The 2026 NFL Mock Draft Guide

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Ahhh– 2026… The first (and only other) back-to-back title attempt by the Seattle Seahawks since the prime “Legion of Boom” days. No need to harken back, or whatever ya’ll do, since the Hawks are forging a new trail in history!

The title defense is but one storyline, as it will be fascinating to see how each of the 31 other clubs adjust, prune and reload their teams in the upcoming NFL draft. Let’s take a second to remind ourselves that the NFL is a copycat league, but not a hive-mind. There will be players taken shockingly higher or lower than Mel Kiper told us they would. Did you see what the Bengals did?!

I had a cool twist that I was excited for months to reveal in my final mock draft… I had a feeling that the plateauing Cinci Bengals could be in a position to take a big swing with a blockbuster trade involving the New York Giants. They just need a new vibe in that building. That happened, just not the way that I thought it would.

Then, five days before the draft, they swung for a nose tackle instead. Well… ok.

Mock drafts can feel as, or more futile than a March Madness bracket… the only difference here is that each successive pick is based on results of the previous picks before it. It’s like a long, winding corridor of dominoes. Each organization is operating as a self-serving agent of chaos to the very foundation of this hypothetical chain reaction. With that in mind, I sought to create something as adaptable as each GM’s gameplan has to be. This year’s draft seems to be as unpredictable and combustible as ever, with factors such as NIL and a lack of elite prospects proving to be silent influencers in the shape of this list of NFL prospects.

You’ll see draft pick predictions for each team, followed by a list of 1-3 (4 in special cases) other strong positional considerations (in parentheses, after my actual prediction). The more question marks, the more likely/tempting I think that alternate pick is. Consider this somewhat of a draft strategy roadmap for each team.

I didn’t include any projected trades this time around, but there could be plenty. Dallas and New York (J) could swap 12 and 16, respectively. Arizona and Buffalo could easily trade 25 and 34 (2nd). Minnesota and Pittsburgh could collaborate to move 18 and 21, respectively. With such an unpredictable and even draft class, I just decided to handle it straight-up this year. Trades could return next year.

Let’s get into it…

1. Las Vegas Raiders – Fernando Mendoza, QB (EDGE?) A player they’ve absolutely had their eyes on for a while now. Lock it in. Even if there were pass rushers worthy of this spot, the Raiders will not be reconstructing the new roster just chasing the exact same style it was built to last time out. Geno Smith and Pete Carroll are gone, but new Coach Klint Kubiak carries on the Seattle sentiments in the city of sin. Mendoza piloted the 16-0 Indiana team that won a shocking national title while never trailing in the CFP. As for individual accolades, the young passer won the Heisman for his outstanding season before earning the CFPNC-OPOY against a team that denied him as a walk-on. His size, accuracy, toughness and determination should make him an intriguing potential franchise guy to pair with Kubiak. Raiders minority owner and galvanizing force, Tom Brady is on record as being a fan of his. In some of the interviews and appearances I’ve seen, Mendoza cites pocket movement as his biggest area that needs improvement moving forward… good, because this offensive line was BRUTAL last season. While the team that came from Oak-Town fielded a bottom-8 scoring defense, the offense came in last in both yards and scoring in 2025, so that takes precedent. They might even go QB at 1, use Crosby to get back into the 1st round to get an EDGE to expedite the transition to a 3-4 formation or a CB to make all rushers’ jobs easier. Advance the reign of Egon Durben.

Fernando Mendoza for Esquire. pic.twitter.com/Jfvsky1rx1
— Raider Posts (@RaiderPosts) April 13, 2026

2. New York Jets – Arvell Reese, EDGE / LB (DB?) The Jets need an EDGE and an off-ball LB…why not kill two birds with one Manhattan Schist stone? A splash player with speed who allows Aaron Glenn to get creative with his formations. This was, after all, the first team to record zero INT’s over the course of a season. Is it embarrassing that it happened with a former defensive back as head coach? The answer is yes. Trading DE/EDGE Jermaine Johnson for NT T’Vondre Sweat reinforced their push to a 3-4 defensive scheme. After recording the lowest total of sacks in the AFC last year (26), they could acquire the Swiss Army Knife in Reese to pick up the bookend on outside rusher to pair with McDonald IV. End these depressing stats… Bailey here? They pick the 20-year-old who brings versatility and better run defense than Bailey. Emphasis on that last sentence, especially with WMIV looking like a pass rush specialist himself. This kid is a ball of clay… he isn’t even close to the player he could be! He’s the choice, and I’m not accepting any alternatives. The Jets can easily leverage their three 1st-Rounds picks in 2027 to find a franchise QB if their free agent attempts this year fizzle out.

3. Arizona Cardinals – Francis Mauigoa, OT (HB? S?? EDGE????) Bain or Bailey after they managed the 3rd-lowest sack total (30) in 2025???? Only if they cut Baron Browning? That might not be too taxing of a transaction. This team feels like it has always had stars on the D-line and little else (besides the incomparable Larry Fitzgerald). This would be a departure from all of that. What about Darius Robinson? What about Jordan Burch? Coaches and front offices have to rely on development in some spots. Mauigoa is a bully on the right edge of the offense, with measurements comparable to All-World Detroit RT, Penei Sewell. If nothing else, he is a player that can help set the (nasty) tone in the desert. Wilkinson’s signing at RT doesn’t preclude them from taking a tackle high. Could slide Wilkinson inside to guard, as he did when he played for the red birds on a 1-year stint in 2023. Square that offense away while you have an offensive coach. If Reese is here, that might change things. I think I’d go him, with plans to create a hybrid position for his skill set.

4. Tennessee Titans – Sonny Styles, LB (HB?? EDGE????) This is where things get very, very interesting. Love?? To lift Cam Ward and the offense. Bain Jr.???? To diversify and prestige the pass rush. Styles gives Saleh his Warner! Calvin Johnson type measurable at linebacker is wild! A Fred Warner / Azeez Al-Shaair / Nick Emmanwori comp? Since Tenekee spent on offense in FA (Robinson/Bellinger/OL) to assure the continued improvement of Cam Ward, it frees them up to take a dynamic defender here. The very uniquely suited Styles, and the ferocious Bain are available and likely considerations.

