How will your team fare on the first two nights of the 2025 NFL Draft, from the first through the third rounds? The Sporting News once again has you covered tracking all the selections and handing out grades in real time on Thursday and Friday nights.
Although the quarterbacks take center stage again, running backs, wide receivers, offensive tackles and edge rushers are among the loaded positions in this class. That makes for some intriguing and surprising selections after another predictable No. 1 overall pick.
From the top, with the Tennessee Titans tied to taking Miami’s Cam Ward as their new franchise QB, through No. 102 overall, this is your hub for in-depth live reactions for the first through third rounds, grading every team and player fit:
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Round 1
1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami (6-2, 219 pounds)
The Titans got sold on Ward’s strong arm and athleticism giving them the complete package they needed to be their best long-term franchise QB since the late Steve McNair. Ward passed all the pre-draft tests and can thrive soon with some added support under offensive-minded Brian Callahan.
MORE: How Cam Ward went from 0-star recruit to No. 1 overall
2. Jacksonville Jaguars (from Browns): Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado (6-0, 188 pounds)
The Jaguars pulled off the first draft shocker by giving up plenty, including a first-rounder next year, to land Hunter to help them with key needs on both sides of the ball. Hunter will be a key target opposite rising star wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., the team’s first-rounder in 2024. Hunter also will shore up corner opposite Tyson Campbell, helping battle some tough wideouts in the AFC South and beyond. The minus is only for the high cost.
MORE: How Travis Hunter fits in Jaguars’ offense, defense
3. New York Giants: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State (6-3, 250 pounds)
The Giants make it three-for-three for acing the right picks at the right spots. They have some punch in their front seven, but not a dominant, versatile all-around disruptor both in the pass rush and run defense. Carter is a transcendent addition to boost Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux in their 3-4.
4. New England Patriots: Will Campbell, OT, LSU (6-6, 319 pounds)
The Patriots keep up the predictable nature going in a great way, as locking down left tackle pass protection for second-year first-round QB Drake Maye was imperative, even over boosting the pass rush. Campbell will be a decade-long rock who can be a big, experienced asset in run blocking.
5. Cleveland Browns (from Jaguars): Mason Graham, DT, Michigan (6-3, 296 pounds)
The Browns passed on taking Hunter and also didn’t take Shedeur Sanders to fill their void at franchise QB. Instead, after adding a ton of draft capital with the Jaguars trade, end up with a safe, high-motor inside havoc-wreaker to pair with two-time reigning Sporting News Defensive Player of the Year, end Myles Garrett.
MORE: Why did the Browns pass on Travis Hunter?
6. Las Vegas Raiders: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State (5-8, 211 pounds)
The Raiders had to be nervous about being sniped by the Jaguars a pick earlier until that team moved up to No. 2 to get Hunter. That gave Las Vegas a clear shot to fill their much-needed feature-back role to suit the mentality of Pete Carroll and Chip Kelly to better support Geno Smith and the downfield spread passing game.
MORE: Inside Raiders’ RB depth chart with Ashton Jeanty
7. New York Jets: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri (6-4, 332 pounds)
The Jets go back to the position of high need after taking Olu Fashanu at No. 11 overall last year. Membou helps fill a big need at right tackle with his powerful run blocking for a new, more grounded Lions-adjacent offense with Justin Fields and Breece Hall under Tanner Engstrand.
8. Carolina Panthers: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona (6-4, 219. pounds)
The Panthers keep up the momentum of strong picks by getting a great blend of talent and positional need. McMillan is the missing piece in the offense — a true go-to receiver for Bryce Young. His red-zone work and field-stretching ability outside should remind offensive-minded coach Dave Canales of Mike Evans, his former No. 1 in Tampa Bay.
9. New Orleans Saints: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas (6-5, 315 pounds)
Kellen Moore makes a different kind of offensive pick vs. opting for a pass rusher, given there’s more depth at that position vs. a reliable pass-protecting tackle. This might be a mild reach for the Saints, but it fills a key need in their new-look offense with QB uncertainty.
