The 2025 NFL offseason is here and that means it’s time for mock drafts, draft profiles and everything that goes with them. So without further ado, here’s one of many Draft Profiles for the 2025 NFL draft.
Josaiah Stewart, EDGE, Michigan
HT: 6’1
WT: 248 lbs
Accolades:
CFP national champion (2023)
Second-team All-Big Ten (2024)
Second-team All-Sun Belt (2022)
First-team All-Sun Belt (2021)
Freshman All-American (2021)
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Pros:
Explosive first step causes instant problems for tackles, consistently winning the edge
Masterful hand technician who sets up rushes with euro-steps and stems, keeping blockers guessing with a deep arsenal of rips, swims, and cross-chops
Natural leverage player who plays with outstanding pad level, allowing him to get under bigger tackles’ pads despite lacking prototypical size
Elite motor shows up constantly on film – routinely makes hustle plays 15-20 yards downfield and racks up coverage sacks through pure determination
Sophisticated pass rush plan demonstrates high football IQ, consistently setting up counter moves and adapting mid-game when initial approach gets stymied
Surprisingly stout at the point of attack against tight ends, using natural leverage and compact frame to hold his ground better than size suggests
Quick processor who sniffs out screens and draws, showing ability to quickly transition from rush to pursuit when plays develop away
Scheme versatile player who’s shown ability to play both standing up and hand in dirt, while also displaying comfort dropping into shallow zones
Cons:
Undersized frame at 245 pounds (6th percentile) creates issues against power-oriented offensive tackles who can absorb his initial burst and reset anchors
Below-average arm length (32 3/4″) limits ability to consistently separate from blocks once offensive linemen latch on with proper technique
Struggles to maintain gap integrity against double teams and down blocks, occasionally getting washed out of his run fit on power schemes
Limited ankle flexion affects ability to bend the corner at sharp angles, forcing him to take wider angles that give quarterbacks time to step up
Can get overeager as a rusher, occasionally running himself out of plays by getting too far upfield against mobile quarterbacks
Summary:
Stewart’s skills would be maximized in a Wide-9 technique, leveraging his explosive first step, or as a stand-up rusher threatening both inside and outside tracks. His performances against top competition justify a second-round pick. Although his frame may restrict his potential as an every-down player, Stewart’s polished pass-rush skills and competitiveness make him an asset for immediate pressure. Notably, his improved hand usage from Coastal Carolina to Michigan suggests ongoing technical growth.
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