), Najee Harris (RB), Ben St. Juste (CB),
Notable Departures: Joey Bosa (EDGE), Kristian Fulton (CB), Poona Ford (IDL), Asante Samuel Jr. (CB)
The Pick: Colston Loveland, TE (Michigan)
Another very obvious selection should he stay on the board this long, Loveland would fill a black hole-sized void the Chargers have had at tight end over the last few seasons. That said, I also wouldn't be stunned if they opt to go with an edge rusher/de-facto Joey Bosa replacement if they have a guy they like on the board.
Pick 28) Detroit Lions
Projected Top Team Needs: EDGE, Interior OL, Box Safety
Notable Pickups: D.J. Reed (CB)
Notable Departures: Half of Their Coaching Staff, Carlton Davis (CB), Kevin Zeitler (IOL), Za'Darius Smith (EDGE)
The Pick: Nick Emmanawori, SAF (South Carolina)
A running mate for Aidan Hutchinson is at the top of the list for Detroit in this draft, but it's hard to say where Detroit would stand currently with a guy like Mike Green due to SA allegations both in High School and at UVA before he was dismissed, that became wide knowledge at the combine. Not a sexy pick here, and I recently put a R2 grade on him, but the Lions could certainly use a high-upside box safety in the mold of Nick Emmanwori; perhaps the single best athlete in this year's draft class at 6'3 and 220 lbs. It wouldn't be the first time Brad Holmes went off-road with a first-round pick, and you'd have a new look, big nickel package ready to go with him, Kerby Joseph, and Brian Branch.
Pick 29) Washington Commanders
Projected Top Team Needs: Left Guard, Right Tackle, EDGE
Notable Pickups: Laremy Tunsil (OT), Jonathan Jones (CB), Deebo Samuel (WR), Javon Kinlaw (IDL)
Notable Departures: Jonathan Allen (IDL), Dante Fowler Jr. (EDGE), Jeremy Chinn (SAF), Ben St. Juste (CB), Dyami Brown (WR)
The Pick: Donovan Jackson, IOL (Ohio State)
Making some big splashes already this offseason with the additions of Laremy Tunsil and Deebo Samuel on offense, the Commanders should still be looking to find upgrades at left guard and right tackle. Grey Zabel's stock is through the roof after a phenomenal Senior Bowl, and the tackle-to-interior lineman convert would be a major upgrade at left guard for the NFC runner-ups.
Pick 30) Buffalo Bills
Projected Top Team Needs: Cornerback, Interior DL, Left Guard
Notable Pickups: Joey Bosa (EDGE), Larry Ogunjobi (IDL), Josh Palmer (WR)
Notable Departures: Von Miller (EDGE), Mack Hollins (WR), Amari Cooper (WR), Sam Martin (P)
The Pick: Azareye'h Thomas, CB (Florida State)
So far, one of the sneakier pickups of the NFL offseason was the Bills' poaching now ex-Patriots cornerbacks coach Mike Pellegrino, who's spent extensive time with guys like Stephon Gilmore and Christian Gonzalez. Even if the Bills extend Christian Benford, this team could use a facelift at the position beyond him. Florida State's Azareye'h Thomas has a great size profile for a boundary cornerback and was exceptional as a press defender in 2024. I imagine Pellegrino would be very happy to work with the 20-year-old. High-end speed might not be there, but he moved around well enough in on-field drills at the combine.
Pick 31) Minnesota Vikings (via Kansas City Chiefs)
Projected Top Team Needs: Cornerback, Safety, Left Guard
Notable Pickups: Jonathan Allen (IDL), Javon Hargrave (IDL), Will Fries (IOL), Ryan Kelly (IOL)
Notable Departures: Cam Bynum (SAF), Sam Darnold (QB), Cam Robinson (OT)
The Pick: Trey Amos, CB (Ole Miss)
Losing Cam Bynum is a massive hit for the Vikings' defense, but at the very least, they kept Byron Murphy and added Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave into the trenches as solid short-term pieces. A true boundary cornerback still eludes this team, however, which is where Trey Amos could come in. The Crimson Tide turncoat had a great year at Ole Miss, and while he doesn't have the elite size wingspan/arm length measurements compared to others in this class, that didn't stop him much in 2024.
Pick 32) Philadelphia Eagles
Projected Top Team Needs: Interior DL, Box Safety/Nickel Defender, Right Guard
Notable Pickups: Kenyon Green (IOL), Azeez Ojulari (EDGE)
Notable Departures: Yes
The Pick: Derrick Harmon, IDL (Oregon)
Replacing Milton Williams is a tough task, but there weren't many better pass-rushing interior guys in the nation in 2024 than Oregon's Derrick Harmon. He definitely has some flaws when you look at the advanced numbers, but the Eagles should be willing to bring him in and be a pass rush specialist to start before working his way up to full-time reps.
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