The 2026 NFL Draft is here! After months of evaluating prospects and projecting what will happen using PFSN’s NFL Mock Draft Simulator, it’s finally time to get some answers.
Round 1 kicks off tonight at 8 p.m. ET, followed by Rounds 2-3 on Day 2 and Rounds 4-7 on Day 3. Millions of users have created mock drafts using PFSN’s NFL Mock Draft Simulator, so we delved through that data to find the most commonly picked prospect for each team entering the first round. Here’s who your fellow fans want your favorite team to select.
Arizona Cardinals
Francis Mauigoa, 23.5% of users
Francis Mauigoa has long been projected as a first-round talent in the NFL Draft, living up to expectations after arriving at Miami as a five-star recruit and immediate starter. He earned second-team All-ACC honors in 2024 before elevating to first-team All-ACC and consensus All-American status in 2025. At 6’6″, 335 pounds, Mauigoa pairs elite size and power with nimble movement skills, showcasing impressive hip flexibility, balance, and hand usage.
He’s an advanced technician who can adjust on the fly and win with timing and leverage, though occasional intensity lapses and average length may point to a higher ceiling at guard. Even so, his poise in pass protection and physicality in the run game give him clear impact starter potential at either spot along the offensive line.
Atlanta Falcons
Kayden McDonald | 9.1% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Atlanta doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Rams.
Kayden McDonald followed in first-round pick Tyleik Williams’ footsteps as Ohio State’s starting nose tackle, and now he’s on track to potentially mirror Williams’ draft capital in the 2026 NFL Draft. A former four-star recruit, McDonald tips the scales at 6’3″, 326 pounds, and at his size, he has awesome on-attack explosiveness and raw power capacity. Juxtaposing McDonald with Williams, Williams was visibly more flexible and alignment versatile.
Nevertheless, McDonald serves his early-down purpose well as a double-team magnet, combo absorber, line reset specialist, and block shedder. Meanwhile, he has the high-level linear explosion and throttling point-of-attack power to cave in step-up space on passing downs, as well as the motor to finish plays. While he’ll never be an elite pass-rush force, McDonald is an excellent orbit DT at 0-tech and 1-tech, with the overwhelming point-of-contact power to wreak havoc in the run game, and the juice to be a respectable three-down presence.
Baltimore Ravens
Olaivavega Ioane, 31.9% of users
At 6’4″, 330 pounds, Olaivavega Ioane brings ideal size, power, and leverage to the interior, pairing strong hands and awareness with reliable pass protection and physical run blocking.
While not the most agile, he has enough mobility to execute assignments effectively and handle stunts. A true mauler with a sound two-phase profile, Ioane projects as an immediate floor-raising starter on an NFL offensive line.
Buffalo Bills
KC Concepcion, 22.6% of users
KC Concepcion broke out as a true freshman at NC State with 1,159 total yards and 10 touchdowns, and after a dip in 2024, he rebounded in 2025 to reestablish his draft stock.
At 5’11”, 187 pounds, he’s a dynamic, joystick-like playmaker with elite change-of-direction, spatial awareness, and versatility, making him dangerous after the catch and capable of creating separation. While occasional drops remain an issue, his overall skill set and ability to beat press coverage point to high-end, multi-alignment upside as a movement-Z receiver.
Carolina Panthers
Kenyon Sadiq, 24.8% of users
Kenyon Sadiq is the top tight end prospect in the draft after a breakout 2025 season at Oregon, totaling 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns. At 6’3″, nearly 250 pounds, he pairs a strong, compact frame with elite athleticism, fluidity, and vertical speed, making him a threat up the seam and after the catch.
Sadiq also developed as a route runner, showing the ability to separate and win at the catch point, while contributing as a physical and versatile blocker. Though he can still improve his lower-body strength in-line, he projects as an immediate two-phase contributor at the next level.
