Sportsvival has done a couple of mock drafts over the past few months, tracking the movement of this 2026 class every step of the way. But now, after seeing which players teams have brought in for visits, hearing the latest rumors, and studying the best overall fits, this is it—our final mock draft. With Thursday’s draft right around the corner, this is how Sportsvival sees Round 1 playing out.
1. Las Vegas Raiders — QB Fernando Mendoza, Indiana: The Raiders get their franchise quarterback here, landing a poised and accurate passer who gives Las Vegas the long-term answer every team hopes to find at the top.
2. New York Jets — EDGE David Bailey, Texas Tech: The Jets add a dynamic pass rusher, giving their defense another explosive edge presence who can pressure the quarterback and set the tone up front.
3. Arizona Cardinals — T Francis Mauigoa, Miami (Fla.): Arizona strengthens the foundation of its offense with a powerful tackle who gives the Cardinals a long-term building block up front.
4. Tennessee Titans — RB Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame: The Titans add a dynamic offensive weapon, landing a big-play running back with burst and versatility.
5. New York Giants — EDGE/LB Arvell Reese, Ohio State: The Giants add speed and versatility to their front seven with a defender who can impact the game in multiple ways.
6. Cleveland Browns — WR Carnell Tate, Ohio State: Cleveland boosts its passing game with a polished wide receiver who can become a long-term difference-maker.
7. Washington Commanders — LB Sonny Styles, Ohio State: Washington adds size and range to the middle of its defense with a physical, do-it-all linebacker.
8. New Orleans Saints — EDGE Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (Fla.): The Saints add a powerful edge rusher who can bring strength and disruption off the corner.
9. Kansas City Chiefs — WR Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State: Kansas City adds another explosive weapon to its already dangerous offense.
10. New York Giants (from Cincinnati Bengals) — EDGE Keldric Faulk, LSU: The Giants double down on the defensive front with a powerful edge defender who adds toughness and depth.
11. Miami Dolphins — CB Mansoor Delane, LSU: Miami strengthens the secondary with a smooth, physical corner who can contribute right away.
12. Dallas Cowboys — CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee: Dallas adds a playmaker in the secondary with strong coverage ability and instincts.
13. Los Angeles Rams (from Atlanta Falcons) — TE Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon: The Rams add a versatile tight end who can create mismatches in the passing game.
14. Baltimore Ravens — G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State: Baltimore adds power to the interior offensive line, though Spencer Fano would also make sense here.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers — EDGE Akheem Mesidor, Miami (Fla.): The Buccaneers add speed and disruption to their pass rush.
16. New York Jets (from Indianapolis Colts) — WR Denzel Boston, Washington: The Jets add another explosive target to help elevate their passing attack.
17. Detroit Lions — T Monroe Freeling, Georgia: Detroit reinforces its already strong offensive line with another talented tackle.
18. Minnesota Vikings — S Dillon Thieneman, Oregon: The Vikings add an instinctive playmaker to stabilize the secondary.
19. Carolina Panthers — T Max Iheanachor, Arizona State: Carolina adds a long-term answer at tackle to help build the offense.
20. Dallas Cowboys (from Green Bay Packers) — EDGE Zion Young, Missouri: Dallas continues to build its defensive front with an athletic edge rusher.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers — T Spencer Fano, Utah: Pittsburgh adds a key piece to the offensive line to protect the quarterback and bring stability.
22. Los Angeles Chargers — DT Kayden McDonald, Ohio State: The Chargers add size and strength to the middle of their defense.
23. Philadelphia Eagles — T Kadyn Proctor, Alabama: The Eagles continue their tradition of building in the trenches with a powerful tackle.
24. Cleveland Browns (from Jacksonville Jaguars) — T Caleb Lomu, Utah: Cleveland adds another offensive line piece to strengthen the unit.
25. Chicago Bears — DT Peter Woods, Clemson: The Bears land a disruptive interior defender who can anchor the front.
26. Buffalo Bills — LB CJ Allen, Georgia: Buffalo adds speed and toughness to the linebacker group.
27. San Francisco 49ers — WR KC Concepcion, Texas A&M: The 49ers add another versatile playmaker to their offense.
28. Houston Texans — T Blake Miller, Clemson: Houston continues to invest in protecting its offense with a reliable tackle.
29. Kansas City Chiefs (from Los Angeles Rams) — CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson: The Chiefs strengthen the secondary with a talented cover corner.
30. Miami Dolphins (from Denver Broncos) — WR Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana: Miami adds another explosive weapon to its passing game.
31. New England Patriots — DT Caleb Banks, Florida: The Patriots add a massive interior presence who could become their new Vince Wilfork.
32. Seattle Seahawks — S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo: The Super Bowl Champion Seahawks add another versatile playmaker to their secondary, landing a safety who can impact the game in coverage and support all over the field.
Our board is fluid, and team needs, scheme fits, visits, rumors, and late movement always play a role, and although Sportsvival knows there will be several trades on draft night, this is our final look at how Round 1 could unfold heading into Thursday night.