Justin's Mock Draft 2026

Published: April 23, 2026 21 Views 0 Comments Draft: 2026
My basic analysis on how I think the draft will go.

Round 1

Picks 1-16 Picks 17-32
1.
Fernando Mendoza , QB , Indiana
It's pretty much set in stone so lock it down.
2.
Jets Jets:  
David Bailey , DE , Texas Tech
They traded away Johnson and Demario Davis is 36 so they need an upgrade here.
3.
Arvell Reese , LB , Ohio State
In a division with Stafford, Darnold, and Purdy, they need a pass rusher to take those guys down
4.
Sonny Styles , LB , Ohio State
The Titans haven't had a solid LB since Landry so they finally pick one here.
5.
Jordyn Tyson , WR , Arizona State
With Malik Nabers coming off an injury, they need an upgrade and #2
6.
Carnell Tate , WR , Ohio State
TRADE! Chiefs may think the Redskins or Saints could target Tyson so they come up and take him.
7.
Caleb Downs , S , Ohio State
Definitely a need.
8.
Rueben Bain Jr. , DE , Miami
Saints could trade down but I think they take Bain here.
9.
Francis Mauigoa , OT , Miami
10.
Jeremiyah Love , RB , Notre Dame
I don't think Love goes as early as people think so he falls to the Giants here
11.
Makai Lemon , WR , USC
12.
Mansoor Delane , CB , LSU
13.
Rams Rams:  
Spencer Fano , OT , Utah
I think the Dolphins steal Lemon from them and the Rams opt to protect Stafford in return
14.
Vega Ioane , G , Penn State
Not that he appreciates the help cause he's too busy running but the Ravens get Jackson some blockers.
15.
Kenyon Sadiq , TE , Oregon
Cade Otton is solid but now that Evans is gone, Mayfield needs to consider throwing into the middle of the field for a new security blanket.
16.
Jets Jets:  
Keldric Faulk , DE , Auburn
Jets need to focus on bolstering their defense
Picks 1-16 Picks 17-32