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Who in the world is going to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft? There’s no Caleb Williams written in pencil, like was the case at this time a year ago.
Therefore, it’s time to rank the likeliest candidates.
Before we begin, let’s consider history. In the last 15 years, 11 quarterbacks have gone first overall. The four other top picks in that time frame consist of one tackle — Eric Fisher in 2013 — and three defensive ends — Jadeveon Clowney in 2014, Myles Garrett in 2017 and Travon Walker in 2021.
We don’t appear to be at the precipice of a paradigm shift in NFL history, with a new position reaching a crescendo in value. That’s coupled with a lack of a supreme prospect at one of those “lesser valued” spots on the field. As a result, it’s safe to bet the No. 1 overall pick in 2025 will be a quarterback, edge rusher or offensive tackle.
Let’s get to the top 10.
10. Will Campbell, OT, LSU
Why he could go No. 1: Plus pass-protection, balance, experience
If you’re a multi-year stud left tackle in the SEC, you’re going to be high on the draft radar. If you’re listed at 6-foot-6 and 320 pounds like Campbell is, there will be first-round and potentially top-10-overall buzz.
LSU’s superstar blocker was the No. 9 overall offensive tackle recruit in the high school class of 2022, per 247 Sports, which indicates plenty of inherent natural ability, which is a must for a future No. 1 overall pick. What I also love about Campbell as a potential top pick is that he’ll only be 21 years old in January. Being that young with what will amount to three — likely productive — seasons in the NFL’s farm-system conference gives Campbell what it takes to be the rare offensive tackle to be the first pick.
9. Drew Allar, QB, Penn State
Why he could go No. 1: Classic size, natural arm strength, upside
Allar was the No. 1 overall quarterback in the 2022 class, per 247 Sports, stepping onto…
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Author : Chris Trapasso
Publish date : 2024-06-18 15:39:17
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