In Sporting News' fifth edition of first-round projections for the 2026 NFL Draft, the Raiders get tied more to taking QB Fernando Mendoza at the top while the Jets, Cardinals, Browns, Saints get their share of impact offensive skill talent.

Aside from the obvious top-10 talents in this year's draft class, which prospects might draw the most attention of NFL scouts and GMs?

Strength of schedule, using a team's 17-opponents' current records, is the tiebreaker when win/losses of multiple franchises are the same. Keep in mind that the 14-teams that make the playoffs (from 19th down) will have their draft position shift based on ...

As surprising as it may seem, the perceived number two overall draft pick is headed back to school. Dante Moore and the Oregon Ducks will attempt to run it back

Lemon has become one of the better all-around wide receivers in the country this season. He can win after the catch and as a route runner. The 5-11, 195-pound pass catcher can also win surprisingly well at the catch point for his size.

Chris dives into another NFL Draft Mock, projecting the first 32 picks with the regular season concluded. The picks for non-playoff teams are official, impacting potential trades. Could the Jets inspire Dante Moore to return to college?

Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the 2026 NFL draft, starting with two quarterbacks and one really good running back. See who makes the new list.

The Buckeyes aren't done yet in the top-15. Rounding out the first half of the draft class is none other than the great Sonny Styles. McShay has Styles joining former teammate Emeka Egbuka down in Tampa Bay with the Buccaneers, who sorely need defensive help.

At this point in the 2025 NFL season, contenders are jockeying for playoff position, and the Super Bowl chase looms largest on the calendar -- but front offices are surely also keeping an eye on the fast-approaching 2026 offseason. Some teams are eager to ...