All articles tagged with #2026 nfl draft
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq ran a 4.39-second 40 at the NFL Scouting Combine, the fastest by a tight end since at least 2003, surpassing Vernon Davis’s 4.40 (2006) and Dorin Dickerson’s 4.40 (2010). He also posted strong broad and vertical jumps and had a standout 2025 season (51 receptions, 560 yards, 8 TD), fueling first-round expectations as NFL.com projects him as a top-16 prospect.
Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq confirmed a meeting with the Denver Broncos at the NFL Scouting Combine and said reuniting with former Ducks quarterback Bo Nix would be “awesome.” Sadiq credited Nix for mentoring him in college and noted that if he posts a strong combine (potentially a 4.5-second 40-yard dash), he could be a first‑round candidate for Denver, which is prioritizing tight end depth and even weighing the possibility of moving up to No. 30.
Charles Davis highlights seven HBCU Legacy Bowl standouts who boosted their 2026 NFL Draft stock through season play and week-long practices, including Curtis Allen (RB), Walker Harris (QB), Erick Hunter (LB), Quincy Ivory (Edge), Michael Lunz II (Edge), Bruno Onwuazor (OT) and Deandre Proctor (WR); with JaQuan Kelly and Lunz II earning MVP honors and several honorable mentions noted, signaling multiple players could hear their names called in the NFL.
A full three-round NFL Mock Draft for 2026 projects major trades and a quarterback-heavy first round sparked by the NFL Combine, with the Raiders sticking at No. 1 to select Fernando Mendoza and a slate of top prospects filling needs across the league.
Brett Whitefield unveils his 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0, blending what-he’d-do picks with plausible team fits across all 32 spots, led by Fernando Mendoza at No. 1 to the Raiders. He explains his 0–100 scoring system (film/traits, production/data, athleticism, intangibles) and notes that NFL Combine data will refine athletic metrics, with a Big Board updated continually. It’s a free preview that teases premium content (live streams, projections, and rankings) behind a signup.
NFL Network analyst Gennaro Filice's 1.0 mock for the 2026 draft has RB Jeremiyah Love cracking the top five and WR Jordyn Tyson landing with the Kansas City Chiefs at pick No. 9, with the rest of the first round filled by teams addressing quarterback, offensive line, defense and pass-catching needs.
The Draft Network released its post-Senior Bowl 2026 NFL Mock Draft, projecting a full 32-pick first round and highlighting key fits as teams react to Senior Bowl performances; the list runs from the Raiders at No. 1 to the Seahawks at No. 32, with notable selections such as Fernando Mendoza to Las Vegas and Kayden McDonald to the Jets, plus analysis of team needs and quarterback development.
PFF outlines a team-by-team guide for the 2026 NFL offseason, recommending a single external free-agent target for each franchise along with their rank and rationale for fit, scheme, and cap space. Examples include Jamel Dean (Cardinals) at corner, George Pickens (Broncos) at receiver, Devin Lloyd (Bengals) at linebacker, Khalil Mack (Packers) at edge, and Breece Hall (Chiefs) at running back, illustrating how teams can upgrade key spots regardless of cap room.
In Mel Kiper’s first 2026 mock, the Tennessee Titans select Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey at No. 4, aiming to bolster the defense under new coach Robert Saleh; Rueben Bain is noted for potential length concerns, and offensive options like Carnell Tate could emerge if the Titans prioritize help for quarterback Cam Ward.
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore announced on ESPN that he will return to the Ducks for the 2026 season, choosing another college year over entering the NFL draft. This season he threw for 3,565 yards and 30 touchdowns with 10 interceptions as Oregon finished 13-2, capped by a CFP semifinal loss to Indiana in which he had three first-half turnovers. Moore, who began at UCLA before becoming Oregon’s starter, was praised by coach Dan Lanning, who had hoped he’d stay. The Ducks also added transfer Dylan Raiola, while tight end Kenyon Sadiq and safety Dillon Thieneman declared for the NFL draft, and several players including Iapani Laloulu, Jamari Johnson, Teitum Tuioti and Matayo Uiagalelei plan to return.
TDN's latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft (picks 1–32) projects a quarterback‑heavy top with Fernando Mendoza to the Raiders and Dante Moore to the Jets, along with a slate of EDGE, WR, OL and IDL selections as teams prep for QB development, pass rush needs, and lineman upgrades for the 2026 season.
The NFL has announced that Pittsburgh will host the 2026 NFL draft, marking the first time the city has hosted the event since 2015. Steelers owner Art Rooney II expressed excitement for the opportunity, highlighting the city's deep roots in pro football and its tradition of building successful teams through the draft. The event is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of football fans and will celebrate the history of the game, including the notable players who have come from the Pittsburgh area.