There are a number of notable prospects available for teams heading into Day Two of the draft and here’s my projection for how the second round could unfold.”

2025 NFL Mock Draft: Second Round

33 – Cleveland Browns: Shedeur Sanders QB Colorado

The Browns made a surprising trade early on in round one and traded out of the opportunity to select CB/WR Travis Hunter. They later addressed defensive tackle with Mason Graham. 

That leaves quarterback as an obvious area to be addressed. Many thought Sanders would be a first-round pick, but once he got past the Steelers at No. 21, it really opened the possibility that he was going to fall to round two. 

Sanders has a great feel to his game and displayed good anticipation, accuracy and toughness during his time at Colorado. 

34 – Houston Texans (NYG): Luther Burden III WR Missouri

The Texans opted to trade out of round one on Thursday and allowed the Giants to get their quarterback. Houston is overhauling their offensive line, but receiver is a position that could use some more depth following the very serious injury suffered by Tank Dell. Burden is an elite athlete with great play-making ability. Lance Zierlein compares him to Jets WR Garrett Wilson. 

35 – Tennessee Titans: Azareye’h Thomas CB Florida State

The Titans got their quarterback of the future to open the draft, but there are needs at several positions. Based on how the board stacks up, grabbing another cornerback seems like solid value for the Titans. Thomas is a big cornerback who could bring a physical element to the Titans’ defense. 

36 – Cleveland Browns (JAX): TreVeyon Henderson RB Ohio State

Cleveland is back on the clock due to the trade with the Jaguars. The Browns need more offensive play-makers and Henderson would be a great pick at this point. There was some talk about Henderson possibly ending up in round one. Lance Zierlein compares him to Vikings RB Aaron Jones. 

37 – Las Vegas Raiders: Jayden Higgins WR Iowa State

The Raiders were able to get Ashton Jeanty at No. 6 overall, which seems fortuitous, considering the buzz about him leading up to round one. Receiver stands out to me as a place to add if the Raiders can do so on Day Two of the draft. Higgins offers great size and a large catch radius for Geno Smith to target down the field. 

38 – New England Patriots: Donovan Ezeiruaku EDGE Boston College

The Patriots are still working to improve their pass rush after a disappointing last few years. Ezeiruaku is a long and athletic pass rusher who offers upside to develop into a very good player at the next level. 

39 – Chicago Bears (CAR): Mike Green EDGE Marshall

The Bears went tight end earlier on in round one and now come back to bolster their pass rush depth in round two. Green is a natural pass rusher with a high motor. Lance Zierlein compares him to Steelers EDGE Alex Highsmith.

40 – New Orleans Saints: Tyler Shough QB Louisville

The Saints resisted taking a quarterback in round one, instead opting for offensive line help. Shough has believers in the NFL due to his arm talent and vision as a quarterback. There are concerns such as injuries and his age, but he could be suited to play sooner than later for the Saints, given their ongoing situation with Derek Carr. 

41 – Chicago Bears: Quinshon Judkins RB Ohio State

There was buzz about the Bears possibly going up to get Ashton Jeanty in round 1, but no deal surfaced. Chicago is able to address the position with a very intriguing running back in the second round who would be a great fit alongside D’Andre Swift. Lance Zierlein compares him to veteran RB Joe Mixon. 

42 – New York Jets: Mason Taylor TE LSU

The Jets had an opportunity to have their pick of the best tight ends at No. 7, instead opting for offensive line help. The good news is that the position is deep and round two will have intriguing options as well. Taylor is a good athlete, who should only get better in the coming years. Lance Zierlein compares him to Dallas Goedert.

43 – San Francisco 49ers: Aireontae Ersery OT Minnesota

The 49ers lost some notable offensive men in free agency, so it would make sense for them to look for opportunities to restock on day two. Ersery is a very big offensive tackle, who could fit the 49ers’ offensive scheme. Lance Zierlein compares him to Marcus Cannon. 

44 – Dallas Cowboys: Tre Harris WR Ole Miss

Dallas, somewhat surprisingly, opted to go interior offensive line in round one. Harris offers both size and speed at receiver, giving the Cowboys a deep threat and some much-needed depth at receiver behind CeeDee Lamb.

45 – Indianapolis Colts: Carson Schwesinger LB UCLA

The Colts got great value with Tyler Warren dropping to them at No. 14 overall. Schwesinger was an All-American at UCLA. He’s an instinctual and smart player, who would fill a need at linebacker. 

