College Football is finally here, and we will finally have new tape to watch on NFL Draft prospects. Before we get to the season, however, it is a great time to check in and see where things stand in the draft landscape.

The last mock draft that I did following the 2024 draft, I projected my own draft order, but for this mock draft, I am using the projected draft order via Tankathon. No trades are projected in this mock either, as this is merely a brief look at many of the top prospects and fits in the upcoming draft.

Be sure to share your thoughts on this in the comment section below, but without further adieu, let’s dive in!

1. Panthers- James Pearce, Jr. | EDGE | Tennessee
Pearce could afford to add a few pounds to his frame, but he is an athletic specimen coming off a double-digit sack season. Carolina can find its true long-term replacement for Brian Burns.

2. Patriots- Luther Burden III | WR | Missouri
Javon Baker and Ja’Lynn Polk are nice pieces for the future, but neither profile as a true WR1. Burden is a complete wide receiver with true WR1 upside, and he would be a wonderful fit in a New England offense which currently lacks explosion.

3. Broncos- Travis Hunter | CB | Colorado
Hunter has experience on both sides of the ball but will enter the draft as a cornerback. His long arms give receivers fits in press coverage, and he has the speed to run with any receiver. If he can add a few pounds to his frame, he will be in the conversation to be the first cornerback selected next April.

4. Giants- Shedeur Sanders | QB | Colorado
If you love irony, how would it sound to have Shedeur Sanders play for his dad’s archrival? This would be sure to create headlines in New York, but putting all drama aside, the Giants need to find an upgrade from Daniel Jones if they want to compete in a tough NFC East.

5. Titans- Will Johnson | CB | Michigan
Johnson is one of the premier lockdown corners in all of college football. Quite similar to the profile of Steelers cornerback Joey Porter, Jr., Johnson will need to be less grabby in the NFL, but his aggression is deserving of respect. He gives receivers no margin for error, and his plus instincts allow him to react to the ball quickly.

6. Commanders- Mason Graham | DT | Michigan
Michigan defensive linemen are typically distinguished by a high motor, and that is certainly the case with Graham. His first-step quickness is amongst the best in his class, and at 6’3″, 318 pounds, he profiles beautifully as a 3-technique in Washington’s 4-3 defense.

7. Raiders- Kelvin Banks, Jr. | OT | Texas
Arm length and measurements will be huge for Banks during the pre-draft process, but other than that, there are very little concerns with his game. His experience, mobility, and footwork would allow him to start for the Raiders on Day 1.

8. Saints- Carson Beck | QB | Georgia
I am not fully aboard the Carson Beck hype train yet, but there is definitely talent here. His processing is a little slow at times in the pocket, but he displays an above-average arm and throws a clean deep ball. If the Saints are picking this high next year, they will likely be in the market for a quarterback.

9. Vikings- Benjamin Morrison | CB | Notre Dame
There are times when I would like to see Morrison a little more physical at the point of attack, but his hip rotation, footwork, and change-of-direction skills are all incredibly fluid. After a slew of injuries and the unfortunate death of Khyree Jackson, the team finds itself desperate for corner help once again.

10. Cardinals- Mykel Williams | EDGE | Georgia
The freakishly talented Williams is actually 6th overall on my current big board rankings, but the demand for quarterbacks could cause him to fall outside the top 10. There is also a lot of projection with Williams, who had just 18 tackles and 4.5 sacks last season. He will step into a much bigger role this season at defensive end for the Bulldogs.

11. Seahawks- Quinn Ewers | QB | Texas
I was somewhat surprised to see Ewers return to school with Arch Manning being in line to take over at Texas in the event he left, but nonetheless, he is coming back with not only championship aspirations, but also a desire to boost his draft stock. Seattle traded for Sam Howell, but he is not considered a long-term answer after Geno Smith is gone. It is time for the team to address the position.

12. Colts- Will Campbell | OT | LSU
Bernard Reimann’s time in Indy has been filled with ups and downs, and if the team wants to protect Anthony Richardson, they need more consistency. Campbell is a day-one starter who could fill either tackle spot.

13. Buccaneers- Tetarioa McMillan | WR | Arizona
With Mike Evans getting up in age, the 6’5″ McMillan makes a ton of sense. Coming off a strong 2023 campaign which included 90 receptions for over 1,400 yards and 10 touchdowns, the Bucs could pair him with 2023 draft pick Jalen McMillan and create an elite 1-2 tandem for years to come.

14. Steelers- Malaki Starks | S | Georgia
The Steelers signed DeShon Elliott this offseason, but the team is not so strongly connected to him financially that they could not move on if Elliott is not the answer. Starks can play either safety spot thanks to his outstanding range and athleticism. He would form perhaps the strongest safety tandem in the league with veteran Minkah Fitzpatrick.

15. Jaguars- Tacario Davis | CB | Arizona
The Jaguars are not solidified at the cornerback position long-term, but adding Davis could do wonders for them. Davis broke up 15 passes this past season for Arizona, using his 6’4″ frame and long strides to make up ground on receivers he may lose a step to.

