The New York Giants have solidified their position at the top of the 2025 NFL Draft order following their 10th consecutive loss, this time against rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons. With only two weeks remaining in the season, the Giants now have the opportunity to secure the number one overall pick.
Trailing the Giants are the New England Patriots, who narrowly lost to the Buffalo Bills by just three points. The Jacksonville Jaguars, Tennessee Titans, and Cleveland Browns round out the following picks, all of whom suffered defeats this past Sunday. The Las Vegas Raiders, who previously held the top draft spot, dropped to sixth after a victory over the Jaguars, which may jeopardize their chances of selecting one of the premier quarterback prospects, including Cam Ward from Miami or Shedeur Sanders from Colorado.
As the season moves into its final weeks, CBSSports.com offers insights on the current draft positions, alongside an analysis of each team’s potential needs and pending free agents.
The draft order is determined by win-loss records, with ties broken based on strength of schedule. Below are the summarized team needs and notable pending free agents for the teams at the forefront of the draft selection.
The focus now shifts to upcoming drafts where teams will look to address crucial gaps in their rosters as they strive for a more successful season ahead. The Giants, in particular, could leverage the draft to rebuild and reshape their team to compete effectively in future seasons.
This situation highlights the cyclical nature of the NFL, where struggles can lead to new opportunities. Fans can remain hopeful that through strategic drafting, teams like the Giants can turn things around and emerge stronger, showcasing resilience and the possibility of a brighter future.