NFL insider 2026 mock draft: What we're hearing around the league
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Key Points:
- The Las Vegas Raiders are projected to pick QB Fernando Mendoza first overall, with the potential to start him in Week 1 if he outperforms Kirk Cousins in the offseason.
- The New York Jets are expected to select EDGE David Bailey at pick 2, while Tennessee is projected to take EDGE Arvell Reese at pick 4, both aiming to bolster their pass rush.
- Several teams are focusing on offensive line improvements, with Arizona possibly trading their pick at 3, Cleveland targeting OT Spencer Fano at 6, Detroit selecting OT Kadyn Proctor at 17, and New England projected to pick OT Caleb Lomu at 31.
- The New York Giants are projected to take RB Jeremiyah Love at 5 and safety Caleb Downs at 10, addressing key offensive and defensive needs with top prospects.
- Wide receiver and defensive back positions are also priorities, with Washington picking WR Carnell Tate at 7, Miami selecting WR Jordyn Tyson at 11, and Kansas City choosing CB Mansoor Delane at 9 to strengthen their secondary.
