Biggest Disappointments from Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft: From Shedeur Sanders’ Slide to Questionable Team Decisions

Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft didn’t lack excitement, bringing just as much intrigue as the first round. With notable names still on the board, Friday night delivered some surprising picks, head-scratching moves, and unfortunate storylines. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest losers from the second and third rounds.

Rhamondre Stevenson’s Role in Jeopardy

The selection of TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th pick is a clear signal that the Patriots are ready for change in their backfield. Henderson brings a well-rounded skill set—strong pass-blocking, impressive burst, and dependable hands. After Stevenson’s underwhelming 2024 season, where he managed only 3.9 yards per carry, it looks like his touches may be limited moving forward.

Shedeur Sanders Hurt His Own Stock

Shedeur Sanders’ fall in the draft wasn’t just about physical traits like average arm strength. Reports suggest his approach during pre-draft evaluations rubbed some teams the wrong way. By skipping combine drills and reportedly leaving poor impressions in interviews, Sanders may have inadvertently contributed to his own slide. Even the Las Vegas Raiders, with Tom Brady as an advisor and ties to Sanders, repeatedly passed on him—raising even more eyebrows.

Ravens Contradict Their Stance on Off-Field Issues

Baltimore’s choice to draft Mike Green at the end of the second round has raised concerns. Despite previously claiming to hold a “zero tolerance” policy toward players involved in incidents of violence against women, the Ravens selected Green, who has faced multiple sexual assault allegations. Though Green has denied the claims, the move suggests a shift in Baltimore’s values when weighing talent versus character.

Will Johnson’s Injury Causes Costly Drop

Cornerback Will Johnson, once projected as a top-15 pick, continued to fall due to medical concerns. A lingering knee issue caused teams to question his long-term viability, pushing him all the way to the 47th selection. While Arizona may have gotten a steal talent-wise, Johnson lost millions in rookie contract value and faces uncertainty about his future durability.

Lions Gamble Big on Isaac TeSlaa

Detroit made one of the more puzzling moves of Day 2, trading multiple picks—including two future third-rounders—for wideout Isaac TeSlaa. Viewed by many analysts as a fifth-round prospect, TeSlaa’s raw athletic traits caught the Lions’ eye. Still, the high price to move up to pick 70 leaves fans and experts skeptical. Only time will tell if the gamble pays off.

Cowboys Miss on Offensive Help

The Dallas Cowboys made some solid picks defensively, with edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku a standout choice in Round 2. However, their lack of investment in offensive skill positions was glaring. With big questions at running back and behind CeeDee Lamb at wide receiver, Dallas chose to focus elsewhere. Unless the offensive line drastically improves, the offense could struggle in 2025.