On Tuesday, NFL analyst Brett Kollmann revealed his one and only mock draft for the 2026 NFL Draft using PFSN’s Mock Draft Simulator. It’s important to note that wasn’t a predictive mock draft based on where he expects players to be selected but rather a look at which players he would take if he was calling the shots for each team.
Kollmann’s mock draft doesn’t feature any trades, but there are a number of surprises, including some big-name players sliding, including Ohio State LB Sonny Styles, Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey, and Ohio State WR Carnell Tate sliding out of the top-10.
1) Las Vegas Raiders
Fernando Mendoza, Indiana | QB
Kollman’s Analysis: “I think the Kirk Cousins signing was very prudent because I don’t necessarily think that Fernando Mendoza is ready to play right now. If you’re looking at the system that he’s coming out of at Indiana, it’s not very under-center heavy whatsoever. Klint Kubiak runs a very under-center heavy offense, very RPO-heavy.
“I don’t think Mendoza is really ready to handle a full Klint Kubiak offense right now like we’ve seen Sam Darnold handle. Cousins can play right now and Mendoza gets to develop on the bench. There’s not a lot of pressure for him to be an immediate contributor, and we can see, ideally, what Mendoza looks like in 2027. I think that’s probably the best-case scenario for the Raiders.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Mendoza is coming off a dominant 2025 season in which he won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to a Big Ten title and national championship. At 6’5″, 225 pounds, he brings ideal size, smooth pocket mobility, and strong off-script feel, paired with crisp mechanics and the ability to layer throws with precision.
Mendoza combines high-end arm talent, anticipation, and field vision to attack all areas, though his aggressive mindset can lead to risky decisions. While hip stiffness limits his effectiveness outside structure, he thrives in the pocket as a poised gunslinger with a knack for delivering in key moments, drawing comparisons to a young Carson Palmer and projecting as a franchise-caliber quarterback.
2) New York Jets
Arvell Reese, Ohio State | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “The debate is David Bailey and Arvell Reese. You guys know my stance on pass-rushers. I tend to prefer size. I tend to prefer strength. While Reese is the smaller of the two, he is the stronger of the two. Rueben Bain Jr. is the most prototypical EDGE, to me, in this class because of hi style. But I am going with Arvell Reese because I don’t really see him as an EDGE; I see him as an off-ball LB that sometimes moonlights as an EDGE.
“My comp for him is smaller Dante Fowler Jr. with a jetpack. That’s how I would deploy him, or like the way Jeff Hafley deployed Micah Parsons, lining Micah off ball over a center on third downs and letting him pick his spots. But as far as down-to-down projection, rookie Von Miller in Denver when he was a 4-3 SAM , that to me is Reese’s best spot where he’s doing a little bit of everything: he’s dropping into coverage, he’s playing off ball, he’s rushing off the edge.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Reese, a one-year starter at Ohio State, posted a breakout campaign in which he recorded 6.5 sacks and 10 tackles for loss en route to consensus All-American honors. At 6’4″, 243 pounds, he combines explosive athleticism, length, and power to dominate as a run defender and blitzer, using his strength to shed blocks and disrupt plays in the backfield.
His range and burst make him dangerous in pursuit and as a pass rusher, but his projection remains a key question. Reese has the physical tools to thrive as a SAM linebacker, though he can be fooled by misdirection and lacks fluidity in coverage, while an EDGE transition offers elite upside but requires further development. Ultimately, he’s a high-ceiling “tweener” prospect with rare traits and true X-factor potential.
3) Arizona Cardinals
Francis Mauigoa, Miami (FL) | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Francis Mauigoa is my top-graded offensive lineman in this class. He is a true right tackle that can also play guard. He’s not a guy that you start at tackle and see if he survives and then if not, you kick him in to guard. He is a tackle. You’re only putting him at guard if you have a plethora of tackles and you need him at guard, but he starts at tackle.
“He’s a very, very good player. My comp for him was a foam pit that you jump into ’cause you might move him a little bit initially, but after that, you’re just going to stop and die a slow painful death. Like, you’re just not going to be able to to move around and get away from him.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Mauigoa has long been projected as a first-round talent in the NFL Draft, living up to expectations after arriving at Miami as a five-star recruit and immediate starter. He earned second-team All-ACC honors in 2024 before elevating to first-team All-ACC and consensus All-American status in 2025. At 6’6″, 335 pounds, Mauigoa pairs elite size and power with nimble movement skills, showcasing impressive hip flexibility, balance, and hand usage.
He’s an advanced technician who can adjust on the fly and win with timing and leverage, though occasional intensity lapses and average length may point to a higher ceiling at guard. Even so, his poise in pass protection and physicality in the run game give him clear impact starter potential at either spot along the offensive line.
