Final Mel Kiper 2025 mock draft fills Cowboys' major offensive need

The Dallas Cowboys land a big offensive playmaker in Mel Kiper Jr.'s final 2025 NFL mock draft.

North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton during the 2025 NFL Combine. / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

In just over one week, Dallas Cowboys Nation will learn what direction the franchise will go in the 2025 NFL Draft and the projections and theories continue to roll in.

While many believe the Cowboys will select an offensive playmaker -- wide receiver or running back with the No. 12 overall pick -- one man who has remained consistent is ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr.

Kiper released his final mock of the draft season and held firm that the Cowboys will select North Carolina Tar Heels star running back Omarion Hampton.

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It is the fourth straight time that Kiper has penciled Hampton in for the 'Boys.

The wait is over—we finally hear why Mel Kiper had the #Cowboys selecting RB Omarion Hampton in the first round for his final mock draft.

For context, Kiper also had Dallas picking Hampton at 12th overall for his third mock in a row.

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— Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) April 15, 2025

In Hampton's final year at North Carolina, the 6-foot, 220-pound powerhouse recorded 1,660 yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground, while hauling in 38 catches for 273 receiving yards and two scores.

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Hampton may be a controversial pick at the end of the day, but he would fill a major area of need. The reception of the pick would come down to whether Dallas traded back and who else was available on the board.

North Carolina Tar Heels running back Omarion Hampton runs against Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive back Evan Slocum. / Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

The 2025 NFL Draft will be held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with the first round on Thursday, April 24. Rounds 2 and 3 will be held on Friday, April 25, while the final rounds will play out on Saturday, April 26.

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