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1) Tennessee Titans
Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State
Who the Tennessee Titans pick at No. 1 overall won’t matter unless they get the front-office and head-coach pairing right. Nonetheless, having a defensive playmaker like Arvell Reese will at least raise the unit’s floor and ceiling, making QB Cam Ward’s job that much easier.
Reese plays an LB/EDGE blend for Ohio State, but he will likely move to EDGE full-time in the NFL, and for good reason. His explosiveness and raw tools are dangerous, causing headaches for opposing coaches, especially with Jeffery Simmons already blowing up the interior.
2) New York Jets (From NYG)
Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
Trade: Jets send pick Nos. 5, 28, 106, and 178 to the Giants for pick No. 2
The New York Jets will either find their new QB1 in 2026 or 2027, depending on when Ty Simpson and Dante Moore (both redshirt sophomores) come out. Considering the weak overall class and potential for life-changing money, it wouldn’t be surprising if one or both come out this year.
Simpson has the slight edge over more, thanks to his command of the offense and ability to push the ball downfield while still limiting turnovers.
3) Cleveland Browns
Dante Moore, QB, Oregon
Arm talent? Check. Physical tools? Check. Throwing mechanics? Double check.
Dante Moore has showcased the traits that work at the NFL level and deserve top-five capital. A year behind Dillon Gabriel in Eugene was exactly what the doctor ordered for Moore’s career, and he’s ready to take the starting position from Gabriel once more in Cleveland.
4) New Orleans Saints
Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami (FL)
No pass rusher has been more consistently dominant than Rueben Bain Jr. this season. The raw sack numbers aren’t there (three), but the pressures sure are (54 in 10 games). His raw strength at 6’3″ and 275 pounds makes him more than most offensive tackles can handle, especially when paired with his get-off.
5) New York Giants (From NYJ)
Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Jeremiah Smith, this, Jeremiah Smith, that. Let’s talk about Carnell Tate.
The Robin to Smith’s Batman, Tate has the route-running prowess and body control to operate as a move receiver in an offense, unlocking its ability to give defenses various looks. Although he may never be a true No. 1, he possesses all the tools to thrive as a No. 2, which is precisely what he’ll be alongside Malik Nabers.
6) Las Vegas Raiders
Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Spencer Fano possesses the rare athletic and power combination that warrants Round 1 consideration. Some of Fano’s flaws were exposed early in 2025 (re: Texas Tech), particularly a lack of consistent hand placement and footwork, but he offers the kind of versatility NFL teams covet at the position.
7) Washington Commanders
Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Caleb Downs is one of the best players in the draft class, but due to positional value, he likely will have to wait several picks to hear his name called in Pittsburgh. That said, the Washington Commanders are in desperate need of secondary help, and Downs can do the talking both on the field and off of it.
8) Los Angeles Rams (From ATL)
Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
I’m not the biggest Fernando Mendoza fan, but with the season he’s having with the Indiana Hoosiers, it’s easy to see why many are.
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His arm talent is plain to see, as he’s able to layer passes all over the field. While Mendoza isn’t overly toolsy or athletic, he has the frame that NFL decision-makers love, and he made the transition from Cal to Indiana appear seamless. Sean McVay finds his Matthew Stafford 2.0, and Mendoza gets one of the best mentors a rookie QB could ask for.
9) Cincinnati Bengals
Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Mansoor Delane has been lockdown in his first year with the LSU Tigers. So much so, in fact, that he’s the highest-graded CB in PFSN’s CFB Impact rankings, and it isn’t particularly close. It’s time the Cincinnati Bengals really address their secondary.
10) Arizona Cardinals
Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Makai Lemon is the exact type of WR that’s cooking NFL DBs in 2025: shorter, speedy slot weapons that can stretch the field, win against man, and find the soft spots in zone.
Gone are the days of the 6’3″ monstrosities skywalking their way to massive seasons. It’s time for the short king era, and Lemon belongs in the kingdom.
11) Miami Dolphins
Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
A 6’5″, 288-pound freak of nature who attacks offenses with rare explosiveness and elite power off the edge, Keldric Faulk racked up seven sacks and 11 total TFLs in 2024. The Auburn junior’s blend of length, pursuit speed, and raw strength makes him a legitimate top-10 candidate if he can iron out the technical wrinkles.