5. New York Giants – Jeremiyah Love, HB (MLB? WR??? CB????) It feels like a receiver, even with Nabers’ injury status, would be outside of the bounds of a first, Harbaugh-led salvo (especially even higher than they took ‘Leek). There hasn’t been a running back taken in the top 5 since Saquon Barkley in 2018. Joe Schoen must attain poetic justice and get a player that can transform the offense into a truly balanced threat. Love’s explosive run rate (~20%) and 10-yard split (1.49s) place him in company with backs like Chris Johnson, Jahmyr Gibbs and Jonathan Taylor (according to the McShay Show podcast). He’s tough, elusive and creative, chat. The Big Blue offense would have a very talented array of young stars with this move. Let’s remember that the 2000’s G-Men thrived with the three-headed rushing attack of “Earth, Wind and Fire” that were personified by Brandon Jacobs, Ahmad Bradshaw and Derrick Ward. That could be revitalized in the team up of Cam Skattebo, Love and either of Tyrone Tracey/Devin Singletary. Ward was the 3rd fiddle, but even he rushed for 1K at one point! So did Tracey, in his rookie year, but that could also make him a young and valuable trade chip. They can scoop another highly regarded collegiate player with the 10th pick.

6. Cleveland Browns – Caleb Downs, S (OT??? WR????) I don’t believe in taking Freeling at 6… he has rare athleticism but is incredibly raw. “Georgia’s passing game was heavily built on play action and screens, which allowed Freeling to partake in just 95 true pass sets all season. That ranked just barely among the top 200 tackles in the country”. Cleveland also (reportedly) passed on Tetairoa McMillan last year because of (in part) his decision not to take part in most pre-draft testing, as well as a 4.53 40 time. That’s the same time that Carnell Tate ran this year. Sure, you could say T-Mac’s success could change their whole philosophy, but the counterargument is Marvin Harrison Jr. in Arizona. There doesn’t seem to be a sure-thing, elite WR or OT prospect here. BPA has Cleveland taking the #1 or #2 player in the draft. A dynamic chess piece that can help fortify the seam, strengthen against the outside run and force offenses into pass situations against the generational Myles Garrett sounds like a great idea to me. It’s another form of supporting the offense… as seen by the (admittedly generational) Seahawks title team this year. They can use their second 1st (24th overall) to trade up for another elite prospect at OT or WR (2nd?) or EDGE (3rd?). Bringing back Hickman and taking an EDGE might complete this defense in a way that could stick it to Jim Schwartz. Here they take a unicorn of a safety who can play in the box and even function as a slot/LB, à la Emmanwori in Seattle? He could displace either Myles Harden or Quincy Williams in different scenarios. Mayhem ensues…

7. Washington Commanders – David Bailey, EDGE (CB? WR???) Dan Quinn has been around some great pass rushers: DeMarcus Lawrence, Micah Parsons, Dwight Freeney, Vic Beasley (*ahem*), Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett to name a few. The Washington Football Team was bottom-10 in pressure rate last year (24th, with a 32.5% mark). Von Miller led the team in sacks last year, so they went out and got Odafe Oweh and K’Lavon Chaisson. A premier rusher also has the chance to drop to them here at 7, and the defense will be all the better for it in a potential switch to more 3-4 alignments (seems like all the rage these days) under new DC, Daronte Jones. Charles Omenihu and Deatrich Wise Jr. can slide inside as DE’s to compliment Daron Payne, Jer’Zhan Newton, Tim Settle and Javon Kinlaw. Jones’ pressure-heavy scheme could lead to WAS prioritizing upgrades/insurance at corner as well. David Bailey is a destructive unit who harbors an explosive first step. Brian Burns comp? Is D.C. going to get baited into trading up with the Cards to make this happen?! I wouldn’t. Go get a top receiver, to support Jayden Daniels and Scary Terry in the 2nd.

8. New Orleans Saints – Carnell Tate, WR (CB? EDGE???) I think Alvin Kamara is retiring, ya’ll. Don’t quote me. Nola used a rare contract mechanism to convert a bulk of his contract to a signing bonus. Drafting another WR across from Chris Olave on day 2 would give this offense explosive capability. Don’t look now, but the Saints also have a refreshed, young and talented offensive line and a promising young OROY QB. Full speed ahead! NOLA opts against defense to continuing building an airborne arsenal for Tyler Shough and Kellen Moore to express themselves with. Don’t let it all be on Etienne (no… go back! It’s ay-chan!). The selection is TATE! The dude from Ohio State who may very well go at 6 or 8. Here, the Saint get the gift of an agile, long-limbed WR1 who can challenge deep. He had an 86% contested catch rate in his final season on an ADOT of 14.6 yards. He can also pose as an adequate blocker for the ground game. I’ve seen comps for him in the realm of Olave/Pickens/Ridley. Even though Cam Jordan is gone, if Delane were here, they’d consider adding him to the group of Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley.

9. Kansas City Chiefs – Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE / DL (OL? CB/S?? TE???) The first team since the Jamarcus Russell-led Raiders (16 years ago) to post three consecutive games of 170 yards or less… that’s why Ken Walker (😔) is in town (10 runs of 20+ yards; compared to the Chiefs’ combined 1 from the running back room). They could also take Kelce’s heir apparent if they feel good about Kenyon Sadiq. Need another guard to feel like you have strong depth… maybe one who has also played a little tackle??? Fano as an underrated option here??? This is HUGE as recent KC teams are not used to picking anywhere close to this high. Take a guy who has the potential to be special. Bain led the nation with 83 pressures but is doubted due to shorter than ideal arm length. Are we asking the right question, detective? That’s an iRobot line for ya. Melvin Ingram comp? KC knows that name well. Make life easier on an expectedly young set of DB’s as KC starts over in the defensive backfield. They are usually good at finding hidden gems at CB later in the draft. It feels like edge rusher is a shallower pool than both the corners and wideouts this year. This guy can also kick inside to rush in different alignments, giving this front a lot of flexibility with all of their recent draft picks on the edge. Khyris Tonga was a nice signing, but this would allow a lot of versatility in term of down and distance (and some nastiness to the defensive front). They also have a second 1st-Rounder, the 29th overall pick.

10. New York Giants (via CIN) – Mansoor Delane, CB (WR?) With the security of another top 10 pick (5, earlier), the New York Football Giants can take a major swing on offense and still get an impact defender. Flott is gone and they tried to deal for Trent McDuffie before the former Chief was sent to LA. They need cover men to actually make use of their insane depth at pass rusher. How about a technician with the lowest catch rate allowed? A press man-coverage specialist who is compared to Quinyon Mitchell. Oh, the guy can also defend the run. Now just imagine if the Bengals had traded this pick to get into position to take Jeremiyah Love. Marcus Freeman, when discussing Love’s receiving ability, boldly proclaimed that, “I think he could be an elite wide receiver”. It could’ve made the Cincinnati offense multi-dimensional. I don’t understand the Bengals… but I’ll keep watching. If they win a ring, I’ll have egg on my face.

