The National Football League (NFL) has announced that two teams will forfeit their original fifth-round selections in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Atlanta Falcons and San Francisco 49ers were hit with penalties due to infractions related to payroll accounting and anti-tampering policies, respectively.
The Falcons are facing disciplinary action for violating the league’s rules on tampering, which prohibits teams from making unauthorized contact with free agents or their representatives during the offseason. This infraction resulted in the loss of their original fifth-round pick in the 2025 Draft.
Meanwhile, the 49ers forfeited their selection due to an administrative payroll accounting error. The team has since taken steps to correct the issue and avoid future discrepancies.
As the NFL Draft approaches, these forfeits could impact the teams’ ability to strengthen their rosters with talented prospects. The Falcons, in particular, may need to rely on compensatory picks or alternative trades to address their draft needs.
Source: https://www.nfl.com/news/five-round-2025-nfl-mock-draft-round-5