The Denver Broncos and Houston Texans are attempting to trade up in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, while the New York Giants are looking to acquire a second first-round pick, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini. The Giants hold the No. 3 overall pick, while the Broncos and Texans currently sit at No. 20 and No. 25, respectively.

Welcome to my final mock draft of the 2025 NFL Draft cycle, where I spew incorrect takes throughout the first round that will kick off from Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Thursday night. Well, they won't all be wrong.

Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero could use Walker as a pass rusher on third downs and as an off-ball linebacker on first and second downs. Walker has drawn comparisons to Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu, who is one of the league’s best defensive weapons.