3-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Giants reach to get Jaxson Dart a new weapon, Jeremiyah Love goes very early, and a deep run on WRs
The latest 3-round 2026 NFL mock draft includes a massive run on wide receivers, pass rushers, and a ton of surprises.
The College Football regular season is now concluded, and we are heading down the final stretch of the NFL season as well. Before you know it, the offseason will be upon us, and you know what that means – It is almost officially 2026 NFL Draft season! In our slow march to April, scouting reports and mock drafts will be plentiful to get everyone prepared.
With help from my A to Z Sports counterparts Destin Adams and Joe DeLeone, we collaborated to put together a good ole’ three-round mock draft. In this particular mock draft, we opted not to do trades. Once the season is completely over and the draft order is solidified, that is when we will start toying with trade options at the top of the draft. So yes, the New York Giants didn’t trade back in this exercise. Get over it.
To keep things as clean as possible, DeLeone, Adams and I alternated selections in increments of four. Each selection is clearly marked for who made the selection, with the analysis that followed. We even provided analysis for the teams who didn’t have a first round selection for their first selection. So sit back, relax, and let’s mock draft.
Round One
1. New York Giants: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
“If the Giants secure the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, they will likely trade it to the highest bidder. However, since this scenario does not involve trades, they are instead targeting Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson. This addition would give them a strong young offensive core and form an impressive receiving duo with Malik Nabers.” – Adams
2. Las Vegas Raiders: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
“The Raiders are a team that would likely be very interested in trading for the top pick if they do not secure it themselves. Having the opportunity to select the top quarterback in the 2026 draft class would be invaluable for a team with a solid young core on offense that needs to find the right player at the quarterback position. In this scenario, they successfully acquire the top quarterback without trading up and select Fernando Mendoza from Indiana.” – Adams
3. Tennessee Titans: Arvell Reese, LB/Edge, Ohio State
“No matter where the Titans land in this draft class, their roster is in desperate need of blue-chip talent. Cam Ward has had enough flashes to keep them out of the quarterback market. Which allows them to take the best player available, and that is Ohio State’s Arvell Reese, who can rush the passer and be a stand-up linebacker for Tennessee.” – Adams
4. Cleveland Browns: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
“The Browns have decided to let Shedeur Sanders start for the remainder of the season. This will give them a chance to assess whether he has the potential to be their starting quarterback in the future. If they determine that he does possess that potential, they will need to focus on protecting him long-term by selecting the top offensive lineman in the class, Utah’s Spencer Fano.” – Adams
5. New Orleans Saints: Reuben Bain, EDGE, Miami
“The Saints’ pass rush was a once-formidable unit, but now they’ve aged out and need a new star to replace Cam Jordan. Bain is a wrecking ball of a pass rusher who will completely transform their defense. His physical style of play will set the tone for this squad, hopefully for years to come.” – DeLeone
6. Washington Commanders: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
“The thought of seeing Love in the same backfield as Jayden Daniels is legitimately scary. The Commanders’ offense needs another star playmaker, and Love is exactly that guy. His rare burst and smooth running style could turn Washington’s offense into one of the best in the NFL.” – DeLeone
7. New York Jets: Dante Moore, QB, Oregon
“Resetting a quarterback once again is awfully depressing for the Jets; however, this time, they can get it right. Moore is one of the most reliable prospects they can select, as he has the tools to become a high-level starter in the NFL. His accuracy and touch will help set up Garrett Wilson and other playmakers early.” – DeLeone
8. Arizona Cardinals: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
“Marvin Harrison Jr. hasn’t exactly played up to his lofty expectations. Finding him someone to run alongside at wide receiver could be the key to unlocking more of his potential. Tate and Harrison crossed paths briefly in Columbus, but the Ohio State connection will help this offense finally flourish.” – DeLeone
9. Los Angeles Rams: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
“This is a Rams roster that doesn’t have a ton of glaring weaknesses. Upgrading the cornerback position is one of them, which McCoy would do immediately. Forget the ACL injury. This is a dominant press-man cornerback who can run – a winning combination.” – Roberts
10. Cincinnati Bengals: Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
