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

Unless Tyler Shough impresses as a rookie, New Orleans could be looking for a replacement for Derek Carr.

Manning has flashed his excellent skill set in relief work for Quinn Ewers in 2024. Manning has completed 68 percent of his passes for 939 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.

The Titans could kick Dan Moore Jr. or J.C. Latham inside to guard and add more protection for Cam Ward.

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

The Browns grab an end to go opposite Myles Garrett.

Faulk was a beast for Auburn in 2024, with a big-time presence behind the line of scrimmage. He had seven sacks, 45 tackles, and one forced fumble. 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.

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The Browns grab more cornerback talent to go with Denzel Ward.

Gulbeau showed impressive coverage skills in 2024 blanketing receivers to keep them from getting open. In 2024, he had 58 tackles with three passes broken up. The 6-foot, 190-pounder

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The Raiders need a true No. 1 corner

The 6-foot, 190-pound McCoy had an excellent sophomore season with 44 tackles, four interceptions, and seven passes broken up. He played well in 2023 with 31 tackles, two interceptions, and seven breakups. McCoy is an instinctive corner with good ball skills and a willing tackler.

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

Hill (6-3, 235) was impressive as a true freshman in 2023, and it looked like he was scratching the surface of his ability. He totaled 67 tackles with five sacks, one forced fumble, and two passes defended. In 2024, Hill had 113 tackles with eight sacks, one pass broken up, and an interception.

The Bears add a safety to be a difference maker on the back end.

In 2024, Downs had 76 tackles with six passes broken up and two interceptions. 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.

Unless their day-two picks show promise this season, the Panthers need more edge rush talent.

Parker has had a breakout sophomore season for the Tigers, accumulating 57 tackles, 11 sacks, and six forced fumbles in 2024. The 6-foot-3, 265-pound player possesses excellent size and impressive instincts for his age. In his freshman season, Parker recorded 5.5 sacks and 33 tackles.

Dallas could use an impact player across from Micah Parsons.

Uiagalelei was a beast for the Ducks in 2024, recording 10.5 sacks with two forced fumbles, one interception, one pass batted, and 38 tackles. The 6-foot-5, 270-pounder has good size, strength, and athleticism.

The Patriots grab more receiving talent for Drake Maye.

After Washington lost a trio of good receivers to the NFL, Boston enjoyed a breakout season for the Huskies in 2024. He had 64 receptions for 834 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.

The Vikings take a replacement for Harrison Smith.

Sabb has been a tough defender for Alabama in 2024. He had 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.

The Jets need a long-term quarterback.

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 completed 64 percent of his passes for 4,403 yards with 29 touchdowns and 12 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.

Anthony Richardson is heading towards bust status, and Daniel Jones could prove to be just a backup-quality quarterback. Here’s a new starter for the Colts.

In 2024, Allar completed 67 percent of his passes for 3,327 yards with 24 touchdowns passing, six rushing scores, and eight interceptions. Allar completed 60 percent of his passes in 2023 for 2,631 yards, 25 touchdowns, and two interceptions. The 6-foot-5, 243-pounder has a powerful arm and the potential to be a special pocket passer.

Unless Jonah Williams can finally stay healthy, Arizona is going to need more offensive line talent.

Barber had some growing pains but also showed potential in 2023. In 2024 he got better as the season progressed and became a solid blocker to protect D.J. Lagway. The 6-foot-6, 315-pounder could be a riser in 2025.

Joey Bosa is gone and Khalil Mack is not a long-term starter. Here is a young edge rusher for Los Angeles that can also upgrade Los Angeles defense at linebacker.

Perkins was a dangerous quarterback hunter for the Rebels in 2024, recording 10.5 sacks with 60 tackles and an interception. He had 38 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 2023. The 6-foot-1, 210-pounder needs to gain weight and get stronger for the NFL.

Riq Woolen is nearing the end of his contract and Seattle could use more cornerback talent to go with Devon Witherspoon

In 2024, Farrell has been a tough defender for the Hoosiers. He had 49 tackles with four interceptions and one pass batted. The 6-foot-2, 200-pounder has good size to go along with ball skills.