The NFL Draft is one of the most anticipated events on the football calendar, shaping the future of teams and fantasy rosters alike. At FantasyPros, we provide unparalleled draft insights, from in-depth prospect profiles to expert mock drafts, to help you stay ahead of the curve. This guide is your go-to resource for the NFL Draft, updated regularly with the latest analysis, rankings, and coverage. The 2025 NFL Draft figures to be one of the more interesting drafts in recent memory, especially in the first round, with two-way player Travis Hunter and his teammate and QB Shedeur Sanders expected to go at the top of the draft.
We’ll have you covered leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, taking a look at early NFL Draft scouting reports before the 2025 NFL Combine in March.
2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports
Check out all of our 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports by position below.
Quarterbacks
Shedeur Sanders (QB – Colorado)
A confident rhythm-based passer who works through progressions, makes pretty good decisions with the football and throws with impressive accuracy/placement. At his best, pulls the trigger early, puts the ball right on his target and works his way down the field methodically through a series of short and intermediate throws over the middle of the field.
However, Sadners can sometimes be too slow to get the ball out, can’t consistently escape from pressure when he’s being pursued and his overall arm talent is closer to adequate. Could draw a wide range of evaluations, as he’s not a perfect fit for every scheme, but still looks to be in the conversation for the first overall pick. He should easily be one of the first two or three passers off the board.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Shedeur Sanders >>
A highly productive five-year starter who made major strides this past season after arriving at Miami. Ward plays with impressive composure, shows the ability to work through full-field reads and has solid arm talent and accuracy. Is capable of escaping from pressure and making the occasional splash play. At the same time, there are some risky elements to his game, which often come as a result of trying to do too much, leading to dangerous throws, interceptions or fumbles.
Consequently, how willing teams are to tolerate that risk to reap the rewards of his playmaking skills will be interesting to monitor. Either way, Ward is among the candidates to go first overall and should be one of the first couple of quarterbacks off the board.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Cam Ward >>
One of the most physically and athletically gifted dual-threat quarterback prospects you’ll see, with plenty of arm strength and elite speed, explosiveness and power as a runner who has some work to do on his game. To reach his sky-high potential he needs to show more consistent weight transfer on his throws, increased touch underneath, slightly faster processing and improved play under pressure.
However, those types of issues could be remedied with experience and coaching, so it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a patient and somewhat risk-tolerant team take a shot on him in the first round.
Projection: Round 1/Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Jalen Milroe >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Quarterbacks
- Jaxson Dart (Mississippi)
- Tyler Shough (Louisville)
- Will Howard (Ohio State)
- Quinn Ewers (Texas)
- Riley Leonard (Notre Dame)
- Kyle McCord (Syracuse)
- Kurtis Rourke (Indiana)
- Dillon Gabriel (Oregon)
- Max Brosmer (Minnesota)
Wide Receivers
A very big, smooth, savvy receiver with an incredible catch radius and a graceful game, McMillan established himself as one of the best wide receivers in college football over the past two seasons. May never be the fastest or most explosive wide receiver, but has a great understanding of how to use tempo, nuance and technique to create separation.
Is capable of coming down with contested catches even in tight coverage, with rare size that makes him a mismatch for most cornerbacks. May not have quite the same strength and physicality as Mike Evans did coming out, but is a similar prospect and should go similarly high in the first round, likely within the first five or 10 picks.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Tetairoa McMillan >>
A dynamic player with the ball in his hands, Burden’s combination of speed, quickness, vision, balance and physicality led the Tigers to scheme up ways to get him the ball, whether on underneath throws, sweeps, screens or otherwise. He also offers some impressive traits as a receiver, with good stop-start quickness to create separation, impressive tracking and body control and a strong pair of hands.
As it currently stands, he doesn’t have a ton of recent experience playing outside and will need to continue diversifying his route tree and polishing his route-running technique, but that doesn’t look like it will stop him from being a first-round pick.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Luther Burden III >>
Another highly-polished Buckeyes receiver prospect, Egbuka’s excellent combination of acceleration, quickness, route-running savvy, hands and toughness should make him a highly reliable pro receiver.