“It’s been a couple of years since the Bengals had a legitimate interior presence. While it wasn’t exactly a season to remember for Woods, he’s an outstanding athlete who brings a ton of versatility to the table. If developed properly, Cincinnati has a game changer in the middle of their defense.” – Roberts
11. Minnesota Vikings: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
“While McCoy is considered to be the top cornerback in the class by many, Delane has cut the gap and overtaken him, depending on who you talk to. Versatility is the name of Delane’s game, having the versatility to play on the outside, in the slot, and even at safety at times. This is a sticky man cover cornerback with unique alignment upside.” – Roberts
12. Miami Dolphins: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
“While this might be viewed as a luxury for some, Sadiq’s talent would bring a lot of intrigue to the Dolphins’ offense. He is an outstanding athlete, having the upside to develop into a passing game weapon. Sadiq is also a tremendous blocker, which should only improve the Miami running game.” – Roberts
13. Baltimore Ravens: David Bailey, Edge, Texas Tech
“This year has not gone as planned for the Ravens, and there are several areas on their roster that need improvement in the offseason. One of the most critical needs is enhancing their pass rush, and Texas Tech’s David Bailey has emerged as one of the most dominant pass rushers in college football this season.” – Adams
14. Kansas City Chiefs: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
“If the season ended today, the Kansas City Chiefs would not only miss out on winning the AFC West, but they would also fail to qualify for the AFC playoffs altogether. Their offense has not performed like the dominant unit that has defined the Chiefs’ dynasty, and it requires significant adjustments to return to that level of play. Acquiring a starting offensive tackle on day one of the draft would be a step in the right direction, and Miami’s Francis Mauigoa is being considered as a top tackle in this class.” – Adams
15. Dallas Cowboys: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
“The Cowboys’ defense is in need of a makeover, and acquiring one of the top defensive players in this draft class would be a great way to start. Ohio State’s Caleb Downs has been one of the standout players in college football over the past three years. If he played a more premium position instead of safety, he would likely be a lock for a top-10 pick. However, he could fall into the Cowboys’ hands, and I believe Jerry Jones would end his fall here.” – Adams
16. Carolina Panthers: Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M
“The Panthers have struggled to find a game-changing pass rusher since trading Brian Burns. This year, the team has made noticeable progress and secured some significant victories. However, to be considered serious contenders, they need to consistently create pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Texas A&M’s Cashius Howell has demonstrated his dominance this season, showing just how impactful he can be.” – Adams
17. Detroit Lions: Keldrick Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
“It’s been talked about for some time now that Detroit needs to find a secondary rusher opposite Aidan Hutchinson. Thankfully for them, they benefit from Faulk falling this far and still being on the board. His massive frame and impactful play strength will help divert attention away from Hutchinson.” – DeLeone
18. New York Jets: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
“The Jets went full rebuild mode when they traded away Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner at the trade deadline. With their haul of draft picks, they’ll need to start searching for replacements for those stars. Hood was a quality starter for Tennessee this season and can slot right into the Jets’ defense to start the rebuild.” – DeLeone
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
“When I think of the history of the Buccaneers, I think of elite linebackers. It’s time to go and find that next defensive center piece to anchor their defense. Styles is going to be one of the rarest athletes in this draft class, and he showed strides in his processing. He could be the final missing piece for taking a good defense to the next level.” – DeLeone
20. Pittsburgh Steelers: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
“The Steelers will need to be aggressive in trading up if they want to find their next quarterback. They’ve waded in this murky spot where they’ve tried to duct tape their quarterback situation. This year, they can’t leave the draft without finding a solution. While Simpson did not finish the year as strong as he started, he showed he still has a natural playmaking ability. If given the proper time to develop with an already talented offense, he could have a tremendous start to his career in the NFL.” – DeLeone
21. Philadelphia Eagles: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
“With the AJ Brown saga continuing, it’s uncertain how much longer he’s going to put on an Eagle uniform. General manager Howie Roseman would be best served to upgrade that wide receiver room around DeVonta Smith. Lemon is a clean separator who excels as a route runner and after the catch, while also being better at the catch point than most would expect.” – Roberts