10. Chicago Bears: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan (6-5, 248 pounds)
The Bears were prepared to rev up their 12 personnel with Ben Johnson, but more from a receiving standpoint to boost second-year No. 1 overall QB Caleb Williams, helping Cole Kmet, D.J. Moore, and another 2024 first-rounder, Rome Odunze. The only big question is why they took Loveland over the more dynamic consensus top tight end Tyler Warren.
MORE: Why the Bears surprised with Colston Loveland over Tyler Warren
11. San Francisco 49ers: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia (6-5, 260 pounds)
The 49ers were looking at the best offensive lineman or edge rusher available and with Campbell, Membou, and Banks off the board, it was a lot easier to turn to Williams, the safest, highest-floor pass rusher in this class. Williams is the ideal fit for Robert Saleh to play well off Nick Bosa and provide a big impact right away.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Tyler Booker, G, Alabama (6-5, 321 pounds)
The Cowboys saw venerable future Hall of Fame right guard Zack Martin retire in the offseason. Jerry Jones did not waste time replacing him, getting another early offensive line investment to match left tackle Tyler Guyton and left guard Tyler Smith. It’s not a flashy Cowboys pick that some expected, but it’s a savvy, safe move by Jones for a reliable plug-and-play long-term starter.
13. Miami Dolphins: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan (6-3, 331 pounds)
Grant is a surprising pick, but as with the 49ers, the offensive tackles were gone, so the Dolphins will wait to replace retired Terron Armstead. Grant can eat up a lot of space for Anthony Weaver’s three-man front and also has rare juice for his frame for the inside pass rush. It’s not too shocking he didn’t last long on the board after Graham. He is great support for Zach Sieler.
14. Indianapolis Colts: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State (6-5, 256 pounds)
The Colts should be thrilled about getting their top target at any position, surviving the Bears taking a different tight end four picks earlier. Warren is a great chess piece with more athletic upside for Shane Steichen than his former top Eagles starter, Dallas Goedert. He can complement Indy’s big-play receivers well on short-to-intermediate routes all over the field for either Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones.
15. Atlanta Falcons: Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia (6-1, 243 pounds)
The Falcons also benefit from some teams passing on an elite all-around defensive talent, including two division foes, the Panthers and Saints, in the top 10. He can be their versatile version of Micah Parsons with his explosive pass rush and solid run stopping. He also has great range and speed whether lining up at linebacker or edge.
16. Arizona Cardinals: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss (6-3, 296 pounds)
The Cardinals needed to get the best defensive lineman available for Jonathan Gannon’s four-man front. After seeing the Eagles be so strong inside, Gannon taps into that potential for some massive upside in Nolen. He can blow up a lot of plays in the backfield vs. the run and pass.
17. Cincinnati Bengals: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M (6-5, 267 pounds)
The Bengals maybe got a little aggressive to fill their need for a pass-rushing end as either a contingency for a possible Trey Hendrickson trade or a replacement for Joseph Ossai opposite Hendrickson in the wake of Sam Hubbard’s retirement. But otherwise, this is a great pick for Al Golden given Stewart’s explosive upside for the scheme.
18. Seattle Seahawks: Grey Zabel, G/C, North Dakota State (6-6, 312 pounds)
The Seahawks get a much-needed option to upgrade their interior offensive line. Zabel is a plus tackle-level athlete who can move people out of the way for Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet in the new run-blocking scheme of OC Klint Kubiak.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State (6-1, 202 pounds)
The Buccaneers, as strong NFC contenders, make more of a pick with the future beyond Mike Evans and Chris Godwin in mind, knowing that Jalen McMillan proved he was an impact rising option as a rookie third-rounder. Egbuka fits their offense with Baker Mayfield and will thrive, a la Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but that will be more prevalent in his second season.
