2025 Draft Big Boards, Position Rankings, and Mocks

[Chocolate Lab]

He's still one of my top guys at 12, but I also like Grant and Nolen well enough and would rather have an extra 2 or 3 and one of them (or even Harmon himself) after trading down.

It just feels like there isn't much value at 12 outside of Jeanty, McMillan, Warren and yes, Will Johnson (pending Combine). I really like guys like Green and Harmon but taking them at 12 feels unnecessary when you can trade down and probably still get one of them, or someone similar enough like Nolen, Grant or Pearce.

Yes, exactly. This is what we need to do.

 

[Simpleton]

I hate to just blanket say, I want to trade down, but outside something crazy happening, I want to trade down. I see no shot at guys like Hunter, Graham, McMillan or Carter. I'm hesitant to put Jeanty in that group even though I really love him. Otherwise I just want to trade down. We need more picks. And I can get a stud RB with the extra pick you give me potentially. And still get a stellar DT, DE or WR in the first.

And I really like Warren too. But I'm not sure I like him enough to take a TE even though it's one of the lowest priorities on my list. If we trade down and he is still available, then I'm way more comfortable. Because that extra pick allows you to sort of take some luxury positions.

Jeanty deserves to be there, he's very obviously one of the top 4-5 prospects in this class and I'd argue one of the best RB prospects over the last 10-15 years. Better than Bijan in my opinion (Combine pending) and damn near right there with guys like Elliott and Barkley as prospects.

It's just that the position is so devalued that he will likely be there, and I get wanting to pass him up especially if we can get an extra 2, but he's definitely there in terms of value/being an elite prospect.

 

[Cowboysrock55]

It's just that the position is so devalued that he will likely be there, and I get wanting to pass him up especially if we can get an extra 2, but he's definitely there in terms of value/being an elite prospect.

That's kind of what I was trying to say. Jeanty is an elite RB prospect but I think I prefer a trade down unless we just can't get value. And I probably wouldn't feel that way if this RB class wasn't deep and talented. You throw Jeanty in last years RB class, which I felt was pretty deep but not overly top heavy and I'd be all over Jeanty at 12. So in all fairness it's this class that makes me feel differently about it.

 

[Rev]

I hate to just blanket say, I want to trade down, but outside something crazy happening, I want to trade down. I see no shot at guys like Hunter, Graham, McMillan or Carter. I'm hesitant to put Jeanty in that group even though I really love him. Otherwise I just want to trade down. We need more picks. And I can get a stud RB with the extra pick you give me potentially. And still get a stellar DT, DE or WR in the first.

And I really like Warren too. But I'm not sure I like him enough to take a TE even though it's one of the lowest priorities on my list. If we trade down and he is still available, then I'm way more comfortable. Because that extra pick allows you to sort of take some luxury positions.

More picks is more future pie leafs. No can do.

 

[Simpleton]

As an aside, I don't think there's any chance we actually take Warren at 12. Ferguson was a Pro Bowler in 2023, for what that's worth these days, and Schoonmaker looked pretty decent last year.

Given that they'll obviously do dick and shit during FA, it's very hard to see them spending their most impactful asset on another TE.

So I'm really hoping he blazes a 4.55 or something at the Combine and goes before our pick.

Jalon Walker is another one who I think probably deserves to go top 10ish but I just can't see us taking him given the Eberflus scheme.

 

[shoop]

I'd expect idiocy like this 100x more than some good free agency adds.

And then claim trading for big time defensemen doesn’t work.

 

[Cowboysrock55]

Jalon Walker is another one who I think probably deserves to go top 10ish but I just can't see us taking him given the Eberflus scheme.

Yeah the only thing is I don't really know what they are going to want on offense. We need offensive play makers. I can't really remember how they used the TE in Seattle or New York when Schotty was calling plays. Did he prefer to spread it out or use multiple TEs? I can't recall a top receiving TE. But my preference has always been spread the defense out a little when you pound the ball. Don't encourage the defense to match your TEs with bigger dudes and stack the box.

But then I'm back to trading down if you decide you want a dynamic TE. You can always grab a dude like Mason Taylor (Jason Taylor's kid) with an extra pick if you have one.

 

[ravidubey]

Nolan is 33 5/8 is that ok or too short?

I'm more worried about his attitude and work ethic than arm length.

