{"id":5356,"date":"2025-04-28T00:41:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T00:41:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wisdomimbibe.com\/nfl\/?p=5356"},"modified":"2025-04-28T00:41:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T00:41:34","slug":"2025-nfl-draft-team-by-team-player-selections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wisdomimbibe.com\/nfl\/2025-nfl-draft-team-by-team-player-selections\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 NFL Draft: Team-by-Team Player Selections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The 2025 NFL Draft, held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26, was a pivotal event for NFL franchises looking to bolster their rosters with fresh talent. The draft featured 257 selections across seven rounds, with notable trades, surprises, and strategic picks shaping team futures. Below is a comprehensive overview of the players selected by each team, based on available information from the draft coverage, focusing on key picks and trends.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arizona Cardinals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 17<\/strong>: Not specified in available data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Cardinals&#8217; defense was expected to improve with a high-value pick, potentially a cornerback like Will Johnson.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-every-team-s-full-set-of-picks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Atlanta Falcons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 15<\/strong>: Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 26 (from LA Rams)<\/strong>: Pearce, Edge (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 59<\/strong>: Mike Green, Edge, Marshall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 91<\/strong>: Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4<\/strong>: Bowman, S (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Falcons aggressively addressed their pass rush, trading up for Pearce and selecting Walker, a versatile linebacker. They forfeited a fifth-round pick due to an anti-tampering violation.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-final-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Baltimore Ravens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 27<\/strong>: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 41<\/strong>: T.J. Sanders, DL, South Carolina<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5, Pick 141<\/strong>: Carson Vinson, OT, Alabama A&amp;M<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Ravens, with 11 total picks, focused on defensive versatility. Starks adds flexibility to their secondary alongside Kyle Hamilton.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/44731945\/2025-nfl-draft-cheat-sheet-top-prospect-sleepers-fits-picks-rankings-stats-mocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buffalo Bills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 30<\/strong>: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 51<\/strong>: Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&amp;M<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 77<\/strong>: Princely Umanmielen, Edge, Mississippi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 94 (from Bears)<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Hairston\u2019s speed (4.28 40-yard dash) and versatility were highlighted. The Bills traded up in Round 2 for Scourton to bolster their pass rush.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Carolina Panthers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 51 (from Denver)<\/strong>: Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&amp;M<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 77<\/strong>: Princely Umanmielen, Edge, Mississippi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4<\/strong>: Etienne, RB (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5<\/strong>: Ransom, S (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5<\/strong>: Jackson, DL (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Panthers doubled up on edge rushers to address a historically poor pass rush. The selection of Etienne raised questions given recent investments at running back.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-final-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chicago Bears<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 10<\/strong>: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 49<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 81<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4, Pick 119<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5, Pick 153<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 193<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Loveland was chosen over Penn State\u2019s Tyler Warren due to coaching alignment with Jim Harbaugh\u2019s system. The pick signals heavy tight end usage in Ben Johnson\u2019s offense.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cincinnati Bengals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 5 (from Cleveland)<\/strong>: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 33<\/strong>: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 36<\/strong>: Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 67<\/strong>: Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 94<\/strong>: Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Graham, acquired via trade with Jacksonville, pairs with Myles Garrett to strengthen the defensive line. Judkins adds a powerful running back presence.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cleveland Browns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 33<\/strong>: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 36 (from Jaguars)<\/strong>: Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 94<\/strong>: Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5, Pick 144<\/strong>: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Browns shocked many by selecting Sanders in Round 5 after taking Gabriel, ending one of the draft\u2019s biggest storylines. They traded down from Pick 2 to acquire additional capital.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-every-team-s-full-set-of-picks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dallas Cowboys<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 12<\/strong>: Tyler Booker, G, Alabama<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 188<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 7<\/strong>: Not specified (noted for taking a running back).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Booker addresses offensive line needs. The Cowboys, with 10 picks, prioritized depth but faced scrutiny for not addressing running back earlier.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-order-final-2024-regular-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Denver Broncos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Specific picks were not detailed, but the Broncos were projected to target offensive help, potentially a quarterback like Quinn Ewers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Detroit Lions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 28<\/strong>: Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Williams provides a security blanket for the defensive line, with Alim McNeill potentially missing time due to an ACL injury.