1.1 Titans - Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Titans are in desperate need of a QB. This is a weak class, and Ward has the highest ceiling. Not much more to say, as this pick has become very chalky as of late.

1.2 Browns - Shadeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

Never underestimate an NFL GM‘s ability to select a QB when their job is on the line. With a Browns QB room that looks increasing barren, the Browns organisation moves for the Colorado prodgidy as an act of self preservation, hoping that Sanders’ relative high floor can elevate the offence and save their jobs.

1.3 Giants - Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado

With the top two QBs off the board and with little desire from teams behind them to trade up, the Giants select BPA. The Giants organisation has shown willingness to go for the blue-chip talent over reaching for a QB (selecting Nabers), and they will do it again by selecting the heisman winner.

1.4 Patriots - Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

With Hunter off the board, the Patriots have their choice from either of the two elite DL prospects, Carter or Graham. Carter is overall the more complete prospect in terms of profile, despite potential issues on run defence.

1.5 Jaguars - Mason Graham, DI, Michigan

While Baalke may be skittish on Graham due to arm length, it is entirely possible that he succumbs to take Graham based off prospect hype alone. Graham has the potential to be an elite run-stuffer at the NFL level, and would raise the ceiling of an already strong Jags defensive line

1.6 Raiders - Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

The Raiders have a need at WR, and with the QBs gone, McMillan is a low-risk pick to make for the org. The mismatch nightmare of McMillan combined with the crazy upside of Brock Bowers will make whoever the next LV QB’s job a whole lot easier.

1.7 Jets - Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

Johnson is a potential top 3 pick being pushed down by injuries, and the slide stops with the Jets, with them looking to revitalize their defence with a potential home run pick in Johnson.

1.8 Panthers - James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee

The Panthers badly need help on the defensive line, and JPJ can provide exactly that. With elite athleticism and bend, he can elevate the pass rushing capabilites of the Panthers defence massively overnight.

1.9 Saints - Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

The Saints want help on their aging defensive line, and Mykel Williams fits the Saints timeline perfectly. He has an ideal profile for the NFL level, and with the right development has the potential to become a premier pash rusher for New Orleans at 9.

1.10 Bears - Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

New hire Ben Johnson, despite having his pick of offensive lineman at 10, will go for the record-breaking running back from Boise State if given the chance. While 2024 offseason addition D’Andre Swift is a solid player, Johnson will want to add some more yards-after-hit capability to the new Bears offence.

1.11 49ers - Will Campbell, OL, LSU

The slide of offensive tackles ends here, with the 49ers selecting Campbell, who projects well at the NFL as both a tackle and a guard, with exceptional pass protecting upside.

1.12 Cowboys - Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri

With Jeanty off the board, Dallas adds a solid offensive weapon in Burden as a ying to Ceedee Lamb’s yang. Burden has elite YAC ability, which will help to diversify a Dallas offence in need of help.

1.13 Dolphins - Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

The dolphins play it safe (pun not intended by selecting Starks here at 13, a well rounded safety who can bring a lot of juice to a frail Dolphins defence.

1.14 Colts - Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

With a receiver corps that took a step down last season, Warren’s excellent inline play and YAC ability will give Anthony Richardson a much needed safety blanket.

1.15 Falcons - Jalon Walker, EDGE/LB, Georgia

The Falcons need any help they can get in getting after the quarterback, and Walker provides just that. With the ability to play solidly on both the edge and as an off-ball linebacker, on top of his explosive movement tools, Walker will be a solid piece to add to Raheem Morris’ defence.

1.16 Cardinals - Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon

The Cardinals add an explosive defensive tackle to an already young defence, with Harmon in particular having the capability to elevate the Cardinal’s below average defensive interior.

1.17 Bengals - Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State

The Bengals are in desperate need of help on defence, and Tyleik Williams has the tools to become an elite penetrating player on the interior for Cincinnati.

1.18 Seahawks - Kelvin Banks, OL, Texas

The Texas tackle takes a slide down the draft, and Seattle can not pass up on who could potentially end up becoming the OT1 of this class. While there are concerns over Banks due to his lackluster footwork and movement, his great physical profile is enough to convince the Seahawks at 18.

1.19 Buccaneers - Jihaad Campbell, LB/EDGE, Alabama

The Buccaneers have a solid roster overall, but could use some help on the pash rush. Jihaad Campbell offers exactly that, and also offers the benefit of being solid in coverage.

1.20 Broncos - Omarion Hampton, RB, UNC

The Broncos have a noticeable hole in their run game, and Hampton slots in nicely to fill that void. A solid dual threat, Hampton has the potential to be a workhorse in the Broncos‘ offence and to take some of the load off of sophomore QB Bo Nix’s shoulders.

1.21 Steelers - Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State

The Steelers will likely hold off on drafting a WR in the first round, so CB is the next most logical target for the Steelers to go after. Thomas is a well rounded corner, and NFL GMs will almost certainly be impressed with his profile.

1.22 Chargers - Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

Jim Harbaugh will have his selection of his former players at pick 22 in the draft, between Loveland and Grant, and in this case he selects TE. Herbert needs more weapons on the offence beyond just McConkey.

1.23 Packers- Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan

Kenneth Grant can slot nicely into this Packer defence, possessing ability to become a mainstay of this defenside interior. While he will need development, the upside is simply too much to pass on.

1.24 Vikings - Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss

The Vikings add a high end talent to their interior with Nolen. His explosiveness can lift the ceiling of the Vikings defence and if all goes well, can hopefully form a solid duo with 1st round pass rusher Dallas Turner.

1.25 Texans - Josh Simmons, OL, Ohio State

While Simmons might be viewed as a slightly unorthodox selection, his high end ability at both guard and tackle makes him an appealing prospect for a Texans team that needs to allow CJ Stroud more time in the pocket.

1.26 Rams - Josh Conerly Jr., OL, Oregon

The Rams need for offensive line paired with Conerly‘s great frame and athleticism makes this an easy selection for the Rams, who look to add more pieces for the offence as they prepare for life after Matthew Stafford.

1.27 Ravens - Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

Mike Green has immense upside, showcased by an incredible 2024 season. Mike Green has the capability to be a long term contributor to an already solid defence in Baltimore, and coach Harbaugh will not pass that up.

1.28 Lions - Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M

The Lions will have a difficult offseason, with both of their coordinators set to leave, and will possible further departures incoming in free agency. Nic Scourton therefore can add depth a defence that would benefit greatly from it, shown by the change in production after Aidan Hutchinson’s injury.

1.29 Commanders - Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss

The Commanders can not afford to endure any more snaps of St. Juste in a division with A.J. Brown, Ceedee Lamb, Devonta Smith, and now Malik Nabers. Trey Amos is a solid corner who can make a positive impact on this Commanders team.

1.30 Bills - Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State

The Bills need to get more young pieces on their defence, and Sawyer has shown flashes that are enough to propel him into the first round. A simple pick here all round.

1.31 Eagles - Cameron Williams, OL, Texas

Most do not consider Williams a true first round tackle. However, his elite physical tools and the Eagles willingness to allow him to sit behind Lane Johnson with the tackle-whisperer Jeff Stoutland makes this a potential slam dunk pick.

1.32 Chiefs - Jahdae Barron, DB, Texas

The Chiefs have holes on the offensive line, however they have a track record of addressing those positions through free agency and I beleive that will continue. Barron therefore falls into Kansas City’s lap, with his versatility making him an attractive defensive weapon for Spags.