12) Minnesota Vikings
Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Jeremiyah Love is quite easily the RB1 in this class and should be the first Irish running back selected in the first round since Jerome Bettis in 1993. A former Missouri state champion in the 100-meter dash (10.76 seconds), Love creates instant mismatch problems and can turn small creases into explosive chunk plays on the ground and as a receiver.
13) Dallas Cowboys
David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
David Bailey has emerged as a buzzy 2026 NFL Draft name thanks to his upside as a pass-rush specialist. At 6’3″, 250 pounds with plus length and fast-striding acceleration, he excels at winning from wide alignments, using his speed and compact build to stress OTs around the arc.
While he still needs to improve his run defense to see more every-down work, Bailey’s value as a designated pass rusher is already evident.
14) Baltimore Ravens
Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
It’s been a season to forget for the Clemson Tigers, but Peter Woods has remained a consistent threat on the interior, stuffing gaps and terrifying QBs where they hate pressure most: up the middle.
15) Kansas City Chiefs
Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Jermod McCoy has yet to play a snap this season due to a torn ACL in 2024, plummeting his draft stock in the eyes of most. But not mine. McCoy could not play a single game this year and still be a first-round pick based on his 2024 tape.
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That provides the Kansas City Chiefs a steal in the middle of the first round. Trent McDuffie is an All-Pro-caliber DB, but Steve Spagnuolo’s defense requires physical CBs who can survive on an island, and that’s precisely what McCoy is.
16) Carolina Panthers
Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Jordyn Tyson is a true three-level threat combining crisp route running, flexibility, and space-creating vertical speed. The do-it-all 6’1″, 195-pound receiver can separate at every level of the field while also possessing the size and length to make contested catches, exploiting leverage spots well against man coverage by adjusting his stems.
17) Houston Texans
Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Caleb Lomu could use some more meat on the bones, but the foundation is there for a franchise tackle, particularly in today’s era, where his quick first step and excellent balance shine. If the Houston Texans want any success, they need to keep C.J. Stroud upright, and Lomu’s addition would go a long way toward that goal.
18) Detroit Lions
T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson
T.J. Parker established himself as a premier 2026 NFL Draft prospect entering 2025, posting exceptional production (16.5 sacks and 33 total tackles for loss) through just two collegiate seasons. Yet, Parker’s stock has corrected slightly from the summer, as his flexibility and lack of elite first-step explosiveness limit his ceiling compared to other athletes.
19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Sonny Styles is a converted safety, and it shows in all the right ways. His movement skills coming downhill are violent, and his fluidity flying around in coverage is the kind of versatility that makes defensive coordinators salivate.
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The son of former Super Bowl champion linebacker Lorenzo Styles Sr., Sonny posted 100 tackles, including 10.5 TFLs (six sacks), during Ohio State’s national championship run after making the position switch, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors.
20) Pittsburgh Steelers
Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
At 6’2″ with a reported 4.4 speed, Chris Bell has “field stretcher” all over his profile. He isn’t the cleanest route runner or technician on the move, but his speed opens up any offense.
21) Cleveland Browns (From JAX)
Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
They say iron sharpens iron, and that’s certainly the case for Rueben Bain Jr. and Miami tackle Francis Mauigoa. The former five-star recruit hit the ground running as a true freshman in 2023, earning the starting job and never looking back.
His physicality should translate well to the NFL level, and whether he slides inside or stays on the edge, if Mauigoa declares, there’s a good chance he’s a first-round lock.
22) Buffalo Bills
Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Denzel Boston is a big-bodied WR able to create separation at the top of routes or out-muscle DBs at the catch point. He moves well for his 6’4″ frame and has enough speed to threaten downfield. He’ll never be a decisive route runner, but he doesn’t have to be to win, and that’s the sort of alpha the Bills have longed for on the outside.
23) San Francisco 49ers
Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
An absolutely gigantic human at 6’7″ and 360+ pounds, Kadyn Proctor moves like someone 50 pounds lighter with awe-inspiring explosion and coordinated footwork. The upside remains palpable despite an inconsistent 2025 campaign, thanks to his long arms, powerful hands, and ability to anchor in pass protection.
Trent Williams won’t be manning the 49ers’ LT spot forever, so it’s time to secure the future.