Trading the 10th overall pick, even in a “down” draft year, for a DT who is about to turn 29, is absolute madness. pic.twitter.com/wDF5cUwE6Z
— Aaron Nagler (@AaronNagler) April 19, 2026

11. Miami Dolphins – Makai Lemon, WR (CB/S?? OG???) With a lot of draft capital and tons of needs, the ‘Fins can really just let the draft fall to them. Did you know that nobody on the current Miami Dolphins roster is making more than $7.8M 🤯. They enlist an intelligent, route-oriented slot-receiver who has received Amon-Ra St. Brown / Golden Tate comps. Yall say he was acting “strange” at the combine; I say some people communicate in mannerisms different than what your upbringing exposed you to 🤷🏾‍♂️ that goes for us all. Despite that, he’s a DAWG who can take a dump-off pass for a chunk gain. He was the 2025 Biletnikoff Award winner, named the nation’s top wide receiver. Give the young, talented & developing, but unproven QB (Malik Willis) a target who can get open quickly and closer to the middle of the field. Spencer Fano as all-time swing OL??? Don’t give up on Jonah Savaiinaea (or his name) quite yet! But do give him so good competition later in the draft. They can use their second 1st-Rounder (30th overall) to address a need on the other side of the ball. Willis needs help to not just absolutely drown out there with a team of Costco hospitality members. Okay, that was harsh… but the Dolphins’ constant tear downs and rebuilds need to be studied. The Miami brain trust (that are former Packers Lieutenants) need a show of force behind Willis at this point. Where is the hope for some point-scoring potential? Remember when they put up 70 on the Denver Broncos? 😭

12. Dallas Cowboys – Jermod McCoy, CB (EDGE?? OT???) It feels like they need a corner and an EDGE in their two 1st’s. Use this to trade UP for an EDGE?? They were in on Maxx Crosby… they’d love if Bain slid to this slot. His teammate, Mesidor (as well as T.J. Parker) could be considered if they have J.M. medically flagged, but Dallas would be in better position with their next pick. This dude could either face a precipitous fall in the draft due to medical (Will Johnson from last year?) or, if teams are comfortable, could go top five? A corner who could’ve slid due to bad 40-yard dash testing… due to injury recovery… but dusted all outstanding doubts by recording a 4.38. It was then flagged that he could need another surgery. This, after he missed the entire ‘25 season with a torn ACL. McCoy is a big, physical cover man with closing speed. He’s an absolute ball hawk, but he may need recovery time. New DC, Christian Parker was quoted as saying, “We still want to be fast and aggressive, but I will say, there’s a premium on instincts, there’s a premium on the brain,” Parker said of his ideal Cowboys defenders. “At different spots, they have to handle a different mental workload in terms of where their eyes have to be. You want guys to be able to process those things quickly”. Jermod’s scouting report on NFL Draft Buzz describes him as “instinctive”, with “exceptional football IQ”. Trevon Diggs is gone, and Jermod McCoy is the type of risky player that Jerrah hasn’t been afraid to take before (Parsons also sat out his final year of college play, Jaylon Smith missed his entire rookie year). If it hits, Cobie Durant could man the slot, DaRon Bland can play dime (along with Jalen Thompson) and outside, while McCoy takes the other outside position. Young dudes, Shavon Revel Jr. and Caelen Carson get more time to develop (Durant on a 1-year contract) and fill in where necessary. SRJ, in particular may have a window near the beginning of the season to earn season-long PT. You also have experienced vets such as Derion Kendrick and Corey Ballentine as reserves. McCoy, however, when in the swing of things again, has great potential on a defense that may often be dragged into shootouts by Dak Prescott. The ‘Boys will draft a tackle at some point. They also hold the 20th overall pick!

