Bauer’s NFL First Spherical Mock Draft 1.0

With the NFL Mix happening this week, I assumed it was time to place collectively my first-round mock draft for all 32 groups.

Spherical One
#1 Jacksonville Jaguars (TRADE WITH TENN)
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado

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The Titans have stated that they’re keen to hear in relation to the primary general decide. So with that being stated, I count on the Jaguars to present them a name. Jacksonville is in want of each a cornerback and a large receiver, and Travis Hunter would undoubtedly fulfill each roles, even when his major position is one or the opposite. The commerce was made as a result of Hunter might be a part of any of the highest 4 groups.
#2 Cleveland Browns
Abdul Carter, Penn State, DE

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With Myles Garrett’s commerce request, there may be doubtlessly a large gap to fill on protection in Cleveland. And Abdul Carter is likely to be the very best candidate for the job. Along with his elite cross rush, he might trigger some actual issues within the AFC North. If they don’t commerce Garrett, the one-two punch of him and Carter might be unforgettable.
#3 New York Giants

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The Giants are in determined want of a quarterback, having launched Daniel Jones halfway by final season. And Tommy DeVito, the backup, didn’t safe the job for himself. So, I’ve them deciding on the calm, cool, collected Cam Ward. He has his flaws, as each prospect does, however his perspective is one that may be helpful within the NFL.
#4 New England Patriots

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Put “Protect Drake Maye” in daring letters on the high of New England’s draft board. Final season, it was simply abysmal, and it needs to be thought of a miracle that Maye prevented critical harm. Professional Soccer Focus even had them rated lifeless final in 2024. The answer would start with Will Campbell, the highest offensive deal with within the draft, based on PFF. His prowess whereas additionally standing 6’6” might make him Maye’s signature left deal with.
#5 Tennessee Titans (TRADE WITH JAX)
Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

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Whereas this may not be a obtrusive want for the Titans, it’s a transfer that will undoubtedly enhance their offense. It requires extra playmakers, and Warren’s playmaking means distinguishes him as one of many high tight ends on this 12 months’s draft.
#6 Las Vegas Raiders
Sheduer Sanders, QB, Colorado

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One other metropolis in want of a quarterback is Las Vegas, and Shedeur Sanders can be an ideal match. Each the QB and the staff have the identical mentality, and proprietor Mark Davis has already hinted at Allegiant Stadium being Sander’s new dwelling. I doubt the Raiders don’t take a QB right here, as they missed out on the place final 12 months.
#7 New York Jets

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Each groups in East Rutherford, N.J., look like in search of a brand new quarterback, as Jet’s head coach Aaron Glenn has already introduced that the staff and future Corridor of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers will half methods. And Jaxon Dart is likely one of the quickest risers within the draft this 12 months. He led the Southeastern Convention in passing yards with 4,279, a 69.3% completion charge, and a 180.7 QB score.
#8 Carolina Panthers
Mason Graham, DT, Michigan

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The Panthers want some assistance on protection, particularly on the line of defense. And with linebacker Shaq Thompson getting into free company, its turn into an excellent greater want. Professional Soccer Focus has listed Mason Graham as the highest inside defensive lineman within the draft and may make followers of the staff salivate. His elite run protection and cross rush would make excellent sense in Carolina.
#9 New Orleans Saints
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

With Will Campbell and Mason Graham gone, I’ve the New Orleans Saints deciding on Ashton Jeanty. The Saints choose Ashton Jeanty not solely as a result of reference to Boise State, the place head coach Kellen Moore performed quarterback, but in addition as a result of he was the very best faculty working again since Barry Sanders. Jeanty would have the ability to relieve lots of Alvin Kamara’s workload and presumably revive the increase and zoom.
#10 Chicago Bears

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Just like the state of affairs in New England, the Bears ought to make defending Caleb Williams precedence #1. Chicago’s offensive line was ranked on the backside of the league and may have a big signal that reads, “Help Wanted.” And they need to take into account Kelvin Banks out of Texas for the job. Rated because the second-best deal with within the draft, his cross blocking can actually give Williams some reduction within the pocket.
#11 San Francisco 49ers
James Pearce Jr, DE, Tennessee