Likely would have been a first-round pick last year had he stayed healthy. Coming back to put together the season he did gives him a very good chance of going there this year if everything checks out medically during the pre-draft process. A nice reliable, pro-ready big slot option.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Emeka Egbuka >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Wide Receivers
- Travis Hunter (Colorado)
- Elic Ayomanor (Stanford)
- Isaiah Bond (Texas)
- Tre Harris III (Mississippi)
- Matthew Golden (Texas)
- Xavier Restrepo (Miami)
- Tez Johnson (Oregon)
- Tai Felton (Maryland)
- Savion Williams (TCU)
- Pat Bryant (Illinois)
- Kaden Prather (Maryland)
- Jayden Higgins (Iowa State)
- Jalen Royals (Utah State)
- Jack Bech (TCU)
- Tory Horton (Colorado State)
- Ricky White III (UNLV)
- Jaylin Noel (Iowa State)
- JaCorey Brooks (Louisville)
- Kobe Hudson (Central Florida)
- LaJohntay Wester (Colorado)
Running Backs
Jeanty proved he’s the total package this past season, with an unbelievable combination of vision, patience, creativity, agility, power, balance and speed that nearly allowed him to break Barry Sanders’ single-season rushing record.
Can fit in any offensive scheme, but might be best in a scheme that runs a relatively high amount of outside zone to maximize his home-run hitting ability. After a year in which he dazzled viewers with a nonstop succession of dominant highlights, Jeanty should be a lock for the first round, potentially going in the top half of the frame. Projects as a long-term, every-down feature back who should make an immediate impact.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Ashton Jeanty >>
Skattebo was one of the most productive and exciting players in college football this past season. He combined a natural feel for the position, smooth running skills, a tough and physical temperament and exceptional contact balance, culminating in well over 2,000 total yards on the season.
There’s not a whole lot to critique about his game, besides his lack of ideal explosiveness and long speed. Otherwise, Skattebo has the look of a potential every-down back in the league or at least the power back in a one-two punch. Could get some second-day looks.
Projection: Round 3/Round 4
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Cam Skattebo >>
A fast, agile back with good burst and excellent open-field running skills, Neal functioned as a workhorse for the Jayhawks but might be more of a change-of-pace back at the next level, as he may struggle to grind out tough yardage between the tackles as a pro.
Neal’s snaps were relatively balanced throughout his career (more gap until this past season, then a little bit more zone), but might be better suited to a zone-blocking scheme where he’s able to stretch defenses out and cut upfield when he sees daylight. Probably more of a mid-round option.
Projection: Round 5
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Devin Neal >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Running Backs
- Dylan Sampson (Tennessee)
- DJ Giddens (Kansas State)
- Jordan James (Oregon)
- Bhayshul Tuten (Virginia Tech)
- Brashard Smith (SMU)
- Damien Martinez (Miami)
- Jarquez Hunter (Auburn)
- Kalel Mullings (Michigan)
- LeQuint Allen Jr. (Syracuse)
- Raheim Sanders (South Carolina)
- Phil Mafah (Clemson)
- Tahj Brooks (Texas Tech)
- Trevor Etienne (Georgia)
- TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State)
Tight Ends
A very solid overall tight end who has the type of polish you’d expect given his pedigree. Loveland lined up split out wide or in the slot very often during the games reviewed, showing impressive speed, route-running skills and body control. Provided the Wolverines with a reliable target who could create mismatches against different types of defenders.
Despite not being a primary inline blocker for the team, he is also a physical, aggressive and tough blocker with good effort, sound fundamentals and impressive functional strength. A do-it-all type who looks likely to be a first-round pick at this point, although Lovelans is not quite the physical/athletic freak that typically goes in the first round at his position.
Projection: Round 1/Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Colston Loveland >>
A big, smooth and versatile tight end who has the functional strength to execute different blocking assignments and who stuffed the stat sheet as one of the focal points of Penn State’s offense this year.
Running a variety of different routes from different alignments and showing the ability to create on underneath throws or come down with contested catches, Warren looks like a reliable option with the skills to play either inline or as a flex option at the next level. Looks likely to be one of the first two tight ends off the board, potentially as high as the first round.
Projection: Round 1/Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Tyler Warren >>
Just a big, tough tight end who works hard to sustain in the run game and who presents his quarterback with a big target and a reliable pair of hands underneath. Taylor was asked to execute various blocking assignments and line up all over the offense in school, so as a three-year SEC starter with pro bloodlines, the level of polish is about what you’d expect.
May never be the fastest or most dynamic receiver, but it doesn’t take a lot of imagination to envision Taylor developing into a no-frills, starting-caliber in-line tight end.
