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I think we all would have liked to have had Mason Graham at the time. I dont watch Cleveland at all so dont really know he did except what the numbers say on pro-reference.
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I think we all would have liked to have had Mason Graham at the time. I dont watch Cleveland at all so dont really know he did except what the numbers say on pro-reference.
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Yeah I'm not sure how Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant did for example. I don't watch much Browns or Dolphins football.
The biggest problem with Mazi and Taco was their attitude and work ethic. I don't think either guy really loved football or loves football. I don't think that's some sort of a systemic Michigan problem. But just do better at scouting these guys and finding out who they really are. I don't need boy scouts (See Pickens) but I do need guys who love football and have that work ethic to dominate at their position.
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2/10/26 Brugler Top 50
1. Arvell Reese
2. Fernando Mendoza
3. Jeremiyah Love
4. Caleb Downs
5. Sonny Styles
A 6-foot-4, 240-pound linebacker with 4.5-second 40-yard-dash speed who just turned 21? Styles, who initially enrolled at Ohio State as a safety, checks all the boxes with his size and athletic traits. He blossomed on the field in 2025.
He isn’t a proven playmaker in coverage (yet), which is the only reason he isn’t ranked higher. But he is the rare off-ball linebacker worth a top-10 pick.
6. David Bailey
7. Mansoor Delane
Though he doesn’t have elite length or athletic upside, Delane is fluid to open and has enough speed to stay in phase against either vertical or in-breaking routes. He is instinctive in coverage and understands down and distance, which allows him to settle and close without any wasted or panicked movements — he allowed zero touchdowns and committed zero penalties in 2025.
Delane is easy to project as a starter, regardless of scheme or alignment.
8. Spencer Fano
9. Reuben Bain Jr.
10. Carnell Tate
11. Francis Mauigoa
12. Jordyn Tyson
13. Vega Ioane
14. Makai Lemon
15. Keldric Faulk
16. Jermod McCoy
17. Kadyn Proctor
18. Avieon Terrell
19. Akheem Mesidor
20. Kenyon Sadiq
21. Monroe Freeling
22. KC Concepcion
23. Dillon Thieneman
24. Caleb Banks
25. Denzel Boston
26. Kayden McDonald
27. Omar Cooper Jr.
28. Colton Hood
29. Cashius Howell
30. Caleb Lomu
31. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren
32. CJ Allen
33. Peter Woods
34. Ty Simpson
35. R Mason Thomas
36. TJ Parker
37. Christen Miller
38. Chris Johnson
39. Zion Young
40. D'Angelo Ponds
41. Brandon Cisse
42. Blake Miller
43. Chase Bisontis
44. Max Iheanachor
45. Germie Bernard
46. Chris Brazzell II
47. Jake Golday
48. Eli Stowers
49. Malachi Fields
50. Davison Igbinosun
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-I think Styles and Delane are the two most likely picks at 12, but if Reese, Bailey, Bain, Downs and those two all gone and Love is there, I think you have to very strongly consider him just on pure BPA value. I'm rooting for Love to go before we pick but I'm just thinking through worst case scenarios.
-I still love the idea of trading down from 20. I think there's lots of depth both at CB (Terrell, Cisse, Hood, Johnson, Ponds) and edge rusher (Howell, Mesidor, Moore, Parker, Young, Height, Thomas) in the 20-50 range, and while obviously we'd get our pick of the litter at 20, I'd probably rather roll the dice on moving down to about 30ish and adding a 2 and change.
-Given what I expect Parker's scheme to be I think a sneaky option in that 20-30ish range might be a safety like Thieneman or McNeil-Warren. If I'm right about what Parker is going to run coverage wise the slot CB position isn't what many of us think of as a traditional slot CB, it's more of a safety/CB/LB hybrid like DeJean, which I think gives you the option of using a guy like Thieneman in that role as opposed to a traditional slot CB.
-Styles is starting to get a lot of love as a consensus top 7ish prospect from these media scout types (Jeremiah and now Brugler) who get intel from actual scouts/personnel guys. I don't think there's a huge chance of him going before 12 but if he does that's where you might see a scenario where Love is still on the board.
1. Arvell Reese
2. Fernando Mendoza
3. Jeremiyah Love
4. Caleb Downs
5. Sonny Styles
A 6-foot-4, 240-pound linebacker with 4.5-second 40-yard-dash speed who just turned 21? Styles, who initially enrolled at Ohio State as a safety, checks all the boxes with his size and athletic traits. He blossomed on the field in 2025.
He isn’t a proven playmaker in coverage (yet), which is the only reason he isn’t ranked higher. But he is the rare off-ball linebacker worth a top-10 pick.
6. David Bailey
7. Mansoor Delane
Though he doesn’t have elite length or athletic upside, Delane is fluid to open and has enough speed to stay in phase against either vertical or in-breaking routes. He is instinctive in coverage and understands down and distance, which allows him to settle and close without any wasted or panicked movements — he allowed zero touchdowns and committed zero penalties in 2025.
Delane is easy to project as a starter, regardless of scheme or alignment.
