Thu Feb 27 12:10:00 UTC 2025: ## NFL Draft Expert Predicts 2025 First Round: Titans, Browns, and Giants Top Picks Revealed
**Indianapolis, IN** – With the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine underway in Indianapolis, NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks has released his second mock draft, projecting how the first round will unfold in Green Bay on April 24-26. Brooks’ projections, released just before the anticipated free agency frenzy, take into account current team needs and the potential impact of Combine performances.
Several teams’ selections are highlighted, including: the Titans, potentially selecting a top pass rusher if they address their quarterback situation in free agency; the Browns, looking for an athletic quarterback under Kevin Stefanski’s renewed play-calling duties; and the Giants, choosing a quarterback prepared for the intense spotlight.
Other notable picks include: the Patriots selecting an offensive lineman, the Jaguars bolstering their defense, the Raiders adding a perimeter weapon, and the Jets upgrading their pass rush. The Panthers, Saints, Bears, 49ers, Cowboys, and Dolphins all focus on strengthening their offensive lines, while the Buccaneers and Steelers prioritize bolstering their receiving corps and running back positions, respectively. Several other teams are projected to select defensive players, focusing on pass rushers, linebackers, and cornerbacks.
Brooks’ complete first-round mock draft includes detailed reasoning behind each team’s selection, reflecting the analyst’s assessment of team needs, player talent, and anticipated Combine performances. The mock draft serves as a compelling preview of the upcoming NFL Draft, offering insights into potential roster shakeups and the future direction of several NFL teams. Fans can follow the Combine live coverage beginning February 27th on NFL Network and NFL+.
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