Welcome to LWOSports’ first NFL mock draft of the 2024 NFL offseason. With the college football season and NFL playoffs soon wrapping up, it’s a great time to get to know some of the names that will be called in Green Bay this April. Much will change until then through cuts and free agency, but as of late January, this is an accurate depiction of what could go down this draft. NFL offseason content will continue to get pumped out over the next several months, which you can check out on my author profile HERE. Without further ado, let’s get into it.
2025 NFL Mock Draft – 1.0
1. Tennessee Titans
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
While Shedeur Sanders might not be the typical first-overall quarterback found in many draft classes, he’s extremely accurate and poised in the pocket. Tennessee’s situation plays into this. With Brian Callahan possibly being on the hot seat going into year two, he gets a quarterback that if developed properly, could sustain his time in Nashville.
2. Cleveland Browns
Travis Hunter, ATH, Colorado
Per usual, the quarterback situation in Cleveland is shaky. However, with the 2025 class being subpar in that position, the Browns opt for the unquestioned best player in the draft in Travis Hunter. He’ll excel at either cornerback or receiver, but with Greg Newsome’s II pending free agency, signs point to cornerback.
3. New York Giants
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
With Brian Daboll’s tenure down to 2025, he’ll likely opt for a quarterback in free agency. New York’s offensive line has continued to play poorly and day-one starter Will Campbell could fix that. Whether the former five-star freshman starter begins his career at guard or tackle, he’ll be a significant individual upgrade.
4. New England Patriots
Abdul Carter, EDGE, PSU
The New England Patriots stand pat and end up with the best defensive lineman in the entire draft. Abdul Carter is set to make a major impact in his rookie year after an absolutely dominant junior year. 13 sacks and a 92.2 pass-rush grade in 2024 will translate instantly. New England gets their edge rusher of the future.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars
Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
Although Jacksonville has a great pair of edge rushers, their defensive line still struggled over the season to generate consistent pressure and stuff the run. While they did make significant investments in the defensive tackle spot using 2nd and 3rd-round picks in 2023, General Manager Trent Baalke makes an exception in Graham, whose first step and general explosiveness are unrivaled among his position.
6. Las Vegas Raiders
Cam Ward, QB, Miami
While the general manager and head coaching positions remain currently unfilled, Las Vegas takes a stab at a guy who could end up being the franchise quarterback. While Cam Ward has electric talent, whoever drafts him will need to fix his hero-ball mentality and somewhat spotty accuracy. If the right offensive mind comes to Vegas, Ward could end up being a star in this league.
7. New York Jets
Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
Before the quarterback question is addressed, the Jets have to figure out how he’ll be protected. With Tyron Smith and Morgan Moses both aging and set to hit free agency, the only starting-level tackle on the team will be second-year player Olu Fashanu. In Kevin Banks Jr., the Jets get a prospect with long reach and great athleticism, who projects to be a starter for a long time in this league.
8. Carolina Panthers
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Will Johnson, the draft’s top cornerback prospect slips a bit in this mock. He’s got excellent ball skills and a modern frame for the position, at 6’2 and more than 200 pounds. Though he does have slight speed concerns, he still projects as a CB1 for many years. A duo of him and a healthy Jaycee Horn is nothing for opposing receivers to scoff at.
9. New Orleans Saints
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
With all the injuries at the receiver position, New Orleans desperately needs some stability. Major durability issues for both Chris Olave and Rasheed Shahid should make this an easy selection. At 6’5 215, Tetairoa McMillan has all the size you want for a physical receiver but is surprisingly elusive after the catch. If Olave can stay healthy, they’d complement each other very well.
10. Chicago Bears
Josh Simmons, OT, OSU
Chicago’s offensive line did no favors for Caleb Williams in 2o24. If the Bears want to start developing Williams properly, protection is the first step. Though Josh Simmons might not be healthy to start week one due to a torn ACL, he showed major promise before his injury. His combination of strength and elite foot speed should prepare him to deal with a variety of different edge rushers, making him an incredibly valuable prospect.
11. San Fransisco 49ers
Mykel Williams, EDGE, OSU
Williams was projected as a top pick coming into 2025 but slipped a bit due to a slight lack of production this season. Still, Mykel Williams showed flashes of stardom and played his best against top competition Kelvin Banks Jr. and Cameron Williams from Texas. He sets a hard edge in the run game and could develop into a top pass rusher. In this scenario, Williams figures to be the long-term edge complement to Nick Bosa.
