2025 NFL Mock Draft: Titans Eye Cam Ward, Surprises Lurk for Giants and Browns

The NFL Draft drama is about to unfold, and all eyes are on the Tennessee Titans as the first team on the clock. The consensus prediction? Quarterback Cam Ward, fresh off his Miami Hurricanes glory days, is expected to be the new face in Tennessee—pending the official nod from Commissioner Roger Goodell.

After Ward, the waters get a little murky. Travis Hunter is pegged as a lock at No. 2 for the Cleveland Browns, with the franchise looking to add some much-needed star power—possibly on both sides of the ball. Head coach Kevin Stefanski is surely ready to unleash his Heisman-winning versatility in Cleveland.

But the plot thickens with the New York Giants at pick No. 3. Will they gamble on a new quarterback, chase elite pass-rusher Abdul Carter, or shake things up with a trade-down scenario? The rumor mill is running hot, and GM Joe Schoen seems to have plenty of options on the table.

Looking further down the list, teams like the Patriots are focused on building a fortress around quarterback Drake Maye, while the Jacksonville Jaguars—now with Liam Coen calling the plays—are eyeing Boise State's Ashton Jeanty to light up their offense alongside Trevor Lawrence.

The Raiders may be tempted by Shedeur Sanders, but some late buzz suggests they’ll grab the best talent available for their defense. Meanwhile, the Jets are still hunting for a true playmaking tight end, and Tyler Warren could finally fill that long-standing gap for New York's offense.

Carolina is set to bolster its secondary with Will Johnson, widely considered the best cornerback outside of Hunter. And as the Saints look for a quarterback of the future, Shedeur Sanders could find himself starting in New Orleans sooner than expected—with Derek Carr's shoulder injury opening the door for a quick transition in the Big Easy.

The Bears are poised to shake up their defensive line with Georgia’s Mykel Williams, and the 49ers face the inevitable passing of the torch as Trent Williams ages—with Banks ready to step in and eventually take over the left tackle spot.

Dallas, meanwhile, needs to fill a giant hole on the offensive line left by Zack Martin’s retirement, and Booker seems primed to step up. The Colts are desperate for a defensive game-changer, and Shemar Stewart could be the answer. Over in Atlanta, Matthew Golden might just be the finishing touch for a rising offensive ensemble.

The Cardinals, Bengals, and Seahawks are all focusing on building up their defenses, while the Buccaneers look to the future of their receiving corps—especially with Godwin recovering and Evans not getting any younger.

Denver is hunting for a spark in the run game, and the Steelers’ quarterback quest could land them Jaxson Dart. The Chargers, thanks to Jim Harbaugh’s wishes, reunite with tight end Colston Loveland for a potential playoff push.

Green Bay rarely picks a wide receiver early, but Emeka Egbuka could be the difference-maker for Jordan Love. The Vikings, after suffering nine playoff sacks, are set to call North Dakota State’s Grey Zabel to reinforce their O-line.

Houston takes a flier on the raw but intriguing Burden at receiver, while the Rams would jump at the chance to add Nolen to their already intimidating young defensive line. The Ravens, Detroit, and Washington all make moves to solidify their defenses or add depth to key units.

Buffalo gets a late-round steal in coverage ace Barron, the Chiefs reinforce their line with Donovan Jackson, and the Eagles add some explosion at tight end with Taylor as Dallas Goedert heads into his thirties.

The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up as a wild ride, with plenty of intrigue, high stakes, and a handful of teams ready to bet big on their future stars. Let’s be honest—no amount of mock drafts can prepare us for the chaos once the clock officially starts ticking.