8. Spencer Fano
9. Reuben Bain Jr.
10. Carnell Tate
11. Francis Mauigoa
12. Jordyn Tyson
13. Vega Ioane
14. Makai Lemon
15. Keldric Faulk
16. Jermod McCoy
17. Kadyn Proctor
18. Avieon Terrell
19. Akheem Mesidor
20. Kenyon Sadiq
21. Monroe Freeling
22. KC Concepcion
23. Dillon Thieneman
24. Caleb Banks
25. Denzel Boston
26. Kayden McDonald
27. Omar Cooper Jr.
28. Colton Hood
29. Cashius Howell
30. Caleb Lomu
31. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren
32. CJ Allen
33. Peter Woods
34. Ty Simpson
35. R Mason Thomas
36. TJ Parker
37. Christen Miller
38. Chris Johnson
39. Zion Young
40. D'Angelo Ponds
41. Brandon Cisse
42. Blake Miller
43. Chase Bisontis
44. Max Iheanachor
45. Germie Bernard
46. Chris Brazzell II
47. Jake Golday
48. Eli Stowers
49. Malachi Fields
50. Davison Igbinosun
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Random Thoughts:
-I think Styles and Delane are the two most likely picks at 12, but if Reese, Bailey, Bain, Downs and those two all gone and Love is there, I think you have to very strongly consider him just on pure BPA value. I'm rooting for Love to go before we pick but I'm just thinking through worst case scenarios.
-I still love the idea of trading down from 20. I think there's lots of depth both at CB (Terrell, Cisse, Hood, Johnson, Ponds) and edge rusher (Howell, Mesidor, Moore, Parker, Young, Height, Thomas) in the 20-50 range, and while obviously we'd get our pick of the litter at 20, I'd probably rather roll the dice on moving down to about 30ish and adding a 2 and change.
-Given what I expect Parker's scheme to be I think a sneaky option in that 20-30ish range might be a safety like Thieneman or McNeil-Warren. If I'm right about what Parker is going to run coverage wise the slot CB position isn't what many of us think of as a traditional slot CB, it's more of a safety/CB/LB hybrid like DeJean, which I think gives you the option of using a guy like Thieneman in that role as opposed to a traditional slot CB.
-Styles is starting to get a lot of love as a consensus top 7ish prospect from these media scout types (Jeremiah and now Brugler) who get intel from actual scouts/personnel guys. I don't think there's a huge chance of him going before 12 but if he does that's where you might see a scenario where Love is still on the board.
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I've read some people say McNeil-Warren looks really good the more you watch him. Halfway interesting he went to the same school as Quinyon Mitchell.
I haven't looked at any of these guys myself, but it's kind of strange to me that the pundits almost act as if he and the white guy from Oregon are big at only 205 lbs in this day and age. How is Woody not in the Hall again?
I haven't looked at any of these guys myself, but it's kind of strange to me that the pundits almost act as if he and the white guy from Oregon are big at only 205 lbs in this day and age. How is Woody not in the Hall again?
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I've watched him some and don't love him, I like Thieneman better, although I'd be fine with him after moving down 10 spots or so.
I also explicitly trust whatever Parker wants to do in the secondary until proven otherwise, so if we did take him at 20 I'd be cautiously optimistic.
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Our secondary coach has experience with the white DBs...
But I agree, I trust our defensive coordinator to get the secondary fixed, so I'll trust him if we draft a DB.
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I will begrudgingly choose the souped up Jeff Heath over the confused youngster who cannot just take one goddamn name.
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So he definitely gets #38, right?
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Or Matt Johnson’s #37.
Or Lynn Scott’s 38, which was first. I will forget the two seasons he had #21.
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I thought that read great safeties at first. I thought I was gonna have to sideline you for a couple of days to ponder the error in your ways.
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I understand your current dilemma, but that number will not be filled by that particular player this upcoming fall.
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2026 NFL draft Big Board rankings: Mel Kiper's top prospects
As we gear up for the combine and NFL offseason, I'm updating my top-25 Big Board ranking for the 2026 NFL draft class.
Of course, the class will still change between now and April 23 when Round 1 begins in Pittsburgh. Players will rise and fall. This is how I see the top of the class right now, but I will keep this list updated throughout predraft events. I have scouting reports for the top 25 overall, and I have stacked the best of the best at every position at the bottom.
A key note to please remember: This is not a mock draft or a prediction of where players will be drafted. These are my personal rankings focusing on talent -- the best players based on what I'm seeing and my own evaluations. Let's get started. (Underclassmen are marked with an asterisk.)
1. Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 225 | Prev. rank: 1
2025 stats over 16 games: 72.0% completion rate, 3,535 passing yards, 41 TD passes, 6 INTs, 7 rushing TDs
Mendoza transferred to Indiana after playing two seasons at Cal, and his game took off. The key? He cut down on sacks, with 25 last season after taking 41 in 2024. Mendoza got the ball out quicker. And while he doesn't have a huge arm, he can make all the necessary NFL-level throws. His ball placement is fantastic. I wouldn't consider him a dual threat, but Mendoza also has enough mobility to pick up first downs as a scrambler.
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2. Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 214 | Prev. rank: 2
2025 stats over 12 games: 199 carries, 1,372 rushing yards, 18 rushing TDs, 27 catches, 280 receiving yards, 3 receiving TDs
Love reminds me a lot of Reggie Bush. The 20-year-old has vision and burst between the tackles and to the outside, and he can break tackles with ease (60 forced missed tackles on the 2025 season). Once he gets into space, he can take it to the house with his breakaway speed too. But Love isn't only an outstanding runner. He also is a high-impact pass catcher. An NFL team will be able to flank him out wide and create a whole other dimension of the offense.
3. Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 243 | Prev. rank: 4
2025 stats over 14 games: 69 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, 9 run stops, 2 pass breakups
This is a complete football player. Reese jumps off the Ohio State tape, playing the game like a veteran. I see natural instincts at the linebacker position that allow him to make plays most guys just can't make, and he has the burst to get home when turned loose as a pass rusher. Reese has been a big riser in this class.
