2026 NFL Mock Draft V2
Post-combine, pre-free agency mock draft. I have included my V1 picks for reference.
Round 1
Picks 1-16
Picks 17-32
V1 Pick: Fernando Mendoza (QB, Indiana)
The Raiders finally hold the No. 1 pick after years of quarterback instability, and in a thin class they’re poised to bet on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza. The Cal-to-Indiana transfer erupted in 2025, showcasing sharp field vision, precision in the short and intermediate game, and one of the most catchable balls in college football. His 41 touchdowns and 133.2 NFL passer rating led all FBS quarterbacks and appears to be a lock atop the draft.
The Raiders finally hold the No. 1 pick after years of quarterback instability, and in a thin class they’re poised to bet on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza. The Cal-to-Indiana transfer erupted in 2025, showcasing sharp field vision, precision in the short and intermediate game, and one of the most catchable balls in college football. His 41 touchdowns and 133.2 NFL passer rating led all FBS quarterbacks and appears to be a lock atop the draft.
V1 Pick: Arvell Reese (EDGE/LB, Ohio State)
With the Jets in complete rebuild mode - once again - they shouldn’t force a reach on a quarterback here. Arvell Reese is amongst the most gifted players in this class irrespective of position. He has enormous upside as an Explosive hybrid defender who can play SAM. off-ball LB, or rush off the edge. In this writer’s opinion, another year in college might have helped his game as he’s a one-year breakout whose production dipped late, but he still profiles as a top-5 pick in a weak class. Reese could follow a Micah Parsons-style path as a disruptive hybrid edge/off-ball playmaker.
With the Jets in complete rebuild mode - once again - they shouldn’t force a reach on a quarterback here. Arvell Reese is amongst the most gifted players in this class irrespective of position. He has enormous upside as an Explosive hybrid defender who can play SAM. off-ball LB, or rush off the edge. In this writer’s opinion, another year in college might have helped his game as he’s a one-year breakout whose production dipped late, but he still profiles as a top-5 pick in a weak class. Reese could follow a Micah Parsons-style path as a disruptive hybrid edge/off-ball playmaker.
V1 Pick: Jeremiah Love (RB, Notre Dame)
Charlie Campbell’s report on Spencer Fano being a “top candidate” for the 3rd overall pick cannot be ignored, but I have serious concerns about Fano holding out at tackle in the NFL. For now, I will monitor the report and stick with my original pick as I have a gut feeling Love will either go 3 to the Cardinals or 4 to the Titans as BPA.. The Cardinals fielded one of the league’s weakest rushing attacks last season, failing to produce a single 400-yard rusher. They’ve leaned on James Conner’s physicality for years, but he’s aging, injury-prone, and offers little explosiveness. What this offense has lacked is a true home-run threat — and Jeremiyah Love brings exactly that. Love is this class’s premier blue-chip running back and arguably the most complete prospect at the position since Saquon Barkley. NFL evaluators, per Charlie Campbell, even grade him above Ashton Jeanty. He’s powerfully built, runs with downhill violence, and pairs that with rare acceleration, sharp vision, and scheme-versatile instincts in both zone and gap concepts. He’s electric in the outside zone, slippery in space, and brings real value as a receiver. No prospect is a sure thing, but Love profiles to be a superstar at the next level. In a weak class, positional value can mean so much. There are strong rumours connecting the Titans to Love at 4 if the Cardinals pass on him at 3, and think he could go even earlier than people currently think.
Charlie Campbell’s report on Spencer Fano being a “top candidate” for the 3rd overall pick cannot be ignored, but I have serious concerns about Fano holding out at tackle in the NFL. For now, I will monitor the report and stick with my original pick as I have a gut feeling Love will either go 3 to the Cardinals or 4 to the Titans as BPA.. The Cardinals fielded one of the league’s weakest rushing attacks last season, failing to produce a single 400-yard rusher. They’ve leaned on James Conner’s physicality for years, but he’s aging, injury-prone, and offers little explosiveness. What this offense has lacked is a true home-run threat — and Jeremiyah Love brings exactly that. Love is this class’s premier blue-chip running back and arguably the most complete prospect at the position since Saquon Barkley. NFL evaluators, per Charlie Campbell, even grade him above Ashton Jeanty. He’s powerfully built, runs with downhill violence, and pairs that with rare acceleration, sharp vision, and scheme-versatile instincts in both zone and gap concepts. He’s electric in the outside zone, slippery in space, and brings real value as a receiver. No prospect is a sure thing, but Love profiles to be a superstar at the next level. In a weak class, positional value can mean so much. There are strong rumours connecting the Titans to Love at 4 if the Cardinals pass on him at 3, and think he could go even earlier than people currently think.
