AFC East 2025 NFL Draft Grades: Analysis of Every Team's Picks

The Bills entered the draft with clear defensive priorities: a corner, a young edge rusher, and a versatile interior player. They checked all those boxes in the first four rounds, and that’s a win for Buffalo’s front office.

Maxwell Hairston is an explosive athlete with the playmaking chops to immediately bolster the secondary. T.J. Sanders adds dynamic pass-rush potential to the defensive line, complementing Ed Oliver's presence inside. Then there's Landon Jackson, a high-energy, three-down linebacker with the size, speed, and relentless motor to thrive, getting him in the third round feels like a steal.

And let's not forget Deone Walker, the massive 6ft 7in, 331-pound defensive tackle. Despite a tough 2024 season due to injuries, he moves remarkably well for his size, and if not for those setbacks, he would've been long gone by Round 4. This draft class has all the right pieces for the Bills, who are looking to bounce back from their recent playoff disappointment.

Miami's run defense is about to take a major step forward. First-round pick Kenneth Grant is an absolute monster in the middle, clogging up lanes and setting the tone. His size is intimidating, but he also has more pass-rush potential than you'd expect from a player of his stature. Jordan Phillips, grabbed in the fifth round, brings similar dominance against the run, making him a tremendous value pick.

Jonah Savaiinaea, who was brought in to shore up the offensive line, should fit nicely into Mike McDaniel's zone-blocking scheme with his athleticism. But trading up 11 spots in Round 2 and surrendering a third-round pick to secure him? That feels a bit steep. Miami could have used that extra Day 2 capital to further strengthen their roster.

The Patriots may have emerged as the draft's biggest winners. Their focus on bolstering the offensive line and surrounding Drake Maye with talent was spot on, and they nailed it. Will Campbell is now viewed as the left tackle of the future, and given his smooth performance against SEC competition despite a lack of length, it’s easy to see why.

While TreVeyon Henderson isn't a traditional workhorse back, he's an explosive playmaker and the best third-down back in this draft class. Kyle Williams is one of the most intriguing mid-round receiver picks, and Jared Wilson could push Garrett Bradbury for the starting center role sooner than expected. Even their Day 3 defensive picks look promising, offering coach Mike Vrabel the kind of young talent needed to bolster his defense. This draft? The Patriots absolutely aced it.

The Jets' new front office couldn't have asked for a better start. Every one of New York's first three picks offered fantastic value where they landed, especially Azareye'hThomas, who many had pegged as a top-10 corner but slipped into the third round.

Landing Armand Membou at No. 7 was a home-run pick, capping off a young, talented offensive line with a potential Pro Bowl right tackle. Mason Taylor should step right into a starting role at tight end. Keep an eye on Malachi Moore, too — he might've flown under the radar in a deep safety class, but his instincts, range, and sure tackling could make him an impact player from day one.

Arian Smith brings world-class speed to the offense, though his hands and polish as a route-runner make him a classic boom-or-bust gamble. Meanwhile, both Moore and Francisco Mauigoa have the chops to carve out key rotational roles early in their careers. It's clear the Jets came in with a plan — and they executed it brilliantly.