2025 NFL Draft order: Full first-round pick tracker and instant grades

Few drafts in recent memory have offered the air of unpredictability that the 2025 NFL Draft appears to. We've seemingly known for weeks now that former Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward will come off the board with the No. 1 pick to the Tennessee Titans. After that, though, it feels like we won't know for sure what will happen until the cards are turned in. Part of that might be the presence of traditionally chaotic franchises like the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants, among others, but there are other questions abound.

Rumors have been contradictory over the past few months and even more so in the week leading up to the NFL Draft. Just when you think one thing is trending toward being certain — something like Shedeur Sanders being a Top 5 pick — that notion gets turned on its head in a flash. It's happened time and again throughout the draft process. The result is that we have little idea how things will transpire, but that also makes this one of the most fun drafts in recent memory.

Now that the 2025 NFL Draft is upon us, though, we're ready for whatever chaos comes our way. With that, we've got the entire draft order planned out — and, shockingly, still no team has traded its first-round selection — and we'll be tracking every pick with gut reaction grades and some instant analysis for what each team does to this point.

We can't wait for the draft, so follow along with us, get mad if I'm not a fan of the pick your team made, and just buckle up for the ride that the 2025 draft almost seems inevitable to provide.

Full 2025 NFL Draft order and tracking every first-round pick with instant grades

Here's a look at the full 2025 NFL Draft order as we'll be following along with every selection and handing out grades based solely on the initial reaction (these are subject to change with more time assess the situation in any future analysis). Let's get into it.

Instant analysis for every 2025 NFL Draft first-round pick

1. Tennessee Titans - QB Cam Ward

The Will Levis era is clearly no longer viable and Cam Ward is ultra athletic with a high ceiling. His makeup is what I'd bet on most for the Titans as he's proved doubters wrong every step of the way.

2. Jacksonville Jaguars (via CLE) - WR/CB Travis Hunter

Make no mistake, the Jags gave up a ton to trade up with the Browns. Having said that, Hunter is the true generational talent of this class, and making a splash with a new regime makes a ton of sense.

3. New York Giants - EDGE Abdul Carter

No-brainer here for the Giants to get the best player on the board in Abdul Carter and one of the few blue-chippers in the class. It makes a strength stronger and New York's defensive front looks quite fierce now.

4. New England Patriots - OT Will Campbell

Short arms be damned, I'm a fan of Will Campbell, especially for the Patriots. He's a tone-setter in the trenches to keep Drake Maye clean and someone who can absolutely start changing the face of the franchise.

5. Cleveland Browns (via JAX) - DT Mason Graham

I remain torn about the Browns trading down from Travis Hunter but Mason Graham and a boatload of draft capital is a helluva consolation prize. Cleveland needs that presence inside of Myles Garrett.

6. Las Vegas Raiders - RB Ashton Jeanty

Hiring Pete Carroll was a clear indication that the Raiders are trying to win now. Ashton Jeanty plays right into that, a blue chip and a shot in the arm for this running game.

7. New York Jets - OT Armand Membou

This might be the best offensive line situation the Jets have had in many years. Membou can slot right into the mix at right tackle opposite Olu Fashanu and set up Justin Fields and any future QB for success.

8. Carolina Panthers - WR Tetairoa McMillan

Bryce Young has a legitimate wide receiver! The Panthers had a lot of avenues to explore here but McMillan is a big-bodied player who, though he may not be straight-line fast, has a ton of juice to elevate this offense.

9. New Orleans Saints - OT Kelvin Banks Jr.

You have to be proud of the Saints for eating their vegetables here. Kelvin Banks Jr. can be a tackle or guard for the future and, while there's a lot of uncertainty on the roster, he helps build a foundation.

10. Chicago Bears - TE Colston Loveland

Tyler Warren would've been the preferred pick for the Bears in this spot after missing on Jeanty. However, Ben Johnson is going to commit to the run and Colston Loveland is the better blocker, so you can track the logic here.

11. San Francisco 49ers - EDGE Mykel Williams

Robert Saleh clearly had a say in the 49ers draft process. While Mykel Williams has some questions about his pass rush production, he's a physical freak that can take over a game if he realizes his potential, which is a Saleh special.

12. Dallas Cowboys - OG Tyler Booker

Gross. Yes, the Cowboys needed to replace Zach Martin. They just did so by taking a guard 20+ spots too high in Tyler Booker. This was bad process and, even if it stabilizes the line, it's horrific value.

13. Miami Dolphins - DT Kenneth Grant

After losing Christian Wilkins a few years ago now, the Dolphins lacked the monster in the middle on defense. Kenneth Grant can be that at well over 300 pounds but with movement abilities of a much smaller man.