24) Dallas Cowboys (From GB)
Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Avieon Terrell might tip the scales at just 180 pounds, but he plays way above his weight class, mixing it up with physicality and technique. He’s forced six fumbles and batted away 14 passes over the past two seasons, proving he can change games with effort and ball skills. He’s silky smooth in coverage and has shades of his older brother, Atlanta Falcons star A.J. Terrell, to his game.​
25) Los Angeles Chargers
Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
Kayden McDonald is an immovable object in this class. He eats up double teams and can bully solo blocks. He isn’t going to light up the stat sheet as a pass rusher, but McDonald’s a rock-solid run defender who sets the tone up front every single snap, which the Chargers have lacked for some time.
26) Chicago Bears
Cashius Howell, EDGE, Texas A&M
In case you missed it, Cashius Howell ended a drive with three consecutive sacks vs. Utah State earlier this year. When have you ever seen that on the field? Clearly, he has the bend, strength, and body control to finish at the QB, traits most savvy NFL starters have.
27) Seattle Seahawks
Gennings Dunker, OG, Iowa
Genning Dunker’s still learning the ropes in pass pro and consistency, but when he’s moving forward, he’s a certified people-mover who can bury defenders with pure power. He is built to be an NFL guard, thanks to his heavy hands and stocky frame. The Seattle Seahawks have their tackles set, but it’s time to give the interior some love.
28) New York Giants (From IND Via NYJ)
Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
After backing up Travis Hunter at Colorado and recording just 24 tackles in 13 games, Colton Hood transferred to Tennessee. He immediately turned into a lockdown corner, scoring two defensive touchdowns and earning first-round buzz after replacing injured All-American Jermod McCoy.
29) Los Angeles Rams
Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State
Sam Leavitt, Cam Skattebo, and the Arizona State Sun Devils offense were all the rage last year, but the defense quietly did more than hold its own. A significant reason for their success was Keith Abney II, who broke up nine passes and intercepted three more. The team has fallen far from their 2024 success, but Abney has remained a fixture on the outside.
30) New England Patriots
R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma
R Mason Thomas uses his elite first step and natural bend to create immediate problems off the edge. His lighter frame limits him against the run, and he relies too heavily on speed-to-power, projecting him more as a designated pass-rush specialist rather than an every-down player. But if anyone can extract his potential, it’s Mike Vrabel and Co.
31) Philadelphia Eagles
KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
KC Concepcion delivered one of college football’s most impressive true freshman campaigns at NC State, hauling in 71 catches for 839 yards and 10 TDs while adding 320 rushing yards. Now at Texas A&M, he still resembles a joystick with elite throttle control and change-of-direction skills that create natural separation.
Imagine that play style in the same offense as A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Saquon Barkley, and Jalen Hurts.
32) Denver Broncos
Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Kenyon Sadiq has been one of the more entertaining prospects over the summer and through the first couple of months of the season. The 6’3″, 245-pound junior is a true three-down force multiplier with elite athleticism, and he’s a legitimate matchup nightmare too big for defensive backs and too fast for linebackers.
While Sean Payton hasn’t exactly turned Evan Engram into a difference-maker, he knows a thing or two about utilizing elite talents at the position (Jimmy Graham).
Round 2 | 33) Tennessee Titans
Joshua Josephs, EDGE, Tennessee
While Joshua Josephs isn’t the heaviest EDGE out there, his overwhelming length and active hands allow him to win rep after rep, racking up a career-best 27 pressures this season. He’s quick to set the edge and can hold his ground against bigger tackles, using his reach to disrupt both run and pass plays.
34) New York Giants
C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia
C.J. Allen wasted no time making his mark for Kirby Smart, emerging as an old-school linebacker with new-school juice who helped anchor the Georgia Bulldogs’ defense in 2024.
Though a fairly average 6’1″, 235 pounds, Allen plays much bigger, combining field general instincts, trigger-quick recognition, and elite range with punishing physicality as both a run defender and blitzer.
35) New Orleans Saints
Olaivavega Ioane, OL, Penn State
Olaivavega Ioane is a squatty 6’4″, 330-pound mauler built like a fortress with tremendous mass distribution that makes him nearly impossible to walk back in pass protection. The Saints must continue investing in the trenches, and acquiring a high-floor guard prospect who can play both guard spots is a good way to do so.
36) New York Jets
Kamari Ramsey, S, USC
Outside of possessing a first-round caliber name, Kamari Ramsey’s game has a lot to be excited about: high-level processing, impressive football IQ, versatile, and rarely beaten over the top. With some improved tackling, there’d be very few holes to poke in his game.