12. Dallas Cowboys
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
It really is a perfect fit. No other team has a bigger hole at running back with Rico Dowdle set to hit free agency. Dak Prescott has always been best with a quality running game and Ashton Jeanty can provide that — even without running behind a great offensive line. His contact balance is unmatched and he’s built to carry the entire rushing attack of any team that drafts him.
13. Miami Dolphins
Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
Due to vast investments made across the Dolphins’ defense, Miami will likely be forced to let one of their top defenders walk in Jevon Holland. Though safeties aren’t typically drafted high, an exception can be made for Malaki Starks. He has similar elite ball skills as Holland and can play free safety, strong safety, and in the nickel. In this scenario, the Dolphins get a perfect replacement for their departing secondary member.
14. Indianapolis Colts
Tyler Warren, TE, PSU
It’s no secret quarterback Anthony Richardson struggles with accuracy. While they’ve already made significant investments in their receiving corp, tight-end is severely lacking. Giving Anthony Richardson a tight end like Warren, who’s as great of a receiver as a blocker, would be a massive help. Tyler Warren’s run-after-catch ability makes him a perfect safety blanket for Anthony Richardson, who could continue developing as a thrower with Warren on the field.
15. Atlanta Falcons
James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee
Tennessee’s top defender had a slightly underwhelming 2024 season but he was still able to showcase his dominance at times. He posted an unbelievable 22.7% pass-rush win rate and a nearly equally impressive 10.1% run-stop rate, both well above the average in each category. Atlanta badly needs pass-rush help, as Matthew Judon didn’t end up being as impactful as previously expected.
16. Arizona Cardinals
Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia
As offenses were so concerned about teammate Mykel Williams, Jalon Walker burst on the scene, arguably having a more impressive 2024 than his more highly-touted running mate. Jalon Walker’s explosive athleticism, specifically his lateral quickness gives him a large chance to be drafted in the top half of the first round, even in a stacked edge class. The Cardinals are another team desperate for pass rush help, since Baron Browning’s acquisition didn’t help much and B.J. Ojulari’s inability to stay healthy since getting drafted in 2023.
17. Cincinnati Bengals
Jack Sawyer, EDGE, OSU
Edge players continue flying off the board in this scenario. The Bengals’ defense had issues all over the field, but many of them stem from a lack of pass rush outside of Trey Hendrickson, who’s set to leave in free agency. First-round pick Myles Murphy has yet to make an impact and time is running out. To get the most out of their Super Bowl window, pass rush has to be a priority. Jack Sawyer has only played better as the games have gotten more important. He’s gotten better every year and should provide a nice pass-rush boost wherever he goes.
18. Seattle Seahawks
Tyler Booker, G, Alabama
As it currently stands, Seattle doesn’t have one guard playing at an above-average level. Both Anthony Bradford and Laken Tomlinson were big issues on the offensive line and it showed the later the season progressed. It seems like Head Coach Mike Macdonald wants to be a run-first football team, but he has to continue building the interior offensive line. Tyler Booker has a powerful frame and tons of experience playing top SEC ball. He should start immediately at right guard.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Emeka Egbuka, WR, OSU
Long-time slot receiver Chris Godwin is expected to test the market this free agency and will likely demand somewhere around 24 million a year. It’s a lot of money to spend on a soon-to-be 29-year-old receiver coming serious leg injury. In Egbuka, the Buccaneers get a cheap, younger replacement that can already do much of what Godwin is great at. He gets open easily with quick releases and has extremely reliable hands.
20. Denver Broncos
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
A second tight end lands in Denver in this scenario. While there are a couple of intriguing receiver options available, Denver should feel good about what they have. Courtland Sutton is a solidified WR1, plus Marvin Mims Jr., Devaughn Vele, and Troy Franklin are all young receivers still growing into their roles. Bo Nix played some of his best college ball when he had a dominant tight end lined up alongside him. Colston Loveland can certainly fulfill that, as he moves more like a receiver than a tight end with impressive vertical speed.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
With or without George Pickens, the Pittsburgh Steelers desperately need help at the receiver spot. In the modern NFL, dominant offenses often have two WR1 caliber pass catchers and with all the Pickens drama, one could argue the Steelers have none. Luther Burden III profiles similarly to Jordan Addison, in ways of playmaking and acceleration. He could be productive immediately with the right quarterback.
