As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, teams are positioning themselves with varying levels of draft capital, ranging from stockpiled war chests to notably thin collections. Based on the latest breakdown, here’s how all 32 teams stack up heading into the selection weekend:
Top of the Board: Most Draft Picks
Two franchises are tied for the most draft picks in 2025, boasting an impressive 11 selections each:
- Baltimore Ravens: Known for excelling in the draft, Baltimore has one of the most balanced spreads across all seven rounds, including multiple picks in Rounds 4 and 6.
- San Francisco 49ers: Another draft-savvy franchise, the 49ers hold extra capital in Rounds 3 and 4, positioning themselves to reload their already strong roster.
Right behind them are four teams with 10 picks apiece:
- Miami Dolphins
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Cleveland Browns
- Los Angeles Chargers Each of these clubs holds multiple mid-to-late round selections, which could be key for filling depth or moving up the board.
Solid Draft Ammo: 9 Picks
Four more teams come in with 9 selections, providing flexibility and potential trade leverage:
- Buffalo Bills
- Dallas Cowboys
- New Orleans Saints
- Las Vegas Raiders
- New England Patriots
- Carolina Panthers
These teams have some combination of compensatory picks or traded assets to bulk up their draft allotments.
Middle of the Pack: 7–8 Picks
A large group sits in the 7–8 pick range, which is roughly average. Notable among these:
- Los Angeles Rams, Kansas City Chiefs, Tennessee Titans, and Green Bay Packers all have 8 picks and could maneuver on Day 2 or 3.
- Teams like the Indianapolis Colts, Detroit Lions, and Houston Texans are slightly below average with 7 picks but still well-positioned to grab contributors.
Light on Ammo: 5–6 Picks
The Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos, and Arizona Cardinals all hold just 6 picks, reducing their margin for error in hitting on prospects. Even lighter are:
- Washington Commanders and Atlanta Falcons, each with just 5 total selections.
- At the very bottom are the Minnesota Vikings, holding only 4 picks, making them one of the most intriguing teams to watch — they may be a strong trade-up candidate or need to prioritize undrafted free agents.
Draft Strategy Implications
- Trade-Up Candidates: Teams with extra picks (Ravens, 49ers, Dolphins) could look to climb the board for premium talent.
- Rebuild Mode: Franchises like the Panthers and Patriots could benefit from their 9 picks to build long-term rosters.
- Aggressive Moves Coming?: The Vikings, with just 4 picks, may feel pressure to make bold trades or swing for high-upside players.
With the draft just around the corner, front offices are finalizing their boards and scenarios. One thing is clear: teams with more darts to throw stand a better chance of hitting the bullseye.
