The 2026 NFL Draft is rapidly approaching, and with the main wave of free agency about over, teams have clearly begun kicking it into high-gear for the NFL Draft. After the draft, it's realistic to expect another small wave of free agency, as teams that aren't able to fill certain needs could turn to the remaining free agents to help with that.
But the best way to sustain success in the NFL is to draft and develop, and that's what the best teams in the NFL prioritize. The main issue with this year's class, though, is that it's not all that talented compared to recent classes, and this could not be more true for the quarterback class.
There might be two first-round quarterbacks this year, just two years removed from having six going in the first round alone. As the NFL Draft approaches, and is now less than one month away, let's get into our fresh mock draft, a two-rounder with some big-time trades.
Updated 2026 NFL Mock Draft with big-time trades
1. Las Vegas Raiders - Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Unless something historic happens, the Raiders will take Fernando Mendoza, a 6-5, 236 pound pocket passer who has a bit of Kirk Cousins and Joe Burrow to his game. He's going to live in the pocket and could land as one of the top 10-12 quarterbacks in the league if all goes well.
2. New York Jets - Arvell Reese, LB/EDGE, Ohio State
The Jets use the second pick in this mock draft on Arvell Reese. He could end up playing both inside linebacker and EDGE rusher in the NFL, and not only that, but his athletic profile makes him too good a prospect to pass up.
3. Arizona Cardinals - Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
Francis Mauigoa is a huge right tackle prospect and could be the best player on the board for the Arizona Cardinals, who surely can't justify taking quarterback Ty Simpson this high.
4. Tennessee Titans - Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
The Titans take Sonny Styles at pick four and not a running back. With Robert Saleh in town, a bigger emphasis on the defense is going to continue happening.
5. New York Giants - Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Jeremiyah Love could be a huge get for the New York Giants offense. He's off the board at pick five in our latest mock draft and will instantly help out Jaxson Dart in his development. A strong offensive line and run game are a quarterback's best friends on the field, and the Giants could take Love to cross the strong run game off the to-do list.
6. Dallas Cowboys (via CLE) - David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
Trade! The Dallas Cowboys trade up six spots for David Bailey, an insanely productive pass-rusher from Texas Tech. Bailey's skillset is very similar to that of Nik Bonitto, who is a top-7 pass-rusher in the NFL for the Broncos.
Dallas could really make another major change on the defensive side of the ball with this pick, and they could also still keep their other first-round pick in a trade up from the 12th overall selection.
7. Washington Commanders - Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
You really have to tip your cap to Commanders' General Manager Adam Peters for the work he's done in revamping this roster. The team has made a slew of defensive additions in free agency, and it's clear that Peters saw the urgency of this situation.
Caleb Downs is a do-it-all defensive back, so people should look past the 'S' that will appear next to his name. He's going to be an immediate impact starter and is going to shore up that secondary for Dan Quinn, in what could be a make-or-break year.
8. New Orleans Saints - Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami (FL)
The Saints take Rueben Bain Jr. at pick eight and laugh at your concerns with his size. Bain has insane bend and is going to simply get to the quarterback - good players are good players, period. Bain plays a hugely important position on the defense, and very quietly, Saints defensive coordinator Brandon Staley turned that unit around in 2026.
9. Kansas City Chiefs - Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
I think we really need to have a talk about the Chiefs' roster, as it got significantly worse this offseason. Sure, the NFL world made a big deal about the Kenneth Walker III signing, but this team's secondary got plucked away in free agency.
The Chiefs will address the secondary in some capacity this offseason, and it could come in the NFL Draft. For now, though, they'll continue to stack the offense and take Carnell Tate, someone who has a George Pickens-type of skillset.
10. Cincinnati Bengals - Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Speaking of secondary, Mansoor Delane is one of those well-rounded, polished cornerbacks you see come into the NFL every few seasons. He profiles very nicely at the next level and is going to be able to hold up in coverage on his own from day one. The Bengals have needs all over the place on defense despite spending a lot in free agency, and they could do a lot worse than this.
11. Miami Dolphins - Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Makai Lemon is an easy pick for the Dolphins to make here, as all of a sudden, both Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle are not a part of the picture anymore. The Dolphins traded Waddle to the Broncos and will have another first-round pick in the NFL Draft.
