2026 NFL Mock Draft V3

Indiana

V2 Pick: Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)
V1 Pick: Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)

The Raiders finally hold the No. 1 pick after years of quarterback instability, and in a thin class they’re poised to bet on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza. The Cal-to-Indiana transfer erupted in 2025, showcasing sharp field vision, precision in the short and intermediate game, and one of the most catchable balls in college football. His 41 touchdowns and 133.2 NFL passer rating led all FBS quarterbacks and appears to be a lock atop the draft.

Ohio State

V2 Pick: Arvell Reese (EDGE/LB, Ohio State)
V1 Pick: Arvell Reese (EDGE/LB, Ohio State)

With the Jets in complete rebuild mode – once again – they shouldn’t force a reach on a quarterback here. Arvell Reese is amongst the most gifted players in this class irrespective of position. He has enormous upside as an Explosive hybrid defender who can play SAM. off-ball LB, or rush off the edge. In this writer’s opinion, another year in college might have helped his game as he’s a one-year breakout whose production dipped late, but he still profiles as a top-5 pick in a weak class. Reese could follow a Micah Parsons-style path as a disruptive hybrid edge/off-ball playmaker.

Utah

V2 Pick: Jeremiyah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
V1 Pick: Jeremiyah Love (RB, Notre Dame)

Charlie Campbell recently reported that Spencer Fano is a “top candidate” for Arizona at No. 3. Even so, this writer has been highly hesitant to project him there, largely because of real questions about whether he can hold up at right tackle in the NFL. As noted in my V2 mock:
“I have him as the top blocker in this draft class, with a skill set similar to Alijah Vera-Tucker: strong tape overall, clear developmental upside, and the versatility to thrive in both gap and zone schemes… the question is positional value, and whether he can hold up at tackle. His measurements and film suggest he’s a high-level guard or perhaps even center, rather than a long-term right tackle, much like the aforementioned Vera-Tucker or Peter Skoronski.”
From a roster-building standpoint, taking Bailey or Reese at No. 3 and then targeting Miller or Iheachanor at No. 34 feels like the better-valued path to this writer. Still, the Cardinals appear genuinely high on Fano. It’s also worth noting that he tested better at his pro day, and under LeFleur the offense is expected to lean more heavily into zone-blocking concepts—an approach that aligns well with Fano’s athletic profile and play style.

Notre Dame

V2 Pick: David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech)
V1 Pick: David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech)

The Titans still have a thin roster, but after a free-agency period heavily tilted toward defensive additions—and with limited true 4-3 edge fits available at the top of the draft—they look more positioned than ever to take the best player available. If the Titans truly want to elevate Ward and inject elite talent into their offense, that player is Jeremiyah Love. Love is comfortably the top overall prospect in this class in this writer’s opinion, and a true blue-chip running back, arguably the most complete talent at the position since Saquon Barkley. He’s powerfully built, runs with downhill violence, and pairs that physicality with rare acceleration, sharp vision, and the instincts to thrive in both zone and gap schemes. He’s electric on outside-zone concepts, slippery in space, and brings value as a pass catcher. No prospect is a guarantee, but Love screams future superstar. Multiple evaluators, including Charlie Campbell and Dane Brugler, have him graded above Ashton Jeanty, who went sixth overall in 2025.

Ohio State

V2 Pick: Caleb Downs (S, Ohio State)
V1 Pick: Francis Mauigoa (IOL/OT, Miami)

The Giants need offensive line and receiver support badly, but in this mock I cannot pass on the elite talent that is Caleb Downs. From what Charlie reported during the combine, it sounds like the Saints wouldn’t pass on Downs at 8 if he got there (and aren’t optimistic they would have that luxury). Given Harbaugh's proclivity for elite safeties during his time at, the Giants feel like an ideal situation for Downs.The word generational gets thrown around far too often, but Caleb Downs is truly generational – the best safety prospect since Eric Berry over a decade ago, offering a complete skill set. Whether he’s patrolling deep, in the box, or working in zone, Downs displays outstanding field vision, instincts, ball skills, and tracking ability. His tape is as clean as it gets for a defensive back, and his versatility gives him the ceiling of an elite NFL defender.

Ohio State

V2 Pick: Carnell Tate (WR, Ohio State)
V1 Pick: Spencer Fano (IOL/OT, Utah)

The Browns have 3 of their 5 future starters in Tytus Howard, Elgton Jenkins and Zion Johnson, also re-signing the underrated Teven Jenkins to a 1 year deal. The Browns still need a franchise Left Tackle (Mauigoa and Fano are more right tackles), but with a second pick in the 1st round with more range-worthy appropriate options likely available, I have the Browns instead taking the top receiver in the class and addressing tackle later. Tate began the year viewed as a fringe first-round prospect, but he delivered a breakout campaign at Ohio State, flashing true X-receiver traits, week-to-week reliability, and the kind of explosive playmaking that translates immediately to the NFL. I worry about taking a career No. 2 wide-out in the top-10, but that is more a testament to how special Jeremiah Smith is. Tate is a quality prospect worthy of going in the top-10, who has the upside and ability to become a No. 1 wide-out in the pros.

Texas Tech

V2 Pick: Reuben Bain Jr. (EDGE, Miami)
V1 Pick: Caleb Downs (S, Ohio State)

Washington had, in this writer’s view, the best free-agency period in the league, addressing every major need with smart, targeted signings. Washington added Odafe Oweh as their marquee free agent signing, then paired him with one-year additions K’Lavon Chaisson and Charles Omenihu, so edge rusher. Still, with Chaisson and Omenihu on short-term deals, the Commanders could easily justify taking the best player available to join the rotation in 2026 before stepping into a full-time role in 2027.After transferring from Stanford to Texas Tech, he dominated his senior season, leading the FBS in pressures (81), sacks (14.5), pass-rush grade (93.9), and overall PFF grade (93.1). He’s built to thrive in a 3-4, but his frame mirrors Micah Parsons almost exactly, and his play strength suggests he can function in a 4-3 as well. He’s been a top-two edge rusher in college football for two straight years and, in this writer’s opinion, is a true blue-chip prospect—better than the more hyped Arvell Reese—with perennial double-digit sack upside. Also watch out for Sonny Styles here, as he feels like a really good fit and one of the best linebacking prospects in recent memory.

USC

V2 Pick: Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State)
V1 Pick: Carnell Tate (WR, Ohio State)

Tyler Shough has shown enough promise to warrant a second shot at the starting job next season, but for him to thrive, Kellen Moore must elevate the Saints’ offensive weaponry. They traded away Rashid Shaheed, and Chris Olave has had significant concussion issues in the NFL aso may not have the longest career. One has gone through all of the top-3 receivers here. With Tate of the board, and Tyson’s injury history possibly being a deal-breaker for the reasons above, Lemon could be the safest pick of the remaining top-prospects. Lemon is amongst my favourite on-tape players in this class. His slot-only projection at the next level may cause a minor slide, but the Jets really need a dominant slot. He’s sure-handed, explosive, and the cleanest pure receiver on tape in 2025 — a season that earned him the Biletnikoff Award. It wouldn’t shock me if – as mocked – he ultimately cracks the top 10.

Miami

V2 Pick: Keldric Faulk (EDGE, Auburn)
V1 Pick: Reuben Bain Jr. (EDGE, Miami)

The Chiefs enter the offseason with several roster holes after finally coming back to earth in 2025. Up front, Reuben Bain offers plenty to like: a relentless motor, real toughness, and the kind of play style Steve Spagnuolo gravitates toward. That said, there's a reason this writer is more cautious on Bain than the consensus. His physical limitations — especially his unusually short arms — raise legitimate questions about whether he can hold up as a full-time edge defender, and his production at Miami fluctuated more than you’d expect from a supposed top-tier prospect. He’s a strong candidate to slide in the 2026 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, in a weaker class, Bain profiles as a high-floor player who should carve out a solid NFL career as a strong complementary base end with the versatility to kick inside and attack the B-gap when needed.

Ohio State

V2 Pick: Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)
V1 Pick: Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)

The Bengals need reinforcements at every level of their defense, but their linebacking corps was historically horrid in 2025, starting two rookies who immensely struggled all season, trading away Logan Wilson for peanuts. The Bengals won’t give up on Demetrius Knight Jr. or Barrett Carter, but it’s clear they need a true tone-setting linebacker, and Sonny Styles fits that projection to a T. (in fact, based on his incredible combine, the Bengals would be fortunate he made it to the 10th pick). Styles is the best pure linebacker prospect in several drafts and offers an elite blend of range, instincts, and command in the heart of a defense. He’s a true tone-setter — a high-level zone defender thanks to his background at safety, and a violent, authoritative tackler. He may not play what the league currently labels a “premium position,” but he brings the kind of seismic defensive impact this unit needs. It wouldn’t shock me if Styles is an All-Pro caliber linebacker within his rookie contract.

