2025 NFL Mock Draft: Which QB will Giants take? Will Jets look for Aaron Rodgers’ successor? | amNewYork

For at least 24 hours, the New York Giants held the No. 1 overall pick in 2025 NFL Mock Drafts after dropping their ninth straight game on Sunday to the Baltimore Ravens. 

While waiting for the equally inept Las Vegas Raiders, who own the tiebreaker of a weaker strength of schedule, to face the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night, the race for the top pick is the only thing left of substance for Big Blue’s season. 

Sweeping changes could come throughout the organization if co-owner John Mara heeds the pleas of the planes that have flown over MetLife Stadium in each of the last two weeks and moves on from general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll — both of whom have continued to make a mockery of a once-proud organization that was set back to the dark ages during the rein of Dave Gettleman. 

What appears to be a definite is that the Giants will be taking a quarterback with their first-round pick, whether that comes at No. 1 or No. 2 this April. The Daniel Jones experiment failed, and the tryouts for Tommy DeVito and Drew Lock have been downright bad. 

What it comes down to is where they will be choosing and who will be in charge of making that franchise-altering decision.

2025 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 (top 10 picks)

1. Las Vegas Raiders (2-11 as of Monday afternoon): Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

While Giants fans might be fantasizing about Sanders slinging passes to Malik Nabers as the two did on the streets of New York City during Heisman Trophy weekend, the Raiders would likely go with the Colorado quarterback if they get the top pick. Sanders is a quick, accurate passer who has shown improved touch on his downfield passes. In 12 games this season, he has completed 74.2% of his passes for 3,926 yards, 35 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.

2. New York Giants (2-12): Cam Ward, QB, Miami (FL)

Ward’s first year with the Hurricanes after transferring from Washington State could not have gone much better. He was a Heisman finalist, throwing for 4,123 yards with 36 touchdowns and seven interceptions while completing 67.4% of his passes — a collegiate career-high for him. He presents a dual-threat option that will have everyone attempting to draw similarities with Schoen and Daboll’s former protege, Josh Allen, who is on his way to an NFL MVP this season. A talent like his would force the Giants’ vanilla offense to show some gumption and begin utilizing the young, dynamic receivers in its ranks like Nabers, Wan’Dale Robinson, and Jalin Hyatt. 

3. New England Patriots (3-11): Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado

The Heisman Trophy winner is a talent that harkens back to the days of yore — a two-way star who was one of college football’s best receivers and cornerbacks. He projects better as a cornerback but could quickly develop into a No. 2 wide receiver on any team that drafts him. New England might have something in Drake Maye, which ensures they do not have to reach for a passer here.

4. Jacksonville Jaguars (3-11): Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

The Jaguars have allowed six yards per play this season, which is the worst in the NFL. Their defensive deficiencies were put on full display on Sunday when the sputtering New York Jets ripped them apart in the second half, particularly through the connection of Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams (nine receptions, 198 yards, two touchdowns). Johnson is the best outside cornerback of the class and could help Jacksonville rectify this glaring issue.

5. Carolina Panthers (3-11): Mason Graham, DT, Michigan

Bryce Young has played well enough down the stretch to earn himself a bit more time under center in Carolina. That should allow the Panthers to shift to the opposite side of the ball and a paltry defensive line that is a major player in the team’s league-worst rushing defense. Graham has shown an ability to shed blocks late to blow up plays along the line and is an imposing pass rusher.

6. Tennessee Titans (3-11): Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

The Titans are in an awkward spot where they could not justify drafting a Quinn Ewers or Jalen Milroe (projected second-rounders) here to replace Will Levis. Considering the abundance of needs this roster has, including wide receiver and offensive line (specifically right tackle), they could be better served trading down and stockpiling picks. For the sake of this mock, though, we have them picking the top wide receiver available in McMillan, who has put up 1,300 yards in each of his last two seasons with a combined 18 touchdowns. 

7. Cleveland Browns (3-11): Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

The Browns could also use some offensive line help, but the potential availability of Carter — ESPN’s No. 1 ranked prospect — might be too alluring to pass up. The edge rusher has been a force with the Nittany Lions this season, racking up 10 sacks and 20 tackles for loss. Lining him up opposite Myles Garrett would certainly be something special.

8. New York Jets (4-10): Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

With new leadership coming within the next few months, the Jets do not know what direction they are going in. That includes Aaron Rodgers’s future, who wants to stay with Gang Green in 2025 if he plays next year. Sunday’s win over the Jaguars hurt their draft stock to the point that getting a quarterback might be out of the question if the teams in front of them, like Tennessee and Cleveland, panic and reach for replacements for Levis and Deshaun Watson. The Jets’ offensive line has been better this season, but it could get younger, and taking the Vince Lombardi Award winner in Banks would certainly help that. The organization seemed content in having rookie Olu Fashanu play right tackle before injuries moved him back to his natural position. If they shift him back to the right next year, Banks could slot in at left tackle.

9. Chicago Bears (4-9): Will Campbell, OT, LSU

The Bears need to find a way to better protect rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Their offensive line has the worst sack percentage in the NFL and needs to be completely revamped. Campbell would help do just that. 

10. New Orleans Saints (5-9): Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

An aging roster could use a refresh in plenty of spots, but defensive end is emerging as one of New Orleans’ greatest needs. Enter Mykel Williams, a quick and powerful pass rusher with five sacks, nine tackles for loss, and two forced fumbles in 11 games this season with the Bulldogs. 

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