16. Chargers- Colston Loveland | TE | Michigan
After practically gutting the receiver room in Los Angeles this offseason, the Chargers will need to add to their weaponry, and what would make more sense than to draft one of the best tight ends Jim Harbaugh ever had at the collegiate level?

17. Browns- Emeka Egbuka | WR | Ohio State
The Browns are currently strong at wide receiver, but the team offered up Amari Cooper in an attempt to land Brandon Aiyuk. This does not look great for Cooper staying in Cleveland long-term, and Jerry Jeudy has been unable to stay healthy. Adding Egbuka will give them a strong-handed receiver on the perimeter.

18. Rams- Emery Jones, Jr. | OT | LSU
The “other” LSU tackle is more physically gifted than Will Campbell, but consistency in 2024 will determine his draft ceiling. With an aging Matthew Stafford, the Rams need to shore up the tackle spot next offseason.

19. Bears- Deone Walker | DL | Kentucky
Andrew Billings is not getting any younger, and he is only under contract through 2025. Considering the team is not strongly attached to him financially, it may be time to add more beef to the middle. Walker is maybe the most exciting defensive lineman in the draft next year, having racked up 7.5 sacks in 2023 at 6’6″ and nearly 350 pounds.

20. Falcons- Denzel Burke | CB | Ohio State
AJ Terrell, Mike Hughes, Clark Phillips, and company will try to formulate a better performance in the secondary than they had in 2023, but Atlanta could still use another difference-maker. Burke is another long corner who knows how to get good position against receivers on the perimeter and prevent them from getting the inside track on the ball.

21. Dolphins- Nic Scourton | EDGE | Texas A&M
Scourton is an oversized pass rusher who has an incredible feel for getting after the quarterback. After leading Purdue and the Big Ten with 10 sacks in 2023, expectations are through the roof for what he could bring to the Aggies.

22. Jets- Abdul Carter | EDGE | Penn State
The Jets have worked hard to improve their pass rush, but adding another athlete on the edge could make this unit truly elite. Carter has experience at both inside linebacker and EDGE rusher, but he projects best in the NFL at EDGE, where his initial get-off and conversion of speed to power can be fully taken advantage of.

23. Packers- Kenneth Grant | DT | Michigan
Finding a long-term replacement for Kenny Clark needs to be in the back of Green Bay’s mind, and Grant’s insane explosiveness makes him a viable replacement. With no great cornerback available here, the Packers take the upside play in the trenches.

24. Texans- Harold Perkins, Jr. | ILB | LSU
The Texans are pretty well taken care of on offense, but the middle of the defense could use some attention. Perkins can play the edge, but his lack of size will likely limit him to inside linebacker in the NFL. His elite quickness and decisiveness makes him a true sideline-to-sideline defender.

25. Cowboys- Conner Weigmann | QB | Texas A&M
Weigmann is rather inexperienced, but he has the arm, poise, and touch to get first-round consideration with a strong season. With Dak Prescott’s future unknown, Dallas may go local for their next franchise quarterback.

26. Bills- Jalon Walker | EDGE | Georgia
Walker was merely a depth piece for Georgia in 2023, but his strong performance against Alabama, which included 2 sacks, makes him a popular breakout candidate in 2024. He can be the long-term replacement for Von Miller in Buffalo.

27. Eagles- J.T. Tuimoloau | EDGE | Ohio State
I was a huge fan of Tuimoloau’s just one year ago, and I was thoroughly disappointed by his performance. However, many of Ohio State’s key defenders returned this season, giving him a prime opportunity to see his breakout this year.

28. Bengals- Parker Brailsford | C | Alabama
The Bengals have drastically improved their offensive line over the past couple seasons, but another piece along the interior would secure this unit. Brailsford is a great athlete with plus movement skills, but he needs to add significant weight.

29. Lions- Nazir Stackhouse | DL | Georgia
Most mock drafts do not put Stackhouse this high, but I love the penetration he creates and schematic versatility he provides. He is a high-motor defender who would fit wonderfully in Detroit’s up-and-coming defense.

30. Ravens- Ollie Gordon II | RB | Oklahoma State
Derrick Henry is only under contract through 2025, and the Ravens always like to keep the cupboard full at the position. Gordon’s combination of vision and power will make him one of the top at his position in next year’s draft.

31. 49ers- Jonah Savaiinaea | OL | Arizona
Savaiinaea might be better along the interior in the NFL, but the 49ers could use help at both tackle and guard. Savaiinaea would give them a plug-and-play starter whose nimbleness and technical cleanliness would give the 49ers immediate help while their championship window is still open.

32. Chiefs- Donovan Edwards | RB | Michigan
Isiah Pacheco will be entering the final year of his rookie deal in 2025, and the Chiefs might be willing to move on if it makes financial sense. Edwards is considered by many to be a Heisman contender this season, as Blake Corum’s departure to the NFL finally opens up a chance for him to get the spotlight.