Projection: Round 3/Round 4
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Mason Taylor >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Tight Ends
- Gunnar Helm (Texas)
- Elijah Arroyo (Miami)
- Harold Fannin Jr. (Bowling Green)
- Jake Briningstool (Clemson)
- Terrance Ferguson (Oregon)
- Oronde Gadsden II (Syracuse)
- Luke Lachey (Iowa)
- Mitchell Evans (Notre Dame)
- Benjamin Yurosek (Georgia)
Offensive Linemen
A tough three-year starter at left tackle who plays with a low pad level and has a ton of power in his hands and through his frame to generate movement in the run game and anchor against power as a pass protector.
While Banks may not be quite as tall, long and agile as an ideal left tackle, he has provided consistent play for one of college football’s premier programs, with enough kick slide depth and strength to protect the edge against speed and the discipline to secure blocks at the second level. Could theoretically play almost anywhere along the line.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Kelvin Banks Jr. >>
A prototypical left tackle with an ideal combination of size, length, discipline and movement skills. With three years of SEC starting experience under his belt, Campbell looks like a plug-and-play option as a rookie, which should make him a high first-round pick given the premium position he plays. May never be a true phone-booth mauler, but understands positioning and has the mobility and technique to execute in the run game, with the lateral quickness, hand use and awareness to work on an island against speed in the passing game.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Will Campbell >>
A thick, stocky right tackle who’s probably going to be viewed as more of a guard at the next level, but who looks like a pretty safe bet to develop into an early starter there due to his thick build, polished footwork, consistent technique, natural power and overall awareness.
Membou’s lack of college experience on the inside might give him a little bit of a learning curve at first, but he should be able to play in either sort of scheme and create movement in the run game for a long time.
Projection: Round 1/Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Armand Membou >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Offensive Linemen
- Jonah Savaiinaea (Arizona)
- Grey Zabel (North Dakota State)
- Emery Jones Jr. (LSU)
- Cameron Williams (Texas)
- Aireontae Ersery (Minnesota)
- Tate Ratledge (Georgia)
- Donovan Jackson (Ohio State)
- Tyler Booker (Alabama)
- Jared Wilson (Georgia)
- Anthony Belton (North Carolina State)
- Marcus Mbow (Purdue)
- Wyatt Milum (West Virginia)
- Josh Simmons (Ohio State)
- Josh Conerly Jr. (Oregon)
- Chase Lundt (UConn)
- Ozzy Trapilo (Boston College)
- Charles Grant (William & Mary)
Defensive Linemen
One of the flashiest rushers in this year’s class, Carter is an intense, tenacious rusher with a dangerous first step. He has a wide repertoire of rush moves and counters and flashes the flexibility and functional strength to take on blocks in the run game.
Carter started his collegiate career as a linebacker, but looks like a one-gap EDGE all the way, using his suddenness, bend and hands to penetrate and create chaos in the backfield. Still needs to play with more consistent discipline, balance and extension, but the raw elements of his game won’t prevent him from being considered by teams picking within the top 10 or 15 picks.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Abdul Carter >>
Walter Nolen III (Mississippi)
An aggressive, explosive and physical defensive tackle who can grind down opponents with his bull rush or win with hand use and technique, but who can struggle to hold the point of attack when reading and reacting.
With improved discipline and awareness, Nolen could turn out to be a disruptive starter, but currently looks a bit raw and lacks ideal snap-to-snap consistency. Projects as a boom-or-bust three-technique for an aggressive even front with one-gap principles.
Projection: Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Walter Nolen III >>
A “world theory” type of prospect who has all of the power you’d expect for someone with his size, but who is also more athletic than usual and is expected to test very well at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Although the draft is somewhat loaded with interior defensive linemen, Grant still stands a good shot of coming off the board sometime within the first couple of rounds as a potential three-down nose tackle in either an even or an odd front.
The Michigan lineman should be able to make an early impact because of his dominant physical tools, having shown the ability to use his bull-rush move to easily overpower most opponents one-on-one.
