With the NFL Draft just over a week away, teams have finalized their boards and player evaluations. Now they are running mock draft simulations on repeat, searching for the best ways to maximize value and return on investment.
Using the PFSN Mock Draft Simulator, this three-round mock draft does exactly that, capturing a snapshot of the current landscape. It helps identify potential landing spots, highlights value pockets, and tracks when positional runs may begin and end.
1) Las Vegas Raiders
Fernando Mendoza, Indiana | QB
This pick is a lock. Fernando Mendoza is the most bona fide quarterback prospect in the 2026 class, and he’s no stranger to turning around a downtrodden organization.
Mendoza is a dynamic leader and a program elevator. His persistent positivity and relentless pursuit of perfection will be refreshing for the Las Vegas Raiders, an organization that appears poised to turn things around quickly.
2) New York Jets
David Bailey, Texas Tech | EDGE
Ironically, the New York Jets are in win-now mode. The mass turnover on the coaching staff after just one year, including both coordinators, sounds the alarm. If Aaron Glenn and the Jets don’t get off to a promising start, the only person left to go is Glenn himself.
Therefore, they don’t have time to waste. While Ohio State’s Arvell Reese may offer elite upside, David Bailey has produced at multiple stops in his collegiate career and provides the Jets with more immediate security.
Bailey is more than a token pass rusher; disruption is in his DNA. He has elite get-off, eats up space quickly, and rushes with purpose. He gives Gang Green a fastball from the jump.
3) Arizona Cardinals
Arvell Reese, Ohio State | EDGE
The Arizona Cardinals hit the jackpot with Arvell Reese falling to them. They don’t have realistic Super Bowl aspirations in 2026, so the focus is simple: acquire as many good players as possible, regardless of position, to accelerate the rebuild.
Reese is a smart, instinctive, and technically gifted defender with explosive speed and positional versatility, all in a 20-year-old prospect with elite upside. He projects as an immediate impact player, and as Arizona continues to build toward landing a franchise quarterback in 2027, Reese will have ample time to develop while the staff figures out how best to deploy his skill set.
When the Cardinals are ready to compete in a year or two, Reese could very well emerge as one of the league’s premier defenders.
4) Tennessee Titans
Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame | RB
Jeremiyah Love is the only true blue-chip player in this year’s draft class. While this may feel high for a running back, he is clearly the best player available, and one of the best ways to support a young quarterback is with a strong, explosive ground game.
Both the New Orleans Saints and the Kansas City Chiefs felt compelled to secure veteran help at running back within the opening hours of the legal tampering period. That urgency suggests a conviction that either the Tennessee Titans or the Washington Commanders could be preparing to select Love.
5) New York Giants
Francis Mauigoa, Miami (FL) | OT
John Harbaugh is a principled coach who understands the value of being sound in the trenches, especially with promising second-year quarterback Jaxson Dart missing two starts a year ago with a concussion.
Francis Mauigoa brings extensive experience at right tackle but has the skill set to slide inside to guard if needed. He’s an absolute unit, a mauler in the run game, with a strong, sturdy base and the ability to anchor against bull rushers. Keeping Dart and Cam Skattebo healthy while also maximizing their youth must be a priority for the New York Giants.
6) Cleveland Browns
Carnell Tate, Ohio State | WR
The Cleveland Browns must do everything possible to support the development of second-year quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Carnell Tate fits that vision, and the fan base is already familiar with him after his career just two hours south on I-71 at Ohio State.
Tate is a true technician, an elite route runner who understands how to attack space and leverage. He moves with smoothness and intention, has strong hands, and consistently attacks the football. He has elite football character and was developed in the premier wide receiver factory under the tutelage of Brian Hartline, a blueprint proven time and time again.
Tate would walk into the Browns’ facility as the top receiver on day one.
7) Washington Commanders
Sonny Styles, Ohio State | LB
The third Ohio State Buckeye comes off the board as the Commanders select the superstar of the NFL Scouting Combine.
The physical specimen ran a 4.46 40-yard dash, jumped a 43.5” vertical, and measured in at 6’5”, 244 pounds.
Sonny Styles is a freak athlete who offers positional flexibility. He’s a former slot cornerback turned linebacker. He is highly instinctive and technically sound; he’s a great block destroyer, has exceptional ball skills for a linebacker, and consistently rallies to the football.
