The New York Jets currently sit at No. 2 with uncertainty surrounding their choice. The NFL Mock Draft Database’s consensus points to Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese as the leading candidate (roughly 56%), though several other names—David Bailey, Sonny Styles, and Carnell Tate—remain in the mix as alternatives. Some analysts advocate for a weapon on offense, but Reese is the most common projection for the second slot.
At No. 3, the Arizona Cardinals are projected to add David Bailey, an edge defender from Texas Tech, though his odds in consensus mock drafts are around 37%. Trade chatter has circulated about Dallas potentially moving up to land a defender for Arizona’s third pick, adding a layer of complexity to the early portion of the first round. Those discussions reflect the broader draft-night environment where moves can reshape the top of the order.
The Tennessee Titans appear likely to select Jeremiyah Love, a running back from Notre Dame, at No. 4 in many mock drafts (about 57%). There’s also consideration for a defensive playmaker such as Sonny Styles, and some projections align with that direction for Tennessee. The prevailing view in this feed remains that Love is the more probable fit at this spot.
The New York Giants at No. 5 feature Sonny Styles as the leading projection in the consensus mock data (around 37%), with alternatives including Jeremiyah Love, Carnell Tate, and Makai Lemon. The debate continues among analysts, with the writer favoring Love for New York to pair with the offense and give Jaxson Dart more options in year one.
Beyond the top five, the landscape remains fluid, with No. 6 through No. 10 highlighting a mix of receivers, edge rushers, and defensive backs. The Browns at No. 6 are tied to Carnell Tate in MDDB projections (roughly 40%), though trade scenarios and other targets such asFrancis Mauigoa have been discussed. The rest of the top 10—Washington at No. 7 with Caleb Downs, the Saints at No. 8 with Rueben Bain Jr., the Chiefs at No. 9 with Mansoor Delane, and the Giants at No. 10 with Jordyn Tyson—illustrates the breadth of opinions across mock drafts and the likelihood of trades altering outcomes.
Overall, this draft class is viewed as strong but not exceptional, with considerable emphasis on trades that could shuffle expected order. Round 1 action will be particularly engaging for Jets and Giants fans, as their selections carry outsized implications for rebuilding plans. The draft begins tonight at 8 p.m. ET, with analysts and teams alike hoping the night delivers clarity amid persistent speculation.
