
Following the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. released an updated Big Board, reflecting significant changes in his Top 25 player rankings. The performances at the Combine led to notable shifts, with some players rising due to exceptional displays of athleticism and skill. Below is an overview of Kiper’s updated Top 25:
1. **Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado**: Sanders maintains his top position, showcasing exceptional accuracy and leadership qualities throughout his collegiate career.
2. **Cam Ward, QB, Miami**: Ward’s dynamic playmaking abilities and impressive statistics have solidified his spot among the top prospects.
3. **Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State**: Jeanty’s combination of speed, agility, and versatility has propelled him up the rankings.
4. **Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona**: McMillan’s consistent performance and ability to make contested catches have kept him in the top tier of wide receivers.
5. **Jalon Walker, LB, Georgia**: Walker’s versatility as both an off-ball linebacker and pass rusher makes him a valuable asset for any defense.
6. **Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State**: Warren’s versatility and impressive receiving skills have elevated his draft stock.
7. **Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina**: Hampton’s strong performance at the Combine, including a 4.46-second 40-yard dash, has boosted his ranking.
8. **Armand Membou, OL, Missouri**: Membou’s athleticism and versatility along the offensive line have garnered attention, especially after his impressive Combine showing.
9. **Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama**: Campbell’s athleticism and versatility make him a valuable defensive prospect.
10. **Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina**: Emmanwori’s athleticism and ball-hawking skills have made him one of the top safety prospects.
11. **Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky**: Hairston’s blazing speed, highlighted by a 4.28-second 40-yard dash, has significantly raised his draft profile.
12. **Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas**: Barron’s solid performance at the Combine, including a 4.39-second 40-yard dash, has solidified his first-round status.
13. **Matthew Golden, WR, Texas**: Golden’s impressive 4.29-second 40-yard dash at the Combine has elevated his draft stock.
14. **Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State**: Porter’s athleticism and strong Combine performance have moved him up the rankings.
15. **Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville**: Shough’s consistent performance and leadership qualities have made him a notable quarterback prospect.
16. **Jared Wilson, C, Georgia**: Wilson’s impressive Combine performance, including a 4.84-second 40-yard dash, has solidified his status as a top center prospect.
17. **Jonah Savaiinaea, OL, Arizona**: Savaiinaea’s versatility and athleticism along the offensive line have boosted his draft stock.
18. **Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, DL, Georgia**: Ingram-Dawkins’ versatility as both an edge rusher and interior defender makes him a valuable asset for any defense.
19. **Danny Stutsman, LB, Oklahoma**: Stutsman’s strong on-field performance and leadership qualities have elevated his draft profile.
20. **Demetrius Knight Jr., LB, South Carolina**: Knight’s athleticism and versatility make him a valuable defensive prospect.
21. **Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State**: Parrish’s athleticism and strong Combine performance have moved him up the rankings.
22. **Jonas Sanker, S, Virginia**: Sanker’s impressive college production and solid Combine performance have boosted his draft stock.
23. **CJ West, DT, Indiana**: West’s ability to penetrate the backfield and disrupt plays has made him a notable defensive tackle prospect.
24. **Eli Cox, C, Kentucky**: Cox’s strong Combine performance has elevated his status among center prospects.
25. **Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama**: Milroe’s dual-threat capabilities and athleticism have made him a quarterback to watch in this draft class.
These rankings reflect Kiper’s assessments following the Combine, highlighting players who have risen due to their performances.
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