2026 NFL Mock Draft: Round 5

The Texans haven’t addressed their secondary yet, which is something every team likes to do in the draft.

Bud Clark is a ball hawk with great speed, but is very frail and needs to bulk up for the pros.

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Chig Okonkwo is with the Redskins, so the Titans will want to add another tight end.

Joe Royer can make plays in the passing game, but must improve his blocking.

Another edge rusher is one of many things the Cardinals need.

Max Llewellyn improved his pass-rushing ability throughout his collegiate career. He has plenty of upside, as he could continue to improve.

The Titans don’t have a great situation at center, so they could use a mid-round pick to potentially find an upgrade.

Logan Jones was an effective run blocker for Kaleb Johnson. He needs to improve his pass protection.

Pick change; previously Taurean York, LB

The Giants could add a second cornerback to fix a problem area that’s persisted for a long time.

Tacario Davis is one of the tallest cornerbacks you’ll ever see (6-foot-4). He tested well at the combine.

Pick change; previously Kaden Wetjen, WR/KR

It feels like the Browns will draft a quarterback at some point, but who knows with them anymore?

Joe Fagano was an extremely accurate passer last year. He threw just one interception.

The Redskins added some edge rushers in free agency, but two of them were signed to just 1-year deals.

Patrick Payton is raw and needs to add bulk, but he has immense upside.

The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker, but Walker isn’t an every-down back, so Kansas City will need to find another running back.

J’Mari Taylor doesn’t have great burst for a smaller back, but he has great vision and can pass protect well.

The Browns need some depth upgrades in the interior of their offensive line.

Anez Cooper is strong at the point of attack. He’s a stout run blocker.

The Saints will probably be looking for a mid-round tight end to play behind Juwan Johnson.

Eli Raridon is a good route runner with plus athleticism, but carries a very checkered injury history.

The Dolphins have a miserable secondary that needs at least two or perhaps even three new cornerbacks.

Chandler Rivers is an instinctive and tough corneback, but is short.

The Cowboys have severe issues at cornerback that they can address much earlier.

Charles Demmings has good height and potential, but was flagged too often.

Pick change; previously Jaydn Ott, RB

It would be shocking if the Packers didn’t address their defensive line at some point.

Tim Keenan is a nose tackle who is solid in run support, but doesn’t generate much quarterback pressure.

The Ravens lost a couple of tight ends this offseason, so they could add multiple players at the position.

Josh Cuevas flashed some ability as a receiver, though he wasn’t overly productive at Alabama.

The Buccaneers don’t have a viable backup quarterback on their roster.

Diego Pavia was a winner throughout college, but he’s just 5-foot-9 and has severe limitations for the NFL.

The Colts are reportedly interested in Jonathan Greenard. If they don’t get him, they’ll have to find another defensive end in the 2026 NFL Draft. I could see them adding two edge rushers.

Logan Fano is a high-effort edge who plays the run very well.

The Lions really missed Frank Ragnow last year, so they’ll have to find a new center.

Pat Coogan is limited in athleticism, but he’s a tough run blocker who has been reliable in pass protection.

The Panthers don’t have the best depth on the defensive line, so they’ll need to use some mid-round picks to fix this issue.

Cameron Ball is a run-lane plugger who needs to show more of a pass-rush ability.

Pick change; previously Charles Demmings, CB

The Panthers lost Rico Dowdle, so they need to replace him behind Chuba Hubbard.

Le’Veon Moss is a physical back with good vision.

Pick change; previously Aaron Anderson, WR

The Packers traded for Zaire Franklin, but he’s coming off a down year. Here’s an insurance policy.

Keyshaun Elliott is a dangerous blitzer and a versatile linebacker.

Two receivers make sense for the Steelers in this draft, given their lack of depth at the position.

Jeff Caldwell is a massive, lengthy receiver with great speed. However, he’s a poor route runner who drops lots of passes.

Pick change; previously Jam Miller, RB

The Ravens would ideally draft a center earlier than this after losing Tyler Linderbaum.

Sam Hecht has supposedly maxed out his frame, so there’s not much upside. He has below-average power.

The Vikings have met with a bunch of mid-round running backs, which makes sense.

Seth McGowan is a patient runner with great vision, but didn’t have many explosive plays in college.

Pick change; previously V.J. Payne, S

The Jaguars will need to improve their cornerback depth to give them a better chance against Josh Allen.

Devin Moore is a very tall cornerback with a knack for intercepting passes, but has an extensive injury history.

The Bills could be looking for another pass rusher to help defeat Drake Maye.

George Gumbs is a raw edge rusher who has a high ceiling.

Pick change; previously Jordan Hudson, WR

The Jaguars are expected to really focus on their defensive line, as reported by Charlie Campbell.

Jeffery M’ba is a quality pass rusher (five sacks last year) with a nice skill set and upside.

The Texans signed Braden Smith, but he has a history of injuries and pyschological issues.

Aamil Wagner has plenty of upside with good height and length.

The Bills should look into adding multiple defensive tackles, given their severe issues against the run last year.

Gracen Halton is an interior pass rusher and a disruptor.

Pick change; previously Kaleb Proctor, DT

Chris Jones won’t be around forever, so the Chiefs need to add a defensive tackle.

Rayshaun Benny is a great run defender, but needs to develop some pass-rushing moves.

The Broncos reportedly would like to add a running back at some point during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Rahaul Faison is a sleeper runner with strong build and power.

Pick change; previously Terion Stewart, RB

The Patriots have to add multiple safeties because they are weak at the position.

V.J. Payne is a big safety who possesses great strength and some ability to play deep free safety.

Pick change; previously Caleb Douglas, WR

Receiver No. 3, as the Saints completely replenish their poor group of wideouts.

Kevin Coleman is an undersized receiver, but could play in the slot while doubling as a kick returner.

The Ravens may want to spend some energy developing a viable backup for Lamar Jackson.

Luke Altmyer was a solid game manager for Illinois. He improved his accuracy over the course of his collegiate career.

The Ravens could stand to add some depth to their secondary.

Michael Taaffe was strong in run support for the Longhorns.

Pick change; previously Tyler Onyedim, DE/DT

Everyone knows how bad the Raiders’ offensive line is. Their defensive line needs work as well.

Dontay Corleone is a massive nose tackle who was able to register 3.5 sacks a couple of seasons ago.

The Chiefs don’t have much at receiver, save for Rashee Rice, who can’t stand out of trouble.

Ja’Kobi Lane is a big receiver and an end zone threat.

Pick change; previously Marlin Klein, TE

The Cowboys don’t have the best depth in the interior of the offensive line.

Alex Harkey is a nasty run blocker, but must improve his pass protection.

Pick change; previously Cameron Ball, DT

Another offensive lineman for the Eagles, who really need to fix their woeful blocking from last year.

Ar’maj Reed-Adams is a strong and lengthy blocker, but he’s not quick and commits lots of penalties.

The Jets could use another defensive lineman for depth purposes.

Deven Eastern has a massive frame and can play in both the 4-3 and 3-4. He had 2.5 sacks last year.

Pick change; previously George Gumbs Jr., OLB

Tyler Guyton has struggled thus far, so competition is needed at left tackle.

J.C. Davis is a vesatile tackle, though he was woeful in a Week 2 performance versus Duke this past season.

The Lions may want a better backup at tight end in case Sam LaPorta gets hurt again.

Nate Boerkircher isn’t much of a receiver, but he’s a terrific blocker. He’ll be a 25-year-old rookie.