There were some chaotic moments during Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft. What do Rounds 2 and 3 have in store Friday night?
Here’s a look at how the second day of the draft might unfold:
(Editor’s note: An asterisk indicates a compensatory draft pick.)
Round 2
33. Cleveland Browns: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
It should not come as a shock to people who paid close attention that Sanders fell out of the first round, nor that Jaxson Dart was selected ahead of him. That said, Sanders and Dart were very close with regard to the QB2/QB3 discussion. If Cleveland can use the extra picks it acquired Thursday to fortify its rebuild and give Sanders time to grow, this could be a great fit.
34. Houston Texans (from NYG): Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
C.J. Stroud needs protection up front, so offensive tackle could be an option for the Texans after they traded out of the first round. But adding a legit playmaker who gives off Deebo Samuel vibes feels like great value.
35. Tennessee Titans: Mike Green, edge, Marshall
There are off-field concerns surrounding Green, a top-15 prospect on several boards (including that of The Athletic’s Dane Brugler). It’s not impossible that he slides even further if teams aren’t comfortable with his situation, but he could be an elite value pick.
36. Cleveland Browns (from JAX): TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
Not only did the Browns leave the first round with an elite defender, Mason Graham, but they also have a chance to address QB and running back at the top of Round 2. Offensive tackle could be another possibility.
37. Las Vegas Raiders: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Johnson slid out of the first round for a few reasons, including speed and injury concerns. When healthy, though, he’s one of the best defensive players in this class. This could be a steal.
38. New England Patriots: Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State
One of two terrific Iowa State wideouts likely to be picked on Day 2 (Jayden Higgins being the other), Noel (5-foot-10, 194 pounds) ran a blazing 4.39-second 40-yard dash at the combine and plays without fear. He is outstanding in the air and can contort his body to bad throws. He could be a great weapon for Drake Maye.
39. Chicago Bears (from CAR): Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
In Round 1, the Bears landed Colston Loveland, a perfect fit for Ben Johnson’s offense. On Friday, Chicago has a chance to get tougher up front. The hulking 6-6, 331-pound Ersery could be a long-term answer on the left side.
40. New Orleans Saints: Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville
Whether or not Derek Carr is healthy this season, the Saints need a long-term answer at quarterback. Shough — a much better athlete than people realize — had outstanding flashes last season in Jeff Brohm’s offense. He possesses the frame (6-5, 219) and arm talent to be a potential NFL starter.
41. Chicago Bears: Donovan Ezeiruaku, edge, Boston College
This would be outstanding value for the Bears, who still need plenty of punch along their defensive front. Ezeiruaku has one of the deepest pass-rush move sets in this draft and is a very high-character player.
42. New York Jets: Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
Maybe Justin Fields cashes in on his prove-it contract and becomes the Jets’ quarterback of the future. Maybe not. Either way, being able to stash and develop an elite athlete with immense potential such as Milroe — in an offense that will use its QB in the run game — feels like a terrific fit.
43. San Francisco 49ers: Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M
In Round 1, the 49ers grabbed a potential star in freaky Georgia edge Mykel Williams. But San Francisco still needs help along its defensive front and Turner (6-3, 290) is an explosive, twitched-up pocket pusher who’d fit the bill.
44. Dallas Cowboys: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
The Cowboys were one of the pre-draft favorites to land Ashton Jeanty. With the Boise State running back off the board by pick No. 12, though, the Cowboys instead opted for another mauling guard, Tyler Booker. They have a chance to attack this deep RB class on Day 2.
45. Indianapolis Colts: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
A 240-pound linebacker who runs like a safety, Schwesinger has elite upside. He tackled everything he saw in college (136 tackles last season) but also possesses exciting coverage upside playing from the stack.
46. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL): Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
The youngest player in the draft and one of the smoothest tight ends in college football last season, Taylor — son of Jason Taylor and nephew of Zach Thomas — could be a phenomenal fit in Sean McVay’s attack for years to come.
47. Arizona Cardinals: JT Tuimoloau, edge, Ohio State
One of the savviest players in this class, regardless of position, Tuimoloau uses a deep move set coupled with great length and a high football IQ to overcome his lack of ideal explosion off the edge. A big-time producer at Ohio State, Tuimoloau was always around the football.
48. Miami Dolphins: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
This would be a total steal — Emmanwori is one of the best athletes in this draft. No one rolled the dice on him in Round 1, and safety is a tough position to peg, but it’s certainly possible Emmanwori falls this far Friday. He also could be a trade-up target for a number of teams.
49. Cincinnati Bengals: Tate Ratledge, G, Georgia
The Bengals still need to add more protection for Joe Burrow and find ways to be more efficient in the run game. Ratledge is one of this draft’s best run blockers and was a very dependable player — for a long time — at Georgia.
50. Seattle Seahawks: Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
There were not a ton of CB-needy teams this year, which caused a number of very good coverage players to slide. Amos, a long and speedy corner comfortable in man or zone, has a ton of upside.
51. Denver Broncos: Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
This is a big need for Denver, which has to find a No. 1 running back for 2025. Judkins, one half of Ohio State’s dynamic duo last season, is another true three-down weapon with plenty of upside.
52. Seattle Seahawks (from PIT): Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State
A 6-4, 214-pounder with 4.47 speed, Higgins isn’t the world-class burner DK Metcalf is, but he blends elite ball skills with a ton of length and an ability to play multiple spots in any scheme.
53. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
If Revel hadn’t gotten hurt early last season, we might have heard his name in the first round. Tampa Bay went receiver in Round 1, so it now needs to focus on shoring up its defense — particularly in the secondary.
54. Green Bay Packers: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State
The Packers (finally) took a wide receiver in Round 1 — Texas burner Matthew Golden. Corner is a need here, and Thomas, one of the longest and most disruptive man-coverage players in the class, would be very good value.
55. Los Angeles Chargers: Landon Jackson, edge, Arkansas
The Chargers could go tight end or defensive tackle at this spot. But edge is a need, and Jackson — a 6-6, 264-pounder with speed and length — can be an edge setter or pass rusher with the ability to drop and cover for Jesse Minter.
56. Buffalo Bills (from MIN via HOU): Darius Alexander, DT, Toledo
The Bills need to get younger up front defensively — and more depth for 2025 couldn’t hurt, either. Alexander is long, powerful and quick, and he comes from one of the hardest-working programs in America.
57. Carolina Panthers (from LAR): Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame
Edge also should be a Day 2 priority for Carolina, but safety is a need right now — there are just three true safeties on the roster. Watts, a former receiver and linebacker with a great eye for the football, could fit nicely next to new addition Tre’von Moehrig.
58. Houston Texans: Jonah Savaiinaea, G, Arizona
The Texans’ trade out of the first round gave them the opportunity to address two serious needs with possible starters in Round 2. Savaiinaea is a versatile guard who would help keep Stroud upright.
59. Baltimore Ravens: Jordan Burch, edge, Oregon
The Ravens hit the jackpot at the end of Round 1 with Malaki Starks, a perfect fit for their roster. Burch, a versatile edge who can play inside, would be another.
60. Detroit Lions: Nic Scourton, edge, Texas A&M
Scourton’s high motor and high character would be terrific fits on Dan Campbell’s squad. Addressing DT and edge before the end of Day 2 would cross off a pair of big needs for the Lions.
61. Washington Commanders: Oluwafemi Oladejo, edge, UCLA
A physical edge presence who is very difficult to seal and has enough speed to chase down players in the backfield, Oladejo could help fix a leaky Commanders run defense.
62. Buffalo Bills: Jack Bech, WR, TCU
The Bills will be in the market for another pass catcher at some point this weekend, and Bech — a star of the Senior Bowl who has given many scouts Puka Nacua vibes — could be a great fit with Josh Allen.
63. Kansas City Chiefs: Dylan Sampson, RB, Tennessee
One of the fastest ball carriers in the SEC last season, Sampson could form a perfect combination with Isiah Pacheco and provide another dynamic option in Kansas City’s backfield.
64. Philadelphia Eagles: Jack Sawyer, edge, Ohio State
A powerful, physical and highly competitive presence on the edge, Sawyer is a passionate defender and got better every year at Ohio State. Another potential defensive standout from an elite college program for the Eagles.
Round 3
65. New York Giants: Miles Frazier, G, LSU
66. Kansas City Chiefs (from TEN): Princely Umanmielen, edge, Ole Miss
67. Cleveland Browns: Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State
68. Las Vegas Raiders: Danny Stutsman, LB, Oklahoma
69. New England Patriots: Bradyn Swinson, edge, LSU
70. Jacksonville Jaguars: Joshua Farmer, DT, Florida State
71. New Orleans Saints: Kevin Winston Jr., S, Penn State
72. Chicago Bears: Trevor Etienne, RB, Georgia
73. New York Jets: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami
74. Carolina Panthers: Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College
75. San Francisco 49ers: Charles Grant, OT, William & Mary
76. Dallas Cowboys: Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss
77. New England Patriots (from ATL): Jordan James, RB, Oregon
78. Arizona Cardinals: Nohl Williams, CB, Cal
79. Houston Texans (from MIA via WAS/PHI): Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State
80. Indianapolis Colts: Jonas Sanker, S, Virginia
81. Cincinnati Bengals: Alfred Collins, DT, Texas
82. Seattle Seahawks: Ashton Gillotte, Edge, Louisville
83. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse
84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Billy Bowman Jr., S, Oklahoma
85. Denver Broncos: Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon
86. Los Angeles Chargers: Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green
87. Green Bay Packers: T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina
88. Jacksonville Jaguars (from MIN): RJ Harvey, RB, UCF
89. Houston Texans: Anthony Belton, OT, NC State
90. Los Angeles Rams: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
91. Baltimore Ravens: Marcus Mbow, G/C, Purdue
92. Seattle Seahawks (from DET via NYJ/LV): Jared Wilson, C, Georgia
93. New Orleans Saints (from WAS): Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
94. Cleveland Browns (from BUF): Quincy Riley, CB, Louisville
95. Kansas City Chiefs: Ty Hamilton, DT, Ohio State
96. Philadelphia Eagles: Lathan Ransom, S, Ohio State
97. Minnesota Vikings*: Andrew Mukuba, S, Texas
98. Miami Dolphins*: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State
99. Houston Texans (from NYG)*: Omarr Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee
100. San Francisco 49ers*: Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State
101. Atlanta Falcons*: Demetrius Knight Jr., LB, South Carolina
102. Detroit Lions*: Josiah Stewart, Edge, Michigan
(Top photos of Shedeur Sanders and Will Johnson: Stacy Revere, David Berding / Getty Images)