22. Houston Texans: Olaivavega Ioane, IOL, Penn State
“The Texans must protect quarterback CJ Stroud by any means necessary. Ioane is a massive interior lineman who does his best work in pass protection. He also has the raw power and movement skills to become even better in the run game.” – Roberts
23. Chicago Bears: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
“There is a substantial hole at left tackle for the Bears, and protecting quarterback Caleb Williams should be the top priority. Lomu is an impressive athlete on the offensive line who continues to develop physically. His upside is substantial.” – Roberts
24. Buffalo Bills: Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
“Even with the recent news of a torn ACL, Bell is still a risk worth taking. At over 6-1 and 227 pounds, the Louisville star is an outstanding athlete who has absurd acceleration for his size. Quarterback Josh Allen could use this type of after catch demon.” – Roberts
25. Los Angeles Chargers: T.J.Parker, EDGE, Clemson
“The Chargers obviously have a major need on the offensive line, but the board didn’t fall their way to land a day one starter here. So instead, they look to the other side of the line and select T.J. Parker. Parker had a down year like the rest of his Clemson team, but before the year, he was projected to be a top-five pick.” – Adams
26. San Francisco 49ers: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
“Kadyn Proctor is far from a perfect prospect, and his flaws have been exposed at times this year at Alabama. The 49ers wouldn’t have to rush him on the field though and he could learn behind Trent Williams. Could be a perfect spot for him to start his career.” – Adams
27. Cleveland Browns: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
“The Browns’ first pick was to protect Sanders, and now this one gives him an additional weapon. Denzel Boston isn’t going to have a first-round grade from every team, but I do think he would be a good fit with the Browns to pair with Jerry Jeudy.” – Adams
28. Dallas Cowboys: CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
“The Cowboys added to their secondary with their first pick by adding Downs to their safety room. With their second selection, they improve the middle of their defense by getting a more long-term fix at LB by drafting Georgia’s CJ Allen. Allen is a sideline-to-sideline linebacker that impacts the game in multiple ways. He would be a day one starter and would be a solid piece for whoever ends up being the long-term defensive coordinator in Dallas.” – Adams
29. Seattle Seahawks: KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
“Jaxson Smith-Njigba took a massive leap this season into becoming one of the best receivers in the NFL. If they spend an early pick on a partner in crime, this offense could become nearly unstoppable. Concepcion supplies an impactful counterpunch to Smith-Njigba as an explosive deep threat.” – DeLeone
30. New England Patriots: Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee
“Drake Maye’s explosive emergence into a top quarterback in the NFL has set up the Patriots way sooner for success than anyone expected. He’s elevated the entire offense, but he could use more weapons. Brazzell was a massive threat for Tennessee’s offense this year and would pair with Stefon Diggs.” – DeLeone
31. Los Angeles Rams: Kamari Ramsey, S, USC
“The Rams are equipped with an opportunity to take their already dominant defense to a ridiculous level with their first-round picks this year. Adding Ramsey to the defensive backfield could make it impossible to throw against this defense.” – DeLeone
32. Denver Broncos: Max Klare, TE, Ohio State
“Denver’s success has been carried by its defense, and its offense must be more consistent. Sean Payton’s offenses have historically been the best when they have had an elite tight end. It’s time for the Broncos to find that guy for Bo Nix. Klare is incredibly underrated in this class, bringing a smooth play style to the roster.” – DeLeone
Round Two
33. Las Vegas Raiders: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State (Roberts)
34. Tennessee Titans: Aveion Terrell, CB, Clemson (Roberts)
35. New York Giants: Isaiah World, OT, Oregon (Roberts)
36. New Orleans Saints: A’mauri Washington, DT, Oregon (Roberts)
37. Houston Texans: Justice Haynes, RB, Michigan (Adams)
38. New York Jets: Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas (Adams)
39. Arizona Cardinals: Gennings Dunker, OT, Iowa (Adams)
40. Cleveland Browns: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina (Adams)
41. Cincinnati Bengals: LT Overton, EDGE, Alabama (DeLeone)
42. Atlanta Falcons: Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
“Atlanta’s defense needs a more impactful interior presence to round out its lineup. Thankfully for them, they can benefit from an elite prospect like Banks falling due to not playing most of this year. Banks is massive and shockingly nimble for his size. He has the upside to not only be a quality starting defensive tackle against the run, but also produce as a pass rusher.” – DeLeone
