Using PFSN’s Free NFL Mock Draft Simulator, this mock leans into a more balanced first round, mixing early defensive pressure with timely offensive additions across the board.
With the 2026 NFL Draft set to begin on April 23, this type of structure reflects how teams are building around core needs first, then targeting playmakers who fit specific roles.
2026 NFL Mock Draft Results
1. LV – Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)
2. NYJ – David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech)
3. ARI – Arvell Reese (EDGE, Ohio State)
4. TEN – Jeremiyah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
5. NYG – Francis Mauigoa (OT, Miami)
6. CLE – Spencer Fano (OT, Utah)
7. WAS – Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)
8. NO – Rueben Bain Jr. (EDGE, Miami)
9. KC – Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State)
10. CIN – Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)
11. MIA – Carnell Tate (WR, Ohio State)
12. DAL – Caleb Downs (S, Ohio State)
13. LAR – Makai Lemon (WR, USC)
14. BAL – Kenyon Sadiq (TE, Oregon)
15. TB – Jermod McCoy (CB, Tennessee)
16. NYJ – Omar Cooper Jr. (WR, Indiana)
17. DET – Olaivavega Ioane (OG, Penn State)
18. MIN – Emmanuel McNeil-Warren (S, Toledo)
19. CAR – Monroe Freeling (OT, Georgia)
20. DAL – Akheem Mesidor (EDGE, Miami)
21. PIT – T.J. Parker (EDGE, Clemson)
22. LAC – Blake Miller (OT, Clemson)
23. PHI – Denzel Boston (WR, Washington)
24. CLE – KC Concepcion (WR, Texas A&M)
25. CHI – Kadyn Proctor (OT, Alabama)
26. BUF – Kayden McDonald (DT, Ohio State)
27. SF – Caleb Lomu (OT, Utah)
28. HOU – Max Iheanachor (OT, Arizona State)
29. KC – Dillon Thieneman (S, Oregon)
30. MIA – Colton Hood (CB, Tennessee)
31. NE – Keylan Rutledge (OG, Georgia Tech)
32. SEA – Jadarian Price (RB, Notre Dame)
Recap of the 2026 Mock Draft
This board opens with the Las Vegas Raiders once again committing to Fernando Mendoza at No. 1 overall, reinforcing the league-wide priority of securing a long-term quarterback. Immediately after, the draft leans heavily into edge defenders, with teams like the New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals, and New Orleans Saints prioritizing pass rush early.
At No. 4, the Tennessee Titans again break that defensive run by selecting Jeremiyah Love, signaling the value of versatile backs who can impact both phases of the offense. From there, the first half of the round balances between trench play and offensive weapons, with teams like the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams adding receivers while others continue to reinforce protection.
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The middle of the round shows teams addressing secondary needs and offensive line depth. Franchises such as the Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings invest in defensive backs, while multiple offensive linemen come off the board to stabilize protection across the league.
Late in the round, the focus shifts toward depth and long-term development. Teams like the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers continue building in the trenches, while the Seattle Seahawks close the round by addressing running back with Jadarian Price, one of the more productive backs in the class.
Overall, this mock reflects a balanced approach, where teams prioritize foundational needs early and then layer in skill-position players who fit their offensive direction. Three landing spots stand out the most for dynasty value when tied to real team context.
Why Kenyon Sadiq’s Fit in the Baltimore Ravens Offense Makes Sense
Kenyon Sadiq to Baltimore works because this is one of the few offenses in the league where tight ends are not just complementary pieces; they are built into the structure. The Ravens continue to lean heavily on tight end usage in both the run game and play-action concepts, with Mark Andrews still operating as a primary target but not the only one on the field.
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Sadiq’s profile at Oregon fits that environment. He showed the ability to operate in-line and as a receiver, which matters in Baltimore, where tight ends are asked to block in the run game and then leak into space off play-action. He is not a pure receiving specialist, and that is exactly why this fit makes sense.
For dynasty, this is about long-term viability tied to scheme. He is not landing in a system where tight ends struggle to earn volume.
He is landing in one that consistently creates it, even if the early role is rotational. That gives him a realistic path to relevance as he develops behind an established veteran.
How KC Concepcion Brings a Hybrid Weapon to the Cleveland Browns
KC Concepcion to Cleveland is one of the more interesting fits in this mock because of how his skill set aligns with what the Browns have been missing. The Browns added Tylan Wallace and still have Jerry Jeudy, but the offense has lacked a player who can be moved around and create production outside of traditional routes.
Concepcion brings that. At Texas A&M, he was used as both a receiver and a runner, producing as a high-volume target while also taking carries and creating after the catch. He is not limited to one alignment, and that versatility gives Cleveland something it does not currently have in its receiver room.
This matters for dynasty because his role does not depend on becoming a traditional WR1. He can earn touches early through designed usage while expanding into a larger role as the offense evolves. In a roster that is still being built around its identity, that type of player can find relevance faster than expected.
Jadarian Price’s Fantasy Outlook in the Seattle Seahawks Backfield
Jadarian Price to Seattle makes sense because this backfield is no longer what it was a year ago. Kenneth Walker III is gone, which removes the most explosive and established runner from the roster. That alone changes the entire outlook of the position.
Zach Charbonnet is still there, but he is coming off a left knee injury and has not fully taken control of the backfield as a clear long-term lead option.
Price brings real production from Notre Dame, along with the ability to contribute in the passing game. He has shown burst and the ability to create chunk plays, which becomes even more valuable in a backfield that just lost its most dynamic runner.
For dynasty, this is about vacated opportunity. Walker’s departure leaves behind touches that have to be redistributed, and there is no locked-in answer to absorb all of them. That creates a legitimate path for Price to earn a role early and expand it as the season progresses, making this one of the more actionable landing spots in the mock.
