* Walt taking 2014 and 2018 |
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst |
Other 2026 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (11/21)
2027 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 9/3): Round 1 /Picks 17-32
Other 2027 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (10/22)
(More links to previous NFL mock drafts at the bottom of this page)
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Las Vegas Raiders: Nico Iamaleava, QB, UCLA |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Kayden Proctor, OT
The Raiders grab a long-term starter.
In 2025, Iamaleava has completed 64 percent of his passes for 1,659 yards with 12 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He has four scores on the ground. In 2024, Iamaleava had an excellent debut as a freshman with Tennessee. He completed 64 percent of his passes for 2,616 yards with 19 touchdowns and five interceptions. He also ran for 358 yards and three touchdowns. After the season, Iamaleava got into a dispute with the Volunteers over NIL money and ended up transferring to UCLA. Family health issues for Iamaleava also played a big factor in the transfer. Iamaleava has a good arm, athleticism, and big-play ability.
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Tennessee Titans: Yhonzae Pierre, DE, Alabama |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Spencer Fano, OT
The Titans could be targeting some edge rush youth by the 2027 NFL Draft.
The 6-foot-3, 248-pound Pierre has been a tough defender for the Crimson Tide in 2025. He has been a dangerous edge rusher with speed and physicality to push through blocks. In 2025, Pierre has 34 tackles with six sacks and three forced fumbles thus far. He is an ascending player with a ton of upside.
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New Orleans Saints: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Ty Simpson, QB
It will be interesting to see how Chris Olave performs in 2025 and 2026, but the Saints could be in the market to grab a No. 1 receiver for their young quarterback.
In 2025, Smith has caught 69 passes for 902 yards and 10 touchdowns. Smith (6-3, 215) took college football by storm as a freshman, and he dominated for the Buckeyes. In his debut season, Smith caught 76 passes for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns. He showed size, speed, athleticism, and natural feel in a tremendous freshman year, helping Ohio State win a National Championship.
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Cleveland Browns: Dylan Stewart, DE, South Carolina |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Fernando Mendoza, QB and Chris Bell, WR
The Browns grab an end to pair with Myles Garrett.
In 2025, Stewart has 31 tackles, 4.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and twp passes defended. The 6-foot-5, 245-pound Stewart was superb for the Gamecocks in 2024. As a freshman, he was an immediate impact player, totaling 6.5 sacks with three forced fumbles, one pass batted, and 23 tackles. Stewart has a lot of potential to develop.
10/22-Yhonzae Pierre, DE 9/27-Cam Coleman, WR 8/16-Anthonie Knapp, OT
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Minnesota Vikings: Arch Manning, QB, Texas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Brandon Cisse, CB
Unless J.J. McCarthy starts playing better, the Vikings could be looking for a replacement come the 2027 NFL Draft.
In 2025, Manning has completed 63 percent of his passes for 2,374 yards with 19 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He has six rushing touchdowns. Manning flashed his excellent skill set in relief work for Quinn Ewers in 2024. Manning has completed 68 percent of his passes for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions. He also has two rushing touchdowns. The 6-foot-4, 225-pounder has a strong arm and is athletic with running ability for the NFL.
10/22-Anthonie Knapp, OT 9/27-Avery Johnson, QB 8/16-Dominick McKinley, DT
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Miami Dolphins: Avery Johnson, QB, Kansas State |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Keldric Faulk, DE
By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Dolphins could be looking for a new franchise quarterback.
Johnson has completed 61 percent of his passes for 2,168 yards with 17 touchdowns passing, five interceptions, and two touchdowns rushing. In 2024, Johnson completed 58 percent of his passes for 2,712 yards with 25 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Johnson (6-3, 196) has an intriguing skill set with arm talent, athleticism, and running ability.
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Chicago Bears: John Henry Daley, DE, Utah |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): A’Mauri Washington, DT
The Bears could target more edge-rush talent in 2026 and/or 2027.
The 6-foot-4, 247-pound Daley has been a beast for the Utes in 2025. He has been dominating tackles with power, quickness, and an insane motor. In 2025, Daley has 44 tackles with 9.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.
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Carolina Panthers: Leonard Moore, CB, Notre Dame |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Rueben Bain Jr., DE
Carolina could use a corner upgrade across from Jaycee Horn.