13. Los Angeles Rams – Jordyn Tyson, WR (QB? TE?? CB??? OT????) I ORIGINALLY had Fano here, with conviction!!!! Ultimately, the squeeze of an all-in season, along with us all witnessing a short-armed OT get absolutely wrecked and embarrassed by the Seahawks, and topped with a side of mismatch fit in run scheme made the pick eat away at me every day. I finally changed it. Pairing the Rams with Jordyn Tyson is mighty, mighty enticing… to combat the massive deal that Puca will get (and was accelerated by JSN’s deal), as well as the eventual decline of Davante Adams (they already tried to trade him)? Apparently, they tried to go get Tetairoa McMillan last year, even after signing Adams. They pursued A.J. Brown this offseason, in some capacity. Tyson is a versatile and quicker-than-fast route artist who can highpoint and create RAC with his tenacity. He draws comps to Terry McLaurin / Jaxon Smith-Njigba / Stefon Diggs. He does have injury question surrounding him, after missing time each of the last three years. He could compliment Puka and DA well. There’s also this from SumerSports (via TheRams .com): “Tyson’s route tree at ASU was diverse, as he ran eight different routes at least 7% of the time”. Los Angeles is not used to picking this high, and I’m mad that Atlanta helped it happen… here’s why I’m mad, and why I’d pick something other than WR: Fratt Stafford won MVP with the current collection of players at his disposal. There are some young WR’s and TE’s on the rise. The biggest reason, however, is that it could be both serendipitous and fortuitous, especially right after Havenstein retired. Warren McClendon filled in well at times… but there is this, according to A-To-Z Sports: “From Week 16 to the NFC Conference Championship Game, McClendon averaged 23 “true passing sets” against teams the Rams couldn’t hide him from. He allowed 17 of his 24 pressures during this stretch and both of his sacks. When the competition picked up and the Rams couldn’t hide him as much, McClendon’s production skyrocketed. His 17 pressures allowed during that stretch were among the highest figures of any OT in the NFL, and his 1-on-1 sack total (three) and 1-on-1 pressure total (13) were both among the highest marks in the NFL, tying Bobby Hart in sacks allowed and narrowly beating out Josh Fryar’s 16 pressures. Additionally, his 3-second time to pressure was the fourth-quickest in the league among tackles with over 150 pass blocks in that stretch, just behind Pittsburgh’s Dylan Cook and New England’s Will Campbell (including that awful Super Bowl performance).” The entire Rams offensive line are in contract years… except for LT, Alaric Jackson, who has two more years. I know they want to win now, but think about the future of this offense. LA’s two guards are both going into contract years. The Fano pick would allow LAR to fear no o-line injury in an all-in year. Even so, I HAD to RECONSIDER (I read some liter…ature on the subject), as Tyson could be the best wideout in this draft, and seems to have McVay-specific qualities (like route-running precision, toughness, contested-catch ability and size). He even LOOKS like a half black version of Cooper Kupp! Look up my boy and tell me I’m lyin’.
14. Baltimore Ravens – Spencer Fano, OL (DT? TE?? WR???) I know Vega Ioane is the popular pick here. If this were the John Harbaugh-fronted Ravens then that would easily have been the pick. A lot of Baltimore fans have Ioane on their wish lists, but he doesn’t seem as perfect of a match for new OC Declan Doyle’s wide zone run scheme experience. After all this, the 14 spot isn’t Vegas or Vega. There’s a good shot that the Ravens take whoever the Rams don’t take between Tyson and Fano. Sadiq or Tyson as elite weapons? Could go after a lineman with this kind of sentiment from the coach. New HC Jesse Minter saw Jim Harbaugh and team invest the #5 overall pick in Joe Alt, before injuries derailed the LA Bolts’ season. Andrew Vorhees is currently set to compete to start at one guard spot (scary)… but Baltimore let Faalele walk, who earned a higher PFF grade than Vorhees (two more pressures and one more sack, on 42 more snaps). Meanwhile, 2024 UDFA, Corey Bullock is penciled in as an entrant in the starting center role… former starter, Tyler Linderbaum (via The Lounge Podcast before last season) called Bullock “physical, tough – and he’s a smart guy, too. So, if anything happens, I’m totally comfortable with him going in at that position and playing at a high level”. If he can’t, B-More signed two vets to stabilize the position with competition. Fano is a try-hard fluid mover who could see his skillset blossom in a wide zone offensive attack. Can he improve his play strength. He scored the lowest allowed pressure rate in the draft. He’s been talked about as an elite possible conversion to the center position. We may need to hold a few horses before relegating him inside. He also has the ability to act as an outside zone RT. Fano, ultimately, can transition to guard or center to buttress the offense with his movement skills and tenacity. He could add an element of speed to the second level on duo blocks, while extending running lanes for the dynamic duo of Jackson and Henry. I’m no PI, but I believe this was in relation to friction with Todd Monken. Look at the difference now. Zay Flowers does need some help on the outside, but that can come later.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Akheem Mesidor, EDGE (S? LB?? OG/C???) Akheem Mesidor is an older prospect, but that matters little, as this regime is in win-now mode. He is explosive and instinctive as an outside EDGE. The D-Line is (hopefully) healthy and now reinforced with a couple of vets. This pick would create a strong rotation in front of a young (but talented) secondary. GM, Jason Licht when discussing (at the NFL Combine) what the team is emphasizing for the coming season: “You have to pressure the quarterback in order to have success, so whether that is a D-tackle or outside linebacker in our case, even inside linebacker,” said Licht. “I would say our front seven will be something that we need to focus on”. Get this defense some teeth so that Todd Bowles has no excuse but to succeed as a defensive scheme expert on the hot seat. A top shelf running mate for Alex Anzalone was also alluded to and has to be a thought here. AA is the Will/Mo linebacker (usually a coverage specialist), and Tampa needs a Mike backer (a thumper) to step up. Lavonte David is a Tampa legend, as one of just 3 men over the last 30 years to record 1,000+ tackles, 40+ sacks and 35+ takeaways. The other two are Ray Lewis and Brian Urlacher. Do they find the next one here? C.J. Allen??? Remember when these dudes came into Lumen and took the eventual Super Bowl champions to OT and came out victorious in a nail-biting barn-burner? It was the only team who Seattle did not beat in the 2025 season.

16. New York Jets – Olaivavega Ioane, OG (QB? DB??? WR????) *See 2nd overall pick for additional needs* The Jets hold the most high-value draft capital in the league. This isn’t the first time. Can they spend it right? After taking a supreme pass rusher (Reese) early, NY can use their second 1st-Rounder (16th overall) on an offensive piece to aid Geno: possibly either an OG or WR. The green team in Gotham had the 6th-most drops from wideouts, while being targeted the 7th-fewest amount of times 😧 none had more than 400 yards through the air. Cooper Jr. had just 5 drops in three collegiate seasons, so he is a contender here. If that aforementioned power trio is gone, they could choose to wait and attack in the 2nd. Then the Jets would have clear runway for a player like Ioane to beef the blocking unit. Vega Ioane is an absolute finisher of a mauling guard who hails from Graham, WA. New OC, Frank Reich, ran inside run concepts (inside zone and duo) as ~62% of his rush attempts on the last two years that he was a play caller. League average is ~45%. A gap player like Ioane could be a great fit here. Tippman (66 PFF grade) could move back to center to utilize his mobility on duo blocks (think Jason Kelce in the designation and ability to climb to the second level), making Josh Myers (53 PFF grade and 3rd most in both pressures allowed and penalties charged with among centers) a depth piece on the inside. I mean, PFF isn’t everything… but J.M.’s grade from them registered as the 2nd-worst for any C in pro football. It would be an impressive commitment to the trenches that would echo back to Glenn’s experience in Detroit. They can acquire a receiving threat on day 2 (two 2nd-rounders and a 3rd) and even flip a late round pick for an established player. Avieon Terrell as a final piece in the slot for the defense??? Could the Cowboys be a target trade-up partner (12th overall) to aid the Jets in securing on of the top triumvirate of wideouts in this class?

17. Detroit Lions – Kadyn Proctor, OT (DT? EDGE??? LB????) The Motor City lost its OT2 (Taylor Decker) and OT3 (Dan Skipper). Larry Borom was signed as a solid option to start, but adding a player with big upside here could solidify the outside blocking in a way that already exists for the interior of the offensive line. Legendary Detroit swing tackle, the previously discussed Skipper, is now on staff to help develop a 6th lineman (be it Borom or a draft pick). Proctor is a big and power-centric gap scheme-friendly OT with surprising agility. Gap scheme is exactly what the D(2roit) likes to do on O. Oh, and he can do this. Proctor never had a full and healthy spring in college and dealt with three coaching changes. An NFL staff could feel like there’s more juice that makes it worth the squeeze to start the back half of the round. With only one (or two, depending on how you view Fano) true OT off the board so far, The Lions get their pick of styles in this scenario. Faulk or Parker, to truly load the D-line with potential???? D-Hutch had 16 sacks and is a perennial DPOY candidate at this point. No other edge rusher on the Detroit roster had more than 3 sacks last season, bruh. Fans may be uneasy about the secondary, as they have 4 CB’s that are free agents after the season and 2 safeties who could face long roads back from injury this year. Good thing they signed Chuck Clark, Christian Izien and Roger McCreary to fortify… The starting corners are good, and they are some young (cheap) and promising prospects at both safety and slot defender. Avonte Maddox, Thomas Harper and Ennis Rakestraw are wild cards. The Lions are in good shape with depth and interchangeability.