4) Tennessee Titans
Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (FL) | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I’ve gone back and forth on this one more than almost any other pick. I’m deciding between Jeremiyah Love and Rueben Bain Jr. They are the best players on the board for me. I decided on Bain because if I’m looking at the edge group right now for the Titans, it’s not bad, but I don’t consider it great. I think if you add Bain into their current rotation, they could be great. And you package that together with Jeffery Simmons, I mean… First of all, you’re not going to run the ball very well on them to begin with. Second of all, if you do get in third and long, you’re probably going to die.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Bain was a disruptive force from the moment he arrived at Miami, breaking out as a true freshman with 7.5 sacks, 13 tackles for loss, and 3 forced fumbles. After a calf injury limited his sophomore season, he rebounded in 2025 with 8.5 sacks, 13 TFLs, and All-American honors, along with an 82.7 EDGEi Score.
At 275 pounds, Bain combines rare compact mass, natural leverage, and explosive power, allowing him to overwhelm blockers as a pass rusher while holding firm against double teams in the run game. Though some have floated a move to defensive tackle, his blend of strength, versatility, and developing pass-rush arsenal makes him best suited as a movable EDGE, where he projects as a reliable starter with game-wrecking upside.
5) New York Giants
Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame | RB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “At this point, just because of the value of the player, I have to go Jeremiyah Love. I understand they took Cam Skattebo last year, and he’s a fun player. But Cam Skattebo, let alone Cam Skattebo coming off an injury, is not stopping me from drafting Jeremiyah Love. The grades are not even comparable. The quality of player is not even comparable. I just can’t pass on the best player in this draft.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Love is the clear-cut RB1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, and he’s trying to become the first RB selected in the top-five since Saquon Barkley went No. 2 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, but he slides to No. 6 in this mock draft. At 6’0″, 214 pounds, Love is slightly leaner but plays with impressive physicality, pairing burst, long speed, and lateral quickness with strong vision and patience.
Love consistently creates space with sharp instincts and a manipulative running style, while his balance and toughness allow him to fight through contact. A proven receiving threat and RAC weapon in 2025, he profiles as a true RB1 with All-Pro upside and shades of Ahman Green in his game.
6) Cleveland Browns
Spencer Fano, Utah | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Spencer Fano at No. 6 is one of the more chalky picks; at least, in my opinion, it’s chalky. I think Browns fans would be okay with it just because it’s it’s very prudent. It makes sense for a lot of different reasons. Even if we don’t know exactly which hole on the offensive line this is going to address, we know it’s going to address one of them. He’s going to play somewhere between center and left tackle, I know that much. My goal is to get the best five on the field offensive line-wise.
“The quarterback situation is not ideal right now. We’ll see what happens with the Deshaun Watson vs. Shedeur Sanders battle. I have no idea; I don’t even think the Browns know at this point. The receiving core isn’t the worst in the league, but it’s not great. But for me, my main goal as an organization is just to get through this last year where we kind of have to hold onto the Deshaun contract. I think they can get out of it after this year, if memory serves, or at least it’s more manageable to get out of. I still don’t believe that Shedeur is the long-term answer. We got a great quarterback class coming up in 2027. I’m just going to use this draft to improve the offensive line and improve the weaponry.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Standing out at 6’5″, 304 pounds with rare athleticism and power, Fano is an explosive run blocker with strong leverage and a physical finishing mindset. He continued to refine his pass protection with improved footwork, hand usage, and overall technique in 2025. His recovery athleticism, range, and versatility make him effective across schemes, and as his consistency develops, he projects as a high-upside impact starter at the next level.
7) Washington Commanders
Caleb Downs, Ohio State | S
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I don’t know Caleb Down’s best spot in the NFL, but I’ll say this: he’s going to be good wherever he plays. I don’t know if he’s going to be better as a nickel or as a safety, and I mean that as a compliment. I suspect that he’s going to be an elite nickel in the league.
“But that being said, if you’re looking at the nickel and safety situation in Washington, it’s Nick Cross, it’s Will Harris, and it’s Mikey Sainristil. Caleb Downs could take any of those jobs. I kind of don’t care what he’s going to be; I just know he’s better than what we have at any of those spots. Again, I suspect that he is going to be an absolute lethal nickel in the league.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Downs has looked like a first-round talent since arriving as a five-star recruit, starring at Alabama before elevating Ohio State’s championship-level defense in 2024 and 2025. While his raw production may not fully reflect his impact, his film shows a true blue-chip safety prospect.
At 6’0″, 205 pounds, Downs is a fluid, explosive playmaker who excels in the box with elite instincts, physicality, and tackling ability, while also offering high-level coverage skills with sharp processing and smooth transitions. His versatility to play deep, in the box, or as a big nickel, combined with his elite football IQ, makes him a true “glue guy” with clear All-Pro upside.
