With the NFL draft fast approaching, predictions for the outcome of said draft are at a high. That being said, here is the official Tribal Tribune NFL mock draft, done in alternating order between two writers.
1st overall pick for the Tennessee Titans: QB Cam Ward
From the moment the Tennessee Titans secured the number one overall pick, it was obvious that the pick was going to be Ward. Tennessee badly needs help at the game’s most important position, and Ward looks to be that help.
2nd overall pick for the Cleveland Browns: WR/CB Travis Hunter
For every team, the chance to draft a generational talent is rare. Colorado’s Travis Hunter is that type of prospect, with his abilities on both sides of the ball. Hunter is coming off a Heisman season and will be a valuable piece for the Browns this year and in the future.
3rd overall to the New York Giants: EDGE Abdul Carter
The Giants are in dire need of a quarterback of the future, however that seems off the board at this spot. Abdul Carter is the best player in the draft on some boards, so the Giants will be happy to pair him with pro bowlers Brian Burns and Dexter Lawrence.
4th overall to the New England Patriots: OT Will Campbell
If Penn State’s Abdul Carter is taken off the board, the second option lands on LSU’s Will Campbell. The Patriots need for protection for second year quarterback Drake Maye is a top priority for improving offensive efficiency and competitiveness in 2025. He excels at pass blocking and is a solid run blocker.
5th overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars: DT Mason Graham
As the last of the elite prospects at a premium position left on the board, Graham should be an easy selection for the Jaguars if available. Jacksonville will be able to pair Graham with edge rushers Josh Allen and former first overall pick Travon Walker, creating a scary pass rush for opposing quarterbacks.
6th overall to the Las Vegas Raiders: RB Ashton Jeanty
The best running back in each year’s draft is considered to be a reach because the position is overlooked. This year though, Heisman Trophy finalist Ashton Jeanty is hard to pass up after a remarkable season. The Raiders can put up some points with a stable backfield and it has shown to be beneficial for the organizations under coach Pete Caroll in the past, so why not go after Jeanty.
7th overall to the New York Jets: OT Armand Membou
Coming off a disappointing two years of the Aaron Rodgers experience, the Jets should look for a complete rebuild. New head coach Aaron Glenn has seen two years of Lions offensive dominance led by their all star offensive line. He should look to recreate that in New York, and picking some analysts’ best offensive lineman in this draft should do the trick.
8th overall to the Carolina Panthers: OLB Jalon Walker
Looking at the needs in Carolina, it is evident that a young dynamic linebacker is right for building up a stronger linebacking core. Georgia’s Jalon Walker seems to fit well as he can play inside and outside linebacker and has the ability to get after the QB. Walker had 6.5 sacks a season ago and his strength and speed makes him stealthy at just six foot one.
9th overall to the Saints: TE Tyler Warren
The recent report of Saints’ quarterback having surgery puts the pick of a big name quarterback as a possibility. However in this mock, they select the best pass catcher in the draft as a team with needs all over the roster. Warren should help add needed firepower to an offense possibly welcoming a new signal caller.
10th overall to the Bears: EDGE Mykel Williams
Ashton Jeanty is definitely the top option for Chicago, in this case however, looking to make a pick on the defensive line is a smart choice. Williams is strong, explosive and has great hands against offensive tackles which makes for a big upside.
11th overall to the 49ers: CB Will Johnson
Coming into last season, Johnson was seen as a potential top five pick but a down junior year has caused a bit of a slide for the corner. The 49ers desperately need reinforcements in their secondary after losing former pro-bowlers Talona Hufunga and Charvarius Ward.
12th overall to the Cowboys: WR Tetairoa McMillan
Dallas is in need of a receiver this draft to complement their leading receiver CeeDee Lamb. McMillan has great size for the receiver position at six foot two. The Cowboys need a versatile wide receiver for Dak Prescott and McMillan is able to play all three receiver positions.
13th overall to the Dolphins: CB Jahdae Barron
The recent clearing out of Ramsey creates a hole at the position, one that could be filled by Jahdae Barron, who was a shutdown corner at Texas as well as being the number one cornerback prospect on some big boards.
14th overall to the Colts: TE Colston Loveland
There’s a clear need for Indianapolis in this year’s draft. The Colts have struggled at tight end in recent years and Michigan’s Colston Loveland is the perfect fit as he has smooth route running, great separation and good hands which could make him a star very early similar to Raiders’ first round pick in 2024, Brock Bowers.
15th overall to the Falcons: CB Azareye’h Thomas
Atlanta desperately needs to deal with its issues at the cornerback position after disastrous performances at the position late in the season. Florida State’s Azareye’h Thomas has long arms and good size for the position. He has great tools to be a factor in run defense and, of course, coverage making him a solid fit for Atlanta’s secondary.
16th overall to the Cardinals: OT Kelvin Banks Jr.
The Cardinals are a team with potential to draft any position. Quarterback Kyler Murray takes a lot of sacks, so an offensive line pick could be the move. Banks was solid in protecting Quinn Ewers at Texas, and should help Murray stay upright in a potential playoff push.
