The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine begins next week and it could be more important than most recent years. The gap between players projected midway through the first round and midway through Day 2 is negligible. There is an opportunity for players to cement their first-round status or rise into the conversation.
The edge rusher group is one that could potentially see some separation at the combine. Tennessee’s James Pearce Jr., Georgia’s Jalon Walker and Georgia’s Mykel Williams are reliant on good testing scores. Meanwhile, Marshall’s Mike Green could continue his charge up the boards after a strong showing at the Senior Bowl.
It will be important for the running back group as well. Beyond Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty, there is a cluster at the position that could be busted at the combine. Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden III and Michigan cornerback Will Johnson are a few that could reestablish their claims as top draft prospects with strong showings.
Without further ado, let’s kick this off!
The draft order below was determined using the current 2025 NFL Draft order. For more draft coverage, you can hear in-depth analysis twice a week on “With the First Pick” — our year-round NFL Draft podcast with analyst Ryan Wilson. You can find “With the First Pick” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc.
The 2025 NFL Draft is to take place from April 24-26 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. More draft coverage can be found at CBSSports.com, including the weekly mock drafts and a regularly available look at the eligible prospects.
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Author: Josh Edwards
February 20, 2025 | 12:05 pm
