Check out the latest New Orleans Saints mock drafts from various NFL experts ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Keep track of the latest NFL mock drafts to find out which prospects the experts think the New Orleans Saints will pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Part of theSaints Path to the Draftpresented by Cox.
Pre-Combine Saints Mock Drafts for 2025 NFL Draft
Out of the 115 pre-combine mock drafts we recorded, these are the top 10 most mocked prospects for the New Orleans Saints in Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft.See the first batch of post-combine Saints mock drafts.
These are the most mocked positions before the combine from the NFL experts for the New Orleans Saints' first round draft pick at the 2025 NFL Draft.
1. Mykel Williams, Edge, Texas A&M
Mykel Williams is a common pick for the Saints in mock drafts due to his elite athleticism, size, and potential as a disruptive edge rusher. Experts consistently highlight his high ceiling, versatility, and raw pass-rushing ability. His lack of overwhelming college production (never more than 5 sacks in a season) is noted, but scouts believe his traits and upside could translate into a dominant NFL pass rusher with proper development.
Mykel Williams'Career Overview
2x 2nd-Team All-SEC(2023 & 2024)
- Led Georgia with 8.5 TFL & 5.0 Sacks in 2024
PFF Stats:Led team in pressures both seasons (2022 & 2023)
National Champion 2022Key contributor with 4.5 sacks
- Freshman All-American (2022)
Mykel Williams' Combine Results
Height:6-5 1/8 |Weight:260 |Hand Size:10 1/4 |Arm Length:34 3/8
40-Yard Dash:DNP |10-Yard Split:DNP |Vertical Leap:DNP |Broad Jump:DNP
3-Cone Drill:DNP |20-Yard Shuttle:DNP |Bench Press:DNP
Lance Zierlein's NFL.com overview onMykel Williams
Experts Who Mocked Mykel Williams to the Saints
Chris Trapasso (CBS Sports)1/8/2025
FOX Sports Staff1/8/2025
Ryan Wilson (CBS Sports)1/7/2025
Charlie Campbell (Walter Football)1/7/2025
Daniel Jeremiah (NFL.com)1/26/2025
Josh Edwards (CBS Sports)1/9/2025
Matt Rooney (Bleacher Nation)1/13/2025
Josh Edwards (CBS Sports)1/30/2025
Lance Zierlein (NFL.com)2/3/2025
Gennaro Filice (NFL.com)2/20/2025
Jacob Camenker (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)2/18/2025
Lou Scataglia (NFL Spin Zone)2/23/2025
Jeff Bell (Football Guys)2/24/2025
Garrett Podell (CBS Sports)2/24/2025
Chris Trapasso (CBS Sports)2/6/2025
2. Tetairoa McMillan, Wide Receiver, Arizona
Tetairoa McMillan is a big-bodied, contested-catch specialist who has been frequently mocked to the Saints. At 6'5", 212 lbs, experts highlight his exceptional ball skills, fluid movement for his size, and ability to separate using length rather than elite speed. His ability to track deep throws, win 50/50 balls, and contribute in the red zone makes him a high-upside selection at No. 9 overall.
Tetairoa McMillan's Career Overview
2024:1st-TeamAssociated Press All-American, 1st-TeamAll-Big 12 Conference
2023:3rd-TeamAssociated Press All-American, 2nd-TeamAll-Pac-12 Conference
Set Arizona's all-time career receiving yards record(3,423 yards), passing Bobby Wade
2024:1,319 yards, 84 receptions, 8 TDs (Ranked 3rd in FBS for receiving yards)
2023:1,402 yards, 90 receptions, 10 TDs (Tied for team lead)
- Led all FBS players in contested catches since 2023 (35 total, per PFF)
- First Power-4 player to have 80+ receptions, 1,300+ yards & 8+ TD in consecutive seasons since Justin Blackmon (2010-2011)
Tetairoa McMillan's Combine Results
Height:6-4 |Weight:219 |Hand Size:10 |Arm Length:31 1/2
40-Yard Dash:DNP |10-Yard Split:DNP |Vertical Leap:DNP |Broad Jump:DNP
3-Cone Drill:DNP |20-Yard Shuttle:DNP |Bench Press:DNP
Lance Zierlein's NFL.com overview onTetairoa McMillan
Experts Who Mocked Tetairoa McMillan to the Saints
Jacob Infante (Pro Football Network)1/13/2025
Scott Bair (Marquee Sports Network)1/13/2025
Eddie Brown (San Diego Tribune)1/10/2025
Joe Schad (Palm Beach Post)1/22/2025
Eric Edholm (NFL.com)1/31/2025
Matt Miller (ESPN)2/3/2025
Tom Fornelli (CBS Sports)2/7/2025
Dan Parr (NFL.com)2/13/2025
Andrew Buller-Russ (Sportsnaut)2/25/2025
Tom Fornelli (CBS Sports)2/21/2025
Eddie Brown (San Diego Tribune)2/11/2025
Jacob Infante (Pro Football Network)2/2/2025
Sportnaut Staff (Sportsnaut)2/18/2025
Sayre Bedinger (NFL Spin Zone)2/19/2025
3. Will Johnson, Cornerback, Michigan
At 6'2" and 202 lbs, Johnson possesses the ideal size, length, and instincts to thrive in a man-heavy system. His ability to eliminate top receivers and force turnovers makes him a potential CB1 for a defense in transition. Johnson allowed zero touchdowns in coverage since 2023, which speaks to his ability to lock down a side of the field. His injury history, including a toe injury that sidelined him for much of 2024, is a concern, but when healthy, he has top-10 talent and elite ball skills.
