Mendoza Holds No. 1 in 2026 Mock Draft as Giants Address Defense at No. 5
NBC Sports’ Mock Draft 2.0 keeps Fernando Mendoza as the No. 1 overall pick to the Raiders, while the New York Giants land the No. 5 pick to add defensive anchor Caleb Downs. The rest of the top of the first round features a mix of standout tackles, edge players and playmakers, including Arvell Reese at No. 2, Francis Mauigoa at No. 3, and Carnell Tate at No. 4, with a broader group of tackles, WRs and defenders shaping the early 2026 class.
