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NFL draft analyst- Matt Miller is an NFL draft analyst for ESPN, providing in-depth scouting on the nation's top pro prospects. A Missouri native, Matt joined ESPN in 2021 and also contributes to SportsCenter, NFL Live and ESPN Radio. Prior to joining ESPN, Matt spent 11 years as a senior draft analyst at Bleacher Report.
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NFL draft analyst- Jordan Reid is an NFL draft analyst for ESPN, providing in-depth scouting on the nation's top pro prospects. Jordan joined ESPN in 2021 and also contributes to SportsCenter and ESPN Radio. He played quarterback at North Carolina Central University and then went on to coach there from 2014-18.
NFL free agency saw a whirlwind of activity, as hundreds of players have switched teams since the new league year began March 12. But as seasoned NFL observers know, this offseason's team building is far from over. The 2025 NFL draft is fast approaching. It will take place April 24-26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and will be broadcast on ESPN, ABC and the ESPN App. Teams will address remaining roster holes there across seven rounds.
As front offices firm up their draft boards in preparation, we asked our NFL Nation reporters to identify the three most glaring positional needs for all 32 franchises entering the draft, ordered from biggest to smallest. Then we had NFL draft analysts Matt Miller and Jordan Reid name prospects projected to get picked outside of Round 1 who could fill one of those needs.
Let's get started with the Bills, who were ranked No. 4 in our post-free-agency power rankings but are in need of defensive help.
Jump to a team:
ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN
CLE | DAL | DEN | DET | GB | HOU | IND
JAX | KC | LV | LAC | LAR | MIA | MIN
NE | NO | NYG | NYJ | PHI | PIT | SF
SEA | TB | TEN | WSH
AFC EAST
Buffalo Bills
Top three needs: CB, DT, WR. There's an argument for wide receiver to be even higher on this list, but the biggest need is undeniably at outside cornerback. The only move in free agency has come in bringing back Dane Jackson. He is a good addition after spending last season with the Panthers, but a clearer starter opposite Christian Benford is still missing.
More overall depth also is needed, even with Benford signing a four-year, $76 million extension Saturday. The Bills have repeatedly shown a desire to extend their own, but looking to the future here is important. -- Alaina Getzenberg
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina. The Bills lack interior defensive line depth and should take advantage of a deep class at the position. Sanders is a versatile and reliable defender whose 7.2% pressure rate ranked 28th among FBS defensive tackles this past season. -- Reid
Miami Dolphins
Top three needs: S, G, DL. Cornerback and defensive line could be swapped here -- especially if Calais Campbell chooses to return to the Dolphins. But after losing Jevon Holland to the Giants, Miami could use a starting safety. Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis haven't been full-time NFL starters, and they come with injury concerns.
The Dolphins signed James Daniels to man one of their open guard spots but still lack a starter on the other side. After releasing Kendall Fuller, the Dolphins also need a starting cornerback opposite Jalen Ramsey. There are several immediate holes, and the team has 10 draft picks to address them. -- Marcel Louis-Jacques
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame. Watts is an instinctive ball hawk who had 13 interceptions in his college career. He could step right into the starting lineup as a versatile safety and help compensate for the loss of Holland. -- Reid
New England Patriots
Top three needs: OT, WR, DT. The Patriots were prepared to make a big offer to OT Ronnie Stanley before he returned to Baltimore on the eve of free agency. They were also pursuing Dan Moore Jr., who landed in Tennessee on a four-year, $82 million deal. So a big void remains at left tackle.
