2026 NFL Mock Draft – Round 1 (17-32) – Charlie Campbell



* Walt taking 2014 and 2018
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst
Last update: Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Round 1 added.
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2026 NFL MOCK DRAFT – WALT’S | CHARLIE’S ROUND: 1

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17. NFL Team Logo for Browns Cleveland Browns: Drew Allar, QB, Penn State

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Kenneth Grant, DT

By the 2026 draft, the Browns could be drafting their replacement for Deshaun Watson.

In 2024, Allar has completed 69 percent of his passes for 2,894 yards with 21 touchdowns passing, six rushing scores, and seven interceptions. Allar completed 60 percent of his passes in 2023 for 2,631 yards, 25 touchdowns, and two interceptions. The 6-foot-5, 243-pounder has a powerful arm and the potential to be a special pocket passer.


18. NFL Team Logo for Cowboys Dallas Cowboys: Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Ashton Jeanty, RB

By the 2026 NFL Draft, the Cowboys could use a young receiver to pair with CeeDee Lamb.

Ayomanor (6-2, 210) is a strong and tough receiver that played really well in 2023. In a breakout season for the Cardinal, Ayomanor caught 62 passes for 1,013 yards and six touchdowns. In 2024, Ayomanor had 63 catches for 831 yards and six touchdowns.

19. NFL Team Logo for Falcons Atlanta Falcons: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Mykel Williams, DE

By the 2026 NFL Draft, Atlanta could use a replacement for one of their offensive tackles.

The 6-foot-6, 315-pound Mauigoa is talented and could be a riser over the 2024 and 2025 seasons.


20. NFL Team Logo for Rams Los Angeles Rams: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Daylen Everette, CB

The Rams grab a future replacement for Tyler Higbee.

Taylor (6-6, 255) has a good skill set with size, speed, and athleticism. He could take on a bigger role in the passing offense with Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. in the NFL. In 2023 Taylor caught 36 passes for 348 yards and a touchdown. In 2024, Taylor has 55 catches for 546 yards with two touchdowns.

21. NFL Team Logo for Jets New York Jets: Domani Jackson, CB, Alabama

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Luther Burden III, WR

By the 2026 NFL Draft, the Jets could be looking for a corner to pair with Sauce Gardner.

In 2024, Jackson has 47 tackles with seven passes defended and two interceptions. Jackson (6-1, 190) has a good skill set and potential to rise. Jackson did not become the star he was expected to be at USC, but he could blossom at Alabama. He had 32 tackles with three passes defended in 2023.


22. NFL Team Logo for Packers Green Bay Packers: Peter Woods, DE, Clemson

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Benjamin Morrison, CB

Preston Smith was traded away and Green Bay could use a replacement..

Woods got his season off to a strong start against Georgia and he has been disruptive for Clemson. Thus far in 2024, he has three sacks and 21 tackles. Woods (6-3, 315) has upside to be better in 2025.


23. NFL Team Logo for Buccaneers Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Jihaad Campbell, LB

Given the age of Lavonte David, the Bucs need multiple young linebacker talents.

Hill (6-3, 235) was impressive as a true freshman in 2023, and it looked like he was scratching the surface of his ability. He totaled 67 tackles with five sacks, one forced fumble, and two passes defended. In 2024, Hill has 90 tackles with 7.5 sacks, one pass broken up, and an interception.


24. NFL Team Logo for Texans Houston Texans: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Malaki Starks, S

The Texans could target an understudy for Laremy Tunsil come 2026.

Fano (6-5, 304) has a lot of talent and played well at left tackle during his freshman season with the Utes.

25. NFL Team Logo for Ravens Baltimore Ravens: Chaz Chambliss, LB, Georgia

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Harold Perkins, OLB

The Ravens could target a linebacker to replace Patrick Queen and one that can contribute in the pass rush

Chambliss has provided some clutch plays for the Bulldogs in 2024 while recording 38 tackles with 6.5 sacks. The 6-foot-2, 250-pounder has versatility as a run defender and pass rusher.


26. NFL Team Logo for 49ers San Francisco 49ers: Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Mason Graham, DT

The 49ers could use more young talent at cornerback.

Hairston was excellent for Kentucky in 2023, recording 66 tackles with six passes broken up and five interceptions. The 6-foot-1, 181-pounder has a good skill set and is instinctive. In 2024, Hairston had 19 tackles with an interception, one sack, and one forced fumble.


27. NFL Team Logo for Dolphins Miami Dolphins: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Jordan Burch, DT

The Dolphins could use some cornerback youth.

Tate flashed as a freshman in 2023, catching 18 passes for 264 yards and a touchdown. He could be primed to breakout in 2024. In 2024, Tate has 41 receptions for 583 yards and four touchdowns.

28. NFL Team Logo for Bills Buffalo Bills: Amare Farrell, CB, Indiana

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Jalon Walker, OLB

The Bills could use some cornerback youth.

In 2024, Farrell has been a tough defender for the Hoosiers. He has 42 tackles with four interceptions and one pass batted. The 6-foot-2, 200-pounder has good size to go along with ball skills.


29. NFL Team Logo for Eagles Philadelphia Eagles: Elijah Pritchett, OT, Alabama

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Bradyn Swinson, DE

Philadelphia grabs a some offensive line youth.

The 6-foot-6, 312-pound Pritchett has serious talent and could become another Alabama offensive tackle with early-round play.


30. NFL Team Logo for Bengals Cincinnati Bengals: Aaron Anderson, WR, LSU

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Nick Emmanwori, S

Tee Higgins could be gone and if Jermaine Burton doesn’t break out, the Bengals should grab Joe Burrow another receiving weapon.

Anderson (5-8, 187) is a speedster receiver that is a threat to score anytime he touches the ball. In 2024 Anderson has 53 receptions for 784 yards and five touchdowns. Anderson has a lot of upside to develop.

31. NFL Team Logo for Chiefs Kansas City Chiefs: Daniel Harris, CB, Georgia

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Tyler Booker, G

The Chiefs could be looking for more cornerback talent come 2026.

Harris has flashed ability for Georgia in 2024, starting across from Daylen Everette. As a sophomore, Harris has 20 tackles with three passes broken up. The 6-foot-3, 195-pounder has the upside to improve in 2025.


32. NFL Team Logo for Lions Detroit Lions: Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama

2025 NFL Mock Draft (as of 12/20/24: Mike Green, DE

The Lions could use a third receiver to pair with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.

Bernard has played well in 2024, with 46 catches for 714 yards and two touchdowns. The 6-foot-1, 209-pounder has the upside to produce more in 2025.