These ten prospects are seeing their draft stocks rise as we approach the NFL Draft.
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The 2025 NFL Draft is just nine days away. These ten prospects are shooting up draft boards as the draft awaits.
Texas CB Jahdae Barron
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Jahdae Barron put great film on tape in the 2024 season en route to a Jim Thorpe Award. But, teams were skeptical on how he would test. He tested phenomally, and he could be the first pure corner (not Travis Hunter) off the board next week.
Missouri OT Armand Membou
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Membou was considered a fringe first-rounder before the draft process started. But, the more teams have gotten to know the youngster, the more they’ve loved him. He should be the first offensive tackle off the board next week.
Kentucky CB Maxwell Hairston
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Hairston’s film was up-and-down in 2024 after a fantastic 2023. But, he ran under 4.3 in the 40 and tested well all around. He should go in the 2nd round next week.
UCLA LB Carson Schwesinger
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The tape shows that Schwesinger is an absolute baller as a middle linebacker. While the test numbers are middling, teams are starting to trust his unreal film in the Big Ten. He could be the second box linebacker off of the board.
Miami (FL) TE Elijah Arroyo
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Arroyo was really good for the Hurricanes in 2024, and ran a solid 40 time at his size. He’s now moved into the #3 TE position on many team’s draft boards. That could mean he comes off the board as early as the backend of the 2nd round.
Washington State WR Kyle Williams
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Williams has been climbing draft boards as much as any prospect in the draft, going from obscure Day 3 pick to a lock to go on Day 2. Team love his short area quickness and his ability after the catch.
Utah State WR Jalen Royals
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Jalen Royals dominated the Mountain West last year, and his testing was pretty good. Plus, he was dynamic at the Senior Bowl, and could find himself going off the board on Day 2.
Georgia OG Tate Ratledge
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It is not a very deep class on the interior offensive line. but Ratledge’s stock is rising. While NFl teams would like him to put on weight, he’s strong for his frame and has the length that NFL teams love up front. He could go on Day 2.
Marshall DE Mike Green
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There are character concerns, but teams simply can’t ignore the production, as he had 17 sacks to lead the country at Marshall a year ago. And, he’s done pretty well in the predraft process, and teams love drafting athletic edge rushers. I would be stunned if he fell out of the 1st round.
Ole Miss CB Trey Amos
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Amos, an Alabama transfer, broke out in a big way in 2024, capturing First-Team All-SEC honors. And, he tested well given his lanky build. Expect him to be a 2nd round pick.