There's a similar need at wide receiver despite the recent signing of Stefon Diggs. Before getting Diggs, Chris Godwin turned down an aggressive pitch from the Patriots to stay in Tampa Bay. And although the Patriots made DT Milton Williams the highest-paid player in franchise history, they still have uncertainty next to him with Christian Barmore coming back from blood clots. -- Mike Reiss
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota. The Patriots are still searching for a blindside protector for Drake Maye. Ersery is a quick-footed tackle with long arms, which makes it difficult for defenders to win cleanly against him. -- Reid
New York Jets
Top three needs: OT, WR, TE. The Jets lost starters at RT (Morgan Moses), WR (Davante Adams) and TE (Tyler Conklin) and replaced them with bargain free agents -- Chukwuma Okorafor, Josh Reynolds and Stone Smartt, respectively. If they don't add a legitimate receiving threat, either a wideout or a tight end, star WR Garrett Wilson will face an inordinate amount of extra coverage.
The Jets also will look for a long-term answer at quarterback. Justin Fields buys them some time, but they won't hesitate to add a Day 2 or Day 3 prospect if they feel he can develop into a productive starter. -- Rich Cimini
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU. Tight end is arguably the Jets' biggest need in the draft. If they don't fill the position in Round 1, Taylor would be a good Day 2 pickup. He is LSU's career leader in receptions (129) and receiving yards (1,308) for tight ends. Taylor is a smooth route runner who also has strong hands, making him a potential go-to player for Fields. -- Reid
AFC NORTH
Baltimore Ravens
Top three needs: Edge, DT, S. This has the makings of a defense-heavy draft for Baltimore. The Ravens have signed only one notable defensive player in free agency, backup cornerback Chidobe Awuzie.
Even though Baltimore finished second in the NFL with 54 sacks, the Ravens are expected to prioritize edge rusher because Kyle Van Noy is 34 and Odafe Oweh is scheduled to be a free agent next year. Baltimore also has to address a thin defensive line after nose tackle Michael Pierce retired and Brent Urban remains unsigned. And the Ravens could look to upgrade from free safety Ar'Darius Washington, the only projected starter in the secondary who was not a first-round pick. -- Jamison Hensley
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Andrew Mukuba, S, Texas. The versatile Texas safety had five interceptions in 2024 and would be the ultimate running mate with Kyle Hamilton in the back end of the Ravens' defense. -- Miller
Cincinnati Bengals
Top three needs: Edge, LB, S. Cincinnati is still looking for a long-term edge rusher who can take over when DE Trey Hendrickson's prolific run comes to an end. Joseph Ossai showed some flashes last season, but the Bengals could still use another dominant pass rusher. Elsewhere on the defense, a linebacker who could start in a year or two would be helpful. The Bengals have not seriously addressed that position in the draft since 2020.
As for the secondary, landing a free safety to play behind Geno Stone but who has future starter potential is also important. -- Ben Baby
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee. Pearce is the speedy pass rusher the Bengals need opposite Hendrickson or could serve as the backup plan should Hendrickson sit out the 2025 season following a trade request. -- Miller
Cleveland Browns
Top three needs: QB, WR, RB. Quarterback remains a glaring hole for the Browns with Deshaun Watson rehabbing a torn right Achilles tendon and Kenny Pickett being the only healthy passer on the roster. Barring a trade back, Cleveland could land one of the top-two quarterback prospects in this year's class -- Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders.
But the Browns also must get more dynamic at the skill positions around the quarterback. Jerry Jeudy is the Browns' only proven wide receiver, and Cleveland has to add in the backfield as Nick Chubb has not been re-signed. -- Daniel Oyefusi
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville. If the Browns don't add a quarterback at No. 2 overall, Shough has a big arm and the experience (32 starts) to see the field early. -- Miller
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Pittsburgh Steelers
Top three needs: DT, RB, QB. The Steelers still don't have a decision from Aaron Rodgers, making quarterback a priority in the draft. Beyond QB, the Steelers still must reload on the defensive line with Larry Ogunjobi's departure in free agency and Cam Heyward turning 36 in May.
