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Round 1
Titans:
Cam Ward, QB, Miami 
Cam Ward reportedly won the hearts of the new regime in Tennessee. Their moves in free agency indicate they are ready to start anew with a rookie quarterback.
Browns:
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado 
Travis Hunter is considered one of the elite players in this class, coveted for his skills, clean character and total dedication to football. Now it's up to Cleveland to decide how to get the best of him on both sides of the ball.
Giants:
Abdul Carter, OLB, Penn State 
The New York Giants made moves to ensure they would not feel forced to pick a quarterback here. Thus, they can follow their board and take Abdul Carter, the premium edge rusher from this draft.
Patriots:
Will Campbell, OT, LSU 
Will Campbell is a mature prospect with leadership traits, having started at left tackle for LSU since his freshman year. This is the kind of player Mike Vrable will want to protect Drake Maye's blindside.
Jaguars:
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State 
Ashton Jeanty is a special running back that can transform the offense in Jacksonville and take some pressure off Trevor Lawrence. He is arguably the most impactful player James Gladstone can select at this spot.
Raiders:
Armand Membou, OT, Missouri 
Armand Membou would be a plug-and-play starter at right tackle for Las Vegas. As a bonus, his skillset would allow him to eventually move to the left side and replace Kolton Miller.
Jets:
Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Tyler Warren is a versatile weapon that be used in creative ways by Tanner Engstrand, a former tight ends coach. The New York Jets desperately a playmaker at the position to help Justin Fields.
Panthers:
Jalon Walker, OLB, Georgia 
Jalon Walker is praised by the coaching staff at Georgia as a team leader and culture setter. Carolina can take advantage of his versatility as an off-ball linebacker and edge rusher.
Saints:
Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss 
The NFL is no stranger to shockers in the first round, and it usually involves the quarterbacks. New Orleans has shown plenty of interest in Jaxson Dart, a talented passer that improved every year playing in the SEC.
Bears:
Kelvin Banks, OT/G, Texas 
Ben Johnson came from Detroit, where a potent offensive line can dominate games. Kelvin Banks, the Lombardi Award winner in 2024, is a battle-tested offensive tackle and long-term solution to protect Caleb Williams.
49ers:
Mason Graham, DT, Michigan 
Mason Graham might go a bit later than expected because he lacks ideal build and did not have great production as a pass rusher. However, he still is a very disruptive interior lineman and arguably the best player available here.
Cowboys:
Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
Brian Schottenheimer is reportedly pounding the table for clean prospects with great character. Matthew Golden fits the profile, and he would create a lot of problems for defenses that already focus on stopping CeeDee Lamb.
Dolphins:
Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Will Johnson has endured a poor draft process, recovering from injuries and refusing to run the 40-yard dash. At the same time, some compare his game to Patrick Surtain, not to mention he plays a premium position where Miami needs help.
Colts:
Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Colston Loveland is considered by many as one of ten best players in this class. Anthony Richardson is entering a critical stage in his career, and a mismatch creator at tight end would improve his chances of proving his worth.
Falcons:
Mykel Williams, DE, Georgia
Atlanta passed on the opportunity to add a pass rusher in last year's first round, something that likely won't happen this time. Mykel Williams is a long edge player with untapped potential.
Cardinals:
Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama 
Like Jalon Walker, Jihaad Campbell offers value as an off-ball linebacker that can also play as an edge rusher. He fits what Monti Ossenfort is looking for as an impact player that checks boxes both on and off the field.