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Green Bay Packers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 23<\/strong>: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Golden adds a dynamic receiving option to support Green Bay\u2019s passing game.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.in\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Houston Texans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 61<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4, Pick 128 (from Commanders)<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 205<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Texans traded out of the first round, gaining picks from the Giants. They focused on depth after acquiring Laremy Tunsil.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indianapolis Colts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 14<\/strong>: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Warren\u2019s selection aims to bolster the passing game, complementing the Colts\u2019 strong offensive line.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jacksonville Jaguars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 2 (from Cleveland)<\/strong>: Travis Hunter, WR\/CB, Colorado<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4, Pick 126 (from Jaguars)<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Jaguars made a blockbuster trade to secure Hunter, a two-way star expected to play both receiver and cornerback.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com\/nfl\/nfl-draft\/results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/live-2025-nfl-draft-first-round-grades-for-every-team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kansas City Chiefs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 31<\/strong>: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Simmons strengthens the offensive line, protecting Patrick Mahomes. The Chiefs hold the final pick (No. 257).<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/44731945\/2025-nfl-draft-cheat-sheet-top-prospect-sleepers-fits-picks-rankings-stats-mocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.in\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/44731945\/2025-nfl-draft-cheat-sheet-top-prospect-sleepers-fits-picks-rankings-stats-mocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Las Vegas Raiders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 6<\/strong>: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Jeanty, a top-five prospect in some mocks, addresses the Raiders\u2019 need for a dynamic running back.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Los Angeles Chargers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 53<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Chargers, with 10 picks, focused on depth but specific selections were not detailed.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Los Angeles Rams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 46 (from Atlanta)<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Rams traded out of the first round, gaining a 2026 first-rounder from Atlanta.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/en.m.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Miami Dolphins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 13<\/strong>: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 97<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5, Pick 139<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 187<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Grant bolsters the defensive line, addressing immediate needs. The Dolphins have 10 picks but face a bare free-agent market at defensive tackle.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minnesota Vikings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 24<\/strong>: Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Jackson, selected to solidify the interior offensive line, reflects coach Kevin O\u2019Connell\u2019s influence after a playoff loss exposed line weaknesses. The Vikings have only four picks.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft2025\/story\/_\/id\/44785183\/2025-nfl-draft-analysis-every-selection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New England Patriots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 4<\/strong>: Will Campbell, OT, LSU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 25 (from Texans)<\/strong>: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 40<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 71<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 93<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 7, Pick 257<\/strong>: Kobee Minor, DB, Memphis (Mr. Irrelevant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Campbell addresses a glaring need at left tackle, while Dart signals a commitment to developing a young quarterback.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Orleans Saints<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 40<\/strong>: Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Shough\u2019s selection in Round 2 was a surprise, especially with Derek Carr\u2019s injury creating uncertainty at quarterback.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-order-final-2024-regular-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New York Giants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 3<\/strong>: Abdul Carter, Edge, Penn State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 25 (from Houston)<\/strong>: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4<\/strong>: Skattebo, RB, Arizona State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Carter, a top prospect, adds pass-rush prowess. Dart\u2019s selection late in Round 1 addresses the quarterback need, passing on Shedeur Sanders.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/draft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New York Jets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 42<\/strong>: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Taylor adds a reliable target for the passing game. The Jets were projected to target a receiver like Tetairoa McMillan.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-order-final-2024-regular-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Philadelphia Eagles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 29<\/strong>: Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 181<\/strong>: Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Campbell strengthens the linebacker corps. The Eagles traded with the Chiefs, though specific trade details were not provided.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/44731945\/2025-nfl-draft-cheat-sheet-top-prospect-sleepers-fits-picks-rankings-stats-mocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pittsburgh Steelers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 6, Pick 185<\/strong>: Will Howard, QB, Ohio State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The Steelers passed on Sanders and Dart in Round 1, opting for Howard in Round 6, indicating a conservative approach to the quarterback position.