8) New Orleans Saints
Makai Lemon, USC | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I wrestled with this one a lot because there’s a a few different things I’ve been kicking back back and forth in my head. I wanted to improve the edge room. [Last season], I lamented the quality of the Saints edge room, and I really wanted to add to that group, but I just I couldn’t pull the trigger on David Bailey here and Bain is already gone. Ultimately, I shifted my focus to helping out Tyler Shough and giving him a receiver. The question is: which receiver?
“Jordyn Tyson is probably the most talented of the top-three. Makai Lemon is the safest of the top-three. Carnell Tate, I don’t see him like a lot of other people do; I don’t see him as a top-10 player in this class. I went with Lemon because I feel like there is a very small chance of regretting that pick [whereas] with Tyson, I can’t get over his injury history. He just gets banged up all the time and the season only gets longer and the hits only get harder in the NFL.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Lemon surged into the WR1 conversation alongside Carnell Tate and Jordyn Tyson after a breakout 2025 season, finishing with 79 catches for 1,156 yards, 11 touchdowns, and a top-five PFSN WR Impact Score of 85.1. At 5’11”, 195 pounds, he’s a polished route runner with electric speed, sharp footwork, and elite body control, allowing him to consistently create separation and thrive after the catch.
Despite his size, he also excels in contested situations with strong hands and timing. While questions remain about his ability against press coverage, Lemon’s well-rounded skill set and production profile position him as a high-upside hybrid slot weapon with WR1 potential.
9) Kansas City Chiefs
Mansoor Delane, LSU | CB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I could go David Bailey here, but Mansoor Delane, to me, is the better player and also at a position of need. I know they just traded away a young corner and this team has done very well drafting corners later in the first round or just down the board entirely and turning them into solid starters. But again, it’s the No. 9 overall pick; I need to take a player that I’m very, very confident is going to be a high-level player for us, a Pro Bowl-caliber player off the rip. And, to me, that’s Mansoor Delane. Best corner in this class.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Delane capped a near four-year starting career with a dominant 2025 season, recording 2 interceptions, 11 pass breakups, and a class-best 96.8 CB Impact Score. He allowed just a 26.7 passer rating, forced incompletions at a 31.8% rate, and gave up a catch only once every 26.8 coverage snaps.
At 6’0″, 187 pounds, Delane combines fluid athleticism, vertical speed, and sharp instincts with the versatility to play boundary or nickel, making him a true lockdown presence. While his tackling consistency can improve, his elite coverage ability, football IQ, and all-around reliability give him clear All-Pro upside at the next level.
10) New York Giants
Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State | OG
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I debated Sonny Styles here, a great linebacker, arguably the best pure off-ball linebacker in this class. Not the biggest need for the Giants, but again, if we’re just trying to get the best player and somebody who could be a cornerstone for this team for a long, long time, Sonny Styles would fit that bill. Everybody loves him. The other player with an equivalent grade that I think fills a more desperate hole right now, but also makes my fifth overall pick better, is Olaivavega Ioane, so I’m taking him at No. 10. I am making the ecosystem around Jaxson Dart as deadly as humanly possible.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: At 6’4″, 330 pounds, Ioane brings ideal size, power, and leverage to the interior, pairing strong hands and awareness with reliable pass protection and physical run blocking. While not the most agile, he has enough mobility to execute assignments effectively and handle stunts. A true mauler with a sound two-phase profile, Ioane projects as an immediate floor-raising starter on an NFL offensive line.
11) Miami Dolphins
David Bailey, Texas Tech | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This finally is where I’m taking David Bailey. This is about the range that I think is more appropriate for him. He’s a little bit more of a one-dimensional player than Bain. Well, not even a little bit, a lot of bit more of a one-dimensional player than Bain. There are some reps on tape where he shows power, but it’s few and far between. He’s got length, I just really wish that he weaponized it more. Bain has much shorter arms, but showed a lot more power more consistently.
“I think Bailey kind of over-relied on first-step quickness and snap timing and everything like that. He kind of feasted on some really shi**y tackles that he’s just a better athlete then. Now, that being said, I do think he’s a good player. I think he’s going to be a solid rusher in the NFL. I just didn’t see a top-five talent. I didn’t see somebody who could potentially be an All-Pro. I think he’s going to be a solid piece. I tend to favor size and strength when it comes to EDGE.
“As for how he fits in Miami, Bailey and Chop Robinson together might be the most explosive one-two punch as far as first steps in the NFL because Chop’s first step is absolutely nuts. Chop is also more bendy than Bailey. I’d be really curious to see how Jeff Hafley would deploy both of them.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Bailey has surged up draft boards thanks to rare pass-rush production and explosiveness. After transferring from Stanford, he became the centerpiece of Texas Tech’s defensive front in 2025, earning consensus All-American honors with 14.5 sacks, 19.5 tackles for loss, and a nation-leading 92.9 score via PFSN EDGE Impact metrics. At 6’3″, 250 pounds with strong length, Bailey is a hyper-explosive edge defender with a lightning first step, relentless motor, and the speed to consistently bend the arc.
