Mel Kiper Jr. (/ ˈ k aɪ p ər / KY-pər; born July 25, 1960) [1] is an American analyst covering football for ESPN. Kiper has appeared on ESPN's annual NFL draft coverage since 1984. [2] He has been widely credited for establishing mock drafting and is regarded as one of the first draftniks alongside Joel Buchsbaum. [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]

Notable NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. shares his liking for Miami's star wide receiver as underrated in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft class.

Mel Kiper Jr. Jan 21, 2025, 06:45 PM ET. Close. Mel Kiper has served as an NFL draft analyst for ESPN since 1984. He is a regular contributor on "SportsCenter," ESPN studio shows and ESPN Radio.

Consider ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr. a big fan of Florida linebacker and 2025 NFL Draft entrant Shemar James. Recapping the 2025 Senior Bowl and looking ahead to the upcoming selection ceremony on ...

Jan 9, 2025 · ESPN experts Mel Kiper Jr. and Field Yates did a mock draft for the top 10 picks, and Yates chose LSU tackle Will Campbell for the Patriots. It was a tough choice between Campbell and Texas...

Jan 22, 2025 · In his first mock draft ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr., chooses between Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward for the Tennessee Titans.

Jan 22, 2025 · Mel Kiper Jr. explains why the Raiders and their quarterback situation are worth watching in the upcoming NFL draft.

Nov 11, 2024 · 2.5K Followers • 52 Threads • The official Threads account of Mel Kiper Jr. First Draft podcast Mondays & Thursdays. Find it anywhere you listen to podcasts.

Apr 25, 2024 · Mel Kiper Jr. has been a staple of the NFL Draft for decades, and not just during the broadcast. Kiper is a year-round draft expert, making headlines with his mock drafts months out from the...

Oct 10, 2024 · But beyond the heartbreak of a city losing its beloved franchise, the ripple effects of that moment also altered the fate of one of football's most recognizable figures: Mel Kiper Jr. In...