4. David Bailey, OLB, Texas Tech
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 250 | Prev. rank: 5
2025 stats over 14 games: 76 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, 14.5 sacks, 71 pressures, 8 run stops, 3 forced fumbles, 4 pass breakups
A transfer from Stanford, Bailey gets after the quarterback. He had 14.5 sacks over three seasons for the Cardinal, and he matched that total in 2025 alone after notably becoming more of a finisher. His 20.2% pressure rate was the best in the nation in 2025 -- despite actually being lower than it was in 2024 (22.2%) and 2023 (22.1%).
5. Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 195 | Prev. rank: 3
2025 stats over 11 games: 51 catches, 875 receiving yards, 9 receiving TDs
Ohio State has turned into Wide Receiver U, with Emeka Egbuka being the most recent star wideout to come out of Columbus. And while most of the college football world focused on Jeremiah Smith (who isn't eligible for the 2026 draft), Tate put up some serious numbers and showed why he is a top prospect for this class. Tate produced big plays on a regular basis, averaging 17.2 yards per catch last season. He is a precise route runner, has great hands and displays outstanding body control. And he'll also happily block for ball carriers, which NFL coaches love to see.
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Carnell Tate rises over 2 Wisconsin defenders for an Ohio State TD
Julian Sayin lets it fly to Carnell Tate for a fantastic Ohio State touchdown vs. Wisconsin.
6. Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 205 | Prev. rank: 6
2025 stats over 14 games: 67 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 2 INTs, 1 sack, 6 run stops
Downs -- the brother of NFL wide receiver Josh Downs and the son of former NFL running back Gary Downs -- is basically an extension of the defensive coordinator. His football knowledge shows in his play; it's obvious when you watched him in the Ohio State defense. But what really impressed me is how well he picked up Nick Saban's system as a 2023 freshman at Alabama before transferring.
He diagnoses quickly thanks to excellent pre-snap instincts, and that allows him to play faster than his straight-line speed might suggest. Plus, Downs is solid in coverage, and he is a very reliable open-field tackler.
7. Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 243 | Prev. rank: 9
2025 stats over 14 games: 77 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 9 run stops, 3 pass breakups, 1 INT, 1 forced fumble, 1 sack
You can tell Styles is a former safety; he has outstanding speed, and his burst allows him to spy the QB. Watch for him to dominate at the combine and in predraft testing. Styles is also a dependable tackler and closes in a flash. He really took the next step last season, even as he adapted to a new system under defensive coordinator Matt Patricia.
8. Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 200 | Prev. rank: 10
2025 stats over nine games: 61 catches, 711 receiving yards, 8 receiving TDs
The Colorado transfer lit up defenses for two seasons with the Sun Devils. Tyson's superpower is being open even when it looks like he's completely blanketed. It makes him essentially uncoverable in the red zone. He wins on 50-50 balls and outmuscles defensive backs. A hamstring injury cost him time last season, but he still posted solid numbers.
9. Rueben Bain Jr., DE, Miami*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 275 | Prev. rank: 7
2025 stats over 16 games: 70 tackles, 18.5 tackles for loss, 9.5 sacks, 71 pressures, 9 run stops, 1 forced fumble, 1 INT
Bain is powerful and has really strong hands. He routinely gets the best of some very good offensive tackles, often with his dominant rip move, and he knows every trick in the book in getting home to the QB. Bain also shows speed and bend off the edge, and he takes good angles. Plus, he can hold the edge against the run and get off blocks to chase down ball carriers. His tape is just filled with disruption.
But even with all those A-level traits, it's actually Bain's hustle that really stands out to me. He never takes a play off and fires at the ball on every play. His arms are shorter than most scouts prefer, but there's so much to like with his game. Opponents have to account for him in their game plans, and he can keep them guessing even then with his inside-outside flexibility.
10. Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 315 | Prev. rank: 8
2025 stats over 16 games: 16 starts, 2 sacks allowed
Here's a true mauler. Mauigoa is fun to watch for the way he just destroys pass rushers at the point of attack. He had more than 2,700 snaps at right tackle and has the pass protection skill to stick there, but he could absolutely slide inside and become a Pro Bowl-caliber guard at the next level. Mauigoa allowed two sacks and blew only 13 run blocks since the start of the 2024 season.
11. Makai Lemon, WR, USC*
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 195 | Prev. rank: 11
2025 stats over 12 games: 79 catches, 1,156 receiving yards, 11 receiving TDs
This kid is a warrior who plays with passion. I'd want Lemon on my roster. He snatches the ball away from his body in an attacking manner then runs with a fierce approach after the catch. He is one of my favorite players in the class, and he ranked third in the nation in receiving yards per game in 2025.
12. Spencer Fano, OT, Utah*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 302 | Prev. rank: 12
2025 stats over 12 games: 12 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Fano started 12 games at left tackle in 2023 before moving to the right side in 2024, and he started 24 games there over two seasons. Working opposite another highly regarded bookend in Caleb Lomu, Fano did a great job of keeping his big frame between the pass rusher and his QB. He is technically sound and shows good punch to compensate for his lack of ideal arm length.
13. Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 193 | Prev. rank: 16
McCoy didn't play in 2025 after suffering a torn ACL in January, but he still has the chance to be the first cornerback off the board in April. He began his college career at Oregon State, picking off two passes there in 2023. McCoy's ball-hawking traits really emerged once transferring to Tennessee, as he picked off four passes and broke up nine in 2024. His on-the-ball production will get Day 1 interest.
14. Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 245 | Prev. rank: 14
2025 stats over 14 games: 51 catches, 560 receiving yards, 8 receiving TDs
Sadiq is loaded with physical traits. He has the explosion to hurdle defenders in the open field. He has the vision and speed to cause conflict after the catch, with almost half his 2025 yardage coming after the ball was in his hands (260 yards). And he's nearly impossible to match against because of his quickness and size. Sadiq was consistent last season, and he should be the first tight end off the board.
15. Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 330 | Prev. rank: 17
2025 stats over 11 games: 11 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Ioane drives defensive tackles off the ball and sustains his blocks well. He can get to the second level and torque defenders out of the way. And he's incredibly agile at left guard for his size. Ioane had 32 career starts and gave up only two sacks over that time -- both in 2023.
16. Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 190 | Prev. rank: 20
2025 stats over 11 games: 35 tackles, 11 pass breakups, 2 INTs
I am very impressed with the instincts and savviness Delane shows in coverage. He is a true technician and demonstrated excellent ball skills, with 27 pass breakups and eight interceptions over his four-year career. He excels in both man and zone coverage, and his 3.3 yards allowed per attempt on throws in his direction was fourth in the nation in 2025.
17. Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 326 | Prev. rank: 18
2025 stats over 14 games: 67 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 17 run stops, 2 forced fumbles
The Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year had a huge breakout season. Consider that he had zero starts, zero sacks and just 24 tackles over the previous two seasons. McDonald crushed all those numbers over 14 starts in 2025. He's a force on the interior, with incredible strength and quickness for a player at his size. And McDonald is active and sniffs out the football to make plays.
18. Denzel Boston, WR, Washington*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 209 | Prev. rank: 24
2025 stats over 12 games: 62 catches, 881 receiving yards, 11 receiving TDs
Boston has developed into a nuanced route runner who uses his size and physicality to shield defenders from the football. His length and catch radius make life miserable for opposing cornerbacks. And the way Boston quickly finds openings in coverage jumps out on tape, helping him to 14.2 yards per catch on the 2025 season. He has Velcro-esque hands, allowing him to go high or low to haul in difficult receptions.
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Demond Williams Jr. fires to Denzel Boston for a 3-yard Huskies TD.
19. Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia*
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 315 | Prev. rank: NR
2025 stats over 14 games: 13 starts, 2 sacks allowed
Freeling is still developing -- he has started 18 games, and only five of those came before last season. But his year-over-year improvement stood out, especially in pass protection. He's quick out of his stance, shows good hand placement and is alert when dealing with stunts. Freeling does a nice job taking away the inside move of edge rushers, too. He needs to work on his run blocking, though.
20. Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 285 | Prev. rank: 15
2025 stats over 12 games: 44 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 29 pressures, 11 run stops
If you could draw up the perfect NFL 4-3 defensive end, it would be Faulk. He's what I call an "LTPer" -- someone who looks the part. He can win with outside and inside moves, and he moves blockers with his super powerful hands. I see good overall instincts on tape too. Faulk makes his presence felt against the run and the pass, and he is scheme versatile.
21. Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah*
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 304 | Prev. rank: 21
2025 stats over 12 games: 12 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Lomu has tremendous upside; he is consistent in pass protection and really excellent as a run blocker. It's his agility and quickness that stand out most, and I think he's going to excel in predraft testing and combine events. Lomu does a good job keeping his feet, and he adjusts well to secondary moves from pass rushers. He deals with speed rushers well thanks to his athletic traits; he allowed just three sacks over 1,500-plus snaps at left tackle over his career. As a run blocker, Lomu gets to the second level and helps pave the way for RBs.
My biggest question about his game: How strong is he? Lomu needs to add weight to his frame, but he's very talented and has a promising NFL future.
22. Zion Young, DE, Missouri
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 262 | Prev. rank: NR
2025 stats over 13 games: 58 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, 46 pressures, 16 run stops, 2 forced fumbles
The Michigan State transfer had two great seasons at Missouri, making an impact both as a pass rusher and run defender. Young consistently seals off the edge. He's powerful and plays with sustained intensity, with one of the best motors among the edge rushers in the class. I see strong hands and impressive lateral quickness on the tape, too. Young crashes down the line.
23. CJ Allen, LB, Georgia*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 235 | Prev. rank: 22
2025 stats over 13 games: 97 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 9 run stops, 3 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles, 3.5 sacks
Allen is a three-down linebacker at the next level because his read-and-react skills are excellent and he can make plays in all three aspects of the defense. He has the physicality to take on blocks in the run game and the speed to chase down ball carriers once he disengages. He has the burst to blitz and get to the QB, too. And he can drop and defend in coverage, with nine pass breakups and an interception over the past two campaigns.
24. Akheem Mesidor, DE, Miami
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 280 | Prev. rank: 13
2025 stats over 15 games: 74 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, 58 pressures, 11 run stops, 4 forced fumbles
Mesidor started at West Virginia in 2020 and 2021, racking up 9.5 sacks. He transferred to Miami before the 2022 season and had seven sacks in that first season. An injury limited him to three games in 2023, but he came back with 5.5 more sacks in 2024 and looked fantastic in 2025. The Canadian makes his presence felt against both the run and the pass, and he shows good bend, closing burst and power. When his initial move is thwarted, Mesidor never stops battling. He also brings some versatility, with the ability to shade inside to DT and get pressure on the interior.
25. Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 208 | Prev. rank: 25
2025 stats over 15 games: 64.5% completion rate, 3,567 passing yards, 28 TD passes, 5 INTs, 2 rushing TDs
His lack of experience might be a concern, as Simpson didn't start a game until last season, but the production is hard to ignore. Simpson knows the game and competes on every down. He's a battler who is always trying to make a play -- sometimes to his detriment. And Simpson maneuvers well in the pocket and can beat defenses with his legs when the passing play isn't there.
Kiper's position rankings
Quarterbacks
1. Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
2. Ty Simpson, Alabama
3. Drew Allar, Penn State
4. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
5. Carson Beck, Miami (Fla.)
6. Cole Payton, North Dakota State
7. Cade Klubnik, Clemson
8. Taylen Green, Arkansas
9. Luke Altmyer, Illinois
10. Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
Just missed: Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt; Joe Fagnano, UConn; Jacob Clark, Missouri State
Running backs
1. Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
2. Jadarian Price, Notre Dame
3. Emmett Johnson, Nebraska
4. Jonah Coleman, Washington
5. Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest
6. Kaytron Allen, Penn State
7. Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
8. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
9. Kaelon Black, Indiana
10. Le'Veon Moss, Texas A&M
Just missed: Seth McGowan, Kentucky; J'Mari Taylor, Virginia; Jaydn Ott, Oklahoma; Noah Whittington, Oregon
Wide receivers
1. Carnell Tate, Ohio State
2. Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
3. Makai Lemon, USC
4. Denzel Boston, Washington
5. Malachi Fields, Notre Dame
6. Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
7. Zachariah Branch, Georgia
8. KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
9. Germie Bernard, Alabama
10. Chris Bell, Louisville
Just missed: Josh Cameron, Baylor; Antonio Williams, Clemson; Ted Hurst, Georgia Southern; Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State; Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech; Deion Burks, Oklahoma; Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana; Tyren Montgomery, John Carroll; Bryce Lance, North Dakota State; Ja'Kobi Lane, USC; Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech; Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri; Barion Brown, LSU; Elijah Sarratt, Indiana
Tight ends
1. Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon
2. Joe Royer, Cincinnati
3. Dallen Bentley, Utah
4. Eli Raridon, Notre Dame
5. Marlin Klein, Michigan
6. Max Klare, Ohio State
7. Jack Endries, Texas
8. Lake McRee, USC
9. Nate Boerkircher, Texas A&M
10. Will Kacmarek, Ohio State
Just missed: DJ Rogers, TCU; Sam Roush, Stanford; Chamon Metayer, Arizona State; Peter Clarke, Temple
Fullbacks/H-backs
1. Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
2. Justin Joly, NC State
3. Tanner Koziol, Houston
4. Michael Trigg, Baylor
5. Oscar Delp, Georgia
6. John Michael Gyllenborg, Wyoming
7. Josh Cuevas, Alabama
8. Dae'Quan Wright, Ole Miss
9. Dan Villari, Syracuse
10. Bauer Sharp, LSU
Just missed: Riley Nowakowski, Indiana; Max Bredeson, Michigan
Offensive tackles
1. Francis Mauigoa, Miami (Fla.)
2. Spencer Fano, Utah
3. Monroe Freeling, Georgia
4. Caleb Lomu, Utah
5. Max Iheanachor, Arizona State
6. Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
7. Gennings Dunker, Iowa
8. Blake Miller, Clemson
9. Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
10. Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M
Just missed: Isaiah World, Oregon; Kage Casey, Boise State; Austin Barber, Florida
Guards
1. Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State
2. Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
3. Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech
4. Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M
5. DJ Campbell, Texas
6. Billy Schrauth, Notre Dame
7. Alex Harkey, Oregon
8. Beau Stephens, Iowa
9. Ar'maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M
10. Garrett DiGiorgio, UCLA
Just missed: Jalen Farmer, Kentucky; Jaeden Roberts, Alabama
Centers
1. Connor Lew, Auburn
2. Matt Gulbin, Michigan State
3. Jake Slaughter, Florida
4. Logan Jones, Iowa
5. Brian Parker II, Duke
6. Sam Hecht, Kansas State
7. Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M
8. Parker Brailsford, Alabama
9. James Brockermeyer, Miami (Fla.)
10. Pat Coogan, Indiana
Just missed: Delby Lemieux, Dartmouth
Defensive ends
1. Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (Fla.)