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Francisco 49ers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 5<\/strong>: Not specified (forfeited due to payroll accounting error).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: The 49ers, with 11 picks, focused on depth behind Nick Bosa and in the secondary. Specific selections were not detailed.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-order-final-2024-regular-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/draft\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seattle Seahawks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 3, Pick 92<\/strong>: Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Milroe, a third-round pick, adds quarterback depth behind Geno Smith, acquired via trade.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-order-final-2024-regular-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-every-team-s-full-set-of-picks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tampa Bay Buccaneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undrafted Free Agent<\/strong>: Shilo Sanders, S, Colorado<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Shilo Sanders signed as an undrafted free agent, adding depth to the secondary.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tennessee Titans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 1<\/strong>: Cam Ward, QB, Miami<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 35<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4, Pick 103<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5, Pick 141<\/strong>: Not specified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Ward, the consensus top quarterback, was the expected No. 1 pick, aiming to close the AFC gap under coach Brian Callahan.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com\/nfl\/nfl-draft\/results\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/live-2025-nfl-draft-first-round-grades-for-every-team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Washington Commanders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Round 1, Pick 18<\/strong>: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 2, Pick 61<\/strong>: Trey Amos, CB, Mississippi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 4<\/strong>: Lane, WR (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5<\/strong>: Medrano, LB (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Round 5<\/strong>: Croskey-Merritt, RB (specific school not listed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Notable Notes<\/strong>: Conerly provides offensive line depth behind Laremy Tunsil. Amos pairs with Marshon Lattimore to bolster the secondary.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams-on-day-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-final-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Draft Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quarterback Storylines<\/strong>: Only two quarterbacks were selected in Round 1 (Cam Ward and Jaxson Dart), with Shedeur Sanders\u2019 slide to Round 5 (Browns, Pick 144) being the draft\u2019s biggest surprise. Other quarterbacks like Jalen Milroe, Tyler Shough, and Dillon Gabriel went in Rounds 2-3, while Kyle McCord and Will Howard were late-round picks.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/nfl\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-picks-by-team-full-list-of-all-257-picks-plus-every-selection-for-each-of-the-32-clubs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nfl\/live\/2025-nfl-draft-first-round-results-grades-as-cam-ward-goes-no-1-jaguars-trade-up-for-travis-hunter-and-shedeur-sanders-goes-unselected-103034563.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blockbuster Trades<\/strong>: The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to No. 2 for Travis Hunter, sending Picks 5, 36, 136, and a 2026 first-rounder to Cleveland. The Giants and Patriots also traded into the first round for Dart.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/2025_NFL_draft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/live-2025-nfl-draft-first-round-grades-for-every-team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Two-Way Talent<\/strong>: Travis Hunter (Jaguars) was a standout as a potential starter at both cornerback and receiver, drawing comparisons to elite playmakers.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/news\/2025-nfl-draft-bucky-brooks-pick-by-pick-analysis-for-round-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.si.com\/nfl\/live-2025-nfl-draft-first-round-grades-for-every-team\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Depth at Key Positions<\/strong>: The 2025 class offered strong depth at running back, wide receiver, defensive tackle, edge rusher, tight end, and safety, benefiting teams with multiple picks in Rounds 2-4.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.in\/nfl\/story\/_\/id\/44731945\/2025-nfl-draft-cheat-sheet-top-prospect-sleepers-fits-picks-rankings-stats-mocks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>This article provides a snapshot of the 2025 NFL Draft, with some gaps due to incomplete data for later rounds or specific picks. For a full list of all 257 picks, resources like ESPN\u2019s Draftcast or NFL.com\u2019s draft tracker offer detailed insights. The draft set the stage for an exciting 2025 season, with teams like the Titans, Jaguars, and Browns making bold moves to reshape their futures.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nfl\/draft\/teams\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/draft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2025 NFL Draft, held at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26, was a pivotal event for NFL franchises looking to bolster their rosters with fresh talent. The draft featured 257 selections across seven rounds, with notable trades, surprises, and strategic picks shaping team futures. Below is a comprehensive overview of the &#8230; <a title=\"2025 NFL Draft: Team-by-Team Player Selections\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/wisdomimbibe.com\/nfl\/2025-nfl-draft-team-by-team-player-selections\/\" aria-label=\"More on 2025 NFL Draft: Team-by-Team Player Selections\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5357,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[51,682],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/wisdomimbibe.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/NFL-Draft-2025.webp","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":4807,"url":"https:\/\/wisdomimbibe.com\/nfl\/the-real-story-behind-nicole-teppers-involvement-in-panthers-draft-decisions\/","url_meta":{"origin":5356,"position":0},"title":"The Real Story Behind Nicole Tepper\u2019s Involvement in Panthers Draft Decisions","author":"Nitin Singh","date":"July 5, 2024","format":false,"excerpt":"It's a slow week in the NFL, but that doesn't justify creating drama where there is none. 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