The AFC East fielded two playoff teams in 2023, and there’s optimism for three to make the postseason in 2024.
That may be looking too far ahead, but then again, we’re looking even further ahead with our latest 2025 NFL Mock Draft.
Using Pro Football Network’s Mock Draft Simulator, here’s who we have landing in the AFC East during next April’s draft, including a big-name quarterback.
Projecting Who All 4 AFC East Teams Will Select in 2025 NFL Draft
3) New England Patriots: Mason Graham, IDL, Michigan
Mason Graham gives Michigan two defenders in the top three picks. On my initial quick look, he is probably the early favorite to be the top prospect in my 2025 rankings. Graham has the explosiveness and high-level flashes, but also the steady production both against the run and the pass. He’s an immediate upgrade to just about any roster in the NFL.
21) Miami Dolphins: Denzel Burke, CB, Ohio State
As much as I like Jalen Ramsey as a player and liked Kendall Fuller and Cam Smith as prospects, the secondary in Miami is shaky at best. If the Dolphins are picking in this range, there’s a strong possibility it’s because the back end of the defense let them down.
It’s not a deep corner class, but Denzel Burke provides first-round upside as a long, rangy corner.
23) New York Jets: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
For better or worse, Shedeur Sanders comes with the added layer of being Deion’s son. Sanders could certainly handle the extra spotlight and pressure that New York offers.
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On the field, Sanders has not been consistent enough to warrant being the top quarterback off the board. But with better line play in front of him this year, he should be able to flash his quality arm talent more often.
28) Buffalo Bills: Jalon Walker, Edge, Georgia
Jalon Walker was an elite off-ball linebacker prospect in high school who has grown into a potential first-round edge rusher. The Bills have worked free agency and the draft to find edge rushers, but haven’t found anyone with as much upside. Walker’s athletic profile — specifically his explosiveness — gives him high-level traits to scare young quarterbacks around the league.