2025 NFL draft rankings: Jordan Reid’s top 50 prospects
The college footballbowl season starts Saturday, and the 12-team College Football Playoff kicks off on Dec. 21. I’ve spent the season traveling the country, taking notes on players, talking to scouts and making observations about the 2025 NFL draft class. So it’s a perfect time to unveil my top 50 players.
Keep in mind there are more than four months until the draft on April 24 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. So these rankings are bound to change several times between now and when commissioner Roger Goodell steps to the podium. But this is how I see these prospects right now, starting with one of the most unique players to play college football in a quarter century.
I included scouting reports on each of the top 50 players and then listed my top five at every position at the bottom. All stats are through conference championship weekend, and underclassmen are marked with an asterisk. Let’s get after it.
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1. Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 185
Hunter’s combination of natural instincts, ball skills and positional flexibility is why he’s the top player on my board. He has 92 receptions for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns as a receiver but has arguably been an even better cornerback, where he’s tied for second in the Big 12 with four interceptions. His ability to play both ways has elicited comparisons to Hall of Famers Champ Bailey and Charles Woodson, and there are legitimate questions on where he’ll play in the NFL. Hunter could be the first corner to be drafted No. 1 overall or the first receiver selected with that pick since Keyshawn Johnson in 1996.
Check out some of Travis Hunter’s best 2024 moments with Colorado as he makes his way to New York as a Heisman finalist.
2. Mason Graham, DT, Michigan*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 320
Graham has been a mainstay of the Wolverines’ defense since becoming a starter early in his freshman season. His hand speed, strength and ability to disengage from blocks project him as an immediate starter in the NFL. Graham is a stout run defender who can maintain gaps and create penetration at the first level. He is also disruptive as a pass rusher, and his 19 pressures are tied for 14th in the FBS at defensive tackle. Graham frequently beats single blocks and creates negative plays in the backfield.
3. Abdul Carter, Edge, Penn State*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 259
Carter started slowly in his first season fully transitioning from off-ball linebacker to the edge, but he eventually showed why he’s capable of being a 3-4 outside linebacker or 4-3 defensive end in the NFL. A two-sack performance against Illinois in Week 4 really got him going, and Carter finished the regular season with 10 sacks and an 18.3% pressure rate, the third highest in the FBS. He is an explosive and rangy player off the edge who should make an immediate NFL impact.
4. Will Johnson, CB, Michigan*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 202
Johnson has the prototypical build of a top NFL corner plus the fluidity necessary to play a variety of coverages. He’s rarely sped up by opponents, as his calculated backpedal and natural transition skills allow him to keep pace in man coverage. Johnson is comfortable in press and off-man coverage and is a playmaker with top-notch ball skills, as shown by his nine career interceptions and three pick-sixes. Johnson played only six games in 2024 because of a toe injury but returned two interceptions for TDs.
5. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State*
Height: 5-9 | Weight: 217
Running backs usually aren’t ranked this high, but Jeanty is a special case. He has nearly as many yards after contact (1,652) than the No. 2 running back in the nation, North Carolina’s Omarion Hampton, has total (1,660). Jeanty has 2,497 rushing yards — 132 away from breaking Barry Sanders’ single-season record — and 29 touchdowns. He is also a capable receiver out of the backfield (43 passes for 569 yards and five TDs in 2023), and his vision and contact balance make him a top player in the upcoming draft.
6. Malaki Starks, S, Georgia*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 205
Starks’ versatility is what stands out most, as he can play in coverage and serve in run support at a high level at either safety spot. He’s a savvy third-level defender who isn’t afraid to take chances and trusts his excellent instincts when reading routes. Starks hasn’t made as many flashy plays this season as in the past because he has had to shoulder a bigger workload because of Georgia’s inconsistent and inexperienced cornerbacks.
7. Mykel Williams, Edge, Georgia*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 265
Williams was my top overall player entering the season but dropped after an ankle injury sustained in the season opener caused him to sit out two games and slowed him until midseason. His frame is ideal for playing the edge, but Williams is not an instinctive pass rusher, instead relying on length and manufactured pressure to win rushes. That length makes him an NFL-ready run defender, though, as it’s difficult for blockers to get into his frame. Williams is a long-term developmental player as a pass rusher, but he’s only 20 years old and similar to Danielle Hunter as a prospect.
