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The Baltimore Ravens need to sort things out, including a possible extension for a key player. Also, will they seek a tight end in the upcoming draft? While they work on these issues, here is the Ravens’ 2025 NFL mock draft. We used the ESPN simulator, allowing it to pick for the other teams while […]

The Washington Commanders have already made offseason strides. And they could wind up with more wheeling and dealing in the draft. Also, the Commanders are linked to a rising UCLA star linebacker, along with the Bills, according to espn.com. On the list of guys who could get drafted earlier than most observers expect is Carson […]

It hasn’t been much fun for the Washington Commanders’ fans over the last, oh, three decades or so. The franchise has struggled to engage the fan base thanks to poor play, mediocre coaching, and a stadium nobody seems to like. But new owners have taken over, they drafted a new quarterback with the No. 2 […]

It didn’t take long for the Carolina Panthers franchise to earn an NFL playoff berth. They made it to postseason play in the second season of the franchise. These days, they are trying to rebuild the franchise around quarterback Bryce Young and hoping to build on a strong finish to 2024. And there is a somewhat […]

The Washington Commanders have been urged to be aggressive in the draft. As for the Patriots, there seems to be a wide range of outcomes. Those two things could meet in the middle, as an NFL insider suggested an aggressive trade between the Commanders and Patriots. This doesn’t have anything to do with the first […]

There are two questions the Carolina Panthers face in the offseason. Was the strong 2024 finish by quarterback Bryce Young real? And what should they do with the No. 8 overall pick? To get a glimpse of the answer for the latter, here is the Panthers’ 2025 NFL mock draft. We’re using the ESPN mock […]

It seems like the buzz is getting louder for the New England Patriots to pick this lineman at No. 4 overall. Everybody seems to be on the bandwagon. Count ESPN on the list as it says this bold No. 4 pick would match need with value. The Patriots played the 2024 season with one of […]

There is speculation about the Philadelphia Eagles trading Dallas Goedert. Also, they could make a move up or down the draft board. And an NFL insider proposed an intriguing 2025 NFL Draft trade between the Eagles and the Jaguars. The defending Super Bowl champions are trying to reload for a run at another title. How […]

There’s plenty of talk about who the New England Patriots will draft. But there’s one player they might not pass on, if given the chance. However, the Will Campbell buzz got louder with the ESPN mock draft pick. The Patriots have long been rumored to have their eye on the brute-force offensive tackle. And with […]

Folks around the NFL are debating the wisdom of the San Francisco 49ers trading either Brandon Aiyuk or dealing quarterback Brock Purdy. That could weigh heavily on what they do in the draft. And here is the San Francisco 49ers 2025 NFL mock draft. Slotted at No. 11 in the first round, the 49ers have options […]

Depending on who you listen to, the Las Vegas Raiders may be all in on Ashton Jeanty. Or they might be swayed to go with defense. But a scout gave a Marshawn Lynch reason for the first-round pick in the new ESPN mock draft. The Raiders hope to have solved their quarterback need by trading […]

One of the biggest unknowns in the 2025 NFL Draft is what direction the Green Bay Packers will take. Will they get a wide receiver in Round 1? To get an idea, here is the Packers’ 2025 NFL mock draft. We will use the ESPN mock draft simulator to find out what the other teams […]

Rumors are flying about who the Chicago Bears will pick in the first round. Could it be a running back? However, a curveball came in the form of a scout making a shocking pick in ESPN’s new mock draft. With running back Ashton Jeanty off the board, the anonymous scout said the Bears should go […]

The draft is just around the corner, and no team can make concrete plans until the Tennessee Titans make their No. 1 pick. The consensus is quarterback Cam Ward. But would they pull off a surprise? It’s time for the Tennessee Titans 2025 NFL mock draft, using the ESPN NFL Draft simulator. First and foremost, […]

If you’re tired of seeing a brooding Aaron Rodgers, you might like what Ryan Clark had to say. And Rodgers’ chances of joining the Steelers may have lessened. Furthermore, Rodgers left his retirement door open amid his free agency stall. Rodgers said he’s in a different phase of life and doesn’t know how football fits […]

That often tiny Super Bowl window may be closing for the Baltimore Ravens. And if they win this year, Mark Andrews might not get to enjoy it. The Ravens general manager gave a murky update on trade rumors involving the tight end. Ravens GM Eric DeCosta didn’t commit either way when asked about Andrews, according […]

It’s getting close to draft day. Will the Washington Commanders pull off a trade? And will they find late-round sleepers? It’s time to take a look at the Washington Commanders 2025 NFL mock draft, using the ESPN NFL Draft simulator. The Commanders enter the draft with glaring position needs at edge rusher and defensive back. […]

Over the past six years, the Kansas City Chiefs have set themselves among the great NFL dynasties. And their current quarterback is on an all-time great path. So when the time comes to rank the 10 greatest Kansas City Chiefs of all time, recent history will play a major role in the pecking order. One […]

Will the Pittsburgh Steelers wind up with Kirk Cousins? Or will they take a guy like quarterback Kyle McCord in the 2025 NFL Draft? Whatever the case, former Steelers Pro Bowler Ryan Clark said he’s sick of the Aaron Rodgers rumors. Clark laid out his feelings, according to ESPN’s Get Up. “It makes me sick […]

