With the official draft order set and no trades assumed, this 2026 NFL mock draft offers an early look at how the first round could play out. It serves as a starting point for fans and teams as the offseason unfolds.
1. Las Vegas Raiders: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana — the Heisman winner is projected as the top pick for a quarterback-needy Raiders. 2. New York Jets: Rueben Bain, EDGE, Miami (FL) — a high-ceiling pass rusher who could elevate the defense. 3. Arizona Cardinals: Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State — a versatile linebacker with notable pass-rush potential.
4. Tennessee Titans: David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech; 5. New York Giants: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah; 6. Cleveland Browns: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami; 7. Washington Commanders: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State; 8. New Orleans Saints: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame; 9. Kansas City Chiefs: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee.
10. Cincinnati Bengals: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU; 11. Miami Dolphins: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State; 12. Dallas Cowboys: T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson; 13. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL): Vega Ioane, IOL, Penn State; 14. Baltimore Ravens: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State; 15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn; 16. New York Jets (from IND): Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State; 17. Detroit Lions: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah; 18. Minnesota Vikings: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo.
19. Carolina Panthers: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon; 20. Dallas Cowboys (via GB): Caleb Banks, DT, Florida; 21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Makai Lemon, WR, USC; 22. Los Angeles Chargers: Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami (FL); 23. Philadelphia Eagles: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington; 24. Cleveland Browns (from JAX): K.C. Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M.
25. Chicago Bears: Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon; 26. Buffalo Bills: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia; 27. San Francisco 49ers: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina; 28. Houston Texans: Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State; 29. Los Angeles Rams: Trinidad Chambliss, QB, Ole Miss — Chambliss’ inclusion depends on eligibility and could shift if he isn’t in the draft; 30. Denver Broncos: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama; 31. New England Patriots: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech; 32. Seattle Seahawks: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson.
This first-look mock draft reflects early expectations for the 2026 class, with a clear emphasis on strengthening the offensive line, edge rushing, and defensive playmakers. It also places particular attention on quarterback options at the top, while Seattle’s final selection adds depth to protect the Super Bowl-winning roster as the league enters a busy draft cycle.
