Indiana
• Jr
• 6’5″
/ 236 lbs
Projected Team
Las Vegas
PROSPECT RNK
1st
POSITION RNK
1st
PAYDS
3535
RUYDS
276
INTS
6
TDS
48
A no-brainer at this point. Mendoza is a perfect fit for Klint Kubiak’s offense. Now they need to add more weapons for him in the coming rounds.
Texas Tech
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 250 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
PROSPECT RNK
20th
POSITION RNK
3rd
Aaron Glenn needs a pass rusher right now, and Bailey fits the bill with an FBS-leading 14.5 sacks last year. He may not have Arvell Reese’s ceiling, but he’s far more technically advanced at the moment. He’ll pair with Will McDonald IV to be a terror on third downs.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
Arizona
PROSPECT RNK
3rd
POSITION RNK
2nd
Cardinals fans may have PTSD from the term “hybrid linebacker,” but Reese is a distinctly different type of prospect than those who came before him with that moniker. He’ll likely end up as a pass rusher, given his absurd ability to generate force on contact. The fact that his pass-rushing tape was so strong without formal training bodes well for his potential.
Notre Dame
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 214 lbs
Projected Team
Tennessee
PROSPECT RNK
7th
POSITION RNK
1st
RUYDS
1372
YDS/ATT
6.9
REYDS
280
TDS
21
There may not be receivers worthy of the No. 4 pick, but there is a running back. Love is a difference-maker perfectly suited for the modern game. His ability as a receiver out of the backfield will help Cam Ward as well.
Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 329 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Giants
PROSPECT RNK
16th
POSITION RNK
4th
It’s not technically an immediate need, but with Jaxson Dart’s injury history, keeping him upright is a must. Mauigoa could start inside at guard and eventually take over for Jermaine Eluemunor.
Alabama
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 352 lbs
Projected Team
Cleveland
PROSPECT RNK
4th
POSITION RNK
1st
The Browns’ offensive line revamp continues. With their timeline, they have the luxury of taking a high-ceiling prospect who needs development. Still only 20 years old, Proctor has jaw-dropping traits for a player that young. His improvement over the course of last season makes him easy to buy into.
Ohio State
• Sr
• 6’5″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
Washington
PROSPECT RNK
9th
POSITION RNK
1st
The Commanders have already added multiple players to get more athletic in their front seven, and this would be the cherry on top. Styles is the freakiest linebacker to come out in some time — maybe ever. His ability to do anything Dan Quinn asks would be a far cry from the limited athletes Washington had at the position last year.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
New Orleans
PROSPECT RNK
18th
POSITION RNK
3rd
REC
51
REYDS
875
YDS/REC
17.2
TDS
9
Tyler Shough’s go balls were one of the most impressive parts of his rookie season, but he didn’t have receivers outside of Chris Olave to haul them in. That’s Tate’s specialty, as he has the body control to consistently come down with passes in tight situations downfield.
Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 263 lbs
Projected Team
Kansas City
PROSPECT RNK
2nd
POSITION RNK
1st
Two of Brett Veach’s worst picks as Chiefs GM — Breeland Speaks and Felix Anudike-Uzomah — came at edge rusher. It’s a difficult position to find game-changers in the 20s and beyond, where the Chiefs typically draft. Bain’s off-field concerns must be vetted, but he qualifies as a game-changer on the field.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 205 lbs
Projected Team
Cincinnati
PROSPECT RNK
8th
POSITION RNK
1st
Downs is precisely the floor-raiser the Bengals’ secondary needs. His reliability in coverage and as a tackler was missing in Cincinnati last season. Even with the addition of Bryan Cook this offseason, this makes too much sense.
LSU
• Sr
• 6’0″
/ 187 lbs
Projected Team
Miami
PROSPECT RNK
14th
POSITION RNK
3rd
The Dolphins arguably have the worst secondary on paper in the NFL. Delane is a high-floor corner with the kind of scheme versatility new head coach Jeff Hafley will love.
Tennessee
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 188 lbs
Projected Team
Dallas
PROSPECT RNK
6th
POSITION RNK
1st
McCoy didn’t play this past fall, but that likely won’t stop the Cowboys from adding what could be a No. 1 corner at the next level. His ability in man coverage is second to none in this draft class.
USC
• Jr
• 5’11”
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
L.A. Rams
PROSPECT RNK
17th
POSITION RNK
2nd
REC
79
REYDS
1156
YDS/REC
14.6
TDS
13
Lemon feels like a Rams receiver with his savvy as a route runner and physical play style. He can handle more of the dirty work during the season to help keep Davante Adams fresh for the playoffs.
Oregon
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
Baltimore
PROSPECT RNK
24th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
51
REYDS
560
YDS/REC
11
TDS
8
Sadiq is essentially Isaiah Likely’s replacement in the Ravens’ offense — only with a jetpack. He profiles best as a detached No. 2 tight end who can get vertical and block on the move.
Penn State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 323 lbs
Projected Team
Tampa Bay
PROSPECT RNK
15th
POSITION RNK
1st
The Buccaneers land the top true guard in the class. Ioane would pair with Tristan Wirfs on the left side to form one of the NFL’s top blindside-protecting duos.
