Who Goes 1st Overall in the NFL Draft? Odds Favor Ward, Hunter, Carter

By BetOnline February 18, 2025

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Now that the Super Bowl is over, attention shifts to the offseason, particularly the NFL Draft. New GM Mike Borgonzi holds the first overall pick for the Titans, who are desperate for a quarterback. However, Tennessee selecting a quarterback isn’t a foregone conclusion. Check out the full odds on BetOnline.

Cam Ward, Miami (+100)
When it became official that the Titans had the first pick, speculation began as to which QB they would select—Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders. Word on the street suggests Tennessee prefers Ward, who accounted for 43 total touchdowns with the Hurricanes and earned a Heisman finalist honor. The interesting part is that neither of these quarterbacks is considered a generational talent. So, could the Titans pass on both and go in a different direction? Is there a team so eager to acquire Ward that they might trade up to get him? It’s possible.

Abdul Carter, Penn State (+220)
If it’s not a quarterback, we typically see a defensive player selected first, as we’ve seen in recent years with Travon Walker, Myles Garrett, and Jadeveon Clowney. Nittany Lions defensive end Abdul Carter is one of the most talented players in the draft. If the Titans aren’t sold on a QB, they would love to snag the top defensive talent to strengthen their defense. Carter was a unanimous All-American and ranked second in pressures (66) this season at Penn State.

Travis Hunter, Colorado (+240)
Some analysts believe Travis Hunter is the best prospect in the draft, and his hybrid style of play makes him highly sought after by many teams. The Heisman Trophy winner is likely to go No. 2 if he’s not selected first overall. However, the Titans probably wouldn’t pass on a QB or a DE to take Hunter. That said, could the Titans trade down to draft a QB if they believe another team is desperate to make Hunter the top pick? It’s possible but highly unlikely.

Shedeur Sanders, Colorado (+650)
Just a few weeks ago, Shedeur Sanders was an overwhelming favorite to go first overall, with odds around -200 at some sportsbooks. Deion’s son has been scouted as the best QB in this class, throwing for 4,134 yards and 37 touchdowns, helping the Buffaloes achieve their best record since 2016. Logically, Sanders makes a lot of sense for the Titans. He’s a better passer than Ward and could help boost ticket sales with his marketable name. And the last time head coach Brian Callahan had an accurate throwing QB selected first overall, it was a guy named Joe Burrow.

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