2025 NSL Mock Draft – Analyst Breakdown
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🧱 Round 1, Pick 1 – Ironmongers select Trent Trask
2024 Stats: 28.5 Fantasy Points | 19 Points | 12 Knockouts | 4 Kisses | 4 Assists
A veteran with unfinished business. Trask may have flirted with retirement, but the Ironmongers are banking on his deep playoff experience and raw edge. He tallied 12 knockouts last season despite missing the finale, and his bond with Brandon West and captain Rob DuBois makes him a leadership anchor. If they keep him bought in, this pick could age like granite.
🔥 Round 1, Pick 2 – Buffalo Mafia select Nick Everson
2024 Stats: 37.5 Fantasy Points | 30 Points | 10 Knockouts | 2 Kisses | 2 Assists
Buffalo reloads with Everson, a tactical mind and proven motivator. He delivered in 2024’s limited action, with 30 points and 10 knockouts in just two games. Though his availability remains a question mark, when on the court, he's a cerebral playmaker with upside — and a perfect teammate for developing younger Mafia talent.
⚡ Round 1, Pick 3 – Chaos select Anthony Pineda
2024 Stats: 36.25 Fantasy Points | 32 Points | 7 Knockouts | 3 Kisses | 6 Assists
Chaos stays true to its identity by selecting a playoff warrior. Pineda has been to the brink before and plays like every game is his last. With 32 points and 6 assists, he brings production and a no-nonsense winning mentality. He's a cultural fit with this locker room and could thrive in the Chaos system.
🌊 Round 1, Pick 4 – Armada select Jeff Breen
2024 Stats: 72.5 Fantasy Points | 52 Points | 14 Knockouts | 4 Kisses | 9 Assists
A high-risk, high-reward pick with championship DNA. Breen didn’t quite mesh with Chaos, but his 72.5 fantasy score speaks volumes. Armada’s bet: that they can unlock the best version of him. Even if he only plays two-thirds of the season, his upside is immense and potentially franchise-altering.
🏗️ Round 2, Pick 1 – Ironmongers select Collin Finch
2024 Stats: 38.25 Fantasy Points | 25 Points | 11 Knockouts | 5 Kisses | 2 Assists
Finch is raw, but hungry. A true up-and-comer with a gritty presence, he fits seamlessly with the Ironmongers' blue-collar identity. His 11 knockouts and 5 kisses show he’s got the tools — now he just needs reps. With mentorship from Trask and West, this could be the breakout pick of the draft.
🦬 Round 2, Pick 2 – Mafia select Nate Priester
Past Accolades: Multi-time Champion | Tournament MVP with Philadelphia
A legendary name resurfaces. Priester hasn’t logged 2024 stats, but history tells the story: championship pedigree, a clutch gene, and a fire that few can match. He famously returned to lead Philly over Finger Lakes with an MVP performance. If he’s locked in, this could be a top-5 talent in round 2. Availability remains the only knock.
☄️ Round 2, Pick 3 – Chaos select Jonah Tanner
Pro-Am Champion | Rookie Year
One of the highest-upside rookies in the draft. Tanner enters the league already holding hardware after a Pro-Am title. With Chaos, he joins a familiar crew where his confidence and chemistry will thrive. Look for immediate impact from a player who’s already proving he belongs on the big stage.
⚓ Round 2, Pick 4 – Armada select Zach Raeon
2024 Stats: 32.5 Fantasy Points | 18 Points | 6 Knockouts | 4 Kisses | 5 Assists
Armada goes with a versatile sleeper pick in Raeon — a player whose casual past belies his on-field talent. In limited outings, he still dropped 18 points and proved he can handle pressure. The right structure and coaching could mold him into a key contributor.
🧱 Round 3, Pick 1 – Ironmongers select Eddie Scroxton
2024 Stats: 55.75 Fantasy Points | 46 Points | 11 Knockouts | 5 Kisses | 6 Assists
One of the steals of the draft. Scroxton brings swagger, toughness, and production. His 46 points and 11 knockouts are proof he’s more than just talk — though the chirping is part of his game. A perfect tone-setter for the Ironmongers who won’t miss a match and trains year-round.
🦬 Round 3, Pick 2 – Mafia select Thomas Rhodes
2024 Stats: 85.5 Fantasy Points | 58 Points | 10 Knockouts | 11 Kisses | 7 Assists
An emotional homecoming. Rhodes returns to Buffalo, where he’s happiest and most dangerous. With a massive 85.5 fantasy score and an elite 11 kisses in 2024, he’s one of the league’s most underappreciated players. Mafia nailed this pick — watch for fireworks.
☄️ Round 3, Pick 3 – Chaos select Jake Hnatyszyn
2024 Stats: 33.5 Fantasy Points | 34 Points | 6 Knockouts | 2 Assists
Chaos nabs another system fit in Hnatyszyn — a grinder with a great locker room presence. He’s an ex-Mafia player looking for more reps, and with 34 points in limited time, the tools are there. If given minutes, he could be one of the league’s surprise stars.
⚓ Round 3, Pick 4 – Armada select Matt Johnson
2024 Stats: 9.75 Fantasy Points | 10 Points | 5 Knockouts | 3 Assists
Matty Ice. The nickname says it all. Johnson doesn’t say much, but he shows up in the biggest moments. Though his 2024 numbers don’t jump off the page, his playoff pedigree and calm under fire make him a perfect fit for a stacked Armada roster. Value pick.
🧱 Round 4, Pick 1 – Ironmongers select Nathan Saar
Pro-Am Runner-Up | Rookie Year
The Ironmongers keep stockpiling character and upside with Saar. He finished second in his first Pro-Am and showed poise beyond his years. A natural athlete with a strong mentality, Saar adds depth and future leadership potential to an already dangerous team.
🦬 Round 4, Pick 2 – Mafia select Hunter Barrret
Rookie Year
A pure wildcard. Barrret hasn’t played a league match yet, but internal connections and athleticism make him worth a flyer. If he buys into the Mafia culture, this could be one of those late-round picks that turns into a locker room favorite and situational contributor.
☄️ Round 4, Pick 3 – Chaos select Bryce Deering
Veteran Presence | Limited Availability
Deering’s skill and leadership are undeniable — the only catch is geography. If Chaos gets even a single match from the veteran, it’s a win. He’s the kind of player who makes everyone better and could be a game-changing piece if playoff availability aligns.
⚓ Round 4, Pick 4 – Armada select Danielle Devine
2024 Stats: 51.25 Fantasy Points | 39 Points | 7 Knockouts | 3 Kisses | 5 Assists
Don’t sleep on Danielle Devine. A perennial under-the-radar performer, she brings grit, poise, and stats that stack up with any mid-round pick. Her 39 points and 7 knockouts in 2024 prove she’s more than reliable — she’s quietly dangerous. Armada may have just found another championship piece.