


The Tennessee Titans explored all their options with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.
They can’t pass up a shot at a potential franchise quarterback.
If the Titans were going to trade the pick for more draft assets, a deal would’ve happened already. Coach Brian Callahan said “there is no price that you can put on those type of players if you think they’re that caliber of quarterback.”
Miami’s Cam Ward has seemingly convinced the Titans he can be that guy.
So, the real intrigue begins with the Cleveland Browns at No. 2. They need a franchise QB, too. Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders will be available but two-way star Travis Hunter and Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter are more likely to go there.
Here’s the third and final edition of the AP’s 2025 mock draft:
1. Titans >> Cam Ward, quarterback, Miami
Ward has impressed Tennessee’s staff with his talent, knowledge and confidence. After setting school records at Miami in 2024, Ward could be a long-term answer for the Titans.
Ward led the nation with 39 touchdown passes and finished second with 4,313 yards passing while leading the Hurricanes to a 10-3 record.
2. Browns >> Travis Hunter, cornerback/wide receiver, Colorado
Hunter, the Heisman winner, wants to play cornerback and wide receiver and the Browns need help at both positions. After trading for Kenny Pickett, they signed 2023 Comeback Player of the Year Joe Flacco, who helped Cleveland reach the playoffs two years ago.
3. Giants >> Abdul Carter, edge rusher, Penn State
With Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston signed, the Giants don’t have an urgent need to select a quarterback. They don’t seem sold on Sanders and Carter is the premier pass rusher in the draft. He had 12 sacks and 24 tackles for a loss last year for Penn State.
4. Saints (from New England) >> Shedeur Sanders, Quarterback, Colorado
Even before Derek Carr’s shoulder injury, the Saints were looking at quarterbacks. The Jets are a threat to take Sanders at No. 7 so trading up ensures New Orleans snatches him. The Patriots add more draft assets by moving down. The Saints haven’t drafted a QB in the first round since Archie Manning in 1971.
Mock trade >> Saints acquire the 4th overall pick and a 2026 third-round pick for the ninth overall pick, a third-round pick (71), a fourth-rounder (112) and a 2026 second-rounder.
5. Jaguars >> Mason Graham, defensive tackle, Michigan
The versatile Graham could be the best interior defensive lineman in the draft. He’d boost a unit that includes edge rushers Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker.
6. Raiders >> Ashton Jeanty, running back, Boise State
Jeanty is a special talent who would immediately upgrade a rushing attack that was among the worst in the NFL last season. The Raiders acquired Geno Smith to address their need for a QB and an elite back would balance the offense.
7. Jets >> Will Campbell, offensive tackle, LSU
The 6-foot-6, 319-pound Campbell is athletic and agile and ready for the NFL after facing elite talent in college. The Jets have several needs, starting with a right tackle. Olu Fashanu started at both tackle spots last year. He could return to the right side with Campbell staying put on the left side or vice versa.
8. Panthers >> Jalon Walker, edge rusher, Georgia
9. Patriots (from New Orleans) >> Armand Membou, offensive tackle, Missouri
10. Broncos (from the Chicago Bears) >> Tyler Warren, tight end, Penn State
Mock trade >> Broncos acquire the 10th overall pick and a fifth-rounder (148) for the 20th overall pick, a third-rounder (85), a sixth (191) and a 2026 second-rounder.
11. 49ERS >> Kenneth Grant, defensive tackle, Michigan
The 49ers add an immensely talented athlete who has the rare power and speed to be a major force in the middle of San Francisco’s defensive line. Grant (6-4, 331 pounds) fills a big void after the departure of Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins.
12. Cowboys >> Tetairoa McMillan, wide receiver, Arizona
13. Dolphins >> Jahdae Barron, cornerback, Texas
14. Colts >> Kelvin Banks Jr., offensive lineman, Texas
15. Falcons >> Mykel Williams, edge rusher, Georgia
16. Cardinals >> Jihaad Campbell, linebacker, Alabama
17. Bengals >> Shemar Stewart, defensive lineman, Texas A&M
18. Seahawks >> Tyler Booker, Offensive guard, Alabama
19. Buccaneers >> Will Johnson, cornerback, Michigan
20. Bears (from Denver) >> Omarion Hampton, running back, North Carolina
21. Steelers >> Walter Nolen, defensive tackle, Mississippi
22. Chargers >> Colton Loveland, tight end, Michigan
23. Packers >> Mike Green, edge rusher, Marshall
24. Vikings >> Nick Emmanwori, safety, South Carolina
25. Texans >> Josh Simmons, offensive lineman, Ohio State
26. Rams >> Benjamin Morrison, cornerback, Notre Dame
27. Ravens >> Donovan Ezeiruaku, edge rusher, Boston College
28. Lions >> James Pearce Jr., edge rusher, Tennessee
29. Commanders >> Malaki Starks, safety, Georgia
30. Bills >> Derrick Harmon, defensive tackle, Oregon
31. Chiefs >> Grey Zabel, offensive lineman, North Dakota
32. Steelers (from the Philadelphia Eagles) >> Jaxson Dart, quarterback, Mississippi
Mock trade >> The Steelers get the 32nd pick, and a third-rounder in 2026 for a third-rounder (No. 83), a 2026 first and a 2026 fifth.