It would be a colossal shock if it were anyone but Mendoza here at #1 overall. The Raiders aren't allowed to say ahead of time who they're going to pick, but it's been obvious for some time now.
Reese is a unique prospect, a linebacker with exceptional speed that also translates into being an elite EDGE rusher. The Jets are in the midst of a massive defensive overhaul and adding Reese would be quite beneficial.
Potential trade-back spot for a team wanting to leapfrog the Titans for Jeremiyah Love. Right offensive tackle is a spot that Mauigoa could fill right away for the Cardinals.
The Titans had plenty of cap room and have been big spenders in free agency. Love has remarkable skill as a receiver out of the backfield; some evaluators have Love as their top overall player.
Styles had a tremendous showing at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and would be a great addition to the Giants on defense. He's a safety/linebacker hybrid who could be used in a variety of ways.
Perhaps the best left offensive tackle in the draft, Freeling has been moving up draft boards after a superb showing at the NFL Combine. Whispers suggest that Freeling is a strong probability here for the Browns.
The Commanders spent big in free agency, including at EDGE. A pure safety hasn't gone in the top ten of the NFL Draft since 2016, but Downs in a special talent with incredible read-and-react capability.
It has been several years since the Chiefs have had a top 10 draft selection. Bailey is one of the best EDGE rusher prospects in the draft, to the point that it might surprise some if he's still on the board here.
Cornerback is a major need for Miami, and Delane is tops at the position on many evaluator lists. Miami has needs at wide receiver as well that might be considered here.
Tate is a reliable receiver with great hands and an uncanny ability to get open. Oregon TE Kendon Sadiq would likely also be under consideration for this spot.
Baltimore had been slated to send this pick to Las Vegas as part of the nixed Maxx Crosby trade. There are some hints that Ioane might go top 10 (glancing at Washington and New Orleans) though interior offensive line as a position tends to get faded at the top of the draft board.
Bain is a ferocious pass rusher who really shined in 2025 for the Miami Hurricanes. Arm length is a concern, but Bain has a tremendous motor and the size to be effective against the run.
Lemon had a great 2025 season at Southern Cal. Great hands, reliable playmaker. The Jets have three (!) first-round selections in next year's draft, which is lining up to potentially be a historically strong class at quarterback.
Taylor Decker is returning for 2026 for Detroit, but that shouldn't preclude the Lions from considering Fano here. He's particularly skilled at run-blocking.
Thieneman ran a 4.35 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. I knew he was fast from watching his game video from Purdue and Oregon, but even that surprised me. He'd be a perfect fit for Minnesota at a need position.
Sadiq had a very impressive showing at the NFL Combine, to the point that he could be gone well before this spot. Carolina has a variety of options to consider here, but Sadiq would be a great addition to the Panthers offense.
Buffalo traded its 2026 second-round selection as part of the deal with Chicago to acquire WR DJ Moore. Mesidor turns 25 next month, and he'd seem to be the best fit for a team with a serious chance to contend for a championship in 2026.
Wide receiver is a need position for the Chiefs, who should have several strong candidates available at this position. Bernard had an outstanding 2025 season for Alabama and his yards-after-catch potential is strong.
There should be several strong options at wide receiver here for the Patriots. Concepcion is an explosive threat who had some spectacular plays for Texas A&M last season.
