The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in full swing! The Panini Senior Bowl concluded over the weekend with six fantastic National and American Team practices and the All-Star game itself. The Senior Bowl, for many, represents the unofficial start of the exciting pre-draft process.
The Draft Network will be your resource leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. TDN was on site in Mobile to digest the action. We’ve responded with our latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft.
2026 NFL Mock Draft
1. Las Vegas Raiders
The Raiders are incredibly fortunate to possess the No. 1 overall selection in a one-quarterback draft. Fernando Mendoza solidified himself as the Raiders’ pick during his National Championship triumph. Tom Brady, Mark Davis, and John Spytek were in attendance to watch their future quarterback.
2. New York Jets
The Jets are starting from scratch on defense. Aaron Glenn is going to call the defensive plays and hired a new defensive coordinator, but more talent is required to help rescue this unit. Safety Caleb Downs plays a non-premium position, but he’s the best overall prospect in the draft class. Downs makes sense for a Jets defense that requires a from-the-ground-up rebuild, and he could have a Jamal Adams-like impact.
3. Arizona Cardinals
Arvell Reese, LB/EDGE, Ohio State
The Cardinals are heading in a new direction with a new head coach and quarterback. General manager Monti Ossenfort won’t force Kyler Murray’s replacement here, so a veteran bridge quarterback is more likely. Regardless of where he plays, Ohio State hybrid linebacker/EDGE Arvell Reese is a violent front-seven defender with brute force at the point of attack.
4. Tennessee Titans
Robert Saleh is the new head coach of the Titans. That could influence GM Mike Borgonzi to use the fourth selection on a pass rusher. Rueben Bain Jr. has inside-outside versatility. Bain was phenomenal throughout the College Football Playoff and would pair nicely next to Jeffery Simmons.
5. New York Giants
John Harbaugh and the Giants are tasked with investing in Jaxson Dart’s development this offseason. Given Dart’s recurring injury issues throughout his rookie campaign, protecting him and keeping him upright is of the utmost importance. Right tackle Francis Mauigoa would form quite the bookend tandem with Andrew Thomas.
6. Cleveland Browns
Shedeur Sanders is officially a Pro Bowl quarterback! All kidding aside, the Browns may hold a competition at QB between Sanders and either Deshaun Watson, Dillon Gabriel, or another signal-caller from this draft. Whoever wins the job needs more weapons at his disposal. The Browns had a front-row seat to Carnell Tate’s dominance at Ohio State.
7. Washington Commanders
Dan Quinn has hired Daronte Jones to help fix the Commanders’ defense. A pass rusher like David Bailey would go a long way. Bailey possesses the speed and general athleticism needed to develop into a nightmare for the opposition.
8. New Orleans Saints
Tyler Shough looks like a potential franchise quarterback for the Saints. Head coach Kellen Moore is capable of overseeing this offense for years to come. With the aging Alvin Kamara facing an uncertain future, why not draft Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love? Love would complete Moore’s offense while supporting Shough’s development by making his life easier.
9. Kansas City Chiefs
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq is a top-10 talent in this draft regardless of positional value. The Chiefs understand the importance of elite tight end play. Even if the declining Travis Kelce opts to return, Sadiq could have a Colston Loveland-like impact on a stale Chiefs offense.
10. Cincinnati Bengals
Lou Anarumo and Al Golden haven’t been able to fix the mess that is the Bengals’ defense. More talent is what’s required. Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods possesses dominant 3-tech potential, in the mold of Quinnen Williams. Woods would make the Bengals tougher and stouter up the middle.
11. Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins are a team in transition. Jeff Hafley is the new head coach and Bobby Slowik is the offensive coordinator. First-year GM Jon-Eric Sullivan must solve the Tua Tagovailoa problem. Facing a blank slate, the Dolphins go with Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, amidst the Tyreek Hill uncertainty.
12. Dallas Cowboys
Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
The Cowboys just haven’t been able to solve their linebacker woes. Trading for Logan Wilson and Kenneth Murray were not solutions. Drafting Sonny Styles would be, though. Styles is an outstanding athlete with sideline-to-sideline capabilities.
13. Los Angeles Rams (via ATL)
The Rams are licking their wounds from a difficult NFC Championship Game defeat. If Matthew Stafford returns, the Rams will be Super Bowl contenders again in 2026. Addressing the offensive line would be a priority with right tackle Rob Havenstein slated for free agency. Utah’s Spencer Fano would be an instant replacement.
14. Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens hired Jesse Minter to be their new head coach. He’s a defensive-minded leader who prioritizes fielding a productive pass rush. The Ravens lacked that in 2025. Auburn’s Keldric Faulk possesses the body type and upside Minter preferred when he coordinated the Chargers’ defense.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami
Haason Reddick, Lavonte David, and Logan Hall are among the Buccaneers’ pending free agents. Retooling this front seven is a priority for GM Jason Licht. Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor improved his pre-draft stock throughout standout CFP performances. Mesidor will check the size and effort boxes for Todd Bowles.