Pittsburgh also added Kenneth Gainwell to help replace Najee Harris in the ground game, but getting another running back to join Gainwell and Jaylen Warren would be a big boost for a team that wants to have a run-first offense. -- Brooke Pryor
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa. Johnson is a throwback runner with power at the point of impact, the agility to bounce runs outside and impressive downhill speed. He's ideal for the Steelers' scheme and mentality. -- Miller
AFC SOUTH
Houston Texans
Top three needs: OT, G, WR. Houston revamped its offensive line by moving on from left tackle Laremy Tunsil, left guard Kenyon Green and right guard Shaq Mason. However, Houston didn't add clear upgrades. They brought in guard Ed Ingram, tackle Cam Robinson and guard Laken Tomlinson. But Ingram (10%), Robinson (12%) and Tomlinson (9.1%) allowed pressure rates that ranked in the top 10 highest at their positions in 2024, according to NFL Next Gen Stats.
Houston traded for wideout Christian Kirk, but he averaged 47.4 receiving yards per game (second fewest in his career). So the Texans need to draft home runs at these spots. -- DJ Bien-Aime
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Jonah Savaiinaea, G/OT, Arizona. If the Texans continue to remodel their offensive line, Savaiinaea makes a lot of sense. With experience at both guard and tackle, he's a powerful blocker who shows high levels of pop in his hands and projects best on the interior at the next level. -- Reid
Indianapolis Colts
Top three needs: TE, OL, LB. Tight end is an obvious need for the Colts considering their unit collectively ranked 31st in receiving yards last season (467 yards). Indianapolis has bypassed the position in free agency thus far, presumably relying on the draft and the deep crop of available talent there. Tyler Warren (Penn State) or Colston Loveland (Michigan) could be available at pick No. 14.
The departures of C Ryan Kelly and G Will Fries means there could be in-house promotions that will erode the offensive-line depth. Weakside LB E.J. Speed went to the Texans, but the Colts have been great at finding late-round talent at that position. -- Stephen Holder
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA. Schwesinger checks many of the boxes of prospects the Colts have targeted in the past. He started as a special teams ace and worked his way into becoming a starter, and his instincts and tackle aggression would be an immediate upgrade for the Colts. -- Reid
Jacksonville Jaguars
Top three needs: CB, DT, S. The Jaguars added Jourdan Lewis in free agency to be the nickel. That helps, but they don't have another outside corner opposite Tyson Campbell. Jarrian Jones showed flashes as a rookie in 2024 and will have to compete for playing time. Campbell, who signed a four-year, $76.5 million contract last July, has missed 11 games in the past two seasons and hasn't played at the level he did in 2022.
The Jaguars also need an interior disruptor to boost the run defense and create push in the middle, which was missing last season and would help edge rushers Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker. Eric Murray and Darnell Savage are the likely starting safeties, but both joined the team as free agents and aren't viewed as long-term starters. -- Michael DiRocco
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Nohl Williams, CB, California. Jacksonville's secondary remains a major concern even after signing Lewis. Williams is a physical corner with good ball skills. His scheme versatility allows him to be effective in press man and zone coverage. -- Reid
Tennessee Titans
Top three needs: QB, Edge, WR. Quarterback remains cloudy after the Titans' only offseason addition was career backup Brandon Allen, who joins Will Levis. That could change if they select one of the top quarterback prospects with the No. 1 pick.
Whoever the quarterback is will need better receivers. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine led the Titans in receiving touchdowns last season (9) before signing with the Dolphins. The team likes second-year wideout Bryce Oliver, but Calvin Ridley is the only proven pass catcher on the roster. Harold Landry III's release means the Titans won't have their sack leader from 2024, either. No player on the current roster has posted a 10-sack season. Tennessee must find someone who can cause chaos off the edge. -- Turron Davenport
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford. He is a strong, sure-handed receiver who's capable of lining up in multiple spots. He is able to create separation, has plenty of branches on his route tree and would be an ideal complement to Ridley as the WR2. -- Reid
AFC WEST
Denver Broncos
Top three needs: RB, WR, CB. The need at running back might not be as glaring if the Broncos increase Audric Estime's workload, but that's hardly a guarantee given his erratic usage during his rookie season. Javonte Williams' departure leaves a lot of snaps, carries and receptions available at the position.