8) New Orleans Saints
Mansoor Delane, LSU | CB
Mansoor Delane doesn’t have to leave the Bayou. The New Orleans Saints have yet to find replacements for former mainstays Paulson Adebo and Marshon Lattimore, who they lost in 2024, and for Alontae Taylor, who they lost this offseason to the Titans.
Delane has premier lockdown corner written all over him. He’s the kind of prospect that absolutely pops on tape… You can feel him. He’s got elite instincts, quick feet and hips, is explosive and twitchy, plays through the football, and has the confidence and ability to play on an island.
9) Kansas City Chiefs
Spencer Fano, Utah | OT
Patrick Mahomes’s health has to be the top priority for Brett Veach and the Kansas City Chiefs. The offensive line has underwhelmed, and rather than taking swings at the back end of the first round, Veach now has the opportunity to invest a premium pick in a versatile, productive tackle.
Spencer Fano is a 6’6”, 308-pound lineman with positional flexibility. He has light, agile feet, fluid hips that generate power, and tight, powerful hands, while also showing comfort working in space at the second level.
Much has been made of Andy Reid’s relationship with former Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham, which could give Kansas City added confidence in selecting the versatile prospect.
10) Cincinnati Bengals
Caleb Downs, Ohio State | S
Caleb Downs is one of the few sure-fire prospects in this draft class and can step in and play for the Cincinnati Bengals right away.
He was the defensive leader as a true freshman in Nick Saban’s defense at Alabama, and the heartbeat of an Ohio State defense led by Matt Patricia that has already seen two of his teammates taken ahead of him.
He’s detail-oriented, processes information rapidly, and can line up anywhere on the field. His character is impeccable, and he’s an elite playmaker. A perfect fit for yet another defensive reload.
11) Miami Dolphins
Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon | TE
The Miami Dolphins don’t currently have a viable receiving threat on the roster. Kenyon Sadiq fits the bill as a true Y tight end who can stretch the field.
He brings a vast catch radius, great body control, strong hands, and a high motor. With the ball in his hands, he runs to win.
He would immediately add some juice to an offense that currently has little to lean on outside of De’Von Achane.
12) Dallas Cowboys
Jermod McCoy, Tennessee | CB
Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys aggressively worked to improve the defensive front through trades and free agency, giving them the flexibility to address the secondary with this pick.
Jermod McCoy is a confident, physical, and sticky corner who would immediately add some edge to Christian Parker’s new defense.
13) Los Angeles Rams
Makai Lemon, USC | WR
The Los Angeles Rams are in the market to add to their already tremendous receiving corps. If you thought Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua were fun, buckle up!
Nacua, Davante Adams, and Makai Lemon are going to be pure rocket fuel as the Rams load up on a last-ditch effort to maximize their championship window with Matthew Stafford at the helm.
14) Baltimore Ravens
Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (FL) | EDGE
The Baltimore Ravens have a knack for selecting productive prospects who fall for one reason or another.
Trey Hendrickson wins with speed and finesse, the opposite of Baltimore’s typical pass-rushing prototype. Adding Rueben Bain Jr. brings a complementary skill set, pairing power, speed, and a more physical presence off the edge.
15) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Akheem Mesidor, Miami (FL) | EDGE
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and general manager Jason Licht have consistently prioritized a specific player profile, and Akheem Mesidor aligns with it seamlessly. He demonstrates the maturity, discipline, and approach of a seasoned professional.
Mesidor is a refined pass rusher capable of playing from both the interior and the edge. He brings a physical, disruptive presence and is coming off a 12.5-sack season on a team that competed for a National Championship.
That combination of production and high-level experience makes him a strong fit for an organization focused on maximizing its current championship window and for a head coach who needs to win now.
16) New York Jets
Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State | WR
Again, the New York Jets are, somewhat ironically, in win-now mode, even though their outlook for 2026 is bleak. They must show tangible signs of progress, or ownership could be quick to clean house.
The Jets have a promising young core of weapons, though in Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, Mason Taylor, and even Adonai Mitchell, who flashed after arriving from Indianapolis.
Jordyn Tyson would be a strong addition to round out the group, alleviating pressure on Wilson and giving Geno Smith another true vertical threat to help balance out secondary coverage.
