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● By Matt Verderame
Things can change fast. Last season, it was thought Caleb Williams and Drake Maye would be the clear and definitive Nos. 1 and 2 picks in the 2024 NFL Draft. Not so fast. This time a year ago, we took a crack at ranking the top 25 prospects with a year remaining until their draft cards would be turned in. Of those 25, a respectable 14 went in the first round. With the caveat of time, injuries and developmental unknowns in mind, here’s a look at who has a shot at the 2025 first round come next spring.

Top Players Not Included

These players appear in the top 25 of our

Consensus Big Board

, but do not show up on this big board.