37) Las Vegas Raiders
Ja’Kobi Lane, WR, USC
Ja’Kobi Lane isn’t the separator that his USC WR teammate is, but he makes up for it with his lanky 6’4″, 200-pound frame and jaw-dropping catches. He’s a premier red-zone threat, as proven by his 12 touchdowns on 43 receptions last season.
38) Cleveland Browns
Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama
Germie Bernard bounced from Michigan State to Washington before landing in Tuscaloosa and finally cashing in on his five-star hype. With elite route-running precision and reliable hands that make him Ty Simpson’s favorite weapon, Bernard brings the technician skill set and slot versatility that could give Moore an underneath safety valve he’ll target early and often as a rookie.
39) Houston Texans (From WAS)
Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas
What can’t Anthony Hill Jr. do? He only falls out of the first round due to positional value, but one could argue he actually outplays that issue. He’s the heart of Texas’ defense, which appeared in back-to-back semifinals.
40) Cincinnati Bengals
Chase Bisontis, OG, Texas A&M
An imposing 6’6″, 320-pound junior, Chase Bisontis returned to Texas A&M and has flourished since making the move from right tackle to left guard, where his power and physicality anchor one of the SEC’s best offenses.
41) Arizona Cardinals
Isaiah World, OT, Oregon
Isaiah World is, forgive me for the pun, out of this world. He’s one of, if not the, largest prospects in the class at 6’8″ and 318 pounds, and defenders feel every pound. But what is more impressive is how he carries that weight, as World is the definition of a “dancing bear.”
42) Atlanta Falcons
Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee
A 6’5″ and 200-pound vertical threat? Sign me up! Chris Brazzell II isn’t the full package at WR, but his ability to high-point downfield passes is immensely valuable, and when paired with Drake London, it’s deadly.
43) Miami Dolphins
A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon
No 330-pounder should be able to move the way A’Mauri Washington does. His get-off is uncanny and catches guards and centers alike by surprise, and that freak athleticism is worthy of a top-50 pick.
44) Minnesota Vikings
Will Lee III, CB, Texas A&M
Will Lee III’s path to the draft has been anything but straight. Yet, the former JUCO star has found his stride with the Texas A&M Aggies, forcing QBs to look toward the other side of the field. He’s a physical force, using his 6’2″ frame and long arms to envelop pass catchers that enter his vicinity. That’s just the type of CB Brian Flores would love on the outside.
45) New York Jets (From DAL)
Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon
Emmanuel Pregnon, the 6’5″, 318-pound former Wyoming/USC guard, didn’t allow a single sack in 13 games for the Trojans last season before transferring to Oregon, earning second-team All-Big Ten honors.
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While he’s not a road-grading mauler in the run game, his combination of size, lateral movement skills, and power makes him a top guard prospect in the 2026 class.
46) Kansas City Chiefs
Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington
Jonah Coleman doesn’t have the eye-popping 40 or highlight-reel hops, but what he does have is a bulldog build and a relentless motor that just wears defenses down. At 5’9″, 228 pounds, he churns out tough yards inside, showing sharp feet, quick cuts, and the contact balance to shake tackles and bounce off bodies, even as a receiver.
47) Baltimore Ravens
LT Overton, EDGE, Alabama
LT Overton is a bit of a DT/EDGE tweener at 6’5″ and 282 pounds, but that positional ambiguity should be seen as a weapon, not a weakness. At 6’5″ with arms exceeding 33 inches and brute strength that allows him to set a violent edge, he can be a Swiss Army knife for a Ravens defense that knows how to that archetype.
48) Houston Texans
Christen Miller, DT, Georgia
Christen Miller brings serious length and power on the defensive interior for Georgia, sporting the frame teams covet for 3-4 DE roles. His tape already shows him holding his ground and wrecking run plays with pro-level anchor strength and pad leverage, even if his pass-rush bag still needs some seasoning.
49) Carolina Panthers
Parker Brailsford, OC, Alabama
There are few linemen as consistent as Parker Brailsford in pass protection. His smaller size (6’2″, 290) has indeed caused issues in the SEC trenches, particularly in the run game, but he actually improved in pass pro after shining there with the Washington Huskies in 2023.
50) Detroit Lions
Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio State
Davison Igbinosun brings an uncommon blend of length, vertical speed, and quickness that allows him to play at both the slot and the boundary. He entered Ohio State as a toolsy, raw prospect with high highs and low lows.
