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Trade rumors are flying for the San Francisco 49ers. Would they even consider dealing Brock Purdy? For a look into their future, here is a full seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. Holding a powerful pick, the 49ers have options with their No. 11 selection. The 49ers enter the […]

The Los Angeles Rams under-used one weapon last season and took a big chance on another for the 2025 campaign. But they still have the same aging quarterback. However, head coach Sean McVay poured cold water on the rumor of picking a quarterback for the future in the NFL Draft. Stafford is 37 years old, […]

There are some different directions the Dallas Cowboys can go in the draft. And they might even trade up. But for now, tight end Jake Ferguson came up with a new nickname for Dak Prescott that will catch Kevin Durant’s attenion. The nickname went out through a post on X by Brandon Loree. #Cowboys Jake […]

Many questions follow the Pittsburgh Steelers into the draft. One of them is Shedeur Sanders on their radar? But here is a look at what might happen in a full seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Steelers enter the draft with needs at quarterback, defensive tackle, running back, […]

Will the San Francisco 49ers wheel and deal in the first round of the draft? And will they make the right picks when their turn comes? One prediction has the 49ers making a bold trade to move up to the Raiders’ spot. The 49ers would use the earlier pick to grab Michigan defensive tackle Mason […]

It remains to be seen what direction the Green Bay Packers will take in the draft. But there are some players they should avoid. For a sneak preview of what might happen, here is the Packers’ full seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Packers pick at No. 23 […]

For his soon-to-be-determined future, Shedeur Sanders doesn’t mind a rebuild situation. And he profiles near the top of the 2025 draft class. However, an NFL insider dumped cold water on the Browns or Giants’ link to Sanders, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. A discussion with @tyschmit about some of the potential […]

The Washington Commanders still have room to maneuver their draft position. And they may have their eye on a boom-or-bust edge rusher. For now, here is the Commanders’ full seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. However, the simulator pulled a weird deal. With top-notch edge rusher James Pearce Jr. […]

While the New York Jets are happy about their new coach, the quarterback situation still seems a little murky. And Dan Orlovsky revealed the biggest question about the signing of Justin Fields, according to a post on X by ESPNNFL. Justin Fields has arrived at the New York Jets OTAs @danorlovsky7 wants to see if […]

The Tennessee Titans canceled Shedeur Sanders’ private workout and took a strong stance toward keeping the No. 1 pick. Therefore, an NFL insider confirmed another team would need to make a historic trade offer for them to pass on Cam Ward, according to Sports Illustrated. “Take the Tennessee Titans’ decision to cancel their Wednesday workout […]

When it comes to wheeling and dealing, the Washington Commanders are not a stranger to the process. And they should have their sights set on this player. But if he’s not available, here is the Commanders’ perfect 2025 NFL Draft trade. The Washington Commanders are in a strong position in the 2025 NFL Draft, despite […]

With social media diva Micah Parsons critiquing Shedeur Sanders, and evaluators saying he’s probably overrated, it’s a tough run before Sanders has even entered the league. However, Sanders tied Cam Ward in an eye-opening ESPN draft exercise. Sanders and Ward each hit the top of four categories, according to ESPN’s Matt Bowen. However, Sanders got […]

In the free-agency period, the Washington Commanders made good progress toward the 2025 season — including a pair of key trades. One of those players, Deebo Samuel, got reunited with a Patriots legend, according to a post on X by Mike Reiss. Wes Welker, who was in the news last week as a worthy nominee […]

The offense for the Washington Commanders in 2025 seems to be set. But they still need to work on their defense and must be careful with their first pick. And here are three reasons why Mike Green is the perfect fit for the Commanders in the 2025 NFL Draft. First, there’s a chance Green gets […]

Oh, the quarterback decisions the Pittsburgh Steelers must make. Will they draft one? Will they sign Aaron Rodgers? Regardless of that drama, here are three players the Steelers must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft. Some weird scenarios could impact the Steelers’ first-round choice. What if quarterback Shedeur Sanders falls to No. 21? Yes, the […]

After the Green Bay Packers cleaned house on a player, they went Eagle hunting with the Tush Push as a target. Also, there are three players the Packers must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft. The needs list starts with the wide receiver position. The Packers need an Alpha in that room. They also need […]

When it comes to the 2025 NFL Draft, there are players the Kansas City Chiefs should target. And there are a few they should avoid. But the team took a step toward strengthening the roster by adding depth with an ex-Raiders defensive lineman. The Chiefs added third-year player Janarius Robinson, according to a pair of […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are searching for answers after the Super Bowl embarrassment. Maybe they can find something at the end of April? Regardless, here are three players the Chiefs must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Chiefs must wait until pick No. 31 in the first round. Then they need to go about […]

Things are looking okay for the Seattle Seahawks at the wide receiver position. But there are problems the team must fix. Meanwhile, head coach Mike Macdonald revealed what DeMarcus Lawrence brings to the Seahawks, according to nbcsports.com. Lawrence spent 11 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys before signing with the Seahawks this offseason. “I think he […]

Will the New England Patriots play wait and hope? Or will they be aggressive and make a trade? Regardless, here are three players the Patriots must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Patriots hold a key card with the No. 4 overall pick. If things go according to the expected path, the Titans will […]

