NFL mock draft 2026: Updated projection with college football season over
SB Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- Indiana's Fernando Mendoza is projected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after leading the Hoosiers to a national championship and winning the Heisman Trophy, highlighting his standout performance and potential.
- The draft features significant Miami talent, with players like Francis Mauigoa (OT) and Rueben Bain Jr. (EDGE) going early, reflecting teams' focus on bolstering offensive line and defensive front positions.
- Many teams, including the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns, are prioritizing building around their quarterback positions due to a perceived lack of first-round QB options beyond Mendoza, leading them to select key offensive linemen and defensive players instead.
- Notable mid-to-late first-round picks include Caleb