V1 Pick: David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech)
The Titans have holes everywhere, but fixing the pass rush sits at the top of the list. David Bailey is exactly the kind of tone-setter they need. After transferring from Stanford to Texas Tech, he absolutely wrecked opposing offenses in his senior season—leading the FBS in pressures (81), sacks (14.5), pass-rush grade (93.9), and overall PFF grade (93.1). He’s built to thrive in a 3-4, but his frame mirrors Micah Parsons almost exactly, and his physicality for his build should allow him to play in a 4-3 as well. He’s been a top-two edge rusher in college football for two straight years and, in this writer’s view, is a blue-chip prospect better than the more hyped Arvell Reese with perennial double-digit sack potential.
The Titans have holes everywhere, but fixing the pass rush sits at the top of the list. David Bailey is exactly the kind of tone-setter they need. After transferring from Stanford to Texas Tech, he absolutely wrecked opposing offenses in his senior season—leading the FBS in pressures (81), sacks (14.5), pass-rush grade (93.9), and overall PFF grade (93.1). He’s built to thrive in a 3-4, but his frame mirrors Micah Parsons almost exactly, and his physicality for his build should allow him to play in a 4-3 as well. He’s been a top-two edge rusher in college football for two straight years and, in this writer’s view, is a blue-chip prospect better than the more hyped Arvell Reese with perennial double-digit sack potential.
V1 Pick: Francis Mauogia (OT/G, Miami)
The Giants need offensive line and receiver support badly, but in this mock I cannot pass on the elite talent that is Caleb Downs. From what Charlie reported during the combine, it sounds like the Saints wouldn’t pass on Downs at 8 if he got there (and aren’t optimistic they would have that luxury). Given Harbaugh's proclivity for elite safeties during his time at, the Giants feel like an ideal situation for Downs.The word generational gets thrown around far too often, but Caleb Downs is truly generational - the best safety prospect since Eric Berry over a decade ago, offering a complete skill set. Whether he’s patrolling deep, in the box, or working in zone, Downs displays outstanding field vision, instincts, ball skills, and tracking ability. His tape is as clean as it gets for a defensive back, and his versatility gives him the ceiling of an elite NFL defender.
The Giants need offensive line and receiver support badly, but in this mock I cannot pass on the elite talent that is Caleb Downs. From what Charlie reported during the combine, it sounds like the Saints wouldn’t pass on Downs at 8 if he got there (and aren’t optimistic they would have that luxury). Given Harbaugh's proclivity for elite safeties during his time at, the Giants feel like an ideal situation for Downs.The word generational gets thrown around far too often, but Caleb Downs is truly generational - the best safety prospect since Eric Berry over a decade ago, offering a complete skill set. Whether he’s patrolling deep, in the box, or working in zone, Downs displays outstanding field vision, instincts, ball skills, and tracking ability. His tape is as clean as it gets for a defensive back, and his versatility gives him the ceiling of an elite NFL defender.
V1 Pick: Spencer Fano (OT/G, Utah)
The Browns are poised to lose multiple offensive line starters in free agency, and outside of Tytus Howard - who they traded for the day of this mock draft - they barely have a single starter along the offensive line entering the 2026 off-season. However, in this writer’s view, the top-10 is too early for either Mauigoa or Fano. If the Browns are convinced Mauigoa or Fano will fix an OL position for the next ten years, then either would be a forgivable pick at this juncture. However, with a second pick in the 1st round with appropriate options likely available, I have the Browns instead taking the top receiver in the class and addressing tackle later. Tate began the year viewed as a fringe first-round prospect, but he delivered a breakout campaign at Ohio State, flashing true X-receiver traits, week-to-week reliability, and the kind of explosive playmaking that translates immediately to the NFL. I worry about taking a career No. 2 wide-out in the top-10, but that is more a testament to how special Jeremiah Smith is. Tate is a quality prospect worthy of going in the top-10, who has the upside and ability to become a No. 1 wide-out in the pros.