MORE: Inside the Bucs’ WR depth chart with Emeka Egbuka
20. Denver Broncos: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas (5-11, 194 pounds)
The Broncos could have chosen to go offense, but with Egbuka off the board, it made sense to land Barron to give them a massive upgrade in slot coverage between ace shutdown corner Pat Surtain II and young playmaker Riley Moss. The best available approach was smart, keeping up their defensive-minded offseason theme.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon (6-3, 310 pounds)
The Steelers had a massive need at quarterback and passed on both Sanders and Jaxson Dart to reach a bit for a second-round player, extending for a need despite the fact Nolen and Grant were well off the board. Harmon gives them a run-stuffing boost, but they have may left more overall impact on the table.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina (6-0, 221 pounds)
There’s nothing wrong with Hampton going in this first-round spot because it’s worthy of his talent, not far behind the complete workhorse package of Jeanty. But it’s kind of surprising for the Chargers to invest further in revamping the backfield again after signing Najee Harris in free agency. That said, Hampton can be a special feature back who adds another key element of explosiveness to a rebooted offense.
23. Green Bay Packers: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas (6-0, 195 pounds)
The Packers didn’t let down Jordan Love by finally breaking their 23-year run of not taking impact wide receivers in the first round. Adding Golden’s speedy deep threat is huge for their young QB, and he can also help clean up their mess for a reliable go-to guy given all their injury issues at the position.
MORE: Matthew Golden gives Packers rare WR pick in front of home crowd
24. Minnesota Vikings: Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State (6-4, 320 pounds)
The Vikings stuck with their guns for an interior offensive lineman even with Booker and Zabel off the board earlier than expected. Jackson is a powerful run blocker with rare athleticism for his size.
25. New York Giants (from Texans): Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss (6-2, 225 pounds)
The Giants took care of getting their defensive superstar in Carter and can still make out with a potential franchise QB after trading up but passing on Sanders. Dart’s big arm and dual-threat ability fit better in Brian Daboll’s offense. Dart also has the mental and physical toughness combination to succeed in New York.
MORE: Why did Giants draft Jaxson Dart over Shedeur Sanders?
26. Atlanta Falcons (from Rams): James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee (6-5, 245 pounds)
The Falcons trading up to get a second impact pass rusher in the first round is intriguing. Atlanta saw a falling star with freakish qualities and had to take the shot for his ceiling at a position of serious need. The cost to get him brings down the grade, but they might have gotten the next Jared Verse here.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia (6-1, 197 pounds)
The Ravens couldn’t let Starks keep falling, as he gives their versatility secondary another big-time rangy playmaker to support Kyle Hamilton much better than fill-in Ar’Darius Washington. This is a terrific pick and yet another shrewd move by Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh.
28. Detroit Lions: Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State (6-2, 334 pounds)
The Lions saw their best interior offensive line targets go between Booker, Zabel, and Jackson so they flipped their focus to the middle of the defensive line. Williams is a quick, compact inside pass rusher with solid early-down work vs. the run to give Aidan Hutchinson much-needed extra support.
29. Washington Commanders: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon (6-5, 311 pounds)
The Commanders could have considered pass rush but instead further shored up their offensive line in front of Jayden Daniels, giving Laremy Tunsil a bookend and a strong run blocker to replace shaky former Chiefs right tackle Andrew Wylie.
30. Buffalo Bills: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky (5-11, 183 pounds)
The Bills waited to further boost their pass rush after adding Joey Bosa, given the positional depth in this draft, so pivoting to the best healthy corner available made sense. Hairston’s speed is evident and he plays bigger than his size, but his real asset to help the Bills’ man coverage is physicality and technique.
31. Philadelphia Eagles (from Chiefs): Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama (6-3, 235 pounds)
The Eagles followed the Ravens’ lead and grabbed a defensive star who should have gone several picks earlier, right after Walker. They seem loaded at linebacker, but there are durability concerns with Nolan Smith and Nakobe Dean, making Campbell a natural upfield burst fit with great cover linebacker Zack Baun. Campbell will be moved around well to provide quick pass-rush impact for Vic Fangio.
