2025 NFL Draft Kicks Off in Green Bay Tonight

GREEN BAY, Wis. – The 2025 NFL Draft is set to begin at 8 p.m. ET tonight at Lambeau Field, with teams looking to bolster their rosters over the next three days. The Tennessee Titans hold the first overall pick, and Miami quarterback Cam Ward is the expected top selection.

This year’s draft will feature seven rounds spanning from Thursday to Saturday. Analysts are closely monitoring the movements of top prospects like Colorado’s Travis Hunter and Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter, who are viewed as potential game-changers for the teams that draft them.

All 32 teams will have 10 minutes to make their selections in the first round. Notably, the Browns and Giants hold the second and third picks, respectively, with both teams eyeing quarterbacks as they navigate their needs for a franchise player.

There will be 16 players attending the draft in person, including notable names like Alabama’s quarterback and Georgia’s edge rusher. The 49ers and Ravens lead the way with the most selections, holding 11 picks each. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings have the fewest with just four.

Despite this year’s draft class having a smaller pool of blue-chip talent, there is significant depth in positions like running back, wide receiver, and edge rusher. Teams are expected to capitalize on opportunities to find quality prospects in Rounds 2-4.

As the draft unfolds, many teams are rumored to be considering trades, particularly those in the top ten. The New York Giants have been actively seeking to move up the board, as they evaluate their options around the quarterback position.

The anticipation leading up to tonight’s draft is palpable, as teams finalize their strategies and prepare to make impactful decisions that could shape the future of their franchises.