17) Detroit Lions
Kadyn Proctor, Alabama | OT
The further the draft process progresses, the stronger the belief becomes that this is the floor for Kadyn Proctor. The Detroit Lions are the perfect fit.
The Lions have made a concerted effort to rebuild their depleted offensive line. They’ve signed Cade Mays and Larry Borom and traded for Juice Scruggs, but that won’t stop them from continuing the overhaul with this pick.
Proctor is a genetic freak. He’s 6’7″ and 352 pounds at only 20 years old. Physically, he is everything you desire in a prototype left tackle.
He is a physical, punishing run blocker who pulls and works up to the second level with no issues, and he’s big and strong enough that he rarely gets walked back. He’s an elite athlete with immense upside, an immediate plug-and-play prospect.
18) Minnesota Vikings
Dillon Thieneman, Oregon | S
Speed kills, and Dillon Thieneman ran an official 4.35 40-yard dash at the combine, likely making him the second safety off the board.
He’s a do-it-all defender. He has the speed to match anyone in coverage, has strong ball skills, and is more than willing to get involved in the run game.
The Minnesota Vikings had one of the league’s best defensive units in 2025, and they replace beloved veteran Harrison Smith with another high-flying safety.
19) Carolina Panthers
Monroe Freeling, Georgia | OT
Monroe Freeling is one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2026 class. A prototype left tackle at 6’7”, 315 pounds, and just 21 years old, he brings an intriguing blend of size and upside.
He has only one full season as a starter at Georgia, but he appeared in 34 games during his career as a Bulldog. Freeling has shown strong athleticism, elite lateral agility, low pad level with solid contact balance, impressive bend, and a high motor as a finisher.
For the Carolina Panthers, protecting Bryce Young and elevating the run game remain top priorities this offseason. Freeling not only addresses an immediate need in 2026 but also projects as a potential foundational piece for years to come.
20) Dallas Cowboys
Keldric Faulk, Auburn | EDGE
The Cowboys have been aggressive in rebuilding their defense, adding Kenny Clark and Quinnen Williams via trades, followed by Rashan Gary and Otito Ogbonnia this offseason. With this pick, they add another wave to their pass rush in Keldric Faulk.
Faulk wins with excellent speed, bend, a powerful bull rush, and the ability to get slippery. He won’t be asked to carry the load on day one, which should allow him to ease into the role and develop into the dynamic pass rusher many project him to be.
21) Pittsburgh Steelers
Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana | WR
All signs point toward Aaron Rodgers returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026. Therefore, a concerted effort will be made to maximize the current roster, rather than build for the future.
Omar Cooper Jr. operates like a Steeler and is the perfect complement to DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr. He’s a reliable playmaker, circumstance-proof, and simply finds ways to win. He possesses elite body control, tracks the football extremely well, creates after the catch, and is a finisher. His positional versatility will allow him to play both inside and out, making him an immediate contributor.
22) Los Angeles Chargers
Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State | OG
One of the most exciting prospects in this class, Olaivavega Ioane, is a dynamic run blocker and a physical finisher.
The Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive line last year was a case of roster-building malpractice. Ioane will step in with free agent additions Cole Strange and Tyler Biadasz in a revamped offensive line.
23) Philadelphia Eagles
Caleb Lomu, Utah | OT
Much has been made of the Philadelphia Eagles’ aging offensive line and the transition to a new scheme following the departure of legendary offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland.
General manager Howie Roseman has consistently placed a premium on the trenches, and with Lane Johnson nearing the end of his career, it makes sense for Philadelphia to target a tackle here, especially with the run on the position likely concluding before their next selection.
Caleb Lomu, at 6’6”, 308 pounds, has the frame to anchor and neutralize bull rushers. He’s a solid pass protector with great power, good bend, and a strong punch. Lomu likely won’t need to play immediately in Philadelphia, but he offers more than serviceable depth with long-term upside.
24) Cleveland Browns
Blake Miller, Clemson | OT
The Browns addressed wide receiver earlier and now turn to the offensive line for a long-term answer at tackle. Cleveland has already begun reshaping the unit by trading for Tytus Howard and adding Elgton Jenkins and Zion Johnson in free agency.