Miami

V2 Pick: Francis Mauigoa (IOL/OT, Miami)
V1 Pick: Jermod McCoy (CB, Tennessee)

It was really, really tempting to take Jordyn Tyson here, as their Dolphins have amongst the worst receiving corps in the NFL. However, their entire roster is comfortably the worst in the NFL, so you could say that about virtually every position. As Charlie reported, the Dolphins have a “preference” for trenches with this pick, and with their pick of the offensive linemen, the Dolphins take a high-floor potential blocker who played at the same stadium in college and address receiver later. In an underwhelming offensive line class, Mauigoa offers as much NFL readiness as any prospect, bringing strong pass protection and run-blocking traits. He may never be a perennial Pro Bowler, but he projects as a powerful, tone-setting right tackle with the upside to anchor a line for the next decade who could “fail inside” as a guard if push comes to shove. Austin Jackson missed more than half his games at Right Tackle over the past 2 seasons.

LSU

V2 Pick: Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)
V1 Pick: Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)

The Cowboys will pray Sonny Styles gets to them at 12, but that feels optimistic after that combine performance. Sheesh. Anyway, the Cowboys are still in a position with their pick of the litter in regards to cornerback prospects. Despite his ball-hawking ability, Trevon Diggs was a liability in coverage for most of his Dallas tenure, and moving on from his massive contract was the right call. Shavon Revel was also a liability recovering from his ACL as a rookie. Delane entered last season as a projected top-50 pick, but his transfer to LSU took his game to another level. He delivered a 90.7 PFF grade for the Tigers and consistently displayed the instincts, fluidity, and discipline of a future CB1. Quarterbacks posted a miserable 26.7 passer rating when targeting him this year, underscoring just how dominant he was in coverage.

Arizona State

V2 Pick: Makai Lemon (WR, USC)
V1 Pick: Makai Lemon (WR, USC)

OL is a popular projection here, but with Warren McClendon playing at such a high level in 2025 and being cheap, it’s hard to imagine the Rams not handing him the starting right tackle job next season (in this mock both Francis Mauioga and Spencer Fano are off the board, anyway). The Rams have few real needs, so using this rare high first-round pick on the best player available could make the most sense. Davante Adams is in the final year of his deal and battled injuries in 2025, and their remaining slot options are uninspiring. Tyson comes with some durability concerns, but he’s the last legitimate WR1-caliber prospect on the board: a polished route runner who can separate, win physically, and create mismatches on the perimeter. The Rams are in a reasonably safe position to take a swing here given the strength of their roster and track-record of draftee player development.

Penn State

V2 Pick: Spencer Fano (IOL/OT, Utah)
V1 Pick: Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State)

The Ravens need help on the edge and along their odd-front defensive line, making Keldric Faulk and Peter Woods logical fits. But their interior offensive line is in even worse shape, as it was arguably the weakest in the league last year. Vega Ionae is one of the safest prospects in this class as a rugged, technically sound pass protector who continues to grow as a run blocker. His strength, balance, and awareness give him true plug-and-play potential at left guard, and his ability to function in multiple blocking schemes only boosts his value.

Georgia

V2 Pick: Kenyon Sadiq (TE, Oregon)
V1 Pick: Kenyon Sadiq (TE, Oregon)

The Buccaneers could go in a variety of directions. Their pass rush is putrid, and despite re-signing Cade Otton, the Bucs could do with another weapon after losing Mike Evans to the 49ers in free agency. However, CJ Allen is one of the safer projections in this class to replace the presumably departed Lavonte David. Allen is amongst my favourite prospects in this class. He’s an old-school, no-nonsense off-ball linebacker — physical, disciplined, and instinctive. Allen diagnoses plays quickly, tackles with conviction, and brings a calming, stabilizing presence to the heart of a defense. Allen projects as a rock-solid MIKE who can anchor a front and will be ready to play Day 1.