Indiana
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 199 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
PROSPECT RNK
21st
POSITION RNK
4th
REC
69
REYDS
937
YDS/REC
13.6
TDS
14
Cooper is a rugged slot receiver who can absorb more hits over the middle, helping keep Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell healthy outside. He has reliable hands and is outstanding after the catch.
Georgia
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 315 lbs
Projected Team
Detroit
PROSPECT RNK
25th
POSITION RNK
5th
The Lions’ need at tackle is desperate enough to take whoever falls at 17. Fortunately, it’s one of the strongest positions in the class. Freeling improved significantly over last season and backed it up with a rare combine performance.
Oregon
• Soph
• 6’0″
/ 201 lbs
Projected Team
Minnesota
PROSPECT RNK
38th
POSITION RNK
3rd
Thieneman is the type of versatile coverage player who can be a weapon in Brian Flores’ defense. His range and ball skills are special on the back end.
Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 196 lbs
Projected Team
Carolina
PROSPECT RNK
12th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
61
REYDS
919
YDS/REC
15.1
TDS
12
The Panthers go wide receiver in the first round for a third straight year. Concepcion brings juice and separation ability that no one else on the roster can match.
Utah
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 311 lbs
Projected Team
Dallas
PROSPECT RNK
5th
POSITION RNK
2nd
Fano may slip due to length concerns, and if he does, the Cowboys would have no issue adding him to a burgeoning offensive line. He could eventually replace Terence Steele at right tackle and give Dallas one of the NFL’s best run-blocking lines.
Alabama
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 211 lbs
Projected Team
Pittsburgh
PROSPECT RNK
11th
POSITION RNK
2nd
PAYDS
3567
RUYDS
93
INTS
5
TDS
30
The Steelers hired Mike McCarthy to do what Mike Tomlin never could quite get done — develop a young quarterback. Before injuries hit, Simpson flashed plenty of tools over the first half of the season to grow at the NFL level.
Clemson
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 298 lbs
Woods is exactly what the Chargers need along the defensive line — someone with the juice to affect opposing passers. Jim Harbaugh has worked wonders with interior defensive linemen, making this a strong landing spot for Woods to grow.
Arizona State
• Sr
• 6’6″
/ 321 lbs
Projected Team
Philadelphia
PROSPECT RNK
31st
POSITION RNK
7th
The Eagles haven’t taken an offensive lineman in the first two rounds since Cam Jurgens in 2022. Like Jurgens, Iheanachor would be drafted before he’s needed. The Arizona State tackle has all the tools to eventually replace Lane Johnson at right tackle.
Arizona State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 203 lbs
Projected Team
Cleveland
PROSPECT RNK
23rd
POSITION RNK
5th
REC
61
REYDS
711
YDS/REC
11.7
TDS
9
A dream scenario for Cleveland, as an extensive injury history causes one of the draft’s most talented receivers to fall into its lap. Tyson has the high-end separation ability to be a No. 1 at the next level.
Auburn
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 276 lbs
Projected Team
Chicago
PROSPECT RNK
34th
POSITION RNK
6th
Faulk fits perfectly with the Bears’ long and physical edge room. He can be an early-down edge-setter, allowing emerging talent Austin Booker to focus on pass-rushing downs.
UCF
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 253 lbs
Projected Team
Buffalo
PROSPECT RNK
58th
POSITION RNK
7th
Lawrence brings the juice the Bills’ edge group is lacking. He’s one of the draft’s most explosive athletes and showed flashes of turning those traits into production down the stretch last fall.
Utah
• Soph
• 6’6″
/ 308 lbs
Lomu is the type of athletic tackle who can thrive in a Kyle Shanahan scheme. He needs to improve his nastiness and play strength, but when Trent Williams decides to hang it up, Lomu should be ready.
Clemson
• Sr
• 6’7″
/ 317 lbs
Projected Team
Houston
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
6th
The Texans added another wave of stopgaps along their offensive line. This pick addresses the tackle position long term. Miller improved each season at Clemson and has the power to move the line of scrimmage in the run game.
San Diego State
• Sr
• 6’0″
/ 195 lbs
Projected Team
Kansas City
PROSPECT RNK
27th
POSITION RNK
5th
The Chiefs lost two starting corners this offseason and backfill with one of college football’s best from last fall. Johnson has a strong history in press coverage that should translate well to Steve Spagnuolo’s scheme.
Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6’5″
/ 315 lbs
Projected Team
Miami
PROSPECT RNK
51st
POSITION RNK
4th
The Dolphins land one of the draft’s top pass protectors in Bisontis. His ability to maintain a firm pocket stands out on tape. He could stick on the left side and kick Jonah Savaiinaea back to the right side, where he played in college.
Oklahoma
• Sr
• 6’2″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
New England
PROSPECT RNK
44th
POSITION RNK
5th
Thomas is the type of edge bender who can clean up the havoc created inside by Christian Barmore, Milton Williams and Cory Durden. He should be able to pick up where K’Lavon Chaisson left off.
Tennessee
• Soph
• 6’0″
/ 195 lbs
Projected Team
Seattle
PROSPECT RNK
40th
POSITION RNK
6th
Hood fills the void left by Tariq Woolen on the outside for Seattle. He’s a physical, competitive corner and a much better tackler than Woolen was in this defense.