While he’s evened out the inconsistencies, it’s still his athletic traits and developing instincts that have him firmly on NFL radars, not polished technique.
51) Pittsburgh Steelers
Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Clemson’s iron man up front, Blake Miller, has played over 3,000 career snaps as a four-year starter. At 6’6″, 315 with stellar flexibility and rare athletic traits, he’s a prototype for NFL zone schemes and flashes the kind of power and fluidity that make OL coaches drool.
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Early-career pass pro issues against power still show up at times, but Miller’s late-2025 play suggests that anchor strength and overall control are catching up to his explosive movement skills.
52) Jacksonville Jaguars
Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
Despite making a massive change, Brandon Cisse wasted no time making waves after landing at South Carolina, shutting down receivers left and right. His instincts and burst at the catch point make him a nightmare for QBs who test him, and that sticky-man coverage is already turning heads.
53) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa State
“Big Citrus” lives up to his nickname with freakish power numbers (450-pound bench and 650-pound squat) that translate into devastating bull rushes when he’s dialed in. Domonique Orange fires off the snap with surprising first-step quickness for his frame, creating the kind of speed-to-power conversion that collapses pockets against overwhelmed guards.
54) San Francisco 49ers
Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
Caleb Banks, a 6’6″, 325-pound mammoth, has an inhuman burst that makes him a stack-and-shed nightmare for offensive lines, flashing blue-chip potential with his forklift power and developing pass-rush arsenal of swims, swipes, and long-arms.
Of course, his early-season injury has left much of his evaluation up to the P word (potential), which is why he falls into the middle of the second round.
55) Buffalo Bills
Quincy Rhodes Jr., EDGE, Arkansas
A towering 6’6″, 275-pound breakout who’s shown off rare versatility and an NFL-ready build, Quincy Rhodes Jr. has been a lone bright spot for the Arkansas Razorbacks.
Whether lining up inside or on the edge, he’s given Arkansas a mismatch creator able to play all over the front, and his upside seems sky-high after making waves in just his first year as a starter.
56) Green Bay Packers
Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
Chris Johnson has been sensational this season, clamping down on his side of the field and being a force in run defense, which is uncommon for his position. His tackling ability and knack in coverage have vaulted up NFL Draft rankings.
57) Los Angeles Chargers
Kade Pieper, OG, Iowa
Kade Pieper might be one of the most athletic offensive linemen in college football, but he may return to school as a redshirt sophomore. His movement skills are all the rage, especially if he slides to center long-term, where his blend of athleticism and football IQ could make him a high-impact starter down the road.
58) Seattle Seahawks
Julian Neal, CB, Arkansas
Since making the jump from Fresno State, Arkansas’s newest defensive playmaker is creating headaches for SEC offenses. Julian Neal stands out most when blowing up screens and sniffing out quick hitters, using his frame and physicality to erase chunks of yardage in the flats.
59) Chicago Bears
A.J. Haulcy, S, LSU
It’s not often you see a collegiate player excel at three different schools, but that’s precisely what A.J. Haulcy has done (New Mexico, Houston, and LSU). He’s played mainly as a single-high safety with limited reps in the slot, but his play downfield and coming downhill makes up for his lack of versatility.
60) Indianapolis Colts
Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
From effort to instincts to feel in zone, Dillon Thieneman is a defensive coordinator’s dream in the deep third. He may not have the jaw-dropping athletic abilities of others in the defensive backfield, but he’s nearly always in the correct position.
61) Los Angeles Rams
Max Iheanachor, DT, Arizona State
Max Iheanachor’s journey from soccer fields in Nigeria to a JUCO stop and then Arizona State is wild, but his development since landing in Tempe is even more impressive. At 6’5″, 322 with long arms and rare athleticism, Iheanachor pops off the tape with his foot speed, range as a puller, and flexibility to recover and pick up assignments on the fly.
62) New England Patriots
Jaishawn Barham, LB, Michigan
Jaishawn Barham arrived at Michigan in 2024 with high expectations after notching 10 tackles for loss, including seven sacks, with the Maryland Terrapins. However, his first year in Ann Arbor was marked by some growing pains. His trademark physicality flashed at 6’3″ and 248 pounds, but inconsistent instincts and coverage play plagued his campaign.
Regardless, Barham is an explosive, power-packed athlete who can pop at the point of attack, control blocks, and deliver hits on the move.
