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The first round of the 2025 NFL draft might be in the rearview, but there is plenty of talent still left on the board. Day 2 is typically where teams "win" or "lose" the NFL draft.
This is the point where the Patriots struggled last season when passing on Ladd McConkey and drafting Ja'Lynn Polk in the second round. They also reached too high on former Penn State right tackle Caedan Wallace in the third round.
They'll be entering Rounds 2-3 with three draft picks at their disposal. They have the potential to make some significant additions to help improve the roster. However, they'll have to rely on the endless homework they've done on the prospects still on the board.
Here are the 20 best available options left on Day 2:
Injury concerns led to Will Johnson falling further than anyone could have ever imagined. That still doesn't change the fact that the former Michigan standout defender is one of the best players on the board overall when healthy.
One of the biggest surprises was seeing Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders go undrafted in the first round. He's a throwback style of quarterback that teams seemingly weren't interested in taking high on the draft board.
Mike Green ate sacks for breakfast last year at Marshall. It's hard to imagine he'll stick around on the board for long on Day 2.
Whoever needs a burner at wide receiver should look no further than Missouri's Luther Burden III. He can help an offense looking to take the top off opposing defenses.
Donovan Ezeiruaku is a tremendous athlete who can bend an edge with the best of them. He'd be a solid addition to an NFL defense looking to boost its pass rush, which should be every defense in the league.
Nick Emmanwori is a physical freak at safety, standing at 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds. He'd serve as an ideal matchup on some of the bigger, more athletic tight ends in the league.
Nic Scourton is a lunchbox-toting, hard-working edge rusher. He might not be blessed with the freakish abilities of other options, but he's more than capable of outworking them.
Shavon Revel Jr. could be looked back on as one of the steals in this draft. He's a physically imposing cornerback with the ability to press opposing wideouts with great success.
Trey Amos played for Louisiana, Alabama and Ole Miss in college. He's a player who knows how to adapt on the fly and find ways to contribute. This is a plug-and-play talent in the right defense.
TreVeyon Henderson has home run potential in open space. With the right offensive line in front, he's a potential game-changer on offense.
Things are starting to get thin at offensive tackle at this point. However, Minnesota's Aireontae Ersery offers a solid blend of size and mobility in the trenches to make life difficult for NFL pass rushers.
Benjamin Morrison only appeared in six games due to a hip injury last season. If he can work his way back to health, he'd be a solid addition to a defensive backfield at the next level.
Landon Jackson could use some good coaching at the next level, but the raw physical traits are there for him to break out with the right help.
Jayden Higgins is a big-bodied receiver who can threaten defenses vertically. He isn't the fastest player on the board, but he's a solid route-runner who can win in contested catch situations.
Carson Schwesinger is a tremendous athlete with sideline-to-sideline speed. He sticks to ball-carriers like a magnet and brings them down with an exceptional success rate.
Any team playing an aggressive brand of defense will love what Azareye'h Thomas brings to the table. The Florida State standout is a feisty defensive back who excels in press man coverage.
JT Tuimoloau could use a more expanded move set at the next level, but then again, he's a 6-foot-4 and 277-pound wrecking ball along the defensive front. He'll get to the quarterback at some point.
Mason Taylor had a career-high 55 receptions for 546 receiving yards and two touchdowns last season. He could serve as a solid contributor in an offense with other weapons present.
Jack Sawyer is a high-motor player with exceptional finishing ability. He plays with a chip on his shoulder, and that can only mean good things for the team that drafts him.
Quinshon Judkins dominated on the ground last season despite sharing an offensive backfield with TreVeyon Henderson. He could do some serious damage as a featured or complementary running back.
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This is the point where the Patriots struggled last season when passing on Ladd McConkey and drafting Ja'Lynn Polk in the second round. They also reached too high on former Penn State right tackle Caedan Wallace in the third round.
They'll be entering Rounds 2-3 with three draft picks at their disposal. They have the potential to make some significant additions to help improve the roster. However, they'll have to rely on the endless homework they've done on the prospects still on the board.
Here are the 20 best available options left on Day 2:
1. Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Injury concerns led to Will Johnson falling further than anyone could have ever imagined. That still doesn't change the fact that the former Michigan standout defender is one of the best players on the board overall when healthy.
2. Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
One of the biggest surprises was seeing Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders go undrafted in the first round. He's a throwback style of quarterback that teams seemingly weren't interested in taking high on the draft board.
3. Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
Mike Green ate sacks for breakfast last year at Marshall. It's hard to imagine he'll stick around on the board for long on Day 2.
4. Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Whoever needs a burner at wide receiver should look no further than Missouri's Luther Burden III. He can help an offense looking to take the top off opposing defenses.
5. Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
Donovan Ezeiruaku is a tremendous athlete who can bend an edge with the best of them. He'd be a solid addition to an NFL defense looking to boost its pass rush, which should be every defense in the league.
6. Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
Nick Emmanwori is a physical freak at safety, standing at 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds. He'd serve as an ideal matchup on some of the bigger, more athletic tight ends in the league.
7. Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M
Nic Scourton is a lunchbox-toting, hard-working edge rusher. He might not be blessed with the freakish abilities of other options, but he's more than capable of outworking them.
8. Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina
Shavon Revel Jr. could be looked back on as one of the steals in this draft. He's a physically imposing cornerback with the ability to press opposing wideouts with great success.
9. Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
Trey Amos played for Louisiana, Alabama and Ole Miss in college. He's a player who knows how to adapt on the fly and find ways to contribute. This is a plug-and-play talent in the right defense.
10. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
TreVeyon Henderson has home run potential in open space. With the right offensive line in front, he's a potential game-changer on offense.
11. Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
Things are starting to get thin at offensive tackle at this point. However, Minnesota's Aireontae Ersery offers a solid blend of size and mobility in the trenches to make life difficult for NFL pass rushers.
12. Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame
Benjamin Morrison only appeared in six games due to a hip injury last season. If he can work his way back to health, he'd be a solid addition to a defensive backfield at the next level.
13. Landon Jackson, DE, Arkansas
Landon Jackson could use some good coaching at the next level, but the raw physical traits are there for him to break out with the right help.
14. Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State
Jayden Higgins is a big-bodied receiver who can threaten defenses vertically. He isn't the fastest player on the board, but he's a solid route-runner who can win in contested catch situations.
15. Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
Carson Schwesinger is a tremendous athlete with sideline-to-sideline speed. He sticks to ball-carriers like a magnet and brings them down with an exceptional success rate.
16. Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State
Any team playing an aggressive brand of defense will love what Azareye'h Thomas brings to the table. The Florida State standout is a feisty defensive back who excels in press man coverage.
17. JT Tuimoloau, DE, Ohio State
JT Tuimoloau could use a more expanded move set at the next level, but then again, he's a 6-foot-4 and 277-pound wrecking ball along the defensive front. He'll get to the quarterback at some point.
18. Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
Mason Taylor had a career-high 55 receptions for 546 receiving yards and two touchdowns last season. He could serve as a solid contributor in an offense with other weapons present.
19. Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State
Jack Sawyer is a high-motor player with exceptional finishing ability. He plays with a chip on his shoulder, and that can only mean good things for the team that drafts him.
20. Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State
Quinshon Judkins dominated on the ground last season despite sharing an offensive backfield with TreVeyon Henderson. He could do some serious damage as a featured or complementary running back.
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