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Welcome to Matty Kiwoom’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft 2.0. Where pivotal selections could redefine franchises. New Orleans, Las Vegas, and the Jets each secure their potential franchise quarterbacks, while the Rams may have found Matthew Stafford‘s successor.
The draft order is determined by reversing ESPN Bets’ Super Bowl odds, giving teams with the lowest championship likelihood the earliest selections. It must be stated off the top that Texas quarterback Arch Manning is absent from this mock because I’m choosing to believe his grandfather, who stated that Arch will be playing in a Longhorn uniform for the 2026 season.
Buckle up and take notes of the good and incorrect projections in my NFL Mock 2.0.
1. New Orleans Saints – Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson
Cade Klubnik is known for his poise, accuracy, and football IQ. He brings a steady presence and leadership to the quarterback position that the Saints will be looking for if rookie Tyler Shough delivers New Orleans the first overall pick. Klubnik is the type of signal caller that is tailored for Kellan Moore.
2. Tennessee Titans – T.J. Parker, Edge, Clemson
T.J. Parker is a relentless edge rusher with explosive burst and a ton of upside. He adds power and disruption to Tennessee’s defensive front. Two picks, two Clemson Tigers.
3. Cleveland Browns – Spencer, OT, Utah
If it is true that ownership stepped in and “recommended” the Shedeur Sanders pick, then he’s the only one that will survive the dive bombing that happens if the Browns are this bad AGAIN. The new regime is told to do right by Sanders, and they go with the best tackle in the 2026 class.
4. New York Giants – Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
The offensive line could be an area of interest based on the linemen who could be out the door after 2025, but the NEW regime will look for the best player available.
Caleb Downs is a talent that will be tough to pass up, and adding him would make the Giants’ defense SCARY!
5. New York Jets – LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina
LaNorris Sellers has the potential to be the most polarizing prospect in the class due to his athleticism and potential. Year 1 of Aaron Glen will be focused on helping a rushing QB succeed, so the regime picks up where they left off in Year 2. Oh, by the way, the Jets will NOT stick with Justin Fields if they land a top-5 pick.
6. Carolina Panthers – Peter Woods, DI, Clemson
Not 1, not 2, but 3 Tigers taken in the first six picks. The Panthers were linked to Mason Graham throughout the 2025 draft process and didn’t end up leaving the draft with a baller in the middle of the D-line. This time, they add a difference maker with Peter Woods.
7. Las Vegas Raiders – Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU
Garrett Nussmeier could be the number one overall pick in the draft as long as that knee isn’t an issue. Picking this early would mean that Geno Smith didn’t bring that spark in his first year that Raider Nation is hoping for. Nussmeier under Tom Brady‘s tutelage…yes, please!
8. Indianapolis Colts – Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Another top 10 pick means that the Colts probably have a new decision-maker in the front office. Going QB is on the table, but given the options, the Colts take Kadyn Proctor. Proctor is a player with immense upside due to his size and ability to move with such a big frame.
9. Cleveland Browns (via Jacksonville) – Anthony Hill Jr, LB, Texas
It’s hard to imagine a franchise like Cleveland leaving the draft with such an amazing haul, but hey…August is the time to be unrealistic. Anthony Hill Jr. is a playmaker with Micah Parsons-like qualities and will become a name in the top 10-12 conversation come March 2026.
10. Miami Dolphins – Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
The hype and excitement for Caleb Lomu is already starting to build up, and it comes with good reason. He’s got the frame, the technique, and the ceiling to be one of the biggest risers in the 2026 class. The Dolphins might have the worst offensive line in professional football, and Lomu signals the decision to change that.
11. New England Patriots – Caleb Banks, DI, Florida
Mike Vrabel puts his foot down and gets a big dawg to anchor the defensive line. Caleb Banks is 6-6 and 329 pounds. With a big 2025 season, his stock is expected to skyrocket. After the Patriots dedicated a draft to helping Drake Maye, they went defensive with their first pick in 2026.
12. Seattle Seahawks – Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Seattle might lose some linemen to free agency, and grabbing a player like Francis Mauigoa feels like a smooth transition. He can play right tackle right away and has the traits to be able to switch to left tackle if needed.
13. Los Angeles Rams (via Atlanta) – Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Jermod McCoy is a physical cornerback with solid instincts in tough coverage. He brings toughness, ball skills, and the ability to match up with top receivers on the outside, which the Rams have been seeking since Jalen Ramsey left.
14. Dallas Cowboys – Keldric Faulk, Edge, Auburn
At this point, it seems that two things about the Cowboys are true. 1. Micah Parsons will wear a different uniform in 2026, and they will refuse to take a back in Round 1. Keldric Faulk is a big-bodied edge rusher who will be tasked with filling the missing piece left by Parsons in the hearts of Cowboys fans.
15. Arizona Cardinals – Jake Slaughter, IOL, Florida
The interior of the Cardinals’ offensive line is getting older, and bringing in a player like Jake Slaughter adds youth and upside. Primarily a center at Florida, Slaughter has shown the athleticism and quickness to play all three spots in the middle of the o-line.
