Nov 29, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans wide receiver Nick Nash (3) catches a touchdown pass while under pressure from Stanford Cardinal cornerback Collin Wright (6) in the second quarter at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Ward dazzled during his lone season at Miami, throwing for the most touchdown passes (39) and second-most passing yards (4,313) in the FBS. Though he must clean up his footwork and decision-making, Ward has a high ceiling. He brings a powerful arm, can be an innovator on the field and has a steely demeanor in big moments.

College football is in the rearview mirror for Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart, and he is now going through the pre-draft process in hopes of securing a roster spot with an NFL franchise. Dart has been projected as a second-round pick at times this offseason,

In Sporting News' 11th mock projections for the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, quarterback Cam Ward is the new No. 1 overall pick, while Shedeur Sanders falls out of the top 10.