2026 NFL Mock Draft – Round 1 (1-16) – Charlie Campbell

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* Walt taking 2014 and 2018
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst
Last update: Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. Round 1 added.
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2026 NFL MOCK DRAFT – WALT’S | CHARLIE’S ROUND: 1

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1. NFL Team Logo for Saints New Orleans Saints: Arch Manning, QB, Texas

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Abdul Carter, DE

By the 2026 NFL Draft, the Saints could be looking for a young quarterback to replace Derek Carr.

Manning has flashed his excellent skill set in relief work for Quinn Ewers in 2024. Manning has completed 69 percent of his passes for 920 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions. He also has two rushing touchdowns. The 6-foot-4, 225-pounder could be a riser for the 2026 NFL Draft after he takes over as the full-time starter in 2025.

2. NFL Team Logo for Titans Tennessee Titans: Rueben Bain Jr., DE, Miami

2024 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Shedeur Sanders, QB The Titans could look for more impact players along the defensive line by the time of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Bain had an excellent freshman season for Miami, totaling 7.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and 44 tackles. The 6-foot-3, 275-pounder has the upside to be better as he gains experience. Bain was injured to start 2024 and didn’t make his debut until early October. He has 18 tackles with 2.5 sacks thus far.


3. NFL Team Logo for Patriots New England Patriots: Kayden Proctor, OT, Alabama

2024 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Tetairoa McMillan, WR The Patriots grab a young left tackle to protect Drake Maye.

Overall, Proctor played well in 2023 as a freshman. Except for struggling against Michigan in the college football playoff, Proctor was generally reliable to protect Jalen Milroe. Proctor (6-7, 360) is a massive blocker who could also be a right tackle candidate in the NFL. Sources from Alabama have said that Proctor has make-up and character concerns.

4. NFL Team Logo for Panthers Carolina Panthers: Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): James Pearce Jr., DE

I have the Panthers missing out on the quarterbacks in my latest 2025 NFL Mock Draft. Hence they could give Bryce Young one more year to get going and if he doesn’t play well, then look to replace him in 2026.

Nussmeier (6-2, 200) spent a few seasons as the backup to Jayden Daniels, but now he has taken advantage of the opportunity to start and has turned himself into a legit prospect for the NFL. Nussmeier has completed 62 percent of his passes for 3,126 yards with 22 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. There is no doubt that Nussmeier has the arm talent to be a pro starter, as he has a powerful arm that has no issue going vertically downfield. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound Nussmeier is getting good pro preparation from Brian Kelly and Nussmeier looks like an early-round prospect for the 2025 or 2026 NFL Draft.


5. NFL Team Logo for Vikings Minnesota Vikings: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Jonah Savaiinaea, OT

The Vikings take a replacement for Harrison Smith.

In 2024, Downs has 45 tackles and three passes broken up. Downs was phenomenal for Alabama in 2023, recording 107 tackles, two interceptions, three passes broken up, and a forced fumble. After the season, he transferred to Ohio State. Downs (6-0, 205) has the potential to be a star prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft.

6. NFL Team Logo for Cardinals Arizona Cardinals: Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn

2024 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Jordan Burch, DT By the 2026 NFL Draft, Arizona could be looking for more tackle talent to go with Darius Robinson.

Faulk has been a beast for Auburn in 2024, with a big-time presence behind the line of scrimmage. Thus far, he has seven sacks and 37 tackles. He has shown speed and power as a pass rusher while being a big-bodied lineman to defend the run. The 6-foot-6, 288-pounder has upside to develop as he gains experience.


7. NFL Team Logo for Bears Chicago Bears: Cameron Williams, OT, Texas

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Nic Scourton, DE

The Bears could use more tackle talent to help protect Caleb Williams.

Williams has blocked really well for Texas in 2024 including a superb outing against Michigan. The The 6-foot-5, 335-pounder has good size, strength, quickness, and athleticism. He has a versatile skill set where he could play a few positions on the offensive line.


