Marek Brave’s final mock ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Ladies and gentlemen, we have finally reached the end of my mock draft series as today is the final Friday before the start of the 2025 NFL Draft next Thursday night. We’ve explored various paths to draft day success for the Miami Dolphins — selecting new first round picks in each scenario. However, today, my mock draft unveils what I would do if I was the general manager of the Miami Dolphins. Can I fix this roster in one fell swoop — using all ten draft picks to shore up positions of need while simultaneously looking towards the future? We’re about to find out!
Just this week, the news was made public that the Dolphins and cornerback Jalen Ramsey have “mutually agreed” to part ways — with all parties hopeful for a trade and a fresh start. It wasn’t guaranteed that the trade would go down ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, however, so we cannot add any extra picks to today’s mock, but what we can do is assume that in addition to the glaring holes at offensive guard and defensive tackle, cornerback is now high on Chris Grier’s shopping list. Today’s mock will reflect that idea.
If you’d like to take a look at my past mock drafts, just click on my name and you can peruse the previous eight iterations that will live on in perpetuity on this website. It could be fun to examine how they changed each week as the Dolphins continued to add and subtract members of their roster during the offseason.
But, without further adieu, let’s unwrap my final mock draft for 2025!
ROUND 1 – Pick #13
Will Johnson — CB — Michigan
What the experts are saying:
Teams love big, fluid cornerbacks with ball production and that is exactly what Johnson offers. He’s instinctive and plays with good body control and change of direction in space. He can play man coverage, but he’s at his best when playing with his eyes forward instead of chasing routes downfield. Johnson displays good pre-snap recognition and can read and anticipate routes/throws at a high level. While he plays the role of thief in coverage, he needs to balance that mentality with a healthy respect for NFL route-runners, as he might lack the recovery speed to close the distance at a desired rate. He has coveted traits and his areas of concern fail to stand out as impediments for what could become a long, successful career as a future Pro Bowler. (Lance Zierlein, NFL.com)
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ROUND 2 – Pick #48
Jonah Savaiinaea — OG — Arizona
What the experts are saying:
Arizona Wildcats offensive lineman Jonah Savaiinaea is a physical mauler in the trenches. He boasts positional versatility across his college resume, but his brute force power and heavy anchor will be best optimized at guard in the NFL.
Savaiinaea lacks the kind of dynamic hips and foot speed to allow him to consistently dictate terms on the edge as a space blocker setting the width of the pocket, but in short set opportunities and tighter alignment defenders, he has the chance to smother defenders with his center of gravity and grip strength.
He should be a viable run blocker from the jump — he shows good displacement and wash in vertical release and down block opportunities. The knowledge that he can get you through a stretch in a pinch at tackle will likely help move the needle for some, too. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 3 – Pick #98
Shemar Turner — DT — Texas A&M
What the experts are saying:
Three-year starter with “tweener” measurables but excellent musculation and lean mass. Turner plays with unlimited activity and a heavy dose of violence. He has a quick first step and an explosive punch. He’s capable of holding the point against single blocks or working the gaps with foot quickness. His pressure rate is hurt by a lack of length but he’s a restless rusher who hunts blockers’ edges and will eventually leak through if the play extends. His athleticism and chase quickness will see him in or near the pile with some frequency as a future starter. (Lance Zierlein, NFL.com)
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ROUND 4 – Pick #116
CJ West — DT — Indiana
What the experts are saying:
Fifth-year senior with three seasons as a full-time starter at Kent State and one at Indiana. West benefited from an extremely active, gaming front that created playmaking opportunities, but he also did the dirty work inside that scheme. He plays with adequate hand and foot quickness and is quick to diagnose the play. A lack of length and leverage at the point of attack might tie him to a one-gapping scheme as a pro. The sack totals are light, but he has enough athletic ability to compete as a rusher on single blocks. West has Day 3 value as a likely three-technique backup. (Lance Zierlein, NFL.com)
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ROUND 4 – Pick #135
Malachi Moore — S — Alabama
What the experts are saying:
Alabama Crimson Tide safety Malachi Moore projects as a potential sufficient-level starter at the NFL level. Moore found more stability with his play in 2024 when moved to the back end of the Tide defense, where he spent less time in the slot than he did under Nick Saban.
Moore found ball production, consistent tackling from depth, and illustrated his sound fundamentals for the position — but does so with what appears to be a sufficient level of athleticism that could put a potential cap and limit on his ability to make impact plays. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 5 – Pick #150
Devin Neal— RB — Kansas
What the experts are saying:
Kansas Jayhawks running back Devin Neal projects as a potential NFL starting running back. He has been an ascending talent with his passing game contributions to complement good vision, physicality, ball security, and competitive toughness as a primary runner.
Neal lacks ideal burst and foot speed for consistent explosive plays in the open, but his contact balance and well-built frame will create challenges for tacklers on the second level. He illustrates a savvy feel for navigating backfield pressure and contact, finding ways to slip through creases and optimize his run opportunities. Neal has been an efficient and effective short-yardage player who illustrates growing passing game appeal. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 5 – Pick #155
Jalen Rivers — OL — Miami
What the experts are saying:
Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Jalen Rivers projects as a sufficient level starter at the NFL level. Rivers would be best implemented in a between-the-tackles, downhill-oriented run scheme as an interior OL, where his dense build and power at the point of attack could help create vertical displacement.
Rivers’ experience at tackle is a nice emergency tool to have in the bag, but his foot speed and lateral mobility would be best implemented in tighter spaces. Rivers is a well-tenured starter who plays with good discipline and should set a sufficient floor for an NFL team on the interior. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 7 – Pick #224
Kurtis Rourke — QB — Indiana
What the experts are saying:
Rourke earns a draftable grade because of his size, experience and production. He’s coming off an ACL tear, but the injury might not have a major impact on his draft slotting since his game isn’t built on mobility. Rourke’s evaluation requires 2023 tape to get a feel for his delivery and velocity when his knee is stable. While he can make pro throws, the accuracy and placement is average. He’s a decent field-reader who throws with adequate touch and anticipation. Rourke played winning football in 2024 and he’s plenty tough, but he needs to take better care of the football if he wants to stick with an NFL team. (Lance Zierlein, NFL.com)
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ROUND 7 – Pick #231
Jalin Conyers — TE — Texas Tech
What the experts are saying:
Texas Tech Red Raiders tight end Jalin Conyers is an intriguing offensive weapon with the makings of a flex tight end and hybrid pass catcher for an NFL offense. Conyers first flashed his talents at Arizona State as a big-time run-after-catch threat and athlete.
He’s illustrated growth and development throughout his final season of college ball. He’s a surprisingly fluid and graceful big man in space and has the balance and wiggle to force missed tackles with the ball in his hands. He still requires added precision and technique in his route running and blocking ability but should be considered a developmental talent who can, in time, become an impactful role player. (Kyle Crabbs, The 33rd Team)
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ROUND 7 – Pick #253
LaJohntay Wester — WR — Colorado
What the experts are saying:
LaJohntay Wester has produced at both the power five and group of five levels. He had 107 rec, 1164 yards, and eight touchdowns in his final season at Florida Atlantic before transferring to Colorado. Wester is a very good route runner who can naturally create separation, as he is able to sink his hips and get in and out of breaks quickly. He is an elite athlete who can reach top speed very quickly, but he also has a strong understanding of how to get open versus zone coverage and consistently creates open windows. Wester is an above-average ball winner who can win at the catch point. He showed improved hands this season, with his drop rate going from 10% to 3.9%. (Pro Football & Sports Network)
