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2025 NFL Draft: Cam Ward Poised to be No. 1 Pick as Team Strategies Emerge

The 2025 NFL Draft opens with Cam Ward favored to go first to the Titans, while team strategies for key players are still uncertain.

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Updated: Apr 24th, 2025, 6:27 AM ET

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The 2025 NFL Draft kicks off tonight with the Tennessee Titans expected to select Miami's Cam Ward as the first overall pick. General manager Mike Borgonzi confirmed the decision, as Ward, a 2024 Heisman finalist, holds the record for 158 career touchdowns in NCAA history. While Ward's selection appears certain, the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants are still evaluating their options with other highly rated prospects like Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter, and Abdul Carter. This year's draft is anticipated to be highly competitive, with multiple teams looking to trade up for top talent. Viewers can follow live coverage starting at 5 p.m. ET.


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  • The NFL draft is generating significant buzz, with predictions focused on top picks like Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Colorado's Travis Hunter.

  • Teams such as the Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns are in critical positions to select talented players, especially at quarterback and edge rusher, impacting their future trajectories.

  • Shedeur Sanders, son of NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, is a notable name in the draft conversation, but his draft placement remains unclear as teams balance needs against available talent.


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