Tennessee

V2 Pick: Ty Simpson (QB, Alabama)
V1 Pick: Ty Simpson (QB, Alabama)

The further we get into the pre-draft process, the more one believes the Jets could roll with Geno Smith and address QB with one of their 3 first round picks in a (much, much better) 2027 class. Heavily in the midst of a rebuild, the Jets could opt to go BPA this entire draft. After foolishly trading away Sauce Gardner, they at least recoup some value back here drafting his replacement Jermod McCoy. When healthy, McCoy’s 2024 tape stands out as one of the most impressive cornerback seasons since Sauce Gardner entered the league in 2022. He’s disruptive, productive, and instinctive, finishing his last healthy season with four interceptions and consistent shutdown play. His pro day will be important, though, as he hasn’t played for 15 months due to an ACL tear and did not work out at the combine. McCoy could be justified in the top-10, or could have a Will Johnson-esque slide depending on the medical.

Georgia

V2 Pick: Vega Ioane (G, Penn State)
V1 Pick: Keldric Faulk (DE, Auburn)

This is one of the toughest picks in the 2026 mock, largely because the Lions consistently draft to the beat of their own drum. They’re rumored to be high on Keldric Faulk, but the roster now has a glaring hole at left tackle. Penei Sewell—arguably the best offensive lineman in football—could shift from right tackle to the left side, similar to Tristan Wirfs, but either way Detroit needs a new bookend. If they want a right tackle, someone like Kadyn Proctor makes more sense. But if the plan is to keep Sewell on the right, Monroe Freeling is the cleanest fit in this class. Freeling has rocketed up boards thanks to his rare athletic profile, outstanding size, and long-term upside at left tackle. His movement skills jump off the tape—lateral agility, foot quickness, and range that are all high-end traits for the position. He’s not a finished product, but the raw tools are exactly what teams bet on at premium positions. With proper coaching, Freeling has the ceiling to develop into a high-end NFL tackle.

Oregon

V2 Pick: Peter Woods (DT, Clemson)
V1 Pick: Kayden McDonald (DT, Ohio State)

The Vikings’ veteran stopgaps at defensive tackle — Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave — served their purpose in 2025 but are now off the roster, leaving a clear long-term need. Peter Woods or Kayden McDonald would make plenty of sense here. However, given Brian Flores’ scheme, this defense could benefit even more from an explosive, highly athletic safety who can eventually replace Harrison Smith and become the new anchor of the secondary. That’s where Thieneman comes in. After a breakout 2025 season and an elite combine performance, he’s surged up draft boards. Premium safeties often slip into Round 2, but in a weaker class, Thieneman has a very realistic chance to land in the back third of Round 1.

Oregon

V2 Pick: Monroe Freeling (OT, Georgia)
V1 Pick: CJ Allen (LB, Georgia)

Ikem Ekwonu has likely played his last down in Carolina, tearing his patellar tendon in the wildcard entering his 5th year option year, but a solid 1-year deal Rasheed Walker likely eschews that need for 2026. Meanwhile, the Panthers have struggled to find a true long-term TE1 for Bryce Young, and their top option JT Sanders is coming off a significant injury. Carolina needs to surround Young with talent in a critical year for him, and Sadiq is the best player available at this juncture. WhileSadiq as raw, his physical gifts are undeniable: he’s explosive, powerful, and — in this writer’s view — a far more polished route runner than he’s given credit for. Combine that with his willingness as an in-line blocker and his ability to create mismatches from the slot, you have a prospect with the potential to emerge as one of the league’s top tight ends in a few years

Auburn

V2 Pick: CJ Allen (LB, Georgia)
V1 Pick: Colton Hood (CB, Tennessee)

The Cowboys’ top need is inside linebacker, as their veteran group are pitiful in 2025. However, Dallas could be in a difficult position where they are too low to pick Sonny Styles with their 1st pick and too low to pick CJ Allen with their second. Meanwhile, Keldric Faulk is similar to Mykel Williams in that he brings a high floor as a stout, technically sound run defender with the frame and strength to hold up immediately. Faulk’s physical traits are outstanding, and his power-based style translates cleanly to the next level. Faulk has an interesting projection as he could go as high as 8 or 9 due to his upside, or slide to the late 1st round due to his limited production. Expect his name to be called on Thursday night either way.

Alabama

V2 Pick: Jermod McCoy (CB, Tennessee)
V1 Pick: Denzel Boston (WR, Washington)

This Pittsburgh regime has – in 3 drafts – drafted Broderick Jones, Tony Fautanu and Zach Frasier in the first two rounds. All are versatile, big linemen who can play multiple positions. With Jones really struggling at left tackle, and coming off spinal surgery, the Steelers could decline the 5th year option and consider planning for the future. Fautanu is versatile, and they also have a hole at left guard after losing Isaac Suemalo in free agency. Proctor is one of the draft’s most polarizing prospects. Concerns about his weight and maturity create real risk, but his raw talent is unmistakably top-10 caliber, and his 2025 film showed meaningful growth. His size and power are NFL-ready, though inconsistent footwork and issues with pure speed suggest he may ultimately project better at right tackle or as a dominating guard. Even so, his ceiling is enormous. With proper development, Proctor has the tools to become a multi-contract, Pro Bowl-level offensive lineman.