16. Pittsburgh Steelers – Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Quarterback will be on the Steelers’ radar at the draft, but instead of taking the QB4, the Steelers take the first WR. Jordyn Tyson posted good numbers in 2024 and is the early favorite to be the No. 1 receiver selected. Tyson brings a skillset to Pittsburgh’s offense that they need.
17. Chicago Bears – Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Chicago was rumored to have serious interest in drafting Ashton Jeanty in 2025, and they got the top back in the 2026 class. Jeremiyah Love has the size, speed, and wiggle to be a dynamic piece in the ever-evolving Ben Johnson offense.
18. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Reuben Bain Jr., Edge, Miami
The Buccaneers select Reuben Bain Jr., A powerful defensive lineman with a quick first step and a relentless motor. Bain Jr. strengthens Tampa Bay’s front with his ability to collapse the pocket and defend the run.
19. Denver Broncos – Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson
The Broncos’ offensive picture is getting clearer, and selecting Antonio Williams just adds another important piece. Williams has good hands and is a good route runner, which is the kind of pass catcher that the Broncos could use.
20. Houston Texans – Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State
The situation with Joe Mixon is weird, if not downright concerning.
There isn’t a lot to be excited about in Houston’s RB room, so taking a well-rounded back like Nicholas Singleton adds an element that the team needs. Singleton has a real shot at playing himself into Round 1 due to his skill set and production profile.
21. Los Angeles Chargers – Matayo Uiagalelei, Edge, Oregon
Da Chargahs already roster his brother, DJ, and they add a pass rusher who will see his draft stock skyrocket throughout this season. I’m not the first to see the upside with Matayo Uiagalelei, but I have seen the light. Uiagalelei showed burst and strength in 2024 and is poised for double-digit sacks again in 2025.
22. Minnesota Vikings – Chandler Rivers, CB, Duke
Chandler Rivers is an exciting cornerback prospect with sharp instincts, fluid movement, and reliable tackling. Rivers adds depth and versatility to Minnesota’s secondary.
23. Green Bay Packers – Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Stop me if you’ve heard this already…a player from Clemson has been selected in the first round. Avieon Terrell is an athletic corner who can match up with bigger receivers on the outside. His ball skills fit perfectly with a Green Bay defense that thrives on creating turnovers.
24. Los Angeles Rams – John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma
John Mateer has shown some poise and accuracy, but plays a little too wildly. He’s got good mobility, can threaten defenses downfield, and could thrive being developed by Sean McVay and the Rams.
25. San Francisco 49ers – Deontae Lawson, LB, Alabama
Deontae Lawson is a fast, instinctive linebacker who plays with toughness. Lawson adds versatility to San Francisco’s defense and another steady presence in the middle of the field.
26. Cincinnati Bengals – Aaron Graves, DL, Iowa
This selection comes with a lot of projectability, and Aaron Graves would have to put together a strong 2025 campaign to be a first-round pick.
Graves has racked up 12 sacks over the last two seasons and brings an attacking mentality that would boost the Bengals’ defensive line.
27. Washington Commanders – LT Overton, Edge, Alabama
LT Overton has the traits and the physical ability to be a first-round pick, especially if he continues to build on his pass-rushing attacks. Washington’s pass rushers are a bit long in the tooth, which is why the Commanders go with a pass rusher in Round 1.
28. Detroit Lions – Gennings Dunker, OT, Iowa
Gennings Dunker has been a quiet producer for the Hawkeyes, and another strong season will put him into the first-round conversation. Just Google what Dunker looks like, and you will NOT question why he’s a fit with Detroit.
29. Kansas City Chiefs – Dillon Thieneman, DB, Oregon
The Chiefs select Dillon Thieneman, who is a versatile defensive back with advanced instincts and solid coverage skills. Adding a player like Thieneman will give the Chiefs’ already good defense another weapon in the secondary.
30. Buffalo Bills – Eric Singleton Jr., WR, Auburn
Rumor has it that Eric Singleton Jr. has 4.3 speed, and adding that kind of weapon for Josh Allen seems like good practice for the Bills. Singleton would provide the blazing speed attack that pairs well with Buffalo’s current roster.
31. Baltimore Ravens – Tyreak Sapp, Edge, Florida
Baltimore has built a very well-rounded roster, so it is not easy to see a clear choice with their first-round pick. So they go with the best player available. On my board, that would be Tyreak Sapp. Sapp is a violent pass rusher who can play with his hand in the dirt. Just another scary defensive player donning a Ravens uniform.
32. Philadelphia Eagles – Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Philly has brought in several big-bodied receivers, and no one has stuck. Howie Roseman and company decide to stop playing around and take Denzel Boston. The Washington Husky has the frame, athleticism, hands, and ability to make plays after catch that the Eagles will love to add to their already amazing offense.
My 2026 NFL Mock Draft 2.0 offers a glimpse into the potential future of the league, where bold selections could spark new eras for these franchises. Each pick reflects my Stage 1 Scouting process as well as projected team needs. While the draft board will inevitably shift as prospects rise and fall, this projection captures the excitement of what’s to come.
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