The silver lining for the awful 2024 season came in improvement from Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. Now the team must decide how to approach the 2025 NFL Draft. And the Panthers general manager revealed his stance on a potential trade for the No. 8 overall pick, according to a post on X by Ian […]

As April winds down, the Dallas Cowboys have their eyes on the No. 12 overall pick in the draft. And they’ve got Micah Parsons in the offseason program. However, Dak Prescott finally broke his silence on the Cowboys’ contract talks with Parsons. Prescott has a good perspective because he did this same dance with the […]

Oh, those poor New Orleans Saints and the injury problem of Derek Carr. Would this give them the incentive to tank for a future star? Or would their radar lead them to a rising quarterback prospect, Tyler Shough, who is “better than Cam Ward?” That’s the rumor floated, according to Dianna Russini on Scoop City’s […]

While Rich Eisen became silly and begged the Dallas Cowboys to trade up for Travis Hunter, the NFC East team may have its eyes on a different skill player. And from another angle, Ashton Jeanty gave Kay Adams the inside scoop on a meeting with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, according to a post on X. […]

It’s looking like the Cleveland Browns should pass on Shedeur Sanders. But that doesn’t mean they should stop hunting a quarterback. And in an ESPN mock draft, the Browns traded up with the Commanders to get their man. Mel Kiper Jr. selected two-way star Travis Hunter for the Browns with their No. 2 overall pick […]

Mel Kiper Jr. has the Dallas Cowboys reaching in the first round. Meanwhile, social media diva Micah Parsons embarked on a college football rant. And if those two things aren’t ridiculous enough, Rich Eisen pleaded with Jerry Jones to trade up for Travis Hunter. It’s 2025, and as long as somebody says it, it’s a […]

With a new coach in place, Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott expressed excitement. And he also said positive things about the injury that sidelined him last year. With those good notes at hand, here is the Cowboys’ perfect 2025 NFL Draft trade. The Cowboys stand in the No. 12 slot in the draft and have […]

Will the Green Bay Packers go after a wide receiver in Round 1? Or will they try to find one among the sleepers? Regardless, here is the Packers’ perfect 2025 NFL Draft trade. With a full allotment of picks, the Packers have an opportunity to boost their roster. But they also have flexibility to made […]

It’s looking like the Las Vegas Raiders might choose a running back in Round 1 of the draft. But they haven’t been ruled out of the quarterback conversation yet. As for the current roster, Maxx Crosby made history with the new Eastern Michigan general manager title. The news came via a post on X by […]

Who knows what the 2025 NFL Draft will bring for the Kansas City Chiefs? But they’ve tried to cover all bases. But they could get an addition as a Chiefs reunion is predicted if the Titans cut a star defensive back over legal issues. L’Jarius Sneed faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon […]

While one NFL analyst predicted a doom scenario for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2025, the team is still searching for that diamond in the draft rough. And here is the Chiefs’ perfect 2025 NFL Draft trade. Coming off a 15-2 season and another Super Bowl appearance, the Chiefs still boast a worthy roster, no […]

Perhaps the tea leaves are still reading a trade for Kirk Cousins. But the Cleveland Browns may not be in play. It seems like the Falcons’ tough stance on trading Cousins pushed the Browns in the direction of Joe Flacco, according to Sports Illustrated. The Browns recently returned to the aging mess that is Joe […]

It seems like the San Francisco 49ers are the prime team to make a draft-day trade. And it could include the services of Brandon Aiyuk. However, an ex-NFL player called the idea of trading quarterback Brock Purdy “disrespectful,” according to a post on X by First Take. @damienwoody is not with the idea of the […]

While the San Francisco 49ers look at the big picture in the draft, they know the importance of using their bounty of picks for a few sleepers. But here is the 49ers’ perfect 2025 NFL Draft trade. The No. 1 need for the 49ers is improving their defensive line. They have a lot of elements […]

Considering they hold the No. 3 pick in the draft, Michael Strahan said the New York Giants should go in an offensive direction. Adam Schefter said that might not be possible. Also, Abdul Carter’s post about ex-Giants star Lawrence Taylor drew an intriguing reaction from an NFL insider. Ian Rapoport offered a one-word response to […]

Oh, the quarterback saga. The Cleveland Browns re-signed aging wonder Joe Flacco while Deshaun Watson claims the last has not been heard from him. And then there’s this rumor: Is there still a possibility of trading for Kirk Cousins after the Flacco signing? Perhaps the signing of Flacco only complicates the matter of dealing for […]

Will the San Francisco 49ers follow through with a long-anticipated trade of Brandon Aiyuk? And will that spur their decision in the upcoming draft? Whatever the case, here are three reasons Mason Graham is the perfect fit for the 49ers in the 2025 NFL Draft. First, the 49ers have a strong need to improve at […]

When the draft rolls around, will the Philadelphia Eagles try to trade up? Could Luther Burden III be a target? That would help the receiver crew even more as the Eagles added depth at the position with their latest signing, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. The #Eagles have agreed to terms […]

Will the Washington Commanders follow their usual path in the draft? What will it look like in the end? But as they search, here are three sleeper prospects the Commanders should target for the 2025 NFL Draft. After doing well in the free-agency phase of the NFL offseason, the Commanders could set themselves up for […]

There seems to be little traction for the New York Giants taking a quarterback in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. And Mel Kiper thinks they will get one later. But Michael Strahan shared his No. 3 draft pick selection for the Giants, according to 7PM in Brooklyn. Despite his status as one […]