The NFL’s free agency period has once again delivered its usual dose of chaos and intrigue. Trades, signings, and re-signings have dominated timelines — and with them, a wave of instant reactions. Beyond the buzz, free agency serves a critical purpose: bringing clarity to the upcoming NFL Draft.
As roster needs come into sharper focus, this mock draft, generated using PFSN’s Mock Draft Simulator, reflects how those moves have reshaped team direction and streamlined decision-making.
1) Las Vegas Raiders
Fernando Mendoza, Indiana | QB
There is far less suspense and wonder regarding the first overall pick in the draft than the Raiders’ attempt to trade star defender Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens. Fernando Mendoza is the prohibitive favorite to hear his name called first, even if Las Vegas isn’t in the pole position come April 23.
2) New York Jets
Sonny Styles, Ohio State | LB
I had Sonny Styles going third overall in the previous seven-round mock I did back in January, and if Styles had any direction to go, it was up. He had arguably the best combine performance the position has ever seen.
The film is any number of positive superlatives one can conjure. He is one of the best two or three players in the entire class and is someone I would have no aversion to selecting with the second overall pick. Also, if you weren’t aware, the Jets require dynamic assistance on defense.
3) Arizona Cardinals
David Bailey, Texas Tech | EDGE
The opportunity to move back is something I have supported, provided it’s a return that can sit Arizona in the back-half of the draft with a 2027 first-rounder in hand. With a little over a month until draft day, such an opportunity doesn’t exist, so I’m viewing the selection of either a front-seven player or an offensive lineman as essentially a coin flip here at three.
The third overall pick for David Bailey feels rich, but such a pick would provide an infusion of pass-rush potential.
4) Tennessee Titans
Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame | RB
I’d also be watching for Miami defender Rueben Bain Jr. here, but the Titans were spenders on defense in free agency. Developing their franchise quarterback is priority number one in Tennessee.
The selection of Jeremiyah Love should help meet such a task as a dynamic weapon, especially as the mainstay back, Tony Pollard, will be 29 years old in the final year of his contract. The 6’0″, 212-pound Love posted a 4.36 40-yard dash in addition to one of the top PFSN CFB RB Impact Scores amongst FBS running backs in 2025.
5) New York Giants
Arvell Reese, Ohio State | LB
After the Giants re-signed Jermaine Eleumenor and Evan Neal to rejoin Andrew Thomas for a bolstered offensive line, their needs shifted. John Harbaugh’s previous coaching tenure suggests that “positional value” would serve as more of a misnomer than a guiding principle. Thus, Love or Ohio State safety Caleb Downs presents as a feasible option.
As for Arvell Reese, I had him falling to twelve in my previous seven-round mock draft due to the in-between nature of Reese’s game. The value and/or projection of versatility has been miscast in years past for defensive players, mainly because teams have rarely shown the capacity to optimize players’ talents.
I don’t envision Harbaugh replicating that issue. The off-ball potential, paired with what he offers as a pass rusher, is worth selecting early, particularly relative to the nature of this class.
6) Cleveland Browns
Monroe Freeling, Georgia | OT
Cleveland fortified their guard spots by re-signing Teven Jenkins and adding Zion Johnson in free agency, so the more versatile/less-true-tackle types like Mauigoa and Spencer Fano are less enticing.
Enter Monroe Freeling, the 6’7″, 315-pound Georgia product who has been a rapid riser through the draft process via the combination of athleticism and aforementioned physical traits.
For as much as I enjoy Freeling as a prospect, taking him so early is more an indication of the perception of his ceiling than his floor – the ceiling of a long-time starter in the league.
7) Washington Commanders
Caleb Downs, Ohio State | S
Given that I had Caleb Downs here in my previous seven-round mock and nothing about their free agency moves would dissuade Washington from adding him to their defense, we’re going to stick with the Ohio State product. There is one disclaimer, however: Bain Jr. still being on the board is a very real possibility for Washington.
8) New Orleans Saints
Carnell Tate, Ohio State | WR
This is a receiving corps that could use more juice, not only as a whole, but as a build block for quarterback Tyler Shough (or whoever the quarterback of the future is if he proves incapable). With Bain Jr. still available, it wouldn’t shock me to see him come off the board here and then see New Orleans go wideout later.
Nevertheless, they’ve done well with another former Buckeye at this position in Chris Olave. Albeit one with a history of concussions that would make a team want to have another reliable option available, hence the Carnell Tate selection.
9) Kansas City Chiefs
Francis Mauigoa, Miami (FL) | OT
A top-10 pick is rather unfamiliar territory for Kansas City, indicating the potential for this selection to go a variety of directions. I find it rather challenging to imagine such an inherently valuable pick not benefiting its equally valuable quarterback.
Keeping Patrick Mahomes upright was an area of struggle last season, in which Francis Mauigoa should provide some relief, whether it be as a tackle or a guard.
10) Cincinnati Bengals
Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (FL) | EDGE
Cincinnati has seen movement along the defensive line over the last 365 days, following the first-round selection of Shemar Stewart last year, the loss of Trey Hendrickson, and the addition of Boye Mafe in free agency this year. It’s reasonable to view Rueben Bain Jr. as an unlikely or unnecessary selection here.
But if the board as a whole falls this way? That would be tough to turn down for a defense that ranked in the bottom 11 in both sack and pressure percentage last season, per NextGen Stats.
11) Miami Dolphins
Mansoor Delane, LSU | CB
Another stick-and-pick here, as I mocked Delane here back in January. Simply put, my viewing of Mansoor Delane as the top corner prospect in the class is reflected in him being the first prospect at such a position off the board.