12. Cleveland Browns (via DAL) - Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
The Browns traded back six spots with the Cowboys and are still able to take one of the top receiver prospects in Jordyn Tyson. The injury history is a concern, but there isn't anything saying that it can't go away in the NFL. Cleveland has another major offensive selection coming up as well in two moves that could reshape that unit.
13. Buffalo Bills (via LAR) - Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Trade! The Bills are making a huge trade up the first-round board, sending the Rams down a ton of picks, but the Rams get some capital in return, and the Bills get another very talented cornerback in Jermod McCoy. Buffalo has made some sweeping defensive changes this offseason.
Jim Leonhard is now in as the defensive coordinator, and he was a defensive back in the NFL and was recently coaching with the Broncos in a similar role. The Bills should address the secondary early on.
14. Baltimore Ravens - Vega Ioane, OG, Penn State
The Ravens take someone in Vega Ioane who I believe is one of the more obvious 'hits' in the NFL. He's absolutely everything you want in a starting guard and is going to shore up the interior of that offensive line. I will be interested to see how the Ravens approach the center position in the NFL Draft, as Tyler Linderbaum signed with the Raiders.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Spencer Fano is the pick for the Buccaneers with the 15th overall selection. Fano might truly be able to play all five positions along the offensive line, but his likely not being a slam-dunk hit at any of the positions could make his future in the NFL a bit up in the air.
He could settle into being a high-end guard, but also could be someone who plays tackle in a pinch.
16. San Francisco 49ers (via NYJ) - Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Trade! The 49ers get in on the fun in this mock draft and trade way up with the Jets to take Monroe Freeling, one of the best tackle prospects. Freeling has the size, length, and profiles as an impact starter. The Niners get more stout along the offensive line, and the Jets settle into a great spot for a certain offensive prospect later on in Round 1...
17. Detroit Lions - Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
The Lions have one of the best rosters in the NFL and could go in a number of directions here. There is a gaping hole along the offensive line, as left tackle Taylor Decker is no longer a part of the picture, but I do believe there is a scenario where Penei Sewell kicks over to left tackle.
This could mean Detroit seeks to draft a right tackle prospect at some point, but for now, they'll bolster the pass rush with Keldric Faulk, as the defense has been the more inconsistent unit for the team for multiple years now.
18. Minnesota Vikings - Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Maybe one of the more obvious fits in the first round, the Vikings will certainly strongly consider a cornerback or safety. Dillon Thieneman is right there with the 18th pick and fits in with Brian Flores' defense. The Vikings notably signed Kyler Murray this offseason but did have to shed a lot of veteran contracts on defense, so I do believe that side of the ball will be a huge emphasis for the front office.
19. Carolina Panthers - Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Kenyon Sadiq is the best tight end prospect in another strong class at the position. The Panthers waste no time giving Bryce Young another weapon on offense and take Sadiq with the 19th selection here. There are truly no more excuses for Young in a crucial fourth year.
20. Dallas Cowboys - Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Avieon Terrell is the younger brother of AJ Terrell and is another high-end addition for this defense. With potentially adding Bailey and Terrell, the Cowboys could truly put the finishing touches on a unit that could undergo one of the biggest improvements in the NFL from 2025 into 2026.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers, CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
The Steelers have gotten aggressive yet again this offseason and clearly think they can win some games in 2026. They're continually too stubborn and just do not know when it's time to blow it up and rebuild. To be fair, though, they've made some great additions, as guys like Jamel Dean and Michael Pittman Jr. are both two good players at positions of need.
Pittsburgh could really make some more progress on defense if they took CJ Allen from Georgia. Allen is widely regarded as one of the smartest players in the NFL Draft and one of the top linebacker prospects in another deep class.
22. Los Angeles Chargers - Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Caleb Lomu to the Chargers would be a great pick. Many fans have wondered why this team hasn't invested more into the offensive line, but they should be able to come away with a Round 1 prospect. If Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater come back healthy, and the Chargers can find a starter in Round 1, the offensive line is all of a sudden shored up.
23. Philadelphia Eagles - Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami (FL)
Akheem Mesidor to the Eagles at pick 23 in our latest mock draft. The Philly defensive line did lose Milton Williams and Josh Sweat in free agency last offseason, so we can't pretend like this unit isn't missing another impact player.
