After giving out my first 16 grades for the 2025 NFL Draft, we cover the back half of the league.

Las Vegas Raiders: A+

• Round 1 (6): RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
• Round 2 (58): WR Jack Bech, TCU
• Round 3 (68): CB Darien Porter, Iowa State
• Round 3 (98): OG Caleb Rogers, Texas Tech
• Round 3 (99): OT Charles Grant, William & Mary
• Round 4 (108): WR Dont’e Thornton Jr., Tennessee
• Round 4 (135): DT Tonka Hemingway, South Carolina
• Round 6 (180): DT JJ Pegues, Mississippi
• Round 6 (213): WR Tommy Mellott, Montana State
• Round 6 (215): QB Cam Miller, North Dakota State
• Round 7 (222): LB Cody Lindenberg, Minnesota

Ashton Jeanty is an explosive running back who will almost assuredly improve the Raiders’ abysmal rushing attack, especially with two potential starters in Caleb Rogers and Charles Grant joining the mix. I am REALLY high on Grant, who will be a starter in this league, in my opinion. Jack Bech can also compete right away to be the team’s number two wide receiver. He may be old, but Darien Porter is incredibly athletic and can definitely be a starting cornerback at the NFL level. Tonka Hemingway can either play on the end or inside, it really depends on whether he wants to get leaner or put on more muscle. If he doesn’t work out, though, then I think JJ Pegues will, considering he can play multiple positions along the defensive line. Even the low-risk selection of Cam Miller could pay off as he projects to be a decent backup.

Los Angeles Chargers: C+

• Round 1 (22): RB Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
• Round 2 (55): WR Tre Harris, Mississippi
• Round 3 (86): DT Jamaree Caldwell, Oregon
• Round 4 (125): Edge Kyle Kennard, South Carolina
• Round 5 (158): WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Auburn
• Round 5 (165): TE Oronde Gadsden II, Syracuse
• Round 6 (199): OG Branson Taylor, Pittsburgh
• Round 6 (214): S R.J. Mickens, Clemson
• Round 7 (256): CB Trikweze Bridges, Florida

I didn’t like the Chargers picking a running back when they just signed Najee Harris to be their starter this season. Tre Harris will likely become the number-two wide receiver in this offense, but if he doesn’t, then maybe KeAndre Lambert-Smith will be. Oronde Gadsden is a good prospect, but he needs to determine if he is a big wide receiver or a pass-catching tight end. Kyle Kennard and Jamaree Caldwell will have to come in and play meaningful snaps right away, but both guys will need to figure out how to adjust to the strength of NFL offensive linemen. The Omarion Hampton pick really brings this grade down when they could’ve taken wideouts like Matthew Golden, Luther Burden III, or Jayden Higgins.

Los Angeles Rams: C

• Round 2 (46): TE Terrance Ferguson, Oregon
• Round 3 (90): Edge Josaiah Stewart, Michigan
• Round 4 (117): RB Jarquez Hunter, Auburn
• Round 5 (148): DT Ty Hamilton, Ohio State
• Round 5 (172): LB Chris Paul Jr., Mississippi
• Round 7 (242): WR Konata Mumpfield, Pittsburgh

They already had two starting-caliber tight ends on their roster, so adding a third tight end who rarely showed an ability to stretch the field was a head-scratcher. I also don’t understand why they used their second pick on a pass rusher when they are set at the defensive end and outside linebacker spots. Getting Chris Paul Jr. was a steal that also fills a need they have at the inside linebacker spot. But, I would’ve liked to see them take a slot wideout before the seventh round.

Miami Dolphins: C+

• Round 1 (13): DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan
• Round 2 (37): OG Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona
• Round 5 (143): DT Jordan Phillips, Maryland
• Round 5 (150): CB Jason Marshall Jr., Florida
• Round 5 (155): S Dante Trader Jr., Maryland
• Round 6 (179): RB Ollie Gordon II, Oklahoma State
• Round 7 (231): QB Quinn Ewers, Texas
• Round 7 (253): DT Zeek Biggers, Georgia Tech

I am not sold at all on Kenneth Grant. Recording only 6.5 sacks after playing next to Mason Graham for two years is very underwhelming, considering he was taken with the 13th overall pick. It also doesn’t seem like the Dolphins are sold on him either because they drafted another defensive tackle with their third pick. I really like Jonah Savaiinaea, though. I think he will be able to be a starter almost anywhere along the Dolphins’ offensive line. Quinn Ewers is a very interesting pick in my eyes. Snagging him in the seventh could pay off big time if Tua deals with injuries again this season.

