Jeff Ratcliffe's Final 2026 NFL Mock Draft
FTN (For The Numbers) • • general
Key Points:
- The 2026 NFL Mock Draft version 5.0 projects the Las Vegas Raiders selecting quarterback Fernando Mendoza from Indiana as their franchise signal-caller.
- Edge rushers David Bailey (Texas Tech) and Arvell Reese (Ohio State) are predicted to go early to the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals, respectively, highlighting a focus on defensive pressure.
- Several teams prioritize offensive line help, including the Cleveland Browns (Spencer Fano), Kansas City Chiefs (Francis Mauigoa), and Detroit Lions (Monroe Freeling), emphasizing protection for their quarterbacks.
- Wide receiver selections such as Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State) to the New York Giants and Carnell Tate (Ohio State) to the New Orleans Saints indicate teams addressing passing game needs.
- The mock draft features a trade where the Arizona Cardinals move up to pick Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at 31, signaling a potential quarterback development strategy.