The Browns are poised to lose multiple offensive line starters in free agency, and outside of Tytus Howard - who they traded for the day of this mock draft - they barely have a single starter along the offensive line entering the 2026 off-season. However, in this writer’s view, the top-10 is too early for either Mauigoa or Fano. If the Browns are convinced Mauigoa or Fano will fix an OL position for the next ten years, then either would be a forgivable pick at this juncture. However, with a second pick in the 1st round with appropriate options likely available, I have the Browns instead taking the top receiver in the class and addressing tackle later. Tate began the year viewed as a fringe first-round prospect, but he delivered a breakout campaign at Ohio State, flashing true X-receiver traits, week-to-week reliability, and the kind of explosive playmaking that translates immediately to the NFL. I worry about taking a career No. 2 wide-out in the top-10, but that is more a testament to how special Jeremiah Smith is. Tate is a quality prospect worthy of going in the top-10, who has the upside and ability to become a No. 1 wide-out in the pros.
V1 Pick: Caleb Downs (S, Ohio State)
Edge rusher is a huge need for the Commanders, who saw their high-pick defensive line group be pulled apart under this regime and a transition away from base 4-3 alignments. Although many are putting Rueben Bain here, I personally have Keldric Fulk (a single spot) ahead of Rueben Bain Jr. on my rankings, and Faulk is a better physical fit for what Washington typically looks for under this (albeit young) regime. Whilst this is also a bit early for Keldric Faulk, I think he would be a terrific fit as a big-bodied 3-4 DE, who can also stand up on the edge. Keldric Faulk is similar to Mykel Williams in that he brings a high floor as a stout, technically sound run defender with the frame and strength to hold up immediately. Faulk’s physical traits are outstanding, and his power-based style translates cleanly to the next level. Expect Faulk to go earlier than currently projected with the Saints, Chiefs, Bengals, Cowboys, Ravens and Lions all being good early-to-mid 1st round fits.
Edge rusher is a huge need for the Commanders, who saw their high-pick defensive line group be pulled apart under this regime and a transition away from base 4-3 alignments. Although many are putting Rueben Bain here, I personally have Keldric Fulk (a single spot) ahead of Rueben Bain Jr. on my rankings, and Faulk is a better physical fit for what Washington typically looks for under this (albeit young) regime. Whilst this is also a bit early for Keldric Faulk, I think he would be a terrific fit as a big-bodied 3-4 DE, who can also stand up on the edge. Keldric Faulk is similar to Mykel Williams in that he brings a high floor as a stout, technically sound run defender with the frame and strength to hold up immediately. Faulk’s physical traits are outstanding, and his power-based style translates cleanly to the next level. Expect Faulk to go earlier than currently projected with the Saints, Chiefs, Bengals, Cowboys, Ravens and Lions all being good early-to-mid 1st round fits.
V1 Pick: Carnell Tate (WR, Ohio State)
Tyler Shough has shown enough promise to warrant a second shot at the starting job next season, but for him to thrive, Kellen Moore must elevate the Saints’ offensive weaponry. Jeremiyah Love would be a no-brainer if available at this point, as Alvin Kamara is nearing the end of his tremendous career. Otherwise, the Saints desperately need receiving help. They traded away Rashid Shaheed, and Chris Olave has had significant concussion issues in the NFL and may not have the longest career. Tyson comes with some durability concerns, but he’s the last legitimate WR1-caliber prospect on the board: a polished route runner who can separate, win physically, and create mismatches on the perimeter.
Tyler Shough has shown enough promise to warrant a second shot at the starting job next season, but for him to thrive, Kellen Moore must elevate the Saints’ offensive weaponry. Jeremiyah Love would be a no-brainer if available at this point, as Alvin Kamara is nearing the end of his tremendous career. Otherwise, the Saints desperately need receiving help. They traded away Rashid Shaheed, and Chris Olave has had significant concussion issues in the NFL and may not have the longest career. Tyson comes with some durability concerns, but he’s the last legitimate WR1-caliber prospect on the board: a polished route runner who can separate, win physically, and create mismatches on the perimeter.
