2025 NFL mock draft: Who should take Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward?

For the 18 NFL teams already on vacation, roster construction is the primary focus. 

They're zeroed in on the 2025 NFL Draft, looking for the top college prospects that can help elevate their respective teams into playoff contention for next season and beyond. 

Just two quarterbacks are viewed as consensus first-round picks, in Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Miami's Cam Ward. But there are several intriguing prospects at the top of the board, headlined by Sanders' teammate, Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, who was a two-way superstar for the Buffaloes as a wide receiver and cornerback. 

One year after a running back was not selected on Day 1, Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty likely will be this April. But how high?

To put a bow on our multi-part series spotlighting what certain teams should do with the No. 1 pick, FOX Sports' Ben Arthur and Henry McKenna mock the first-round picks for non-playoff clubs (1-18). 

1. Tennessee Titans : Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

With his pinpoint accuracy and quick release, Shedeur Sanders is a great fit for Brian Callahan's scheme on paper. Don't rule out the Titans trading down if presented the opportunity, though, allowing them to acquire much-needed draft capital from a team more desperate to take Sanders or Cam Ward. That could be a big priority of Ran Carthon's replacement at general manager. — Ben Arthur

2. Cleveland Browns : Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Deshaun Watson, who recently experienced a setback in his Achilles recovery, should not prevent Cleveland from taking a quarterback in this spot. Ward is a great prospect, with all the upside in the world. I'm sure that, during smoke-screen season, folks will badmouth his decision to sit for the second half of his team's bowl