2. Keldric Faulk, Auburn
3. Zion Young, Missouri
4. Akheem Mesidor, Miami (Fla.)
5. Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
6. Caden Curry, Ohio State
7. LT Overton, Alabama
8. Jack Pyburn, LSU
9. Max Llewellyn, Iowa
10. Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke
Just missed: Ethan Burke, Texas; Logan Fano, Utah
Defensive tackles
1. Kayden McDonald, Ohio State
2. Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
3. Peter Woods, Clemson
4. Caleb Banks, Florida
5. Christen Miller, Georgia
6. Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State
7. Domonique Orange, Iowa State
8. Rayshaun Benny, Michigan
9. Gracen Halton, Oklahoma
10. Kaleb Proctor, SE Louisiana
Just missed: Tim Keenan III, Alabama; Deven Eastern, Minnesota; Zxavian Harris, Ole Miss; Zane Durant, Penn State; Chris McClellan, Missouri; Cameron Ball, Arkansas; Nick Barrett, South Carolina
Off-ball linebackers
1. Arvell Reese, Ohio State
2. Sonny Styles, Ohio State
3. CJ Allen, Georgia
4. Anthony Hill Jr., Texas
5. Jake Golday, Cincinnati
6. Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech
7. Josiah Trotter, Missouri
8. Bryce Boettcher, Oregon
9. Taurean York, Texas A&M
10. Justin Jefferson, Alabama
Just missed: Shad Banks Jr., UTSA; Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State; Deontae Lawson, Alabama; Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma; Karson Sharar, Iowa; Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma; Jack Kelly, BYU
Outside linebackers
1. David Bailey, Texas Tech
2. Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
3. T.J. Parker, Clemson
4. R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
5. Derrick Moore, Michigan
6. Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
7. Gabe Jacas, Illinois
8. Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
9. Romello Height, Texas Tech
10. Malachi Lawrence, UCF
Just missed: Keyron Crawford, Auburn; Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan; Cian Slone, NC State; Harold Perkins Jr., LSU; Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College; George Gumbs Jr., Florida
Cornerbacks
1. Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
2. Mansoor Delane, LSU
3. Avieon Terrell, Clemson
4. Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
5. Colton Hood, Tennessee
6. D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana
7. Chris Johnson, San Diego State
8. Julian Neal, Arkansas
9. Chandler Rivers, Duke
10. Keionte Scott, Miami (Fla.)
Just missed: Devin Moore, Florida; Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State; Keith Abney II, Arizona State; Malik Muhammad, Texas; Jadon Canady, Oregon; Treydan Stukes, Arizona; Avery Smith, Toledo; Daylen Everette, Georgia; Thaddeus Dixon, North Carolina; Skyler Thomas, Oregon State; Hezekiah Masses, California; Charles Demmings, Stephen F. Austin
Safeties
1. Caleb Downs, Ohio State
2. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo
3. Kyle Louis, Pitt
4. Dillon Thieneman, Oregon
5. Bud Clark, TCU
6. Kamari Ramsey, USC
7. Zakee Wheatley, Penn State
8. Genesis Smith, Arizona
9. A.J. Haulcy, LSU
10. VJ Payne, Kansas State
Just missed: Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina; DeShon Singleton, Nebraska; Jakobe Thomas, Miami (Fla.); Michael Taaffe, Texas
Kickers and punters
1. Brett Thorson, Georgia (P)
2. Ryan Eckley, Michigan State (P)
3. Dominic Zvada, Michigan (PK)
4. Trey Smack, Florida (PK)
5. Will Ferrin, BYU (PK)
6. Cole Maynard, Western Kentucky (P)
7. Drew Stevens, Iowa (PK)
8. Jack Stonehouse, Syracuse (P)
9. Kansei Matsuzawa, Hawaii (PK)
10. Tommy Doman, Florida (P)
Long snappers
1. Luke Basso, Oregon
2. Tyler Duzansky, Penn State
3. Beau Gardner, Georgia
4. Garrison Grimes, BYU
5. Rocco Underwood, Florida
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Mel Kiper Jr.Feb 10, 2026, 04:10 PM ET
As we gear up for the combine and NFL offseason, I'm updating my top-25 Big Board ranking for the 2026 NFL draft class.
Of course, the class will still change between now and April 23 when Round 1 begins in Pittsburgh. Players will rise and fall. This is how I see the top of the class right now, but I will keep this list updated throughout predraft events. I have scouting reports for the top 25 overall, and I have stacked the best of the best at every position at the bottom.
A key note to please remember: This is not a mock draft or a prediction of where players will be drafted. These are my personal rankings focusing on talent -- the best players based on what I'm seeing and my own evaluations. Let's get started. (Underclassmen are marked with an asterisk.)
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 225 | Prev. rank: 1
2025 stats over 16 games: 72.0% completion rate, 3,535 passing yards, 41 TD passes, 6 INTs, 7 rushing TDs
Mendoza transferred to Indiana after playing two seasons at Cal, and his game took off. The key? He cut down on sacks, with 25 last season after taking 41 in 2024. Mendoza got the ball out quicker. And while he doesn't have a huge arm, he can make all the necessary NFL-level throws. His ball placement is fantastic. I wouldn't consider him a dual threat, but Mendoza also has enough mobility to pick up first downs as a scrambler.
Editor's Picks
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 214 | Prev. rank: 2
2025 stats over 12 games: 199 carries, 1,372 rushing yards, 18 rushing TDs, 27 catches, 280 receiving yards, 3 receiving TDs
Love reminds me a lot of Reggie Bush. The 20-year-old has vision and burst between the tackles and to the outside, and he can break tackles with ease (60 forced missed tackles on the 2025 season). Once he gets into space, he can take it to the house with his breakaway speed too. But Love isn't only an outstanding runner. He also is a high-impact pass catcher. An NFL team will be able to flank him out wide and create a whole other dimension of the offense.
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 243 | Prev. rank: 4
2025 stats over 14 games: 69 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, 9 run stops, 2 pass breakups
This is a complete football player. Reese jumps off the Ohio State tape, playing the game like a veteran. I see natural instincts at the linebacker position that allow him to make plays most guys just can't make, and he has the burst to get home when turned loose as a pass rusher. Reese has been a big riser in this class.
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 250 | Prev. rank: 5
2025 stats over 14 games: 76 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, 14.5 sacks, 71 pressures, 8 run stops, 3 forced fumbles, 4 pass breakups
A transfer from Stanford, Bailey gets after the quarterback. He had 14.5 sacks over three seasons for the Cardinal, and he matched that total in 2025 alone after notably becoming more of a finisher. His 20.2% pressure rate was the best in the nation in 2025 -- despite actually being lower than it was in 2024 (22.2%) and 2023 (22.1%).
