Although recent rule changes seem to be testing this reality, you can't play college football indefinitely.

The next stage of a career is the professional ranks, and 256 individuals will soon be selected in the 2025 NFL draft. Hundreds of others will sign as undrafted free agents and chase the NFL dream.

But their departures create voids on college rosters.

Looking at the 2025 draft cycle, six programs have produced the greatest amount of high-end talent. None of these schools are a true surprise, and several teams—Georgia and Ohio State, chief among them—have annually highlighted this category in recent memory.

While these players are replaceable, they undoubtedly leave significant holes to fill on the depth chart.

Georgia Bulldogs

Based on current perceptions, Georgia should have three players chosen in the first round of the draft.

All-American safety Malaki Starks is rated as the fourth-best prospect of the cycle, according to the latest update from B/R's NFL Scouting Department. Behind him, the Dawgs have linebacker Jalon Walker (ranked 21st overall) and edge-rusher Mykel Williams (25th).

Georgia must replace Tate Ratledge (49th), a three-year starter at right guard, and center Jared Wilson (106th) on the offensive line.

Rounding out the players from UGA in B/R's Top 150 are linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (103th) and cornerback Daylen Everette (119th).

More prospects to know include wide receiver Arian Smith, offensive guard Dylan Fairchild, offensive tackle Xavier Truss, defensive tackle Nazir Stackhouse and safety Dan Jackson, among others.

Michigan Wolverines

Because the Maize and Blue had a disappointing year, it might be unexpected to read about their elite NFL prospects.

Given that Michigan won a national title in the 2023 season, however, that's probably not a shock to you, either. Jim Harbaugh and the previous coaching staff left plenty of talent in Ann Arbor.

Defensive tackle Mason Graham (second) and cornerback Will Johnson (fifth) are first-round locks, and tight end Colston Loveland (13th) isn't far behind. Defensive tackle Kenneth Grant (36th) is a Day 1 possibility, giving the Wolverines a real chance at having the most opening-round picks.

Edge-rusher Josaiah Stewart (99th) and running back Kalel Mullings (121st) also appear on B/R's rankings.

Running back Donovan Edwards and offensive lineman Josh Priebe are worth monitoring as well.

Ohio State Buckeyes

Might want to take a mental breath here.

Ohio State looks destined for an enormous draft cycle, starting with wideout Emeka Egbuka (12th). Offensive tackle Josh Simmons (27th) is another top prospect, provided his injury rehab goes well.

Edge-rusher JT Tuimoloau (39th) and defensive tackle Tyleik Williams (43rd) are Day 2 options. Considering how Jack Sawyer (77th) became especially impactful during the College Football Playoff, the edge-rusher may be poised to rise in the next rankings.

Running backs TreVeyon Henderson (68th) and Quinshon Judkins (70th), cornerback Denzel Burke (71st), center Seth McLaughlin (74th) offensive guard/tackle Donovan Jackson (86th) and safety Lathan Ransom (91st) are soundly in the Day 2 conversation. Plus, the value of the position moves quarterback Will Howard (130th) into that discussion.

The record for most players selected in a single draft, by the way, is 15. Ohio State may approach that number in 2025.

Ole Miss Rebels

Not since 2017 has Ole Miss celebrated a first-round selection, but a few players could end that streak.

Wide receiver Tre Harris (ninth) and defensive tackle Walter Nolen (18th) are strong Day 1 contenders. Edge-rusher Princely Umanmielen (35th) is certainly in that conversation, too.

At the very least, the Rebels are trending toward the program's most productive draft year since 2016.

Ole Miss' other key prospects are cornerback Trey Amos (44th), quarterback Jaxson Dart (75th), linebacker Chris Paul Jr. (108th) and edge-rusher Jared Ivey (124th). Wide receiver Antwane Wells, defensive tackle JJ Pegues and tight end Caden Prieskorn are also in consideration.

Oregon Ducks

Oregon lacks a top-tier prospect, but there's no shortage of NFL talent leaving the Ducks this offseason.

The headliners are offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. (26th) and defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (30th). They're the most likely candidates to give Oregon a sixth straight cycle with a first-round selection.

Wide receiver Tez Johnson (63rd), linebacker Jeffrey Bassa (95th), offensive tackle Ajani Cornelius (112th), quarterback Dillon Gabriel (117th), cornerback Jabbar Muhammad (125th) and safety Tysheem Johnson (149th) are the Ducks' mid-round prospects in B/R's Top 150.

Running back Jordan James, tight end Terrance Ferguson, edge-rusher Jordan Burch and defensive tackle Jamaree Caldwell each deserve a mention. Burch, in particular, may climb the rankings.

Texas Longhorns

Texas is a strong place to finish.

All-American cornerback Jahdae Barron (17th) leads an extensive group of Horns headed to the NFL. Left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. (31st) is a highly respected prospect as well.

The next wave begins with receivers Matthew Golden (46th) and Isaiah Bond (52nd), though offensive tackle Cam Williams (65th) may surpass them. Defensive tackle Alfred Collins (84th), tight end Gunnar Helm (88th), safety Andrew Mukuba (98th) and quarterback Quinn Ewers (102nd) grade out as hovering in the Day 2 range.

Along with center Jake Majors (135th), offensive guard Hayden Conner, edge-rusher Barryn Sorrell, defensive tackle Vernon Broughton and linebacker David Gbenda are on the radar.