12) Dallas Cowboys
Avieon Terrell, Clemson | CB
Following their trade for Rashan Gary, reinforcements off the edge feel like less of a need at pick 12. I honestly wouldn’t be shocked if Dallas elected to move off this pick for additional draft capital, but we’ll stick-and-pick in this exercise.
I detailed why I would be rather cautious about nabbing Tennessee corner Jermod McCoy in the first if I were Dallas, despite the quality of McCoy’s 2024 performance. Perhaps his Pro Day performance will quell concerns about his absence from the NFL Combine.
Enter Avieon Terrell, a sticky and skilled corner who will strengthen the Cowboys’ coverage efforts.
13) Los Angeles Rams (via Falcons)
Spencer Fano, Utah | OT
The Rams were a major headliner in free agency following the addition of Kansas City defensive backs Jaylen Watson and Trent McDuffie, eliminating the need to address that position in the first round. Receiver is seemingly the next most appropriate option, but I’m going to venture off the beaten path with Spencer Fano.
It’s hardly the wrong time for the Rams to enhance their play up front as quarterback Matthew Stafford continues to age. Most notably with a player like Fano, who is by trade an offensive tackle with viable long-term potential following a move to center.
Should Los Angeles choose to go that route, it would provide them with their center of the future. While the incumbent, Coleman Shelton, is still playing at a reliable level, he will be 31 years old for the duration of the 2026 season, after which he will be a free agent.
To play devil’s advocate, a developmental pick doesn’t align with the win-now window in which the Rams are living. On the other hand, allowing Fano to become a viable center with NFL experience, which they could then pair with a rookie quarterback, would prove extremely beneficial. Long story short, this pick could go any number of directions (looking at you, Kenyon Sadiq, Makai Lemon, and Jordyn Tyson).
14) Baltimore Ravens
Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State | OG
I’ll be watching Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods and Auburn defensive end Keldric Faulk here closely, but the other side of the line was a clear issue in Baltimore last season. Most notably along the interior, as the Ravens surrendered 45 sacks in 2025, the 12th-most in the NFL. With Olaivavega Ioane, the Ravens secure a guard who is unquestionably capable of upgrading Baltimore’s Middle Three.
15) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Keldric Faulk, Auburn | EDGE
The free agency departures of Logan Hall and Haason Reddick paint a clear picture of the Buccaneers’ direction at fifteen. Keldric Faulk stands 6’6″ and weighs 276 pounds with nearly 35-inch arms, imposing dimensions that pair nicely with the level of functional athleticism at Faulk’s disposal. I don’t intend to hand-wave the limited pass-rushing production, but it’s simply not an agonizing worry for me. He’s big, he’s strong, he’s bendy, and he’s young – that’s the profile to bet on.
16) New York Jets (via Colts)
Makai Lemon, USC | WR
It’s unnecessary to disrupt what I had the Jets doing back in January by adding the crafty Lemon to assist (potentially) Geno Smith this year and their eventual quarterback of the future. The second of their first two rounders, I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for a possible trade (with Dallas, maybe?).
17) Detroit Lions
Caleb Lomu, Utah | OT
Much like the prior pick, I don’t need to stray from my most recent iteration of a seven-round mock. Caleb Lomu helps to shore up the offensive line by filling the void left behind by Talor Decker.
18) Minnesota Vikings
Dillon Thieneman, Oregon | S
I previously went with Terrell here at 18, but with him off the board, we’ll stay at defensive back and go with a player I actually paired with Minnesota last April. Dillon Thieneman has seen his stock soar following a stirring performance at the NFL Combine that cemented him as a magnificent replacement for the aging Harrison Smith, though I would be paying keen attention to corner and defensive tackle (Woods or Florida’s Caleb Banks) here as well.
19) Carolina Panthers
Peter Woods, Clemson | DT
Speaking of Banks, he was the choice at 19 in my last attempt at a seven-round mock. Peter Woods’ availability shakes things up. Even with the team signing Rasheed Walker in free agency to slide in at left tackle while Ickey Ekwonu recovers from a knee injury that forced him out of their January playoff loss to the Rams, I’m still tempted to go with a tackle for the long haul. Especially with Taylor Moton entering his age-32 season in 2026.
That said, Woods is hard to pass up. He gives Carolina another injection of pass-rushing upside as a 3-tech.
20) Dallas Cowboys (via Packers)
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo | S
Double-dipping in the secondary would do wonders for Dallas, with safeties Jalen Thompson and Malik Hooker set to play the 2026 season at 28 and 30, respectively. Not to mention their defensive struggles defending the pass last season. Enter the rangy and athletic Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, who went 26th in my last seven-round mock.
21) Pittsburgh Steelers
Jermod McCoy, Tennessee | CB
I think it’s fair to say the Steelers, or potentially another team at 21, are on Ty Simpson watch at this point in the draft. It just feels too uncertain to pull the trigger as it stands.
I had Pittsburgh going receiver the last go around, but the need for such has softened after trading for Michael Pittman Jr. (softened, mind you, not eliminated). Enter McCoy, who is more best-player-available than immediate-need for the Steelers at this current junction, though he would offer another corner of the future opposite Joey Porter Jr.
22) Los Angeles Chargers
Caleb Banks, Florida | DT
Following a trade with the Texans to move back to 27 in my prior seven-round mock, we nabbed Oregon guard Emmanuel Pregnon to bolster the offensive line. Watching quarterback Justin Herbt under siege last year feels like a must-address, and I do believe they will. But the interior defensive line requires some enhancement as well, and the pool of options is far too rich to surpass.
It wouldn’t surprise me to see the injury concerns push him into the second round, but the talent, while injured, is just too tantalizing.