17th overall to the Bengals: LB Jihaad Campbell
If any team desperately needs defensive reinforcements, it’s the Cincinnati Bengals. Jihaad Campbell is a freak athlete, doing everything for a good defense in Alabama. He should be able to slide in and be a game changer for a rebuilt Bengals defense.
18th overall to the Seahawks: DT Derrick Harmon
This is a bit of a best player available pick for the Seahawks, as they could go a multitude of directions with this pick. However it isn’t a bad thing in this spot. The Seahawks are already equipped with an above average defensive line anchored by Leonard Williams, so Harmon should fit in well in that group.
19th overall to the Buccaneers: EDGE Mike Green
Tampa Bay is looking to add young fire power on the edge, opposite newly signed veteran Hassan Reddick. Green has great get-off at the line of scrimmage, pass rush moves, a high motor whose skills should mesh well in head coach Todd Bowles defense.
20th overall to the Broncos: RB Omarion Hampton
This may be a bit of a reach, however this is too good of a fit to pass up. Hampton works as both an elite between the numbers runner and as a pass catcher, something coach Sean Payton is familiar with from his time in New Orleans with Alvin Kamara. Hampton should be a suburb fit in Denver, creating a run game that wasn’t present in last year’s surprise season.
21st overall to the Steelers: QB Shedeur Sanders
The recent decline in Shedeur Sanders’ stock has raised questions, however it shouldn’t dismay the Steelers from drafting him. He is a strong fit for Pittsburgh with his skillset and IQ. Adding him to lead solid weapons in both the receiving corps and the backfield is a good recipe for success.
22nd overall to the Chargers: DT Walter Nolen
While the Chargers defense was statistically elite in 2024 under new coach Jim Harbough, improvements are necessary after a disappointing playoff exit. Harbaugh values the trenches, offensive, and defensive linemen more than most other coaches in the league, and Nolen should fit in well next to pro bowler Khalil Mack.
23rd overall to the Packers: WR Luther Burden III
The Packers have to address struggles at the receiver position. To address such issues Missouri wideout Luther Burden III really stands out with natural hands, the shiftiness and build of a running back. The Packers should consider this because it can make quarterback Jordan Love and this offense very difficult to contain in 2025 and beyond.
24th overall to the Vikings: DB Malaki Starks
The Vikings were a team without many holes in 2024. However, their secondary became an area of concern over the later half of last year. The ball-hawking safety should make an impact in defensive coordinator Brian Flores’s blitz-heavy secondary early and often next to longtime Viking Harrison Smith.
25th overall to the Texans: OG Tyler Booker
Last year, Houston had one of the weakest interior offensive lines and this offseason they let go of their perennial pro bowl left tackle. Therefore the best interior o-lineman in the draft should soften the blow brought by the departure of the tackle.
26th overall to the Rams: TE Mason Taylor
Los Angeles has a decision to make next offseason as tight end Tyler Higbee enters the last year of his contract in 2025. Higbee is not as great of a route runner as other tight ends in this class but is able to get out of his breaks and has no issue with aggressiveness in run blocking, which is exactly what you want in a tight end.
27th overall to the Ravens: WR Marcus Golden
No team has drafted more skill position players in the first round than the Ravens since Lamar Jackson was drafted in 2018. Golden is a superb route runner and vertical threat that can stretch the field for the team’s other offensive talent that the Ravens should be thrilled to pick should he be available as he is here.
28th overall to the Lions: EDGE Nic Scourton
Detroit needs another budding star on the edge of their defensive line. Texas A&M’s Nic Scourton seems to be the best option. He has shown physicality at the point of attack, strong pass rush moves and technique and most importantly has good block recognition.
29th overall to the Commanders: EDGE Shemar Stewart
Mid season, it looked as though Stewart was destined to be a top 10 pick. However, a late season collapse for Texas A&M and a lack of production down the stretch along with being in a stacked draft class for edge rushers causes a bit of a slide in this mock. However, the NFC runner up commanders should be able to take a flyer on the former Aggie if available at 29.
30th overall to the Bills: DB Nick Emmanwori
The Bills desperately need safety help as the position is held down mainly by Demar Hamlin and Taylor Rapp. Emmanwori led a secondary, which surprised a lot of people last season with dangerous ball-hawking skills and coverage which was fully evident over his three years at South Carolina.
31st overall to the Chiefs: OT Josh Simmons
The Chiefs were decimated in the Super Bowl, due in no small part to their injury-depleted offensive line. The winners of four of the last seven super bowls could look to add to off season efforts to improve in this area, selecting the best tackle on the board.
32nd overall to the Eagles: EDGE Donovan Ezeiruaku
For Philadelphia, looking for an edge rusher is something they have historically not been afraid of because of the value General Manager Howie Roseman puts in the position. Boston College’s Donovan Ezeiruaku, a Philadelphia native, is a strong prospect who can develop into a monster in this young core. Though Ezeiruaku is undersized and lighter than most edge defenders in the draft, he compensates with agility, power, and relentless pursuit of the quarterback.