It just helps, but as Aaron Donald proved, it’s not everything. Donald made up for it with a unique quickness and ability to slip through almost any daylight faster than people would anticipate. His compact frame helped him bring a lot of power.

So call arm length a “rounding up” stat, but it’s nothing compared to drive and talent. Physical size also matters. Below 285 or so, you need to be super-talented and quick to make up for the lack of power and lost natural ability to anchor.

Nolan’s arms are like Madubuike’s, and it took a while for his NFL production to get to where he was in college.

 

[Plan9Misfit]

5 round mock. I took BPA the first three rounds.

This was a trade dow, which netted Atlanta’s 2026 2nd round pick. Totally unrealistic to move up 3 spots, though.

 

[Chocolate Lab]

How are y'alls running back rankings going? Been watching more highlights this year and this is still my boy in the mid-rounds.

Wish he were a touch faster, but the vision and ability to make people miss in the hole, not just out in open space, is pretty great.

 

[Simpleton]

How are y'alls running back rankings going? Been watching more highlights this year and this is still my boy in the mid-rounds.

Wish he were a touch faster, but the vision and ability to make people miss in the hole, not just out in open space, is pretty great.

I'd be fine with Neal in the 3rd, depending on how he runs.

This could change slightly depending on how some of them test but this is generally where I'm at:

Jeanty
Hampton/Johnson
Judkins/Henderson
Sampson
Neal
Harvey
James
Skattebo
Hunter
Gordon
Etienne

Something along those lines, I could easily see all of those guys going in the first 4 rounds.

 

[Chocolate Lab]

Was thinking last night watching some more that Ollie Gordon kind of reminds me of James Conner. I wonder if Adams would prefer a similar style back to what he had before, or if that even matters to him.

Also, I think Hampton is my favorite after Jeanty. I see people saying he isn't that fast or shifty, and I think, what? Maybe not super shifty but it definitely looks to mw like the speed is there.

 

[boozeman]

Dallas Cowboys 7-Round NFL Mock Draft: February


by Justin Melo
Feb 18, 2025 • 10:56 am

The Dallas Cowboys endured a difficult season throughout 2024 and failed to qualify for the postseason. Owner Jerry Jones then failed to reach terms on a contract extension with head coach Mike McCarthy. In true Jones fashion, the hiring process was strange, concluding by promoting offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer.

The Cowboys own the No. 12 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, and 10 total picks. With salary cap difficulties abay, it’s critical they enjoy a quality draft. We've conducted a seven-round mock draft that addresses the Cowboys’ biggest needs.

Round 1 (No. 12 overall): Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
The Cowboys posted a 27th-ranked 100.3 rushing yards per contest last season. Jones and his confidants don't always invest premium resources at running back, but I have a difficult time thinking they'll pass on Ashton Jeanty if he remains on the board here. The Heisman finalist would completely transform Dallas' struggling ground attack, ensuring Schottenheimer's offense is far more balanced in 2025 than it was in 2024.

Round 2 (No. 44 overall): Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss
The aging DeMarcus Lawrence is scheduled for free agency. Do the Cowboys have enough faith in Sam Williams and Marshawn Kneeland opposite Micah Parsons? They should continue adding talent here. Princely Umanmielen is an athletic rusher who converts speed to power at a high level. Umanmielen would immediately provide depth and competition.

Round 3 (No. 76 overall): Alfred Collins, DT, Texas
Dallas' struggling run defense allowed a fourth-worst 137.1 ground yards per contest. Mike Zimmer’s defense was soft and weak up the middle. Alfred Collins is a physical and long interior defensive lineman. Collins is raw but possesses the frame to develop into a quality run defender.

Round 5 (No. 150 overall): Tai Felton, WR, Maryland
Brandin Cooks is scheduled for free agency and the Cowboys need WRs to develop opposite CeeDee Lamb. Tai Felton is a towering prospect capable of playing the “X” boundary position, freeing Lamb to move around the formation. Felton is twitchy and creative in the open field.

Round 5 (No. 170 overall): Clay Webb, IOL, Jacksonville State
Future Hall of Famer Zack Martin is a free agent and may finally have reached the end of his line in Dallas. Last year's draft was a good start with Tyler Guyton and Cooper Beebe, but the Cowboys need to continue drafting offensive linemen. Clay Webb has functional strength and should be considered a long-term interior option

Round 5 (No. 172 overall): Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse
Trey Lance and Cooper Rush are both unrestricted free agents. Instead of settling for another year of Rush, the Cowboys should take advantage of their 10 draft picks to select a backup QB with some upside. Kyle McCord was the best thrower at this year's East-West Shrine Bowl. McCord displayed the ability to throw with accuracy and anticipation. He'd be intriguing in Dallas behind Dak Prescott.