18. Minnesota Vikings – Dillon Thieneman, S (WR? LB??) This team feels like it lacks depth everywhere on the roster… it was also the worst team in the league at drafting defensive value (the lowest in PFF’s “Approximate Value over expectation” (AVoe) stat) over the last four years. A trade back to pick up extra ammo feels feasible in a pivotal year for Kevin O’Connell, Kyler Murray and team. Downs is the dream replacement for the possibly retiring Harrison Smith. No chance he is available at all. Let’s hit a line drive with your interim GM. Here I have them selecting the movable piece that is Dillon Thieneman. Because of the above challenges in the area of drafting for Brian Flores’ defense, a member of the secondary who can make others better and erase mistakes might hold true value (that transcends positional value). This is a player that is used to taking on multiple roles, which could go far in a defense where even safeties have lined up at the nose position. Now, would the Vikes rather have McNeil-Warren and his size, range and physicality to compliment Joshua Metellus for two-high disguising? Either would be Flores’ answer to Nick Emmanwori in Seattle, Antoine Winfield Jr. in Tampa and Kyle Hamilton in Baltimore that allows him to get creative as a versatile safety / slot / box defender. Frees up Flo’ to mix things up with both D.T. and B.M.J. and his exotic blitzes. Which, if any, does Minny consider good enough to overcome this stat. (via The Viking Age): “Not since 2014 has a safety who was selected with the No. 18 pick or later in the first round in the NFL Draft gone on to earn at least one Pro Bowl selection in their pro career. Ha Ha Clinton-Dix, who was drafted with the 21st overall pick in 2014 by the Green Bay Packers, is the last safety to accomplish this”. That’s not a joke (but it could easily be), look it up. If the Jonathan Greenard trade rumors come to fruition, Keldric Faulk could slot in here nicely as a moveable piece to rush the passer from the outside and as a down DE. Colton Hood is a sneaky pick for them here; all three of the starting corners are 28+. Christian Wilkins to reunite with Brian Flores? As Dolphins coach, the former New England lieutenant called Wilkins, “the face of what we want to be about”. Only if he agrees not to kiss any teammates doe… Switch with CLE at 24 (who may want Freeling or Cooper Jr. before CAR and DAL)?! Just before division rival, and fellow safety-needy Bears? Thieneman is someone to help in the chess matches with Caleb Williams, Jordan Love and Jared Goff. The presence of teams like the Panthers and Chargers could convince them just to stick and pick their guy.

19. Carolina Panthers – Kenyon Sadiq, TE (CB?? OT???) A team that felt like it took a big step in the right direction last year… they hit on some picks and made it to the playoffs. The question remains: Is QB, Bryce Young still the guy? Tight End, Kenyon Sadiq to further strengthen the arsenal and isolate the answer? He holds similar allure as the freaky Vernon Davis did back in the Niners’ Harbaugh heyday. I had Freeling here for the longest time, based on BPA. I was going back and forth, and this kid may or may not have convinced me about the fit and to tip over the edge of the fence I was sitting on. My COUNTERARGUMENT is that offensive tackle is the smart long-term choice. All four of the OT’s currently on the roster could be gone next year (Ekwonu due to expiring contract right after a serious injury, Walker due to uncertain fit as a FA signing, Moton due to age, Forsythe due to ineffectiveness). I have respect for all former Seahawks, but you cannot go into a hopeful season being one injury away from starting Stone Forsythe — respectfully. Bryce Young cannot be under pressure this year. In addition, through week 7 of this past season, 5th-Round rookie Mitchell Evans was PFF’s highest-graded first year player in the league. Having said that, he hasn’t yet proven to be a game-breaker. Sadiq can go top 20 with his threat of speed and route acumen. Can be an effort blocker despite his smaller size at the position? That’s a maybe and a passion project. One thing we did see, is that Sadiq put Abdul Carter on his back during the Big 10 Championship in ‘24. He’s lined up out wide, in the slot, as an in-line TE, as an H-back, wildcat QB, and as a tailback. Freeling has uncanny athleticism, but can he add strength to deal with the power of NFL defensive linemen? I still think that if Jonathon Brooks can make a recovery to the levels of being a featured part of the offense, he could benefit from a turn towards more zone running than all of the gap mauling that Carolina has an aptitude for. For a team that is paying for a good offensive line in some parts, getting more cost-controlled rookie contracts in place could be very beneficial. Call it a smart leverage and future-planning play. There is something to be said for not ruining and demotivating the unique angles of an injured player and a 1-year prove-it contract tackle on the cheap, however. See how back and forth this convo is?! Ultimately, if Canales and Dan Morgan (both former Seattle guys) are thinking more urgently short term to give B.Y. one more shot to show what he’s got, then Sadiq might be the pick. Survival is a helluva motivator. Canales went on record to say: “We’re changing things in our offense to fit Bryce, and we’re trying to bring players that will complement what Bryce does. It was something that Dan and I had talked about throughout really the last two years – Bryce’s ability to perform in critical situations and in high-stakes situations. And feeling our responsibility to build a team that puts itself in those high-stakes moments where he can perform and come through”. AND ALSO, this quote from Morgan about a home run threat at WR: “I do think that’s something that we are missing on our offense a little bit—is where we can just get the ball out to a guy and he can take a 5-yard catch and take it the distance, or make a few guys miss and come up with a big play”. Sadiq is the fastest tight end (4.39 second 40) ever recorded. It felt like a positive year for the senior-year QB, Young, but that may be a case of mistaking team success for individual credentials. Despite the good vibes, the truth is that Young ranked 27th in QB Rating (86.5) last season, tied with Spencer Rattler and five spots below the slightly over-hated Justin Fields 😬.

