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Cam Ward Becomes No. 1 NFL Draft Pick, Selected by Tennessee Titans

Ward's journey from unranked high school recruit to record-breaking college quarterback culminates in his selection as the centerpiece of Tennessee's rebuild.

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Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cameron Ward holds the jersey on stage after he is selected by the Tennessee Titans as the number one pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • The Tennessee Titans selected Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field.
  • Ward's rise from a single FCS offer at Incarnate Word to the NCAA career passing touchdown record highlights his remarkable underdog story.
  • In his final college season at Miami, Ward set school records with 4,313 passing yards and 39 touchdowns, earning ACC Player of the Year honors.
  • The Titans, coming off a 3-14 season, aim to rebuild around Ward and newly signed veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett.
  • The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to select two-way star Travis Hunter second overall, adding versatility to their roster.