Chicago Bears
Kayden McDonald, 23% of users
McDonald followed in first-round pick Tyleik Williams’ footsteps as Ohio State’s starting nose tackle, and now he’s on track to potentially mirror Williams’ draft capital in the 2026 NFL Draft. A former four-star recruit, McDonald tips the scales at 6’3″, 326 pounds, and at his size, he has awesome on-attack explosiveness and raw power capacity. Juxtaposing McDonald with Williams, Williams was visibly more flexible and alignment versatile.
Nevertheless, McDonald serves his early-down purpose well as a double-team magnet, combo absorber, line reset specialist, and block shedder. Meanwhile, he has the high-level linear explosion and throttling point-of-attack power to cave in step-up space on passing downs, as well as the motor to finish plays. While he’ll never be an elite pass-rush force, McDonald is an excellent orbit DT at 0-tech and 1-tech, with the overwhelming point-of-contact power to wreak havoc in the run game, and the juice to be a respectable three-down presence.
Cincinnati Bengals
Caleb Downs | 29.1% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Cincinnati doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Giants.
Caleb Downs has looked like a first-round talent since arriving as a five-star recruit, starring at Alabama before elevating Ohio State’s championship-level defense in 2024 and 2025. While his raw production may not fully reflect his impact, his film shows a true blue-chip safety prospect.
At 6’0″, 205 pounds, Downs is a fluid, explosive playmaker who excels in the box with elite instincts, physicality, and tackling ability, while also offering high-level coverage skills with sharp processing and smooth transitions. His versatility to play deep, in the box, or as a big nickel, combined with his elite football IQ, makes him a true “glue guy” with clear All-Pro upside.
Cleveland Browns
Carnell Tate | 11.3% of users
NOTE: Cleveland has picks No. 6 and No. 24 in the first round.
Carnell Tate enters the 2026 NFL Draft as PFSN’s WR1 and a true X-factor after a breakout evolution in his game. He flashed early with a 52-733-4 line in 2024 despite being Ohio State’s third option behind Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka, but his route running was still raw. That changed in 2025, as Tate developed into a polished technician with rare sink, throttle control, and stem IQ for his size.
He still brings long-strider speed, elite body control, and exceptional catch-point dominance, evidenced by a 28.2% catch rate above expectation, while now consistently separating at all levels and delivering in key moments. Though not a major run-after-catch threat, Tate profiles as a complete X receiver with All-Pro upside in the mold of George Pickens.
Dallas Cowboys
Caleb Downs | 11% of users
NOTE: Dallas has picks No. 12 and No. 20 in the first round.
Downs has looked like a first-round talent since arriving as a five-star recruit, starring at Alabama before elevating Ohio State’s championship-level defense in 2024 and 2025. While his raw production may not fully reflect his impact, his film shows a true blue-chip safety prospect.
At 6’0″, 205 pounds, Downs is a fluid, explosive playmaker who excels in the box with elite instincts, physicality, and tackling ability, while also offering high-level coverage skills with sharp processing and smooth transitions. His versatility to play deep, in the box, or as a big nickel, combined with his elite football IQ, makes him a true “glue guy” with clear All-Pro upside.
Denver Broncos
Kenyon Sadiq | 54.4% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Denver doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Dolphins.
Sadiq is the top tight end prospect in the draft after a breakout 2025 season at Oregon, totaling 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns. At 6’3″, nearly 250 pounds, he pairs a strong, compact frame with elite athleticism, fluidity, and vertical speed, making him a threat up the seam and after the catch.
Sadiq also developed as a route runner, showing the ability to separate and win at the catch point, while contributing as a physical and versatile blocker. Though he can still improve his lower-body strength in-line, he projects as an immediate two-phase contributor at the next level.
Detroit Lions
Spencer Fano, 17.8% of users
Standing out at 6’5″, 304 pounds with rare athleticism and power, Spencer Fano is an explosive run blocker with strong leverage and a physical finishing mindset. He continued to refine his pass protection with improved footwork, hand usage, and overall technique in 2025.