16. New York Jets (via IND)
Kayden McDonald, IDL, Ohio State
The Jets are tasked with replacing Quinnen Williams after trading him at the deadline. This scenario doubles down on Buckeyes defenders. After taking Caleb Downs at No. 2, the Jets go with Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald here. McDonald is a big-bodied interior defender with impressive movement skills.
17. Detroit Lions
Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling was among the surprise declarations for the 2026 NFL Draft. Freeling is raw, but possesses ideal length while being a plus-level athlete on the edge. The Lions would be a terrific landing spot as a Taylor Decker replacement.
18. Minnesota Vikings
Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Brian Flores re-upped as the Vikings’ defensive coordinator. That’ll make cornerbacks a priority acquisition this offseason. Tennessee’s Jermod McCoy is arguably the best overall corner in the class despite missing the entire 2025 season due to an ACL injury suffered way back in January 2025.
19. Carolina Panthers
Word is the Panthers may consider a wide receiver with a third consecutive first-round pick. Dave Canales is an influential head coach and it’s all about continuing to invest in Bryce Young’s development. Makai Lemon creates easy separation and would complement what Tetairoa McMillan does.
20. Dallas Cowboys (via GB)
Throw the entire 2025 Cowboys defense in the trash. After addressing linebacker earlier, attention shifts to cornerback after the Trevon Diggs generational falloff. Mansoor Delane is a sticky man-coverage cornerback who competes with physicality and reactive athleticism.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers need another weapon at wide receiver opposite D.K. Metcalf, regardless of who the 2026 quarterback is. The hiring of Mike McCarthy will likely influence this pick to be spent on offense. KC Concepcion is a versatile and athletic receiver who generates explosives in the open field.
22. Los Angeles Chargers
Olaivavega Ioane, IOL, Penn State
The Chargers were a mess across the interior of their offensive line. The Mekhi Becton addition backfired miserably and Justin Herbert must be better protected in 2026. Vega Ioane is the best interior prospect in the class and would immediately step into a starting role for new OC Mike McDaniel.
23. Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles are experiencing a peculiar offseason. Their offensive coordinator vacancy hasn’t been attractive to potential candidates. As they continue focusing on reshaping the offense, a succession plan is needed for Lane Johnson at right tackle. Caleb Lomu would be a dependable replacement as a technically polished and pro-ready prospect.
24. Cleveland Browns (via JAX)
New Browns head coach Todd Monken gets his quarterback. Alabama’s Ty Simpson is the second-best QB in the class after Dante Moore didn’t declare, and that should push him toward the first round. Simpson would compete with Shedeur Sanders for the starting gig.
25. Chicago Bears
T.J. Parker was among the most productive EDGE rushers at this year’s Senior Bowl. Parker is athletic with a deadly long-arm and a repertoire of counter moves. The Bears should continue bolstering their pass rush opposite Montez Sweat.
26. Buffalo Bills
Linebacker play was a sore spot for the Bills throughout 2025. Georgia’s CJ Allen is an alpha linebacker who plays downhill with violent intentions. Allen is physical with a high football IQ and the natural instincts needed to make momentum-swinging plays.
27. San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have already confirmed they’re moving on from Brandon Aiyuk this offseason. Jauan Jennings is slated for free agency. Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston has X-receiver size, making it easy to project him into a role opposite Ricky Pearsall.
28. Houston Texans
Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks was among the winners at this year’s Senior Bowl. The Houston Texans are a natural fit for his toughness and production. The Texans could improve the interior of their defensive line, with a prospect like Banks supporting what Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson Jr. achieve on the edges.
29. Los Angeles Rams
Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Cornerback was a recurring weakness for the Los Angeles Rams and it contributed to their divisional round loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Clemson’s Avieon Terrell is a competitor with terrific instincts and disciplined eyes. The brother of Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell, he’d hit the ground running in L.A.
30. Denver Broncos
Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
Linebacker may be the lone weakness of this Denver Broncos defense. They retained coordinator Vance Joseph, who had head coaching interest elsewhere. Joseph would love to get his hands on Cincinnati’s Jake Golday, a linebacker with outstanding size, athleticism, and length.
31. New England Patriots
The Patriots are Super Bowl LX participants, enjoying a terrific turnaround spearheaded by Mike Vrabel. Vrabel will believe there’s room to improve a pass rush that finished tied for 27th in sacks. The Patriots believed in a short-armed Will Campbell last draft cycle and they could repeat that belief in Cashius Howell, who racked up 11.5 sacks despite some length deficiencies.
32. Seattle Seahawks
Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
The Seahawks have a bunch of cornerbacks slated for free agency, including Riq Woolen and Josh Jobe. John Schneider and Mike Macdonald may not be able to keep the entire band together after Super Bowl LX. Brandon Cisse would be a quality replacement. Cisse plays with the explosiveness Macdonald craves in his corners.
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