8. NFL Team Logo for Broncos Denver Broncos: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Luther Burden, WR

By the 2026 NFL Draft, the Broncos could be looking for a left tackle upgrade.

The 6-foot-6, 315-pound Mauigoa is talented and could be a riser over the 2024 and 2025 seasons.


9. NFL Team Logo for Giants New York Giants: Keon Sabb, S, Alabama

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Jalen Milroe, QB

The Giants grab a true replacement for Xavier McKinney and a partner to work with Tyler Nubin.

Sabb has been a tough defender for Alabama in 2024. Thus far, he has 39 tackles with two interceptions and four passes broken up. As a Michigan Wolverine in 2023, Sabb had 28 tackles, two interceptions, and four passes broken up.

10. NFL Team Logo for Raiders Las Vegas Raiders: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Cam Ward, QB

The Raiders take their next franchise quarterback.

After Washington lost a trio of good receivers to the NFL, Boston is enjoying a breakout season for the Huskies in 2024. Thus far, he has 57 receptions for 764 yards and nine touchdowns. The 6-foot-4, 209-pounder has mismatch size and looks like he is just scratching the surface of his potential.

11. NFL Team Logo for Commanders Washington Commanders: Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Bradyn Swinson, DE

The Commanders could use some youth at edge rusher.

Bond is a dangerous speed receiver to challenge defenses vertically. In 2024 he has 30 catches for 483 yards and five touchdowns. In 2023 at Alabama, Bond had 48 catches for 668 yards and four scores. Bond (5-11, 180) has upside and is capable of producing more with more targets.


12. NFL Team Logo for Steelers Pittsburgh Steelers: Fadil Diggs, DE, Syracuse

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Harold Perkins, LB

By the time of the 2026 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh could be looking for some edge rushing youth.

Diggs (6-5, 260) played well at Texas A&M in 2023, recording 36 tackles and four sacks. He has the skill set to produce more after transferring to Syracuse. In 2024, Diggs has 39 tackles with 5.5 sacks.


13. NFL Team Logo for Colts Indianapolis Colts: Antonio Kite, CB, Auburn

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Trey Amos, CB

The Colts need more cornerback talent.

With Alabama, Kite flashed ability as a backup and special teams contributor in 2023. In 2024 after transferring to Auburn, Kite has six tackles with an interception and has missed games with an injury. The 6-foot-1, 182-pounder could breakout before the 2026 draft.


14. NFL Team Logo for Jaguars Jacksonville Jaguars: Jimari Butler, DE/OLB, Nebraska

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Travis Hunter, WR/CB

By the time of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Jaguars could be looking for another pass rusher to go with Travon Walker and Josh Allen.

In 2023, Butler had a strong debut in his first season of extended playing time. Butler totaled 34 tackles with 5.5 sacks, one forced fumble, and two passes broken up. Butler (6-4, 245) could grow into being an edge rusher. In 2024, Butler has 19 tackles with two sacks.

15. NFL Team Logo for Chargers Los Angeles Chargers: Tyreak Sapp, DE, Florida

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Ashton Jeanty, RB

The Chargers grab an impact player for the middle of their defense.

Sapp is a physical and quick defender at the point of attack. In 2024 he has 4.5 sacks with 35 tackles and a forced fumble. At 6-foot-3, 272-pounds, Sapp has shown some versatility to rush from the inside or on the edge. Sapp could stay as an edge defender, or he could gain weight and grow into being a three technique defensive tackle.


16. NFL Team Logo for Seahawks Seattle Seahawks: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/23/24): Will Campbell, OT

Seattle could use a Geno Smith replacement via the 2025 or 2026 NFL Draft.

Sellers (6-3, 242) has a big-time skill set and could be a breakout star in 2024 or 2025. In 2024, Sellers has completed 63 percent of his passes for 1,803 yards with 14 touchdown passes, five interceptions, and four rushing touchdowns.