BREAKING NEWS :Chad Brinker expectation on Tennessee Titan 2025 NFL mock Draft

Tennessee Titans president of football operations Chad Brinker recently said the team wouldn’t pass on a “generational talent” with the No. 1 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. Those comments prompted our latest seven-round mock draft. While trading down remains a viable option, the Titans shouldn’t pass on a franchise-altering player.

Round 1 (No. 1): Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

Abdul Carter may be the “generational” prospect the Titans are referring to. Many believed that to be Travis Hunter, but unless he’s a two-way player, wide receivers or cornerbacks are hardly ever considered can’t-miss. Premium pass rushers are. Carter would immediately become Tennessee’s most impactful edge defender.

Round 2 (No. 35): Jack Nelson, OT, Wisconsin

Expect Wisconsin’s Jack Nelson to be a pre-draft riser. He’s super experienced, recording more than 50 career starts under his belt. Scouts see Nelson as a right tackle, a position where the Titans possess a massive hole. Nelson would be plug-and-play for Bill Callahan. The Titans need to find an instant starter at right tackle in the second round.

Round 4 (No. 102): Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State

Brian Callahan needs a new slot receiver in 11 personnel. Tyler Boyd is scheduled to reach free agency as an aging asset past his prime. Jaylin Noel is a short-area winner who places opposing defensive backs in a blender when faced with man coverage opportunities.

Round 4 (No. 119): Cody Lindenberg, LB, Minnesota

Linebacker is a secondary offseason need. Kenneth Murray is a potential cap casualty and Jack Gibbens is recovering from a serious injury. Cody Lindenberg is a tackling machine. The Titans are sending a large group to the Senior Bowl. Lindenberg will impress in Mobile.

Round 5 (No. 142): Upton Stout, S, Western Kentucky

Upton Stout is an undersized safety who is an ideal personnel fit for three-safety looks. Think of the useful role Elijah Molden once filled. Stout has plus-level athleticism and instincts.

Round 5 (No. 169): Jackson Slater, C, Sacramento State

Jackson Slater possesses guard/center versatility. Though he mostly played guard in college, scouts see a potential future starter at center. That would be helpful to the Titans, who have Lloyd Cushenberry recovering from a serious season-ending injury.

Round 6 (No. 180): Bilhal Kone, CB, Western Michigan

Cornerback depth is needed, especially given the injuries to L’Jarius Sneed and Chido Awuzie. Bilhal Kone has terrific size to play boundary corner. From JUCO to Indiana State and Western Michigan, Kone consistently elevated his level of play while facing step-ups in competition.

Round 7 (No. 241): Jackson Hawes, TE, Georgia Tech

Jackson Hawes is the best in-line blocking tight end in the class. The Titans have a similar player in Nick Vannett slated for free agency. Hawes is incredibly violent and physical, and projects as a future leader in an NFL locker room