20. Dallas Cowboys (via GB) – C.J. Allen, ILB (S? OT?? EDGE???) *see pick 12 for additional needs* The ‘Boys will keep in mind that after this pick, they won’t be on the clock again until the tail end of Round 3 (92 overall). That, plus the fact that Jerry Jones does WTF he wants, could spell a reach here. The 2nd Off-ball linebacker out the box? A cerebral run stopper who (apparently) called plays and on-field adjustments himself at Georgia (according to Brett Kollmann). That just might be mighty appealing to a team who seemingly suffered communication breakdowns too often on defense in 2025. For all of his overt allure, DeMarvion Overshown has shown up to play 19 of a possible 51 games since he was drafted in 2023. Donovan Ezeiruaku was 2nd among rookie EDGE players in run stop EPA, which is a great thing. He didn’t get much sack production, however. After trading Parsons, striking out on Crosby and trading for Gary, they’ll take another swing at some point (speed specialist to complement Gary and Eze, who seem to excel against the run?). Keldric Faulk as an excellent run defender? That might be a smarter decision, as he can provide support to both the EDGE position as well as DE as a hybrid DL. Does a trade for Jonathan Greenard come into play here? There are other avenues to solve the LB hole in the middle. Former rival and free agent, Bobby Okereke? Grizzled legend and free agent, Bobby Wagner? Texas boi, Jordyn Brooks (who’s currently on an aggressively rebuilding Miami team)? AFTER the draft. This pick is paired with 12th overall and the pair are weighted more heavily in this draft… in this case, they double down on defense, likely motivated to show that they can build a formidable stop unit on the heels of the much-maligned Micah Parsons trade. Jerry is still calling his ass Michael 😂.

21. Pittsburgh Steelers – Monroe Freeling, OT (LB? CB??? WR???? OG????) The 2026 NFL Draft host has been slowly transitioning to a wide-zone rushing attack, and here takes a gifted athlete at OT. Ultimately, he could be a top-10-15 pick! With 12 picks in this year’s draft (most of any team), Pittsburgh could even make a bold trade upwards to make this a reality. The Steelers pounce on draft value here. He scored 9.99 out of a possible 10.0 RAS (relative athletic score), which ranks No. 2 out of 1,519 offensive tackles dating back to 1987. Can the hire of McCarthy and the trade for a route technician like Michael Pittman at wideout be enough to convince A-Rod to take one more crack at it in the Steel City? Rodgers is more in control of his narrative being Pittsburgh, instead of an underwhelming 3-stop merry-go-round of constantly learning new systems, new teammates, new stakeholders, new restaurants and media engagements??? Speaking of control… During the season, one of his most memorable quotes was, “Well, when there’s film sessions, everybody shows up. And, when I check to route, do the right route. Like… Jonnu and I weren’t on the same page”. In another interview, when asked about offensive improvement he said: “D.K. and I have been getting on the same page… which: uh, which helps”. Jonnu is now gone gone. When asked on another occasion to dissect the Steelers’ offensive performance, Rodgers offered up the following: “Teams are playing Cover 2,” … “When you’re playing Cover 2, there’s not gonna be a ton of big shots down the field. Until we get them in one-high, it’s gonna be precision passing and short of the sticks. If you’re playing Cover 2, there’s not gonna be a lot of shots open down the boundary. We’re just trying to be efficient.” Seahawk fans know that Metcalf’s game is not predicated on efficiency, but explosive potential. The ‘Burg didn’t hire Mike McCarthy just to turn around and take some little-known CB project with raw talents… this is win now with a possible Cam Heyward and A-Rod swan song. Big Mike is tasked with fixing the offense to give this thing another go. Broderick Jones is the weak link on a solid young Steelers OL. From A-Aron at the end of the season when discussing 2nd-year center, Zach Frazier, and the Pittsburgh offensive line: “I don’t think there’s a better center in the league”, Rodgers plainly stated. He goes on to say that “he’s got a great running mate. The right side, that’s got to excite Steelers fans when you’ve got three young guys at center, right guard, right tackle who have played so well all season”. Him leaving out the left side is not a mistake; it’s a mandate to leadership… Those in question are a 7th-Rounder who was solid in a small sample size at guard, and a former 1st-Rounder at LT who hasn’t lived up to expectations. Khan cited the OG, Spencer Anderson, when discussing a possible parting of ways with Isaac Seumalo (who signed in ‘Zona this offseason). Then there’s Broderick Jones, who hasn’t ever truly emerged. He allowed 6 sacks on only 632 snaps. For comparison, on the right side, Troy Fautanu allowed 2, while playing 1,031 snaps. On top of all of this, Jones had to get fusion surgery on his neck. Dylan Cook also played well, an undrafted tackle who is a strong and intriguing backup. Either move him or Jones to the right to see what they can do behind Fautanu (who has battled injuries), then move Jack Driscoll inside to backup right guard. Give Rodgers time to be precise and replace one former Bulldog OT with another. Freeling has the potential to be excellent and gives PIT a plethora of options. B. Jones could even move to left guard if Anderson or Hoffman don’t work out. Interestingly, Georgia’s was the only Pro Day that McCarthy attended 👀. Cooper Jr. to go all in with A-Rod???? He needs precise route runners… Write this down: Garrett Nussmeier’s father (Doug, for those who remember the name) worked under Mike McCarthy in Dallas. Taylen Green would be fun, contrasting competition to pit against Will Howard when Rodgers leaves.

22. Los Angeles Chargers – Chase Bisontis, OG (EDGE? DT??? CB????) Harbaugh’s M.O. since he landed in the City of Angels has been to build that line. Salyer, Becton and Zion are all gone. Strange and Penning come with points to prove as highly drafted linemen whose teams moved on from them (although Strange has shown flashes). Slater, Biadasz and Alt are all coming back from injury. Take a guard with potential to fortify the wall. Here’s Jim Harbaugh discussing new offensive coordinator, Mike McDaniels: “If you’re gonna make a better candle, make a lightbulb. That analogy makes sense to me when I think of the many meetings that we’ve had, and Mike talking about offensive football”. Time to plug this bad boy in and power a switch to the west coast wide zone. Can Justin Herbert see the route progressions illuminated clearly? Bisontis has a Cooper Beebe comp. and is adept in pass protection. There is smoke around Q. Johnston’s name… Brazzell II would be interesting, but if they can use ammo in a potential draft day trade of Q-John, they might be able to secure a gamechanger out wide. Orande Gadsden III had an impressive late stretch of games, so his emergence could factor into the idea that the Bolts don’t need to panic if they believe that J. Herbo is a rising tide that could lift all boats. Do they need a penetrating DT to kick either of sophomore Jamaree Caldwell or (the infamous) Teair Tart to nose (in relief of the run-stuffing Tomlinson), while spelled by Eboigbe? Peter Woods’ arm length, especially in a 3-4 formation, might expel that fantasy for now… but Keldric Faulk might’ve been a very nice luxury pick if guard weren’t in such dire straits. Emmanuel Pregnon as a backup option if the Bills leap them for a guard?

