After reading all the comprehensive mock drafts from our ESPN gurus, what's one more with a twist? Our NFL Nation reporters shared their expertise by making first-round selections for their teams as we close in on the opening pick of the 2025 NFL draft on Thursday (8 p.m. ET on ESPN, ABC, ESPN App) in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

There was no surprise at No. 1, as the Tennessee Titans took Miami quarterback Cam Ward, but the fun started after that. Despite a ton of speculation, there were only two quarterbacks taken, as offensive line became the focus after the top three picks.

You can watch the full mock draft here, but without further ado, here are the picks:

ROUND 1

1. Tennessee Titans

Turron Davenport's pick: Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Strong consideration goes to pass rusher Abdul Carter and do-it-all playmaker Travis Hunter here, but quarterback is the top priority for the Titans. Tennessee fills its biggest void by taking Ward, the consensus top passer in the draft class. Ward is a proven culture changer who will be charged with leading the Titans' return to respectability before they move into their new stadium in 2027.

2. Cleveland Browns

Daniel Oyefusi's pick: Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado

Quarterback remains the top need for the Browns after adding Kenny Pickett and Joe Flacco this offseason. But the team has said it won't force a quarterback pick, and selecting this high allows Cleveland to get arguably the best player in the draft in Hunter. Browns GM Andrew Berry has said the team would play Hunter primarily at wide receiver, and he is open to Hunter moonlighting on defense to continue showcasing his two-way skills.

3. New York Giants

Jordan Raanan's pick: Abdul Carter, OLB, Penn State

The Giants don't seem to view Shedeur Sanders as a top 3 talent, even with their needs at quarterback. High-level executives around the league agree that Hunter and Carter are the clear-cut top prospects in this draft -- of the blue chip or generational variety. "You don't pass on that type of player," general manager Joe Schoen said last week. So the Giants don't pass on Carter, even if edge rushers Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux are on the roster.

4. New England Patriots

Mike Reiss' pick: Will Campbell, OT, LSU

New Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has highlighted two priorities in building a winning team -- providing infrastructure to help quarterback Drake Maye succeed with an efficient passing game and finding a way to affect the opposing quarterback. Campbell projects as a potential Day 1 starter at left tackle, and at worst, a high-end option at left guard (which is also a need). Georgia pass rusher Jalon Walker is also highly regarded by some top decision-makers with the team.

5. Jacksonville Jaguars

Mike DiRocco's pick: Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Yes, there are holes elsewhere along the offensive and defensive lines. However, the Jaguars can't pass up one of the few elite players in the draft. At his introductory news conference, head coach Liam Coen asked: "How do we make Trevor Lawrence and this offense as dynamic and explosive as we can be?" Jeanty fits both of those descriptions. Running back Travis Etienne Jr.'s production has dipped in consecutive seasons and receiver Brian Thomas Jr. was the Jaguars' lone playmaker. Now they would have two.

6. Las Vegas Raiders

Ryan McFadden's pick: Armand Membou, OT, Missouri

With Jeanty off the board, the Raiders will focus on strengthening their offensive line. Membou has the potential to be an immediate starter at right tackle, providing protection for quarterback Geno Smith, who threw 13 interceptions and had a QBR of 19.6 when pressured last season in Seattle.

7. New York Jets

Rich Cimini's pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

TE Tyler Warren will be considered, but the Jets really want to upgrade at right tackle after losing Morgan Moses (Patriots). Banks was a three-year starter at left tackle, but the feeling is that he could make the switch to the right side. The Jets could have their bookends for the next decade in Banks and Olu Fashanu, last year's first-round pick. That would help new QB Justin Fields and the ground attack.

8. Carolina Panthers

David Newton's pick: Jalon Walker, OLB, Georgia

Michigan DT Mason Graham had to be considered, but GM Dan Morgan believes a healthy Derrick Brown along with free agent moves shored up the defensive line. The biggest need on the worst defense in the NFL last season is a young, dynamic edge rusher considering that 32-year-old Jadeveon Clowney and D.J. Wonnum are on the last year of their deals. Walker fits that description, plus he can play inside if needed.

9. New Orleans Saints

Katherine Terrell's pick: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan

There will be a lot of speculation about whether the Saints will take a quarterback at this position. That's a need with Derek Carr's uncertain status, but the Saints have needs at practically every position, giving them a lot of flexibility about what to do at this spot. With one of the best defensive players in the draft still on the board here, New Orleans will go the best-player-available route instead of reaching for a quarterback, selecting a player who could help shape new coordinator Brandon Staley's defense on an aging roster.

10. Chicago Bears

Courtney Cronin's pick: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

A tight end as versatile as Warren could be for the Bears what Sam LaPorta was for Ben Johnson's Detroit offenses. The Penn State standout caught 104 passes for 1,233 yards and had 12 total touchdowns as a senior. Adding a versatile weapon to the passing game and a player who has demonstrated the willingness to block in the running game (Penn State had two 1,000-yard rushers on its run to the College Football Playoff) would be a major addition and benefit Caleb Williams' growth in Year 2.

11. San Francisco 49ers

Nick Wagoner's pick: Mykel Williams, DE, Georgia

After three offensive tackles, Graham and Carter go in the top 10, the call here comes down to Williams, Texas A&M's Shemar Stewart or Mississippi defensive tackle Walter Nolen but the draft's depth at tackle combined with the importance of an edge rusher tips the scales to Williams. Williams' lack of pass-rush production (14 sacks in three seasons) and a 2024 ankle injury bring questions but he should help San Francisco's woeful run defense right away and get plenty of one-on-one pass-rush opportunities opposite Nick Bosa. While San Francisco would love a trade down, sticking at 11 and landing Williams would allow the team to bolster the interior of the defensive line in the middle rounds.

12. Dallas Cowboys

Todd Archer's pick: Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

The Cowboys need playmakers for Dak Prescott and McMillan fills that role. He might not have the desirable speed, but he can make plays in traffic and has a big catch radius. If the Cowboys want speed then the pick would be Texas wide receiver Matthew Golden, who had the fastest 40-yard dash at the combine (4.29 seconds). The Cowboys can still help Prescott in the second round with a running back.

13. Miami Dolphins

Marcel Louis-Jacques' pick: Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas

Miami's cup runneth over with both Barron and Will Johnson still on the board. This is an ideal spot to trade down, but Miami takes the speedy Barron in this exercise. Johnson's ceiling may be high but his recent string of injuries is hard to overlook for a team that needs Day 1 production from this pick. Barron won the Jim Thorpe Award as college football's best defensive back last season, has good size for the position and can play both nickel and outside. He also ran a 4.39-second 40-yard dash, which will endear him to a team that values speed.

14. Indianapolis Colts

Stephen Holder's pick: Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

The Colts have been connected to Warren for months, but they won't have that option here. Loveland is considered by many to be a better blocker, and that's critical for a team that has been adamant it wants tight ends capable of playing first, second and third downs. No team in the NFL had less tight-end production than the Colts last season, and that needs to change in order for QBs Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones to reach their ceilings.

15. Atlanta Falcons

Marc Raimondi's pick: Mike Green, DE, Marshall

The Falcons have been starving for a potent pass rush. Their defense has 169 sacks since 2019 -- 30 fewer than any other team. The Falcons were second to last in sacks (31) and pressure rate (28.1%) in 2024. Enter Green, who had an FBS-leading 17 sacks last season to go along with strong play against the run. He might be the most pro-ready edge rusher in the class, and that's exactly what the Falcons need.

16. Arizona Cardinals

Josh Weinfuss' pick: Tyler Booker, G, Alabama

The Cardinals have been looking to bolster the interior of their offensive line this offseason, and Booker would be the kind of foundational player they need to do just that. He'd fit in very well with Arizona's downhill run game, paving the way for perennial 1,000-yard rusher James Conner, and he has the size to be effective in the pass-pro schemes that Arizona uses.

17. Cincinnati Bengals

Ben Baby's pick: Donovan Ezeiruaku, DE, Boston College

Alabama's Jihaad Campbell and even a couple of safety options were in the mix here. But with the Bengals lacking long-term answers at edge rusher, Ezeiruaku makes the most sense. He was also a multiyear captain for the Eagles, was the ACC's Defensive Player of the Year and can mix in immediately as an edge rusher for new defensive coordinator Al Golden, who, like Ezeiruaku, also hails from New Jersey.

18. Seattle Seahawks

Brady Henderson's pick: Grey Zabel, G, North Dakota State

In a perfect world, the Seahawks would trade back and grab Zabel later in the first round, as No. 18 may be a bit high for a small-school prospect who will be switching positions at the next level. But Zabel's strong showing at the Senior Bowl suggested he can handle the jump, and his on-field ability will give him a chance to be the difference-maker that Seattle badly needs in the interior of its offensive line.

19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Jenna Laine's pick: Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

The Bucs' inability to stay healthy at cornerback was an Achilles' heel in 2024, but they stayed put in free agency in a year of record-setting DB deals. So this is where they strike. Johnson did miss his Michigan pro day with a hamstring injury and the second half of last season with turf toe. Still, he checks all the boxes for a Todd Bowles corner in size, length, ball skills and tackling.

20. Denver Broncos

Jeff Legwold's pick: Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri

In this scenario, players such as Ole Miss defensive tackle Walter Nolen, Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon and South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori would get long looks. And while running back is a big need, the Broncos feel like they can get a good one on Day 2. So, even though they've selected three WRs in the previous two drafts and are poised to sign Courtland Sutton to an extension, Burden is the pick. His toughness, versatility and dynamic ability after the catch make him a smooth, immediate fix in an offense that needs a little more pop around QB Bo Nix.

21. Pittsburgh Steelers

Brooke Pryor's pick: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

At the time of the pick, Aaron Rodgers still hasn't made a decision. And though they haven't given him a deadline, the Steelers can't wait on the four-time MVP forever. With Sanders still on the board at No. 21, it would be foolish to pass up a pro-ready quarterback as Rodgers continues to ponder his future. Not only does Sanders possess the kind of NFL pedigree Mike Tomlin covets, but he also has a big personality and strong leadership traits, which could be the key to giving the Steelers an offensive identity to match its renowned defense.

22. Los Angeles Chargers

Kris Rhim's pick: Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon

Interior defensive line is perhaps the Chargers' most significant need. L.A. lost its two starting defensive tackles from last season, Poona Ford and Morgan Fox, in free agency. Ford was one of the most crucial players in the Chargers' defense, having one of the best years of his career in 2024. Harmon would give a physical run-stuffing interior presence to a group that, on paper, is one of the team's biggest weaknesses.

23. Green Bay Packers

Rob Demovsky's pick: Shemar Stewart, DE, Texas A&M

Two decades of passing on a receiver in the first round makes it hard to predict the Packers would finally end that streak even though Emeka Egbuka and Matthew Golden were both available. Their preferred pass rusher would've been Mykell Williams, but Stewart is likely next on their board.

24. Minnesota Vikings

Kevin Seifert's pick: Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

The Vikings would trade down from this spot only for a slam dunk return, and none materialized in conversations here. With Booker, Zabel and Harmon all off the table, the choice here is a safety whose size and playmaking skills would make him an intriguing addition to Brian Flores' positionless defense. The Vikings have one safety position to fill this season after bidding farewell to Camryn Bynum, and 36-year-old Harrison Smith has been in year-to-year mode for a while. Similarities with 2022 first-round pick Lewis Cine, a safety who was released after two seasons, won't deter this decision.

25. Houston Texans

DJ Bien-Aime's pick: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

The Texans need wideout help after the loss of Stefon Diggs in free agency along with Tank Dell's uncertainty (knee). Going into quarterback C.J. Stroud's Year 3, adding his former teammate that had 2,868 receiving yards in his four-year career at Ohio State could lead to a dynamic Texans receiving core. A trio of Nico Collins, Christian Kirk and Egbuka could elevate Stroud in a pivotal year to help create a more explosive Texans offense.

26. Los Angeles Rams

Sarah Barshop's pick: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

Before the Rams signed wide receiver Davante Adams in free agency, they believed they had to draft a receiver at No. 26 to fill out that room. But even with Adams, third-year receiver Puka Nacua and receiver Tutu Atwell, it's hard to pass up the speedy Golden in the first round to give quarterback Matthew Stafford another weapon -- and the Rams another long-term option at the position.

27. Baltimore Ravens

Jamison Hensley's pick: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

Starks can immediately start at free safety and help a Baltimore pass defense that finished 31st last season and allowed 63 completions on throws of 15 or more yards downfield, tied for the second most in the NFL. The Ravens put a premium on versatility and can move Starks all over the field. He is the only player in the FBS to play at least 1,500 snaps at safety and 500 snaps at slot cornerback over the past three seasons.

28. Detroit Lions

Eric Woodyard's pick: James Pearce Jr., OLB, Tennessee

The Lions tackle a major need by adding an elite prospect at edge rusher. Pearce models his game after Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor and was a two-time first-team All-SEC selection who can help generate pressure alongside Pro Bowler Aidan Hutchinson, who is set to make his return after last year's season-ending injury against the Cowboys. The former Tennessee star is explosive with blazing speed, and he finished with 19.5 sacks over his three-year college career.

29. Washington Commanders

John Keim's pick: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

Washington would love to build a strong offensive line and find an edge rusher and running back but can address those needs later in the draft. With Hairston, the Commanders get another young corner who can play outside with ball skills (six interceptions in two years), short-area quickness and competitiveness. He provides them with a player who can help in sub packages and become a starter at some point.