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 195 | Prev. rank: 3
2025 stats over 11 games: 51 catches, 875 receiving yards, 9 receiving TDs
Ohio State has turned into Wide Receiver U, with Emeka Egbuka being the most recent star wideout to come out of Columbus. And while most of the college football world focused on Jeremiah Smith (who isn't eligible for the 2026 draft), Tate put up some serious numbers and showed why he is a top prospect for this class. Tate produced big plays on a regular basis, averaging 17.2 yards per catch last season. He is a precise route runner, has great hands and displays outstanding body control. And he'll also happily block for ball carriers, which NFL coaches love to see.
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Carnell Tate rises over 2 Wisconsin defenders for an Ohio State TD
Julian Sayin lets it fly to Carnell Tate for a fantastic Ohio State touchdown vs. Wisconsin.
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 205 | Prev. rank: 6
2025 stats over 14 games: 67 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 2 INTs, 1 sack, 6 run stops
Downs -- the brother of NFL wide receiver Josh Downs and the son of former NFL running back Gary Downs -- is basically an extension of the defensive coordinator. His football knowledge shows in his play; it's obvious when you watched him in the Ohio State defense. But what really impressed me is how well he picked up Nick Saban's system as a 2023 freshman at Alabama before transferring.
He diagnoses quickly thanks to excellent pre-snap instincts, and that allows him to play faster than his straight-line speed might suggest. Plus, Downs is solid in coverage, and he is a very reliable open-field tackler.
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 243 | Prev. rank: 9
2025 stats over 14 games: 77 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 9 run stops, 3 pass breakups, 1 INT, 1 forced fumble, 1 sack
You can tell Styles is a former safety; he has outstanding speed, and his burst allows him to spy the QB. Watch for him to dominate at the combine and in predraft testing. Styles is also a dependable tackler and closes in a flash. He really took the next step last season, even as he adapted to a new system under defensive coordinator Matt Patricia.
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 200 | Prev. rank: 10
2025 stats over nine games: 61 catches, 711 receiving yards, 8 receiving TDs
The Colorado transfer lit up defenses for two seasons with the Sun Devils. Tyson's superpower is being open even when it looks like he's completely blanketed. It makes him essentially uncoverable in the red zone. He wins on 50-50 balls and outmuscles defensive backs. A hamstring injury cost him time last season, but he still posted solid numbers.
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 275 | Prev. rank: 7
2025 stats over 16 games: 70 tackles, 18.5 tackles for loss, 9.5 sacks, 71 pressures, 9 run stops, 1 forced fumble, 1 INT
Bain is powerful and has really strong hands. He routinely gets the best of some very good offensive tackles, often with his dominant rip move, and he knows every trick in the book in getting home to the QB. Bain also shows speed and bend off the edge, and he takes good angles. Plus, he can hold the edge against the run and get off blocks to chase down ball carriers. His tape is just filled with disruption.
But even with all those A-level traits, it's actually Bain's hustle that really stands out to me. He never takes a play off and fires at the ball on every play. His arms are shorter than most scouts prefer, but there's so much to like with his game. Opponents have to account for him in their game plans, and he can keep them guessing even then with his inside-outside flexibility.
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 315 | Prev. rank: 8
2025 stats over 16 games: 16 starts, 2 sacks allowed
Here's a true mauler. Mauigoa is fun to watch for the way he just destroys pass rushers at the point of attack. He had more than 2,700 snaps at right tackle and has the pass protection skill to stick there, but he could absolutely slide inside and become a Pro Bowl-caliber guard at the next level. Mauigoa allowed two sacks and blew only 13 run blocks since the start of the 2024 season.
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 195 | Prev. rank: 11
2025 stats over 12 games: 79 catches, 1,156 receiving yards, 11 receiving TDs
This kid is a warrior who plays with passion. I'd want Lemon on my roster. He snatches the ball away from his body in an attacking manner then runs with a fierce approach after the catch. He is one of my favorite players in the class, and he ranked third in the nation in receiving yards per game in 2025.
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 302 | Prev. rank: 12
2025 stats over 12 games: 12 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Fano started 12 games at left tackle in 2023 before moving to the right side in 2024, and he started 24 games there over two seasons. Working opposite another highly regarded bookend in Caleb Lomu, Fano did a great job of keeping his big frame between the pass rusher and his QB. He is technically sound and shows good punch to compensate for his lack of ideal arm length.
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 193 | Prev. rank: 16
McCoy didn't play in 2025 after suffering a torn ACL in January, but he still has the chance to be the first cornerback off the board in April. He began his college career at Oregon State, picking off two passes there in 2023. McCoy's ball-hawking traits really emerged once transferring to Tennessee, as he picked off four passes and broke up nine in 2024. His on-the-ball production will get Day 1 interest.
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 245 | Prev. rank: 14
2025 stats over 14 games: 51 catches, 560 receiving yards, 8 receiving TDs
Sadiq is loaded with physical traits. He has the explosion to hurdle defenders in the open field. He has the vision and speed to cause conflict after the catch, with almost half his 2025 yardage coming after the ball was in his hands (260 yards). And he's nearly impossible to match against because of his quickness and size. Sadiq was consistent last season, and he should be the first tight end off the board.
