The 2025 NFL Draft: 5 Big Takeaways from a Recent Mock Draft

The 2025 NFL draft may still be over a year away, but that hasn’t stopped football fans from speculating about which top college prospects will be selected by which teams. A recent mock draft from The Pro Football Network has been making waves, and we’re taking a closer look at the top takeaways from their predictions. PFN is known for thinking outside the box with their picks, so let’s dive in and see what they’ve come up with.

A Bold Prediction for the Top Pick

PFN has Colorado cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter going No. 1 overall to the Carolina Panthers. This is a bold move, to say the least, as a wide receiver hasn’t been taken first overall since 1996, and a defensive back hasn’t been taken first overall since 1956. Learn more about Travis Hunter.

A top prospect in the 2025 NFL draft.

Quarterback Concerns for the Titans

PFN isn’t giving Will Levis much of a chance to keep the starting job with the Titans, predicting that they’ll take Carson Beck with the second overall pick. This is interesting, considering Levis will be entering his first season as the starter in 2024.

A Steal for the Cardinals

We love Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden, and PFN agrees, predicting that the Cardinals will snag him as the third receiver off the board. This could be a major steal for the Cardinals, as Burden is easily one of the top receivers in the draft.

One of the top receivers in the 2025 NFL draft.

Quarterback Overload in the First Round

PFN predicts that five quarterbacks will be taken in the first round, but we’re not so sure. While quarterbacks are always in high demand, it’s rare to see this many taken so early. We’ll have to wait and see if these top prospects can live up to the hype.

Where Are the Offensive Linemen?

PFN agrees with our assessment that this year’s crop of offensive linemen is a mixed bag. We’re hoping to see some standout performances from top prospects like Will Campbell, who has the potential to be a top-five pick.

A top offensive lineman in the 2025 NFL draft.