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

Taylor Decker may retire, so he’ll obviously need to be replaced if that happens. If he waits a year, the Lions can put their new lineman at guard until Decker leaves the team.

Caleb Lomu is a tough blocker with solid potential.

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Pick change; previously Avieon Terrell, CB

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.

There’s some chatter that the Cowboys could trade George Pickens. If they do, they’ll obviously need to fill in the void at receiver because we saw how explosive their offense can be when CeeDee Lamb has a great complement.

Makai Lemon wins on contested catches even though he’s a bit shy of six feet.

Pick change; previously Kayden Proctor, OT

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.

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 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.

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

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

Pick change; previously Caleb Lomu, OT

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.

The Bears have the worst pressure rate in the NFL. They need help on the defensive line.

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.

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

Caleb Banks is a big interior defender who has quality pass-rush ability for his size.

Pick change; previously Kayden McDonald, DT

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.

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.

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

Pick change; previously L.T. Overton, 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.