2026 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 – Picks 17-32

The Ravens used a first-round pick on a cornerback, but that may not be enough, given the issues they have at the position.

Maxwell Hairston has plus size and has performed on a high level thus far in school.

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AFC teams can never have enough talented cornerbacks, given how many potent passing attacks are in the conference.

Ja’Bril Rawls is a tall cornerback with plenty of upside.

Jake Matthews might be heading into retirement by the time the 2026 NFL Draft occurs.

Spencer Fano needs to fill out his frame, but he was stationed at left tackle as a freshman.

The Cowboys don’t have much at receiver outside of CeeDee Lamb.

Kendrick Law didn’t do much as a freshman, but has breakout potential.

The Dolphins can’t count on Terron Armstead to remain healthy.

Austin Barber was inconsistent to start his collegiate career, but the upside is apparent.

Jacksonville signed Arik Armstead, but he’s just a temporary solution for its defensive tackle woes.

Jabari Lyons has displayed disruptive ability in the interior of the defensive line.

There’s no telling how much longer Jaire Alexander will be able to play at a high level.

Antonio Kite started as a backup at Alabama, but he has the upside to be a good starter.

Here’s another receiver for the Bills in case their current group doesn’t perform well.

Carnell Tate didn’t do much as a freshman, but he could certainly break out soon.

The Jets have gotten poor play from their safeties since losing Marcus Maye.

Kendal Daniels might be considered a linebacker-safety tweener.

Cooper Kupp won’t last much longer in the NFL, so here’s a potential replacement.

Eric Ayomanor is a big, physical receiver who was productive to start his collegiate career.

The 49ers need some serious help in the interior of their offensive line.

Ipani Laloulu can play both center and guard in the NFL.

AFC teams need all the pass-rushing help they can get, given how many great passing attacks there are in the conference.

Tyreak Sapp projects as a left end in the NFL. He has potential to be an impact player.

The Lions could stand to add one more boost to their secondary.

Peyton Bowen flashed some major potential to begin his collegiate career.

The Bengals will have to replace Tyler Boyd and perhaps Tee Higgins in the near future.

Tre Wilson is small, but he has some dangerous quickness.

A potential replacement for Travis Kelce, who could be nearing retirement when the 2026 NFL Draft occurs.

Mason Taylor is an athletic receiving tight end.

Another cornerback for the Eagles, who will lose their veterans at the position soon.

Domani Jackson had a disappointing start to his collegiate career, but has the upside to meet expectations.