He also flashes speed-to-power and has shown he can hold up against the run, though consistency and lower-body strength remain areas to develop, along with discipline to avoid over-aggressive penalties. Even so, his elite pass-rush ability gives him blue-chip upside, with the tools to grow into a complete three-down impact defender.
12) Dallas Cowboys
Sonny Styles, Ohio State | LB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I feel like the Cowboys would sprint this card in and not even consider anybody else. Honestly, I’m not considering anybody else either. He would be their best off-ball linebacker since Leighton Vander Esch, and he might be their best off-ball LB since Sean Lee.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: A former safety who started 12 games in 2023, Styles switched to LB in 2024 and was a revelation for the Buckeyes’ championship defense, racking up 100 tackles, 11 TFLs, 6 sacks, 5 PBUs, and a forced fumble. In 2025, Styles earned first-team All-Big Ten and All-American honors, distinguishing himself as one of the nation’s best defenders.
At 6’5″, 243 pounds, with over 33″ arms, Styles’ size and length, combined with his explosiveness, quickness, and playmaking range, can take over in both phases. He’s an incredibly intelligent defender with elite read-and-react skills. With his safety background, he’s an incredibly natural coverage defender who can manage short and intermediate zones, but he’s also a combative block attacker, a shrewd gap invader, and a dynamic pass-rushing presence with bend and burst. Positional value naturally comes up in conversations about Styles, but he’s a blue-chip LB prospect with his raw grade and has All-Pro potential as an MIKE or WILL in the NFL.
13) Los Angeles Rams
Monroe Freeling, Georgia | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Is it super exciting? No. Is it smart? Yes. If you’re looking at how NFL tackles should be built, they look a lot like Monroe Freeling.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Standing nearly 6’7″, 315 pounds with an 84-inch wingspan, Monroe Freeling has flown up draft boards throughout the pre-draft process thanks to his athleticism and upside.
A highly athletic tackle for his size, he combines quickness, flexibility, and natural leverage with impressive power capacity. While his hand usage is still developing, he often wins with length and athleticism alone. With a strong foundation, disciplined run blocking, and high upside, Freeling projects as a future impact starter as his technique continues to evolve.
14) Baltimore Ravens
Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon | TE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I know a lot of people see Carnell Tate to the Ravens as making a lot of sense because they are all like, ‘We need an X receiver!’ I don’t think Carnell is an X in the NFL, I’m not gonna lie. I see Tate differently than consensus. I think Tate is a No. 2 WR in the NFL. I don’t think Tate is a WR1. I think Zay Flowers is more of a WR1 than Tate. I don’t think Tate solves their problem at receiver. I think Kenyon Sadiq is going to give them a more dangerous matchup for who’s going to be out there covering Sadiq than I think Tate would against corners.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Sadiq is the top tight end prospect in the draft after a breakout 2025 season at Oregon, totaling 51 catches for 560 yards and 8 touchdowns. At 6’3″, nearly 250 pounds, he pairs a strong, compact frame with elite athleticism, fluidity, and vertical speed, making him a threat up the seam and after the catch.
Sadiq also developed as a route runner, showing the ability to separate and win at the catch point, while contributing as a physical and versatile blocker. Though he can still improve his lower-body strength in-line, he projects as an immediate two-phase contributor at the next level.
15) Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Akheem Mesidor, Miami (FL) | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This is kind of the start of the range for Akheem Mesidor, but I think it’s justifiable here because the Bucs are a team that wants to go on a run right now. They don’t necessarily care that he’s an older prospect. His injury history is the actual red flag to me, not his age. As long as he stays healthy, he can be a contributing EDGE right now and maximize their current window with Baker Mayfield.
“I don’t care that on his second contract, he’s going to be 30. I care about the next four years when he’s in his athletic prime. He is a developed, polished, talented EDGE right now, and we have him on a very cost-controlled contract, so we’re kind of maximizing that rookie-deal window. Considering the other options on the board, I felt like he was the best way to go.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Mesidor enters the NFL as a 25-year-old rookie with some injury concerns, but if cleared medically, he offers immediate impact potential. At around 6’2.5″, 273 pounds, he’s a versatile, explosive rusher who can line up from 3-tech to 7-tech, using compact power and strong leverage to win at the point of attack.
He brings a diverse pass-rush arsenal and fits well in stunt-heavy schemes, while also holding up effectively against the run. Mesidor projects as a valuable rotational piece early, with the upside to become an impact starter during his prime window.
