2025 NFL mock draft: Two QBs go Top 3 in latest first-round projections

The 2025 NFL Draft is less than a month away, and every team in the league is looking to improve their chances of competing for a Super Bowl title.

Free agency is well underway, and despite most of the top talent already being signed, a few players are still out there looking for homes. Without knowing where they are going to go at this point, now is the time to start focusing on the draft as the main way to improve.

In the first round, there is a lot of intrigue. How many quarterbacks will go in the Top 10? Will Travis Hunter go to a team that is willing to let him play on both sides of the football? Which teams will build through the trenches? A lot needs to be resolved.

With that in mind, here are our latest first-round projections:

1. Tennessee Titans: Cam Ward, QB, Miami

The Tennessee Titans are taking a quarterback first overall, and it certainly looks like Cam Ward is their guy.

2. Cleveland Browns: Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

With Ward off the board, the Cleveland Browns take Abdul Carter, the best player in the draft. The Penn State edge rusher is going to make its mark on the league quickly.

3. New York Giants: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

The New York Giants signed Jameis Winston, but that doesn't stop them from taking Shedeur Sanders as their hopeful franchise quarterback.

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) warms up before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

4. New England Patriots: Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado

Will the New England Patriots use Travis Hunter as a two-way player? We'll find out after they select him fourth overall.

5. Jacksonville Jaguars: Mason Graham, DL, Michigan

The Jacksonville Jaguars select defensive tackle Mason Graham, who could be one of the best players in the draft, at fifth overall.

6. Las Vegas Raiders: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri

The Las Vegas Raiders prioritize the offensive line with the selection of Armand Membou.

7. New York Jets: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

The New York Jets try to give Justin Fields another weapon by taking Tetairoa McMillan.

8. Carolina Panthers: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

The Carolina Panthers add another weapon for quarterback Bryce Young with Penn State tight end Tyler Warren.

9. New Orleans Saints: Will Campbell, OT, LSU

The New Orleans Saints shore up the offensive line with the selection of Will Campbell. They need a lot of help to become a good team again.

Sep 14, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; LSU Tigers offensive tackle Will Campbell (66) warms up before a game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

10. Chicago Bears: Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia

The Chicago Bears select Jalon Walker 10th overall. After overhauling their offensive line this offseason through trades and free agency, drafting an edge rusher makes sense.

11. San Francisco 49ers: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Was 2024 just an unlucky year for the San Francisco 49ers? We'll find out when they add a weapon in Ashton Jeanty at 11th overall.

12. Dallas Cowboys: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan,

The Dallas Cowboys are farther away than some think. Drafting Will Johnson will help their secondary.

13. Miami Dolphins: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

The Miami Dolphins have a lot invested in Tua Tagovailoa. Protecting him should be a top priority, and Kelvin Banks Jr. will help with that.

14. Indianapolis Colts: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

The Indianapolis Colts select Nick Emmanwori to help them in the secondary.

15. Atlanta Falcons: Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M

The Atlanta Falcons have spent a lot of money and draft capital on offense lately. Now, they address their pass rush by selecting Shemar Stewart.

Sep 2, 2023; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Shemar Stewart (4) and New Mexico Lobos running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (5) in action during the first half at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

16. Arizona Cardinals: Jihaad Campbell, LB Alabama

The Arizona Cardinals add a linebacker to improve their defense in Alabama's Jihaad Campbell.

17. Cincinnati Bengals: Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

The Cincinnati Bengals must get their defense to match the offense that Joe Burrow leads. Mykel Williams could be a disruptive pass rusher.

18. Seattle Seahawks: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

The Seattle Seahawks turn to Josh Simmons as they continue to build their offensive line.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers could use some help in the backfield, and Omarion Hampton could be that guy for them as the second running back selected in the first round.

20. Denver Broncos: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

The Denver Broncos select Mike Green to help them with their pass rush.

21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kenneth Grant, DL, Michigan

The Pittsburgh Steelers improve their defensive line by selecting Kenneth Grant.

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS: Michigan tight end Colston Loveland (18) makes a catch against Oregon defensive back Kobe Savage (5) during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

22. Los Angeles Chargers: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

The Los Angeles Chargers are going to do what they can to help Justin Herbert. A tight end like Colston Loveland would bring a great weapon to town.

23. Green Bay Packers: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas

The Green Bay Packers never add skilled offensive players in the first round unless they are franchise QBs. That won't change with cornerback Jahdae Barron being the pick.

24. Minnesota Vikings: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

The Minnesota Vikings are great at drafting and developing wide receivers. Pairing Matthew Golden with Justin Jefferson would be a huge win for quarterback JJ McCarthy.

25. Houston Texans: Tyler Booker, G, Alabama

Adding a good offensive lineman like Tyler Booker could help the Houston Texans take that next step, especially after trading away their best offensive lineman in Laremy Tunsil this offseason.

26. Los Angeles Rams: Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon

The Los Angeles Rams shore up their offensive line with Josh Conerly Jr. With the right moves, this team could be a sleeper for the NFC championship.

27. Baltimore Ravens: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

The Baltimore Ravens need help in their secondary more than any elite team needs help with a specific unit. They address that issue with Malaki Starks.

Dec 7, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Malaki Starks (24) practices before the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

28. Detroit Lions: James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee

Aidan Hutchinson is coming off an injury, and pairing him with James Pearce could give this Detroit Lions pass rush a spark.

29. Washington Commanders: Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State

The Washington Commanders need help on the offensive line for Jayden Daniels, and Grey Zabel could be someone that helps them take a step.

30. Buffalo Bills: Walter Nolen, DL, Ole Miss

The Buffalo Bills could use some help on the defensive line, and drafting Walter Nolen may be a way for them to be stronger on that side of the ball. This team is pushing "Super Bowl caliber" and anything positive could help them get there.

31. Kansas City Chiefs: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota

The Kansas City Chiefs have won three Super Bowls in the last four years, but they are no longer drafting with the ability to take risks. They must address their offensive line, and Aireontae Ersery can help them.

32. Philadelphia Eagles: Derrick Harmon, DL, Oregon

The Philadelphia Eagles select Derrick Harmon to help improve their defensive line. The defending Super Bowl champions could get even stronger here.

This article originally appeared on Bears Wire: 2025 NFL mock draft: QBs go Top 3 in latest first-round projections

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