8. Will Campbell, G/OT, LSU*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 323
Campbell has been a starter since arriving on campus. He excels in run blocking, using his superb hand strength to overwhelm and reposition defenders while clearing lanes on the first level. His pass blocking is more robotic, but Campbell’s poise and polished technique allow him to regularly win reps against pass rushers. Though he has played tackle at LSU, his lack of arm length might push him inside to guard in the NFL. He’d be a fine professional tackle but has the potential to be an A-level interior starter.
9. Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 205
Banks arguably has the best physical traits in the 2025 tackle class, as his light feet and movement ability have made him a starter since he was a freshman. Those attributes allow him to mirror and match defenders in pass protection, but he can also bury his opponent while run blocking. Banks relies heavily on his traits, which can get him off-balance, causing him to lunge and end up on the ground more than he should. He is in line to become the first Texas offensive lineman to go in Round 1 since Mike Williams in 2002.
10. Cam Ward, QB, Miami
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 223
Ward is the fast-rising quarterback of the 2025 class, mirroring players such as Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels. He led the Hurricanes to their first 10-win season since 2017 thanks to 4,123 passing yards and 36 touchdowns with only seven interceptions. He is an electric playmaker with a shortstop-like throwing motion that allows him to rip it to all areas of the field. He sometimes has too much faith in his arm and can produce head-scratching, turnover-worthy plays, similar to how Jordan Love was at Utah State. Ward can be a high-level starter with the right playcaller and could be the first QB off the board.
11. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 212
McMillan is a big-bodied receiver who snatches the ball out of the air and makes tough catches outside of his frame. But he is also versatile enough to play in the slot and on the outside. That helped him to 84 catches for 1,139 yards and eight touchdowns this season, and his 109.9 yards per game rank fifth in the FBS. McMillan has average speed and won’t separate from defenders but excels in contested-catch situations in which he can high point the ball or box out defenders. He’s a similar prospect to Drake London, who was selected No. 8 overall in 2022.
12. Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 215
Sanders is the most polished passer in the 2025 class. He has 3,926 passing yards with 35 touchdowns to only eight interceptions and displays excellent ball placement and poise. His 6.3% off-target percentage is the second lowest in the FBS, allowing his receivers to gain yards after the catch. Sanders needs to improve in playing on time and getting the ball out quicker, as his 2.88 seconds to throw ranks 97th in the FBS. He was also sacked 38 times, fourth worst in the FBS. Sanders is not super mobile, but his accuracy and steadiness under pressure make him a first-rounder.
Kimberley A. Martin, Domonique Foxworth and Andrew Hawkins explain why they are wary of how Shedeur Sanders would fit with the New York Giants.
13. Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 257
Warren has risen to the top of a good tight end class after a huge season. First-year Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki unlocked Warren’s production and he has 88 catches for 1,062 yards and six touchdowns. He can attack and find holes in zone coverage and can win against contested man coverage, which he showed during a 17-catch, 224-yard performance against USC. Warren also adds value as a flexed-out or inline run blocker and can contribute immediately in the NFL.
14. Jalon Walker, Edge, Georgia*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 245
Walker has been Georgia’s most consistent defender this season and has shot up draft boards. He alternates between edge and off-ball linebacker, allowing coaches to utilize his versatility. Walker is a physical player whose 17.7% pressure rate is third highest in the FBS. He has 6.5 sacks this season, highlighted by a three-sack performance against Texas on Oct. 19. He’s a bit of a tweener, so Walker will need a playcaller who can mix and match his alignments.
15. James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 242
Pearce has A-level acceleration and closing speed when rushing the passer, helping him to an FBS-best 19.8% pressure rate and 7.5 sacks. His speed, coupled with a dynamic first step, allows him to race past blockers and causes them to abandon their technique. Pearce can stand up or put his hand in the dirt, though there are questions about his scheme fit. He is a bit inconsistent as a run defender and needs to add weight, so he’ll probably start his NFL career has a situational rusher.
16. Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 305
I’m higher on Nolen than most, as he thrived in his first season at Ole Miss after transferring from Texas A&M. He is an explosive 3-technique with finishing ability, helping him to a career-high 6.5 sacks this season. His get-off is consistent, allowing him to easily penetrate the first level and disrupt the timing of opposing offenses. He also maintains gap control at the point of attack. Is Nolen finally realizing the potential that made him a No. 1 overall recruit, or was this a one-year bump? That’s the question he’ll face from scouts.
17. Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 310
Simmons was on his way to challenging for OT1 status before sustaining a season-ending left knee injury against Oregon on Oct. 12. Before that, he hadn’t given up a sack or pressure in six games, which included a matchup against Marshall edge rusher Mike Green (whom we’ll talk about later). Simmons showed growth at left tackle after some bumps in 2023 following a transfer from San Diego State and could be a top-20 pick as long as his knee injury isn’t too severe.
18. Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri*
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 208
Burden was moved around Missouri’s offense in his three seasons, which were highlighted by his 86 catches for 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns as a sophomore. His production dropped in 2024 (61 receptions, 676 yards, six touchdowns) due to inconsistent quarterback play, but Burden is a dynamic and competitive wideout who has forced an FBS-leading 59 missed tackles on catches over the past two seasons. Burden needs more consistency with his route tree, but his potential as a catch-and-run threat projects him as a high-end WR2 who can complement an established WR1.
19. Shemar Stewart, Edge, Texas A&M*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 290
Stewart has only 4.5 sacks in three seasons, but his 8.1% pressure rate at defensive tackle this season is the 17th-best mark in the FBS. His time to first pressure (2.45 seconds) ranks fifth in the country and showcases his ability to get to the QB in a hurry. He is a toolsy prospect who has rushed off the edge and inside and could be a better pro than college player. He’ll need to go to a patient team that can develop his finishing production, but Stewart’s natural traits and hand maturity will get him on the field early.
20. Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 244
Campbell broke out as a junior, with 102 tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss and five sacks, making him one of the biggest risers in this class. He is rangy at the second level and has the versatility to rush the passer, as his 17.6% pressure rate is second best among FBS linebackers. He is also comfortable covering running backs and tight ends in man coverage while staying aware when dropping in zone. Campbell’s tackling needs work (he missed eight this season), especially with wrapping up and finishing. He projects as a weakside linebacker who can be used as a situational pass rusher.
21. Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 310
Harmon was a dynamic transfer who wreaked havoc on the inside for the Ducks. He lost 10 pounds after arriving at Oregon, which allowed him to be explosive as an interior rusher, as his 10.9% pressure percentage from inside ranked second among FBS defensive tackles. Harmon sometimes plays out of control and overruns plays, but more body command and better finishing would have him near the top of a deep defensive tackle class.
22. Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 245
Loveland is arguably the best receiving tight end in the 2025 class and finished this season with 56 catches for 582 yards and five touchdowns despite Michigan’s lackluster quarterback play. He can play as an in-line or flexed-out tight end and shows excellent range as a pass catcher; he can grab passes well outside the strike zone. He doesn’t provide much as a run blocker or have the strength to latch and sustain at the point of attack, but the mismatches he presents in the passing game make him a top prospect.
23. Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 339
Grant showed some of the best flashes of any defensive tackle in the 2025 class. After only six games of 30 or more snaps in 2023, he played at least 40 snaps in 10 games this season. His size allows him to clog inside gaps, and Grant can push the pocket and condense the throwing area. His average time to first pressure (2.79 seconds) ranks 33rd among FBS defensive linemen. He needs to be more consistent as an early-down run defender and must improve his pad level, but Grant has the effort and motor that NFL teams desire.
24. Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 193
Revel created buzz with scouts entering the season and backed that up with two interceptions in his first three games, including a pick-six on Sept. 14 against Appalachian State. He sustained a torn ACL in that game and sat out the rest of the season, but Revel showed impressive instincts. His size allows him to be a big press man corner, but he also displays eye discipline in space while playing zone. He’s a high-end risk taker and can be grabby on the top of route stems, which will need to be coached out of him.
25. Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 205
Egbuka returned to form after an injury-riddled 2023 and might be one of the safest picks in the 2025 draft. He has sure hands, can play from the outside or in the slot and is a crafty route runner who knows how to get open with creative route stems and body movements. He’s great at using leverage to gain separation and is extremely consistent. Egbuka’s lack of true vertical burst limits his upside, but he projects as an instant-impact starter and a complementary option, like former Ohio State teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Emeka Egbuka catches his third touchdown of the game, dancing on Iowa’s defense.
26. Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 200
Barron is a very versatile defensive back who played star and nickel before transitioning to outside corner this season. Quarterbacks have mostly stayed away from throwing to his side this season, as he has allowed a 12.4 QBR on throws in which he is the primary defender, which ranks 17th in the FBS. When QBs test him it doesn’t go well for them, as Barron has picked off five passes. He is also a scrappy run defender who’s willing to get dirty. He’s capable of playing several positions in the NFL but best projects as a nickel corner.
27. Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 315
Conerly has helped himself tremendously this season, ranking 18th in the FBS with a 1.5% pressure rate allowed at tackle and allowing only six pressures. He plays with good bend and has B-level range in pass sets, and his initial strike allows him to be the aggressor in pass protection. He’s also capable of repositioning his hands against quick rushers, though his hand placement is inconsistent and his play strength needs to be developed. Conerly isn’t an NFL starter right now but has the upside to start at either tackle spot in time.
28. Tyler Booker, G, Alabama*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 325
Booker leads a down interior offensive line class, as he’s a guard-only prospect. He’s dominant in the run game by paving interior run lanes. He’s also steady in pass protection, as his active feet allow him to stay in front of rushers. He’s arguably the most consistent lineman in this draft and hasn’t allowed a pressure while playing guard this season. His NFL-ready strength makes him an instant starter contender at either guard spot.
29. Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 285
Scourton is a premier pass rusher who has 15 sacks the past two seasons thanks to his variety of pass-rush moves. His sturdy frame allows him to overpower tackles, but he can change the pace, most notably with a creative spin move. His frame allows him to rush from the interior and create mismatches against guards. Scourton has average flexibility and lower-body suddenness, but his considerable youth (he won’t turn 21 until August) gives him upside and room for further development.
30. Drew Allar, QB, Penn State*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 238
Allar has made considerable strides with his accuracy, increasing his completion percentage from 59.9% in 2023 to 69.1% this season. That improvement, coupled with his NFL-ready frame and arm strength, has him rising up draft boards. Allar has thrown for 2,894 yards and 21 touchdowns to seven interceptions and has unwavering confidence. Though his accuracy has improved, he needs more consistency there and must speed up his decision-making, as his 2.75-second time to throw ranks 61st in the FBS. Allar’s traits and improvement could make him QB3 in the 2025 class if he declares.
Drew Allar brings Penn State within eight points late in the fourth quarter with a touchdown pass to Harrison Wallace III against the Ducks.
31. Tyleik Williams, DT, Ohio State
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 327
Williams’ imposing frame makes him difficult to move, as he can lock out his arms, maintain his gap and disengage to make plays. He is a rock-solid gap eater with good quickness, and he provides value as a pocket pusher. He controls the A gap through his competitiveness and pad level, allowing his teammates to make plays. His strength and ability to handle single blockers make him a quality prospect for teams that need to improve their run defense.
32. Mike Green, Edge, Marshall*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 248
Don’t be surprised if Green shoots up draft boards after a season in which he led the FBS in sacks (17.0), was second in pressures off the edge (46) and was seventh in pressure rate (16.3%). He’s a relentless pressure generator with high-end suddenness that allows him to also drop in coverage. He needs to become stronger, work on his hand placement and setting the edge as a run defender.
33. Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 186
Hairston is generating hype, as one NFC area scout told me he was “shocked more people aren’t talking about him in this corner class.” Hairston can turn and run with ease while staying in phase and deftly switching his focus from the receiver to finding the ball. He has an interception and five pass breakups this season despite dealing with a nagging shoulder injury. He is tough in run support, showing the ability to play downhill and strike ball carriers. He projects as a man coverage corner who fits best in that type of scheme.
34. Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 330
Ersery’s basketball background has helped give him quick feet, which combined with his excellent arm length makes it difficult for edge rushers to cleanly get around him. He also shows physicality and tenacity as a run blocker. Ersery has average reactive quickness and tends to lunge into blocks, which is the main source of the eight pressures he gave up this season. He needs to play with a wider base and maintain his technique. He fits best with teams that employ gap-run schemes.
35. Landon Jackson, Edge, Arkansas
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 280
Jackson’s decision to return for his senior season paid off, as he has tied his career high with 6.5 sacks while generating a 10% pressure percentage off the edge. He has a massive frame with long arms and top-notch closing speed. Development is needed, as Jackson is still working on turning his elite traits into consistent production. He’s an experimental pass rusher who probably will start as a situational rusher and grow into a bigger role with time and continued work.
36. Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 190
Morrison is a technician, as his excellent hand timing and ability to turn and run with receivers makes him one of the best press corners in the 2025 draft. He has elite ball production, with nine career interceptions, and he rarely has trouble with sudden route runners. Morrison gets himself in trouble by pulling and grabbing receivers who are changing directions. He also needs to add bulk and has a concerning injury history, undergoing shoulder surgery in March and sustaining a hip injury in October.
37. Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas*
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 180
Bond can flat-out fly, as his top-end speed forces defensive backs to play catchup, but he also creates big plays with shiftiness on quick passes. He hasn’t been the same since sustaining an ankle injury against Oklahoma on Oct. 12, surpassing 50 receiving yards only once in the six games he has played since then. That said, he set a career high this season with five touchdown receptions. When healthy, Bond is an explosive three-level threat who can flip a game with one play.
38. Cameron Williams, OT, Texas*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 335
Kelvin Banks Jr. was the Texas tackle receiving hype entering the season, but Williams has made a name for himself in scouting circles. He’s quite raw, having started only 12 career games but has all the ideal traits of an NFL offensive tackle. He generates movement with his powerful run blocking but remains a work in progress in pass protection, giving up four sacks and 10 pressures this season. Williams will need a proven offensive line coach to help with his balance and recovery, and to prep him on handling secondary moves from pass rushers.
39. Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 345
Walker is an enormous presence, though he’s coming off a frustrating season that saw his sack total fall from 7.5 in 2023 to 1.5 in 2024. His body type is distinctive for a defensive tackle, with a big upper body and a smaller lower body. Walker plays with light feet and a good motor, pursues with purpose and closes quickly on the ball. His height gives him a high pad level and makes run defense tough, which coupled with his scheme fit makes him one of the most difficult prospects to project in the 2025 class.
40. Mason Taylor, TE, LSU*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 245
The son of Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, Mason is LSU’s all-time leader in receptions (129) and receiving yards (1,308) for tight ends. Even with that, one could argue that Taylor has been underutilized, as he has a great feel for finding holes and settling into zones. He is a big target on deep overs and crossing routes, and his run-after-catch ability makes him better suited as a flexed-out tight end, though he is capable of occasionally playing in-line.
Hall-of-Famer Jason Taylor and LSU tight end Mason Taylor share how their lives have been impacted by football and the special bond between father and son.
41. Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 227
Emmanwori is a rugged, physical strong safety who is savvy in coverage and has good ball instincts, which have resulted in six interceptions over the past two seasons. He also has the frame and physicality to be an asset in run defense. Emmanwori is a prime candidate to test well at the combine, though he’ll need to be paired with a creative defensive coordinator who gives him a defined role.
42. Jonah Savaiinaea, G/OT, Arizona*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 336
Savaiinaea plays both guard and tackle and serves as the anchor of the right side of the Wildcats’ front. He’s a powerful blocker with strength in his lower half and hands. He has been as solid as any tackle in the country, giving up only six pressures and no sacks this season. He has the traits to stay at tackle, but I feel like his power and strength are more of an asset on the interior.
43. Evan Stewart, WR, Oregon*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 175
After an injury-riddled 2023 at Texas A&M, Stewart transferred to Oregon and has had a roller-coaster season, catching 48 passes for 613 yards and five touchdowns. He saved his best for the biggest games, gaining 149 yards against Ohio State and another 112 against Boise State. Stewart plays with suddenness and is an instant accelerator who can take the top off a defense. He has lacked consistency, but the flashes in big games show what he’s capable of doing.
44. Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 220
Ashton Jeanty’s historic season has overshadowed a stellar campaign by Hampton, who has rushed for 1,660 yards and 16 touchdowns. He is extremely consistent, gaining more than 100 yards in 10 games this season. Hampton is hard to bring down and is second in the FBS in yards after first contact (1,026) and fifth in forced missed tackles (70). He runs with a north-south style and creates explosive plays, though he’s not shifty in tight spaces. He is similar to David Montgomery and is best suited in a pairing with a dynamic rusher who is a receiving threat.
45. Marcus Mbow, C, Purdue*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 300
Mbow has played both guard and tackle at Purdue and is a prospect who has been rising up draft boards this season. He’s excellent in space and gains advantageous angles because of his ability to fire out of his stance. He can also bang with rushers when needed and sustain his blocks. Though Mbow has been a right tackle the past two seasons, I have him graded as a center. He’ll have to prove he can snap the ball, but his quickness, physicality and scheme versatility bodes well in a down center class.