16) New York Jets
Carnell Tate, Ohio State | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Again, I don’t think Tate is a WR1 in the NFL. His best role is being a very solid, reliable No. 2 WR in the NFL. Tate is gonna be good for 4 catches and 55-60 yards, and all of them are gonna be first downs. I think he’s a good route-runner, not an elite route-runner. I think he’s a good athlete, not an elite athlete. I think he’s a good separator, not an elite separator. He’s just a very solid, all-around player. A classic No. 2 WR in the NFL. He’s not going to f**k up his assignment. He’s an okay, solid piece. He can be a great WR2 alongside Garrett Wilson.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Tate flashed early with a 52-733-4 line in 2024 despite being Ohio State’s third option behind Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka, but his route running was still raw. That changed in 2025, as Tate developed into a polished technician with rare sink, throttle control, and stem IQ for his size.
He still brings long-strider speed, elite body control, and exceptional catch-point dominance, evidenced by a 28.2% catch rate above expectation, while now consistently separating at all levels and delivering in key moments.
17) Detroit Lions
Blake Miller, Clemson | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This is not a predictive mock. On Thursday night, I think tackles are going to go off the board like hotcakes. I would be stunned if Detroit had this many tackle choices left on the board at this time. But in this magical dream scenario where they have a whole bunch of tackles available, ultimately I went with Blake Miller. Very experienced player with over 50 starts, durable, polished, very good athlete. He’s just ready to go right now; he can start right now and be reliable right now.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Miller is a high-upside tackle who brings rare experience with nearly 4,000 snaps and 54 starts as a four-year starter. At 6’6″, 315 pounds, he’s an elite athlete for his size, showcasing explosive movement, outstanding range, and strong balance in both the run and pass game.
His 2025 season showed clear growth in strength and technique, though he can still refine his timing. With his versatility and athletic profile, Miller projects as a reliable starter with one of the highest ceilings in the class.
18) Minnesota Vikings
Dillon Thieneman, Oregon | S
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This was actually the first pick that I filled out. I kind of built the draft around this because it’s such a lock. Dillon Thieneman is a Minnesota Viking. I’ve kind of had this belief since, I don’t know, January, and I have yet to come off of it. If he is on the board, he is going to be in Minnesota. He is probably the best remaining player at a position of need, and he can play multiple spots for them.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Thieneman established himself as a first-round talent thanks to his versatility as a two-high safety, box rover, and occasional single-high defender. A standout since his freshman year at Purdue, he carried that production to Oregon in 2025, finishing with 96 tackles, 3.5 TFLs, 2 interceptions, and 5 pass breakups.
At 6’0″, 207 pounds, Thieneman combines intelligence, range, and physicality with strong coverage instincts and reliable tackling. While he lacks elite top-end fluidity, his athleticism, instincts, and versatility make him a safe, high-impact starter at the next level.
19) Carolina Panthers
Max Iheanachor, Arizona State | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Rasheed Walker is the left tackle for Carolina. They got him somehow at $4 million a year, and I still don’t really know how that happened. That’s absolute witchcraft. It’s wild. So, their tackle situation is okay right now, but it might be catastrophic next year. Can I get a high-upside tackle who is a developmental player that I don’t have to play right now? That’s how I ultimately landed on Max Iheanachor, who I think is a perfect fit for this situation.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Iheanachor, a Nigerian native who didn’t play high school football, has quickly skyrocketed up boards throughout the pre-draft process. At 6’5″, 315 pounds with long arms, he combines strength, explosiveness, and impressive foot speed with advanced pass-protection instincts for his experience level.
He’s also a powerful, adaptable run blocker who can adjust on the fly. Though he’ll be a slightly older rookie at 22 years old, Iheanachor projects as a quality starting right tackle with significant upside.
20) Dallas Cowboys
Jermod McCoy, Tennessee | CB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “A report came out earlier from Tom Pelissero that doctors are concerned that Tennessee corner Jermod McCoy will need another surgery to replace a bone plug used to repair a cartilage defect in his knee. The concerns are not about his surgically repaired ACL. You know who happens to be the foremost expert on that surgery? Dr. [Daniel E.] Cooper in Dallas. You know who happens to be the team doctor for the Dallas Cowboys? Dr. Cooper. If anybody is going to have insight into McCoy’s knee and how to fix it and how likely it is to cause issues, it’s going to be him.
“And as far as quality of player dropping this late in the first round, there is nobody — absolutely nobody — who even comes close to McCoy. So, I’m going to trust the Dallas team doctors to fix McCoy and I’m going to have potentially a lethal secondary, and just a lethal defense overall with Styles at No. 12 and McCoy at No. 20. If Cowboys fans are upset about that, I’m sorry. There’s nothing else I could do for you.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: McCoy is firmly in the CB1 conversation for this draft despite missing the 2025 season with a torn ACL. At 5’11”, 193 pounds, he lacks ideal size but makes up for it with elite explosiveness, fluidity, and transition quickness, allowing him to mirror receivers and close quickly on the ball.