Wide receiver also is less of a hole if Marvin Mims Jr.'s playing time continues to increase, but Lil'Jordan Humphrey signed with the Giants after playing 546 snaps in 2024. And the Broncos saw very clearly last season how Riley Moss' injury impacted their defense, so they should always look at bolstering the depth chart at cornerback. -- Jeff Legwold
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State. Sean Payton made his living with Alvin Kamara as a slasher and receiver out of the backfield in New Orleans, and he could get that "joker" hybrid player via the dynamic three-down ability of Henderson. He's also the best pass-protecting back in the class. -- Miller
Kansas City Chiefs
Top three needs: OT, DT, TE. The Chiefs might have found their starting left tackle when they signed Jaylon Moore in free agency, but possibly not. Moore is a career backup, so it's in the Chiefs' best interests to draft competition for him.
The Chiefs are short on depth at defensive tackle to play alongside Chris Jones. They added veteran Jerry Tillery in free agency, but he's more of a rotational player, so there's more work to be done. At tight end, Travis Kelce has one more season left in him, but it's not too early for the Chiefs to think about an eventual replacement. -- Adam Teicher
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Charles Grant, OT, William & Mary. Signing Moore checks one box but doesn't solve the team's issue at right tackle. That is where the Chiefs can develop Grant, thanks to his athletic tools and potential. -- Miller
Las Vegas Raiders
Top three needs: RB, WR, CB. Although they signed running back Raheem Mostert, the Raiders still need help to improve the league's worst rushing attack. Coach Pete Carroll wants to have a strong run game, so adding another running back to help take pressure off quarterback Geno Smith should be a priority.
Las Vegas has two 1,000-yard pass catchers in tight end Brock Bowers and wide receiver Jakobi Meyers, but there's a significant drop-off in receiving production outside those players. It wouldn't hurt to add a wide receiver who can stretch the field. -- Ryan McFadden
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss. After trading for Smith, the Raiders would get an X receiver to complement Bowers and Meyers. Harris is an expert intermediate route runner with easy speed on vertical routes. -- Miller
Los Angeles Chargers
Top three needs: TE, WR, DT. The Chargers spent much of last season struggling on offense while their defense allowed the fewest points per game in the NFL (17.7). Their offensive inefficiencies were on full display in their wild-card loss to the Texans, where Chargers pass catchers not named Ladd McConkey were almost nonexistent. The Chargers must add another impactful pass catcher for quarterback Justin Herbert this offseason, whether it be at tight end or receiver, for this team to have a shot at making a deep postseason run.
As for the defensive line, the Chargers lost defensive tackle Poona Ford, one of their most important players this past season, in free agency. They could use a long-term answer in the interior defensive line. -- Kris Rhim
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami. The Chargers' offense lacks a reliable tight end option, and Arroyo is coming off a breakout season with Cam Ward running the Miami offense. Arroyo has battled injuries in his past, but he's an explosive route runner with after-the-catch speed. -- Miller
NFC EAST
Dallas Cowboys
Top three needs: RB, WR, CB. The Cowboys added Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders in free agency, but running back remains a high priority. This is a deep draft class at the position, which means they might not have to lock into one at No. 12 overall.
Dallas is also looking for a No. 2 receiver opposite CeeDee Lamb and has issues at cornerback, even with the trade for 2022 first-round pick Kaiir Elam. Trevon Diggs' availability for the start of the season is in question following left knee surgery, and nickel corner Jourdan Lewis signed with Jacksonville. -- Todd Archer
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas. If the Cowboys opt to wait on a running back, Blue has an explosive skill set as a runner and receiver that would work well with free agent additions Sanders and Williams. An outside slasher, Blue reportedly clocked in the high 4.2s at Texas' pro day. -- Miller
New York Giants
Top three needs: QB, DT, G. The Giants adding veterans Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston didn't do anything to address their top priority of the offseason. Owner John Mara said after this past season the "No. 1 issue" was finding a quarterback of the future, whether that be in the draft or via trade. After missing on Matthew Stafford earlier in the offseason, it's on to the draft, where the Giants might have a shot at Shedeur Sanders with the third pick. Or they can look elsewhere.