32. Kansas City Chiefs (from Eagles): Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State (6-5, 317 pounds)
The Chiefs did sign former 49ers backup Jaylon Moore to address their issue at tackle but they couldn’t pass up a chance to get a second potential starter to upgrade from Jawaan Taylor and Wanya Morris. Moore could end up starting on the right side with Simmons getting groomed and quickly developed for left tackle.
Round 2
33. Cleveland Browns: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA (6-2, 225 pounds)
Schwesinger gives the Browns their missing rangy playmaker who shoots upfield vs. the pass and run as a sure, prolific tackler and also is a natural cover man.
34. Houston Texans (from Giants): Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State (6-4, 215 pounds)
The Texans needed to prioritize wide receiver with the outside most in mind with Stefon Diggs gone and Tank Dell’s future in doubt. They ended up with a clone of Nico Collins to put opposite Collins to boost C.J. Stroud well.
35. Seattle Seahawks (from Titans): Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina (6-3, 220 pounds)
The Seahawks get their latest clean up man at the position, making a worthy trade up for a first-round talent in Emmanwori, an excellent all-around presence to give Mike Macdonald his new Kyle Hamilton.
36. Cleveland Browns (from Jaguars): Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State (6-0, 221 pounds)
The Browns get a strong power runner to be their new Nick Chubb as they tap into the power of Columbus in Cleveland. Judkins also has untapped upside as a receiver.
37. Miami Dolphins (from Raiders): Jonah Savaiinaea, G/OT, Arizona (6-4, 324 pounds)
Savaiinaea is a powerful but very nimble run blocker with outside athleticism built to give him an edge inside. He fills a big need for the Dolphins, who still will be in the market for a true tackle later in the draft.
38. New England Patriots: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State (5-10, 202 pounds)
The Patriots make an interesting move to add Henderson not long after extending Rhamondre Stevenson for the return of Josh McDaniels. Henderson will be an explosive runner to take more pressure off Drake Maye and also keep him extra well protected to throw downfield.
39. Chicago Bears (from Panthers): Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri (6-0, 206 pounds)
The Bears add yet another offensive weapon to join Moore and Odunze for Williams after getting Loveland for Johnson’s 12 personnel. Burden is a dangerous versatile open-field playmaker who can complement well in 11 personnel with a shot to star in the slot.
40. New Orleans Saints: Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville (6-5, 219 pounds)
The Saints didn’t take Shedeur Sanders in the first round and could have made that pick here. Instead they reach beyond Sanders, Quinn Ewers, Jalen Milroe and others with better production and upside to take a shot on the classic pocket passer with underrated running skills. Kellen Moore’s first QB in New Orleans will have a lot of pressure on him, maybe needing to start right away over Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener with Derek Carr (shoulder) now ailing.
41. Buffalo Bills (from Bears): T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina (6-4, 290 pounds)
The Bills needed to boost their pass-rush rotation to help newcomer Joey Bosa on the edge and were smart to take this versatile inside disruptor. Sanders is a great fit for Sean McDermott, but he may not have been worth an aggressive trade up the board.
42. New York Jets: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU (6-5, 251 pounds)
The Jets go for the son of Hall of Famer Jason, who also played for them in addition to the rival Dolphins. Taylor projects as a busy immediate starter to help Justin Fields in new Lions adjacent offense, with the potential of being their version of Sam LaPorta all over the field to support Garrett Wilson.
43. San Francisco 49ers: Alfred Collins, DT, Texas (6-5, 320 pounds)
The 49ers have made it a point to beef up their defense for Saleh after acing the pick of Mykel Williams. Collins is a pure power and strength prospect who can push blockers out of the way vs. run and pass.
