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

The Lions were anemic against the pass in the second half of the season. Their secondary needs multiple upgrades, one of which they could obtain with this pick.

The younger brother of A.J. Terrell, Avieon Terrell is a very instinctive cornerback who plays bigger than his 5-foot-11 size.

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The Vikings could stand to improve their secondary, so cornerback or safety must be addressed soon.

Brandon Cisse has been an impressive cover cornerback. He has nice size and plus speed and athleticism.

Axe Tepper will do anything in his power to justify the selection of Bryce Young, so he’ll want to give his quarterback another weapon.

Kenyon Sadiq has upside as an athletic tight end.

If Tyler Guyton continues to play like a bust, the Cowboys will need to find a new tackle.

Kayden Proctor is a colossal, 360-pound blocker. He has great potential, but has some character concerns.

The Steelers had major problems stopping the pass last year, thanks to some poor play they had at cornerback. They could find an upgrade with this pick.

Jermod McCoy is an instinctive cornerback who tackles well, but is coming off a torn ACL.

The Chargers had massive issues on the offensive line last year. Everyone talks about the tackles, but guard was a big problem as well.

Ola Ioane is an explosive guard with a nasty streak.

Pick change; previously Will Lee, CB

The Eagles may have to replace Lane Johnson soon, so they may use this pick to do that.

Caleb Lomu is a tough blocker with solid potential.

The Browns need a bookend for Myles Garrett for the present and a replacement for the future.

R. Mason Thomas is a speedy and dynamic edge rusher.

Cashius Howell is fast off the edge and has several impressive pass-rushing moves.

Keon Coleman continues to be a big disappointment. The Bills need a legitimate No. 1 receiver.

Denzel Boston is a huge receiver with big-play potential.

Pick change; previously Chris Bell, WR

The 49ers have a dreadful pass rush. They could stand to add some talent in the defensive interior.

Kayden McDonald is a disruptive defender who has plus athleticism at his big size.

The Texans have great edge players, but they could stand to improve the interior of their defensive line.

Peter Woods is a disruptive interior lineman.

Pick change; previously L.T. Overton, DT

Rob Havenstein is an impending free agent following the 2025 season, so the Rams may need to find a new right tackle.

Monroe Freeling is a reliable pass protector and a capable run blocker. He has good size and could become a left tackle in the pros.

The Broncos could stand to bolster their defensive line so they can improve against the run.

L.T. Overton projects as a five-technique. He’s a tough defender with good quickness and athleticism.

Pick change; previously Peter Woods, DT

The Patriots could use an upgrade at linebacker next to Robert Spillane.

C.J. Allen is a smart, tough, and instinctive linebacker.

The Seahawks are strengthening a strength here, as they have one of the best pass rushes in the NFL.

Akheem Mesidor is a physical edge setter and a consistent pass rusher.

Pick change; previously T.J. Parker, DE