He’s effective in both press and zone with strong instincts, control, and physicality, and his playmaking ability stands out after recording 4 interceptions in 2024. Teams will want to evaluate his medicals, but McCoy projects as a versatile, high-impact corner with turnover-producing upside.
21) Pittsburgh Steelers
T.J. Parker, Clemson | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This is somebody that I am higher on than most. I am a T.J. Parker fan. Why? He has length and power. You guys know my type. I love EDGEs that have length and power. He does have fluidity. He does have explosion, but, primarily, he has power. That is the foundation of his rush, and that’s a pretty damn good foundation to have. I’m not like super, super big on a lot of the EDGEs in this class. I’m not as big on them as I thought I would be when I was first starting this draft process, but I still do think that there are a lot of solid guys available, and T.J. Parker is probably the best one.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: A prestigious, high-pedigree player at a school known for its defensive line production, Parker produced early and often, breaking the true freshman record for TFLs at Clemson previously set by first-round pick Myles Murphy, before totaling 18.5 sacks and 41.5 TFLs in three years. Even at his best, Parker’s pressure rate (via PFF) only topped out at the 83rd percentile among qualifying CFB edge rushers, echoing the assertion that his ceiling may be slightly capped overall as a pass-rush catalyst, on account of his non-elite burst, flexibility, and length.
Still, even though Parker doesn’t have quantifiably elite tools, he has enough of a baseline of explosiveness, hand power, play strength, quickness, and leverage to build on. He’s sturdy and fast-flowing in support and pursuit, and he has a deep pass-rush bag with power, finesse, and counter elements. He profiles as a high-floor starter with wide-alignment utility in odd and hybrid-front schemes, and 5-tech utility in even-front schemes, and he can puncture interior gaps and stunt with his power profile.
22) Los Angeles Chargers
Emmanuel Pregnon, OG | Oregon
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I don’t agree with where most people have Emmanuel Pregnon. I’m higher on him than most folks. Watching the tape, I thought, ‘Am I crazy and they are all sane?’ I finished the tape and I was like, ‘Nope, I’m sane. I like it. I am perfectly happy with taking Pregnon in the first round.’ Now, whether it’s the Chargers here or it’s the Seahawks at No. 32, I think there’s a spot for him. And I would be so comfortable doing it. He is such a good football player.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Pregnon spent three years at Wyoming and two at USC, so he will be an older rookie. Nevertheless, Pregnon projects as an immediate starter with impact potential, with some of the most menacing point-of-attack power output in recent memory. The 6’5″, 320-pound Pregnon has overwhelming mass and width, and long, powerful levers for arms. His success at Oregon revolved around his ability to get hands on defenders quickly and violently, and anchor or redirect with his power and strength, but he also has more than enough lateral explosion and gap-to-gap range to reach landmarks and climb to the second level.
Pregnon’s most prevalent limitation is his flexibility; he’s visibly stiff in his midsection, which can impact recovery at times. However, for a higher-hipped blocker, he leverages himself well, punishes rushers with active hands, sharp vision, and a steady anchor, and he’s a professional DT dislodger in the run game, with gap and zone versatility.
23) Philadelphia Eagles
Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “It’s likely that A.J. Brown is getting traded. A lot of people are floating that it’s going to be to the Patriots after June 1 for a first-rounder in 2027. At first, I thought I was going to pick the heir apparent for Lane Johnson like Kadyn Proctor or Max Iheanachor, but they need a receiver. This is kind of the spot that I naturally landed on for Jordyn Tyson where I felt like it started to become worth the the injury risk.
“Tyson is probably the most talented WR in this draft, but I can’t get over the injury history. He just gets banged up all the time, and the season only gets longer and the hits only get harder in the NFL. As a top-10 pick, I can’t trust him. I don’t want to be on pins and needles every time my top-10 pick gets hit. But what else are they going to get at No. 23 that’s this good? Do I feel comfortable with Tyson’s injuries? No. But I feel more comfortable about Tyson’s durability than I do about Proctor as a player. Of the two risky players, I feel better about gambling on Tyson as my post-A.J.-Brown option.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Some teams may have Tyson as the WR1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, blending size (6’1″, 195) with elite speed, fluidity, and route-running upside. He’s a dynamic separator with sharp movement skills, reliable downfield tracking, and playmaking ability after the catch, making him a true three-level threat.
The primary concern is durability, as past knee injuries have limited his full-season availability, but his athleticism appears unaffected. If he checks out medically, Tyson has one of the most complete skill sets in the class.
24) Cleveland Browns
Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I came into this mock with two goals: improve protection and improve weapons. I improved protection with Spencer Fano. Now, I’m going to improve weapons with Omar Cooper Jr. He’s a very, very safe receiver prospect. He can play inside, can play outside, but I think his best fit is just kind of being that domineering, physical slot player who blocks his a** off in the run game. Great hands, super tough kid. I just love him as like a Robert Woods type of receiver.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Part of Indiana’s standout WR duo, Cooper dominated with his explosive, compact build at 6’0″, 201 pounds. He’s a dynamic playmaker who stretches the field and thrives after the catch with strong balance and physicality, while also showing promising route-running nuance.
