As Thanksgiving approaches, football fans eagerly anticipate a series of high-stakes matchups on the gridiron. The upcoming weeks include not only rivalry games in college football but also the important conference championship contests. With regular-season assessments wrapping up, NFL scouts are preparing to return from their travels, while front office members begin assembling their rankings to create prospect boards for the 2025 NFL Draft.
Moneyline offers insights from a knowledgeable scouting department that provides an initial Top 100 list based on evaluations and projections. This ongoing analysis is informed by several key scouts: Brandon Thorn, who specializes in offensive and defensive line evaluation through his Trench Warfare newsletter; Dame Parson, the lead host of Locked On NFL Draft; Cory Giddings, with diverse experience in coaching and evaluation; and Matt Holder, a Scouting Academy graduate with a focus on the NFL Draft and coverage of the Las Vegas Raiders.
The grading scale employed consists of a numerical rating system ranging from 10, indicative of generational talent, to 6.0-6.4, denoting a developmental prospect. Notable players among the top collectively evaluated include cornerback Travis Hunter of Colorado (9.2), defensive lineman Mason Graham of Michigan (9.1), and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan from Arizona (9.0). Each player has been analyzed comprehensively by designated scouts covering different positions, establishing a rounded perspective on prospects leading into the draft.
