The 2025 NFL Draft season is upon us, bringing fresh opportunities for teams to re-evaluate their strategies, especially regarding double-dipping at key positions. The Philadelphia Eagles have set a precedent by successfully selecting both Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean in 2024. The current draft class shows promising depth in edge and interior defenders, making it a fertile ground for franchises looking to bolster their defenses.

Across the league, teams are increasingly leveraging multiple early-round picks to address position needs, as evidenced by the trend where 18 out of 32 teams have made two selections in the top-four rounds at the same position over the last three years. This approach highlights the unpredictability of the draft, where first-round picks may not always yield immediate returns. Teams like the Rams, with a reduced number of early picks due to trading, illustrate a contrasting strategy where depth is often sacrificed for star power. The necessity of effective scouting and a calculated approach has never been more critical for teams aiming to capitalize on the upcoming draft.