63) Philadelphia Eagles
Matayo Uiagalelei, EDGE, Oregon
The younger brother of former Clemson QB DJ Uiagalelei, Matayo led the Big Ten with 10.5 sacks as a sophomore and earned first-team All-Big Ten honors. But the 6’5″, 270-pound five-star recruit’s high pad level and underdeveloped counter moves beyond his devastating speed rush suggest he’s still a year or two away from being a complete three-down edge. Nevertheless, the Eagles have time, and they’d love to bank on Uiagalelei’s upside.
64) Denver Broncos
Mateen Ibirogba, DT, Wake Forest
Want to see a prospect POP off the film? Turn on Mateen Ibirogba’s tape.
A former star EDGE at Georgetown, Ibirogba has transformed into an eye-popping DT along Wake Forest’s defensive line. He doesn’t play the most snaps of the unit (fourth most), but the ability to cross-face and disrupt the opposing backfield is unparalleled.
Round 3 | 65) Tennessee Titans
Skyler Bell, WR, UConn
There aren’t many mid-round receivers hotter than UConn’s breakout playmaker, Skyler Bell, whose production has absolutely exploded since transferring home from Wisconsin. With a quick-twitch style and sharp angles in the open field, he shreds defenses for chunk yards both on schemed touches and as a route technician, piling up nearly 1,000 yards and double-digit scores by midseason.
66) Houston Texans (From NYG)
Justice Haynes, RB, Michigan
The son of former NFL running back Verron Haynes transferred from Alabama after two frustrating backup seasons and immediately exploded for five straight 100-yard games. Although Justice Haynes lacks elite breakaway speed and remains limited as a pass catcher, his one-cut decisiveness and contact balance make him a plug-and-play Day 2 back.
67) Philadelphia Eagles (From NYJ)
Connor Lew, OC, Auburn
If the NFL allows Connor Lew, torn ACL and all, to fall to the Eagles, it deserves the reckoning once he’s healthy. He’s a first-round talent who will only fall due to the nature of his injury.
68) Las Vegas Raiders
Xavier Scott, CB, Illinois
Illinois churns out NFL-worthy defensive backs, and Xavier Scott is the next man up. Lining up primarily in the slot, Scott is a gnat in coverage and is also willing to lay the boom in the run game, improving his tackle rate in each of the last three years.
69) Cleveland Browns
Genesis Smith, S, Arizona
Genesis Smith has been a consistent playmaker in the Wildcats’ secondary and brings the kind of box-safety versatility that can handle tight ends in coverage while providing run support, which is exactly the type of chess piece Cleveland would love to deploy.
70) New Orleans Saints
Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
At 6’4″ and 240, Jake Golday is a rare breed at linebacker. He has EDGE size but safety movement ability, resulting in a true playmaker in every sense of the word.
71) Washington Commanders
Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana
Elijah Sarratt hauled in eight catches for 121 yards and a touchdown against Oregon, continuing his journey from FCS standout to Big Ten weapon after stops at Saint Francis and James Madison.
The 6’2″, 210-pound receiver pairs reliable hands (43 of his 53 catches in 2024 went for first downs or touchdowns) with strong body control at the catch point, though he lacks elite athletic traits.
72) Arizona Cardinals
Jermaine Mathews Jr., CB, Ohio State
Jermaine Mathews Jr. brings twitchy movement skills with recovery speed and zone coverage instincts that scream Day 2 potential after rotating behind Ohio State’s national championship secondary.
73) Atlanta Falcons
Amare Ferrell, S, Indiana
Amare Ferrell anchored an Indiana defense that ranked sixth nationally in points allowed and helped earn a College Football Playoff berth last year, compiling 49 tackles and four interceptions. At 6’2″ and 200 pounds, his impressive versatility and athleticism make him a rising 2026 NFL Draft prospect, especially with his Hoosiers now 11-0.
74) Cincinnati Bengals
Dontay Corleone, DT, Cincinnati
At 6’1″, 320 pounds, Dontay Corleone is a gap-merchant nose tackle with powerful hands, excellent lateral movement, and a nose for the football that made him a third-team All-American as a redshirt freshman.
75) Miami Dolphins (From HOU)
Cayden Green, OG, Missouri
Cayden Green has impressed since moving from left guard to left tackle for the Tigers this year, which is just another plus on his resume. Still, he’s a guard at heart, and that’s where his natural power pops on film.