46. Armand Membou, OT/G, Missouri*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 314
Membou is primed to make a huge leap, as he was one of the most impressive prospects I saw while on the scouting trail this fall. He limited a potent South Carolina front when I saw him and gave up only one sack this season. He’s not flashy, winning with strength and a physical demeanor while keeping his frame square with blockers. Some scouts project Membou as a guard, but he has been successful as a tackle and should get a chance to play there first.
47. Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 210
Ayomanor is a fluid and smooth player who produced for a struggling Cardinal team this season, accumulating 63 receptions for 831 yards and six touchdowns. He runs routes with a purpose and gets open against all coverages with his ability to threaten the cushion given to him by cornerbacks. Ayomanor needs to reduce his drops, as he has seven this season, but the redshirt sophomore has room to grow.
48. Kyle Kennard, Edge, South Carolina
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 254
Kennard has been a force after transferring from Georgia Tech, leading the SEC with 11.5 sacks while racking up 33 pressures off the edge, the 18th-best mark in the FBS. Kennard rushes with effort and craftily mixes and matches his pass rushes. He has the necessary speed to win around the corner, and the instincts to win with his hands. He is a three-down rusher and can fill a similar role at the next level.
49. Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 245
Arroyo was a big-play threat this season, hauling in 31 passes for 526 yards and six touchdowns, but he is also a willing run blocker. He doesn’t displace defenders but will initiate contact and use his feet to stay engaged in single blocks. Injuries were an issue before this season, limiting him to five games the previous two years, but Arroyo is a high-upside receiving prospect.
50. Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 225
Milroe is a dangerous dual-threat signal-caller, but this season saw him grow as a passer under first-year coach Kalen DeBoer. He has completed 65.9% of his passes with 2,652 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. He has added 719 yards and 20 touchdowns on the ground. Milroe throws a great deep ball but needs to improve his accuracy and decision-making on underneath passes, as five of his interceptions this season were on passes thrown five or fewer yards downfield. He’ll need to be put in a scheme that incorporates a mixture of downfield passes and designed QB runs in the NFL.
Rankings at every position
Quarterback
1. Cam Ward, Miami
2. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
3. Drew Allar, Penn State
4. Jalen Milroe, Alabama
5. Carson Beck, Georgia
Running back
1. Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
2. Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
3. TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State
4. Kaleb Johnson, Iowa
5. Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State
End Zone! Omarion Hampton scores 75-yard rushing touchdown
Fullback/H-back
1. Harold Fannin Jr., Bowling Green
2. Jake Briningstool, Clemson
3. Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
Wide receiver
1. Travis Hunter, Colorado
2. Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
3. Luther Burden III, Missouri
4. Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
5. Isaiah Bond, Texas
Tight end
1. Tyler Warren, Penn State
2. Colston Loveland, Michigan
3. Mason Taylor, LSU
4. Elijah Arroyo, Miami
5. Terrance Ferguson, Oregon
Offensive tackle
1. Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
2. Josh Simmons, Ohio State
3. Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon
4. Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota
5. Cameron Williams, Texas
Guard
1. Will Campbell, LSU
2. Tyler Booker, Alabama
3. Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona
4. Armand Membou, Missouri
5. Emery Jones Jr., LSU
Center
1. Marcus Mbow, Purdue
2. Jared Wilson, Georgia
3. Seth McLaughlin, Ohio State
4. Jake Slaughter, Florida
5. Jonah Monheim, USC
Edge rusher
1. Abdul Carter, Penn State
2. Mykel Williams, Georgia
3. Jalon Walker, Georgia
4. James Pearce Jr., Tennessee
5. Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M
Defensive tackle
1. Mason Graham, Michigan
2. Walter Nolen, Ole Miss
3. Derrick Harmon, Oregon
4. Kenneth Grant, Michigan
5. Tyleik Williams, Ohio State
Check out the numbers for Michigan DT Mason Graham, who announced he will enter the 2025 NFL draft.
Linebacker
1. Jihaad Campbell, Alabama
2. Danny Stutsman, Oklahoma
3. Barrett Carter, Clemson
4. Chris Paul Jr., Ole Miss
5. Deontae Lawson, Alabama
Cornerback
1. Travis Hunter, Colorado
2. Will Johnson, Michigan
3. Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina
4. Jahdae Barron, Texas
5. Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky
Safety
1. Malaki Starks, Georgia
2. Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina
3. Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State
4. Xavier Watts, Notre Dame
5. Billy Bowman Jr., Oklahoma