V1 Pick: Reuben Bain Jr. (EDGE, Miami)
The Chiefs enter the offseason with several roster holes after finally coming back to earth in 2025. With Jeremiyah Love a likely pipe dream at this point (Cardinals, Titans, Commanders and Saints could all take him) the Chiefs have needs along their defensive front. They have openly said they need to improve their defensive tackle spot alongside Chris Jones, but this feels far too early to consider this draft’s DT offerings. I think Rueben Bain is a serious contender to slide because of his physical limitations — especially his historically short arms — which raise legitimate questions about whether he can hold up as a full-time edge defender, and his production at Miami fluctuated more than you’d expect from a supposed top-tier prospect. He’s a strong candidate to slide in the 2026 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, in a weaker class, Bain profiles as a high-floor player who should carve out a solid NFL career as a strong complementary base end with the versatility to kick inside and attack the B-gap when needed. Bain's stock will be interesting to monitor, but I do not agree with top-5 projections, and think even the top-10 is rich.
The Chiefs enter the offseason with several roster holes after finally coming back to earth in 2025. With Jeremiyah Love a likely pipe dream at this point (Cardinals, Titans, Commanders and Saints could all take him) the Chiefs have needs along their defensive front. They have openly said they need to improve their defensive tackle spot alongside Chris Jones, but this feels far too early to consider this draft’s DT offerings. I think Rueben Bain is a serious contender to slide because of his physical limitations — especially his historically short arms — which raise legitimate questions about whether he can hold up as a full-time edge defender, and his production at Miami fluctuated more than you’d expect from a supposed top-tier prospect. He’s a strong candidate to slide in the 2026 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, in a weaker class, Bain profiles as a high-floor player who should carve out a solid NFL career as a strong complementary base end with the versatility to kick inside and attack the B-gap when needed. Bain's stock will be interesting to monitor, but I do not agree with top-5 projections, and think even the top-10 is rich.
V1 Pick: Mansoor Delane (CB, LSU)
The Bengals need reinforcements at every level of their defense, but their linebacking corps was historically horrid in 2025, starting two rookies who immensely struggled all season, trading away Logan Wilson for peanuts. The Bengals won’t give up on Demetrius Knight Jr. or Barrett Carter, but it’s clear they need a true tone-setting linebacker, and Sonny Styles fits that projection to a T. (in fact, based on his incredible combine, the Bengals would be fortunate he made it to the 10th pick). Styles is the best pure linebacker prospect in several drafts and offers an elite blend of range, instincts, and command in the heart of a defense. He’s a true tone-setter — a high-level zone defender thanks to his background at safety, and a violent, authoritative tackler. He may not play what the league currently labels a “premium position,” but he brings the kind of seismic defensive impact this unit needs. It wouldn’t shock me if Styles is an All-Pro caliber linebacker within his rookie contract.
The Bengals need reinforcements at every level of their defense, but their linebacking corps was historically horrid in 2025, starting two rookies who immensely struggled all season, trading away Logan Wilson for peanuts. The Bengals won’t give up on Demetrius Knight Jr. or Barrett Carter, but it’s clear they need a true tone-setting linebacker, and Sonny Styles fits that projection to a T. (in fact, based on his incredible combine, the Bengals would be fortunate he made it to the 10th pick). Styles is the best pure linebacker prospect in several drafts and offers an elite blend of range, instincts, and command in the heart of a defense. He’s a true tone-setter — a high-level zone defender thanks to his background at safety, and a violent, authoritative tackler. He may not play what the league currently labels a “premium position,” but he brings the kind of seismic defensive impact this unit needs. It wouldn’t shock me if Styles is an All-Pro caliber linebacker within his rookie contract.
V1 Pick: Jermod McCoy (CB, Tennessee)
The Dolphins lack long-term stability across the roster and desperately need help at virtually every position. However, Charlie reported, the Dolphins have a “preference” for trenches with this pick, and with their pick of the offensive linemen, the Dolphins take a high-floor potential blocker who played at the same stadium in college. In an underwhelming offensive line class, Mauigoa offers as much NFL readiness as any prospect, bringing strong pass protection and run-blocking traits. He may never be a perennial Pro Bowler, but he projects as a powerful, tone-setting right tackle with the upside to anchor a line for the next decade who could “fail inside” as a guard if push comes to shove.
The Dolphins lack long-term stability across the roster and desperately need help at virtually every position. However, Charlie reported, the Dolphins have a “preference” for trenches with this pick, and with their pick of the offensive linemen, the Dolphins take a high-floor potential blocker who played at the same stadium in college. In an underwhelming offensive line class, Mauigoa offers as much NFL readiness as any prospect, bringing strong pass protection and run-blocking traits. He may never be a perennial Pro Bowler, but he projects as a powerful, tone-setting right tackle with the upside to anchor a line for the next decade who could “fail inside” as a guard if push comes to shove.