As for defensive line, fortunately it's a deep draft at the position. And a starting guard in the middle rounds would also be nice. -- Jordan Raanan
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State. Jackson played left guard and left tackle at Ohio State. He has the power and agility to be an exciting Day 1 starting option on the right side of the Giants' offensive line. -- Miller
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Philadelphia Eagles
Top three needs: S, DT, LB. The decision to trade C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Texans created an opening at starting safety opposite Reed Blankenship. Former third-round pick Sydney Brown should have a chance to vie for the spot, but Philadelphia will want to add competition and depth there before the start of the season.
Similarly, the loss of Milton Williams in free agency means defensive tackle could use reinforcements behind Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis. The Eagles inked All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun to an extension, but with Nakobe Dean still recovering from a torn patellar tendon, it would be smart to strengthen the linebacker room. Tight end should be mentioned here as well, particularly if the Eagles move on from Dallas Goedert as has been speculated. -- Tim McManus
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Kevin Winston Jr., S, Penn State. A rangy free safety prospect, Winston is coming off an ACL injury suffered in mid-September, but he has the profile of a patrolman from a deep safety alignment. He could supplant Blankenship in the starting lineup. -- Miller
Washington Commanders
Top three needs: Edge, RB, CB. The Commanders have added defensive line depth and more quality run stoppers. However, they were interested in edge rushers Khalil Mack, Joey Bosa and DeMarcus Lawrence -- and perhaps Trey Hendrickson -- and haven't gotten any of them to date. None of their current linemen recorded more than five sacks last season. Fortunately for Washington, which owns the 29th pick, the draft is deep with edge rushers.
The Commanders could also add a dynamic running back to pair with Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler. Multiple other spots could be addressed, but they could use another big-bodied physical corner to pair with Marshon Lattimore and their smaller corners (Mike Sainristil, Jonathan Jones and Noah Igbinoghene). -- John Keim
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame. Finding a big, physical cornerback in Round 2 is a chore, but Morrison could be available after suffering a hip injury in 2024. He has the size (6-foot, 190 pounds) to live at the line of scrimmage in press coverage. -- Miller
NFC NORTH
Chicago Bears
Top three needs: OT, Edge, RB. Although the Bears have added three interior offensive linemen this offseason, drafting 10th overall is an ideal spot to land their left tackle of the future with Braxton Jones entering a contract year.
And as general manager Ryan Poles said, a team can never have enough pass rushers. With a deep class of edge rushers and defensive tackles, Chicago could continue to add in the trenches, even after signing Dayo Odeyingbo and Grady Jarrett. While running back isn't the most pressing need, upgrading a key position for Ben Johnson's offense would be a major benefit for the Bears. And with four picks in the first three rounds, they have the ability to do it. -- Courtney Cronin
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Bradyn Swinson, Edge, LSU. The Bears have been aggressive in adding players to their defensive front, but that shouldn't keep them from adding more. Swinson is a long, explosive edge rusher who has plenty of upside. His hand maturity as a pass rusher and edge-setting length would give him a chance to be an early contributor. -- Reid
Detroit Lions
Top three needs: Edge, G, LB. Detroit's pass rush will certainly get boosted by the return of Aidan Hutchinson, but the Lions could still use more help with a strong rotation of pass rushers after releasing veteran defensive end Za'Darius Smith.