His recovery athleticism, range, and versatility make him effective across schemes, and as his consistency develops, he projects as a high-upside impact starter at the next level.
Green Bay Packers
Kayden McDonald | 9.3% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Green Bay doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Cowboys.
McDonald followed in first-round pick Tyleik Williams’ footsteps as Ohio State’s starting nose tackle, and now he’s on track to potentially mirror Williams’ draft capital in the 2026 NFL Draft. A former four-star recruit, McDonald tips the scales at 6’3″, 326 pounds, and at his size, he has awesome on-attack explosiveness and raw power capacity. Juxtaposing McDonald with Williams, Williams was visibly more flexible and alignment versatile.
Nevertheless, McDonald serves his early-down purpose well as a double-team magnet, combo absorber, line reset specialist, and block shedder. Meanwhile, he has the high-level linear explosion and throttling point-of-attack power to cave in step-up space on passing downs, as well as the motor to finish plays. While he’ll never be an elite pass-rush force, McDonald is an excellent orbit DT at 0-tech and 1-tech, with the overwhelming point-of-contact power to wreak havoc in the run game, and the juice to be a respectable three-down presence.
Houston Texans
Kayden McDonald | 21.1% of users
McDonald followed in first-round pick Tyleik Williams’ footsteps as Ohio State’s starting nose tackle, and now he’s on track to potentially mirror Williams’ draft capital in the 2026 NFL Draft. A former four-star recruit, McDonald tips the scales at 6’3″, 326 pounds, and at his size, he has awesome on-attack explosiveness and raw power capacity. Juxtaposing McDonald with Williams, Williams was visibly more flexible and alignment versatile.
Nevertheless, McDonald serves his early-down purpose well as a double-team magnet, combo absorber, line reset specialist, and block shedder. Meanwhile, he has the high-level linear explosion and throttling point-of-attack power to cave in step-up space on passing downs, as well as the motor to finish plays. While he’ll never be an elite pass-rush force, McDonald is an excellent orbit DT at 0-tech and 1-tech, with the overwhelming point-of-contact power to wreak havoc in the run game, and the juice to be a respectable three-down presence.
Indianapolis Colts
Omar Cooper Jr. | 8.6% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Indianapolis doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Jets.
Part of Indiana’s standout WR duo, Cooper dominated with his explosive, compact build at 6’0″, 201 pounds. He’s a dynamic playmaker who stretches the field and thrives after the catch with strong balance and physicality, while also showing promising route-running nuance.
Though occasional drops and intermediate route development remain areas to improve, Cooper projects as an ascending three-level threat with big-play ability.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Jeremiyah Love | 11.8% of users trade into Round 1 for him
NOTE: Jacksonville doesn’t have a first-round pick after trading it to the Browns.
Jeremiyah Love is the clear-cut RB1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, and he’s trying to become the first RB selected in the top-five since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, but he slides to No. 6 in this mock draft. At 6’0″, 214 pounds, Love is slightly leaner but plays with impressive physicality, pairing burst, long speed, and lateral quickness with strong vision and patience.
Love consistently creates space with sharp instincts and a manipulative running style, while his balance and toughness allow him to fight through contact. A proven receiving threat and RAC weapon in 2025, he profiles as a true RB1 with All-Pro upside and shades of Ahman Green in his game.
Kansas City Chiefs
Rueben Bain Jr., 13.5% of users
NOTE: Kansas City has picks No. 9 and No. 29 in the first round.
Rueben Bain Jr. was a disruptive force from the moment he arrived at Miami, breaking out as a true freshman with 7.5 sacks, 13 tackles for loss, and 3 forced fumbles. After a calf injury limited his sophomore season, he rebounded in 2025 with 8.5 sacks, 13 TFLs, and All-American honors, along with an 82.7 EDGEi Score.