44. Dallas Cowboys: Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College (6-2, 248 pounds)
The Cowboys fill an important need for a pass-rusher with a borderline first-round talent. Ezeiruaku is a sleek, tough presence with high upside. He can be an impact sack artist on passing downs early before settling into a starting job.
45. Indianapolis Colts: J.T. Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State (6-4, 270 pounds)
The Colts also tap into some strong 4-3 talent thinking more about adding unique pass-rush and run-stopping power to better complement Kwity Paye.
46. Los Angeles Rams (from Falcons): Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon (6-5, 247 pounds)
The Rams address their key need to groom a dynamic good-hands recieiving tight end behind Tyler Higbee with a smart intermediate target who gets open in clutch situations through the red zone.
47. Arizona Cardinals: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan (6-2, 202 pounds)
The Cardinals jump on Johnson, who should have gone higher despite of injury concerns with his big frame and shutdown potential ideal to cover top receivers in Jonathan Gannon’s scheme.
48. Houston Texans (from Dolphins): Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota (6-6, 331 pounds)
The Texans have some aging options to start with Laremy Tunsil gone in Cam Robinson and Trent Brown, but Ersery was a worthy stash given his unique blend of power and athleticism in a smooth frame.
49. Cincinnati Bengals: Demetrius Knight Jr., LB, South Carolina (6-2, 245 pounds)
The Bengals score another fine pick for Golden after getting Stewart for the front-sevne pass rush. Knight, no pun intended, is a moveable chess piece who will flat-out make a lot of plays to help Logan Wilson.
50. Seattle Seahawks: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami (6-4, 245 pounds)
The Seahawks needed a big-play receiving element at tight end down the seam and with a red zone knack to suit Klint Kubiak’s new passing offense. Sam Darnold needed someone to help Cooper Kupp and Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Arroyo can either complement or upgrade from Noah Fant.
51. Carolina Panthers (from Broncos): Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M (6-2, 257 pounds)
Scourton should have gone in the first round and the Panthers were smart to recognize a falling star and trade up for him. Scourton is a relentless, tough and explosive pass rusher who can work to be productive right away.
52. Tennessee Titans (from Steelers through Seahawks): Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA (6-3, 259 pounds)
The Titans reached for more of a Day 3 prospect after the trade down at the cost of not getting more help for Ward. Oladejo has some enticing explosive qualities to help them replace Harold Landry but he needs a lot of polish to be trust on the field.
53. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame (6-0, 190 pounds)
This is an absolute steal of a savvy first-round talent who slipped only because of a injury-marred season. Morrison fits the Bucs’ coverage scheme opposite Jamel Dean with his strong technique and knack for making big plays.
54. Green Bay Packers: Anthony Belton, OT, NC State (6-6, 336 pounds)
The Packers were in the market for a developmental tackle. Belton fits that bill with terrific athleticism and strength-related upside that gives him a chance to star inside.
55. Los Angeles Chargers: Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss (6-2, 205 pounds)
The Chargers nailed this pick for Justin Herbert after boosting their running game with Hamption. This was more of a need than a luxury, as Harris gives them a nice-sized outside guy with good red zone sense to play well off ace second-year slot Ladd McConeky.
56. Chicago Bears (from Vikings through Texans and Bills): Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College (6-8, 316 pounds)
Trapillo is a nice addition after the team upgraded the interior big time with Joe Thuney, Drew Dalman and Jonah Jackson. They need to develop a potential left tackle opposite Darnell Wright. Trapillo has unteachable natural size and athleticism built for that position.
57. Detroit Lions (from Rams through Panthers): Tate Ratledge, G, Georgia (6-6, 308 pounds)
The Lions needed to think about the near future inside with Kevin Zeitler gone and Graham Glasgow fading. He is a powerful person-mover with underrated athelticism to get downfield in blocking.
