2025 Official Super Duper Mock Draft Thread - Opinions On Mocks | Pundit Mocks

[Eurobolt]

Trade back looks like the best option for us due to talent possibly available at 22, two trade back mocks from 2 different platforms:

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[Bolt4Knob]

Im not saying they don’t have clusters. Im saying those clusters aren’t like other drafts this time. It’s not like last year. That was a very good draft with everything you could want from top to bottom. Hypothetically of course but you see some results already. Im saying that if you aren’t in the cluster of HOF/AP guys, then I think the best plan of attack is to get as much in the immediate next tier as you can in the Chargers situation specifically. I wouldn’t suggest that for just any team in this draft. Like BUF for example. They have different issues and their roster is built out.
I still see a ton of “Loveland is falling to us and now he’s got red flags…” lol
He’s got red flags but take him at 22, anyways, right? lol.
Oh, the final days before the draft the real tabloid stuff starts floating around…

I agree about the Bills and Chargers. Chargers are still building so if you can somehow go from 5 picks in the first 5 rounds to 7, maybe 8 picks (so one trade back in round 1, a trade up from R6 to R5) - I think you are checking a lot of depth boxes.

Granted, if Harmon, Loveland or Tmac are there at 22 - would take a lot to move off of those. But it the choices are Grant, CB, maybe Ebuka at WR, no TE, Edge - I am looking to trade back

[CanadianBoltFan]

Final Mock

Will show up shortly in my sig

So many players I like. Some of the prospects I have aren't my favorite choices...they just seem to make sense, the way the draft fell, after I made my first selection.

1. Tyler Booker OG Alabama-I hated the workout...but watched the tape again, and you will notice his stock really never suffered much...because he is a damn good football player, and a damn powerful guard...and perfect for our powergap system. Nasty attitude...watch his tape, and you will see him end up on top of his target alot...he wears people out...he beats them up...him and Becton bookending whoever gets the center job will be a force....hell, not only will they truck in the run game...but there will barely be enough room for the center to squeeze between these two guys on passing downs...let alone room for defenders to slip through, lol...but seriously, he isn't just a mauler...very sound in pass pro, anchoring is superb, and reacts and catches stunts and blitzes well. I would love to add some weapon for Herbert, or bolster the Edge group now and for the future...but I think it's possible the Bolts have this guy high on their board. Trying Zion at C tells me they are not happy with the position. The others being mentioned as possible replacements...Bozman, Pip, James...that's contingency...ultimately, the position is ripe for an upgrade. Booker and Becton, along with Slater and Alt, give the Bolts the type of line that enables Harbaugh's offensive philosophy...something that was never fully realized or effective last year.

2. Josaiah Stewart Edge Michigan- I think Harbaugh and Minter are more concerned with the football player, the skills, the athleticism on tape, motor, and overall fit, than they are with a measuring tape. Lacking length is the only thing wrong with this kid. 38 percent pass rush win rate is obnoxious...better than Abdul Carter by far, better than anyone in college last year. He wins. He is relentless. He brings a speed/twitch dimension to our pass rush that we currently lack.

3. Cam Skattebo RB Arizona State- I'm gonna do it. This guy, if he hits his ceiling, is gonna be a pure joy to watch. I love a ton of RBs in this class...Giddens and Martinez come to mind in this area...or the 4th...but I'm gonna stump for this guy. Some worry that his running style will shorten his career...maybe...but he is 220 pounds of ferocious...I think he can take a beating for 4-6 years...and that is in fact what we want our running backs to do...wear down defenses. Needs a little work on pass pro, but we have Harris while he develops his overall pro game... Kid is also a sneaky good receiver out of the backfield. I think it will be fun to have Beastmode 2.0...which is how this kid runs when he gets the ball....and what he hopefully develops into.

4. Mitchell Evans TE Notre Dame- This is a true combo TE in the vein of Hunter Henry...or a Jason Whitten...we all would like a dynamic weapon here...but having 2 good TEs that can catch and block would be huge for this offense...and some bigger TEs have enjoyed success as key playmakers for their QBs...Gronk comes to mind. This kid has strong hands, and knows how to find open spots in the zone, and position himself when manned up, to box out and neutralize his defender, and secure the catch. A chain mover, redzone target...and another competent blocker. But he is also a very good receiver...very productive over 2 seasons...one that was cut short due to injury, and one that was slow in developing as he was coming back...but he still put up solid production...and I think another year removed will show his athletic potential on more routes...honestly looks more fluid and athletic in his routes before his injury than Ty Warren. Very much a Harbaugh TE, IMO

5. Jamaree Caldwell NT Oregon- This is a less lengthy version of Kenneth Grant, who honestly moves better in short area. Hell...it's Poona Ford. Really enjoyed his tape, and the leverage he enjoys with that 330 plus compacted into a 6'2" frame.