Philly also signed cornerback Riq Woolen in free agency, so that could take cornerback off the board in Round 1.
24. Cleveland Browns - Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Two wide receivers in the first round might seem a bit over the top, but the Browns could do this and continue to lay the foundation for a notable quarterback addition in the 2027 NFL Draft. With an overhauled offensive line, the potential for two rookie receivers, and other contributors like Harold Fannin Jr. and Quinshon Judkins, the Browns progress on offense would truly be too hard to ignore.
25. Chicago Bears - Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
The Chicago Bears should keep hammering away on the defensive side of the ball, which has already seen some notable change this offseason. You have to wonder just how serious this team was in trying to trade for Maxx Crosby, but that ship has probably sailed at this point.
The Bears could instead look to Ohio State to take Kayden McDonald, one of the best interior linemen in this year's class. The secondary is also an area where the Bears could make a Round 1 splash as well, and with the retirement of Drew Dalman and trade of DJ Moore, those two positions cannot be ruled out.
26. Los Angeles Rams (via BUF) - Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
The Rams traded down a ton of picks with the Bills and settle on Omar Cooper Jr., a wide receiver prospect from Indiana. With Davante Adams being in the final year of his deal and the Puka Nacua situation being... interesting, wide receiver is actually a relatively large need. With how strong the Rams roster is overall, they can prioritize drafting for need as well.
27. New York Jets (via SF) - Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
Here we go. The Jets traded down with the 49ers and can justify taking Simpson this high. He's got some NFL qualities but might be closer to a second-round prospect. He can win from the pocket and has made some big-time throws, but there is still some obvious development that has to take place with the player.
28. Houston Texans - Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
The interior of Houston's defensive line is getting up there in age, so picking the versatile Peter Woods might feel like overkill, but it's really not. With how well the Texans addressed the offensive line this offseason, that doesn't become a Round 1 need.
29. Kansas City Chiefs - TJ Parker, EDGE, Clemson
The Chiefs took a wide receiver with their first of two first-round picks, and now it's time to address the other side of the ball, as the Chiefs defensive line is just flat-out not good enough. If nothing else, getting stronger in the trenches on this side of the ball should help the secondary in coverage. In the NFL, the trenches are the most important part of the equation outside of the quarterback.
Getting Chris Jones some help in his final good years in the NFL would be a wise move, and the long-term needs is also present as well.
30. Miami Dolphins - Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Kadyn Proctor could have the highest ceiling of any offensive line prospect in this year's class. Many have talked about Proctor needing to keep his weight in check to make it as a tackle. If not, he could kick inside to guard, but there are some players in the NFL today who can play both well.
Mike Onwenu of the Patriots is a player who can hold up at tackle and also excel at guard. Proctor will fill some sort of hole along the offensive line for the Dolphins.
31. New England Patriots - KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
After cutting Stefon Diggs and signing Romeo Doubs, the Patriots make another move at wide receiver and take KC Concepcion, who is electric with the ball in his hands. Doubs is younger than Diggs, but Diggs is the better player, so the work at wide receiver is still needing to be done.
32. Seattle Seahawks - Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
With the Seahawks losing Riq Woolen in free agency, something they probably had intentions of letting happen, they could bring in Colton Hood from Tennessee to essentially step into his role and keep the secondary a top strength.
33. New York Jets - Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
Caleb Banks broke his foot recently, and that could hurt his draft stock. This could push him all the way out of the first round entirely, but the Jets take a chance with pick 33. Just a couple of years ago, the Jets had one of the best and deepest defensive lines in the NFL, but it's since gotten worse.
The team has to restock along the defensive line for the present and the future. As of now, it does feel like Aaron Glenn is a lame-duck head coach and could get fired during the season, so the Jets could be wise to look beyond 2026 with many of their picks, as the team isn't likely to win more than a handful of games this year.
34. Arizona Cardinals - Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
After losing Jalen Thompson in free agency to the Cowboys, the Cardinals could take the big, physical safety from Toledo in Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. There's also going to be a life without Budda Baker at some point, so the Cardinals address an underrated position here and just focus on stacking as much young talent as possible.