Though occasional drops and intermediate route development remain areas to improve, Cooper projects as an ascending three-level threat with big-play ability.
25) Chicago Bears
Caleb Lomu, Utah | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “I think this is appropriate value for Caleb Lomu. I don’t want the Bears’ season ruined because they don’t have a real answer at left tackle. I understand people wanting defensive tackle. I understand people wanting EDGE. You could talk me into some of the EDGEs here. I just know there are more EDGEs that I like on Day 2. I don’t think any of the tackles that I like on Day 2 (which is really just like two of them) will make it to the Bears in Round 2.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Lomu is one of two Utah tackles projected to go in the first round, standing out at 6’5″, 302 pounds with elite explosiveness, flexibility, and recovery athleticism. While not the most powerful run blocker, he executes reach blocks effectively and showed improved strength at the point of attack in 2025.
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In pass protection, he’s a polished technician with precise hands and exceptional lower-body control, using his flexibility to anchor and recover against pressure. With a strong pass-protection foundation and an upward trajectory as a run blocker, Lomu projects as a safe Round 1 pick with impact starter potential.
26) Buffalo Bills
Kadyn Proctor, Alabama | OT
Kollmann’s Analysis: “First of all, I went offensive line because I really I want to keep the identity of this team strong. People think the identity is Josh Allen; it’s really not. The identity is having the biggest, toughest, meanest offensive line that they could possibly put together, just opening chasms for James Cook and just running the sh*t out of the ball and controlling the line of scrimmage and controlling the clock. I want to lean into that.
“I want to get a guard. Kadyn Proctor didn’t play guard in college, but I’m thinking about converting him to left guard and immediately filling that spot, and having two guards that weigh minimum 350 pounds.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Proctor is a massive 6’6″, 369-pound Alabama lineman with overwhelming size, power, and anchor strength, making him a force against bull rushers. While his range, mobility, and flexibility can be exposed by speed rushers, he flashes surprising foot speed and strong technical fundamentals for his age.
His long-term position remains a question. While he could develop into a solid tackle, his traits may translate best at guard, where his power and anchor give him clear impact starter upside.
27) San Francisco 49ers
KC Concepcion, Texas A&M | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “The Trent Williams extension threw a wrench in my mock draft in the last 48 hours, so I kind of zeroed in at wide receiver here. I tried to channel my inner Kyle Shanahan and figure out who is the most Shanahan-y type of receiver, and that is KC Concepcion.
“Great separator and special teams value, and he’s going to be the WR4 as a rookie, but he’s going to be my top return man as a rookie. And if someone goes down, if somebody gets a little bit too close to the power station, he can pop in and start as a rookie. And they can also have some package stuff for him.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Concepcion broke out as a true freshman at NC State with 1,159 total yards and 10 touchdowns, and after a dip in 2024, he rebounded in 2025 to reestablish his draft stock.
At 5’11”, 187 pounds, he’s a dynamic, joystick-like playmaker with elite change-of-direction, spatial awareness, and versatility, making him dangerous after the catch and capable of creating separation. While occasional drops remain an issue, his overall skill set and ability to beat press coverage point to high-end, multi-alignment upside as a movement-Z receiver.
28) Houston Texans
Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech | LB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “It just makes so much sense. Jacob Rodriguez is going to be a Texan. People don’t realize they have four linebackers that are free agents after 2026. He’s so DeMeco-coded; he’s such a DeMeco Ryans-type of LB, just an absolutely relentless psychopath. He will follow the ball until his legs fall off, and if there’s one thing this defense does, it’s swarm to the ball and play 100 miles per hour. He’s such a perfect fit.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Rodriguez’s stats and accolades from the 2025 season are certifiably absurd. The former quarterback racked up 128 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, a sack, 4 interceptions, 6 pass breakups, and 7 forced fumbles, while earning an elite 90.1 PFSN LB Impact grade. He won the Nagurski, Lombardi, Butkus, and Bednarik Awards, was the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, and backed up his honors with an incredible Senior Bowl showing.
At 6’1″, 230 pounds, Rodriguez lacks size and length, and that size profile does negatively affect his block take-on and contact authority. That said, Rodriguez more than compensates with his high-energy athleticism, range, swift processing ability, and truly elite coverage chops. He’s sticky overtop sit routes, swings, and in-breakers, he’s fast-flowing and relentless on the chase in the run game, and his untethered energy permeates to his teammates. Best fitting behind a strong defensive line that keeps him clean, Rodriguez has impact starter upside.