23. Philadelphia Eagles – Omar Cooper Jr., WR (S? DT?? OT??? EDGE????) A blocker for the slumping Stay-Calm Barkley? No, Philly goes out and gets a young guy who was a slot receiver this past year… YAC is a strength for him. Cooper forced a missed tackle on 39% of his catches (sixth most in the FBS). Get rid of A.J. Brown’s whiny ass, feature Smitty and Hitch Boi (Wicks), while picking up another wideout to attack the soft middle. Can Jalen Hurts make music again with an array of weapons to prove that he deserves the bag? I thought Sadiq, but they brought back THREE TE’s INCLUDING Dallas Goedert! Saquon had the 2nd-most carries of 0 or negative yardage in 2025, with 68. That was only three behind Jeanty… they were in a tier by themselves, because nobody else had more than 58 (CMC). Will be watching Riq “the Freak” closely in this defense.

24. Cleveland Browns (via JAX) – Blake Miller, OT (WR??) *see pick 6 for additional list of needs* Their once proud line has fallen into a state of near disrepair… I mean, they could look for R2 moves, but that’s getting dangerous. In this reality, they nab one of the disparate wideout options past the draft’s opening frame. Take this year to build infrastructure about the quarterback… because what do you mean Joe Flacco left and morphed into a Pro Bowler?! Build the offensive framework up so that you can properly evaluate, let these boys shine and get one of the two young gunners traded! According to Peter Schrager: “Browns HC Todd Monken notes that Shedeur Sanders has been in the building a bunch the last few months, working out; Dillon Gabriel, as far as he’s aware, has not”. Get a player to support the evaluation of the quarterback position. This and the 6th pick go together in this puzzle. Cleveland may even trade up to get a high-caliber OT. DO THEY TAKE AVIEON TERRELL HERE IF THEY TAKE A RECEIVER EARLY??? If they go Downs up top, is this Concepcion as a catch-and-run specialist? Or Brazzell II as an explosive downfield target? Blake Mill joins the panoply of outside protectors in Round 1.

25. Chicago Bears – Keldric Faulk, DE (HB? S??? OG????) Ben Johnson would be licking his chops to somehow move up and add the type of weapon like Love to provide a little more consistency to the offense. Would he do the same for Jadarian Price? A player like Zion Young who can add to the pass rush and also help against the run (Chi-town was bottom-5, ranking 4th-worst, allowing 5.0 ypc)? Faulk is a kid who led all SEC defensive linemen in run tackles (72) over the last two seasons, and can shift inside on passing downs. EMW??? Make a solid ass move, for a team that could be opening against the Dark Side defense in Seattle. ESPN’s SackSEER model holds him in pretty high regard.

26. Buffalo Bills – Emmanuel Pregnon, OG (HB?? DB??? LB/OLB????) NO SECOND ROUND PICK!!! EMW is a sizeable strong safety type, adept at creating turnovers. Mark Schlereth criticized the O-Line at the beginning of December, saying: “I think Buffalo is fraudulent. I think, defensively, they’re very average. Then, offensively, it’s just on Josh Allen… just go out and be Superman. Then I am watching them bust protections, bust run blocking assignments, not knowing who to block. You know, if a safety is entering the box, not know if you’re gonna push to that safety; do ya turn him over to the wide receiver?”. He goes on to say, “it’s like they were cluele—, like they had never seen this stuff. And that, to me, is like elementary stuff”. M.S. finished with: “I was thoroughly unimpressed with the Buffalo Bills”. How about we solve that by getting a high-IQ and nasty tone-setter? Rare to get those two sides from the same lineman? Pregnon is an experienced four-year starter across three different schools, who gave up just 5 pressures in his final season and 3 sacks in his entire COLLEGE CAREER. He’s Bisontis among the Bison would’ve been nice. Get more of a gap-scheme guard in Pregnon, who shines in zone blocking (3rd-highest grade in this category by any lineman in the draft). He’s the best run blocker of the top 5 guards (top 3 in that attribute in the class?) and allowed a lower pressure rate than the highly touted Ioane. Also, Bradley Chubb could be washed…? Howell as a speed fit? Per Bleacher Report, “In 2025, the Buffalo Bills allowed the fifth-most rushing yards, third-most yards per carry and the second-most rushing touchdowns”. Shore that up later in the draft and stop Schlereth from making a mockery of your offense.

27. San Francisco 49ers – Caleb Lomu, OT (EDGE?? DT??? OG????) What will they do after getting straight punked by Seattle on multiple levels? If they are scared of Seattle’s DT tandem, get a guard???? Burford had the highest-pressure rate of any LG to play a qualifying amount of snaps in the league last year!!!! At the risk of sounding like a disillusioned baddie, it’s too bad the good ones are all gone. As mentioned in the Philadelphia blurb, Christian McCaffrey had the 3rd-most carries for 0 or negative in the league. If they need a big-time playmaking WR like Mike Evans to keep up with Puka Nacua and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, wouldn’t it make sense to get the protection right in order to foster an efficient offense? A C, OG or RT could all make sense. Santa Clara was also bottom 3 in sacks but are hoping for better health from the pass rushers. Lomu has similar measurable to Seattle RT, Abe Lucas, but is an absolute athlete on the left. he could be the heir to Trent Williams’ reign.

28.Houston Texans: – Peter Woods, DT (LB? HB?? OG??? DB????) A smallish run defender who may be best utilized in a 4-3. Energy, athleticism and a dogged mentality are traits that he brings to the table. Some have questioned his consistency which could be concentrated and weaponized on a loaded Houston D-line that would utilize a rotation of players. This defense rivaled the Seahawks for most dominant unit all year. A corner as nice ass depth???? Do they trade back to allow some team to trade in?