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They may have Nick Bosa, however the 49ers line of defense was nonetheless ranked within the backside of the league by Professional Soccer Focus. Pearce Jr. had 440 snaps outdoors the deal with final season, based on PFF, so if chosen by the staff, San Francisco might have one of many league’s most terrifying defensive strains. Simply think about: Pearce Jr. on one facet and Nick Bosa on the opposite.
#12 Dallas Cowboys

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With the retirement of Zack Martin, the Nice Wall of Dallas formally must be rebuilt. And Josh Simmons might be the primary brick within the wall. He had his season reduce brief because of a knee harm and solely performed in six video games. Nonetheless, previous to the harm, Simmons was performing nicely, permitting zero sacks and just one quarterback hurry. He needs to be prepared for coaching camp, and when he does, he’ll additionally convey a championship mentality.
#13 Miami Dolphins
Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

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With safeties Javon Holland and Jordan Poyer each hitting free company, there comes a possible want within the Miami security room. Nonetheless, they have already got an elite protection, because of defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver, so followers of the Fins shouldn’t be too apprehensive. Malaki Starks, a security out of Georgia, is rated as one of many high safeties within the draft by Professional Soccer Focus and might be an ideal match with the Dolphins.
#14 Indianapolis Colts
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

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The Colts want a well known man at nook, and Will Johnson is likely one of the high defensive backs within the draft. Regardless of his season being reduce brief, Johnson managed to showcase his abilities in 2024. In 279 snaps, Johnson allowed 16 receptions on 26 targets, no touchdowns, and two interceptions, based on Professional Soccer Focus. He needs to be prepared for offseason actions.
#15 Atlanta Falcons
Tetairoa McMillian, WR, Arizona

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This is likely to be an surprising transfer, as Atlanta has extra urgent wants than large receiver. Nonetheless, over the previous few years, the Falcons have had a behavior of drafting the very best participant out there and shocking the opposite 31 groups. I consider the Atlanta Falcons will proceed so as to add to their younger offense, giving quarterback Michael Penix Jr. one other weapon. Tet McMillan might simply be the staff’s WR2 and will pull lots of the main target from defenses, bringing the chance for Drake London or Kyle Pitts to get extra receptions.
#16 Arizona Cardinals

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Mike Inexperienced is a prospect who actually benefitted from the Senior Bowl. And since there’s a drought of expertise on the Arizona line of defense, I’ve the Cardinals deciding on him right here. In 2024, Inexperienced had 17 sacks in 13 video games performed and has an general score of 92.4 on Professional Soccer Focus.
#17 Cincinnati Bengals
Armand Membou, OT, Missouri

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It looks as if a damaged report at this level, however the Bengals offensive line was abysmal final season. In 2025, I count on them to draft a number of offensive linemen, beginning with Armand Membou. One of many high tackles within the draft, Membou allowed zero sacks by his 827 snaps taken.
#18 Seattle Seahawks
Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia

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If Seattle is unable to re-sign Ernest Jones IV, they’ll want one other playmaker at linebacker. Even when the 2 do attain an settlement, Jalon Walker can be a terrific addition, and one which head coach Mike McDonald might discover a use for.
#19 Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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The cornerback room in Tampa Bay was underwhelming in 2024, to say the least. Rated as one of many high corners within the draft by Professional Soccer Focus, Benjamin Morrison might actually assist out the Buccaneers.
#20 Denver Broncos
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri

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Denver might use just a few additions at large receiver within the offseason. Although current feedback by head coach Sean Payton recommend they could not go this route within the draft, I consider they are going to be unable to disclaim Burden III. Final season, Burden III caught 61 out of 80 targets for 676 yards and 6 landing receptions. And if the Bronco’s WR room is already stronger than others may suppose, the addition of Burden III might convey it to the following stage.
#21 Pittsburgh Steelers

Walter Nolen, DI, Ole Miss
With the ageing and inconsistencies of their line of defense, a contemporary face is required for the Steelers. Rated as one of many high inside defensive linemen on PFF, Walter Nolen might be helpful for Pittsburgh.

#22 Los Angeles Chargers

Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Ladd McConkey can’t presumably do all of it himself in 2025. Emeka Ebuka, a large receiver contemporary off of a championship, would have the ability to assist him out. Final season, Ebuka had 1,011 receiving yards on 81 receptions and 10 landing receptions.