Will Johnson's Career Overview
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2024:3rd-Team Associated Press All-American, Honorable Mention All-Big Ten Conference
- Tied team lead with 2 INT despite playing just 6 games
- Set Michigan's school record with 3 career pick-sixes
- Allowed a 36.7 passer rating in coverage since 2023 (4th-lowest among FBS CBs, per PFF)
- One of 7 FBS CBs to allow 0 TDs in coverage since 2023 (min. 400 coverage snaps, per PFF)
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2023:1st-Team All-Big Ten Conference, National Championship Game Defensive MVP
- 4 INTs (led team), 4 PBUs in 12 games
2022:Freshman All-American, played all 14 games (5 starts), 3 INTs as a true freshman
NFL Comparison:Often compared to Patrick Surtain II for his size, smooth movement, and shutdown ability
Athletic Background:Father, Deon Johnson, was a DB at Michigan (1990-94), sister works in Michigan's recruiting department
Will Johnson'sCombine Results
Height:6-2 |Weight:194 |Hand Size:9 1/8 |Arm Length:30 1/8
40-Yard Dash:DNP |10-Yard Split:DNP |Vertical Leap:DNP |Broad Jump:DNP
3-Cone Drill:DNP |20-Yard Shuttle:DNP |Bench Press:DNP
Lance Zierlein's NFL.com overview onWill Johnson
Experts Who Mocked Will Johnson to the Saints
Josh Edwards (CBS Sports)1/26/2025
Blake Brockermeyer (CBS Sports)1/28/2025
Mel Kiper (ESPN)1/22/2025
Ryan Wilson (CBS Sports)2/4/2025
Brentley Weissman (Pro Football Network)2/14/2025
Russell Brown (Fantasy Pros)2/14/2025
Josh Edwards (CBS Sports)2/20/2025
FOX Sports Staff (FOX Sports)2/20/2025
Walter Cherepinsky (Walter Football)2/11/2025
Ryan Wilson (CBS Sports)2/22/2025
Walter Cherepinsky (Walter Football)2/24/2025
Charles McDonald (Yahoo Sports)2/25/2025
Post-Combine Saints Mock Drafts for 2025 NFL Draft
NFL.com Draft Analyst Lance Zierlein
Lance Zierlein's latest mock draft has the Saints draftingShemar Stewart, defensive tackle from Texas A&M.
View Lance Zierlein's full mock draft (Updated 3/3/2025)
Shemar Stewart's Career Overview
2024:3rd-Team All-SEC, 31 tackles, 5.5 TFL, 1.5 sacks (career-high in tackles & TFL)
2023:Played all 13 games (1 start), 11 tackles, 2.0 TFL, 1.5 sacks
2022:Played all 12 games (6 starts), 23 tackles, 3.5 TFL, 1.5 sacks
High School:5-star recruit from Monsignor Pace Academy in Miami, FL
Shemar Stewart's Combine Results
Height:6-5 |Weight:267 |Hand Size:9 1/8 |Arm Length:34 1/4
40-Yard Dash:4.59 |10-Yard Split:1.58 |Vertical Leap:40 |Broad Jump:10-11
3-Cone Drill:- |20-Yard Shuttle:- |Bench Press:-
Lance Zierlein's NFL.com overview onShemar Stewart
ESPN Draft Analyst Jordan Reid
Jordan Reid's latest mock draft has the Saints draftingTyler Warren, tight end from Penn State.
View Jordan Reid's full mock draft (Updated 3/4/2025 - Subscription Required)
Tyler Warren's Career Overview
2024:John Mackey Award winner, 104 receptions (T-2nd in FBS), 1,233 yards (school record for TEs), 8 TDs, Fiesta Bowl MVP (6 rec, 63 yds, 2 TDs), 4 rushing TDs, 35 passing yards & 1 passing TD.
