NFL Draft 2025: Teams Skip to Key Picks
Key players like Cam Ward, Travis Hunter, and Abdul Carter were selected in the first round, with teams making strategic moves to secure their desired players. The second round is expected to be highly competitive, with many teams looking to fill their remaining needs.
The 2025 NFL draft has concluded, with several teams addressing key needs in the first round, including the Tennessee Titans selecting quarterback Cam Ward as the top pick, and the Jacksonville Jaguars trading up to select Colorado's Travis Hunter with the second overall pick.
The first round saw a lot of activity, with teams making strategic moves to secure their desired players. The Houston Texans traded out of the No. 25 spot, receiving the No. 34 overall pick, the No. 99 pick, and a third-round selection in 2026. The Indianapolis Colts selected Penn State tight end Warren with the No. 14 pick, while the Dallas Cowboys drafted Alabama guard Tyler Booker with the No. 12 pick.
Other notable picks include the New York Giants selecting Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter with their first pick, addressing defensive needs, and the Philadelphia Eagles trading up to draft Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell with the No. 31 pick. The Washington Commanders prioritized protecting their quarterback by selecting Oregon offensive tackle with the No. 29 pick.
The draft also saw some surprises, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers making a unexpected choice with the No. 19 pick, taking Ohio State receiver Egbuka. The Arizona Cardinals used the No. 16 pick to select Ole Miss defensive tackle Nolen, and the San Francisco 49ers selected Georgia defensive end Williams with the No. 11 pick.
The 2025 NFL Draft saw a first-round attendance of 205,000 in Green Bay, with many teams making key picks to address their needs. The second round is expected to be just as exciting, with players like Shedeur Sanders still available for selection.