After months of speculation, the 2025 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away.
It appears likely the Titans will select Miami quarterback Cam Ward No. 1 overall.
Outside of that, there’s a lot still up in the air. Although many tend to focus on the first round, teams build the meat and potatoes of their rosters during the second and third days of the draft.
Let’s look at some possible late-round prospects who could make an early impact in the league.
WR Kyle Williams, Washington State
Williams has been a prominent rising player during this year’s draft process. He has gone from a relatively unknown prospect to one who could be selected in the late third or early fourth round.
After three seasons at UNLV, Williams transferred to Washington State and became one of the more productive receivers in the nation. During his two seasons with the Cougars, Williams registered 131 receptions, 2,038 yards, and 20 touchdowns.
Williams is undersized at 5-11, 190 pounds, but he plays much bigger than his measurements. He excels against press coverage, using his quick release and footwork to dodge defenders and get open on routes. Williams also has excellent hands and is a reliable route runner who can play at the X, Y, or slot at the NFL level.
Because of his separation and speed, Williams can take the top off defenses in zone coverages. At the NFL Combine in February, Williams ran a 4.40 40-yard dash. During his final year at Washington State, Williams averaged 17.1 yards per catch.
Williams has the skill set and potential to be one of the best players in this year’s class.
RB Bhayshul Tuten, Virginia Tech
At 5-9, 206 pounds, Tuten is an explosive running back who can score a touchdown every time he gets the ball. He has track-level speed, but Tuten is also a physical runner who doesn’t mind lowering his shoulder to gain more yards.
In his two seasons at Virginia Tech, Tuten rushed for 2,022 yards and 25 touchdowns. He also brings value as a returner after averaging 28.2 yards per kick return for the Hokies.
Ball security was an issue during his time at Virginia Tech. He suffered from drops in the passing game along with fumbles. However, with the proper coaching, Tuten could be a game-breaking player in the NFL.
CB Mac McWilliams, UCF
Following his lone season at UCF after transferring from UAB, McWilliams is now firmly on teams’ radar. At 5-10, 191 pounds, McWilliams is a tough cornerback who tracks the ball well in coverage.
McWilliams excels in zone coverages and is an aggressive tackler in space and at the line of scrimmage. His seven tackles for loss show he is willing to get physical, which can be a lost art for cornerbacks.
Bigger-framed receivers sometimes tend to give McWilliams problems, but he could develop much like former Jets and current Lions cornerback D.J. Reed, who is similar in size and was also a Day 3 pick.
WR Tez Williams, Oregon
At 5-10, 154 pounds, Tez Williams is a productive receiver who is a home run threat with his explosive speed. After transferring from Troy to Oregon in 2023, Williams caught 169 receptions for 2,080 yards and 20 touchdowns for the Ducks.
Williams projects as a slot receiver because of his thin size and lack of strength. He also doesn’t make many contested catches, but he can attack zone defenses in a quick passing offense.
In addition to his skills as a receiver, Williams is also a good returner who can score a touchdown every time he gets the ball. While at Oregon, he averaged 10.5 yards per punt return.
EDGE Ahmed Hassanein, Boise State
Hassanein is still new to football after growing up in Egypt, but he has the ceiling and raw ability to be a solid NFL player for the next decade.
Hassanein was Boise State’s best pass rusher the last two seasons after registering 22 sacks during that time. But where he shines is as a run defender. Hassanein is relentless in getting to the ball carrier and finishing plays at and behind the line of scrimmage.
Because he began playing football in 2019, Hassanein still has a lot of work to do with his technique at the defensive end position. However, he makes for an exciting development prospect in the later rounds of this year’s draft.