Seven-round NFL mock draft, Round 5: Building a win-now team from active players for 2025 season

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Miller has never made a Pro Bowl, but he’s a reliable left tackle. His quarterback — Patrick Mahomes in this exercise — can depend on Miller to protect his blindside.

The two-time Pro Bowler has 25.5 sacks over the past two seasons and would give the Giants some juice on the outside to complement fourth-round pick DeForest Buckner.

The Titans take Joseph in Round 5 after the All-Pro led the NFL with nine interceptions last season.

Alliteration abound when Jerry Jeudy joins the Jacksonville Jaguars. He’s out to prove that his first year in Cleveland (90 receptions for 1,229 yards) was no fluke.

Tom’s become a plus starter at right tackle in Green Bay, so the Raiders decide to plug him in as their top lineman.

The Patriots add Smith-Njigba to their arsenal after he showed he could be the No. 1 option in his second year with the Seahawks (100 receptions, 1,130 yards and six scores).

Achane’s speed gives the Jets a home run threat.

Alexander has played in just 34 games over the past four seasons, but he will be well worth a fifth-round pick if he can stay healthy.

Wilson has managed 3,249 receiving yards in three seasons despite playing in a mediocre (at best) Jets offense. His QB in this exercise — Baker Mayfield — would feed the former Ohio State Buckeye on a regular basis.

The Bears get Thibodeaux at a good price after he posted just 5.5 sacks in 12 games last season.

Moore has started all 17 games in each of the last four seasons, scoring 25 touchdowns through the air in that span. He’ll be a dependable weapon for the 49ers.

Pickens ends up with his real life team, but in this scenario he’s the Cowboys’ WR1 instead of the complement to CeeDee Lamb.

Miami keeps building a strong offense with the selection of Metcalf, who complements the speed of second-round pick Jahmyr Gibbs and the nimble feet of fourth-rounder Sam LaPorta.

The son of Hall of Fame Colts receiver Marvin Harrison joins Indy to be second-round pick Russell Wilson‘s downfield target.

Cook is a great fit in Atlanta after gaining 1,000-plus yards on the ground in each of the last two years while also being an effective target in the passing game.

The Cardinals made Baker one of the league’s highest-paid safeties in December and they don’t pass up a chance to land the seven-time Pro Bowler here.

Ridley is the new WR1 in Cincinnati after posting consecutive 1,000-yard seasons.

Branch is a bargain here, just as he was in the second round of the real draft two years ago.

Bo Nix would undoubtedly love to throw to the reliable McConkey, who fought through injuries to catch 82 passes in 16 games as a rookie.

DeJean showed the league he should have been a first-round pick in 2024, standing out thanks to his versatility and toughness. He joins Saquon Barkley in making the move from Philly to Pittsburgh in this mock.

Tampa Bay adds an ultra-productive linebacker in Luvu, who was a second-team All-Pro pick in 2024.

Williams stays in the same stadium for 2025, shifting from the Rams to the Chargers as the Bolts’ new workhorse in the backfield.

Benford has shown the tools to be a top-notch cover corner with the Bills, and he should be a great fit in Green Bay.

Madubuike steps into Brian Flores’ defense after racking up 19.5 sacks and earning two Pro Bowl nods with the Ravens over the past two seasons.

Lawrence could be in line for a bounce-back season after a foot injury limited him to four games in 2024.

After taking Zach Allen in Round 3, the selection of Gary gives the Rams a formidable front on defense.

Baltimore invests in Mathieu’s versatility and leadership. He is still getting the job done in his 30s, starting all 51 games since 2022 for the Saints.

Hargrave was a Pro Bowl defensive tackle in Philadelphia and San Francisco before he missed all but three games due to injury in 2024. The Lions hope he returns to form in 2025.

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