76) Minnesota Vikings
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren has been one of the MAC’s most productive ball hawks with 144 tackles, four interceptions (including a pick-six), and six forced fumbles over the past two seasons. He’s an intriguing Day 2 safety who brings the versatility to play deep, in the box, or over the slot.
77) Pittsburgh Steelers (From DAL)
Tyreak Sapp, EDGE, Florida
Tyreak Sapp is a broad 6’3″, 276-pound brick wall on the edge, and it shows most in run defense. He’s still honing his craft as a pass rusher, and although his floor is relatively low in that phase of the game, his ability to impact the ground game will cause him to come off the board early.
78) Baltimore Ravens
Dametrious Crownover, DT, Texas A&M
A 6’7″, 340-pound former tight end, Dametrious Crownover has allowed just two sacks across 921 pass-blocking snaps in his career, though his conditioning needs work and he struggles against speed rushers after putting on 70 pounds since high school.
79) Kansas City Chiefs
Michael Trigg, TE, Baylor
Don’t know Michael Trigg? Just turn on his highlight reel, and you’ll think he’s a first-round talent. Of course, being that he’s a TE, he won’t go close to Round 1, but his catch radius and fluidity as a pass catcher will see him selected in the Top 100.
80) Carolina Panthers
Derrick Moore, EDGE, Michigan
Derrick Moore has been an above-average pass rusher for three years with the Michigan Wolverines, and that may still be doing him a disservice. He’s generated 19.5 sacks since 2022 while also holding his own in run defense. He won’t wow with his physical tools, but production, especially at a school like Michigan, will earn him a decently high draft pick.
81) Miami Dolphins
Tacario Davis, CB, Washington
Last summer, Tacario Davis was talked up as a potential CB1 candidate. After a down year in his final campaign with the Arizona Wildcats, he’s looked to reclaim his place in the conversation with a talented Washington secondary under Jedd Fisch.
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If he can continue to piece things together, he has the makings of a star outside corner, as he’s shown in his handful of games back this season.
82) Jacksonville Jaguars
Zxavian Harris, DT, Ole Miss
6’8″ and 330 pounds, need I say more? No, but I will. Xzavian Harris is a monster along the defensive line. Although Ole Miss is playing him at EDGE, he’ll find his NFL home on the inside, where his massive size, wingspan, and grip strength can collapse pockets and ruin run plays.
83) Jacksonville Jaguars (From DET)
Taurean York, LB, Texas A&M
Taurean York will likely fall on boards due to his size (5’10”), yet his processing, closing speed, and overall command of the second level won’t let him slide long on draft day. He can start his career off as a special teams ace while building his body up to withstand the sheer force delivered in the trenches.
84) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Logan Jones, OC, Iowa
Logan Jones has become the steady rock in the middle for Iowa, starting nearly 50 games and serving as the heartbeat of a run-first Hawkeyes line. He isn’t bulldozing defenders, but he’s got the versatility, football IQ, and movement skills that make him a late Day 2, early Day 3 prospect with real upside in a zone-heavy NFL scheme.
85) Pittsburgh Steelers
A.J. Harris, CB, Penn State
A.J. Harris is the latest potential star in Penn State’s DB pipeline, carrying prototypical measurements at 6’1″ and 193 pounds with the fluid athleticism that translates to both man and zone schemes.
86) Buffalo Bills
Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
Jacob Rodriguez deserves to be a Heisman finalist for the somewhat insane season he’s putting together, but more than that, the former QB deserves a top-100 selection. His play recognition and fluid flow through the defense allow him to thrive in chaos, something he’ll see a lot of in NFL boxes.
87) San Francisco 49ers
Kevin Coleman Jr., WR, Missouri
It’s been four years and four teams (Jackson State, Louisville, Mississippi State, and Missouri) for the former five-star recruit, but Kevin Coleman Jr. is a menace out of the slot. Not unlike his predecessor, Luther Burden III, KCJ rarely allows DBs to get hands on him, and speaking of hands, he has some of the best in the nation.
88) Green Bay Packers
Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech
There are several nose tackles worthy of top-100 consideration in the 2026 NFL Draft class, but Lee Hunter may be the biggest playmaker of the bunch. His inconsistencies cause him to fall below the rest, but if you are swinging for upside, Hunter is your guy.
89) Los Angeles Chargers
Jalon Kilgore, S, South Carolina
Jalon Kilgore brings the kind of chess-piece versatility that modern NFL defenses crave, lining up everywhere from boundary corner to field safety while posting three TFLs and five picks in 2024.