#23 Inexperienced Bay Packers

Jahdae Barron, CB, UT

Per ESPN’s Rob Demovsky, folks inside the Packers group have grown pissed off with Jaire Alexander’s lack of ability to remain wholesome/play by accidents, placing his Inexperienced Bay future doubtful. Jahdae Barron is likely to be an excellent alternative. He’s a flexible cornerback who has proven a capability to play in a number of spots.

#24 Minnesota Vikings

Kenneth Grant, DI, Michigan
Kenneth Grant might assist to solidify the run protection in Minnesota in addition to assist out within the cross rush, which ranked twenty eighth within the league by Fox Sports activities. Taking part in in 547 snaps in 2024, he gathered three sacks and completed with a run protection grade of 87.5 on PFF.

#25 Houston Texans

Matthew Golden, WR, UT
This is likely to be an under-the-radar want for the Texans. With Tank Dell’s season-ending harm and Stefon Diggs set to be a free agent, the depth at WR is trying shaky in Houston. So I’ve them deciding on the hometown child Matthew Golden, who had a powerful season in 2024. On 83 targets, he had 58 receptions for 987 yards and 9 touchdowns. His greatest sport, based on PFF, was within the Peach Bowl towards Arizona State, the place he had an offensive grade of 88.9 and 7 receptions for 149 yards and one landing.

#26 Los Angeles Rams

Gray Zabel, OT, NDSU
Alaric Jackson, the left deal with, is ready to check free company, leaving the Los Angeles Rams with out a dependable blindside protector. Gray Zabel, who impressed on the Senior Bowl, can be able to coming in and filling that position. He performed 961 snaps on the offensive line final season, all at left deal with, and allowed only one sack. Zabel has additionally proven a capability to play proper deal with, as he took a major variety of snaps there in 2022 and 2023.

#27 Baltimore Ravens

Shemar Stewart, DE, Texas A&M

The Baltimore edge rush has been known as “something of a committee” by PFF. So to assist make it extra constant, I’ve them taking Shemar Stewart within the first spherical. With a run protection grade of 88.2, it’s his cross protection that wants some touch-up.

#28 Detroit Lions

Tyleik Williams, DI, Ohio State
It wouldn’t harm the Lions one bit to bolster their line of defense, as a result of somebody has to take consideration away from Aiden Hutchinson. Fortunately for Detroit, Tyleik Williams can be as much as the duty. In keeping with PFF, in 13 video games performed final season, he had 17 quarterback hurries, three sacks, and one batted cross.

#29 Washington Commanders

T.J. Sanders, DI, South Carolina
With the Commanders agreeing to let defensive deal with Johnathan Allen search a commerce, they should discover his alternative. T.J. Sanders, who’s ranked because the fifth-best inside defensive lineman by PFF, can be an excellent candidate. In 2024, 375 of his 466 defensive snaps had been going through the B-gap, which is similar a part of the road that Allen would see.

#30 Buffalo Payments

Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
The Payments want to present Josh Allen extra weapons. And whereas they may tackle the necessity in free company, I count on them to fill that want within the draft. Elic Ayomanor can be a step in the suitable course. Final season, he had 63 receptions for 831 yards and 6 touchdowns.

#31 Kansas Metropolis Chiefs

Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
With linebacker Nick Bolton set to hit free company, the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs have to discover a potential alternative. Jihaad Campbell can be an excellent slot in Kansas Metropolis. Ranked because the second-best linebacker by PFF, he had 89 whole tackles, eight sacks, two cross breakups, and one interception.

#32 Philadelphia Eagles

Darius Alexander, DT, Toledo
With defensive deal with Milton Williams and edge defender Josh Swear each presumably taking part in elsewhere subsequent season, the line of defense turns into a possible space for concern in Philadelphia. Darius Alexander can be an excellent reinforcement in that spot. He had a 90.1 grade by PFF final season, whereas additionally getting 4 sacks, 25 quarterback hurries, and three batted passes. The Eagles did proper by deciding on a Toledo man in 2024, so I don’t see why they would not draft one other in 2025.