2025 NFL Draft Buzz: Quarterback Prospects, Pro Day Standouts & Giants' Strategy at No. 3

Draft Fever Heats Up as 2025 NFL Draft Approaches

With the 2025 NFL Draft just weeks away (April 24), the scouting world is abuzz with quarterback debates and pro day revelations. Our analysts Matt Miller, Jordan Reid and Field Yates break down the key storylines shaping this year's selection process.

Jaxson Dart: First-Round Lock or Late Surprise?

The Ole Miss quarterback has seen his stock skyrocket since the Senior Bowl:

Reid (75% chance): "Dart ranks as my QB3, but multiple teams have him as their QB2. The Rams at No. 26 would be ideal - learning under McVay and Stafford."

Yates (90% chance): "Pittsburgh at No. 21 needs a starter now. Watch for Cleveland to potentially trade up from Round 2 to secure that fifth-year option."

Miller (95% chance): "Scouts agree his predraft process has been too impressive to fall out of Round 1. Only Shedeur Sanders sliding could change this."

Pro Day Performances Shaking Up Draft Boards

Rising Stars:

• Jalen Milroe (QB, Alabama): 4.4 40-yard dash confirmed by scouts, improved hand size (9½"), showing better chemistry with WR Ryan Williams
• Mason Taylor (TE, LSU): Posted elite combine numbers at pro day - 4.64 40, 28 bench reps at 246 lbs. Jets (No. 42) and Colts (No. 45) showing interest

Falling Stocks:

• Xavier Restrepo (WR, Miami): 4.8 40-time likely pushes productive slot receiver to Day 3 despite route-running prowess

Giants' Conflicting Signals at No. 3

Despite signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston:

Miller: "League sources say Giants' love for Shedeur Sanders is 'the worst-kept secret.' Scouting department attended every Colorado home game."

Reid: "Hunter or Abdul Carter become options if QBs are gone. New secondary signings (Adebo, Holland) allow flexibility."

Yates: "Don't be fooled by vet signings - Wilson's 1-year deal screams 'bridge QB.' Long-term solution still needed."

Expert Sleepers Outperforming Consensus

• Donovan Jackson (G, Ohio State): Showed rare tackle-guard versatility (No. 19 on Yates' board)
• Walter Nolen (DT, Ole Miss): Explosive disruptor who could go top-20 (Reid's No. 11)
• Luther Burden III (WR, Missouri): Undervalued after scheme-limited production (Miller's No. 13)

First-Round Positional Projections

Latest Scouting Notebook Highlights

• Measurements Matter: Will Campbell's fluctuating arm length (32⅝" to 33") raising eyebrows
• Combine Makeups: Emeka Egbuka's 4.48 40 solidified late-1st round grade
• Small School Spotlight: Marshall's Mike Green (EDGE) impressing Falcons with LB/DE versatility

The draft picture continues evolving daily - check back next week for updated mock drafts and breaking developments as we count down to April 24 in Detroit.