2026 NFL Draft consensus rankings: Fernando Mendoza clear QB1; four Buckeyes in top 10
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The 2026 NFL Draft class rankings have been updated, focusing on the top prospects as the college football season concludes.
- Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza is currently ranked as the consensus QB1 and one of the best overall players in the draft class.
- Prospects from Indiana and Miami have until January 23 to declare for the draft.
- Alabama’s Ty Simpson has fallen from QB1 and No. 5 overall in November to QB2 and No. 26 overall in the latest rankings.
- There is ongoing uncertainty about the quarterback rankings, with speculation on whether Simpson can regain his earlier standing or if another prospect will surpass him for the QB2 spot.