23) Philadelphia Eagles
Kadyn Proctor, Alabama | OT
The offensive line has long been the straw that stirs the drink for this offense, an aspect that doesn’t appear to undergo a dramatic change any time soon. Unfortunately, longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland won’t be around to use his expertise on Kadyn Proctor, who quelled much of the concern regarding the viability of his play with his NFL Combine performance.
If he doesn’t prove capable of serving as right tackle Lane Johnson’s replacement, it’s well within the realm of possibility that Proctor becomes a quality guard in the NFL.
24) Cleveland Browns (via Jaguars)
Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State | WR
After aggressively revamping their offensive line, Cleveland can address the dearth of playmaking in their receiver room. Tyson’s lengthy history of injuries is certainly cause for concern and could very well push him this far down the board, but the evidence of him being a smoother operator with creation skills before and after the catch is overwhelming.
25) Chicago Bears
Kayden McDonald, Ohio State | DT
I paired Kayden McDonald here back in January and don’t see a reason to venture elsewhere, even with Chicago’s addition of Neville Gallimore in free agency. Planting a stout presence in the middle of this defense would offer the Bears an element they didn’t have at a sufficient level in 2025.
26) Buffalo Bills
C.J. Allen, Georgia | LB
It’s going to be a new-look defense for the Bills this season with Jim Leonahrd’s implementation as defensive coordinator. Enter C.J. Allen, the key cog in the Georgia defense and a more-than-worthy addition to a Bills defense lacking the desired talent at that spot.
27) San Francisco 49ers
Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon | TE
I’m truly fascinated by where San Francisco would turn here. Do they opt for other pass-catchers in the form of receivers Omar Cooper Jr., KC Concepcion, or Denzel Boston? Or maybe it’s an offensive tackle in the form of Blake Miller or Max Iheanachor. Any one of those five names is a genuine candidate. But man, beyond the excitement of the player in the system, the addition of Sadiq feels like a necessity more than many realize.
The future of left tackle Trent Williams is certainly in limbo. As is the future of George Kittle after a season-ending injury joined a list of injuries that unfortunately continues to lengthen. It’s tough to pass on Kittle’s successor given what we know about the position’s importance in the offense. Speaking of NFL Combine performances.
28) Houston Texans
Christen Miller, Georgia | DT
This is a conflicting spot. Houston signed Braden Miller in free agency, who, on paper, is slated to be their right tackle opposite Aireonate Ersery, but a move to guard for Smith would certainly open the door for a tackle. Nevertheless, re-signing Sheldon Rankins doesn’t project as a long-term play, as he will be 32 years old this season. Infusing that interior with a young, disruptive force in Christen Miller has exciting, productive potential.
29) Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams)
Colton Hood, Tennessee | CB
Perhaps the “easiest” task of the first-round portion of this mock, beyond the first overall selection, is the marriage of a corner with the Chiefs following their aforementioned losses during the free agency period. I’m a big proponent of Colton Hood being a first-rounder and think the fit with defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, specifically, is seamless.
30) Miami Dolphins (via Broncos)
Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana | WR
Disclaimer: Does Omar Cooper Jr. fall this far? Probably not, but dealing in absolutes about the draft has historically been a bad practice. Miami is now on the clock at pick 30 after trading Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos in exchange for their first-rounder, among other pick exchanges that we’ll get to later.
We won’t belabor the point: Miami needs (needs) a dynamic pass catcher to assist new quarterback Malik Willis.
31) New England Patriots
Max Iheanachor, Arizona State | OT
I want to start by saying this is not an indictment of Will Campbell. We aren’t taking Max Iheanachor to be Campbell’s replacement, but rather, a tackle of the future in some capacity. It’s a rational thought to find a future replacement for right tackle Morgan Moses, who will be 35 this season, in an effort to ensure the protection of quarterback Drake Maye.
Such a replacement, in the form of one of my favorite prospects in the entire class, feels like a slam dunk because you draft for multiple years, not just the following season.
32) Seattle Seahawks
Brandon Cisse, South Carolina | CB
Akin to the Chiefs being linked to a corner, Seattle has long been the recipient of said position at this point in the mock draft. The split between re-signing Josh Jobe and letting Riq Woolen walk creates a gray area that could lead them toward an edge rusher such as Akheem Mesidor or T.J. Parker.
For now, it’s the talented Brandon Cisse product that provides more of the defensive support.
Round 2 | 33) New York Jets
Akheem Mesidor, Miami (FL) | EDGE
With Reese’s likelihood as a full-time off-ball defender, the Jets are in the market for aid off the edge following the trade of Jermaine Johnson II. Age is Ahkeem Mesidor’s biggest detractor and a hurdle to the first round: he will be 25 as a rookie. Even so, Mesidor projects as a ready-made player for Sunday duties.
34) Arizona Cardinals
Ty Simpson, Alabama | QB
The second quarterback is finally off the board for a franchise in need of a youth infusion. Even if it’s not at 34, don’t be surprised to see Arizona leave the NFL Draft with Simpson.
35) Tennessee Titans
Denzel Boston, Washington | WR
The Titans reportedly spent $265 million in free agency to address their needs (including a hefty contract for receiver Wan’Dale Robinson), and a talented player such as Denzel Boston remains available. Does a group of Robinson, Chimere Deke, Elic Ayomanor, and 31-year-old Calvin Ridley really inspire the most confidence?
A duo of Boston and Love would have the opportunity to grow with second-year quarterback Cam Ward, while also noting that high-end receiving talent generally doesn’t hit the open market.
36) Las Vegas Raiders
Blake Miller, Clemson | OT
After securing their quarterback of the future, it’s time to protect him. Las Vegas has a promising core of left tackle Kolton Miller, center Tyler Linderbaum, and guard Jackson Powers-Johnson, but Blake Miller at tackle projects as the ideal replacement for DJ Glaze.
