Scoring
How Scoring Works
Points are based on how close each player is to the pick you predicted — not which team selects them. Trades happen, so only the slot matters.
The Core Rule
Only the player and the pick number matter. Teams are not part of the scoring because draft-day trades shuffle the order. If you say "Cam Ward goes #1" and he does — regardless of which team picks him — that's 10 points.
League & Public Contest Scoring
Scoring Tiers
Predict all 32 first-round picks. Points are awarded per player based on how close you placed them to their actual draft position.
Maximum possible score: 320 pts (32 picks × 10 pts)
2025 NFL Draft — Scored Example
Below is the actual 2025 first round alongside a sample mock draft. Tap any row in "Your Mock" to see exactly how the score was calculated. Notice how teams don't factor in — only the pick number matters.
Actual 2025 First Round
The real results — this is what your mock is scored against.
Your 2025 Mock
Sample submission — tap a row to see the math.
Team Builder Scoring
Team-Specific Predictions
Predict up to 5 players a specific franchise will draft, in order. Scored after the draft across all rounds.
Picks beyond the team's actual number of selections are ignored.
Pro Tips
- The top 10 picks are usually the most predictable — nail those for a strong foundation.
- Even if you're off by a few slots you still earn partial credit, so don't leave any pick blank.
- Cross-reference team needs with big board rankings to find the sweet spot.
- Tiebreakers go to whoever submitted first — don't wait until the last minute.
Player Matters
Scoring is purely about which player lands at which pick number. The selecting team is never factored in.
Partial Credit
Close predictions still earn points. Getting the right player a few picks off is better than missing entirely.
Trade-Proof
Draft-night trades move teams around, but the pick slot stays. Your predictions are scored against the final order.