NFL Draft Comparisons Heat Up Ahead of Big Event
As anticipation builds in New York City, fans and analysts alike are buzzing about the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft, taking place in less than two weeks. This is a significant moment for many college football players, marking the beginning of a potential journey to becoming stars in the NFL. With excitement in the air, predictions and comparisons about who these young prospects might resemble in the league are heating up.
In a recent episode of the “With the First Pick” podcast, host Ryan Wilson and former Tennessee Titans general manager Ran Carthon shared their favorite draft comparisons for this year’s prospects. They tackled which players reminded them of established NFL stars, and their discussions ranged from serious to light-hearted debate.
Carthon drew a comparison between quarterback Jalen Milroe and Malik Willis, noting that both have elite athleticism but share some weaknesses, particularly in pocket passing. He also likened Milroe to Taysom Hill, citing their explosive style of play. Carthon pointed out that, in today’s game, a player like Milroe won’t just be left on the bench and could be utilized in various game situations.
Another intriguing prospect is Kyle McCord, who Wilson compared to veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. However, Carthon disagreed slightly, stating that Cousins has a more natural passing ability. Wilson elaborated on TreVeyon Henderson, expecting him to be one of the top running backs selected. Carthon echoed this sentiment, comparing Henderson to Chase Brown due to their cutting-edge productivity in zone-running schemes.
As the conversation unfolded, the duo discussed Omarion Hampton, calling him “special” and comparing him to Joe Mixon, pointing out their ability to break tackles and excel in pass protection. Similarly, Jaydon Blue drew comparisons to Jahmyr Gibbs, while Wilson highlighted his own similarities to James Cook. They showed enthusiasm for Brashard Smith, labeling him as “electric” as he ventures into a new position at running back.
On the defensive side, Malachi Moore was touted as one of the smartest prospects in the draft, with Carthon comparing him to Micah Hyde. Meanwhile, Jahdae Barron‘s tape impressed Wilson, who drew parallels to players like Javon Bullard and Brian Branch due to his game IQ and versatility on the field.
As the draft approaches, the excitement continues to build around these young athletes and their potential futures in the NFL. Fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see how their favorite teams will capitalize on this talent.