The 6’1″, 219-pound playmaker combines length with explosive closing speed, using his football IQ to hawk errant throws and deliver punishment in run support. His absolute peak NFL comp would be Derwin James, so why not allow him to train under him?
90) Chicago Bears
Darrell Jackson, DT, Florida State
Darrell Jackson anchors the middle for Florida State at 6’5″, 337 pounds, combining brute strength with a knack for making impact plays in the trenches. He’s built a reputation for congesting lanes and delivering key stops against top competition. Jackson isn’t just a space-eater, either, as he’s shown enough quickness and interior chaos creation to make noise as a solid Day 2 NFL Draft pick.
91) Seattle Seahawks
Gabe Jacas, EDGE, Illinois
Gabe Jacas is a 6’3″, 275-pound powerhouse whose wrestling background creates devastating leverage at the point of attack. Last season, he posted 74 tackles and 13 TFLs, including eight sacks, for the Illini.
92) Indianapolis Colts
Whit Weeks, LB, LSU
Although Whit Weeks isn’t as hyped as Harold Perkins Jr., he’s delivered big-time results as LSU’s rangy linebacker, racking up 125 tackles last year and staying productive despite a late-season leg injury this season. His speed and instincts pop off the tape, and he’s tough enough to stack blocks and cover ground.
93) Los Angeles Rams
Cooper Barkate, WR, Duke
Cooper Barkate has been on a tear since transferring to Duke after an All-America season at Harvard, quickly becoming Darian Mensah’s go-to pass catcher and stacking up nearly 900 yards in just 10 games. He’s got the IQ and athletic traits to separate at all levels, plus he’s flashed legit slot/boundary versatility and a knack for big games (ask Clemson’s defense).
94) New England Patriots
Brian Parker II, OG, Duke
You won’t see many analysts discuss Brian Parker II, but I will. The 6’5″, 305-pounder has played both tackle spots for the Duke Blue Devils over the last three years, but he’s made a home at right tackle. His lighter frame and shorter arm length warrant a move inside, but his consistency and impressive technique should translate into a solid starter with time.
95) Miami Dolphins (From PHI)
Max Klare, TE, Ohio State
Max Klare’s transfer to Ohio State came with plenty of hype, but the early returns were up and down.
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He’s a smooth route runner who wins with separation and catch-point toughness, yet lately he’s started to bring tenacity as a blocker, rounding out his versatile NFL profile even if he still needs to add a little mass for Sundays.​
96) Denver Broncos
Harold Perkins Jr., LB, LSU
Harold Perkins Jr. has been one of my favorite linebackers to watch over the last three years. Still, a lack of defensive imagination and injuries have caused many to look elsewhere at the position. Not me. Perkins remains the uber-athletic hybrid defender who can blitz and cover with the best in the class, a skill we saw flashes of as a true freshman.
97) Minnesota Vikings
Romello Height, EDGE, Texas Tech
Romello Height has been a collegiate athlete since 2020, making him one of the oldest prospects on the board. That said, he can rush the passer with some of the best in the class.
98) Philadelphia Eagles
Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Jadarian Price might play second fiddle to Jeremiah Love in Notre Dame’s backfield, but don’t sleep on him. He’s not the pretty receiving threat Love is, but Price flashes creative footwork and athletic burst all over the field. At 5’11”, 209, he smashes through contact, can bail out the QB in pass pro, and his cuts leave defenders grabbing at air between the tackles.
99) Pittsburgh Steelers
Carson Beck, QB, Miami (FL)
Carson Beck, in this economy? Yes, actually. Beck has remade his image with the Hurricanes, and while it hasn’t been all sunshine and rainbows, he’s looked much more like the 2023 QB who many saw as a potential QB1 rather than the 2024 QB who fell from his high horse. Aaron Rodgers isn’t beating Father Time, so why not take a shot at his replacement, just like the Steelers did with Will Howard?
100) Jacksonville Jaguars (From DET)
JC Davis, OT, Illinois
You might be wondering, “Who is JC Davis?” Allow me to introduce the Illinois instegator. A former stalwart at New Mexico, where he started as a true freshman, Davis transferred to Illinois in 2024 and has cemented his place as the blindside protector. He cut his penalties from nine to zero this year and has vastly improved as a bulldozer in the ground game.
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