Projection: Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Kenneth Grant >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Defensive Linemen
- T.J. Sanders (South Carolina)
- Alfred Collins (Texas)
- Bradyn Swinson (LSU)
- Donovan Ezeiruaku (Boston College)
- Mason Graham (Michigan)
- Derrick Harmon (Oregon)
- Deone Walker (Kentucky)
- Jared Ivey (Mississippi)
- Ashton Gillotte (Louisville)
- Shemar Stewart (Texas A&M)
- Nic Scourton (Texas A&M)
- Kyle Kennard (South Carolina)
- Mykel Williams (Georgia)
- LT Overton (Alabama)
- Josaiah Stewart (Michigan)
- James Pearce Jr. (Tennessee)
- Tyleik Williams (Ohio State)
- J.T. Tuimoloau (Ohio State)
- Jack Sawyer (Ohio State)
- Landon Jackson (Arkansas)
- Princely Umanmielen (Mississippi)
- Omarr Norman-Lott (Tennessee)
- Mike Green (Marshall)
- Jordan Burch (Oregon)
- Darius Alexander (Toledo)
Linebackers
A compact, explosive, powerful and intense front-seven defender who was asked to handle a lot of different responsibilities as a first-year starter and did an admirable job, establishing himself as an impact player for the Bulldogs. It’ll be interesting to see how different teams view his role at the next level; while Walker could likely succeed as either a linebacker or EDGE defender, the latter might be a better overall fit, as he is at his best when he’s allowed to play aggressive, attacking football, using his leverage and strength.
Looks like a solid candidate for the first round either way, even in a class that is deep up front. Should be able to step right in and improve a team’s on-field culture.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Jalon Walker >>
A versatile modern linebacker who could do a little bit of everything in school and stopped the stat sheet this past season, offering an impressive combination of awareness, effort, range, and explosiveness. May not be quite the finished product some previous Alabama linebackers have been, but has made a lot of progress since arriving in school, and his development trajectory is very projectable. Would fit best in a team that lets him play in different roles to maximize his skillset, somewhat reminiscent of Jamie Collins.
Projection: Round 1-2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Jihaad Campbell >>
A patient, disciplined, and athletic linebacker who looks comfortable playing the run or dropping into coverage, and who offers solid awareness and reliable tackling which could allow him to get onto the field relatively soon at the pro level. Has some limitations from a physical standpoint which might make him a better fit for a Will ‘backer role between big defensive tackles in an even front, as he can sometimes struggle to hold the point when blocked. In a relatively thin linebacker crop, has a chance to go on the second day.
Projection: Round 3-4
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Chris Paul Jr. >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Linebackers
- Jeffrey Bassa (Oregon)
- Barrett Carter (Clemson)
- Carson Schwesinger (UCLA)
- Demetrius Knight Jr. (South Carolina)
- Danny Stutsman (Oklahoma)
Defensive Backs
A lanky, quick, loose-hipped and flexible cornerback with outstanding ball skills and the ability to play in both man or zone coverage, he brings an aggressive approach to the position, allowing him to make some very impressive plays.
It’s been possible to throw his way in school, especially on timing-based throws to in-breaking routes, but Hunter compensates for it with his playmaking skills. He played much better this past season. Has all of the traits teams look for in a No. 1 cornerback. Would likely go within the first few picks even if teams were to view him solely as a cornerback, rather than a two-way player.
For my money, Hunter looks more natural as a receiver but might have more upside at cornerback.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Travis Hunter >>
A three-year starter who’s offered highly consistent play over the past three years for one of college football’s top programs. Having shown an ability to handle virtually any responsibility, whether high zone, robber work, downhill run defense from the box or man coverage from the slot, Starks profiles as one of the safest picks in this year’s class.
Starks should be able to step right in as a starter for any scheme and looks likely to come off the board within the first dozen picks or so.
Projection: Round 1
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Malaki Starks >>
An excellent ball-hawking high safety who plays fast as a result of his high football IQ, rapid processing and decisive style, Watts’ advanced and well-rounded play is even more surprising considering he’s only been playing safety full-time for a few years.
At his best when he’s able to get aggressive as a single-high safety, but his route recognition/anticipation skills translate to playing in the slot as well, and shows good physicality in run support from the box. A first-round talent in my book, but it seems like there’s a chance he slips into the second round.
Projection: Round 1/Round 2
Check out the full 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report for Xavier Watts >>
More 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Reports for Defensive Backs
- Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina)
- Andrew Mukuba (Texas)
- Kevin Winston Jr. (Penn State)
- Trey Amos (Mississippi)
- Shavon Revel Jr. (East Carolina)
- Maxwell Hairston (Kentucky)
- Jahdae Barron (Texas)
- Denzel Burke (Ohio State)
- Will Johnson (Michigan)
- Benjamin Morrison (Notre Dame)
- Azareye’h Thomas (Florida State)
- Darien Porter (Iowa State)
- Quincy Riley (Louisville)
- Zy Alexander (LSU)
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