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

The Lions could stand to add a better bookend across from Aidan Hutchinson.

Damon Wilson has great speed off the edge.

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This new pick for the Jets could be anything. It could even be Sauce Gardner.

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

Pick change; previously Jermod McCoy, CB

The Panthers have severe issues stopping the pass, so they’ll need to add another cornerback.

Jermod McCoy is an instinctive cornerback who tackles well.

Pick change; previously Avieon Terrell, CB

The Steelers can’t block, so they may try to resolve that problem with this pick.

Jude Bowry is an athletic tackle with plenty of upside and toughness.

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

Francis Mauigoa has immense upside as a potential left tackle in the NFL. His brother was just drafted in the fifth round.

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

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

Dalton Schultz is a solid tight end, but giving C.J. Stroud a dominant intermediate target could really take the offense to the next level.

Kenyon Sadiq has upside as an athletic tight end.

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

Carnell Tate didn’t do much as a freshman, but the tall receiver had a breakout sophomore campaign.

The Chargers have a weak group of cornerbacks that must be addressed.

Will Lee has great length and size.

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

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

The Browns lost Jedrick Wills, so they need a new left tackle.

Isaiah World is a lengthy tackle with good power.

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

Caleb Lomu is a tough blocker with solid potential.

Rueben Bain was very productive as a freshman and has a ton of upside.

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

Sonny Styles is a versatile linebacker who plays well in coverage.

Pick change; previously Drew Shelton, OT/G/C

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

A’Mauri Washington is a big nose tackle who has surprising athleticism for someone his size.

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

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