Blake Miller is an underrated prospect at this stage of the process. He’s an elite finisher with a high motor, strong play speed, and a physical temperament. Miller generates and transfers power effectively and has the tools to step in early as the final missing piece in their revamp, and to immediately upgrade a unit that surrendered 51 sacks last season.
25) Chicago Bears
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo | S
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren is one of the best players in this entire draft class, but positional value has pushed him down the board. The Chicago Bears lost Jaquan Brisker, Kevin Byard III, and Jonathan Owens to free agency, leaving a major hole in their secondary.
McNeil-Warren is an explosive, twitchy athlete with long-range speed, strong instincts, and a physical style of play. He’s a strong tackler, has the ability to powerfully set the edge as a rusher, runs and rallies to the football, and is an absolute ball hawk.
26) Buffalo Bills
Denzel Boston, Washington | WR
The Buffalo Bills have long searched for answers at wide receiver under general manager Brandon Beane. After trading for superstar DJ Moore, adding Denzel Boston to go alongside Khalil Shakir would give Josh Allen the most complete group of weapons he’s had in his career.
Boston is a big-bodied, physical receiver who plays with strong, reliable hands and a natural feel for space. He brings a level of toughness and edge that Bills Mafia would immediately embrace.
27) San Francisco 49ers
Max Iheanachor, Arizona State | OT
The San Francisco 49ers are still listening to trade offers for left tackle Trent Williams. While they find themselves at the back end of the run on tackles, they may still land one of the most physically gifted, yet raw, prospects in the class.
Max Iheanachor is a big-bodied lineman with agile feet and strong hands. He excels as a run blocker, moves well to the second level, and plays with a nasty temperament that John Lynch will appreciate. He’s a work in progress, but the juice may be worth the squeeze considering positional value.
28) Houston Texans
Zion Young, Missouri | EDGE
The Houston Texans boasted one of the league’s premier defensive units in 2025 and look just as strong entering 2026. Zion Young can add another wave to the pass rush behind Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter.
Young is big, long, and rangy; a powerful, physical rusher with heavy hands. He’s a true block destroyer who can overwhelm tackles with his length, strength, and relentless motor.
29) Kansas City Chiefs
Colton Hood, Tennessee | CB
The Chiefs are in the midst of a complete overhaul in the secondary, and Colton Hood could immediately bolster the unit. If not for an underwhelming Senior Bowl performance, it’s likely he wouldn’t still be on the board here.
Hood is a physical, lockdown corner who plays with comfort and poise in coverage. He consistently positions himself well, has the range to cover sideline to sideline, and brings strength and physicality in run support.
30) Miami Dolphins
KC Concepcion, Texas A&M | WR
Again, if the Dolphins are going to give Malik Willis any chance to succeed or prove he can be their quarterback of the future, they must surround him with adequate weapons to get a fair evaluation.
Contrary to popular belief, KC Concepcion can catch the football. He has elite acceleration and burst, can stack and win vertically, and is dynamic in the screen game. He’s also capable of climbing the ladder and catching the football at the catch point. Concepcion plays with high motor and moves with intention, making him a threat in the return game.
For an offense lacking playmakers, Concepcion would be a significant addition.
31) New England Patriots
Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech | OG
Keylan Rutledge is one of the biggest risers as the draft approaches, with all signs pointing towards a future with the New England Patriots.
He is strong and sturdy, with strong hands, has smooth, athletic feet, is stout yet nimble, and can pull and run the line of scrimmage with ease and authority. There’s no way Rutledge is around the next time the Patriots are on the clock, so it’s now or never.
32) Seattle Seahawks
Chris Johnson, San Diego State | CB
No change with this pick. Chris Johnson is one of my favorite players in this class. He has a long, prototypical frame, is technically sound, has great start-and-stop ability, fluid mobility, elite eye discipline, and is an absolute ball hawk. Johnson absolutely pops on tape and could instantly work his way onto the field with the Seattle Seahawks.