43. Minnesota Vikings: Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon (DeLeone)
44. Baltimore Ravens: Chase Bisontis, IOL, Texas A&M (DeLeone)
45. Kansas City Chiefs: Christen Miller, DT, Georgia (Roberts)
46. Miami Dolphins: Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State (Roberts)
47. New York Jets: Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson (Roberts)
48. Carolina Panthers: Connor Lew, IOL, Auburn (Roberts)
49. Indianapolis Colts: Romello Height, EDGE, Texas Tech
“The Colts’ lack of a first-round pick makes it crucial to find a day-one contributor in the second round. Currently, the team has only two edge rushers under contract for next season. Although Romello Height has been overshadowed this year by David Bailey, he appears to have first-round talent in his own right. Despite the Colts’ struggles with drafting edge rushers, they need to find a game-changer at that position moving forward.” – Adams
50. Detroit Lions: Jake Slaughter, C, Florida (Adams)
51. Pittsburgh Steelers: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson (Adams)
52. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Emmanuel Pregnon, IOL, Oregon (Adams)
53. Houston Texans: Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa State (DeLeone)
54. Philadelphia Eagles: R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma (DeLeone)
55. Buffalo Bills: Gabe Jacas, EDGE, Illinois (DeLeone)
56. Chicago Bears: AJ Harris, CB, Penn State (DeLeone)
57. San Francisco 49ers: Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama (Roberts)
58. Jacksonville Jaguars: Will Lee III, CB, Texas A&M (Roberts)
“The Jaguars have taken on a new identity under head coach Liam Coen, but there are still plenty of holes to fill on this roster. Cornerback may be the biggest on the team currently, needing an injection of youth and talent. Lee is a physical press-man cornerback who plays an infectious style of football.” – Roberts
59. Los Angeles Chargers: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech (Roberts)
60. Green Bay Packers: Julian Neal, CB, Arkansas (Roberts)
“Neal was previously at Fresno State, where he spent time at both cornerback and safety. He has transformed his game during his one year with Arkansas. Blessed with outstanding size and movement skills, Neal has the look of a starting outside cornerback on the next level.” – Roberts
61. Seattle Seahawks: Matayo Uiagalelei, EDGE, Oregon (Adams)
62. New England Patriots: Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri (Adams)
63. Los Angeles Rams: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina (Adams)
64. Denver Broncos: Harold Perkins Jr., LSU (Adams)
Round Three
65. Tennessee Titans: Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana (DeLeone)
66. Houston Texans: Whit Weeks, LB, LSU (DeLeone)
67. Las Vegas Raiders: Joshua Josephs, EDGE, Tennessee (DeLeone)
68. Washington Commanders: Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma (DeLeone)
69. Philadelphia Eagles: Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State (Roberts)
70. Arizona Cardinals: Dani Dennis-Sutton, EDGE, Penn State (Roberts)
71. Cleveland Browns: Logan Jones, IOL, Iowa (Roberts)
72. New Orleans Saints: Brendan Sorsby, QB, Cincinnati (Roberts)
73. Atlanta Falcons: Austin Sierrveld, OT, Ohio State (Adams)
74. Cincinnati Bengals: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo (Adams)
75. Minnesota Vikings: Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame (Adams)
76. Kansas City Chiefs: Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington (Adams)
77. Miami Dolphins: Jaishawn Barham, LB/EDGE, Michigan (DeLeone)
78. Baltimore Ravens: Darrell Jackson Jr., DT, Florida State (DeLeone)
79. Pittsburgh Steelers: Eric Singleton Jr., WR, Auburn (DeLeone)
80. Carolina Panthers: Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt (DeLeone)
81. Jacksonville Jaguars: AJ Haulcy, S, LSU (Roberts)
82. Indianapolis Colts: Ja’Kobi Lane, WR, USC (Roberts)
83. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Davison Igbinosun, CB, Ohio State (Roberts)
84. Pittsburgh Steelers: Demond Claiborne, RB, Wake Forest (Roberts)
85. Philadelphia Eagles: Anthony Lucas, EDGE, USC (Adams)
86. Miami Dolphins: Ian Strong, WR, Rutgers (Adams)
87. Chicago Bears: Dontay Corleone, DT, Cincinnati (Adams)
88. Buffalo Bills: Taurean York, LB, Texas A&M (Adams)
89. Jacksonville Jaguars: Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia (DeLeone)
90. Los Angeles Chargers: DJ Campbell, IOL, Texas (DeLeone)
91. San Francisco 49ers: Daylen Everette, CB, Georgia (DeLeone)
92. Green Bay Packers: Tim Keenan III, DT, Alabama (DeLeone)
93. Seattle Seahawks: Trevor Goosby, OT, Texas (Roberts)
94. New England Patriots: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia (Roberts)
95. Los Angeles Rams: Michael Trigg, TE, Baylor (Roberts)
96. Denver Broncos: Zakee Wheatley, S, Penn State (Roberts)
97. Minnesota Vikings: Carter Smith, OT, Indiana (Adams)
98. Philadelphia Eagles: Keylan Rutledge, G, Georgia Tech (Adams)
99. Pittsburgh Steelers: D’Angelo Ponds, CB, Indiana (Adams)
100. Jacksonville Jaguars: Skyler Gill-Howard, DT, Texas Tech (Adams)