29) Kansas City Chiefs
Denzel Boston, Washington | WR
Kollmann’s Analysis: “They got Delane at No. 9. There is a particular player that is still on the board that I think is a perfect fit, and it’s a big reason why I didn’t go receiver at No. 9 because I knew it was very likely that Denzel Boston was going to be there at No. 29, and he is. I’m addressing corner. I’m addressing receiver. We’ll figure out EDGE on Day 2. You just take the good football players. And if the Chiefs come out of the first round with Delane and Boston, you got two good football players who are capable of starting. And Boston just gives them an archetype that they desperately need.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Boston emerged as Washington’s top receiver after stepping out from behind NFL talent, producing back-to-back strong seasons with 800+ yards and double-digit touchdowns. At 6’4″, 209 pounds, he’s a big-bodied target with an elite catch radius, strong hands, and a knack for winning in contested situations, highlighted by an extremely low drop rate.
While not overly twitchy, he moves well for his size, stretches the field, and shows solid route-running awareness. With his physical profile and reliability, Boston projects as a high-upside X receiver with impact starter potential.
30) Miami Dolphins
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo | S
Kollmann’s Analysis: “They got David Bailey at No. 11, and this team has so many needs. I’m just going to focus on whoever the best player on the board is because it’s very likely that the best player is probably going to fit one of their needs because they need almost everything. And the best player left on the board, to me, was Emmanuel McNeil- Warren. An electric safety, super high upside.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: McNeil-Warren is in line to be the first lower-conference player selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. He doesn’t play the same position Toledo alumnus Quinyon Mitchell played, but is nonetheless a similarly dynamic prospect. At over 6’3″, 209 pounds, with over 32″ arms, McNeil-Warren has domineering size and length, which he pairs with wicked foot speed, bounding lateral explosiveness and agility, and terse two-phase physicality.
He’s a force to be reckoned with in support with his fast-flowing play style and closing burst, but he’s also shown he can manage short and intermediate zones in coverage with his smooth coverage mobility, process overlapping routes and keep spatial discipline in 2-on-1 situations, and make plays on the ball with his closing burst and proactive length usage.
31) New England Patriots
Colton Hood, Tennessee | CB
Kollmann’s Analysis: “Keeping the DB train going. Carlton Davis is 30 and I know people outside of Pats Nation might not realize that, but they need an answer for the post-Carlton Davis world across from Christian Gonzalez. To me, the best possible fit is Colton Hood. Like, the absolute dream fit for the Patriots’ defense.
“He is a big, long, polished press corner. He has significant work to do as a zone defender and actually has some work to do as a tackler, but if we’re just going to sit there and play man coverage with him and Carlton and Gonzo, unless you have like a 6’8″ receiver, I don’t think you’re going to get much done.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: Hood began his collegiate career at Auburn, before transferring to Colorado to join a talented secondary alongside Travis Hunter and DJ McKinney. Rotating in between two high-profile NFL Draft prospects, Hood managed to produce on his own in 2024, earning honorable mention All-Big 12 recognition. He used that momentum to transfer a second time in 2025, making the move to Tennessee in the SEC. With the Volunteers, Hood was again expected to be a CB2 playing across from Jermod McCoy, but McCoy’s early-season injury thrust Hood into a CB1 role, where he thrived.
In 2025, Hood racked up 1 INT, 8 pass breakups, and 4.5 TFLs, while earning a near-elite PFSN CB Impact score of 87.3. At 6’0″, 195 pounds, Hood has an enticing blend of explosiveness, corrective twitch, reactive coil, proportional length, and physicality. He’s still learning to play with more patience and discipline, but he possesses clear early-round ability, with his coverage mobility as the foundation. Hood can stick to WRs in press-man, as well as suddenly redirect and explode through breaks in off-man and zone. His playmaking ability is stamped at the catch point, and he’s a consistent tackler in support as well.
32) Seattle Seahawks
Keldric Faulk, Auburn | EDGE
Kollmann’s Analysis: “This is pure gluttony. Just more of a good thing. It’s so nasty. Who let this happen? Can you imagine a better mentor for Keldric Faulk than Tank Lawrence? Tank will teach him how to weaponize his frame and his power because he doesn’t know how strong he is. I mean, maybe he does, but he doesn’t use it like he could.”
PFSN’s Scouting Report: At 6’5″, 288 pounds, Faulk is a rare EDGE prospect who blends elite size, length, and explosive athleticism with overwhelming power. He showed promise as a pass rusher in 2024 with 7 sacks, but saw that growth stall in 2025, while his run defense remained a clear strength thanks to his ability to set the edge and control blocks.
While his pass-rush plan and consistency still need development, Faulk offers massive two-phase upside and alignment versatility. He remains a projection-based prospect, but his elite run defense provides a strong foundation while teams bet on his untapped pass-rush potential.