Round 2 | 33) New York Jets
Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech | LB
34) Arizona Cardinals
Ty Simpson, Alabama | QB
35) Tennessee Titans
CJ Allen, Georgia | LB
36) Las Vegas Raiders
Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M | OG
37) New York Giants
Avieon Terrell, Clemson | CB
38) Houston Texans
Kayden McDonald, Ohio State | DT
39) Cleveland Browns
Cashius Howell, Texas A&M | EDGE
40) Kansas City Chiefs
Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt | TE
41) Cincinnati Bengals
T.J. Parker, Clemson | EDGE
42) New Orleans Saints
Chris Bell, Louisville | WR
43) Miami Dolphins
Brandon Cisse, South Carolina | CB
44) New York Jets
D’Angelo Ponds, Indiana | CB
45) Baltimore Ravens
Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon | OG
46) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Gabe Jacas, Illinois | EDGE
47) Indianapolis Colts
Malachi Lawrence, UCF | EDGE
48) Atlanta Falcons
Peter Woods, Clemson | DT
49) Minnesota Vikings
Jadarian Price, Notre Dame | RB
50) Detroit Lions
Gennings Dunker, Iowa | OG
51) Carolina Panthers
Christen Miller, Georgia | DT
52) Green Bay Packers
R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma | EDGE
53) Pittsburgh Steelers
A.J. Haulcy, LSU | S
54) Philadelphia Eagles
Keionte Scott, Miami (FL)| CB
55) Los Angeles Chargers
Treydan Stukes, Arizona | CB
56) Jacksonville Jaguars
Caleb Banks, Florida | DT
57) Chicago Bears
Domonique Orange, Iowa State | DT
58) San Francisco 49ers
Germie Bernard, Alabama | WR
59) Houston Texans
Anthony Hill Jr., Texas | LB
60) Chicago Bears
Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State | EDGE
61) Los Angeles Rams
Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern | OT
62) Denver Broncos
Lee Hunter, Texas Tech | DT
63) New England Patriots
Malachi Fields, Notre Dame | WR
64) Seattle Seahawks
Keyron Crawford, Auburn, EDGE
Round 3 | 65) Arizona Cardinals
Travis Burke, Memphis | OT
66) Tennessee Titans
Derrick Moore, Michigan | EDGE
67) Las Vegas Raiders
Elijah Sarratt, Indiana | WR
68) Philadelphia Eagles
Max Klare, Ohio State | TE
69) Houston Texans
Oscar Delp, Georgia | TE
70) Cleveland Browns
Logan Jones, Iowa | OC
71) Washington Commanders
Antonio Williams, Clemson | WR
72) Cincinnati Bengals
Keith Abney II, Arizona State | CB
73) New Orleans Saints
Romello Height, Texas Tech | EDGE
74) Kansas City Chiefs
De’Zhaun Stribling, Ole Miss | WR
75) Miami Dolphins
Markel Bell, Miami (FL) | OT
76) Pittsburgh Steelers
Jake Golday, Cincinnati | LB
77) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Josiah Trotter, Missouri | LB
78) Indianapolis Colts
Ted Hurst, Georgia State | WR
79) Atlanta Falcons
Chandler Rivers, Duke | CB
80) Baltimore Ravens
Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&M | DT
81) Jacksonville Jaguars
Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas | RB
82) Minnesota Vikings
Malik Muhammad, Texas | CB
83) Carolina Panthers
Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina | S
84) Green Bay Packers
Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State | CB
85) Pittsburgh Steelers
Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh | LB
86) Los Angeles Chargers
Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee | WR
87) Miami Dolphins
Jake Slaughter, Florida | OC
88) Jacksonville Jaguars
Zachariah Branch, Georgia | WR
89) Chicago Bears
Zakee Wheatley, Penn State | S
90) Miami Dolphins
Jalen Farmer, Kentucky | OG
91) Buffalo Bills
Bud Clark, TCU | S
92) Dallas Cowboys
Julian Neal, Arkansas | CB
93) Los Angeles Rams
Kaleb Elarms-Orr, TCU | LB
94) Miami Dolphins
Daylen Everette, Georgia | CB
95) New England Patriots
Justin Joly, NC State | TE
96) Seattle Seahawks
Jonah Coleman, Washington | RB
97) Minnesota Vikings
Sam Hecht, Kansas State | OC
98) Philadelphia Eagles
Genesis Smith, Arizona | S
99) Pittsburgh Steelers
Gracen Halton, Oklahoma | DT
100) Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaishawn Barham, Michigan | EDGE
