Full 2026 NFL mock draft: Dane Brugler predicts all 7 rounds and 257 picks

Key Points:

• The mock draft for the 2026 NFL Draft projects Fernando Mendoza, QB from Indiana and Heisman Trophy winner, to be selected first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders, marking a boost in optimism for the franchise.
• A notable trade scenario involves the Dallas Cowboys moving up to the 6th pick to select linebacker Sonny Styles from Ohio State, trading their 12th and 20th picks plus a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Cleveland Browns.
• Key team needs addressed in the first round include pass rushers for the New York Jets and Tennessee Titans, offensive tackles for the Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns, and wide receivers for the New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams.
• The draft is expected to feature a mix of positional priorities with teams focusing on hybrid defensive players, offensive line upgrades, and skill position talents, reflecting organizational strategies and roster gaps.
• The article includes a comprehensive team-by-team breakdown of seven rounds, highlighting players selected and strategic fits, with the draft taking place April 23-25, and anticipates numerous trades, though limited in the first round.