Round 5 (No. 174 overall): Jabbar Muhammad, CB, Oregon
The Cowboys should re-sign pending free agent Jourdan Lewis, who played the majority of his snaps at nickel. If they need to add depth and competition, Jabbar Muhammad would be a terrific option on Day Three. Muhammad is getting dinged for being undersized, but he's incredibly competitive and physical in coverage.

Round 6 (No. 190 overall): Jamon Dumas-Johnson, LB, Kentucky
Veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks is a free agent. Dallas arguably needs to add veterans and rookies at the off-ball position. Jamon Dumas-Johnson is a flexible front-seven defender.

Round 6 (No. 211 overall): Robert McDaniel, SAF, Jackson State
Jackson State safety Robert McDaniel put together a nice performance at the HBCU Combine. McDaniel had a 38.5-inch vertical and measured in at 6-foot-2 and 213 pounds. He's a draftable athlete on the back end.

Round 7 (No. 249 overall): Amari Kight, OT, UCF
Drafting a developmental tackle late is never a bad idea. Amari Kight began his college football career at Alabama before transferring to UCF. Kight was a standout at this year's East-West Shrine Bowl.

 

[Simpleton]

That'd be an excellent class.

 

[Cowboysrock55]

Was thinking last night watching some more that Ollie Gordon kind of reminds me of James Conner. I wonder if Adams would prefer a similar style back to what he had before, or if that even matters to him.

Also, I think Hampton is my favorite after Jeanty. I see people saying he isn't that fast or shifty, and I think, what? Maybe not super shifty but it definitely looks to mw like the speed is there.

I actually think of him like Demarco Murray. Both taller but lean RBs while being bigger. Connor looks real thick to me. I think Gordon is leaner looking than that. He has a lot of Murray in him. And if I remember correctly Murray kind of had a down college year too before we drafted him.

 

[Simpleton]

Was thinking last night watching some more that Ollie Gordon kind of reminds me of James Conner. I wonder if Adams would prefer a similar style back to what he had before, or if that even matters to him.

Also, I think Hampton is my favorite after Jeanty. I see people saying he isn't that fast or shifty, and I think, what? Maybe not super shifty but it definitely looks to mw like the speed is there.

I think Hampton is likely the 2nd best RB as long as he doesn't run a 4.6 or something.

 

[Cujo]

I actually think of him like Demarco Murray. Both taller but lean RBs while being bigger. Connor looks real thick to me. I think Gordon is leaner looking than that. He has a lot of Murray in him. And if I remember correctly Murray kind of had a down college year too before we drafted him.

Murray had down year his junior season but actually stayed healthy and had a good senior season. I was shocked we got him in the 3rd.

 

[Chocolate Lab]

I actually think of him like Demarco Murray. Both taller but lean RBs while being bigger. Connor looks real thick to me. I think Gordon is leaner looking than that. He has a lot of Murray in him. And if I remember correctly Murray kind of had a down college year too before we drafted him.

Gordon? Or Hampton?

Anyway, I didn't see OSU at all this year but Gordon looks bigger than he did. He almost looks like a smaller TE out there. Big hips and legs. Wonder if he's almost getting too big, as he didn't look as fast as I'd remembered.

Also, Gordon is a couple inches taller than Conner, so maybe that's why he looks leaner at roughly the same weight.

I could be wrong but Hampton looks to me like a good bit faster than him.

 

[Cowboysrock55]

Gordon? Or Hampton?

Anyway, I didn't see OSU at all this year but Gordon looks bigger than he did. He almost looks like a smaller TE out there. Big hips and legs. Wonder if he's almost getting too big, as he didn't look as fast as I'd remembered.

Also, Gordon is a couple inches taller than Conner, so maybe that's why he looks leaner at roughly the same weight.

I could be wrong but Hampton looks to me like a good bit faster than him.

Ollie Gordon. I didn't watch much of him this year. But last year he looked a lot like Murray to me. Murray was a tall back who ran violent but he never really looked thick to me despite his weight.

Hampton looks more like Connor to me. Really thick looking dude.

 

[boozeman]

Ah hell no.