2023:3rd-Team All-Big Ten, 34 rec, 422 yards, 7 TDs
2022:10 rec, 123 yards, 3 TDs
2021:5 rec, 61 yards, 1 TD
High School:4-star recruit, dual-threat QB with 1,149 passing yards & 14 TDs, 677 rushing yards & 10 TDs as a senior. Multi-sport standout (basketball & baseball).
Tyler Warren's Combine Results(Pending Pro Day)
Height:6-6 |Weight:261 |Hand Size:9 1/2 |Arm Length:31 3/4
40-Yard Dash:- |10-Yard Split:- |Vertical Leap:- |Broad Jump:-
3-Cone Drill:- |20-Yard Shuttle:- |Bench Press:-
Lance Zierlein's NFL.com overview onTyler Warren
Latest Saints Mock Draft picks (3/2/25 - 3/9/25)
Sayre Bedinger (NFL Spin Zone)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/2/2025
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/7/2025
Justin Melo (The Draft Network)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Will Johnson, Cornerback from Michigan - 3/2/2025
Trevor Sikkema (Pro Football Focus)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Jalon Walker, Edge from Georgia - 3/2/2025
Kyle Crabbs (33rd Team)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Jahdae Barron, Cornerback from Texas - 3/3/2025
Tyler Dragon (USA Today)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Will Johnson, Cornerback from Michigan - 3/3/2025
Ryan Wilson (CBS Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Jahdae Barron, Cornerback from Texas - 3/3/2025
Richie Bradshaw (Sports Illustrated)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | James Pearce Jr., Edge from Tennessee - 3/3/2025
Matt Rooney (Bleacher Nation)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/3/2025
Jared Feinberg (Sports Illustrated)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Mykel Williams, Edge from Georgia - 3/3/2025
Joseph Acosta (SB Nation)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tetairoa McMillan, Wide Receiver from Arizona - 3/3/2025
Rd. 2 / Pick 40 | Mike Green, Edge from Marshall - 3/3/2025
Cody Williams (Fansided)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/3/2025
Rd. 2 / Pick 40 | Darius Alexander, Defensive Tackle from Toledo - 3/3/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 71 | Savion Williams, Wide Receiver from TCU - 3/3/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 93 | Sebastian Castro, Safety from Iowa - 3/3/2025
Lance Zierlein (NFL.com)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/3/2025
Charles McDonald (Yahoo Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Will Johnson, Cornerback from Michigan - 3/3/2025
Logan Ulrich (NFL Trade Rumors)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/3/2025
Lou Scataglia (NFL Spin Zone)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Mykel Williams, Edge from Georgia - 3/4/2025
Dane Brugler (The Athletic)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/4/2025
Andrew Buller-Russ (Sportnaut)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/4/2025
Joe Schad (Palm Beach Post)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Jalon Walker, Edge from Georgia - 3/4/2025
Kyle Dvorchak (NBC Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/4/2025
Walter Cherepinsky (Walter Football)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Will Campbell, Offensive Tackle from LSU - 3/4/2025
Rd. 2 / Pick 40 | Sai'vion Jones, Defensive End from LSU - 3/4/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 71 | Shavon Revel, Cornerback from East Carolina - 3/4/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 93 | Tommi Hill, Cornerback from Nebraska - 3/4/2025
Rd. 4 / Pick 108 | Ty Hamilton, Defensive Tackle from Ohio State - 3/4/2025
Rd. 4 / Pick 127 | D.J. Giddens, Running Back from Kansas State - 3/4/2025
FOX Sports Staff (FOX Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/4/2025
Brentley Weissman (Pro Football Network)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/4/2025
Jordan Reid (ESPN)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/4/2025
Mike Sando (The Athletic)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Kelvin Banks Jr., Offensive Tackle from Texas - 3/5/2025
Chris Trapasso (CBS Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tetairoa McMillan, Wide Receiver from Arizona - 3/5/2025
Charles Davis (NFL.com)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Mykel Williams, Edge from Georgia - 3/5/2025
Bryan Fischer (Sports Illustrated)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Mykel Williams, Edge from Georgia - 3/6/2025
Carter Landis (Sports Illustrated)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/6/2025
Josh Edwards (CBS Sports)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Shemar Stewart, Defensive Tackle from Texas A&M - 3/6/2025
Reese Decker (Pro Football Network)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Mykel Williams, Edge from Georgia - 3/6/2025
Rd. 2 / Pick 40 | Nic Scourton, Edge from Texas A&M - 3/6/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 71 | Jalen Milroe, Quarterback from Alabama - 3/6/2025
Rd. 3 / Pick 93 | Andrew Mukuba, Safety from Texas - 3/6/2025
Scott Bair (Marquee Sports Network)
Rd. 1 / Pick 9 | Tyler Warren, Tight End from Penn State - 3/7/2025
