The total number of picks in the NFL Draft is not fixed but varies slightly each year due to compensatory picks and penalties. For the 2025 NFL Draft, there are a total of 257 picks across seven rounds
. Key details:
- The draft consists of 7 rounds.
- Each of the 32 NFL teams typically receives one pick per round, totaling 224 picks.
- The additional picks come from compensatory selections awarded to teams, which in 2025 amount to 35 compensatory picks.
- The total of 257 picks in 2025 reflects a slight decrease from previous years (259 in 2023 and 262 in 2022).
- Teams can also lose picks due to penalties, which affects the total number and distribution of picks among teams
In summary, the 2025 NFL Draft will have 257 total selections made over seven rounds.