V1 Pick: Sonny Styles (LB, Ohio State)
The Cowboys will pray Sonny Styles gets to them at 12, but that feels optimistic after that combine performance. Sheesh. Anyway, the Cowboys are still in a position with their pick of the litter in regards to cornerback prospects. Despite his ball-hawking ability, Trevon Diggs was a liability in coverage for most of his Dallas tenure, and moving on from his massive contract was the right call. Shavon Revel was also a liability recovering from his ACL as a rookie. Delane entered last season as a projected top-50 pick, but his transfer to LSU took his game to another level. He delivered a 90.7 PFF grade for the Tigers and consistently displayed the instincts, fluidity, and discipline of a future CB1. Quarterbacks posted a miserable 26.7 passer rating when targeting him this year, underscoring just how dominant he was in coverage.
The Cowboys will pray Sonny Styles gets to them at 12, but that feels optimistic after that combine performance. Sheesh. Anyway, the Cowboys are still in a position with their pick of the litter in regards to cornerback prospects. Despite his ball-hawking ability, Trevon Diggs was a liability in coverage for most of his Dallas tenure, and moving on from his massive contract was the right call. Shavon Revel was also a liability recovering from his ACL as a rookie. Delane entered last season as a projected top-50 pick, but his transfer to LSU took his game to another level. He delivered a 90.7 PFF grade for the Tigers and consistently displayed the instincts, fluidity, and discipline of a future CB1. Quarterbacks posted a miserable 26.7 passer rating when targeting him this year, underscoring just how dominant he was in coverage.
V1 Pick: Makai Lemon (WR, USC)
OL is a popular projection here, but with Warren McClendon playing at such a high level in 2025 and being cheap, it’s hard to imagine the Rams not handing him the starting right tackle job next season (in this mock both Francis Mauioga and Spencer Fano are off the board, anyway). The Rams have few real needs, so using this rare high first-round pick on the best player available could make the most sense. Davante Adams is in the final year of his deal and battled injuries in 2025, and their remaining slot options are uninspiring. Although his utterly strange combine demeanour and reports of poor interviews (as of now not substantiated by anyone I personally trust), Lemon is amongst my favourite on-tape players in this class. His slot-only projection at the next level may cause a minor slide, but the Rams would be a terrific destination. He’s sure-handed, explosive, and the cleanest pure receiver on tape in 2025 — a season that earned him the Biletnikoff Award. One has him graded ahead of Tyson, and it wouldn’t shock me if he ultimately cracks the top 10.
OL is a popular projection here, but with Warren McClendon playing at such a high level in 2025 and being cheap, it’s hard to imagine the Rams not handing him the starting right tackle job next season (in this mock both Francis Mauioga and Spencer Fano are off the board, anyway). The Rams have few real needs, so using this rare high first-round pick on the best player available could make the most sense. Davante Adams is in the final year of his deal and battled injuries in 2025, and their remaining slot options are uninspiring. Although his utterly strange combine demeanour and reports of poor interviews (as of now not substantiated by anyone I personally trust), Lemon is amongst my favourite on-tape players in this class. His slot-only projection at the next level may cause a minor slide, but the Rams would be a terrific destination. He’s sure-handed, explosive, and the cleanest pure receiver on tape in 2025 — a season that earned him the Biletnikoff Award. One has him graded ahead of Tyson, and it wouldn’t shock me if he ultimately cracks the top 10.
V1 Pick: Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State)
The Ravens need help on the edge and along their odd-front defensive line, making Keldric Faulk and Peter Woods logical fits. But their interior offensive line is in even worse shape, as it was arguably the weakest in the league last year. This writer is conflicted on Spencer Fano. I have him as the top blocker in this draft class, with a skill set similar to Alijah Vera-Tucker: strong tape overall, clear developmental upside, and the versatility to thrive in both gap and zone schemes. The full body of work points to a high-end NFL starter. The question is positional value, and whether he can hold up at tackle. His measurements and film suggest he’s a high-level guard rather than a long-term right tackle, much like the aforementioned Vera-Tucker or Peter Skoronski for the Titans. As such, whether he remains a top-5 option like Charlie reported or ends up sliding will depend on if teams view his measurements as a guard, or as a potential right tackle. Either way, in this mock, Baltimore land a guard with Pro Bowl upside to give them a foundational piece for their offensive line.
