2025 NFL Draft Order: Top 18 Picks Locked In at End of Regular Season
The regular season has come to a close, and with it, the top 18 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft have been locked in. The Jacksonville Jaguars, after a dismal 2-14 campaign, will hold the No. 1 overall selection for the second consecutive year. Joining them in the top five are the Indianapolis Colts (2-14), Houston Texans (3-13), Arizona Cardinals (4-12), and Chicago Bears (5-11).
The Jacksonville Jaguars: A Repeat at No. 1
For the second straight year, the Jacksonville Jaguars will have the opportunity to select the top overall prospect in the NFL Draft. After a disappointing 2-14 season, the Jaguars are in dire need of talent across the board. With a young and inexperienced roster, Jacksonville will likely target a quarterback or pass rusher with the No. 1 pick.
The Indianapolis Colts: A New Era Begins
The Indianapolis Colts are also coming off a disappointing 2-14 season, but they have a new head coach in Shane Steichen to lead them into a new era. Steichen, the former offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles, will likely look to add a dynamic playmaker to his offense with the No. 2 overall pick.
The Houston Texans: A Building Block for the Future
The Houston Texans have been one of the worst teams in the NFL for several years, but they finally showed some signs of improvement in 2024. With a young quarterback in Davis Mills and a promising defense, the Texans could be on the cusp of contention. The No. 3 overall pick will give Houston a chance to add a cornerstone piece to their roster.
The Arizona Cardinals: A Rebuild Underway
The Arizona Cardinals are in the midst of a major rebuild after trading away quarterback Kyler Murray. With a new head coach in Jonathan Gannon and a plethora of draft picks, the Cardinals are poised to make a significant jump in 2025. The No. 4 overall pick will give Arizona a chance to select a franchise-changing player.
The Chicago Bears: A New Hope
The Chicago Bears have been one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL in recent years, but they are hoping for a fresh start in 2025 with a new head coach in Matt Eberflus. Eberflus, the former defensive coordinator of the Indianapolis Colts, will likely look to bolster his defense with the No. 5 overall pick.
Other Notable Picks
In addition to the top five picks, there are several other notable selections in the top 18. The Detroit Lions hold the No. 6 pick, followed by the Carolina Panthers (No. 7), Tennessee Titans (No. 8), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (No. 9), and New York Jets (No. 10).
The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. With several talented prospects available, teams will have the opportunity to add some much-needed reinforcements to their rosters. The draft will be held on April 24-25, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.