NFL draft 2025 is a huge event that is watched by fans all over the world. Young athletes hear their name called on stage, validating all the hard work and dedication they put in during their college career to get there. With quarterbacks predicted to go high and other top prospects expected to find their way into the league, there’s plenty of intrigue surrounding the 90th annual NFL draft.
The first round of the draft takes place on Thursday, with rounds two through seven on Friday and Saturday. Each team has 10 minutes to make their pick in the first round, with seven minutes for each of the remaining rounds.
Teams with the worst record will pick first, and then draft order is determined by tiebreakers such as division, conference and strength of schedule. A team’s draft position also depends on the previous year’s playoff appearance and whether they finished in a wild-card spot.
There’s plenty of excitement surrounding the 2025 draft, especially when it comes to potential first-round picks. Cam Ward is widely considered the best overall prospect and is the projected starting quarterback for the Tennessee Titans. Wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter is another highly touted prospect, with many believing he could be the first full-time two-way player in NFL history. Defensive end Abdul Carter is a high-profile prospect as well after an impressive season at Penn State.
For those who plan to attend, the NFL Draft Experience is free and will feature games, interactive exhibits, sponsor experiences, player appearances, youth-focused activities and more. The NFL Draft Theater at Lambeau Field and Titletown will be the main venue for the event. In addition, there will be a Packers Everywhere Draft Haus, a dive bar-themed activation featuring classic Wisconsin dive bar activities like pull tabs and shake of the day.