35. Tennessee Titans - Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Blake Miller has a ton of collegiate snaps under his belt and is going to start at right tackle for a team for the next 12 years. Miller could push JC Latham inside to guard and help shore up the Titans offensive line, which needs to be solid with a young quarterback in Cam Ward in the picture.
36. Las Vegas Raiders - Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
Speaking of offensive line, the Raiders take Max Iheanachor at pick 36 in this mock draft. Much of the issue with the Raiders offensive line from a year ago was simply coaching. Getting some better players in the building wouldn't hurt, though.
37. New York Giants - Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
The Giants already have a bit of a logjam along the defensive line, but hear me out. The team probably wants to trade Kayvon Thibodeaux at some point given that they have a lot of money tied up there and could have to pay Abdul Carter in a couple of seasons.
Well, why not reset things? The Giants could, in theory, take Zion Young and perhaps trade Thibodeaux during the summer, and all of a sudden, you've reset things in a good way at that position.
38. Houston Texans - Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas
More defensive additions are coming for the Texans, who shored up the offense big-time this offseason and can kind of have fun loading up on defense. Houston snags Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas, who, in this mock draft, would get to remain in the state. Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans was a linebacker in the NFL and obviously understands the importance of that position.
Houston's defense was the best in the NFL in 2025 and could hold that title again in 2026.
39. Cleveland Browns - Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
After making some huge moves on the offensive side of the ball, the Browns look to the defense and take Brandon Cisse from South Carolina. With how well General Manager Andrew Berry drafted last year, there is every reason to believe this year's rookie class could be loaded again.
40. Kansas City Chiefs - Christen Miller, DT, Georgia
Two-straight picks along the defensive line would be smart decision-making by the Chiefs front office, but this roster is truly flawed, so it's going to take some time to fill all the holes. After a wide receiver and two defensive line picks, you'd think that the secondary would then get some attention with their remaining picks.
41. Cincinnati Bengals - Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech
Speaking of the defensive line, the Bengals take Lee Hunter from Texas Tech. The Bengals added Jonathan Allen and Boye Mafe to the defensive line this offseason in free agency, but the hole left by Trey Hendrickson could require yet another addition.
Hunter is going to be a space-eater and should be rather competent against the run. This would then allow the secondary to thrive and perhaps finally get this defense on the right track after a disastrous 2025.
42. New Orleans Saints - D’Angelo Ponds, CB, Indiana
D’Angelo Ponds might be undersized, but he can play. The Saints lost Alontae Taylor in free agency and could seek to take a cornerback high up in the NFL Draft. Ponds is going to thrive as a slot cornerback, but with defenses playing a lot of five-defensive-back looks, the slot cornerback position is becoming more and more important in today’s NFL.
43. Miami Dolphins - Cashius Howell, EDGE, Texas A&M
The Dolphins take Cashius Howell from Texas A&M at pick 43 in this mock draft and look to restock the defensive line. At one point, the Dolphins had both Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb, so this unit was in a great spot.
However, the massive rebuild is on, so new General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan has to keep plucking away here. Miami has seven picks in the first 100 selections this year.
44. New York Jets - Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
The Jets traded Sauce Gardner to the Colts during the 2025 season and have a need on the backend of the defense at this point. New York did address the secondary in free agency, but they double-down on that investment here and take Chris Johnson from San Diego State.
This front office has made a significant amount of changes on the defensive side of the ball.
45. Baltimore Ravens - Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama
I’ve seen a lot about Germie Bernard being a ready-made WR2 at the NFL level. That’s what he profiles as, and it would be a solid spot for him to land with the Ravens, who already have Zay Flowers and a quarterback in Lamar Jackson who can be as efficient as anyone.
Baltimore dealt with a ton of injuries during the 2025 season and just could not overcome them, essentially losing the AFC North title on a missed field goal. With a new head coaching regime in town and the potential for a solid NFL Draft class, this team could again be a juggernaut.
46. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma
After taking Fano from Utah in the first round, the Buccaneers get some pass-rushing help and snag R Mason Thomas from Oklahoma. You really have to wonder just how interested the Bucs were in signing Hendrickson before he signed with the Ravens.
