CU football standout athlete Travis Hunter flashes a No. 1 with his finger after a win against CSU in the Rocky Mountain Showdown at Canvas Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Collins, Colo.
The NFL Draft is less than two weeks away, and although a lot can change over the coming days, every team still has its own first-rounder. Let us know if you agree or disagree with your team’s choice!
1. Tennessee Titans—QB Cam Ward, Miami
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – NOVEMBER 9: Cam Ward #1 of the Miami Hurricanes warms up prior to the game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium on November 9, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Ward is the closest thing this draft has to a franchise quarterback, and he put on a clinic in his pro day.
2. Cleveland Browns—CB/WR Travis Hunter, Colorado
Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) reacts after a penalty is called during the second quarter against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Hunter is somewhat polarizing as to his true position, but no one can deny his talent.
3. New York Giants—Edge Abdul Carter, Penn State
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Penn State defensive lineman Abdul Carter (DL44) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The Giants passed on Micah Parsons years ago; there is no way they pass on Carter.
4. New England Patriots—OT Will Campbell, LSU
Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU offensive lineman Will Campbell (OL05) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mike Vrabel knows that protecting Drake Maye will be the key to getting the Patriots back to the playoffs.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars—DT Mason Graham, Michigan
Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan defensive lineman Mason Graham (DL11) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
This might be a pick where a team (Chicago?) trades up to get Graham, who is a force on defense.
6. Las Vegas Raiders—RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) reacts after the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Pete Carroll knows he needs a running game if he wants any chance of competing.
7. New York Jets—OT Armand Membou, Missouri
Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; University of Missouri offensive lineman Armand Membou (OL28) answers questions at a press conference during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images
Aaron Glenn saw first-hand the importance of an imposing OL in Detroit.
8. Carolina Panthers—Edge Jalon Walker, Georgia
Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker (LB28) on the SiriusXM radio set during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Expect Carolina to trade out of this spot as a lot of teams are incredibly high on Walker.
9. New Orleans Saints—QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
BOULDER, COLORADO – APRIL 27: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes warms-up prior to their spring game at Folsom Field on April 27, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
Kellen Moore starts his tenure with the Saints getting a young quarterback that he can build around. Deion has already given his blessing which helps too.
10. Chicago Bears—OT Kelvin Banks, Texas
Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas offensive lineman Kelvin Banks (OL01) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ben Johnson knows the only way the Bears win is if they protect Caleb Williams.
11. San Francisco 49ers—DT Derrick Harmon, Oregon
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon defensive lineman Derrick Harmon (DL15) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
San Francisco’s defense needs to get more pressure on the quarterback.
12. Dallas Cowboys—WR Tet MacMillan, Arizona
Nov 30, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (4) against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the Territorial Cup at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
This draft is deep at running back so Jerry takes the top WR off the board to pair with Lamb.
13. Miami Dolphins—CB Will Johnson, Michigan
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (DB17) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images
Miami needs a shutdown CB badly.
14. Indianapolis Colts—TE Tyler Warren, Penn State
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 31: Tyler Warren #44 of the Penn State Nittany Lions catches a pass for a touchdown over Ty Benefield #0 of the Boise State Broncos during the third quarter in the 2024 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 31, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
The Colts have been desperate for a TE ever since Dallas Clark retired.
15. Atlanta Falcons—LB Jihaad Campbell, Alabama
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell (LB05) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Atlanta is ecstatic that Campbell makes it to them at 15.
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart (DL68) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Stewart has a big-time motor and will help improve the Cardinals pass rush dramatically.
17. Cincinnati Bengals—Edge Mike Green, Marshall
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Marshall defensive lineman Mike Green (DL49) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
A definite need pick if Cincinnati has playoff aspirations, as Green can get to the quarterback.
18. Seattle Seahawks—OT Grey Zabel, North Dakota State
Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Dakota State offensive lineman Grey Zabel (OL50) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Seattle continues to reshape its offense adding an OL who has big time upside.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers—S Malaki Starks, Georgia
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia defensive back Malaki Starks (DB50) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Starks can be an impact player in Tampa’s secondary.
20. Denver Broncos—RB Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton (RB09) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
As soon as Dallas decided to pass on Hampton, Sean Payton makes sure to get the player who can spark the Broncos’ run game.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers—QB Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss
MOBILE, ALABAMA – JANUARY 29: Jaxson Dart #2 of Ole Miss during Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium on January 29, 2025 in Mobile, Alabama. (Photo by Derick E. Hingle/Getty Images)
Pittsburgh moves on from the Aaron Rodgers waiting game to take a young QB with mobility and a solid arm.
22. Los Angeles Chargers—TE Colston Loveland, Michigan
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan tight end Colston Loveland (TE15) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images
Jim Harbaugh gets his tight end from Michigan.
23. Green Bay Packers—Edge Mykel Williams, Georgia
Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia defensive lineman Mykel Williams (DL73) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Green Bay needs to improve its pass rush.
24. Minnesota Vikings—S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; South Carolina defensive back Nick Emmanwori (DB40) runs in the 40 yard dash during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
With all the great passing attacks in their division, Minnesota takes a player who could start relatively quickly.
25. Houston Texans—OT Josh Simmons, Ohio State
Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Josh Simmons works out during the pro day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletic Cente on March 26, 2025.
Don’t be surprised to see Houston take as many as three OL in this draft.
26. Los Angeles Rams—WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State wideout Emeka Egbuka (WO12) speaks during a press conference during the 2025 NFL Combine at Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephanie Amador Blondet-Imagn Images
Egbuka gives Matthew Stafford a slot receiver to replace Cooper Kupp.
27. Baltimore Ravens—Edge Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Boston College defensive lineman Donovan Ezeiruaku (DL47) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Baltimore’s pass rush needs an influx of young talent.
28. Detroit Lions—DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan
Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant (DL12) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
In a QB dominated NFC North, Detroit needs to get more pressure on the opposing quarterback.
29. Washington Commanders—DT Walter Nolen, Ole Miss
Feb 26, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Mississippi defensive lineman Walter Nolen (DL23) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Washington needs to replace Jonathan Allen.
30. Buffalo Bills—CB Jahdae Barron, Texas
Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (DB04) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images
Buffalo desperately needs to add a shutdown corner, and Barron is a good one.
31. Kansas City Chiefs—WR Matthew Golden, Texas
Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas wideout Matthew Golden (WO16) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kansas City will be happy to take Golden, but more than likely, they will move down as someone will pay a ransom for him.
32. Philadelphia Eagles—CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Mississippi defensive back Trey Amos (DB03) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Amos could step into Darius Slay’s starting role at corner.
