2025 NFL Mock Draft – Round 1 (17-32) – Charlie Campbell

The Browns could use more youth on the inside of their line.

Williams flashed interior rush ability in 2021 when he had five sacks and 16 tackles. In 2023, he played solid football, recording 54 tackles, three sacks and five passes defended. Williams (6-2, 290) made a number of impressive plays against Notre Dame, getting the better of left tackle Joe Alt.

The Cowboys add an interior rusher to go with Mazi Smith.

Sanders broke out in 2023 with 43 tackles, 4.5 sacks and four passes batted. The 6-foot-5, 295-pounder has excellent size with upside to develop. Team sources said Sanders jumped out to them as a player to watch for the 2024 season.

Seattle could use more offensive line talent.

Banks played well as the starting left tackle for the Longhorns in 2023 and as a freshman in 2022. At 6-foot-4, 324 pounds, Banks has adequate size, but some might view him as having more of a guard-type body – depending on how long his arms are.

The Rams could pick up some young offensive line talent from the 2025 NFL Draft.

Greene was Georgia’s starter at left tackle in 2023 and played well. The 6-foot-4, 320-pounder fits with some other Bulldogs left tackles who have not been typical edge protectors in terms of size, but he is strong and athletic.

By the time of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Jets might be looking for tight end weapon.

Michigan had more experienced tight ends, but Loveland was so good he forced his way onto the field. In 2023, he caught 45 passes for 649 yards and four touchdowns. The 6-foot-5, 245-pounder is capable of producing more if he played in a passing offense. Loveland has the potential to be a riser.

Green Bay could consider adding more cornerback talent to go with Jaire Alexander.

Williams notched 30 tackles, one pass batted and three interceptions in 2023. As his experience grows, Williams (6-0, 182) could be a riser.

The Falcons could use a corner to pair with A.J. Terrell.

In 2023, Burke totaled 24 tackles, an interception and eight passes defended. He recorded 34 tackles and five breakups in 2022. At 6-foot-1, 190 pounds, Burke has NFL size, but he has some technique issues that he needs to clean up.

The Texans could use more youth on the interior of their defensive line.

Alexander totaled 47 tackles, 1.5 sacks and two passes batted for USC in 2023. In 2022, he played with Georgia as a backup and recorded nine tackles, two sacks and two passes batted. Alexander (6-3, 300) has a good skill set with upside.

If Trenton Simpson doesn’t lock down a starting spot as a replacement for Patrick Queen, the Ravens could look for a linebacker to pair with Roquan Smith.

Stutsman (6-4, 241) is a tough linebacker for the Sooners, making a lot of tackles and some splash plays for his defense. In 2023, he totaled 104 tackles, three sacks, an interception, two forced fumbles and three passes defended. In 2022, he recorded 124 tackles, three sacks, two interceptions and five passes broken up. Team sources said Stutsman is very athletic, very fast and very instinctive. They stated they felt he has good size and length, but lacks ideal strength and physicality. They called Stutsman a less strong, more finesse version of Pete Werner.

The 49ers grab some linebacker youth.

Carter notched 49 tackles, 4.5 sacks, five passes defended and one interception in 2023. In 2022, he made his presence felt as a freshman with 56 tackles, 6.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and four passes defended. The 6-foot-3, 250-pounder has quickness.

Christian Wilkins is in Las Vegas, and Miami needs a true replacement for him.

It took time for Grant to work his way onto the field behind Kris Jenkins. However, Grant really flashed as a sophomore. In 2023, Grant put up 29 tackles, four passes batted, 3.5 sacks and an interception in backup duty. The 6-foot-3, 339-pounder has a good skill set with big-time upside.

The Bills add a safety to pair with Cole Bishop.

In 2023, Starks racked up 52 tackles, three interceptions and seven passes defended. He recorded 69 tackles, two picks and seven breakups in 2022. The 6-foot-1, 205-pounder’s size gives him versatility.

The Lions signed Marcus Davenport and have Josh Paschal to rotate in, but they could consider adding another edge rusher to go with Aidan Hutchinson.

The 6-foot-7, 280-pound Jackson is strong at the point of attack with good length to keep blockers from getting into his chest. In 2023, Jackson recorded 44 tackles, 6.5 sacks and a pass broken up. He has upside and could emerge as a nice prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Chiefs could be looking for more cornerback talent to go with Trent McDuffie via the 2025 NFL Draft.

Everette has a good skill set and a ton of upside to develop as he gains experience. In 2023, the sophomore corner played well for the Bulldogs, registering 29 tackles and five passes broken up. The 6-foot-1, 190-pounder could take over as Georgia’s No. 1 corner in 2024.

The Eagles need multiple young defensive end talents.

Burke played well in 2023, recording 41 tackles, one forced fumble and 5.5 sacks. He ate up the Alabama offensive line in Week 2. The 6-foot-6, 257-pounder has upside to grow as he gains experience.

The Bengals could add some young corner talent next year via the 2025 NFL Draft.

Styles has flashed real ability and a special skill set that could lead to him being an impactful pro player. In 2023, he recorded 53 tackles, two sacks and one pass batted, plus he was very good in pass coverage. The 6-foot-4, 230-pounder is a big safety who moves like a smaller player. He could turn into a special prospect prior to the 2025 NFL Draft.