2025 NFL Draft: Big Trades Predicted, Key Prospects, and Team Needs
Big Trades Predicted in Round 1
As teams finalize their draft strategies, speculation runs high about potential blockbuster trades. NFL.com predicts eight potential trades that could shake up the first round:
- Titans trade up to #2 for QB Arch Manning.
- Commanders trade back from #2 to acquire more capital and still secure a top-tier prospect.
- Panthers trade up for an offensive lineman to protect QB Bryce Young.
Top Prospects and Team Needs
ESPN’s draft cheat sheet highlights top prospects at each position and the needs of every NFL team. Key prospects include:
- QB Arch Manning, Alabama
- EDGE Elflein Glay, Tulane
- CB Joey Porter Jr., Penn State
Teams with crucial needs include the Washington Commanders (quarterback), Carolina Panthers (offensive line), and Seattle Seahawks (cornerback).
Veterans on the Trade Block
The Washington Post reports that Kirk Cousins and six other NFL veterans could be traded around the draft. Other notable veterans on the block include:
- Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo
- Wide receiver Julio Jones
When and Where to Watch the 2025 NFL Draft
Get ready for the 2025 NFL Draft, taking place April 28-30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. The main broadcast will be on ESPN and ABC, with coverage starting each day at 8:00 PM ET. Yahoo Sports has everything you need to know about this year’s draft.
FAQ
- When is the 2025 NFL Draft?
- April 28-30, 2025
- Where is the 2025 NFL Draft taking place?
- Nashville, Tennessee
- How can I watch the 2025 NFL Draft?
- The draft will air on ESPN and ABC.
Stay tuned for more updates and analysis leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft. Join the conversation in the comments, and let us know what trades and picks you’re most excited about!