6a. Isaac TeSlaa WR Arkansas- Size and speed prospect who is very interesting....very effective when he was actually utilized...as a big slot! I think his outside game can be developed behind Mike Williams, after which he will have versatility to line up anywhere, with the speed and length to be a true downfield threat from the X, as well as perform inside work to help move the chains, and offer redzone options.

6b. Craig Woodson S California- This DB class isn't terribly strong at the top...but alot of good midround prospects will be found late on day 3, due to the great depth at other positions of value. Safeties, in particular, might yield some very nice 6th and 7th round bargains...and with Minter using 3 safeties in a number of packages, great add for depth.

6c. Ahmed Hassanein DE Boise State- Notice I put DE and not Edge...I think he fits a tweener roll, sometimes lining up as a Big Edge, or sometimes inside, depending on the down...a roll player like Morgan Fox. We had him in for a top 30 visit...

6d. Eli Cox C Kentucky- Experience at Center in the SEC, and the frame to get a little bigger...would be a nice developmental backup at all interior oline positions.

7. Kalel Mullings RB Michigan- A converted LB who has only been a RB for a few years, he stole the job from Donovan Edwards...and was far more effective. While he needs more reps to develop as a truly elusive runner, he is great as a short yardage power back, great at pass pro, and would be an instant special teams asset both ways...floor is a career Special teamer...the 7th is where we pick these guys.

Where is the badly needed JUICE on offense? Not coming from Evans, Skattebo, Mullings thats for sure

[CanadianBoltFan]

Trade back looks like the best option for us due to talent possibly available at 22, two trade back mocks from 2 different platforms:

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That 2nd mock is awesome

[Bolt4Knob]

I love the Caldwell pick. And the Poona Ford comp is perfect. It’s why I don’t think they need to take Grant at 22 when you can just get a Caldwell or a Norman-Lott or a Ty Hamilton or a CJ West later and add more value via a trade down. I like all the picks from him down. But the top of that draft is exactly why I think they need to trade down if they can and if they can’t, this is where they may just end up.

By all accounts, this draft is pretty equal from like 15 to 45 - be nice to get two of those players. And like you said, there is such depth at certain positions in this draft
Will be fun to see what finally friggin happens!
I have listened to so many podcasts, mock drafts, etc.. And the news from Allbright yesterday - kind of threw me about OL going earlier than people think - meaning the volume plus Henderson maybe to the Bears

[Boltjolt]

Trade back looks like the best option for us due to talent possibly available at 22, two trade back mocks from 2 different platforms:

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Id be stunned if Henderson is there at 55 and Taylor at 47. If so those two picks are gold. I don't they will.

Jets for sure would take Tatlor at 42..... And I might be doing that today in the forum mock lol

[Jack Burton]

I agree about the Bills and Chargers. Chargers are still building so if you can somehow go from 5 picks in the first 5 rounds to 7, maybe 8 picks (so one trade back in round 1, a trade up from R6 to R5) - I think you are checking a lot of depth boxes.

Granted, if Harmon, Loveland or Tmac are there at 22 - would take a lot to move off of those. But it the choices are Grant, CB, maybe Ebuka at WR, no TE, Edge - I am looking to trade back

Im exactly with you. On board 100%. If those guys are there run the card in.
If not, I’ll even call BUF myself and initiate trying to trade down. There is just so much starter caliber depth in that pick 30 to pick 100, I am doing everything I can to trade down and nail 5 players in there.

[Boltnut]

This is my final mock before the draft. I am assuming that my favorites (Jeanty, Warren, Hampton, and Colston) are gone by pick #22.

#22: TE Mason Taylor.
I know that most will see this as a reach. But I started believing in this kid way back in November/December. His stats don't match his ability. He played in a very WR-centric offense. But go watch that November 5th, 2022 game vs Alabama. LSU put their faith in an 18-year old during 2 of the most critical junctures in the game. He caught a 4th-quarter TD (less than 2 minutes to go in the game)... then he caught the game-winning overtime 2-point conversion to seal the deal. On a team that historically melts during the big games, they need a go-to guy with the game on the line. He'll make the receiving corps much more dangerous as a whole. I pick him @#22 as a multiplying factor on offense. Justin needs weapons. After the 12-15 "elite" superstars are gone, there is a large group of solid starters 15-55. When Joe has similar grades on players... he looks at the person and fit for the culture. I think Taylor has those intangibles.

