2025 NFL Draft Projections Highlight Quarterback Race and Key Team Needs

Speculation centers on Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders as top quarterback prospects while teams focus on offensive and defensive line upgrades.

Cam Ward, a standout quarterback from Miami, is widely predicted to be the first overall pick, potentially addressing the Tennessee Titans' need for a franchise quarterback.
Shedeur Sanders, another highly ranked quarterback prospect from Colorado, is expected to be a top-10 pick, with the New York Jets trading up in some projections to secure him.
Travis Hunter, the Heisman-winning dual-threat player from Colorado, is projected to fall out of the top four but remains a highly valued prospect for teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Offensive line prospects like Kelvin Banks and Will Campbell are highlighted as top picks to address critical protection issues for teams such as the New England Patriots and Chicago Bears.
Defensive upgrades are a priority for several teams, with players like Abdul Carter (Edge, Penn State) and Mason Graham (DT, Michigan) projected to fill gaps on struggling defenses.