The 2025 NFL Draft is approximately four weeks away. The intrigue is rising for the Tennessee Titans, who own the No. 1 overall selection. ESPN's Matt Miller recently dropped a full seven-round mock draft, which is impressive. Unsurprisingly, Miller has the Titans taking Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward.
"Every option is on the table for the Titans, but all signs point to them selecting a quarterback here," Miller shrewdly points out. "They didn't add competition for starter Will Levis in free agency despite it being a clear-cut need. And while Abdul Carter and Travis Hunter are blue-chip prospects, it'd be hard for the Titans to justify not taking a quarterback with this pick. Ward's arm talent, mobility and penchant for big plays would open up Brian Callahan's offense."
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Ward is the straightforward and expected choice for the Titans at No. 1 overall. Things get a little surprising in the second round, where the Titans select Alabama offensive guard Tyler Booker with the 35th pick.
Titans draft a guard in the second round of ESPN's 2025 NFL Mock Draft
"The Titans selected Ward in Round 1, now they must protect him," Miller continues. "Even after signing left tackle Dan Moore Jr. in free agency and shifting JC Latham to right tackle, the Titans need help up front. Adding Booker to former first-rounder Peter Skoronski at guard could make Tennessee's line a strength, especially under offensive line coach Bill Callahan's tutelage."
Miller does not mention that the Titans signed veteran guard Kevin Zeitler in free agency. It's worth noting Zeitler is an aging player on a one-year contract, and drafting Booker would give the Titans an in-house solution for 2026. But can they really afford to draft for 2026 while currently possessing so many holes ahead of 2025?
Round-up thoughts on the Titans' remaining picks.
Round 4 (No. 103 overall): Jordan Burch, EDGE, Oregon
Jordan Burch carries three-down potential at the next level. The Oregon Ducks standout is a big-bodied defensive linemen who sets the edge on early downs. As a pass rusher, Burch might possess the best bull rush of any EDGE defender in this class.
Round 4 (No. 120 overall): Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State
Finally the Titans draft a wide receiver. Washington State's Kyle Williams previously played alongside Ward. Titans offensive coordinator Nick Holz also shared a stint alongside Williams at UNLV, making him a strong potential target for GM Mike Borgonzi.
Round 5 (No. 141 overall): Danny Stutsman, LB, Oklahoma
The Titans have more questions than answers at linebacker. Are Cedric Gray, Otis Reese, and James Williams going to step up opposite free-agent signing Cody Barton? Danny Stutsman leaves Oklahoma having compiled three consecutive 100 tackle seasons.
Round 5 (No. 167 overall): Mac McWilliams, CB, UCF
Cornerback depth is a need following Chido Awuzie's release. Mac McWilliams possesses excellent zone-cover instincts. He'd provide terrific help behind L'Jarius Sneed, Jarvis Brownlee Jr., and Roger McCreary.
Round 6 (No. 178 overall): Maxen Hook, S, Toledo
Miller has the Titans doubling down in the secondary here. Free-agent addition Xavier Woods is a short-term solution, and Amani Hooker is entering a contract year. Toledo's Maxen Hook is a productive prospect who is best utilized near the line of scrimmage.
Round 6 (No. 188 overall): Collin Oliver, EDGE, Oklahoma State
The Titans need to double down at EDGE. Oliver is an explosive defender with linebacker-edge versatility. He'd be a chess-piece for defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson.