Since Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders did not participate in the 2025 NFL scouting combine, other quarterbacks had the opportunity to stand out. Louisville signal-caller Tyler Shough did just that for ESPN's NFL draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. and the rest of the evaluators in Indianapolis for last week's event.

The New York Jets have a surprise waiting for them in Mel Kiper Jr.s latest mock of the 2025 NFL draft. Following the team's split with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, a large emphasis has been placed on the position this offseason. Adding to that is the Jets not holding a pick at the upcoming draft until No. 7 overall.

ESPN NFL Draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. published his 2025 NFL Mock Draft 2.0, and it has the Chicago Bears making a shocking pick at No. 10 overall.

"There might not be a player with more to prove," said ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. on Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman.

ESPN's Mel Kiper is the Godfather of NFL mock drafts. When the Godfather speaks, you listen. Kiper recently dropped his latest first-round projection, which feels notable considering the NFL Combine is ongoing. Kiper has the Seahawks selecting University of Alabama interior offensive lineman Tyler Booker with the No. 18 overall selection.

Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough and North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton both made strong impressions at the 2025 NFL scouting combine. ESPN NFL draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. listed Shough and Hampton among the prospects that improved their draft range following the combine.

Omarion Hampton just finished up his junior season at North Carolina, and he was quietly one of the best RBs in college football. He turned heads during the NFL Combine with his 4.46 40 time, and one personnel director expects him to be a first round lock.