Since that signing obviously did not happen, General Manager Jason Licht, who has done well in the NFL Draft, will simply have to draft some help along the defensive line in what could be a major year for Todd Bowles.
47. Indianapolis Colts - Gabe Jacas, EDGE, Illinois
Speaking of pass-rush help and Hendrickson, the Colts were probably very strongly in on Hendrickson, as they could have reunited him with Lou Anarumo, who was his defensive coordinator when both were with the Bengals.
Indy takes Gabe Jacas from Illinois at pick 47. He had 11 sacks in the 2025 campaign and 19 over the past two seasons, so he’s productive in getting into the backfield.
48. Atlanta Falcons - Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
Chris Bell could be the steal of the 2025 NFL Draft. He’s recovering from a knee injury, but does have first-round qualities, and with the Falcons not having a first-round pick, they could get a steal here midway through the second round. With Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. set to battle it out for the starting job, the Falcons may want to consider adding another weapon.
49. Minnesota Vikings - Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt
Eli Stowers might legitimately be the most athletic tight end prospect to ever enter into an NFL Draft. His vertical jump was something to behold, and his athletic profile and receiving upside is present.
There are some huge limitations here, though, and I am not so sure this is a first-round player. Stowers just isn’t going to offer much at all as a blocker, and he does not have special teams experience.
It might be hard for him to get onto the field early in his career, but the athletic upside seems to have Stowers as high as TE2 in certain instances. The Vikings figure they could get some great value with Stowers and take him at pick 49 in this mock draft.
50. Detroit Lions - AJ Haulcy, S, LSU
The secondary is one area where Lions GM Brad Holmes just has not seen come together in recent years, and a lot of that has been due to injuries. Well, the Lions might have to keep adding players and adding players until finally, a solution is present.
Detroit can go in a number of directions with its draft picks, given how solid their roster is, and after a down year in 2025 and a second-half collapse, you get the sense that this team is going to be more motivated than ever to retake the NFC North title, a division they did dominate for a couple of seasons.
51. Carolina Panthers - Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee
After taking Sadiq in the first round the Panthers double-down on the offensive side of the ball and now add another big-bodied target in Chris Brazzell II. What we have seen from the Panthers in this era is a ton of free agency spending on the defensive side of the ball, which is a solid move.
Some of the best defenses in the NFL, like the Broncos, have built their defense through free agency. The Panthers take a vertical threat in Brazzell at pick 51 and give Young yet another weapon, in, once again, what will be a huge year for the young quarterback. A strong year in 2025 could earn Young a long-term contract extension.
52. Green Bay Packers - Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
Losing Quay Walker in free agency, the Packers take linebacker Jake Golday from Cincinnati. The team does not have a first-round pick this year due to the Micah Parsons trade, and Parsons is recovering from his torn ACL. It won’t be a guarantee that he’s back on the field from Week 1.
Golday is a massive linebacker with athletic upside and is one of the better prospects in a loaded linebacker class.
53. Pittsburgh Steelers - Chase Bisontis, OG, Texas A&M
After bolstering the middle of the defense in Round 1, the Steelers take to the offensive line and snag Chase Bisontis, who is a rock-solid second-round prospect at guard. Pittsburgh has invested a good bit along the offensive line in recent years and do have a slew of young players down in this unit.
They’ve also hit on some of them and could keep that up here. Isaac Seumalo is now gone, so there could be a reason for Pittsburgh to find a new starter along the interior for 2026 and beyond.
54. Philadelphia Eagles - Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon
Another guard off the board here, the Eagles take Emmanuel Pregnon from Oregon at pick 54 in this mock draft. It felt like nothing really gelled together for the Eagles on offense in 2025. The unit was inconsistent, and the offensive line was bad in parts of the season.
Another new offensive coordinator could fix things for the Eagles, but also adding a new body along the offensive line could help as well. GM Howie Roseman has always placed a massive emphasis along this unit, so there is no reason to believe that stops this year.
55. Los Angeles Chargers - Keionte Scott, CB, Miami (FL)
After taking offensive line help in Round 1, the Chargers take some secondary help with Keionte Scott. He’s a slot cornerback and does have all the fun qualities you want in a nickel corner. He can blitz and is tough as nails.