The Cleveland Browns kept their main man on the defensive side of the football. And there’s talk they could consider a quarterback at No. 2 in the draft. However, Dan Orlovsky said he envisions Travis Hunter joining forces with Kirk Cousins in Cleveland. Orlovsky said Cousins will land in Cleveland, according to a post on […]

The Washington Commanders offense will have a different look in 2025. And quarterback Jayden Daniels has a chance to improve on his tremendous rookie season. Looking forward, here are three players the Commanders must avoid in the 2025 NFL Draft. Washington enters the picking fray with specific needs at four positions. The Commanders need a […]

Several NFL teams showed interest in trading for quarterback Joe Milton III, but the Patriots chose to take the Dallas Cowboys offer because that’s where Milton wanted to go. And now the new Dak Prescott backup is living the dream after the Patriots trade, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz. New #Cowboys […]

By many accounts, the Washington Commanders did well during the free-agency rush. And they will soon have an opportunity to follow up with a good draft. The Commanders have even drawn an Eagles comparison, but there’s a fear connected to it. NFL executives weighed in on their thoughts on offseason activity, according to nytimes.com. And […]

The main focus for the Dallas Cowboys right now is getting Micah Parsons under a long-term contract. And Jerry Jones is pitching into the fray. But looking forward, the Cowboys have been urged to draft a Texas star with 4.2 speed, according to espn.com. On its “prospect to fill a need outside Round 1” list, […]

The Houston Texans paid attention to their defense, signing Danielle Hunter to big money. And they traded for C.J. Gardner-Johnson. So what will their seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft look like, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator? Heading toward the 2025 season, the Texans have high hopes of being in the Super Bowl conversation. […]

The Denver Broncos scored a free-agency hit with Dre Greenlaw, but do they still need to shape the roster with more moves? Moving forward, here is a seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. After a 10-7 season that netted a playoff berth, the Broncos want to take the next […]

Once a person gets past the laughable trade proposal by ESPN, the focus can settle on the Dallas Cowboys signing of Micah Parsons. And Brian Schottenheimer revealed Parsons’ message to the Cowboys amid the contract talks, according to a post on X by Jon Machota. “I feel very comfortable,” Schottenheimer said. “Micah said he’s going […]

The Minnesota Vikings had a home for Jonathan Allen, but will the same be true for Aaron Rodgers? And what impact would it have on the draft? Regardless, here is the Vikings’ seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. The Vikings have enjoyed a good offseason. If they hit the […]

While the Chicago Bears bask in the afterglow of their offseason thus far, they have their sights set on a running back in the draft. Also, they have targeted changes for Caleb Williams in the hopes of spurring a breakout season, according to a post on X by Courtney Cronin. The Bears will begin their […]

Discussing his No. 2 overall pick philosophy, Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam also admitted his whiff on the Deshaun Watson trade. Meanwhile, Kevin Stefanski had an eye-opening Shedeur Sanders take that could be a hint at the Browns’ NFL Draft plans, according to a post on X by Daniel Oyefusi. Browns HC Kevin Stefanski on […]

It’s a knee-deep mess for the Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson, despite the coach’s message. And the Bengals still need to shake up the defensive roster. To help with that, here is a seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. The Bengals barely missed the playoffs last season despite putting […]

The Baltimore Ravens gave John Harbaugh an extension, and he will have to deal with the headache that Justin Tucker has become. But he will also look forward, and here is the Ravens’ seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. The Ravens plan to be in the Super Bowl conversation […]

What are the New York Giants doing at the quarterback position? And will they draft another one? For now, Jameis Winston shrugged off the Giants’ free-agency move to get Russell Wilson, according to a post on X by Mike Garafolo. Jameis Winston on whether he knew another QB would be added by the #Giants after […]

A Los Angeles Chargers running back put his former team on blast while his new team may be checking out the wide receiver market in a few weeks. And here is the Chargers’ seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Focus simulator. The Chargers enter the draft with high hopes for the […]

Will Justin Fields end the New York Jets’ need for a quarterback? Or will the team seek an insurance policy in the draft? Maybe the owner knows, but Woody Johnson has been busy calling out a “totally bogus” NFLPA report card grade, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov. #Jets owner Woody Johnson […]

What draft direction the Kansas City Chiefs will go is up in the air. They pick late but could have a standout player fall their way. However, here are the three best players the Chiefs should target with their 2025 NFL Draft first-round pick. As usual, the Chiefs entered the offseason with one of the […]

Oh, how the rumors swirl at pick No. 2. Will the Cleveland Browns get too desperate for a quarterback? Or will they settle for the best player on the board? Well, here’s what the Pro Football Focus simulator dealt the Browns in a seven-round 2025 NFL mock draft. Cleveland must wait on the Tennessee Titans […]

Draft-stock questions arose about the injury situation for Penn State’s Abdul Carter. And his Pro Day decision factored into the equation. Also, Carter met with an NFL team before his Pro Day, according to a post on X by Adam Schefter. “Ahead of Penn State’s Pro Day today, Abdul Carter had dinner last night in […]