The Ravens need help on the edge and along their odd-front defensive line, making Keldric Faulk and Peter Woods logical fits. But their interior offensive line is in even worse shape, as it was arguably the weakest in the league last year. This writer is conflicted on Spencer Fano. I have him as the top blocker in this draft class, with a skill set similar to Alijah Vera-Tucker: strong tape overall, clear developmental upside, and the versatility to thrive in both gap and zone schemes. The full body of work points to a high-end NFL starter. The question is positional value, and whether he can hold up at tackle. His measurements and film suggest he’s a high-level guard rather than a long-term right tackle, much like the aforementioned Vera-Tucker or Peter Skoronski for the Titans. As such, whether he remains a top-5 option like Charlie reported or ends up sliding will depend on if teams view his measurements as a guard, or as a potential right tackle. Either way, in this mock, Baltimore land a guard with Pro Bowl upside to give them a foundational piece for their offensive line.
V1 Pick: Kenyon Sadiq (TE, Oregon)
The Buccaneers could go in a variety of directions, as I really like CJ Allen for them as a fit here. This writer is also higher on Zion Young as a top-20 prospect than the media is. However, there is good depth on Day 2 at both inside linebacker and edge rusher. Meanwhile, a raw but one of the draft’s most talented prospects is staring them in the face here, with a vast chasm between Sadiq and TE2 (possibly 2 rounds wide). Tampa Bay’s skill-position group is entering a transitional phase, with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin no longer clear long-term starters at this stage of their accomplished careers. With Cade Otton approaching free agency there is a vacant gap at tight end, and adding a true difference-making tight end becomes an appealing option. Sadiq stands alone as the premier talent at that archetype in this class. While some label Sadiq as raw, his physical gifts are undeniable: he’s explosive, powerful, and — in this writer’s view — a far more polished route runner than he’s given credit for. Combine that with his willingness as an in-line blocker and his ability to create mismatches from the slot, and you have a prospect who could quickly emerge as one of the league’s top tight ends.
The Buccaneers could go in a variety of directions, as I really like CJ Allen for them as a fit here. This writer is also higher on Zion Young as a top-20 prospect than the media is. However, there is good depth on Day 2 at both inside linebacker and edge rusher. Meanwhile, a raw but one of the draft’s most talented prospects is staring them in the face here, with a vast chasm between Sadiq and TE2 (possibly 2 rounds wide). Tampa Bay’s skill-position group is entering a transitional phase, with Mike Evans and Chris Godwin no longer clear long-term starters at this stage of their accomplished careers. With Cade Otton approaching free agency there is a vacant gap at tight end, and adding a true difference-making tight end becomes an appealing option. Sadiq stands alone as the premier talent at that archetype in this class. While some label Sadiq as raw, his physical gifts are undeniable: he’s explosive, powerful, and — in this writer’s view — a far more polished route runner than he’s given credit for. Combine that with his willingness as an in-line blocker and his ability to create mismatches from the slot, and you have a prospect who could quickly emerge as one of the league’s top tight ends.
V1 Pick: Ty Simpson (QB, Alabama)
Following the mould of the Ravens in 2018 and Giants in 2025, the Jets address their QB need with the 2nd pick in the 1st round. Although Ty Simpson’s final month at Alabama fell short of expectations, he spent most of 2025 firmly in the No. 1 overall conversation and delivered several marquee wins against top competition. His deep ball is effortless, and he can fit throws into tight windows with rare touch and confidence. Simpson pairs that arm talent with poise, quick processing, and smooth pocket navigation. Yes, his late-season regression and limited starting experience raise fair questions, but the Jets need a full reset and have absolutely nothing at quarterback prior to free agency.
Following the mould of the Ravens in 2018 and Giants in 2025, the Jets address their QB need with the 2nd pick in the 1st round. Although Ty Simpson’s final month at Alabama fell short of expectations, he spent most of 2025 firmly in the No. 1 overall conversation and delivered several marquee wins against top competition. His deep ball is effortless, and he can fit throws into tight windows with rare touch and confidence. Simpson pairs that arm talent with poise, quick processing, and smooth pocket navigation. Yes, his late-season regression and limited starting experience raise fair questions, but the Jets need a full reset and have absolutely nothing at quarterback prior to free agency.
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Picks 17-32