Minnesota Vikings: C

• Round 1 (24): OG Donovan Jackson, Ohio State
• Round 3 (102): WR Tai Felton, Maryland
• Round 5 (139): DL Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, Georgia
• Round 6 (201): LB Kobe King, Penn State
• Round 6 (202): TE Gavin Bartholomew, Pittsburgh

Donovan Jackson will be a day-one starter for the Vikings, mark my words. He could be a tackle, but guard is his natural calling, which is a need the Vikes had. I do not like using one of your five picks on a wideout, especially a third-rounder. They are already stacked at that position with Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and Jalen Nailor. They should’ve used that pick to add a cornerback. They didn’t add any cornerbacks, though, which should be concerning since they lost three good corners in free agency. This could’ve easily been the worst class of the 2025 NFL Draft if not for Jackson.

New England Patriots: B-

• Round 1 (4): OT Will Campbell, LSU
• Round 2 (38): RB TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State
• Round 3 (69): WR Kyle Williams, Washington State
• Round 3 (95): C Jared Wilson, Georgia
• Round 4 (106): S Craig Woodson, California
• Round 4 (137): DT Joshua Farmer, Florida State
• Round 5 (146): Edge Bradyn Swinson, LSU
• Round 6 (182): K Andres Borregales, Miami
• Round 7 (220): OT Marcus Bryant, Missouri
• Round 7 (251): LS Julian Ashby, Vanderbilt
• Round 7 (257): CB Kobee Minor, Memphis

Will Campbell was the top left tackle prospect in this draft class, so taking him with the fourth overall pick was a no-brainer. The second-round and third-round picks confused me, though. Rhamondre Stevenson just signed a four-year extension last season, so using a premium pick on a running back rather than a wide receiver was questionable. Meanwhile, Kyle Williams had problems dropping the ball in college, which was an area of weakness for the Pats last year. I am a big fan of Joshua Farmer, who has the skills to maybe even become a starter. I can also see Kobee Minor competing for the starting nickel cornerback job.

New Orleans Saints: B

• Round 1 (9): OT Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
• Round 2 (40): QB Tyler Shough, Louisville
• Round 3 (71): DL Vernon Broughton, Texas
• Round 3 (93): S Jonas Sanker, Virginia
• Round 4 (112): LB Danny Stutsman, Oklahoma
• Round 4 (131): CB Quincy Riley, Louisville
• Round 6 (184): RB Devin Neal, Kansas
• Round 7 (248): TE Moliki Matavao, UCLA
• Round 7 (254): Edge Fadil Diggs, Syracuse

I thought they could’ve drafted a quarterback in the first round, but getting one of the best offensive linemen in this draft and still landing a decent prospect in Tyler Shough was a good draft strategy. Jonas Sanker will probably learn a lot from Tyrann Mathieu before becoming his eventual successor. Vernon Broughton is a smart pick because he can either start inside or give some relief to Cameron Jordan. Fadil Diggs was a great value pick because he could’ve gone two rounds before he was taken. Quincy Riley should emerge as a starting cornerback, but if he doesn’t, then he’ll be a serviceable backup at the very least.

New York Giants: A+

• Round 1 (3): Edge Abdul Carter, Penn State
• Round 1 (25): QB Jaxson Dart, Mississippi
• Round 3 (65): DT Darius Alexander, Toledo
• Round 4 (105): RB Cam Skattebo, Arizona State
• Round 5 (154): OT Marcus Mbow, Purdue
• Round 7 (219): TE Thomas Fidone II, Nebraska
• Round 7 (246): CB Korie Black, Oklahoma State

I think the first five guys the Giants selected are all top-75 players in this draft class. Abdul Carter was the top prospect in this draft, in my opinion. Trading up for Jaxson Dart, though risky, at least gives the Giants a project quarterback who could turn into the face of the franchise. I thought Darius Alexander could’ve gone late in the first round or early in the second round, so snagging him with the 65th pick is a great value. Cam Skattebo will become a fan favorite and a productive backup running back. Even Marcus Mbow has the potential to line up as a guard or tackle and could give Evan Neal a run for his money. Both Thomas Fidone II and Korie Black could’ve gone earlier in the draft, so taking a low-risk chance on both of them in the seventh round makes a ton of sense. This draft class might be my favorite of all NFL teams this year.