30. Buffalo Bills

Alaina Getzenberg's pick: Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan

Cornerback was heavily considered in this spot, but with Grant falling down to No. 30, investing up front is the move. Grant becomes the first 1-technique defensive tackle drafted by the Bills since 2018 (Harrison Phillips) and is a needed investment in the defensive line for now and the future. Trading up or back is always on the table for the Bills, and having two second-round picks open up plenty of possibilities for taking a corner.

31. Kansas City Chiefs

Adam Teicher's pick: Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

The Chiefs, who started six different players at left tackle over the past four seasons, have been frustrated with their inability to find a long-term solution, but that frustration ends with the selection of Simmons. Simmons' 2024 season ended prematurely because of a knee injury, but the Chiefs, having signed Jaylon Moore in free agency, won't have to rush Simmons into their lineup and can wait until he's ready to play.

32. Philadelphia Eagles

Tim McManus' pick: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss

A big key to the Eagles' success is investing in the trenches. They've selected a lineman in the first round nine times since Howie Roseman took over as general manager in 2010. And they need to beef up their defensive tackle rotation after losing Super Bowl standout Milton Williams in free agency. Nolen would bolster a group headlined by Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Major League Baseball has played at the "Field of Dreams" movie site. Now baseball is eager to see just how big a crowd will show up for a game at a NASCAR bullring of a track.

And Bristol Motor Speedway can hold a lot of people.

It's part of commissioner Rob Manfred's push to take MLB to locations where baseball isn't played every day live. MLB played a game at the movie site in Iowa in both 2021 and 2022. Alabama, North Carolina and Pennsylvania, too.

Now it's Tennessee's turn.

Manfred noted Tuesday after speaking at the CAA World Congress of Sports Presented by Sports Business Journal that the Tennessee Volunteers are the defending college baseball national champions with Vanderbilt winner of two college titles. Manfred sees lots of alignment between NASCAR and MLB fans.

"Big crowd, big crowd," Manfred said of what is expected at Bristol on Aug. 2. "We think that it's an opportunity to have a really large audience for a major league game, and we think the setting in really a legendary speedway is going to be awesome for a baseball game."

Nobody is ready to put a number on how many will turn out for the MLB Speedway Classic when the Cincinnati Reds host the Atlanta Braves. Bristol set a record for a college football game in 2016 and has a capacity of 146,000 for racing.

This game will be played on a field laid over part of the speedway infield and the high-banked track.

Derek Schiller, president and chief executive officer of the Braves, said MLB approached the team a few years ago about this possibility. Schiller said the Braves were adamant about wanting to be a part of this game.

"We know that there's a uniqueness to it that is unmatched," Schiller said. "Playing a baseball game at a motor speedway and being part of that was really important also because this is part of where our fan base comes from. So we we think many, maybe most of those fans are going to be Atlanta Braves' fans."

Officials announced Tuesday that country superstar Tim McGraw will perform a concert an hour before first pitch. McGraw has ties to baseball having earned a college scholarship playing the sport. His late father Tug McGraw won two World Series titles pitching for the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies.

That's just part of the day of events planned leading up to the game. Jerry Caldwell, president and general manager of Bristol Motor Speedway, would only tease that more announcements are coming. All are designed to give fans reasons to get to the track and into their seats as early as possible.

Hosting an event like this is nothing new for Bristol. The track hosted the Tennessee Volunteers and Virginia Tech in the Battle of Bristol in 2016 before a record 156,990 fans.

So track officials have experience adapting the half-mile concrete track into something new. Caldwell said preparations started before the track's spring race April 13, won by Kyle Larson. Bristol then will have six weeks until hosting a night NASCAR Cup Series race in the playoffs on Sept. 13.

"It's becoming very real," Caldwell said. "We're approaching 100 days out from the game, and we're thrilled with the progress."

Chicago White Sox left-hander Martin Pérez will likely miss the remainder of the season with an elbow injury that landed him on the injured list last weekend, a source told ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

Pérez has an injury to the flexor tendon but will not need reconstructive Tommy John surgery, according to the source.

Pérez, 34, worked three innings in a 10-3 loss to the Red Sox on April 18 before leaving with the injury. He took the loss, giving up four runs and five hits, and was placed on the IL the next day.

Chicago signed Pérez to a $5 million, 1-year contract in January.

Sinner had previously been cleared of any wrongdoing by an independent panel after testing positive for the banned substance clostebol in March 2024.

It accepted he had been inadvertently contaminated by his physiotherapist, who was treating a cut on his hand with an over-the-counter spray that contained clostebol.