Clemson

V2 Pick: Kayden McDonald (DT, Ohio State)
V1 Pick: Vega Ioane (G, Penn State)

The Chargers – like the Ravens – have a terrible interior OL, but there are better zone-blocking fits like the scheme OC Mike McDaniel will presumably run on Day 2. Meanwhile, they need to bolster their defensive line – both at edge rusher (Khalil Mack is old, Odafe Oweh is gone), as well as at DT. In this mock, the Chargers still have their pick of the interior defensive lineman, and choose Peter Woods. The Clemson prospect plays with heavy hands, outstanding leverage, and has a good ability to anchor, shed, and squeeze gaps makes him a high-floor defender from day one. While he may not be the twitchiest interior rusher, Woods is the one of the best players on the board at a position of huge need.

Texas A&M

V2 Pick: Kadyn Proctor (IOL/OT, Alabama)
V1 Pick: Brandon Cisse (CB, South Carolina)

The Eagles are one of the hardest teams to pin down in any mock draft, but their edge group has been decimated over the last few off-seasons, losing Hassan Reddick, Josh Sweat, Brandon Graham and now Jaelen Phillips in quick succession. Cashius Howell is one of the most dynamic speed rushers in this class. If he were a bit taller and carried more functional strength, he’d be a top-20 lock as his 2025 tape was exceptional. Instead, his smaller frame may push him into early Day 2. However, Howell’s production as a 3-4 outside linebacker, paired with his electric first step, acceleration, and natural bend, gives him real impact potential, so one bets on him still cracking the first round. He can contribute immediately as a situational rusher while he develops, and his ceiling is that of a double-digit sack producer

Utah

V2 Pick: Caleb Lomu (OT, Utah)
V1 Pick: KC Concepcion (WR, Texas A&M)

Lomu is one of the most intriguing developmental tackles in the class: long, athletic, and exceptionally fluid in space, with the movement skills tailor made for a zone blocking scheme. His foot quickness and natural bend consistently show up on tape, and he’s already comfortable working laterally and climbing to the second level. He still needs to add functional strength and sharpen his hand usage, but the foundational traits are outstanding. Charlie Campbell reported teams are expecting Caleb Lomu to go somewhere in the late-1st round as a raw but physically talented prospect who plays a premium position.

Toledo

V2 Pick: Emmanuel McNeill-Warren (S, Toledo)
V1 Pick: Peter Woods (DT, Clemson)

The Bears signed Coby Durant in free agency, but lost Jaquan Brisker and Kevin Byard. Meanwhile, there are two fringe-1st round options available to them in Emmanuel McNeill-Warren and Dillon Thienemann. McNeil-Warren fits the profile of safety the Bears covet – rangy, physical, and versatile enough to handle multiple roles in coverage and run support. McNeill is a dominating physical presence, who has explosive closing speed. strong tackling discipline and versatility, allowing him to rotate between deep safety and playing in the box.

Texas A&M

V2 Pick: KC Concepcion (WR, Texas A&M)
V1 Pick: Akheem Mesidor (EDGE, Miami)

The Bills cannot go into 2026 with Khalil Shakir as their top wideout. With Keon Coleman being a total bust, they will likely target a Mike Evans/Alec Pierce type in free agency and look to supplement the pick with another early-round selection. Concepcion really impressed this writer in 2025 and went up the draft board with his elusive running ability, deep threat ability, speed and route-running prowess. On top of this, he’s also adept with the ball in his hands and can do real damage after the catch. Concepcion is a candidate to be a real riser during the pre-draft process.