At 275 pounds, Bain combines rare compact mass, natural leverage, and explosive power, allowing him to overwhelm blockers as a pass rusher while holding firm against double teams in the run game. Though some have floated a move to defensive tackle, his blend of strength, versatility, and developing pass-rush arsenal makes him best suited as a movable EDGE, where he projects as a reliable starter with game-wrecking upside.
Las Vegas Raiders
Fernando Mendoza, 72.9% of users
Fernando Mendoza is coming off a dominant 2025 season in which he won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to a Big Ten title and national championship. At 6’5″, 225 pounds, he brings ideal size, smooth pocket mobility, and strong off-script feel, paired with crisp mechanics and the ability to layer throws with precision.
Mendoza combines high-end arm talent, anticipation, and field vision to attack all areas, though his aggressive mindset can lead to risky decisions. While hip stiffness limits his effectiveness outside structure, he thrives in the pocket as a poised gunslinger with a knack for delivering in key moments, drawing comparisons to a young Carson Palmer and projecting as a franchise-caliber quarterback.
Los Angeles Chargers
Olaivavega Ioane, 14.9% of users
At 6’4″, 330 pounds, Ioane brings ideal size, power, and leverage to the interior, pairing strong hands and awareness with reliable pass protection and physical run blocking.
While not the most agile, he has enough mobility to execute assignments effectively and handle stunts. A true mauler with a sound two-phase profile, Ioane projects as an immediate floor-raising starter on an NFL offensive line.
Los Angeles Rams
Makai Lemon, 26.6% of users
Makai Lemon surged into the WR1 conversation alongside Carnell Tate and Jordyn Tyson after a breakout 2025 season, finishing with 79 catches for 1,156 yards, 11 touchdowns, and a top-five PFSN WR Impact Score of 85.1. At 5’11”, 195 pounds, he’s a polished route runner with electric speed, sharp footwork, and elite body control, allowing him to consistently create separation and thrive after the catch.
Despite his size, he also excels in contested situations with strong hands and timing. While questions remain about his ability against press coverage, Lemon’s well-rounded skill set and production profile position him as a high-upside hybrid slot weapon with WR1 potential.
Miami Dolphins
Colton Hood, 7.8% of users
NOTE: Miami has picks No. 11 and No. 30 in the first round
(Hood is most often drafted at No. 30. Francis Mauigoa is also a favorite of Dolphins fans, as he’s being selected 7% of the time).
Colton Hood began his collegiate career at Auburn, before transferring to Colorado to join a talented secondary alongside Travis Hunter and DJ McKinney. Rotating in between two high-profile NFL Draft prospects, Hood managed to produce on his own in 2024, earning honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. He used that momentum to transfer a second time in 2025, making the move to Tennessee in the SEC. With the Volunteers, Hood was again expected to be a CB2 playing across from Jermod McCoy, but McCoy’s early-season injury thrust Hood into a CB1 role, where he thrived.
In 2025, Hood racked up 1 INT, 8 pass breakups, and 4.5 TFLs, while earning a near-elite PFSN CB Impact score of 87.3. At 6’0″, 195 pounds, Hood has an enticing blend of explosiveness, corrective twitch, reactive coil, proportional length, and physicality. He’s still learning to play with more patience and discipline, but he possesses clear early-round ability, with his coverage mobility as the foundation. Hood can stick to WRs in press-man, as well as suddenly redirect and explode through breaks in off-man and zone. His playmaking ability is stamped at the catch point, and he’s a consistent tackler in support as well.
Minnesota Vikings
Dillon Thieneman, 39.6% of users
Dillon Thieneman established himself as a first-round talent thanks to his versatility as a two-high safety, box rover, and occasional single-high defender. A standout since his freshman year at Purdue, he carried that production to Oregon in 2025, finishing with 96 tackles, 3.5 TFLs, 2 interceptions, and 5 pass breakups.