New York Jets: A

• Round 1 (7): OT Armand Membou, Missouri
• Round 2 (42): TE Mason Taylor, LSU
• Round 3 (73): CB Azareye’h Thomas, Florida State
• Round 4 (110): WR Arian Smith, Georgia
• Round 4 (130): S Malachi Moore, Alabama
• Round 5 (162): LB Francisco Mauigoa, Miami
• Round 5 (176): Edge Tyler Baron, Miami

Every pick the Jets made addressed an immediate need. It might not be sexy, but Armand Membou will be the Jets’ right tackle for the next ten years. Mason Taylor is the best tight end the Jets have had in years. Azareye’h Thomas isn’t just a replacement for D.J. Reed; he’ll eventually become better than him, in my opinion. Malachi Moore will be a reliable rotational defensive back. Arian Smith is one of the fastest players in college football, so he can be a great slot receiver if he can bulk up a little bit. Francisco Mauigoa may not be a starter, but he’ll be able to give other linebackers a rest while not being a liability on the field.

Philadelphia Eagles: A-

• Round 1 (31): LB Jihaad Campbell, Alabama
• Round 2 (64): S Andrew Mukuba, Texas
• Round 4 (111): DT Ty Robinson, Nebraska
• Round 5 (145): CB Mac McWilliams, UCF
• Round 5 (161): LB Smael Mondon Jr., Georgia
• Round 5 (168): C Drew Kendall, Boston College
• Round 6 (181): QB Kyle McCord, Syracuse
• Round 6 (191): OT Myles Hinton, Michigan
• Round 6 (207): OT Cameron Williams, Texas
• Round 6 (209): Edge Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Virginia Tech

Jihaad Campbell is the prototypical Howie Roseman pick. He’s an off-ball linebacker who will be able to make his presence felt anywhere on the field. Andrew Mukuba and Mac McWilliams will both be able to come in and make contributions to a secondary that lost many key pieces this off-season. Ty Robinson isn’t the biggest nose tackle, but he has a lot of grit and will find a way to play along this defensive line. The same goes for Smael Mondon Jr., who will eventually become a full-time starter on this defense, I guarantee it. I also think Kyle McCord can develop into a good backup quarterback in the NFL, so that pick was wise. And, of course, they drafted three offensive linemen because that’s just what Philly does.

Pittsburgh Steelers: C-

• Round 1 (21): DT Derrick Harmon, Oregon
• Round 3 (83): RB Kaleb Johnson, Iowa
• Round 4 (123): Edge Jack Sawyer, Ohio State
• Round 5 (164): DT Yahya Black, Iowa
• Round 6 (185): QB Will Howard, Ohio State
• Round 7 (226): LB Carson Bruener, Washington
• Round 7 (229): CB Donte Kent, Central Michigan

HOW CAN THEY NOT DRAFT A QUARTERBACK UNTIL THE SIXTH ROUND?! It’s managerial malpractice. I guess Will Howard is a decent pick, but I mean, come on. The sad part is, I REALLY like the way they drafted through the first five rounds. Derrick Harmon is a great prospect and will be the successor to Cameron Heyward. Kaleb Johnson will be the new starting running back, or at the very least, the number-two running back. Jack Sawyer and Yahya Black are also nice pieces, but it’s all for naught because the Steelers still have no idea what they are doing at quarterback.

San Francisco 49ers: B-

• Round 1 (11): Edge Mykel Williams, Georgia
• Round 2 (43): DT Alfred Collins, Texas
• Round 3 (75): LB Nick Martin, Oklahoma State
• Round 3 (100): CB Upton Stout, Western Kentucky
• Round 4 (113): DT CJ West, Indiana
• Round 4 (138): WR Jordan Watkins, Mississippi
• Round 5 (147): RB Jordan James, Oregon
• Round 5 (160): S Marques Sigle, Kansas State
• Round 7 (227): QB Kurtis Rourke, Indiana
• Round 7 (249): OG Connor Colby, Iowa
• Round 7 (252): WR Junior Bergen, Montana

There are some things the Niners did that I love and other things that I hate. Mykel Williams is a fantastic pick for San Fran. He will be an excellent complementary player to Nick Bosa. I’m also a big fan of CJ West and Alfred Collins. I have a feeling both of those guys will be able to emerge as starters in the next few years. I am not sold on Nick Martin since he’s a little undersized. San Fran’s linebacking corps could take a step back with the loss of Dre Greenlaw. Upton Stout is also VERY small (5’8.5″, 181 lbs.), so I imagine he will only be able to serve the defense as a nickel cornerback. Drafting three offensive weapons increases the chance that the Niners find Deebo Samuel’s replacement. My biggest issue is that there’s still no succession plan for Trent Williams, who’s coming off a serious ankle injury.

