Round One, Pick Twenty Three, Dallas Cowboys - Malachai Lawrence
The defensive end is a high upside defender, and the Cowboys leave the first round with two defenders and will bolster one of the weaker defensive units in the league.
Lawrence did not produce to a high level but his pure athletic abilities and measurables test in the upper percentiles, he will have big Micah Parsons sized shoes to fill.
Round One, Pick Twenty Four, Cleveland Browns - KC Concepcion
Despite having drop woes the Texas A&M receiver has elite upside and still produced at a very high level, going for over 900 yards and amassing an impressive 10 touchdowns in the 25/26 season.
His playmaking ability is something the Browns have bet on, and if he can catch the ball then whichever signal caller is at the wheel for the Browns come the 2026 season will be happy enough to put it in his hands.
Round One, Pick Twenty Five, Chicago Bears - Dillon Thieneman
Ben Johnson went for a defensive upgrade in the defensive back in the Oregon Duck's safety, he is a versatile defensive back who can cover and tackle essentially everywhere on the pitch.
He is in that Kyle Hamilton build and personally I think he will make every team who did not pick him pay, amassing over 300 tackles from the safety position across his college career.
NFL Draft 2026: Picks 26-29
Round One, Pick Twenty Six, Buffalo Bills - Houston Texans - Keylan Rutledge
Rutledge is a burly, experienced right guard with excellent contact pop and a rugged field demeanor that will appeal to offensive line coaches.
He excels as a drive/combo blocker, where he displaces defenders, but he has the athleticism to operate in all run-blocking concepts.
His main objective will be righting a Houston Texans offence which sputtered last year, and it should help solidify C.J. Stroud's base and help him regain his All-Pro form.
Round One, Pick Twenty Seven, Miami Dolphins - San Francisco 49ers - Chris Johnson
Dolphins trade up into the first round to address another glaring need on a struggling defence, the Dolphins have been attempting to replace All-Pro Xavien Howard for the last three years.
The San Diego State cornerback could be the answer to the long running coverage woes for Dolphins faithful, Johnson has been described as "sticky" and "patient."
He also produced at a high level on and off the ball in college allowing just 11 catches, 13 pass break ups, four interceptions as well as an outstanding zero touchdowns allowed.
Round One, Pick Twenty Eight, Buffalo Bills - New England Patriots - Caleb Lomu
A trench heavy draft with five offensive tackles taken as well as two interior guys, this has been the draft of protecting the quarterback and the AFC champions did not buck the trend.
Caleb Lomu played 12 total games for Utah in 2026, and he is the second Utah lineman taken this draft. He did not allow a single sack in the last college football season.
Round One, Pick Twenty Nine, Kansas City Chiefs - Peter Woods
The second pick for the Chiefs as they try to set their dynasty back on track, they selected a truly dominant defensive tackle in Clemson's Peter Woods.
Woods is a great athlete, however his production in the 2025 season was lower than expected. When Woods is performing at his best he looks like a top five player in the entire draft.
NFL Draft 2026: Picks 30-32
Round One, Pick Thirty, New York Jets - San Francisco 49ers - Omar Cooper Jr
The 49ers trade out of the first round altogether and receive the first pick of the second round, and they elect to select a wide receiver.
Whichever QB the Jets land in the 2027 NFL Draft is coming into a team that should be built to succeed for a long time. The second Big Ten receiver from the Hoosiers, the Indiana wideout went for thirteen touchdowns and a National Championship.
Round One, Pick Thirty One, Tennessee Titans - Buffalo Bills - Keldrick Faulk
Faulk has a long, developing frame, good movement skills and the potential for odd or even fronts once he gains more muscle mass.
He is a culture player with high character who earns a grade bump based on his age (turns 21 in September), traits and advanced foundation. A fluid athlete with good movement skills, he works around blocks with finesse but needs more assertive initial strikes to set firmer edges in gap control.
He is paired with an elite development coach in Robert Saleh who has had a hand in developing some elite pass rushers in the NFL.
Round One, Pick Thirty Two, Seattle Seahawks - Jadarian Price
Finally the Sam Darnold led Super Bowl Champions got on the clock and made an important pick, selecting the second running back off the board in Jadarian Price.
Jermiyah Love's understudy just makes it into the first round and despite sitting at RB2 he has produced like a starter and has still averaged over 6.0 yards a carry.