The Lions lost a starter in veteran guard Kevin Zeitler to the Titans via free agency, so they'll have to replace him to keep the offensive line competing on an elite level. They could benefit from adding a talented off-ball linebacker as well. -- Eric Woodyard
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: JT Tuimoloau, Edge, Ohio State. Tuimoloau was a key piece of the Buckeyes' defense during their national title run. His power and strength at the point of attack make him an NFL-ready player and a solid option opposite Hutchinson. -- Reid
Green Bay Packers
Top three needs: WR, DT, CB. Signing Mecole Hardman doesn't lessen the need for another receiver. If there ever was a year when the Packers might use a first-round pick on that position (remember, they haven't since 2002), this could be it.
On the other side of the ball, the Packers want to get more pressure on quarterbacks without blitzing more, yet they haven't added any pass rushers. And the signing on free agent Nate Hobbs isn't enough to say they're set at cornerback. -- Rob Demovsky
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State. The Packers lack a true WR1, and Higgins brings a different body type and skill set than what's currently on their roster. With a wide catch radius and good movement skills for a bigger receiver (6-foot-4, 215 pounds), Higgins would give quarterback Jordan Love a consistent three-level target. -- Reid
Minnesota Vikings
Top three needs: CB, DT, C. The Vikings won't have to reach for need in the draft for 2025 impact due to their $300 million-plus free agent shopping spree. But the one position that still needs work is cornerback. The team's top four corners this past season were all on expiring contracts, and only Byron Murphy Jr. has been re-signed. Newcomers Isaiah Rodgers and Jeff Okudah and holdover Mekhi Blackmon aren't enough depth.
The other positional holes are longer-term. The Vikings' top three defensive linemen -- Jonathan Allen, Javon Hargrave and Harrison Phillips -- are between 29 and 32 years old. New center Ryan Kelly is 32 and on a short-term contract. -- Kevin Seifert
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Omarr Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee. After adding Allen and Hargrave in splash-free agent moves, Minnesota could another pass rush specialist. Norman-Lott played sporadically this season (20 or more snaps in only five out of 13 games), but his hand power and explosiveness were unmatched. -- Reid
NFC SOUTH
Atlanta Falcons
Top three needs: Edge, DT, CB. Leonard Floyd was a solid free agent addition at edge. He has had no fewer than 8.5 sacks in a season since 2020. But Falcons coach Raheem Morris has said he believes a pass rush is most potent with two strong options. So look for Atlanta to draft someone who can get to the quarterback early, likely at No. 15.
With the loss of defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, the Falcons also have a hole in the middle of their line. Morgan Fox was a nice addition, but this draft is rich in interior line talent. -- Marc Raimondi
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Nic Scourton, Edge, Texas A&M. Atlanta has to go defense heavy in this draft. If the Falcons don't get an edge rusher in Round 1, Scourton has the skills to fit the defense as an outside rusher. -- Miller
Carolina Panthers
Top three needs: Edge, WR, DT. Carolina added Pat Jones II in free agency for depth behind edge rushers Jadeveon Clowney and D.J. Wonnum, but he's still a situational player. Clowney is 32, and Wonnum is still in prove-it mode. So adding a young, dynamic edge rusher for the long term is a priority. That's what makes Georgia's Jalon Walker intriguing.
Quarterback Bryce Young still needs a dynamic receiver opposite 2024 first-round pick Xavier Legette. Then it's back to defense, where Carolina settled on defensive tackle Tershawn Wharton -- who is also still in prove-it mode -- after losing out on Milton Williams. -- David Newton
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Ty Robinson, DT, Nebraska. Carolina is seeking 5-technique help, and Robinson is an upper-level run defender who has shown flashes of pass-rush ability that can be developed. He can also kick inside in third-down situations. -- Miller
New Orleans Saints
Top three needs: CB, WR, OL. The Saints have needs all over the roster, and there are strong arguments to be made as to whether they should take a pass rusher this year or even a quarterback. The Saints are bringing back QB Derek Carr for at least one more season, so they might not feel forced to try to make a move at No. 9.
