The NFL combine is always reshaping draft boards. Following a stellar 40-yard dash, elite testing numbers and on-field drills, here’s my updated 2026 NFL Mock Draft (combined version) with complete first-round projections and team-by-team fit.
1. Las Vegas Raiders: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
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Mendoza Solidified himself as QB1 at NFL combines (6-foot-4, 236 pounds). this Strategy A franchise quarterback is needed, and this pick feels like a lock. The 2026 NFL Draft starts with the second overall pick.
2. New York Jets: Arvelle Reese, EDGE, Ohio State
this jet plane Can be considered Caleb Downs or sonny stylesbut senior passers win the draft. Rees Has the highest upside of any EDGE in the 2026 class.
3. Arizona Cardinals: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Arizona protect its future. Fano A true franchise offensive tackle with minimal position risk, he is a safe, high-impact NFL Draft pick for new coach Mike LaFleur.
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4. Tennessee Titans: Jeremiah Love, running back, Tennessee
After a 4.36-second 40-yard dash, like Consolidating his position as one of the biggest winners at the NFL combine. tennessee A breakout running back backs up Cam Ward.
5. New York Giants: Caleb Downs, SF, Ohio State
downs Possibly the best player in the 2026 NFL Draft. Elite range, intuition and versatility. Direct defensive cornerstone giant. Harbaugh gets his next Kyle Hamilton.
6. Cleveland Browns: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
The Biletnikoff championship brings elite ability and toughness to the YAC. lemon Serves as a high-capacity slot weapon with Pro Bowl advantages. No, I don’t care about the joint interview he gave on the podium and everyone was freaking out for no reason. A+ picks browns here.
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7. Washington Commander: David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech University
Bailey Ran a 4.51 at the combine and remains the best pure pass rusher in this draft. this commander There will be a top rusher falling into their hands.
8. New Orleans Saints: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
He was one of the most improved players since the historic combine, going 6-5, 244 with a 4.46 40-yard dash. style Provides rare coverage ability and a legitimate pass rush. this saint need one Demario Davis Substitutions and styles can appear and dominate instantly.
9. Kansas City Chiefs: Rueben Bain, EDGE, Miami
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High motor. Delicate hand use. Strong running back. Bain perfect fit kansas city Defense plan.
10. Cincinnati Bengals: Mansour Deline, CB, LSU
cincinnati Need a real CB1. Delaine’s Intuition and skill give him legitimate Pro Bowl upside.
11. Miami Dolphins: Carnell Tate, wide receiver, Ohio State
Miami Add a real X receiver Tate Gallery Has dimensions and red zone values ​​to supplement Jaylen Waddle.
12. Dallas Cowboys: Jermaine McCoy, CB, Tennessee
dallas Last season was one of the worst pass defenses in the NFL. McCoy Provides elite advantages and CB1 traits.
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13. Los Angeles Rams (from ATL): Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Top offensive line prospects belong rams And Sean McVay’s legs. moigoa is an immediate protection upgrade.
14. Baltimore Ravens: Caleb Banks, DL, Florida State
85+ inches wingspan. bank Is a sports fanatic. A rare trait. baltimore Bet on new head coach Jesse Minter’s defensive upside in the first round.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kenion Sadiq, TE, Oregon State
4.39 speed. 43.5 inches vertical. Sadiq was one of the combine’s biggest standouts and a nightmare of mismatches. tampa bay Always select offensive players in the first round.
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16. New York Jets (via IND): Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
this jet plane Double the upside. Simpson Has prototypical size and has one of the highest ceilings among quarterbacks in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
17. Detroit Lions: Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Skills and mistakes made Terrell very suitable detroit Secondary.
18. Minnesota Vikings: Dillon Thienemann, SF, Oregon State
After running 4.37, Thienemann Looks like a top 15 talent. minnesota Replacement found for Harrison Smith.
19. Carolina Panthers: CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
High football IQ and leadership traits. Allen Become a defensive quarterback carolina need.
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20. Dallas Cowboys (from UK): Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, SF, Toledo
dallas The Super Athletic continues to rebuild its secondary after finishing last in passing yards allowed. McNeil-Warren.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Omar Cooper Jr., wide receiver, Indiana
4.43 40 sealed his first-round status. Omar Cooper Jr.. is a multifunctional weapon Deebo Samuel– Usage potential of the type Steelers.
22. Los Angeles Chargers: Vega Ioane, G, Penn State
Ioane Is the best linebacker in the 2026 NFL Draft class. Instant start protection Justin Herbert on the charger.
23. Philadelphia Eagles: Jordin Tyson, wide receiver, Arizona State
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Medical issues contributed to the decline, but Tyson Has clear Pro Bowl-level advantages eagles It’s okay to take risks.
24. Cleveland Browns: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Franchise left tackle potential. cleveland Prioritize Trench Dominance Lomu.
25. Chicago Bears: Kayden McDonald, DL, Ohio State
McDonald’s is an elite run defender who stepped up chicago Defensive inside man.
26. Buffalo Bills: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
boston Is an elite receiving specialist with WR1 upside. Huge value for 26th place bill A team that needs an upgrade at WR.
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27. San Francisco 49ers: Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
young Explosive pass rush characteristics. strong fit san francisco, Even if new DC Raheem Morris abandons the Wide-9 scheme.
28. Houston Texans: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
High offensive tackle fills team’s primary roster need Texans. Freeling He also performed well in the combine, ensuring his first-round draft status.
29. Los Angeles Rams: Drew Allar, QB, Penn State
The biggest surprise of the first round. Alar Has the strongest arm in the draft and typical NFL size. Development potential is lagging behind Matthew Stafford At ram.
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30. Denver Broncos: Chris Bell, wide receiver, Louisville
Recovering from ACL Injury, bell Provides YAC with elite ability and vertical explosiveness Broncos An offense that needs it.
31. New England Patriots: Kadyn Proctor, linebacker, Alabama
proctor He is a burly interior forward with the ability to be a starting guard. if patriots Already dead-set Will Campbell Stay at left tackle, and then they’ll need to find a linebacker next to him.
32. Seattle Seahawks: Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
Powerful comprehensive performance and starting quality characteristics make Johnson Logical first-last choice. this seahawks Maybe it can be kept Josh Jobbut they are unlikely to retain Rick Woolen.
