2026 NFL mock draft: Post-regular season projections
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Key Points:
- The NFL draft order is set for non-playoff teams, with top prospects from the College Football Playoff underclassmen likely declaring, including quarterbacks Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) and Dante Moore (Oregon).
- Teams with pressing needs such as Arizona (offensive line), Tennessee (defense), and New Orleans (receiver) are projected to target key players like Spencer Fano (OL, Utah), Arvell Reese (EDGE/LB, Ohio State), and Jordyn Tyson (WR, Arizona State).
- Several teams aim to bolster their defense with edge rushers and linebackers like Rueben Bain Jr. (EDGE, Miami), David Bailey (EDGE, Texas Tech), and CJ Allen (LB, Georgia), reflecting a focus on improving pass
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