As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, Sports Cast contributor Byron Jones has released his final mock draft—and it’s turning heads. Packed with bold predictions and standout talent, Jones’ mock offers a glimpse at the future of pro football, featuring a mix of rising quarterbacks, dominant defenders, and electric offensive playmakers.
Top 10 Breakdown
- Tennessee Titans – Cam Ward, QB, Miami
The Titans look to reboot their offense with the explosive Cam Ward, hoping he becomes their long-term answer under center. - Cleveland Browns – Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Cleveland gambles on versatility, snagging the two-way phenom who can dominate on both sides of the ball. - New York Giants – Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Carter brings elite pass-rushing ability, offering much-needed disruption for the Giants’ defense. - New England Patriots – Will Campbell, OT, LSU
A foundational piece for a rebuilding offensive line, Campbell offers strength and consistency. - Jacksonville Jaguars – Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
The Jags add a powerful interior defender to bolster their front seven. - Las Vegas Raiders – Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
A shocker pick early, but Jeanty’s explosiveness gives Vegas a new offensive identity. - New York Jets – Armand Membou, OT, Missouri
Protecting the quarterback remains priority No. 1, and Membou is a safe, athletic pick. - Carolina Panthers – Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
A fierce edge rusher with SEC pedigree, Walker brings energy to Carolina’s defense. - New Orleans Saints – Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
The Saints go all-in on Shedeur, hoping his poise and accuracy translate to the pros. - Chicago Bears – Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Pairing Warren with their young QB gives Chicago a dynamic red-zone threat.
Notable Mid- and Late-Round Highlights
- Pittsburgh Steelers (21st) take Alabama’s dual-threat QB Jalen Milroe, adding a new wrinkle to their offense.
- LA Rams (26th) go offensive line with Oregon’s Josh Conerly, reinforcing pass protection.
- Buffalo Bills (30th) bolster their secondary with Georgia’s Malaki Starks, a hard-hitting safety.
- Philadelphia Eagles (32nd) cap off the round with Walter Nolen, a disruptive DL from Ole Miss.
Observations
- Heavy Michigan Presence: Five Michigan players are featured, showcasing the program’s dominance.
- Texas Talent Pipeline: Texas schools contribute key names like Kelvin Banks, Matthew Golden, and Jahdae Barron.
- Defensive Depth: 17 of the 32 picks are defensive players, indicating this draft may be driven by front-seven and secondary talent.
Byron Jones’ 2025 mock draft embraces unpredictability while highlighting the next wave of NFL stars. Whether it unfolds as predicted or not, one thing’s certain—this draft class is stacked.
