As the 2024 college football regular season comes to a close, it’s time to turn our attention to the next crop of NFL superstars. The 2025 draft class is already generating plenty of buzz, with scouts raving about the elite talent on both sides of the ball. To get a jumpstart on the pre-draft process, I’ve put together my updated big board ranking the top 25 prospects in the 2025 class.
Ranking the Top 25 2025 NFL Draft Prospects
1. Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
Hunter has been a revelation this season, dominating on both offense and defense. The 6’1″ playmaker ranks seventh in the FBS with 1,036 receiving yards while snagging three interceptions on D. Many scouts believe Hunter has the talent to be a true two-way player in the NFL, a rarity in today’s specialized game. His ceiling is as high as any prospect we’ve seen in years.
2. Abdul Carter, Edge, Penn State
Carter’s explosive first step and relentless motor have made him a terror coming off the edge for the Nittany Lions. The 259-pound wrecking ball leads the nation with 18 tackles for loss and has racked up eight sacks. Carter’s versatility to play standing up or with his hand in the dirt should make him an attractive option for any defensive scheme.
3. Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
At a rock-solid 320 pounds, Graham is the immovable object in the middle of Michigan’s defense. He consistently collapses the pocket with his explosive power and has the quickness to knife into the backfield against the run. Graham impacts the game in ways that don’t always show up in the box score, though his nine career sacks are nothing to scoff at.
Other Prospects in the Top 10
- 4. Will Johnson, CB, Michigan – Lockdown corner with ideal size and ball skills
- 5. Malaki Starks, S, Georgia – Versatile safety who can cover and play the run
- 6. Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas – Elite pass protector with light feet and strong anchor
- 7. James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee – Bendy speed rusher with 7.5 sacks and a 20.3% pressure rate
- 8. Mykel Williams, Edge, Georgia – Toolsy prospect with sky-high potential
- 9. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State – Complete back with 2,062 rush yards and 27 TDs
- 10. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona – Smooth route runner averaging 113.7 yards per game
Best of the Rest: 11-25
11. Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia
12. Will Campbell, OT, LSU
13. Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
14. Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
15. Jonah Savaiinaea, G, Arizona
16. Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
17. Cam Ward, QB, Miami
18. Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
19. Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
20. Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
21. Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M
22. Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
23. Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
24. Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
25. Shemar Stewart, Edge, Texas A&M
“This 2025 class has a chance to be really special. The depth of talent at premium positions like quarterback, edge rusher, and offensive tackle is remarkable. It’s still early in the process, but this group has the potential to reshape several NFL rosters in a hurry.”
– Anonymous NFL scout
Ranking the Top Prospects at Key Positions
Here’s a quick look at how the 2025 prospects stack up at some of the most important positions on the field:
Quarterbacks
1. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
2. Cam Ward, Miami
3. Jalen Milroe, Alabama
4. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
5. Quinn Ewers, Texas
Running Backs
1. Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
2. Kaleb Johnson, Iowa
3. Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
4. Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State
5. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
Wide Receivers
1. Travis Hunter, Colorado
2. Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
3. Luther Burden III, Missouri
4. Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
5. Isaiah Bond, Texas
Tight Ends
1. Colston Loveland, Michigan
2. Tyler Warren, Penn State
3. Mason Taylor, LSU
4. Elijah Arroyo, Miami
5. Terrance Ferguson, Oregon
Offensive Tackles
1. Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
2. Will Campbell, LSU
3. Josh Simmons, Ohio State
4. Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota
5. Cameron Williams, Texas
Edge Rushers
1. Abdul Carter, Penn State
2. James Pearce Jr., Tennessee
3. Mykel Williams, Georgia
4. Nic Scourton, Texas A&M
5. Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M
Of course, these rankings are fluid and will inevitably change as we go through the pre-draft process. But as things stand now, the 2025 NFL Draft has the makings of a potentially historic class. The diversity of elite talent, especially in the trenches and at the skill positions, is eye-opening.
Buckle up, NFL fans. The future stars of the league are on their way, and they might just exceed the massive hype already building around them. The journey to the 2025 Draft starts now.
