Handicapping What Rounds QBs Might Be Selected in the 2026 NFL Draft
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2026 NFL draft is approaching, with teams actively evaluating quarterbacks through pro days and visits as draft boards begin to solidify.
- Indiana's Fernando Mendoza is widely expected to be the first overall pick, while other quarterbacks face varying draft projections based on talent, health, and potential.
- Top prospects like Alabama's Ty Simpson could go in the first or second round due to limited highly graded QBs this year, while others like Miami's Carson Beck and LSU's Garrett Nussmeier are projected for rounds three to five.
- Several quarterbacks, including Taylen Green, Drew Allar, and Sawyer Robertson, are potential mid- to late-round picks, with some seen as developmental projects or backups.
- Players such as Haynes King, Luke Altmyer, and Diego Pavia are likely to be late-round selections or undrafted free agents, with factors like injury history, playing style, and personality influencing their draft status.
