Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes made some bold moves in the draft, trading up multiple times to secure key players like Giovanni Manu and Sione Vaki. The Chicago Bears selected Iowa punter Tory Taylor and former Gopher Austin Booker to address their team needs.

Miami Dolphins added speed by drafting Tennessee RB Jaylen Wright after acquiring Texas WR Xavier Worthy. Six quarterbacks were taken after the first round, with teams like the Jets, Patriots, and Packers grooming potential successors. Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah prioritized drafting a kicker to address a critical team need.