#55: RB Quinshon Judkins.
The Chargers must run the ball... this is our philosophy going forward. Najee was a very smart free agent pick-up. His durability has been great... his production, less so. Should he go down to injury (a Charger tradition) a RB with proven large-load capabilities is needed to sustain the run game. While at Old Miss, Judkins took on that heavy load (545 carries in 2 years). A bigger back (@220lbs.) fits the Harbaugh/Roman mold. For his size, he can get outside the tackles surprisingly well. He is a good comp to JK Dobbins.

#86: DE Jordan Burch.
He may not last this long. Maybe his "tweener" size allows him to slip. Teams may be confused as to his fit. His size replaces Joey. He's not as athletic... but a very solid all-around player that Minter will use when stunting DT's and Edge-rusher. With Mack's advanced age and Dupree's free agent status next year... Edge becomes an important PON in this draft. There are other intriguing prospects @Edge in the 3rd round... should Burch not be there @#86.

#125: DT Aeneas Peebles.
A really deep DT class allows us to wait at DT. I chose Peebles over other capable players because he creates disruption and can create pressure on the QB. He's my Poona Ford replacement. More stout vs the run than Morgan Fox.

#158: WR Kaden Prather.
A good size/speed ratio makes him an X-WR. We need some depth behind Mike Williams.

#181: CB Justin Walley.
Good all-around CB that tackles well. Minter gets the most out of his secondary. Their CB picks in the 5th round... and wise free agent pick-ups allows us to address other needs earlier.

#199: OC Eli Cox.
I'm not sure if he's available here... pundits are sleeping on him. Depth at center... Bozeman slides over to back-up Zion @LG. Competitors welcome!

#209: Edge Jasheen Davis.
I double dip at edge-rusher because of impending free agent departures next off-season. Like Walley and Cox before him... this is a value pick that I believe pundits are sleeping on.

#214: LB Nick Martin.
He's kind of a LB/S tweener. He reminds me of Adrian Phillips. Versatile.

#256: OG Addison West.
A small school developmental IOL. Probably ends up on the practice squad as he becomes stronger. Good athlete.

[Eurobolt]

Mason at 22 is overdrafting for need. Love him but can't see value at picking him in 1st

[dmac_bolt]

Im not saying they don’t have clusters. Im saying those clusters aren’t like other drafts this time. It’s not like last year. That was a very good draft with everything you could want from top to bottom. Hypothetically of course but you see some results already. Im saying that if you aren’t in the cluster of HOF/AP guys, then I think the best plan of attack is to get as much in the immediate next tier as you can in the Chargers situation specifically. I wouldn’t suggest that for just any team in this draft. Like BUF for example. They have different issues and their roster is built out.
I still see a ton of “Loveland is falling to us and now he’s got red flags…” lol
He’s got red flags but take him at 22, anyways, right? lol.
Oh, the final days before the draft the real tabloid stuff starts floating around…

You could be right.

Loveland’s biggest flag is some GMs in late Rd 1 are whispering because they want him to stay on the board until they pick imo

[Eurobolt]

You could be right.

Loveland’s biggest flag is some GMs in late Rd 1 are whispering because they want him to stay on the board until they pick imo

Loveland has 40% of success on contested catches, YAC is lowerish, not a good blocker and injuries on top of it. He should not be 1st re pick for us.

[dmac_bolt]

Loveland has 40% of success on contested catches, YAC is lowerish, not a good blocker and injuries on top of it. He should not be 1st re pick for us.

A bad QB and no WRs will impact your stats, is my opinion. Need to clear medicals, for sure.

I’m a Taylor fan myself - HOF bred, his hands are next level great, I think he has the best hands in this TE class. big and fast … I don’t think 22 is an overdraft if he’s what I imagine he is. If he’s not - I blew it.

I don’t think they take TE in Rd1. I think they build inside out or take Egbuka. Egbuka is a cross between Flowers and Ladd … plays big under the brightest lights. F & L were the last 2 WRs Joe drafted (ok, now I’m pretending that he drafted players in BAL, see what this place does to us!). The lines are the tips of something.