58. Las Vegas Raiders (from Texans): Jack Bech, WR, TCU (6-2, 215 pounds)
The Raiders, after getting Jeanty for the backfield, also invest in an extra tough offensive playmaker for Geno Smith to help replace Davante Adams. Bech is the ideal outside fit to complement Brock Bowers and Jakobi Meyers.
59. Baltimore Ravens: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall (6-3, 251 pounds)
The Ravens pull off another big-time steal for the defenss. This shows they did due diligence on looking into Green’s background to feel comfortable enough with him off the field to take his explosive, productive outside linebacker profile to boost their pass rush on the field.
60. Denver Broncos (from Lions): R.J. Harvey, RB, UCF (5-8, 205 pounds)
The Broncos fill their need for a dynamic runner in the Alvin Kamara speed-quickness-receiving diminutive dasher mold for Sean Payton and Joe Lombardi. Harvey can also be be productive on early downs and will be another key outlet for Bo Nix.
61. Washington Commanders: Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss (6-1, 190 pounds)
Amos is a great value pick to fill a positional need opposite Marshon Lattimore for a big, savvy, technically sound playmaking corer for Dan Quinn.
62. Chicago Bears (from Bills): Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M (6-4, 300 pounds)
Turner is the ideal pick for the Bears to fill a key rotation need for a strong, compact power runner.
63. Kansas City Chiefs: Omarr Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee (6-2, 291 pounds)
The Chiefs needed to develop more of quick, inside pass-rush upside behind Chris Jones. Norman-Lott can be groomed well right next to him.
64. Philadelphia Eagles: Andrew Mukuba, S, Texas (5-11, 186 pounds)
The Eagles needed an upfield thumper to help clean up next to coverage playmaker Reed Blankenship and Mukuba can be a starter for them sooner rather than later.
Round 3
65. New York Giants: Darius Alexander, DT, Toledo (6-4, 304 pounds)
The Giants have taken notice of Alexander’s explosiveness flash on top of stout play vs. the run. He is a solid rotational pick for this spot given his second-round talent.
66. Kansas City Chiefs (from Titans): Ashton Gillotte, EDGE, Louisville (6-3, 264 pounds)
The Chiefs keep working more on their pass-rush reinforcement, this time behind George Karlaftis. Gillotte can be moved around well by Steve Spangulo to get to the QB as a hybrid end/linebacker.
67. Cleveland Browns: Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green (6-3, 241 pounds)
The Browns needed some more receiving help behind Jerry Jeudy and David Njoku and Fannin is a “move” athlete who make big catchs everywhere.
68. Las Vegas Raiders: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State (6-3, 195 pounds)
The Raiders get a speedy, big corner with massive upside who can be developed well for Pete Carroll, who gets the most out of those type ot outside cover men.
69. New England Patriots: Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State (5-11, 190 pounds)
Williams is a dangerous big-play receiver but to keep up that playmaking in the NFL he must
70. Detroit Lions: Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas (6-4, 214 pounds)
There was nothing wrong with the Lions targeting a big body who can line up either inside or outside, but they gave up a lot for a player they could have had in the middle of or late on Day 3. TeSlaa can make big plays but he needs a lot of work on routes and separation.
71. New Orleans Saints: Vernon Broughton, DT, Texas (6-5, 311 pounds)
The Saints needed to make getting more powerful and quick for the pass rush inside. Broughton is a great fit for the new 3-4 base scheme under Brandon Staley.
72. Buffalo Bills (from Bears): Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas (6-7, 281 pounds)
Jackson is a great get for McDermott’s front after Sanders to keep up the early defensive theme of their draft. Jackson is an imposing often freakish Jackson with his size and relentless and also some has potential to slide and disrupt inside.
73. New York Jets: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State (6-1, 197 pounds)
The Jets lost D.J. Reed opposite Sauce Gardner (6-3, 188 pounds) so new defensive-minded coach Aaron Glenn, a former star cornerback, needed to target a corner rather early. They add a little more size to better match Gardner as Thomas also has some shutdown flashes.
