The Cleveland Browns scored the only A+ from ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper for not a surprising reason.

The Washington Commanders got an intriguing prospect in the fourth round. Instead of addressing their need for an EDGE defender, they went with Virginia Tech standout WR Jaylin Lane. He’s not the biggest player out there,

ESPN's Mel Kiper didn't love the Cardinals' draft but didn't hate it. In his 2025 NFL draft grades, he gave them a B-plus. Kiper felt taking defensive lineman Walter Nolen 16th overall was a little high and is concerned about his consistency of play from down to down. However, he loved the pick of cornerback Will Johnson in the second round.