Nick Emmanwori — NFL Mock Draft Roundup 1.0
Leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, we will track where South Carolina Gamecocks safety Nick Emmanwori appears in the latest NFL mock drafts.
Nick Emmanwori NFL Mock Drafts
Here are some of the latest mock drafts in which Emmanwori has appeared:
No. 14 overall — Indianapolis Colts
I love Emmanwori's game and think he can rise through the draft process, even if he might be asked about the "miscommunication" over exiting the Gamecocks' bowl game at halftime.
No. 18 overall — Seattle Seahawks
Nick Emmanwori to Seattle is one of my favorite pairings in the first round. Head coach Mike Macdonald had Kyle Hamilton in Baltimore and now gets his big, versatile defender in the Pacific Northwest.
The Athletic — Baumgardner/Dochterman
No. 24 overall — Minnesota Vikings
As the Vikings prepare for the post-Harrison Smith world, they need another third-level playmaker. Emmanwori was that and more for the Gamecocks — he had two pick sixes this season (and a third called back because of roughing the passer). Emmanwori can hit and cover, plus he's a high-energy player. You're getting the full package.
No. 24 overall — Minnesota Vikings
As noted by The Athletic's Bruce Feldman, Emmanwori is an athletic freak who runs close to 23 mph at 227 pounds and vertical jumps 42 inches. Emmanwori has the length and physicality to match up with tight ends and above-average ball skills (six interceptions over past two years) although he's at his best in run support.
No. 20 overall — Denver Broncos
Emmanwori gave me some Derwin James vibes when I studied him. I love his instincts and production.
No. 19 overall — Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Emmanwori has closed the gap with Starks in the safety rankings, and I considered him five spots earlier for the Colts. Emmanwori is going to be a red-hot prospect throughout the predraft process. He has a big frame at 6-3, 227 pounds, but he moves like a smaller defensive back. He picked off four passes this season (two pick-sixes), and he could fit in nicely for the Buccaneers' defense. Emmanwori next to Antoine Winfield Jr. could do some damage to opposing passing attacks.
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