At 6’0″, 207 pounds, Thieneman combines intelligence, range, and physicality with strong coverage instincts and reliable tackling. While he lacks elite top-end fluidity, his athleticism, instincts, and versatility make him a safe, high-impact starter at the next level.
New England Patriots
Max Iheanachor, 14.5% of users
NOTE: EDGE Zion Young is just slightly behind Max Iheanachor among Patriots users.
Max Iheanachor, a Nigerian native who didn’t play high school football, has quickly skyrocketed up boards throughout the pre-draft process. At 6’5″, 315 pounds with long arms, he combines strength, explosiveness, and impressive foot speed with advanced pass-protection instincts for his experience level.
He’s also a powerful, adaptable run blocker who can adjust on the fly. Though he’ll be a slightly older rookie at 22 years old, Iheanachor projects as a quality starting right tackle with significant upside.
New Orleans Saints
Rueben Bain Jr., 28.8% of users
Rueben Bain Jr. was a disruptive force from the moment he arrived at Miami, breaking out as a true freshman with 7.5 sacks, 13 tackles for loss, and 3 forced fumbles. After a calf injury limited his sophomore season, he rebounded in 2025 with 8.5 sacks, 13 TFLs, and All-American honors, along with an 82.7 EDGEi Score.
At 275 pounds, Bain combines rare compact mass, natural leverage, and explosive power, allowing him to overwhelm blockers as a pass rusher while holding firm against double teams in the run game. Though some have floated a move to defensive tackle, his blend of strength, versatility, and developing pass-rush arsenal makes him best suited as a movable EDGE, where he projects as a reliable starter with game-wrecking upside.
New York Giants
Sonny Styles, 26.1% of users
NOTE: New York has picks No. 5 and No. 10 in the first round.
A former safety who started 12 games in 2023, Sonny Styles switched to LB in 2024 and was a revelation for the Buckeyes’ championship defense, racking up 100 tackles, 11 TFLs, 6 sacks, 5 PBUs, and a forced fumble. In 2025, Styles earned first-team All-Big Ten and All-American honors, distinguishing himself as one of the nation’s best defenders.
At 6’5″, 243 pounds, with over 33″ arms, Styles’ size and length, combined with his explosiveness, quickness, and playmaking range, can take over in both phases. He’s an incredibly intelligent defender with elite read-and-react skills. With his safety background, he’s an incredibly natural coverage defender who can manage short and intermediate zones, but he’s also a combative block attacker, a shrewd gap invader, and a dynamic pass-rushing presence with bend and burst. Positional value naturally comes up in conversations about Styles, but he’s a blue-chip LB prospect with his raw grade and has All-Pro potential as an MIKE or WILL in the NFL.
New York Jets
Arvell Reese, 24.5% of users
NOTE: New York has picks No. 2 and No. 16 in the first round.
Arvell Reese, a one-year starter at Ohio State, posted a breakout campaign in which he recorded 6.5 sacks and 10 tackles for loss en route to consensus All-American honors. At 6’4″, 243 pounds, he combines explosive athleticism, length, and power to dominate as a run defender and blitzer, using his strength to shed blocks and disrupt plays in the backfield.
His range and burst make him dangerous in pursuit and as a pass rusher, but his projection remains a key question. Reese has the physical tools to thrive as a SAM linebacker, though he can be fooled by misdirection and lacks fluidity in coverage, while an EDGE transition offers elite upside but requires further development. Ultimately, he’s a high-ceiling “tweener” prospect with rare traits and true X-factor potential.
Philadelphia Eagles
Kenyon Sadiq, 16.4% of users
Sadiq is the top tight end prospect in the draft after a breakout 2025 season at Oregon, totaling 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns. At 6’3″, nearly 250 pounds, he pairs a strong, compact frame with elite athleticism, fluidity, and vertical speed, making him a threat up the seam and after the catch.
