* Walt taking 2014 and 2018 |
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst |
Other 2026 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (1/23)
2027 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 9/3): Round 1 /Picks 17-32
Other 2027 Mock Drafts: Charlie Campbell (12/17)
(More links to previous NFL mock drafts at the bottom of this page)
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Cleveland Browns: Arch Manning, QB, Texas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Kayden Proctor, OT and Carnell Tate, WR
The Browns grab a future starter at quarterback.
In 2025, Manning completed 61 percent of his passes for 3,163 yards with 26 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He had 10 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.
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Tennessee Titans: Dylan Stewart, DE, South Carolina |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Arvell Reese, LB
The Titans could be targeting some edge rush youth by the 2027 NFL Draft.
In 2025, Stewart had 33 tackles, 4.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and two 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.
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Arizona Cardinals: Yhonzae Pierre, DE, Alabama |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Ty Simpson, QB
The Cardinals add more edge rush talent to their defense.
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 had 52 tackles with eight sacks, three forced fumbles, and one pass batted. He is an ascending player with a ton of upside.
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Las Vegas Raiders: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Fernando Mendoza, QB
The Raiders grab a No. 1 receiver for Fernando Mendoza.
In 2025, Smith caught 87 passes for 1,243 yards and 12 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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Minnesota Vikings: John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Brandon Cisse, CB
Unless J.J. McCarthy starts playing better, the Vikings could be looking for a replacement come the 2027 NFL Draft.
Mateer completed 62 percent of his passes for 2,885 yards with 14 touchdowns, 11 interceptions, and eight 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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Miami Dolphins: Dante Moore, QB, Oregon |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Spencer Fano, OT
By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Dolphins could be looking for a new franchise quarterback.
Moore has been a dynamic point-producer for the Ducks in 2025, making plays with his arm and legs. In 2025, Moore has completed 73 percent of his passes for 3,280 yards with 28 touchdowns and nine interceptions. Moore (6-3, 203) is a dangerous quarterback who is tough to defend. He has shown impressive arm talent and feel as a passer. Moore throws some beautiful deep balls and shows impressive composure and poise for a young player.
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Chicago Bears: John Henry Daley, DE, Utah |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Damon Wilson, DE
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 had 48 tackles with 11.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.
12/18-Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE 11/18-John Henry Daley, DE 10/22-Leonard Moore, CB 9/27-Zabien Brown, CB
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Carolina Panthers: Leonard Moore, CB, Notre Dame |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Zion Young, DE
Carolina could use a corner upgrade across from Jaycee Horn.
Moore has dealt with injuries but has played well in 2025. He had 31 tackles with five interceptions and seven 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.
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Dallas Cowboys: Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE, Arkansas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Rueben Bain, DE and Avieon Terrell, CB
The Cowboys add more defensive end talent.
Rhodes has been a bright spot for Arkansas in 2025, racking up eight sacks with 43 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.
12/18-John Henry Daley, DE 11/18-Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE 10/22-Arch Manning, QB 9/27-Nico Iamaleava, QB
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New York Giants: Wilkin Formby, OT, Alabama |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Caleb Downs, S
The Giants need a right tackle to pair with Andrew Thomas.
Formby (6-7, 324) is a big tackle with a lot of upside. He could be a riser over 2025 and 2026.
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New York Jets: Cam Coleman, WR, Texas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Dante Moore, QB, and Jordyn Tyson, WR
The Jets continue to build up the weapons for their young quarterback.
Coleman entered the transfer portal and will play with Texas in 2026. In 2025, Coleman had 56 catches for 708 yards and five touchdowns with Auburn. 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.
Click links to see the Jets' picks across all rounds:
Rd: 1 Pk: 14 | Rd: 1 Pk: 23| 12. |
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Boubacar Traore, DE, Notre Dame |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Sonny Styles, LB
Tampa Bay could use some young edge rush talent.
In 2025, Traore had 32 tackles and 7.5 sacks with a forced fumble. The 6-foot-5, 247-pound Troure has some speed and explosion at the point of attack. Traore is said to be extremely talented with an early-round skill set. In 2024, Traore had 12 tackles and three sacks and looked like he was just scratching the surface of his potential.
12/18-C.J. Allen, LB 11/18-Collin Simmons, LB 10/22-Ryan Williams, WR
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Pittsburgh Steelers: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Denzel Boston, WR
The Steelers take a quarterback of the future.
Sellers completed 61 percent of his passes for 2,437 yards with 13 touchdowns passing, eight interceptions, five rushing, and some yardage on the ground. He has been inconsistent, with some flashes of amazing passes and then missing some completions that he must complete for the NFL. In terms of his development as a football player, he probably should go back to college in 2026, but most players don’t think that way.
Sellers (6-3, 242) has a big-time skill set and could be a special quarterback. In 2024, Sellers completed 66 percent of his passes for 2,534 yards with 18 touchdown passes, seven interceptions, and seven rushing touchdowns. Sellers is a true dual-threat quarterback with dangerous running ability and impressive arm talent. With a cannon for an arm, Sellers can push the ball to all levels of the field with ease. His mobility, athleticism, escapability, and creativity to ad lib his team into a big play are very desirable to pro teams.
12/18-Nico Iamaleava, QB 11/18-John Mateer, QB 10/22-Nick Marsh, WR 9/27-C.J. Allen, LB 8/16-D.J. Lagway, WR
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New York Jets: Colin Simmons, LB, Texas |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Dante Moore, QB, and Jordyn Tyson, WR
By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Jets could be looking for some young linebacker talent.
In 2025, Simmons had 43 tackles, 12 sacks, three forced fumbles, and two passes 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.
Click links to see the Jets' picks across all rounds:
Rd: 1 Pk: 11 | Rd: 1 Pk: 23| 15. |
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Jacksonville Jaguars: Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): NONE
If not sooner, the Jaguars could be looking for a replacement for Travis Etienne come the 2027 NFL Draft.
In 2025, Baugh averaged 5.3 yards per carry for 1,170 yards with eight touchdowns. He has 33 receptions for 210 yards and two touchdowns. 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: Will Echoles, DT, Ole Miss |
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2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 1/9/26): Kayden McDonald, DT
The Chargers are going to need to add multiple young defensive line talents.
Echoles was a disruptive force for the Rebels in 2025 and made a lot of big plays for them at the point of attack. The 6-foot-3, 310-pounder showed run defense and pass rush ability as he totaled 68 tackles with five sacks and five passes batted. Echoles has quickness, athleticism, and strength.