Cornerback remains a priority after losing two starters, and the Saints need more young faces at WR. They have an opening at left guard and might not see Trevor Penning as their left tackle of the future. -- Katherine Terrell
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State. With Chris Olave's future in doubt, Royals would potentially fill the WR2 role. In a best-case scenario, he would be a third or fourth option while learning behind Olave and Rashid Shaheed. -- Miller
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Top three needs: Edge, CB, LB. The Bucs signed Haason Reddick in free agency in hopes he can rebound after a holdout-marred season with the Jets, but that shouldn't preclude them from drafting outside pass-rush help. They also need some insurance at outside cornerback because of Jamel Dean's injury history, and they should prepare for life after Lavonte David at inside linebacker. -- Jenna Laine
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State. A former wide receiver, Porter is a big press cornerback at 6-4 with only one year of defensive back tape. The Bucs need size and speed on the outside, and he has both. -- Miller
NFC WEST
Arizona Cardinals
Top three needs: WR, DT, G. The Cardinals strengthened their defense during free agency but can still benefit from drafting a prospect on the defensive line.
Adding a third receiver would give the receivers room a boost and another playmaking option to help quarterback Kyler Murray take another step in Year 3 under coach Jonathan Gannon. And adding a guard would give Arizona options -- or even competition -- behind Isaiah Adams. -- Josh Weinfuss
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: CJ West, DT, Indiana. Signing Dalvin Tomlinson gives the Cardinals a veteran anchor in the middle, but adding a young option is still a possibility. West can be a consistent and disruptive presence in the middle of the defensive line. -- Reid
Los Angeles Rams
Top three needs: CB, LB, OT. The top of the Rams' roster doesn't have many glaring holes after free agency, but they'll need to add depth through the draft. Although the starting cornerbacks return, Los Angeles' pass defense ranked 26th in the NFL this past season. The Rams could also add at inside linebacker after losing Christian Rozeboom (Panthers), Troy Reeder (unsigned) and Jacob Hummel (Ravens) this offseason.
And although the Rams re-signed left tackle Alaric Jackson to a three-year deal, they could draft their right tackle of the future with Rob Havenstein entering the last year of his contract. -- Sarah Barshop
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Caleb Ransaw, CB, Tulane. The Rams need to draft players who are ready to play right away. Ransaw is an athletic plug-and-play option. He has gained experience at multiple secondary spots and has the potential to play on the perimeter or even transition to safety. -- Reid
San Francisco 49ers
Top three needs: DT, Edge, OT. The 49ers released both of last year's starting defensive tackles (Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins) and made no additions in free agency, leaving two significant holes on the defensive interior. They also cut ties with edge rusher Leonard Floyd, who started all 17 games this past season, creating an opening for a new starter opposite Nick Bosa.
While the Niners return both starting offensive tackles (Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz), Williams will be 37 in July and McKivitz is entering the final year of his contract. That means the 49ers are on the lookout for a tackle who could potentially compete for a guard job before moving to tackle permanently. -- Nick Wagoner
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Jordan Burch, Edge, Oregon. Bosa is the only 49ers edge rusher who can be counted on. Burch is a hybrid edge who has plenty of explosive power to play off the edge or move inside in sub packages. -- Reid
Seattle Seahawks
Top three needs: OL, DT, WR. The Seahawks weren't going to spend big on an interior offensive lineman other than Will Fries, so when the ex-Colts guard signed with Minnesota, their focus shifted. They'll still add a low-cost veteran at guard and/or center at some point, but the blue-chip upgrade they need up front will have to come from an early draft pick.
Recent receiver additions Cooper Kupp and Marquez Valdes-Scantling are 30 or older, so the Seahawks could use some youth to accompany Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Nose tackle is another hole, with Johnathan Hankins unsigned after filling that role for Seattle last season. -- Brady Henderson
Prospect to fill a need outside Round 1: Marcus Mbow, G/C, Purdue. He could excel in a zone scheme, which is what new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak likes to run. His easy movement skills and physicality at the point of attack would project well as an early starter in Seattle. -- Reid