Sadiq also developed as a route runner, showing the ability to separate and win at the catch point, while contributing as a physical and versatile blocker. Though he can still improve his lower-body strength in-line, he projects as an immediate two-phase contributor at the next level.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Olaivavega Ioane, 29.5% of users
At 6’4″, 330 pounds, Olaivavega Ioane brings ideal size, power, and leverage to the interior, pairing strong hands and awareness with reliable pass protection and physical run blocking.
While not the most agile, he has enough mobility to execute assignments effectively and handle stunts. A true mauler with a sound two-phase profile, Ioane projects as an immediate floor-raising starter on an NFL offensive line.
San Francisco 49ers
Blake Miller, 17.2% of users
Blake Miller is a high-upside tackle who brings rare experience with nearly 4,000 snaps and 54 starts as a four-year starter. At 6’6″, 315 pounds, he’s an elite athlete for his size, showcasing explosive movement, outstanding range, and strong balance in both the run and pass game.
His 2025 season showed clear growth in strength and technique, though he can still refine his timing. With his versatility and athletic profile, Miller projects as a reliable starter with one of the highest ceilings in the class.
Seattle Seahawks
Colton Hood, 14% of users
Hood began his collegiate career at Auburn, before transferring to Colorado to join a talented secondary alongside Travis Hunter and DJ McKinney. Rotating in between two high-profile NFL Draft prospects, Hood managed to produce on his own in 2024, earning honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. He used that momentum to transfer a second time in 2025, making the move to Tennessee in the SEC. With the Volunteers, Hood was again expected to be a CB2 playing across from Jermod McCoy, but McCoy’s early-season injury thrust Hood into a CB1 role, where he thrived.
In 2025, Hood racked up 1 INT, 8 pass breakups, and 4.5 TFLs, while earning a near-elite PFSN CB Impact score of 87.3. At 6’0″, 195 pounds, Hood has an enticing blend of explosiveness, corrective twitch, reactive coil, proportional length, and physicality. He’s still learning to play with more patience and discipline, but he possesses clear early-round ability, with his coverage mobility as the foundation. Hood can stick to WRs in press-man, as well as suddenly redirect and explode through breaks in off-man and zone. His playmaking ability is stamped at the catch point, and he’s a consistent tackler in support as well.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Kenyon Sadiq, 21.8% of users
NOTE: Keldric Faulk comes in just slightly behind Sadiq with 21.7% of users.
Sadiq is the top tight end prospect in the draft after a breakout 2025 season at Oregon, totaling 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns. At 6’3″, nearly 250 pounds, he pairs a strong, compact frame with elite athleticism, fluidity, and vertical speed, making him a threat up the seam and after the catch.
Sadiq also developed as a route runner, showing the ability to separate and win at the catch point, while contributing as a physical and versatile blocker. Though he can still improve his lower-body strength in-line, he projects as an immediate two-phase contributor at the next level.
Tennessee Titans
Jeremiyah Love, 43.9% of users
Love is the clear-cut RB1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, and he’s trying to become the first RB selected in the top-five since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, but he slides to No. 6 in this mock draft. At 6’0″, 214 pounds, Love is slightly leaner but plays with impressive physicality, pairing burst, long speed, and lateral quickness with strong vision and patience.
Love consistently creates space with sharp instincts and a manipulative running style, while his balance and toughness allow him to fight through contact. A proven receiving threat and RAC weapon in 2025, he profiles as a true RB1 with All-Pro upside and shades of Ahman Green in his game.
Washington Commanders
Jeremiyah Love, 24.7% of users
Love is the clear-cut RB1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, and he’s trying to become the first RB selected in the top-five since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, but he slides to No. 6 in this mock draft. At 6’0″, 214 pounds, Love is slightly leaner but plays with impressive physicality, pairing burst, long speed, and lateral quickness with strong vision and patience.
Love consistently creates space with sharp instincts and a manipulative running style, while his balance and toughness allow him to fight through contact. A proven receiving threat and RAC weapon in 2025, he profiles as a true RB1 with All-Pro upside and shades of Ahman Green in his game.