37) New York Giants
KC Concepcion, Texas A&M | WR
The Giants spent on corner Greg Newsome II and receivers Darnell Mooney and Calvin Austin in free agency, moves that don’t deter them from drafting someone at either position at 37. I would imagine the hope is to continue empowering quarterback Jaxson Dart, which we can do here with the addition of KC Concepcion.
38) Houston Texans (via Commanders)
Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech | LB
The Texans threw money at the offensive line in free agency, so we’ll stay defensive with their first two picks. There is arguably no other prospect in this class who has seen their stock soar like Jacob Rodriguez’s since the start of the 2025 season.
39) Cleveland Browns
Chris Johnson, San Diego State | CB
Corner remains something of a point of contention for Cleveland after the offensive moves made in free agency and the draft thus far. Chris Johnson comfortably has starting-caliber potential.
40) Kansas City Chiefs
T.J. Parker, Clemson | EDGE
We’ll return to the defensive side of the ball here for Kansas City, though I wouldn’t be surprised to see them go corner given their roster shakeups. Nevertheless, we’ve seen the importance of defensive line depth in this league. T.J. Parker has proven reliable in both phases of the game.
41) Cincinnati Bengals
Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon | OG
Protecting Joe Burrow is priority number one in Cincinnati, something that the strong and stout Emmanuel Pregnon is certainly capable of doing.
42) New Orleans Saints
Chris Bell, Louisville | WR
Saints fans will probably look at me crazy for doubling up on receivers, and it wouldn’t surprise me if they didn’t! Especially given Chris Bell’s late ACL tear. But it is very easy to be enamored by Bell’s explosiveness, which would form an exciting trio with Tate and Olave.
43) Miami Dolphins
Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee | WR
Again, if Miami wants Willis to succeed, he needs more help. Chris Brazzell II was in Dont’e Thornton’s shadow in 2024, but this season showcased all of the catch-point skills and smooth, gliding explosiveness.
44) New York Jets (via Cowboys)
Genesis Smith, Arizona | S
The Jets’ struggles to take the ball away last season have been well documented, so I don’t feel the need to move off the Genesis Smith pick I made back in January. Even if they did address the position in free agency, albeit with moves that don’t signal much long-term commitment.
45) Baltimore Ravens
Lee Hunter, Texas Tech | DT
The Ravens add some desired beef through the spine of their defense with the 6’3 ½”, 318-pound Lee Hunter. His combination of size and athleticism allows him to function in both odd and even fronts.
46) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Anthony Hill Jr., Texas | LB
With names like Jake Golday and Josiah Trotter still on the board, this could essentially serve as a take-your-pick linebacker to be the (hopeful) Lavonte David replacement. We’ll go with Anthony Hill Jr., the one-time five-star recruit and all-SEC selection.
47) Indianapolis Colts
Zion Young, Missouri | EDGE
Indianapolis signed Arden Key and Michael Clemons in free agency after we opted for an edge back in the January edition. Does that prevent us from taking a player of Zion Young’s ilk? I don’t think it has to, but I’d keep an eye on the Colts and dedicate their initial pick in the 2026 draft to linebacker or defensive tackle.
48) Atlanta Falcons
Germie Bernard, Alabama | WR
The Falcons join the Colts in making their first 2026 selection, and it’s a position that remains a need through free agency. Germie Bernard should serve as an alignment complement to the bigger-bodied Drake London, while proving quarterback-friendly.
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49) Minnesota Vikings
D’Angelo Ponds, Indiana | CB
Another Hoosier comes off the board in the form of the enigmatic D’Angelo Ponds. Standing 5’9″ will give some teams pause when they project him as an NFL cover guy. Still, he is a feisty run defender with legitimate nickel potential. Defensive coordinator Brian Flores will maximize Ponds’ talents.
50) Detroit Lions
Cashius Howell, Texas A&M | EDGE
Detroit addressed its immediate center need by signing Cade Mays in free agency, so we’ll stay here along the edge with what I believe will be the cutoff point for Cashius Howell: I have conviction that he will be a top-50 pick. I’d also keep my eye on Howell’s collegiate teammate, guard Chase Bisontis, here.
51) Carolina Panthers
A.J. Haulcy, LSU | S
Another repeat from my previous seven-rounder, as Carolina didn’t make any moves in free agency that would encourage me to look elsewhere. A.J. Haulcy has a reputation as both a thumper and a ball-hawk; General Manager Dan Morgan will like that.
52) Green Bay Packers
Julian Neal, Arkansas | CB
Back in January, I mentioned Julian Neal as a guy who could find his way into the second round. So here we are. Green Bay spends its first pick on the type of corner the league covets: big, long, and explosive.
53) Pittsburgh Steelers
Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M | OG
Receiver and corner feel like less immediate needs at this point in the draft. Linebacker and defensive tackles are possibilities, but it would be wise to fortify the offensive line with a standout guard for the future quarterback in Pittsburgh. So, we’ll opt for Chase Bisontis.
54) Philadelphia Eagles
Oscar Delp, Georgia | TE
I remain convinced in slotting in Oscar Delp as Dallas Goedert’s replacement, especially after learning he played the entire 2025 season with a hairline fracture in his foot.
55) Los Angeles Chargers
R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma | EDGE
Another edge presence remains a need following the Chargers’ free-agent activity. They brought Khalil Mack, but he isn’t getting younger. The violent and disruptive R Mason Thomas will be a welcome addition.
56) Jacksonville Jaguars
Jake Golday, Cincinnati | LB
Jacksonville is finally on the clock in 2026. Thus, an aging starting linebacker duo is greeted by a fresh, athletic presence in the big, rangy Jake Golday.
