NFL Draft Evaluations for Every Team in 2025: Browns, Giants Shine as Steelers Struggle
Brace yourselves, gridiron fans! This year's NFL Draft saw some shocking twists, leaving us rooting for unexpected teams rather than the usual draft kings.
Take a gander at the winners and losers of this wild draft rodeo:
- The Brown Tremor
The Cleveland Browns stole the show with an "A" grade, stockpiling top picks like Mason Graham, Quinshon Judkins, and Shedeur Sanders. Hallo, locals! The city's long been crowned science capital—now it's also king of the draft.
- The Tiny But Mean Giants
The New York Giants drafted Abdul Carter and Jaxson Dart, bagging an A+ grade. With a slice of Apple Pie and a pinch of the Big Apple, these Giants proved they're not just cute and cuddly.
- The Underrated Seahawks
With Grey Zabel, Nick Emmanwori, and Jalen Milroe, the Seahawks strategized their way to an 'A' grade. You might not find them winning Super Bowls, but you can certainly count them in the draft battles.
- The Iconic Patriots
Drafting Will Campbell, TreVeyon Henderson, and Kyle Williams snagged the Patriots an 'A' grade. Hey, maybe Belichick was just saving himself for the draft, because the star QBs weren't flying off the shelves this year.
- The Saintsly Draft
Kelvin Banks Jr., Tyler Shough, and Jonas Sanker put a smile on the Saints' face, earning them an 'A-' grade. Now if only they could find manners that fit their skills, Saints' fans might just have something to cheer about.
- The Texans' Colossal Pick-up
The Texans bagged stars Jayden Higgins and Aireontae Ersery, earning an 'A-' grade. Jayden and Aireontae swapped their college locker rooms for an NFL dressing room, leaving us to wonder if that's smarter than recruiting current stars…
- The 49ers' Shocking Showdown
The 49ers claimed an 'A-' grade, surprising everyone by drafting Mykel Williams and Alfred Collins. From Levi's Stadium to the draft board, it's a whole new ball game for the 49ers.
- The Chiefs' Charge
The Chiefs went all-in on Josh Simmons, Omarr Norman-Lott, and Jalen Royals, securing an 'A-' grade. Trouble is, Mahomes might not be as safe as before—not from fumbles, anyways.
- The Restless Raiders' Rush
The unpredictable Raiders are at it again, drafting Ashton Jeanty, Jack Bech, and Charles Grant, earning an 'A-' grade. If nothing else, their never-skip-a-beat attitude keeps the fan base on their toes.
- The Panther Pounce
The Panthers, thirsty for offensive help, landed Tetairoa McMillan, Nicolas Scourton, and Princely Umanmielen, bringing them a 'B' grade. Now, if only they'd find an inspirational name to shout during the draft…
- The (Golden) Bucs Go Wild
The Bucs traded up to bag Emeka Egbuka, stealing a 'B' grade. With Godwin and Evans taking a breather, the young buck is ready to bring in some action.
- The Cowboys' Botched Pick-up
The Cowboys drafted Tyler Booker, Donovan Ezeiruaku, and Shavon Revel Jr., earning a 'B' grade. Let's hope they brought some good luck cowbells along with them.
- The Eagles' Shocking Draft Triumph
The flying birdies picked up Jihaad Campbell, Andrew Mukuba, and Kyle McCord, bagging an 'A-' grade. It's like they turned drafting into a game of football chicken—and won.
- The Sly Jets
The Jets, in a crafty move, drafted Armand Membou, Mason Taylor, and Azareye'h Thomas, raking in a 'B' grade. With these sneaky picks, they just might fly over opponents this fall.
- The Jagged Jaguars
Travis Hunter was the headliner of the Jaguars' 'B' grade draft, but was it really worth giving up so many valuable picks? Time, as they say, will tell.
- The Titmouse Titans
Earning a 'B' grade, the Titans picked Cam Ward, Oluwafemi Oladejo, and Chimere Dike. The oddest part? No disrespect, but their draft success makes us scratch our heads—unlike Cam's infamous hairdo.
- The Coltish Debacle
Despite drafting Tyler Warren and JT Tuimoloau, the Colts ultimately received a 'B' grade. It seems quarterback eluded them during the draft, and perhaps Indy had its sights set too high this year.