74. Denver Broncos (from Panthers): Pat Bryant, WR, Illinois (6-2, 204 pounds)
The Broncos needed some receiving help for Nix behind Courtland Sutton and new tight end Evan Engram, but this is a disappointing selection given Bryant is just a reliable complementary target who should have gone later.
75. San Francisco 49ers: Nick Martin, LB, Oklahoma State (5-11, 221 pounds)
Martin is a natural upfield lienbacker who needs work to put his speed and athleticism together in a role bigger than a blitzer and flashy run stopper. This is a rather big reach but it at least fills a need after losing Dre Greenlaw.
76. Dallas Cowboys: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina (6-2, 193 pounds)
The Cowboys go after some needed depth behind DaRon Bland and recovering Trevon Diggs in a big, smooth corner who got a bad break with a torn ACL to cut short his career with the Pirates. Revel uses his size and physicality well to make plays on the ball.
77. Carolina Panthers (from Falcons through Patriots): Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss (6-5, 255 pounds)
The Panthers were wise to double up on pass-rush help after getting Scourton, too. Umanmielen can be moved around well in the 3-4 base to flat-out get to the quarterback from anywhere.
78. Arizona Cardinals: Jordan Burch, EDGE, Oregon (6-4, 279 pounds)
The Cardinals are smart to keep addressing Gannon’s front with more burst and Burch packs a lot of pop with a powerful frame to think he can hold up as a starter soon.
79. Houston Texans (from Dolphins through Eagles and Commanders): Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State (5-10, 194 pounds)
After taking Noel’s college teammate Higgins to be the ideal outside compement for Collins, the Texans go back to the Cylcones for this slot dynamo, keeping in mind Dell may not be healthy anytime soon for Stroud.
80. Indianapolis Colts: Justin Walley, S, Minnesota (5-10, 190 pounds)
The Colts were in the market for an experienced playmaking safety, which defines Walley, but he’s still rather inconsistent in coverage and isn’t always reliable in run support. This is a head-scratching pick over a player such as Notre Dam’s Xavier Watts.
81. Cincinnati Bengals: Dylan Fairchild, G, Georgia (6-5, 318 pounds)
The Bengals reached a little for some inside pass protection for Joe Burrow as Fairchild still needs to round out his frame to become reliable as an every-down run blocker.
82. Tennessee Titans (from Seahawks): Kevin Winston Jr., S, Penn State (6-1, 215 pounds)
The Titans score a dynamic moveable playmaker to remind them of Kevin Byard as he can cover plenty of ground vs. run and pass.
83. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa (6-1, 224 pounds)
The Steelers still haven’t taken a QB but had to be pleased to get their power back of choice to replace Najee Harris and complement the quick Jaylen Warren. He can have a key early-down
84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State (5-10, 191 pounds)
Parrish gives them a little more cornerback depth behind Dean and now Morrison as inside was also an issue. Parrish is unique because he plays bigger than his size to handle big outside assignments but also can be a natural in the slot.
85. Kansas City Chiefs (from Broncos through Panthers): Nohl Williams, CB, California (6-1, 199 pounds)
The Chiefs keep adding the right defensive depth after addressing edge and tackle. Williams was a worthy trade up for them because of his size, physicality and ballhawking being ideal for Steve Spagnuolo.
86. Los Angeles Chargers: Jamaree Caldwell, DT, Oregon (6-3, 332 pounds)
The Chargers needed to land some developmental pop specific for nose tackle and Caldwell can end up starting in time.
87. Green Bay Packers: Savion Williams, WR, TCU (6-4, 222 pounds)
The Packers have made it a point to give Love more dynamic playmaking beyond Jayden Reed and also some extra speed. Williams brings some size and versatility into the equation all the way through an unique red zone cog.
88. Jacksonville Jaguars (from Vikings): Caleb Ransaw, S, Tulane (5-11, 197 pounds)
The Jaguars make a rather big reach for Ransaw, limited as a hybrid extra linebacker type who needs to develop a lot more in coverage.
89. Jacksonville Jaguars (from Texans): Wyatt Milum, G/OT, West Virginia (6-6, 313 pounds)
Milum can play outside, too, but his athleticism and strong frame makes him a real plus asset as an inside run blocker who can start in time.
90. Los Angeles Rams: Josaiah Stewart, EDGE, Michigan (6-1, 249 pounds)
Stewart plays faster than his running speed. He is relentless and productive and has some untapped burst as the ideal depth pass rusher behind Jared Verse and Byron Young.
91. Baltimore Ravens: Emery Jones Jr., OT, LSU (6-5, 315 pounds)
The Ravens make yet another smart pick to fill a need for a run-blocking right tackle with swing backup potential behind Roger Rosengarten and Ronnie Stanley.
92. Seattle Seahawks (from Lions through Jets and Raiders): Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama (6-2, 217 pounds)
The Seahawks also make a non-Sanders QB pick in going after the dynamic dual threat of Milroe, a lot different than new veteran starter Sam Darnold. Milroe can develop well as a passer in Kubiak’s system and can displace Darnold in the near future.
93. New Orleans Saints (from Commanders): Jonas Sanker, S, Virginia (6-0, 206 pounds)
Sanker is the type of upfield run-support safety the Saints needed next to Tyrann Mathieu so it’s OK that they reached a little to fill a key need for Staley’s defensive overhaul.
94. Cleveland Browns (from Bills): Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon (5-11, 205 pounds)
The Browns take a shot for some intirguing rookie support for Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. Gabriel has a great blend of experience, accuracy, intangibles, and athleticism, but his size limits him to being a fearless backup who can develop his high floor.
95. New England Patriots (from Chiefs): Jared Wilson, C, Georgia (6-3, 310 pounds)
The Patriots go after a need inside for a more athletic blocker to lead in front of Maye. Wilson has some dominant characteristics in that capacity.
96. Atlanta Falcons (from Eagles): Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame (6-0, 203 pounds)
The Falcons had to make this move up for the ideal savvy clean-up man who makes plays everywhere inside as the former leader of his college defense. Watts can do plenty behind their revamped pass rush.
97. Houston Texans (compensatory, from Vikings): Jaylin Smith, CB, USC (5-10, 187 pounds)
The Texans needed some cornerback help which makes this pick passable, but they really did reach for an experienced cover man who is likely limited to slot work.
98. Las Vegas Raiders (compensatory, from Dolphins): Caleb Rogers, G, Texas Tech (6-5, 312 pounds)
Rogers is a power-based strong run blocker but was a bit of a reach given his limited athleticism and more of a swing, versatile backup makeup.
99. Las Vegas Raiders (compensatory, from Giants through Texans): Charles Grant, OT, William & Mary (6-5, 311 pounds)
This is a much better developmental offensive line pick for the Raiders because Grant does have high upside as a backup with his size, natural hands and nifty footwork.
100. San Francisco 49ers (compensatory): Upton Stout, S/CB, Western Kentucky (5-8, 181 pounds)
The 49ers get a fun player to help fill a need after losing Talanoa Hufanga in free agency but based on his size, he could have been had later in the draft to maintain their all-defense draft theme. Stout’s last name is misleading as he’s more a speedy cog to cover the middle.
101. Denver Broncos (compensatory, from Rams through Falcons and Eagles): Sai’vion Jones, EDGE, LSU (6-5, 280 pounds)
The Broncos take a long shot on Jones, who must start as a situational pass rusher at first because he is a real work in progress vs. the run.
102. Minnesota Vikings (compensatory, from Lions): Tai Felton, WR, Maryland (6-1, 183 pounds)
The Vikings were reeled into taking Felton’s intriguing speed and quickness as a field stretcher but he needs to serious route-running work to see the field to make an impact anytime soon.
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