57) Chicago Bears
Kamari Ramsey, USC | S
Chicago brought Coby Bryant over in free agency, but it remains uninspiring behind him. The comfort level as a zone player in differing alignments is what most excites me about Kamari Ramsey’s game.
58) San Francisco 49ers
Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern | OT
This feels like a must for San Francisco, especially if they don’t go tackle with their first-round pick. Caleb Tiernan is an intriguing swing tackle prospect at 6’8″, 323 pounds with excellent jumping marks at the NFL Combine (35 ½” vertical leap, 9’3” broad jump).
59) Houston Texans
Gennings Dunker, Iowa | OG
As we’ve mentioned, the Texans were spenders in free agency, which could mean assigning a pick to a receiver. For now, I think it’s most prudent to continue strengthening the protection for quarterback C.J. Stroud, which can be accomplished with Genning Dunker.
60) Chicago Bears (via Bills)
Malachi Lawrence, UCF | EDGE
We’re tripling down on defense, but for good reason here. The packaging of length, athleticism, and production for Malachi Lawrence creates enticing upside off the edge.
61) Los Angeles Rams
Ted Hurst, Georgia State | WR
The Rams find their Davante Adams in the 6’4″, 206-pound, uber-athletic Ted Hurst (4.42 40, 36 ½” vert, 11’3” broad).
62) Denver Broncos
Josiah Trotter, Missouri | LB
The Broncos join the action with their first pick in the draft, taking the downhill Josiah Trotter with a well-rounded skill set for NFL duties.
63) New England Patriots
Zakee Wheatley, Penn State | S
Receiver and linebacker (maybe even tight end!) are probabilities towards the end of the second round, but Zakee Wheatley is a dynamite safety prospect with the extrapolated skillset of a firm starter.
64) Seattle Seahawks
Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas | RB
Seattle finds its Kenneth Walker III replacement to continue bolstering the offense and alleviating some of the pressure on quarterback Sam Darnold. Mike Washington Jr. was buzzing at the NFL Combine following his 4.33 40-yard dash at 6’1″, 223 pounds.
Round 3 | 65) Arizona Cardinals
Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech | OG
Simpson receives additional protection in the form of the fleet-footed, sizeable Keylan Rutledge. Just watch the various blocks the Georgia Tech counter run game asks Rutledge to execute.
66) Tennessee Titans
Gabe Jacas, Illinois | EDGE
Tennessee reinforces a strength with Gabe Jacas and his 11-sack 2025 campaign. Jacas is appropriately prepared for either odd- or even-front duties.
67) Las Vegas Raiders
Gracen Halton, Oklahoma | DT
Defensive tackle was not amongst the flurry of moves made by the Raiders this offseason. They rectify that here with the upward-trending Gracen Halton.
68) Philadelphia Eagles (via Jets)
Skyler Bell, UConn | WR
We’ll see what happens with A.J. Brown. I’m not fired up about the safeties at this stage of the draft, so Skyler Bell presents as further weaponry for quarterback Jalen Hurts.
69) Houston Texans (via Giants)
Eli Sowers, Vanderbilt | TE
Admittedly, I have several tight ends ahead of Eli Stowers as prospects, but he feels most like a complement to Dalton Schultz and the passing game as a whole. I’m confident that Houston is leaving the draft with a tight end in hand.
70) Cleveland Browns
Sam Hecht, Kansas State | C
Cleveland brought guard/center Elgton Jenkins over from Green Bay in free agency on a two-year deal. I think using their fourth pick in this draft on a potential center of the future in Sam Hecht is a promising decision.
71) Washington Commanders
Antonio Williams, Clemson | WR
It’s been a while since we heard from Washington. Regardless, it’s wise to optimize their receiver room for quarterback Jayden Daniels, which Antion Williams is well capable of doing.
72) Cincinnati Bengals
Keith Abney II, Arizona State | CB
More defensive reinforcements for the Bengals as a young, sticky cover corner in Keith Abney II provides a boost.
73) New Orleans Saints
Treydan Stukes, Arizona | CB
There’s a world in which Treydan Stukes’ combine performance (4.33 40, 38-inch vert, 10’10” broad) pushes him into the second round. He has starting potential you can count on.
74) Kansas City Chiefs
Max Klare, Ohio State | TE
Travis Kelce’s days in Kansas City are seemingly numbered. Enter one of the top dual contributors in this class, Max Klare.
75) Miami Dolphins
Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State | EDGE
The Dolphins return to the defense with an athletic presence off the edge. As our PFSN team notes, it’s easy to enjoy Dani Dennis-Sutton’s film: Dennis-Sutton’s “motor and power profile ensures he can contend at contact when operating on the attack, and those same traits, in tandem with his motor, make him a force to be reckoned with in run defense and pursuit.” He may not make it this far in the draft.
76) Pittsburgh Steelers (via Cowboys)
Darrell Jackson, Florida State | DT
Darell Jackson is a stout middle enforcer, another of whom the Steelers could use for the future.
77) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Domonique Orange, Iowa State | DT
Big Citrus! The defensive-heavy draft continues for Tampa Bay with Domonique Orange as a running mate for fellow defensive tackle, Kalijah Cancey.
78) Indianapolis Colts
Kyle Louis, Pittsburgh | LB
A dynamic defensive weapon in the form of a Nickel Sam archetype for the Colts. Kyle Louis has seen his stock climb following a dominant 2025 performance.
79) Atlanta Falcons
Keionte Scott, Miami (FL) | CB
Keionte Scott exploded as a Nickel in Miami, so much so that he may not even be available when this selection rolls around.
80) Baltimore Ravens
Bryce Lance, North Dakota State | WR
A 6’3″, 209-pound receiver who ran a 4.34 40-yard dash, vertical-jumped 41 ½ inches, and broad jumped over 11 feet? Sign me up for Bryce Lance in Baltimore.
81) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Lions)
Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State | CB
A corner might be a stretch for a team that needs to maximize its selections (even if it is the 81st selection), but Davison Iginsoun is a notably talented player who feels tough to pass on.
82) Minnesota Vikings
Jadarian Price, Notre Dame | RB
Aaron Jones is in his 30s, and Jadarian Price’s remaining availability generates value. Again, tough to pass on that.
83) Carolina Panthers
Deontae Lawson, Alabama | LB
Devin Lloyd got paid by Carolina, but behind him… not much to write home about. I believe Deontae Lawson has the skill set to upgrade that room beyond what you might expect for a mid-third-round pick.
84) Green Bay Packers
Derrick Moore, Michigan | EDGE
The likes of Derrick Moore and Joshua Josephs are still available here, boding well for pass-rush-needy teams. Green Bay scoops one of them up to fortify such efforts.
85) Pittsburgh Steelers
Zachariah Branch, Georgia | WR
The speedy catch-and-run artist Zachariah Branch pairs well with a quarterback who doesn’t push the ball down the field. This is also a spot I’d be taking a peek at for LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier.
86) Los Angeles Chargers
Connor Lew, Auburn | C
After signing Tyler Biadasz to be their starting center for the immediate future, the Chargers grabbed his successor in the talented Connor Lew, whose 2025 was cut short due to a torn ACL in October.
87) Miami Dolphins (via Eagles)
Beau Stephens, Iowa | OG
We went with the athletic Beau Stephens in this area of the draft back in January, so we’ll hang tight. Stephens is a strainer and a finisher who will offer Miami some quality competition at an underwhelming guard spot.
88) Jacksonville Jaguars
Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati | DT
Measuring 6’0 ½” and weighing in at a dense 340 pounds at the NFL Combine, Dontay Corleone brings an exceptional low-to-the-ground profile that’s tailor-made for interior disruption.
Corleone’s compact frame, combined with solid proportional length and heavy, well-distributed mass, translates to elite gap-plugging ability and the capacity to stonewall double-teams or devour running backs around the line of scrimmage.
89) Chicago Bears
Malachi Fields, Notre Dame | WR
Malachi Fields isn’t a 1:1 replacement for DJ Moore, but he does still provide added support for quarterback Caleb Williams via a longer, taller body.
90) Miami Dolphins (via Texans)
Bud Clark, TCU | S
Bud Clark posted a Relative Athletic Score of 9.32 and a PFSN Safety Impact grade of 91.8. That’s a no-brainer this late in the third round in a strong safety class.
91) Buffalo Bills
Joshua Josephs, Tennessee | EDGE
Joshua Josephs is light but disruptive via springy athletic traits. The more pass-rush help, the better.
92) Dallas Cowboys (via 49ers)
Elijah Sarratt, Indiana | WR
Dallas’ needs for a receiver feels commensurate with this point in the draft. The big-bodied Elijah Sarratt could prove very resourceful for quarterback Dak Prescott.
93) Los Angeles Rams
Garrett Nussmeier, LSU | QB
As we’ve said, Nussmeier going earlier is well within the range out outcomes. But I think the Rams would be happy to pull the trigger on a signal caller who fits what they want to do offensively and has shown first-round talent when fully healthy.
94) Miami Dolphins (via Broncos)
Justin Joly, NC State | TE
Tight end is something of a need for the Dolphins, so we’ll roll with the densely built and effectively athletic Justin Joly to play a role in Bobby Slowik’s offense.
95) New England Patriots
Keyron Crawford, Auburn | EDGE
Having spent a season with Keyron Crawford at Auburn, I can say firsthand that athletes of that body type will draw significant interest from the league. Maybe Crawford’s not a top-100 pick, but what he did for us as a Buck is going to push him higher than many might expect.
96) Seattle Seahawks
LT Overton, Alabama | EDGE
It’s best not to become too enamored with the position designation when it comes to LT Overton. It says edge, but the 6’3″, 274-pound Overton has demonstrated comfort in multiple alignments and stances, providing the Seahawks with increased versatility.
97) Minnesota Vikings
Jake Slaughter, Florida | C
While Jake Slaughter isn’t a scale-tipper at 303 pounds, Slaughter’s 9.91 RAS score pairs well with his film to lock him in as a top-100 pick.
98) Philadelphia Eagles
Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina | S
Do the Eagles wait this long to go defense? Maybe not. But they’re rewarded with Jalon Kilgore and the multi-positional skill set that reflects his cerebral approach: quick processing, exceptional instincts, and high-end spatial awareness.
99) Pittsburgh Steelers
Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M | OT
Pittsburgh adds another quality depth piece at tackle in Dametrious Crownover, featuring viable starter upside with eye-popping dimensions at 6’7″, 319 pounds with over 35-inch arms and 10-inch hands.
100) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Lions)
Emmett Johnson, Nebraska | RB
After a trio of defensive picks, Jacksonville visits the inverse with a possible Travis Etienne replacement in Emmett Johnson. The infusion of spatial feel and explosiveness out of cuts should provide further signs of life for this Jaguars offense.
Round 4
101) Tennessee Titans
Brian Parker, Duke | C
102) Las Vegas Raiders
Ja’Kobi Lane, USC | WR
103) New York Jets
Zane Durant, Penn State | DT
104) Arizona Cardinals
Austin Barber, Florida | OT
105) New York Giants
Malik Muhammad, Texas | CB
106) Houston Texans (via Commanders)
Tacario Davis, Arizona | CB
107) Cleveland Browns
Chandler Rivers, Duke | CB
108) Denver Broncos (via Saints)
Tim Keenan II, Alabama | DT
109) Kansas City Chiefs
Will Lee, Texas A&M | CB
110) Cincinnati Bengals
Louis Moore, Indiana | S
111) Denver Broncos (via Dolphins)
Michael Trigg, Baylor | TE
112) Dallas Cowboys
Isaiah World, Oregon | OT
113) Indianapolis Colts
Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State | WR
114) Atlanta Falcons
Parker Brailsford, Alabama | C
115) Baltimore Ravens
Hezekiah Masses, Cal | CB
116) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sam Roush, Stanford | TE
117) Las Vegas Raiders (via Vikings)
Jalen Farmer, Kentucky | OG
118) Detroit Lions
Kage Casey, Boise State | OG
119) Carolina Panthers
Devin Moore, Florida | CB
120) Green Bay Packers
Landon Robinson, Navy | DT
121) Pittsburgh Steelers
Carson Beck, Miami (FL) | QB
122) Philadelphia Eagles
Romello Height, Texas Tech | EDGE
123) Los Angeles Chargers
Daylen Everette, Georgia | CB
124) Jacksonville Jaguars
Markel Bell, Miami (FL) | OT
125) New England Patriots (via Bears)
Dallen Bentley, Utah | TE
126) Buffalo Bills
Billy Schrauth, Notre Dame | OG
127) San Francisco 49ers
Anthony Lucas, USC | EDGE
128) Detroit Lions (via Texans)
Harold Perkins, LSU | LB
129) Chicago Bears (via Rams)
Drew Shelton, Penn State | OT
130) Miami Dolphins (via Broncos)
Jaishawn Barham, Michigan | LB/EDGE
131) New England Patriots
Deion Burks, Oklahoma | WR
132) New Orleans Saints (via Seahawks)
Jaeden Roberts, Alabama | OG
133) San Francisco 49ers
Chris McClellan, Missouri | DT
134) Las Vegas Raiders
Jonah Coleman, Washington | RB
135) Pittsburgh Steelers
Red Murdock, Buffalo | LB
136) New Orleans Saints
Eli Raridon, Notre Dame | TE
137) Philadelphia Eagles
Charlie Demmings, Stephen F. Austin | CB
138) San Francisco 49ers
Matt Gulbin, Michigan State | C
139) San Francisco 49ers
Josh Cameron, Baylor | WR
140) New York Jets
Cole Payton, North Dakota State | QB
Round 5
141) Houston Texans
Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri | WR
142) Tennessee Titans (via Jets)
Nicholas Singleton, Penn State | RB
143) Arizona Cardinals
Michael Taaffe, Texas | S
144) Tennessee Titans
Bryce Boettcher, Oregon | LB
145) New York Giants
Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest | RB
146) Cleveland Browns
Max Llewellyn, Iowa | EDGE
147) Washington Commanders
Caden Curry, Ohio State | EDGE
148) Kansas City Chiefs
Jeff Caldwell, Cincinnati | WR
149) Cleveland Browns (via Bengals)
VJ Payne, Kansas State | S
150) New Orleans Saints
Febechi Nwaiwu, Oklahoma | OG/C
151) Miami Dolphins
Ephesians Prysock, Washington | CB
152) Dallas Cowboys
Taurean York, Texas A&M | LB
153) Philadelphia Eagles (via Falcons)
Taylen Green, Arkansas | QB
154) Baltimore Ravens
Thaddeus Dixon, North Carolina | CB
155) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech| WR
156) Indianapolis Colts
Jude Bowry, Boston College | OT
157) Detroit Lions
DeShon Singleton, Nebraska | S
158) Carolina Panthers (via Vikings)
Joe Royer, Cincinnati | TE
159) Carolina Panthers
Eric McAlister, TCU | WR
160) Green Bay Packers
JC Davis, Illinois | OT
161) Pittsburgh Steelers
Logan Jones, Iowa | C
162) Baltimore Ravens (via Chargers)
Jack Kelly, BYU | LB
163) Minnesota Vikings (via Eagles)
Nate Boerkircher, Texas A&M | TE
164) Jacksonville Jaguars
De’Zhaun Stribling, Ole Miss | WR
165) Buffalo Bills (via Bears)
Jakobe Thomas, Miami (FL) | S
166) Jacksonville Jaguars (via 49ers)
Nick Barrett, South Carolina | DT
167) Houston Texans
Robert Henry Jr., UTSA | RB
168) Buffalo Bills
CJ Daniels, Miami (FL) | WR
169) Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams)
Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma | LB
170) Denver Broncos
Kaelon Black, Indiana | RB
171) New England Patriots
Aiden Fisher, Indiana | LB
172) New Orleans Saints (via Seahawks)
Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan | EDGE
173) Baltimore Ravens
Kaleb Elarms-Orr, TCU | LB
174) Baltimore Ravens
Dae’Quan Wright, Ole Miss | TE
175) Las Vegas Raiders
Vincent Anthony Jr, Duke | EDGE
176) Kansas City Chiefs
Kendrick Law, Kentucky | WR
177) Dallas Cowboys
Tyreak Sapp, Florida | EDGE
178) Philadelphia Eagles
Ar’maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M | OG
179) New York Jets
Jeremiah Wright, Auburn | OG
180) Dallas Cowboys
Devon Marshall, NC State | CB
181) Detroit Lions
Drew Allar, Penn State | QB
Round 6
182) Buffalo Bills