Missouri

V2 Pick: Zion Young (EDGE, Missouri)
V1 Pick: KC Concepcion (WR, Texas A&M)

The 49ers are likely to go in a DE-WR or WR-DE approach in Rounds 1 and 2. In spite of the Mike Evans and Christian Kirk signings, the 49ers still have a need at receiver. Evans, Pearsall and Kirk is a quality trio if healthy, but Mike Evan’s “3 year” deal is essentially a 1 year deal with a 2 year contractual option if it goes well. Meanwhile, Christian Kirk is a WR3-level player at this point in his career. Thus a receiver early is still likely. However, with a league-low sack total in 2025, one suspects John Lynch will want to double down with back to back Round 1 edge rushers. With Raheem Morris taking over as defensive coordinator, San Francisco gains more flexibility in body types and usage but the 49ers traditionally value length, power, and run-game sturdiness on the edge, and Zion Young fits that prototype cleanly. Young is one of the most intriguing projection players in the class. His length, first-step burst, and natural leverage give him a raw but enticing foundation. He’s far from a finished product – his hand usage is inconsistent, and teams will need to vet the character concerns stemming from his DUI arrest – but the upside is undeniable. In a rotation with a healthy Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams, Young could be brought along at the right pace while still offering immediate value as a sub-package rusher.

Ohio State

V2 Pick: Max Iheanachor (OT, Arizona State)
V1 Pick: Kadyn Proctor (OT, Alabama).

The Texans largely address their offensive line in free agency, so one suspects they could opt to address their defensive front, which needs an injection of young at defensive tackle quite badly. Kayden McDonald was the top run-defending defensive lineman in college football last season, earning an elite 91.2 PFF run-defense grade. He also took a step forward as a pass rusher with 3.5 sacks, though there’s still room for growth in that area only earning a 4% pass rush win rate. Although he had a mixed combine, McDonald’s power, leverage, and road grading consistency would be a welcome compliment to the Texans’ elite pass defense.

Tennessee

V2 Pick: N/A – Rams traded out of pick
V1 Pick: N/A – Rams traded out of pick

The Chiefs acquired this pick from the LA Rams for Trent McDuffie, and go about finding his replacement here. Colton Hood is a fluid, instinctive corner with the footwork and transitional quickness to mirror receivers in man coverage. His ball skills flash on tape, and he plays with the kind of competitive edge the Chiefs covet on the perimeter. While he’ll need to add strength and refine his press technique, his movement skills and feel for routes give him legitimate starting upside.

Washington

V2 Pick: N/A – Broncos traded out of pick
V1 Pick: N/A – Broncos traded out of pick

Acquired from Miami in the Jaylen Waddle trade, this pick — much like Kansas City’s earlier — is used to replace their departing player. While this writer has Chris Bell (Louisville) and Omar Cooper Jr. (Indiana) graded slightly higher, Denzel Boston is the safest of the remaining receivers, and there have been rumblings of strong interest from Miami after his pro day. Boston offers prototypical size, dependable hands, and impressive acceleration for a bigger-bodied wideout. He’s more of a “jack of all trades, master of none,” but that versatility gives him a high floor. As with many receivers built like him, his draft range will ultimately hinge on how consistently he can separate against NFL-caliber coverage. He’s still a likely late first-rounder, and if he slips into Friday, he won’t be waiting long.

Clemson

V2 Pick: Cashius Howell (EDGE, Texas A&M)
V1 Pick: Cashius Howell EDGE, Texas A&M)

If the playoffs told us anything, it is that the Patriots’ work on the offensive line is not over. Will Campbell really struggled coming back from injury, after a promising rookie campaign beforehand. Meanwhile, Morgan Moses is a 35-year old journeyman who can be cut after 2026. Blake Miller is a rock solid early 2nd round type RT who would be a forgivable pick at this juncture to future proof their offensive line. Miller is a right tackle only, but he was very good in 2024 and 2025 and has some fans in the scouting community.

Notre Dame

V2 Pick: Brandon Cisse (CB, South Carolina)
V1 Pick: Emmanuel Pregnon (G, Oregon)

The Seahawks lost several key contributors in free agency after their Super Bowl run, but no departure stings more than Kenneth Walker III. With Zach Charbonnet expected to miss at least part of 2026 due to a late-season injury — and entering a contract year — Seattle suddenly has a glaring need in the backfield. This is earlier than most mock drafts slot Jadarian Price, but he’s the No. 36 player on my board, and there’s a steep drop-off at running back after him . Given how the Seahawks traditionally value the position and how central the run game is to their offensive identity, Price becomes a justifiable reach to close out Round 1. Price also fits Seattle’s system beautifully. He’s a smooth, decisive runner with the burst to threaten the perimeter. His blend of patience, acceleration, and balance mirrors the traits Seattle has historically prioritized — making him a natural stylistic successor to Walker and an ideal complement once Charbonnet returns.