Michigan Football had seven players selected in the 2025 NFL Draft. Here’s a look at what some of the top draft experts are saying about the newly-selected Wolverines and their fits at the next level:
Michigan sent a handful of players to the professional ranks, with seven Wolverines being selected during the 2025 NFL Draft . Today, we’ll be taking a look at what some of the foremost draft experts are saying about the recently selected Wolverines and what they bring to their new organizations.
DT Mason Graham
Cleveland Browns – Round 1, No. 5 overall
“Graham is an ideal scheme fit as a 3-technique with elite leverage and first-step quickness. In the Browns ’ 4-3 base defense, Graham will have an impact on rushing and passing downs, thanks to his background as a three-down player. Graham was my No. 4 player in the class and is a value for Cleveland after trading down from No. 2.” – Matt Miller, ESPN
“He doesn’t have many “wow” traits, but he’s an extremely good football player. I love his technique and power, and Graham will join Maliek Collins and Shelby Harris to form a reliable defensive interior in Cleveland. The Browns are trying to reset, and Graham will help boost the defense.” – Mel Kiper, ESPN
“Graham is not the biggest or longest defensive lineman in this class, but he’s the best one. With his quickness, strength and pure motor, putting him next to Myles Garrett spells trouble for offensive lines.” – Chad Reuter, NFL.com
TE Colston Loveland
Chicago Bears – Round 1, No. 10 overall
“Look at what Ben Johnson did with Sam LaPorta when he was the Lions’ offensive coordinator: That’s who Loveland will be in Chicago. His ability to play in-line and be a plus-level run blocker, plus his versatility in terms of alignment in the passing game, makes Loveland an ideal player in the Bears’ offense.” – Matt Miller, ESPN
“With the top offensive tackles and RB Ashton Jeanty off the board, it made sense for the Bears to take a tight end. History will tell the tale of whether the Bears made the right choice by taking Loveland over Penn State TE Tyler Warren.” – Chad Reuter, NFL.com
“Loveland reminds me a lot of current Detroit Lions standout Sam LaPorta, only bigger. New Bears coach Ben Johnson absolutely adored LaPorta in Detroit, and Loveland will give Johnson and QB Caleb Williams a legit receiving threat in all areas of the field – He’s an outstanding fit for everything Johnson does.” – Nick Baumgardner and Scott Dochterman, The Athletic
DT Kenneth Grant
Miami Dolphins – Round 1, No. 13 overall
“Grant is an answer to the interior run issues in Miami, and he has the first-step quickness and upside to eventually become a viable pass-rushing threat even with a nose tackle build.” – Matt Miller, ESPN
“The Dolphins could have had Will Johnson (though he reportedly has a knee issue). They could have had Jahdae Barron. If they do trade Jalen Ramsey, their cornerback room would include Kader Kohou, Storm Duck, Cam Smith, and Ethan Bonner. That’s a problem, and Miami opted to skip the position to draft a nose tackle. Yes, Grant is explosive, and sources told me the league was hot on him heading into the draft. But he was 30th on my board.” – Mel Kiper, ESPN
“This was a little earlier than expected for Grant, whom (Dane) Brugler had rated No. 25 in this class. Grant is stout and solid, though, and can take up blockers in the Dolphins’ 3-4 defense. He is the perfect defensive tackle to play over the center or between the A-gap and occupy double teams.” – Nick Baumgardner and Scott Dochterman, The Athletic
CB Will Johnson
Arizona Cardinals – Round 2, No. 47 overall
“He is an elite zone coverage cornerback with the size, length and ball skills that are rarely found in Round 2. He returned both of his interceptions in 2024 for touchdowns. As long as he’s healthy, the Cardinals grabbed a Day 1 starter who will immediately improve the defense alongside first-round defensive tackle Walter Nolen.” – Matt Miller, ESPN
“Concerns about a knee issue might have caused Johnson to slide out of the first round, but he brings real value to (Jonathan) Gannon’s defense. Johnson made a ton of plays in college and has the instincts and ball skills to make an impact as a rookie.” – Jeffri Chadiha, NFL.com
“If he overcomes a lingering knee injury to play like he did at Michigan, this could be the steal of the draft. Johnson has Pro Bowl potential as a rookie, provided he’s healthy.” – Nick Baumgardner and Scott Dochterman, The Athletic
Edge Josaiah Stewart
Los Angeles Rams – Round 3, No. 90 overall
“General manager Les Snead drafted two difference-makers last year – Now, he gets a great value in Stewart in the third round. Stewart is an excellent fit at outside linebacker in the Rams’ scheme and should complement (Jared) Verse well.” – Steve Muench, ESPN
“Stewart (6-foot-1, 249) is a small player who did not have the testing numbers to match what we saw on his college tape. But he was a highly productive pass rusher (30 career sacks) with one of the best win rates in the country last season. Stewart could give up quite a bit against the run. As a designated third-down rusher, though, there isn’t a better option in this class.” – Nick Baumgardner and Scott Dochterman, The Athletic
“Stewart is firmly in outlier territory for an edge rusher. But his burst off the edge will give him a chance to make his way into opponents’ backfields, and he has a better track record against the run than one would expect of a player at his size.” – Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, USA Today
RB Kalel Mullings
Tennessee Titans – Round 6, No. 188 overall
“At 6-foot-1, 226 pounds, Mullings gives the Titans the bigger-sized running back they’ve been looking for over the past two seasons. The former linebacker turned running back can help out on all special teams units in addition to carrying the ball in short-yardage situations.” – Turron Davenport, ESPN
“Kalel Mullings should be able to contribute on special teams and adds some strength to the offensive backfield as a downhill, straight ahead runner at 226 pounds. It likely comes down to Mullings vs. Julius Chestnut for the RB3 spot in the preseason.” – Nick Gray, The Tennesseean
OT Myles Hinton
Philadelphia Eagles – Round 6, No. 191 overall
“Hinton brings some position versatility. He started 20 games at right tackle and 11 games at left tackle across five seasons in college. Offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is widely considered the best in the business and will look to optimize the 6-foot-7, 323-pound Hinton, who can shoot for the role of swing tackle if he makes the team.” – Tim McManus, ESPN
“Hinton is a project tackle who has that tremendous size, long arms and the tools to become an NFL player at some point but needs to learn to stay low at 6-7 and play with more consistency and aggression. This is the kind of player Jeff Stoutland loves to work with, a guy who great potential who isn’t NFL ready yet.” – Reuben Frank, NBC Sports Philadelphia