Where and when was the 2025 NFL draft held?
The 2025 NFL draft took place at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin on the 24th of the 26th of April 2025. The league selected this location over Washington, D.C. on the 22nd of May 2023.
Questions about 2025 NFL draft
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Which team made the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft?
Tennessee Titans held the first overall pick and selected Cam Ward from the Miami Hurricanes. This selection marked the focal point of opening night as Ward entered professional play.
How many compensatory picks were awarded for the 2025 NFL draft?
Three picks were awarded for the 2025 draft pursuant to Resolution JC-2A enacted by the NFL in November 2020. San Francisco, Denver, and Minnesota received these selections for developing minority candidates for head coach or general manager roles.
Who impersonated New Orleans Saints staff during the 2025 NFL draft?
Jax Ulbrich pretended to be New Orleans Saints staff to call Shedeur Sanders during day two of the draft. Jax is the son of Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich and another person joined him in making the impersonation attempt.
What happened when Barryn Sorrell attended the 2025 NFL draft without an invitation?
Barryn Sorrell flew to Green Bay with family and friends and stayed all three days until the Packers selected him in the fourth round. Roger Goodell announced his name and welcomed him on stage like a first-round pick after the staff submitted the selection.