With the 2026 NFL Draft now just hours away, it’s time to get down to the nitty-gritty. After weeks of testing, film-watching and interviews, the scouts are making their final evaluations.
So it’s time for me to do the same. The New York Giants’ recent acquisition of the No. 10 pick shifts the landscape. Ohio State’s quartet of top prospects remains in the top 10, as predicted in my most recent mock. Only now, they’re going to different teams. Â
Let’s take a look at where everyone lands, from Fernando Mendoza to the choice of the Super Bowl champs at No. 32.
The Heisman Trophy winner steps into the perfect system for his talents as a high-IQ playmaker. Mendozas pinpoint passing skills and underrated mobility mesh well with the play-action-heavy scheme new Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak prefers to run.Â
Defensive-minded head coach Aaron Glenn could build his scheme around Baileys destructive talents as a pass rusher. As a speed rusher with an explosive first step and a challenging signature move (dip-and-rip), the Texas Tech standout could create more turnover chances with his consistent harassment off the edge.Â
The versatile defender would add some sizzle to the Cardinals defense as a hybrid playmaker with disruptive potential.Â
Putting an All-Pro-caliber running back behind Cam Ward will not only help the franchise quarterback take his game to another level, but it will also allow the Titans to control the game with a diversified offensive approach. Love is a special playmaker with the potential to have a Christian McCaffrey-like impact on the offense.Â
The oft-injured playmaker is a worthwhile gamble due to his spectacular receiving skills and route-running ability. If healthy, Tyson is an unstoppable force on the perimeter who will force defensive coordinators to change how they defend the Giants passing game.Â
The acrobatic pass-catcher is a dynamic route-runner and playmaker who flashes “take over the game” potential as a WR1.Â
Adding a sideline-to-sideline playmaker would help the Commanders eliminate some of the explosive plays generated by their opponents. Styles speed, quickness and burst not only show up on running plays, but it makes him a disruptive force on blitzes and in coverage.Â
The high-motor defender is the perfect replacement for Cam Jordan on the edge. Bains heavy hands and violent approach would complement the rugged approach utilized by Chase Young on the opposite side.Â
The ultra-athletic pass-catcher would upgrade the Chiefs passing game as a mismatch creator. Sadiqs speed, quickness and athleticism would force opponents to direct double coverage his way, leading to more one-on-one matchups for Travis Kelce and others on the perimeter.Â
The high-IQ safety is the traffic cop every elite defense needs in the middle of the field. Downs instincts, awareness and diagnostic skills led to countless big plays by him and his teammates at Ohio State.Â
The talented cover corner gives new head coach Jeff Hafley a versatile technician to feature in his “vision-and-break” scheme. Delanes instincts, awareness and diagnostic skills make him an ideal fit for a defense that wants to utilize more zone-based concepts.Â
The ball-hawking center fielder will eliminate some of the big plays that tormented the Dallas secondary a season ago. Moreover, Thienemans range and ball skills will help the Cowboys produce more takeaways in 2026.Â
Adding a versatile frontline blocker will give Sean McVay the flexibility to reshuffle his offensive line to feature the best front five on game day. Fanos physicality and toughness will add a dimension to the Rams offensive line.Â
Adding a big-bodied bully to the frontline should help the Ravens get back to the rugged offensive approach that has helped them cru
