The Cleveland Browns, in many ways, are going to end up deciding the fate of the 2025 NFL Draft. Holding the second overall pick, they have a chance to remake their franchise in an instant by adding a quarterback right at the top.
Or, they could choose to be more patient with their retooling by bringing on either of the best players in the draft: Penn State’s Abdul Carter or Colorado’s Travis Hunter. Remember, the Browns recently traded for quarterback Kenny Pickett, then signed quarterback Joe Flacco in free agency.
Here’s what the latest mock draft from PFSN anticipates they will do in Green Bay, Wisc.
2) Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado
PFSN’s Ian Cummings cut to the chase and went best available in his latest mock draft.
“Next to a QB, the Cleveland Browns’ biggest need is more playmaking talent. There’s arguably no QB worth taking at No. 2, and Andrew Berry has said he views Travis Hunter as a WR first,” Cummings said.
“Hunter is a unicorn simply with his high-end two-way ability, but as a WR, he has devastating potential as a three-level threat. He can carve up defenders with his routes, generate high-end RAC with his speed, agility, and bend, and make high-flying grabs.”
30) Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
Projected Trade: Browns receive 30th pick and BUF 2026 fifth; Bills receive 33rd pick, 94th pick, and 2026 CLE second
“The Browns held a workout and a 30 visit with all of the top-five QBs in the 2025 NFL Draft. They don’t seem incentivized at all to leave the first 33 picks without a QB, and at pick No. 33, they’re positioned to trade up, be aggressive, and wall off other suitors,” Cummings said.
“In this 2025 NFL Mock Draft, the Browns move up for Dart, boxing out the Giants. Dart could fit Kevin Stefanski’s scheme well, if he can expand on the flashes of intermediate anticipation he shows on film. He’s talented and tough, and those traits play.”
67) Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green
“The Browns met Harold Fannin Jr. twice and could see him as David Njoku’s successor. He doesn’t have Njoku’s size or athleticism, but is nuanced and sudden in the pass game,” Cummings said.
Right off the bat, he should be immediately able to contribute on the offensive end. In the passing game, he can become someone who Stefanski values on the field.
104) RJ Harvey, RB, UCF
A game-breaking runner, the Browns could look at RJ Harvey as their replacement for Nick Chubb in the coming years. However, his frame and blocking need to develop over time to allow him to take that next step.
In his final two years, he put up 1,416 and 1,577 yards, respectively, on the ground, with an absurd 38 touchdowns combined. As a pass catcher, too, he showed some value, with a respectable 200+ yards in both seasons.
179) Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon
A return specialist and third-down target right from the get-go, Tez Johnson has shown himself to be incredibly capable of generating consistent production against all competition. With his ability to create separation and convert short gains into big plays, he should be a valuable commodity for Cleveland.
192) Elijah Simmons, DT, Tennessee
Experience remains a question mark, but the tape that is on display from Elijah Simmons is impossible to deny. However, with questions about consistency and availability, this is a low-risk, high-reward bet that the Browns can make.
200) Jack Nelson, OT, Wisconsin
While his size may be limited, his strength certainly is not, which makes Jack Nelson an intriguing piece to add to the offensive line. With the ability to be an elite pass blocker, expect Nelson to get reps almost immediately.
An ability to work double teams combined with IQ in stunts and blitzes should be an instant success with a very high floor for the Browns offense to work with.
216) Bilhal Kone, CB, Western Michigan
Capable of making an immediate impact on special teams, Bilhal Kone has the length, speed, and IQ to be a valuable player. But he’s still rough enough to need refinement to take that next step. While he can’t be a starter right off the bat, he has all the attributes to develop into one.
255) Patrick Jenkins, DT, Tulane
With impeccable size and a high motor, Patrick Jenkins has the foundation to be a valuable defensive tackle. Add in the experience, and you see the upside, but with strength, a question, and a slow get-off time, developing into a starter is going to take a while.
No way the Browns give up that much to move up 3 spots. Forget the 5 yr contact for 1st rounders as their new contract happens after yr 3 if their any good. You shouldn’t do mock drafts after drinking a 6-pack!