22. Los Angeles Chargers
Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan
Jim Harbaugh was somehow able to turn the Chargers into a decent run-stuffing team, ranking 14th in the league. He somehow accomplished this with a defensive line of relatively unknown players. Harbaugh wants to build up the trenches most importantly, and his former player Kenneth Grant, will do just that for him. Grant was one of the best run stuffers in the nation and would bolster the Chargers defensive line tomorrow.
23. Green Bay Packers
Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
The fighting Irish have been playing without one of their top cornerbacks Benjamin Morrison, who isn’t the fastest or biggest guy but is a guy who excels in coverage and can read the quarterback extremely well. A hip injury has kept him out since October, but he figures to be healthy come the 2025 season. The Packers will likely be searching for help at the position with Jaire Alexander’s unsure future and Eric Stokes set to be a free agent.
24. Minnesota Vikings
Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
While this pick may look surprising now, it could very well happen. The Vikings have an extremely balanced roster, though it was obvious they were missing a real, three-down running back. Aaron Jones certainly looked good but isn’t getting any better at this stage of his career. Omarion Hampton’s blend of speed, build, and run style make him the obvious RB2 and a huge asset for a young quarterback in J.J. McCarthy.
25. Houston Texans
Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
Houston’s defense is filling out very nicely due to excellent roster management from Nick Caserio. The one hole on the defense? Defensive tackle. They can do much better than the combination of Folorunso Fatukasi, Tim Settle, and Mario Edwards Jr. Adding Derrick Harmon will provide an increased level of interior pressure with a much higher ceiling. Any way he can free up Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter will terrify opposing offenses.
26. Los Angeles Rams
Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
The Rams’ top priority has to be keeping Matthew Stafford upright since when healthy, he’s still proven to be one of the best quarterbacks in the league. With it being likely that left tackle Alaric Jackson leaves for a payday elsewhere, General Manager Les Snead should be looking to upgrade the position. At 6’6 and 330 pounds, he has surprising movement skills while showcasing impressive power.
27. Detroit Lions
Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
Although the defensive line is a strong suit for Detroit, when you take a second look at who’s under contract it may make sense to make an addition here. D.J. Reader is only under contract for one more year and he’ll likely ask for a large contract at 31 years old. With Levi Onwuzurike set to hit free agency as well, their depth won’t be the same as it was in 2o24. Scouts rave about Walter Nolen’s dynamic athleticism and range of pass-rush moves, which should make him Alim McNeil’s long-term partner at the position.
28. Baltimore Ravens
Nic Scourton, DE, Texas A&M
Nic Scourton’s slide ends at 28 to Baltimore. He’s simply too good to pass up on here, who uses his long arms power to consistently collapse the opposing quarterback’s pocket. While his stats may not be extremely impressive, his overall impact on the game can’t be disputed. Here, Scruton and Nnamdi Madibuke create a dominant Aggie wall for years to come in Baltimore.
29. Washington Commanders
Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
Get ready to be familiar with Marshall edge rusher Mike Green. He racked up 17 sacks this year with a total of 34 hurries. His 21% pass rush win rate is among the best in the nation and is so dominant that one can look past playing in inferior competition. The pre-draft process will be huge for Green. If he shows out, he could end up going much higher than 29. The Commanders need pass-rush help desperately to compliment their incredible interior.
30. Buffalo Bills
Shavon Revel, CB, ECU
Before Shavon Revel tore his ACL in September, he was looking like one of the top defensive prospects of the entire draft. Speed was one of his biggest strengths before the injury, as he was able to accelerate quickly, not letting receivers take the top off the defense. Add a natural feel for route combinations and the Bills have a potential CB1 in the waiting with Rasul Douglas likely leaving in free agency.
31. Philadelphia Eagles
Shemar Stewart, DE, Texas A&M
One thing is for certain: the Philadelphia Eagles love drafting defensive linemen whether they have an excuse or not. Now, they do with Milton Williams and Brandon Graham set to depart in free agency and retirement respectively. Their defensive line is at its best with a complimentary third lineman to Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter. Shamar Stewart is a dominant run-stuffer with a variety of pass-rush moves. In this scenario, he’d play a meaningful rotational role on the defensive line.
32. Kansas City Chiefs
Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon
It’s no secret the Chiefs badly need offensive line help. Whether it’s been Wanya Morris, Kingsley Suamataia, or D.J. Humphries, they’ve been unable to find the answer. Joe Thuney has tried his best at the spot and while solid, he’s best at guard. In Josh Connerly Jr., the Chiefs get their potential left tackle of the future. He’s got ideal length and movement skills, two particularly important traits for a modern tackle. He played his best against top competition and could start immediately.
