Brugler releases early 2025 NFL mock

[dreadpirateroberts]

https://theathletic.com/5458526/202...2025-prediction-shedeur-sanders-will-johnson/

18. Chicago Bears: Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky​

Every time Walker rushes the passer, it feels like the field is tilted, which allows him to charge downhill and run through road blocks using his 6-6, 350-pound frame. Throw on the tape from the bowl game against Clemson and watch him work.

2025 is setting up to be a really nice class for DT and EDGE. Walker is 6-foot-6 and 348 pounds, and led all FBS interior defensive linemen in pressures (51) this past season. Sounds like he could be the next Dexter Lawrence. If Carolina finishes worst again, they could be looking at either getting another 1st round talent at #33 or trading back into the 1st and selecting an EDGE

 

[BaBaBlacksheep]

6 d-line were drafted this year.

Brugler has 12 mocked for next year.

 

[msadows]

Brugler must be smokin crack, we all know bears are picking #32 and then #33

 

[Nelly]

https://theathletic.com/5458526/202...2025-prediction-shedeur-sanders-will-johnson/

2025 is setting up to be a really nice class for DT and EDGE. Walker is 6-foot-6 and 348 pounds, and led all FBS interior defensive linemen in pressures (51) this past season. Sounds like he could be the next Dexter Lawrence. If Carolina finishes worst again, they could be looking at either getting another 1st round talent at #33 or trading back into the 1st and selecting an EDGE

You mean the next Gervon Dexter?!

But that's a good thought. If things are really looking up for us this year and you identify an impact d-lineman as your missing piece, Poles could seriously think about packaging one or both 2nd rounders to move up high enough to get that guy.

 

[WookieOnRitalin]

This accounts for a 2 win improvement over last year (9-8) if anyone was curious. Hopefully, a conservative assessment.

 

[msadows]

You mean the next Gervon Dexter?!

But that's a good thought. If things are really looking up for us this year and you identify an impact d-lineman as your missing piece, Poles could seriously think about packaging one or both 2nd rounders to move up high enough to get that guy.

By 2025 I doubt they will be looking for a 1st round DT, as Dexter will be beasting.

Gervon and Dexter Lawrence had basically the same impact as rookies, except one of them played 270 more snaps.

 

[msadows]

This accounts for a 2 win improvement over last year (9-8) if anyone was curious. Hopefully, a conservative assessment.

Brugler is factoring in the bears trading both #32 and #33 to trade up for that pick.

 

[gallagher]

You mean the next Gervon Dexter?!

But that's a good thought. If things are really looking up for us this year and you identify an impact d-lineman as your missing piece, Poles could seriously think about packaging one or both 2nd rounders to move up high enough to get that guy.

I have a gut feeling that it will be a weak draft on DL. Just don't ask me to explain or expand on my gut feeling.

 

[BearDown104]

I have a feeling we'll be moving up to select an EDGE. Just a hunch.

 

[gallagher]

I have a feeling we'll be moving up to select an EDGE. Just a hunch.

Honestly, as long as whoever is on defense either (A) Puts Jordan Love on his ass or (B) intercepts Jordan Love's errant downfield throws, then I am happy with whatever happens.

But this year, I am hoping to average 24+ points per game.

 

[bamainatlanta]

If Flus is still here, it won’t be a 350lb DT in the 1st.

 

[BaBaBlacksheep]

I have a feeling we'll be moving up to select an EDGE. Just a hunch.

If there’s 10+ dl with first round grades they won’t have to move up.

But that’s a year off so who knows

 

[msadows]

If Flus is still here, it won’t be a 350lb DT in the 1st.

Gonna draft a SAM linebacker like the lions in the 1st. It's what real winning organizations do!

 

[dreadpirateroberts]

I have a gut feeling that it will be a weak draft on DL. Just don't ask me to explain or expand on my gut feeling.

There is plenty of time for guys to rise or fall, but I have to disagree as this looks to be a pretty good class:

1. Carolina Panthers: Mykel Williams, DL, Georgia
3. New England Patriots: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
7. Arizona Cardinals: Abdul Carter, Edge/LB, Penn State
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee
18. Chicago Bears: Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky
20. Atlanta Falcons: Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M
21. Miami Dolphins: Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M
23. Green Bay Packers: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
26. Houston Texans: Dani Dennis-Sutton, Edge, Penn State
27. Cincinnati Bengals: JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State
28. Buffalo Bills: Patrick Payton, Edge, Florida State
30. Baltimore Ravens: Landon Jackson, Edge, Arkansas

 

[gallagher]

There is plenty of time for guys to rise or fall, but I have to disagree as this looks to be a pretty good class:

1. Carolina Panthers: Mykel Williams, DL, Georgia
3. New England Patriots: Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
7. Arizona Cardinals: Abdul Carter, Edge/LB, Penn State
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee
18. Chicago Bears: Deone Walker, DT, Kentucky
20. Atlanta Falcons: Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M
21. Miami Dolphins: Shemar Turner, DT, Texas A&M
23. Green Bay Packers: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss
26. Houston Texans: Dani Dennis-Sutton, Edge, Penn State
27. Cincinnati Bengals: JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State
28. Buffalo Bills: Patrick Payton, Edge, Florida State
30. Baltimore Ravens: Landon Jackson, Edge, Arkansas

Before you take me too seriously, I was being a complete butt-munch on this one and you should read it as horribly sarcastic.

 

[dreadpirateroberts]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1785303866986086574

With the way EDGE and DT have been paid, Bears might be wise to double dip with the 1st 2 picks, especially if they think they can get an upgrade over Dexter if he doesn’t take the next step

 

[thenewguy]

I have a gut feeling that it will be a weak draft on DL. Just don't ask me to explain or expand on my gut feeling.

But half of those 1st round defensive lineman project as guards. Don't ask me which ones.

 

[playthrough2001]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1785303866986086574

With the way EDGE and DT have been paid, Bears might be wise to double dip with the 1st 2 picks, especially if they think they can get an upgrade over Dexter if he doesn’t take the next step

This has lined up nicely for Poles. He can hit the defense hard next year with premium picks.

I’d be happy with 2 d linemen and one o lineman with the first three picks if it aligns with their board.

 

[playthrough2001]

“9. New Orleans Saints: Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado​

Cornerback or wide receiver? Hunter is at his most dangerous with the ball in his hands, so there is a good chance we see him drafted for offense. He routinely turns short catches into long gains.

22. New York Jets: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado​

Despite all the hype (including being the betting favorite to go No. 1 in 2025), Sanders wouldn’t be a lock first-rounder if the draft were held tomorrow. The talent is clear, but he must show consistency with his decision-making this fall if he is going to be a top-25 pick.”

Man, I hope Deion approves of these destinations.

 

[JoJoBoxer]

https://theathletic.com/5458526/202...2025-prediction-shedeur-sanders-will-johnson/

2025 is setting up to be a really nice class for DT and EDGE. Walker is 6-foot-6 and 348 pounds, and led all FBS interior defensive linemen in pressures (51) this past season. Sounds like he could be the next Dexter Lawrence. If Carolina finishes worst again, they could be looking at either getting another 1st round talent at #33 or trading back into the 1st and selecting an EDGE

You do know that, if Carolina is the worst this year, pick 33 would be the Bears pick, right?

Ah, the 2023 trade down haul is the gift that keeps giving.