29. Kansas City Chiefs (via LAR) – Denzel Boston, WR (CB? OG?? TE??? DT????) *see 9th overall for additional needs* Boston is an ideal X-receiver and a former UW Husky. Appropriately enough, his comp. is fellow former Dawg, Rome Odunze. Are KC Concepcion or Chris Brazzell II better fits?? Does a top pass rusher fall to them here if they end up with Caleb Downs early?? Pair this with 9th pick. Boston adds extra support for Patrick Mahomes and the KC offense to get back to who he is and who they are. If Justin Fields has to start off the season while Mahomes recovers, then the Chiefs will feel good about the pieces they placed around the signal caller position.

30. Miami Dolphins – T.J. Parker, EDGE (CB???) *see 11th overall for additional list of needs* Offense with the early pick to put SOMETHING in Willis’ cupboard! And I’m not talking about a damn Indian. Come back late in the round to take an impact defender. According to PFF: “Each of their five defensive backs who played more than 110 snaps last season earned PFF overall grades below 60.0”. For all of the hand-wringing I’ve seen over the CB situation in my dalliances on Dolphins twitter, a pairing of Jermod McCoy at 11 or Colton Hood here with a healthy (🤞🏾) Juju Brents would bring some juice to the Miami secondary. If they follow their Packer roots, they may prioritize edge to create a supportive environment of competition on the outside. Will South Beach see the return of Rasul Douglas to free them up to take an impact hog here? As bare as the roster looks, Miami can legit address all of their glaring needs in the first three rounds… they have TWO 1st-Round picks, a 2nd and FOUR 3rd-Rounders! The biggest dead cap hit in history ($99.2M for Tua Tagovailoa, surpassing Russell Wilson’s $85M while leaving Denver) necessitates the reliance on young players and 1-year vet contracts.

31. New England Patriots – Zion Young, EDGE (S/DB? NT/DT??) I have a feeling that a trade back to the top of Round 2 is a strong possibility here. It’s the perfect storm; just THINK about it…! Sitting one spot ahead of the Seahawks (who hold the last pick on Day 1), in a draft class considered to have a talent cliff in the middle of the 1st Round, and the unique situation of having a QB-needy division rival (the Jets) sitting as the first pick of Round 2… but, for the love of the game, and to put my patriots pick streak on the line… I’ll play along. They need more talent on the perimeter of the line, as they had Super Bowl trouble in getting enough heat on Darnold and containing the outside zone run. Pettiness with the pick if both Super Bowl teams need the same thing here? This pick feels like the most obvious need for NE, and luckily, there will be options aplenty at the position here. WE JUST HAVE TO CHOOSE WHICH ONE (A problem for me nailing the 4th-consecutive dot, but a beautiful thing for Vrabel’s defense)… The big consideration here is Young as a more adept run stopper vs. the more finesse Malachi Lawrence. Dre’Mont Jones and Joshua Farmer could factor more into the inside rotation this year, while Harold Landry III and Young rush off the edge. A couple of rookies from last year-round out a strong group in front of an ascending secondary. A stud TE would change the structure of the offense but give it more answers in pass protection and a more outside-focused (and Henderson-friendly) run game. Of new WR Romeo Doubs’ 21 career TD’s, 17 were red zone strikes. A.J. Brown is likely on the way as well. AVT calms any worries and splits up the two former rookies who got ran in the ‘ship. It’s now a very athletic left side of the line, to compliment the veteran maulers on the right. Go strengthen that defense. Young is one of the only Round 1(-ish) EDGE players to have multiple visits with the Pats. They can build depth across the roster, holding 11 total picks. TRADE DOWN TO ALLOW ARIZONA TO COME UP AHEAD OF NYJ FOR TY SIMPSON! Kayden McDonald would be a fun pick??
32. Seattle Seahawks – Chris Johnson, CB (EDGE?? NT??? HB????) “It’s no secret, with four picks, we’ll be looking to trade back”. Those are the words of Seahawks GM, John Schneider, three days before the draft’s opening ceremonies. I would ALSO NOT BE SHOCKED if they trade down to allow PITTSBURGH to come up for Ty Simpson… For all those groaning at that idea: BETTER THAN AZ OR LAR!!! I’ll assume they stick and pick a defensive back here. Colton Hood not going first might be an upset, but let’s take a look at the why’s. Johnson recorded a 16.7 passer rating allowed (mountain west), he’s 6’ and 190, missed tackle rate under 6% (effective, but not as physical as Hood). Snatched 4 INTs last year but gave up 2 TDs (both against Heisman contender, Diego Pavia). The early knock was that he didn’t look like a burner on tape. *checks 40 time…* good news: he made the 4.4 threshold for 1st-Round corners… 4.40! C.J. brings rare movement and transition skills, especially when diagnosing out of zone coverage. He allowed the 2nd-lowest catch rate among corners (only bested by Delane, who went 10th), and the lowest passer rating when targeted. Very good at diagnosing the offense while in zone coverage. This is a corner to replace Riq Woolen and free up Nick Emmanwori and Devon Witherspoon to move around! Many 12’s want a guard, like Emmanuel Pregnon here, to replace Anthony Bradford. I think they rely on continuity along the offensive line and the fires of playoff / Super Bowl football to temper the big guy in his last year of team contract control.

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Teams without 1st-Round Picks

Cincinnati Bengals – Trade into the 1st to grab a S? (TE? LB?? OG/OT??? CB????) The defense is fairly young and has time to get better… BUT, they broke the record for most fantasy points ever allowed to the TE position in a single season. EMW, if he falls? Could add LB (after housing 3 of the bottom 6 worst-graded (by PFF) off-ball LB’s in the league last year 😩… Two were rookies): <https://www.cincyjungle.com/cincinnati-bengals-free-agency/188023/top-5-best-remaining-linebackers-nfl-free-agents-bobby-wagner>.

Denver Broncos – Trade into the 1st to grab an EDGE? (OL? CB?? DE/DT???)

Indianapolis Colts – Trade into the 1st to grab an OT? OR OG switch with TE if resign Braden Smith???
(DT? LB?? TE/WR??? FS????)

Atlanta Falcons – Trade into the 1st to grab a WR? (OL? EDGE?? CB??? TE????) They traded their 12th overall pick to LAR to select a pass rusher who looked promising on the field, but whom now controversy surrounds off of it… do they take another, just in case, but to also give them a new, amorphous dimension as a 4-3 (utilizing Walker in a unique role)? <https://x.com/avy3n/status/2035882959996109169?s=46&t=x_w5IHvC_nE-qnK4BKBDVw>. Or stick to a 3-4 and get more DT depth?