Sinner agreed a three-month ban with Wada to settle the case and not go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

But the timing of the suspension - which meant Sinner did not miss a single Grand Slam tournament and will return in time for May's French Open - was criticised by some as being conveniently timed.

The agreement between the Italian's legal team and Wada prompted accusations of favouritism and led to some players questioning their faith in clean sport.

But Draper said: "In terms of how I feel about him as a person I think it is important for people to know and recognise the guy is kind-hearted and a good human being.

"He doesn't deserve any of the hate he gets."

After losing early at the Monte Carlo Masters, world number six Draper went looking for practice partners on the clay and Sinner - who he has played doubles with in the past - was an obvious choice.

"I knew Jannik was available and in Monte Carlo on the clay so we organised with his team to go out there for three or four days and train with him," Draper said.

"If you're going to train with anyone it has got to be the best in the world, right?

"He's obviously had a bit of time off but he's playing at an incredible level still.

"It was great to be around him for a few days and get some good sparring."

The British men's number one added: "I'm looking forward to having him back on the tour because I think his presence has been missed."

If the game is played on Friday it would mean Wales playing twice in the space of five days, having faced Ireland on Easter Sunday.

It is the latest disruption for Wales during what has been another disappointing campaign despite the appointment of new head coach Sean Lynn just before the tournament.

They faced a 13-hour journey to Brive after opting to travel to France on the eve of their match earlier this month, only to be caught up in congestion due to a crash. The delay saw Wales miss their team run through.

Wales have lost all four games in the championship and must beat Italy to have a hope of avoiding finishing bottom of the table for the second year in a row.

Wade returned to England last summer when he joined Gloucester, where he has scored seven tries in 10 Premiership matches this term.

That includes two hat-tricks, taking his try-scoring tally to 89, fourth on the league's all-time list.

Despite his prolific try-scoring record Wade is yet to win any major honours during his career, but he could still bow out at Gloucester with silverware, with his side still in play-off contention this term.

Should Gloucester miss out, however, Wade could be in the frame to win his first trophy in a different sport as he joins a Wigan side who broke records in 2024 to win a historic quadruple of every domestic trophy on offer and are in the frame to retain their league title this term.

Asked about how it would feel to potentially win a Super League Grand Final with Wigan, Wade added: "It would be crazy, but time will tell what the future holds.

"For now, I'll focus on these last four games with Gloucester. We're still in with a chance of making the play-offs even after last weekend's result. Once I've finished here then I'll be onto Wigan to see how I can develop and help the team up there."

Gloucester have agreed a deal to sign Newcastle full-back Ben Redshaw for the 2025-26 Premiership Rugby season.

The 20-year-old England youth international made his Newcastle debut early last season and has played eight Premiership games this season.

He was part of the England Under-20s side that won the Under 20 World Cup last year and also spent time at the England senior side's pre-World Cup training camp in 2023.

"Ben is a great signing for us; he is one of the most highly rated young players in the country and widely regarded as a future first-team international," Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington said.

"He's got all the physical attributes you want from a back-three player, and I'm sure he'll fit perfectly into the game model that we are trying to play."

England number eight Alex Matthews says the back row is the most competitive area in the Red Roses squad, which is aiming for a double Six Nations and World Cup triumph this year.

The 31-year-old was part of the World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and has been a mainstay in the side for several years, but now faces competition from Maddie Feaunati.

Matthews missed the opening two rounds of this year's Six Nations through suspension and Exeter Chiefs' Feaunati deputised, winning player of the match against Italy before scoring twice in the commanding victory over Wales.

Last year's World Rugby women's player of the year nominee Matthews returned to the starting XV for England's win against Ireland before being replaced by 22-year-old Feaunati in the most recent victory over Scotland.

With a home World Cup in August England's resources in the back row are plentiful, including captain Zoe Aldcroft, Sadia Kabeya and former skipper Marlie Packer, and Matthews says it is difficult for head coach John Mitchell to accommodate them all.

"The back row is the toughest position in the squad at the moment," said Gloucester-Hartpury's Matthews.

"There are some world class players and not enough space in the team for all of them, but it's the depth we need in our squad.

"Maddie is an unbelievable athlete with her footwork, power and handling."

The Red Roses will be chasing a fourth successive Grand Slam and a seventh Six Nations title in a row when they face France at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

A record women's crowd of 58,498 watched England beat France on their last meeting at their Twickenham home in 2023 and Matthews says she still gets goosebumps when she recalls the day.

"I love the atmosphere at Allianz, it's a different level," she said.

"I remember the goosebumps from the last France game and just having that support.

"I remember times running out after an England men's game and everyone in the crowd is gone, but to now have that [support] is so special and it's what dreams are made of."