Tristan Leigh, Clemson | OT
183) Arizona Cardinals
Lander Barton, Utah | LB
184) Tennessee Titans
Rayshaun Benny, Michigan | DT
185) Las Vegas Raiders
Eli Heidenreich, Navy | WR
186) New York Giants
Fernando Carmona Jr., Arkasnas | OG
187) Washington Commanders
Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M | C
188) Seattle Seahawks (via Browns)
Cole Wisniewski, Texas Tech | S
189) Cincinnati Bengals
Jack Endries, Texas | TE
190) New Orleans Saints
Jalen Husky, Maryland | S
191) New England Patriots (via Chiefs)
Kaleb Proctor, SE Louisiana | DT
192) New York Giants (via Dolphins)
Zxavian Harris, Ole Miss | DT
193) New York Giants (via Cowboys)
Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame | OT
194) Tennessee Titans (via Ravens)
Jadon Canady, Oregon | CB
195) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Cade Klubnik, Clemson, QB
196) Minnesota Vikings (via Colts)
Tyren Montgomery, John Carroll | WR
197) Atlanta Falcons
DeMonte Capehart, Clemson, DT
198) New England Patriots (via Vikings)
Pat Coogan, Indiana | C
199) Cincinnati Bengals (via Lions)
Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State | LB
200) Carolina Panthers
Jager Burton, Kentucky | C
201) Green Bay Packers
Cyrus Allen, Cincinnati | WR
202) New England Patriots (via Steelers)
Caleb Douglas, Texas Tech | WR
203) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Eagles)
Bishop Fitzgeralrd, USC | S
204) Los Angeles Chargers
Lorenzo Styles, Ohio State | S
205) Detroit Lions (via Jaguars)
Kaytron Allen, Penn State | RB
206) Cleveland Browns (via Bears)
Justin Jefferson, Alabama | LB
207) Los Angeles Rams (via Texans)
Jaden Dugger, Louisiana | LB
208) Las Vegas Raiders (via Bills)
Domani Jackson, Alabama | CB
209) Washington Commanders (via 49ers)
DJ Campbell, Texas | OG
210) Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams)
Keagen Trost, Missouri | OT
211) Baltimore Ravens (via Broncos)
Bryce Foster, Kansas | C
212) New England Patriots
Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma | LB
213) Detroit Lions (via Seahawks)
Kapena Gushiken, Ole Miss | S
214) Indianapolis Colts (via Steelers)
Xavier Nwankpa, Iowa | S
215) Philadelphia Eagles
Albert Regis, Texas A&M | DT
216) Pittsburgh Steelers
Adam Randall, Clemson | RB
Round 7
217) Arizona Cardinals
Roman Hemby, Indiana | RB
218) Dallas Cowboys (via Titans)
Tanner Koziol, Houston | TE
219) Las Vegas Raiders
Jalen Stroman, Notre Dame | S
220) Buffalo Bills (via Jets)
TJ Hall, Iowa | CB
221) Cincinnati Bengals (via Giants)
Deven Eastern, Minnesota | DT
222) Detroit Lions (via Browns)
Andre Fuller, Toledo, CB
223) Washington Commanders
Seth McGowan, Kentucky | RB
224) Pittsburgh Steelers (via Saints)
John Michael Gyllenborg, Wyoming | TE
225) Tennessee Titans (via Chiefs)
Mason Reiger, Wisconsin | EDGE
226) Cincinnati Bengals
Sawyer Robertson, Baylor | QB
227) Miami Dolphins
J’Mari Taylor, Virginia | RB
228) New York Jets (via Cowboys)
Tyler Onyedim, Texas A&M | DT
229) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Caden Barnett, Wyoming | OG
230) Pittsburgh Steelers (via Colts)
Preston Hodge, Colorado | CB
231) Atlanta Falcons
George Gumbs, Florida | EDGE
232) Los Angeles Rams (via Ravens)
Fa’alili Fa’amoe, Wake Forest | OT
233) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Lions)
Wesley Williams, Duke | EDGE
234) Minnesota Vikings
Mikail Kamara, Indiana | EDGE
235) Minnesota Vikings (via Panthers)
Jack Strand, MSU-Moorehead | QB
236) Green Bay Packers
Desmond Reid, Pittsburgh | RB
237) Pittsburgh Steelers
Malik Benson, Oregon | WR
238) Miami Dolphins (via Chargers)
Eric Gentry, USC | LB
239) Chicago Bears (via Eagles)
Jimmy Rolder, Michigan | LB
240) Jacksonville Jaguars
Alex Harkey, Oregon | OG
241) Chicago Bears
Cameron Ball, Arkansas | DT
242) New York Jets (via Bills)
Aaron Anderson, LSU | WR
243) Houston Texans (via 49ers)
Diego Pounds, Ole Miss | OT
244) Minnesota Vikings (via Texans)
Nolan Rucci, Penn State | OT
245) Jacksonville Jaguars (via Rams)
Luke Altmyer, Illinois | QB
246) Denver Broncos
Devan Boykins, Indiana | S
247) New England Patriots
Cian Slone, NC State | EDGE
248) Cleveland Browns (via Seahawks)
Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech | WR
249) Indianapolis Colts
David Gusta, Kentucky | DT
250) Baltimore Ravens
Jamarion Miller, Alabama | RB
251) Los Angeles Rams
Xavian Sorey Jr., Arkansas | LB
252) Los Angeles Rams
James Thompson, Illinois | DT
253) Baltimore Ravens
Haynes King, Georgia Tech | QB
254) Indianapolis Colts
Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College | EDGE
255) Green Bay Packers
Joe Fagnano, UConn | QB
256) Denver Broncos
Robert Spears-Jennings, Oklahoma | S
257) Denver Broncos
Barion Brown, LSU | WR
