2026 NFL Draft: Four trades in first round, rock newest 5-round mock draft from NFL.com
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Key Points:
- NFL.com released a new five-round 2026 NFL Draft mock by Chad Reuter featuring multiple first-round trades, highlighting significant shakeups and team needs.
- Top picks include Las Vegas Raiders selecting QB Fernando Mendoza from Indiana first overall, followed by New York Jets choosing EDGE Arvell Reese from Ohio State, and Arizona Cardinals picking OT Francis Mauigoa from Miami.
- Notable early selections address key team needs such as Tennessee Titans picking EDGE David Bailey, New York Giants selecting RB Jeremiyah Love, and Cleveland Browns choosing OT Monroe Freeling.
- The mock draft also features several trades, including Detroit Lions trading with Los Angeles Rams to move up for OT Spencer Fano, and Kansas City Chiefs trading with Dallas Cowboys to select OT Kadyn Proctor.
- Subsequent rounds continue to focus on filling positional gaps with players like Miami Dolphins selecting WR Carnell Tate in round one and multiple teams addressing defense and offensive line needs throughout the draft.