He’s also known for being a strong leader, which is something Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh would absolutely covet. LA’s roster isn’t all that special, and losing Jesse Minter to the Ravens would give this team a reason to be more aggressive on defense in the draft.
56. Jacksonville Jaguars - Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
Jacob Rodriguez is the pick for the Jaguars. Jacksonville lost Devin Lloyd to the Panthers in free agency, so they do have a need in the middle of the defense. Rodriguez put on a show at the NFL Scouting Combine and is absolutely going to make a defensive coordinator very happy.
After break out season in 2025, the Jaguars are obviously looking to take that next step in 2026. With how well both sides of the ball were playing to end the season, this team could be a true juggernaut in 2026.
57. Chicago Bears - Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio State
The Bears keep it up on defense and take Davison Igbinosun from the Ohio State Buckeyes at pick 57. Chicago’s secondary did excel at taking the ball away, but that was really the only redeeming part of the defense, to be blunt.
GM Ryan Poles now has a stud quarterback right in the middle of his rookie deal, so every single draft pick he makes carries a ton of weight.
58. New York Jets (via SF) - Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson
A pick the Jets got from the 49ers, New York is selecting at 58 in this mock draft and will take Antonio Williams, a receiver from Clemson. The Jets do have a nice trio on offense in Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, and Mason Taylor. All three players are young and could be long-term fixtures on the team.
But it’s clear that another weapon is needed, and after a large emphasis on defense in this mock draft, they’ll potentially give Simpson a future weapon with Williams.
59. Houston Texans - Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Jadarian Price with the 59th overall pick does feel like highway robbery. Price is largely seen as the second-best running back in this year’s draft, right behind his own teammate in Love. Javonte Williams is an appropriate NFL comparison for Price, and he’ll head to the Texans, a team that already acquired a tough runner in David Montgomery.
Woody Marks also figures to get some of the pie, but this potential three-headed monster in Montgomery, Price, and Marks would be a lethal running back room. Montgomery is in the final year of his deal, though.
60. Chicago Bears - Malachi Lawrence, EDGE, UCF
Another pick on the defensive side of the ball for the Bears, as the team takes Malachi Lawrence from UCF and just continues the top-tier investment for Dennis Allen’s unit. Lawrence had seven sacks in 2025.
61. Los Angeles Rams - Josiah Trotter, LB, Missouri
The Rams got to work this offseason with two notable moves - trading a bunch of draft picks to the Chiefs for Trent McDuffie, and then again addressing the secondary with another former Chiefs cornerback in Jaylen Watson.
GM Les Snead is simply among the best in the NFL at being aggressive and filling needs. The one area where the Rams could potentially get better is at inside linebacker, so Josiah Trotter, who has NFL bloodlines, could be a fun pick here.
At this point, any pick the Rams make is honestly a luxury selection.
62. Denver Broncos - Max Klare, TE, Ohio State
The Broncos are on the board here at pick 62, selecting Max Klare from Ohio State. In 2025, the Broncos had a gigantic need at tight end and a slew of draftable prospects, but somehow, the front office missed out on all of them, instead taking a seventh-round chance on a former basketball player in Caleb Lohner.
It was a mismanagement of the roster and draft picks. Denver can get a bit of revenge, though, in 2026 and take Klare. There are a ton of draftable tight ends again this year, and with Evan Engram in the final year of his deal, there is simply no excuse in 2026.
63. New England Patriots - Derrick Moore, EDGE, Michigan
The Patriots added a wide receiver in Round 1 and now look to the defensive side of the ball here in Round 2, taking Derrick Moore from Michigan. Moore had 10.5 tackles for loss and 10 sacks in 2025, so he was productive and doing it against top competition.
The Pats do have a good roster, but could get a bit more explosive along the defensive line.
64. Seattle Seahawks - Gennings Dunker, OG, Iowa
Seattle takes Gennings Dunker at pick 64 to finish up this NFL mock draft. Dunker does profile as a guard at the NFL level and could potentially take over for Anthony Bradford, the weakest link on an otherwise solid Seahawks unit.
This team does have what it takes to repeat, and with a roster this strong, filling a weakness with a solid prospect and a potential day one starter would be solid GM-ing by John Schneider, one of the best in the business.