Moore has dealt with injuries but has played well in 2025. He has 25 tackles with three interceptions and three passes defended. With Benjamin Morrison hurt, Moore was phenomenal in 2024, helping the Fighting Irish reach the National Championship. He totaled 48 tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles, and 11 passes broken up. Moore (6-2, 195) has an excellent skill set with size, speed, athleticism, and is a natural football player.
10/22-John Henry Daley, DE 9/27-Anthonie Knapp, OT 8/16-Leonard Moore, CB
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Dallas Cowboys: Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE, Arkansas |
2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Jordyn Tyson, WR and Cashius Howell, OLB
The Cowboys add more defensive line talent.
Rhodes has been a bright spot for Arkansas in 2025, racking up eight sacks with 39 tackles. At 6-foot-6, 276 pounds, Rhodes has good size to set the edge with height and length. Rhodes has enjoyed a breakout season and could be a riser during the 2026 or 2027 process.
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New York Giants: Cam Coleman, WR, Auburn |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Isaiah World, OT
The Giants grab a receiver to pair with Malik Nabers.
In 2025, Coleman has 47 catches for 617 yards and four touchdowns. While other freshman receivers got more attention, Coleman (6-3, 197) flashed tremendous ability with size, speed, and athleticism. He caught 37 passes for 598 yards and eight touchdowns in his debut. If Auburn can give Coleman more consistent quarterback play, he could explode as a sophomore or junior.
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New York Jets: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Dante Moore, QB
The Jets grab a corner to pair with Sauce Gardner.
In 2025, Brown has 22 tackles, one interception, and three passes broken up. Brown flashed a lot of ability in 2024 with 18 tackles, three interceptions, and two passes broken up. Brown (6-0, 192) has a lot of upside.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Collin Simmons, LB, Texas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Zion Young, DE
Tampa Bay could use some young linebacker talent.
In 2025, Simmons has 33 tackles, nine sacks, two forced fumbles, and one pass broken up. In 2024, Simmons had an excellent debut for Texas and showed serious pass-rush ability with nine sacks. He also had three forced fumbles, 48 tackles, two passes defended, and one interception. Simmons (6-3, 245) has upside and could be even better after gaining experience.
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Pittsburgh Steelers: John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Mansoor Delane, CB
The Steelers take a quarterback of the future.
Mateer has completed 64 percent of his passes for 1,949 yards with eight touchdowns, seven interceptions, and six rushing touchdowns. For the NFL, Mateer looks like a starter who could be a very dangerous signal-caller. Mateer (6-1, 224) is an accurate passer with excellent ball placement overall. He has a few throws get away from him, but Mateer has impressive precision as a passer. Mateer is very mobile in the pocket and can hurt defenses on the ground. As a passer, Mateer is similar to Baker Mayfield, but Mateer is a better athlete and more dangerous with his feet.
Mateer played well for Washington State in 2024 and impressed in his first year as a starter. He completed 65 percent of his passes for 3,139 yards with 29 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Mateer has some mobility and is a gritty competitor. Some team sources have compared Mateer to former Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield. Mateer (6-1, 224) could be a high riser during the 2025 season.
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New York Jets: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Dante Moore, QB and L.T. Overton, DT
By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Jets could be looking for some young linebacker talent.
Thus far in 2025, Allen has 78 tackles with 3.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and three passes broken up. Allen came on for the Bulldogs during the 2024 season and showed improvement throughout the season. In 2024, he totaled 76 tackles with an interception and four passes broken up. As a freshman in 2023, Allen had 41 tackles with two breakups. The 6-foot-1, 235-pounder is a smart linebacker with instincts, toughness, and versatility.
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Jacksonville Jaguars: Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): NONE
If not sooner, the Jaguars could be looking for a replacement for Travis Etienne come the 2027 NFL Draft.
In 2025, Baugh has averaged 4.9 yards per carry for 808 yards with six touchdowns. He has 31 receptions for 175 yards. The 6-foot-1, 227-pound Baugh flashed serious running ability for the Gators in 2024 as a freshman. While other backs got more carries, Baugh showed a dangerous burst and power to get yards after contact. Baugh averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 673 yards and seven touchdowns. He had four catches for 33 yards and a score. Baugh could explode if the Gators make him their feature back.
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Los Angeles Chargers: James Smith, DT, Alabama |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 11/19/25): Jermod McCoy, CB
The Chargers are going to need to add some young interior defensive line talent.
The 6-foot-3, 297-pound Smith has a lot of talent and could break out in 2025 or 2026. He has flashed some disruptive ability in the early going of 2025. Smith has 20 tackles and a sack thus far.