14. Indianapolis Colts - TE Tyler Warren

It came to fruition. Tyler Warren was frequently mocked to the Colts and they got him in the building. In truth, this puts the timer on Anthony Richardson as he now has another top-end weapon.

15. Atlanta Falcons - LB Jalon Walker

If you're a Falcons fan, you have to be over the moon. Jalon Walker is a stud with elite explosiveness, a nose for the ball and versatility to stand up at linebacker or rush off the edge. Atlanta needed a player like Walker in the worst way.

16. Arizona Cardinals - DT Walter Nolen

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon got himself a toy in Walter Nolen. The defense needed difference-makers and, while Nolen's college tape is inconsistent, his top end is elite.

17. Cincinnati Bengals - EDGE Shemar Stewart

In the right fit, I think Shemar Stewart could end up as the best pass rusher in the class given his tools. The Bengals don't feel like the right fit, unfortunately, though I do think Al Golden will be good for his development to some degree.

18. Seattle Seahawks - OL Grey Zabel

Even more so than Dallas, the Seahawks needed interior line help in a bad way. Grey Zabel is transitioning from tackle but looked extremely comfortable there in all-star games and overall. It's a big win for Seattle.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - WR Emeka Egbuka

Preferably, I'd have liked to see the Bucs work on the defense. Egbuka is a heck of a receiver, though, and the Tampa Bay offense around Baker Mayfield looks incredibly dangerous adding him to Chris Godwin, Mike Evans and Jalen McMillan.

20. Denver Broncos - CB Jahdae Barron

Denver shocked everyone not getting another weapon for Bo Nix but, instead, getting a stud corner in Jahdae Barron. It's not what we expected but I do love the fit for the Broncos.

21. Pittsburgh Steelers - DT Derrick Harmon

We thought this was going to be Shedeur Sanders, but instead it was a Cam Heyward replacement in Derrick Harmon. The Steelers have a massive QB question, but Harmon is a great addition.

22. Los Angeles Chargers - RB Omarion Hampton

Once the Chargers brought in Najee Harris, I thought RB might be out of play. Omarion Hampton is a better version of Harris, though, with a big body but the ability to make people miss. He'll get his work under Jim Harbaugh.

23. Green Bay Packers - WR Matthew Golden

The Packers actually did it, drafting a first-round receiver for the first time in more than two decades. Matthew Golden is exactly what this group is missing and should be an immediate factor with Jordan Love.

24. Minnesota Vikings - OG Donovan Jackson

Honestly, I'm most surprised the Vikings didn't trade back for more picks. Donovan Jackson answers a need on the interior, though, which they definitely want to shore up while giving J.J. McCarthy the reins.

25. New York Giants (via HOU) - QB Jaxson Dart

The Giants trading back into the first round for a QB was always in play. It's surprising that it wasn't Shedeur Sanders but they get a guy in Jaxson Dart with a higher ceiling who also has a runway to sit and learn behind Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston.

26. Atlanta Falcons (via LAR) - EDGE James Pearce Jr.

While the Falcons probably overspent to move back up for James Pearce Jr., they turned a weakness into a strength. The explosive combination of Pearce and Jalon Walker is a game-changer for Atlanta.

27. Baltimore Ravens - S Malaki Starks

There are few doubts that the Ravens will turn Malaki Starks into a great NFL player alongside Kyle Hamilton. I'm just not sure it was the best fit for what Baltimore needed — though who am I to doubt Baltimore's front office at this point.

28. Detroit Lions - DT Tyleik Williams

This definitely feels like par for the course for the Lions. They want a big nasty in the middle of the defense and Tyleik Williams is all of that and more. It's a bit rich for my blood, but he's got Dan Campbell DNA in him.

29. Washington Commanders - OT Josh Conerly Jr.

Absolutely love the Commanders playing it smart after a pretty flashy offseason. Reigniting the run game and giving Jayden Daniels more room is paramount and Conerly with Tunsil can help do that.

30. Buffalo Bills - CB Maxwell Hairston

There's no doubt that Maxwell Hairston is a phenomenal athlete and a fine cornerback, but I always found Round 1 just a bit too rich for what he actually does at corner. It's a gamble for the Bills in this spot.

31. Philadelphia Eagles (via KC) - LB Jihaad Campbell

Well, the Eagles did it again. Just when you thought they couldn't get a gift in the draft, Jihaad Campbell fell in their laps. The versatile Alabama product is going to thrive in the multiple Philadelphia defense.

32. Kansas City Chiefs (via PHI) - OT Josh Simmons

Some people might be overly concerned with the injury to Josh Simmons but this is a phenomenal pick for the Chiefs. They needed a bookend and the Ohio State standout, especially with signs of his recovery looking great, offers a high, high-upside look to improve that area.