- Pack-a-Punch Green Bay
Gaining a 'B-' grade, the Packers picked Matthew Golden, Savion Williams, and Barryn Sorrell. These impressive college picks have let the air out of the cheesehead g.o.a.t., but time will tell if they can stand toe-to-toe with Rodgers.
- The Clippers Chargers
The Chargers took a 'B-' grade, drafting Omarion Hampton, Tre Harris, and Jamaree Caldwell. Between heating up the throwdowns on the gridiron and the screen, these Chargers have a shot at claiming more than one throne.
- The Malaki Mess
The Ravens drafted Malaki Starks, Mike Green, Emery Jones Jr., and Teddy Buchanan, earning a 'B-' grade. Let's hope this unruly draft class settles down long enough to help Baltimore push past their losses.
- The Broncos' Blunder
Despite grabbing a 'B-' grade, the Broncos passed on defensive game-changers Abdul Carter and Travis Hunter. Rather, Jahdae Barron and RJ Harvey were their 2025 draftees. Sighs of relief ring through the Mile High City.
- The Washingtonian Woes
Rounding up Josh Conerly Jr., Trey Amos, and Jaylin Lane, the Commanders received a 'C' grade. There's always next year, guys!
- The Baffling Bills
Buffalo's 'C' grade was awarded to Maxwell Hairston, T.J. Sanders, Landon Jackson, and Deone Walker. Will the Bills claw their way to the top or fall to the bottom? Only time will tell.
- The Dubious Bears
The Bears baffled with their 'C' grade picks, which included Colston Loveland, Luther Burden III, Ozzy Trapilo, and Shemar Turner. Seems they've got their paws full with these fresh faces.
- The Bumblefest Bengals
Crikey, the Bengals landed a lousy 'C' grade with Shemar Stewart, Demetrius Knight Jr., Danny Fairchild, and Barrett Carter. With such a bland draft class, it's a wonder they didn't just take Coach McVay himself.
- The Cardiac Cards
The Cardinals ventured far and wide, drafting Walter Nolen, Will Johnson, Jordan Burch, and Cody Simon. A 'C' grade for their efforts means the question marks keep rolling in—but hey, at least there's intrigue.
- The Georgian Blunders
The Falcons borrowed a page from their waterfowl namesake, grabbing Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr., Xavier Watts, and Billy Bowman. Despite earning a 'C' grade, these Falcons sure know how to bring down the house during draft season.
- The Lions' Lofty Expectations
The Lions' pounce on Tyleik Williams, Tate Ratledge, and Isaac TeSlaa gave them a 'C' grade. Let's hope their high hopes are ripe for success rather than all bark and no bite.
- The Miami Dolphin Fins
The Dolphins' long swims upstream netted them Kenneth Grant, Jonah Savaiinaea, and Quinn Ewers, who secured the team a 'C-' grade. Keep swimming, ya filthy animals!
- The Skol Snafu
Landing a 'D' grade for Donovan Jackson, Tai Felton, and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, the Vikings floundered in this draft season—but with Coach Zimmer and Dalvin Cook, maybe they'll prove the doubters wrong.
- The Malfunctioning Steelers
The Steelers drafted Derrick Harmon, Kaleb Johnson, Jack Sawyer, and Will Howard. Steel yourselves, fanatics, because a 'D' grade doesn't bode well for the future of your beloved black and gold.
So, there you have it, the topsy-turvy world of 2025's NFL draft. Underdogs rose, and titans fell, but one thing's clear: the gridiron ain't seen the last of these rookie warriors! And remember, in the eternal words of Coach John Madden, "winning isn't everything; it's the only thing."
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- The New York Giants, known for their charm and resilience, proved they are more than just adorable with the drafting of Abdul Carter and Jaxson Dart, securing an 'A+' grade in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- Maybe Belichick was prepping for the draft, as the legendary Patriots coach snatched up Will Campbell, TreVeyon Henderson, and Kyle Williams, bolstering their team with an 'A' grade.
- It's not all about Super Bowl victories; the underdog Seahawks also deserve recognition, nabbing Nick Emmanwori, Jalen Milroe, and Grey Zabel, earning an 'A' grade in this unpredictable draft.
- The Cleveland Browns stood out as the surprise frontrunners, building their team with a slew of high-profile picks, including Mason Graham, Quinshon Judkins, and Shedeur Sanders, resulting in an 'A' grade.