Seattle Seahawks: A-

• Round 1 (18): OG Grey Zabel, North Dakota State
• Round 2 (35): S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina
• Round 2 (50): TE Elijah Arroyo, Miami
• Round 3 (92): QB Jalen Milroe, Alabama
• Round 5 (142): DL Rylie Mills, Notre Dame
• Round 5 (166): WR Tory Horton, Colorado State
• Round 5 (175): FB Robbie Ouzts, Alabama
• Round 6 (192): OG Bryce Cabeldue, Kansas
• Round 7 (223): RB Damien Martinez, Miami
• Round 7 (234): OT Mason Richman, Iowa
• Round 7 (238): WR Ricky White III, UNLV

The first four picks this team made are all home runs. Not only that, but these guys will be able to come in and help reinvent Seattle’s football culture. I think Grey Zabel has immense upside and can play multiple positions along the offensive line. Plus, Nick Emmanwori is one of the most athletic safety prospects we have ever seen. Elijah Arroyo could’ve been a first-rounder had he not missed several games in 2022 and 2023. I think Jalen Milroe is a great pick in the third round because I felt he could’ve been an early second-round selection. I actually think Milroe will be the guy who replaces Sam Darnold. Had Rylie Mills not gotten hurt in the College Football Playoffs, he could’ve been taken in the first two days. I also think Tory Horton can become a productive third wide receiver.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: B

• Round 1 (19): WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
• Round 2 (53): CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame
• Round 3 (84): CB Jacob Parrish, Kansas State
• Round 4 (121): Edge David Walker, Central Arkansas
• Round 5 (157): Edge Elijah Roberts, SMU
• Round 7 (235): WR Tez Johnson, Oregon

The Bucs did pretty well. I would’ve graded them higher had they found a successor for Lavonte David, but this is still a good group for Tampa. Emeka Egbuka will become the Buccaneers’ number-one wide receiver in a few years. As soon as Mike Evans retires, Egbuka will become the new favorite target. I already thought that Benjamin Morrison had first-round potential, so getting him with the 53rd pick is a steal. Even if he doesn’t work out, they have a backup plan in Jacob Parrish, who shows a lot of promise as a number-two cornerback. I don’t think David Walker or Elijah Roberts will be starters, but they can become rotational players on the defensive line.

Tennessee Titans: A

• Round 1 (1): QB Cam Ward, Miami
• Round 2 (52): Edge Oluwafemi Oladejo, UCLA
• Round 3 (82): S Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State
• Round 4 (103): WR Chimere Dike, Florida
• Round 4 (120): TE Gunnar Helm, Texas
• Round 4 (136): WR Elic Ayomanor, Stanford
• Round 5 (167): OG Jackson Slater, Sacramento State
• Round 6 (183): CB Marcus Harris, California
• Round 6 (188): RB Kalel Mullings, Michigan

Cam Ward was the clear-cut best quarterback in this draft class, and the Titans needed a quarterback. He doesn’t have to be a Hall of Famer right away, but if Ward can play well out of the gate, then this will already be a great draft for Tennessee. Oluwafemi Oladejo isn’t incredibly athletic or productive, but he has shown versatility by making the transition from a linebacker to a pure edge rusher. If he can continue to bolster those skills, he’ll be a meaningful contributor right away. I love Kevin Winston Jr’s size and athleticism. He will develop into a good defender in the NFL. They used three fourth-round picks on offensive weapons, which means one of them will have to work out. My bet is on Elic Ayomanor, who still needs work but shows the potential to become a good NFL wideout. I also believe Kalen Mullings will see some snaps this season.

Washington Commanders: B

• Round 1 (29): OT Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon
• Round 2 (61): CB Trey Amos, Mississippi
• Round 4 (128): WR Jaylin Lane, Virginia Tech
• Round 6 (205): LB Kain Medrano, UCLA
• Round 7 (245): RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Arizona

Their first three picks were excellent. Josh Conerly Jr can be a guard or a tackle, which gives the Commanders some extra flexibility when deciding where they want to line him up. Trey Amos can step in right away and make a strong case to be Washington’s number-two cornerback. Also, I had a second-round grade on Jaylin Lane, so adding him in the fourth round is a great value pick. Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Kain Medrano probably won’t be starters, but they will be useful backups to Bobby Wagner and Brian Robinson Jr. If they had sprung for a pass rusher, this could’ve been an A.