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Bills Mock Draft 2025: Final 7-Round Buffalo Pick Predictions

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Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane could be one of the league’s busiest executives during the 2025 NFL draft. He owns 10 picks. They could be used either to bolster the team’s depth chart or in a more aggressive manner, such as trading up to target high-profile prospects.

Beane’s first pick Thursday night sits at No. 30 overall. He made it clear he doesn’t feel there are that many top-tier players available—”Not 30,” he told reporters when asked about how many players earned a first-round grade from their front office—which suggests the Bills may try to make a Round 1 trade.

“[If] we think there is a player we really love, fits a need as well, those are what I’m trying to trade up for—player we love, fits a need and the value that makes sense,” Beane said. “If not, and the board is getting wiped, now we’re looking, ‘What are our options to go back? How far do you want to go?’”

This is our final attempt at a mock draft this year. Here’s a look back at the first three:

Although trades are obviously on Beane’s mind, his roster also needs improved depth in several areas. There’s always value in contributors on team-friendly rookie contracts. That’s especially true for a team like Buffalo, which has limited financial flexibility. So, it could ultimately a blessing in disguise if the moves don’t materialize during the 2025 NFL draft.

Bills Mock Draft 2025: Full Pick Projections, Analysis

Round 1 (No. 30): Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina

Michigan defensive tackle Kenneth Grant held this spot in each of our first three mocks. As draft night moves closer, however, it just doesn’t seem like he’ll be available at No. 30. It’ll probably require a significant trade up if Beane is hell-bent on landing him.

Meanwhile, the Bills are having a cornerback reunion this offseason. Tre’Davious White and Dane Jackson both returned after prior stints in Buffalo. Neither of them should be counted on to serve as the team’s No. 2 boundary corner opposite Christian Benford, though. It’s still the roster’s biggest need.

Revel has the most upside of a fringe first-round cornerback group that also includes Kentucky’s Maxwell Hairston, Ole Miss’ Trey Amos, Florida State’s Azareye’h Thomas, and Notre Dame’s Benjamin Morrison. Any of them are realistic outcomes for Buffalo at No. 30.

Round 2 (No. 56): Alfred Collins, DT, Texas

Collins isn’t as good of a fit for the Bills as Grant or Ohio State’s Tyleik Williams. That said, he’s the front office’s best option to fill a key need without an expensive trade-up. He was voted First Team All-SEC and Second Team All-American during his final season with the Longhorns.

His size (6’6”, 332 pounds) is exactly what Buffalo needs on the defensive interior alongside the smaller, more agile Ed Oliver.

Round 2 (No. 62): Josaiah Stewart, EDGE, Michigan

Buffalo improved its edge-rushing situation with the free-agent addition of Joey Bosa. The five-time Pro Bowler is likely a one-year stopgap option, though. The long-term need is still there. Stewart could spend his rookie year as a rotational member of the line before stepping in as a starter in 2026.

Round 4 (No. 109): Lathan Ransom, S, Ohio State

Ransom endured an up-and-down five years with the Buckeyes. That’s why he’s still available in the fourth round despite some promising stretches of play. He’s similar to Buffalo’s Cam Lewis in that he’s a versatile secondary option capable of playing safety, slot corner, and, in a pinch, boundary corner.

The 22-year-old Arizona native would compete with Cole Bishop, Taylor Rapp, Damar Hamlin, and Darrick Forrest for a starting safety role. He’d still provide value as a rookie as a defensive reserve and special-teams contributor if he doesn’t win that competition coming out of the 2025 NFL draft.

Round 4 (No. 132): Dont’e Thornton Jr., WR, Tennessee

The Bills could take a wide receiver earlier, but this route provides the most bang for the buck. Buffalo’s “everybody eats” philosophy and crowded depth chart at the position mean there are limited snaps available for a rookie, regardless of where they’re selected in the 2025 NFL draft.

Thornton’s elite speed would give the roster a much-needed vertical threat. It’d also allow him to impact games with a snap share only between 20 and 25 percent.

Round 5 (No. 169): Kobe King, LB, Penn State

King made steady progress across four years with the Nittany Lions. He wrapped up his collegiate career with a 97-tackle, three-sack senior campaign. He’ll probably never reach an All-Pro level in the NFL, but he projects as a solid reserve and an elite special-teams weapon. Additionally, he’d provide extra insurance in case oft-injured linebacker Matt Milano can’t bounce back in 2025.

Round 5 (No. 170): Trevor Etienne, RB, Georgia

The James Cook contract situation continues to hover over the Bills. The running back didn’t show up for the start voluntary offseason workouts. While an in-season holdout appears unlikely, it can’t be completely ruled out until the University of Georgia product returns to the team.

Etienne, who scored 24 total touchdowns in 34 college games, would compete with Ray Davis for the starting spot if Cook is absent. Ty Johnson was brought back to handle third-down duties.

Round 5 (No. 173): Caleb Rogers, IOL, Texas Tech

Rogers spent most of his time with the Red Raiders as a tackle. He projects as a guard at the next level, but his versatility creates additional value as a reserve lineman. It’s not out of the realm of possibility he could develop into a starter with a few years of NFL coaching.

Round 6 (No. 177): Kurtis Rourke, QB, Indiana

The Bills should start drafting a quarterback late regularly until one sticks as a cheap, long-term backup for Josh Allen. Rourke ranked No. 3 among college signal-callers in ESPN’s Total QBR last season while posting an impressive 29-5 touchdown-to-interception ratio.

Round 6 (No. 206): Alex Mastromanno, P, Florida State

Mastromanno was tied for the best punting average in the nation last season (49.3 yards). He’d be the favorite in a competition with Jake Camarda and Brad Robbins to replace Sam Martin, who departed in free agency to sign with the Carolina Panthers.

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