46 – Los Angeles Rams (ATL): Jalen Milroe QB Alabama

The Rams opted to trade out of round one for a great return from the Falcons. While the Rams could address other positions, Milroe offers huge upside and could really benefit from sitting behind Matthew Stafford and learning from Sean McVay at the next level. Milroe is very athletic and has a strong arm to work with. There are obvious drawbacks to his game, but this is a huge upside pick. 

47 – Arizona Cardinals: Landon Jackson EDGE Arkansas

The Cardinals went with an interior pass rusher in the first round, but this sets up an opportunity to double down on addressing a large weak spot for them, which is pass rush. Jackson is a high-energy player who offers length and upside at a premium position. 

48 – Miami Dolphins: Nick Emmanwori S South Carolina

Safety has been a popular position for Miami in mock drafts for a few months now. They currently have Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis slated to start for them in 2025. Emmanwori is an impressive athlete with high-end speed.

49 – Cincinnati Bengals: Xavier Watts S Notre Dame

The Bengals were able to add a pass rusher in round one, but more talent is required on the defensive side of the ball after a terrible 2024 season for the unit. Watts is a versatile player with ball skills to add to the backend of an NFL defense. 

50 – Seattle Seahawks: Will Johnson CB Michigan

The Seahawks could use some controllable talent at cornerback for the years to come. Johnson would have been taken higher had there not been injury concerns. He is a big and productive cornerback to add to their secondary. Lance Zierlein compares him to Panthers CB Jaycee Horn.

51 – Denver Broncos: Jack Bech WR TCU

It wouldn’t hurt for the Broncos to continue adding to their offensive talent, particularly at receiver. Bech can play both inside and outside and is strong for the position. 

52 – Seattle Seahawks (PIT): Jaylin Noel WR Iowa State

The Seahawks are in a transition at receiver after trading away DK Metcalf and releasing Tyler Lockett this offseason. Noel is a quick receiver who can also contribute on special teams as a returner.

53 – Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Benjamin Morrison CB Notre Dame

The Buccaneers surprisingly went receiver in round one, so I’m projecting them to turn around and address the defensive side of the ball in the second. Morrison tested very well at the combine and offers great ball skills for a cornerback.

54 – Green Bay Packers: Trey Amos CB Ole Miss

The Packers still have a pending situation with Jaire Alexander to be sorted out. Amos is someone who many thought could be a first-round talent, so this would be very good value for a team like the Packers. 

55 – Los Angeles Chargers: Darius Alexander DT Toledo

The Chargers grabbed a running back in round one, so it wouldn’t be surprising to see them get back to bolster the trenches. Alexander offers size and length and could be a three-down type of defensive lineman for L.A.

56 – Buffalo Bills (MIN): T.J. Sanders DT South Carolina

Sanders tested very well at the Combine and offers plenty of strength at defensive tackle. He has three-down potential at the next level.

57 – Carolina Panthers (LAR): Nic Scourton EDGE Texas A&M

Scourton tested very well at the combine and is known for being an aggressive and disruptive edge rusher. Lance Zierlein compares him to Trey Hendrickson.

58 – Houston Texans: Marcus Mbow OG Purdue

Mbow is a very athletic interior offensive linemen known for high effort. He has played both tackle and guard, but is likely to end up inside at the next level. Lance Zierlein compares him to Ali Marpet.

59 – Baltimore Ravens: Ozzy Trapilo OT Boston College

The Ravens are working to rebuild their offensive line so this seems like a clear area to address on day two. Trapilo is a tall tackle prospect, who could operate as a swing tackle to begin his NFL career before settling into a larger role down the road.

60 – Detroit Lions: Jordan Burch EDGE Oregon

Burch offers interesting physical traits and upside at a premium position. The Lions could use edge help, but they wouldn’t have to fast-track Burch into a starter role, which could help his long-term development.

61 – Washington Commanders: JT Tuimoloau EDGE Ohio State

The Commanders could really use some pass rush help and Tuimoloau could be too good to pass up at this point. He offers good size and tested pretty well at the combine. He could develop into a dependable NFL starter.

62 – Buffalo Bills: Jalen Royals WR Utah State

The Bills have already made a few picks in this draft, so they would be looking to target additional depth at this point. It can never hurt to have more depth and competition at receiver. Royals has a great feel for the game and posted decent numbers at the combine that may suggest he has a higher ceiling than some might have assumed initially. 

63 – Kansas City Chiefs: Alfred Collins DT Texas

Collins offers good physical traits and could be very effective in an NFL rotation to start before taking on a larger role for the Chiefs. Lance Zierlein compares him to Javon Kinlaw.

64 – Philadelphia Eagles: Shemar Turner DT Texas A&M

Turner was a three-year starter who is known for his aggressive interior approach. He’s undersized but tested well and has had solid pressure rates.