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 330 | Prev. rank: 17
2025 stats over 11 games: 11 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Ioane drives defensive tackles off the ball and sustains his blocks well. He can get to the second level and torque defenders out of the way. And he's incredibly agile at left guard for his size. Ioane had 32 career starts and gave up only two sacks over that time -- both in 2023.
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 190 | Prev. rank: 20
2025 stats over 11 games: 35 tackles, 11 pass breakups, 2 INTs
I am very impressed with the instincts and savviness Delane shows in coverage. He is a true technician and demonstrated excellent ball skills, with 27 pass breakups and eight interceptions over his four-year career. He excels in both man and zone coverage, and his 3.3 yards allowed per attempt on throws in his direction was fourth in the nation in 2025.
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 326 | Prev. rank: 18
2025 stats over 14 games: 67 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 17 run stops, 2 forced fumbles
The Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year had a huge breakout season. Consider that he had zero starts, zero sacks and just 24 tackles over the previous two seasons. McDonald crushed all those numbers over 14 starts in 2025. He's a force on the interior, with incredible strength and quickness for a player at his size. And McDonald is active and sniffs out the football to make plays.
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 209 | Prev. rank: 24
2025 stats over 12 games: 62 catches, 881 receiving yards, 11 receiving TDs
Boston has developed into a nuanced route runner who uses his size and physicality to shield defenders from the football. His length and catch radius make life miserable for opposing cornerbacks. And the way Boston quickly finds openings in coverage jumps out on tape, helping him to 14.2 yards per catch on the 2025 season. He has Velcro-esque hands, allowing him to go high or low to haul in difficult receptions.
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Denzel Boston puts Washington on the board
Demond Williams Jr. fires to Denzel Boston for a 3-yard Huskies TD.
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 315 | Prev. rank: NR
2025 stats over 14 games: 13 starts, 2 sacks allowed
Freeling is still developing -- he has started 18 games, and only five of those came before last season. But his year-over-year improvement stood out, especially in pass protection. He's quick out of his stance, shows good hand placement and is alert when dealing with stunts. Freeling does a nice job taking away the inside move of edge rushers, too. He needs to work on his run blocking, though.
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 285 | Prev. rank: 15
2025 stats over 12 games: 44 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 29 pressures, 11 run stops
If you could draw up the perfect NFL 4-3 defensive end, it would be Faulk. He's what I call an "LTPer" -- someone who looks the part. He can win with outside and inside moves, and he moves blockers with his super powerful hands. I see good overall instincts on tape too. Faulk makes his presence felt against the run and the pass, and he is scheme versatile.
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 304 | Prev. rank: 21
2025 stats over 12 games: 12 starts, 0 sacks allowed
Lomu has tremendous upside; he is consistent in pass protection and really excellent as a run blocker. It's his agility and quickness that stand out most, and I think he's going to excel in predraft testing and combine events. Lomu does a good job keeping his feet, and he adjusts well to secondary moves from pass rushers. He deals with speed rushers well thanks to his athletic traits; he allowed just three sacks over 1,500-plus snaps at left tackle over his career. As a run blocker, Lomu gets to the second level and helps pave the way for RBs.
My biggest question about his game: How strong is he? Lomu needs to add weight to his frame, but he's very talented and has a promising NFL future.
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 262 | Prev. rank: NR
2025 stats over 13 games: 58 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, 46 pressures, 16 run stops, 2 forced fumbles
The Michigan State transfer had two great seasons at Missouri, making an impact both as a pass rusher and run defender. Young consistently seals off the edge. He's powerful and plays with sustained intensity, with one of the best motors among the edge rushers in the class. I see strong hands and impressive lateral quickness on the tape, too. Young crashes down the line.
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 235 | Prev. rank: 22
2025 stats over 13 games: 97 tackles, 7 tackles for loss, 9 run stops, 3 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles, 3.5 sacks
Allen is a three-down linebacker at the next level because his read-and-react skills are excellent and he can make plays in all three aspects of the defense. He has the physicality to take on blocks in the run game and the speed to chase down ball carriers once he disengages. He has the burst to blitz and get to the QB, too. And he can drop and defend in coverage, with nine pass breakups and an interception over the past two campaigns.
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 280 | Prev. rank: 13
2025 stats over 15 games: 74 tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, 58 pressures, 11 run stops, 4 forced fumbles
Mesidor started at West Virginia in 2020 and 2021, racking up 9.5 sacks. He transferred to Miami before the 2022 season and had seven sacks in that first season. An injury limited him to three games in 2023, but he came back with 5.5 more sacks in 2024 and looked fantastic in 2025. The Canadian makes his presence felt against both the run and the pass, and he shows good bend, closing burst and power. When his initial move is thwarted, Mesidor never stops battling. He also brings some versatility, with the ability to shade inside to DT and get pressure on the interior.
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 208 | Prev. rank: 25
2025 stats over 15 games: 64.5% completion rate, 3,567 passing yards, 28 TD passes, 5 INTs, 2 rushing TDs
His lack of experience might be a concern, as Simpson didn't start a game until last season, but the production is hard to ignore. Simpson knows the game and competes on every down. He's a battler who is always trying to make a play -- sometimes to his detriment. And Simpson maneuvers well in the pocket and can beat defenses with his legs when the passing play isn't there.
Kiper's position rankings
Quarterbacks
1. Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
2. Ty Simpson, Alabama
3. Drew Allar, Penn State
4. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
5. Carson Beck, Miami (Fla.)
6. Cole Payton, North Dakota State
7. Cade Klubnik, Clemson
8. Taylen Green, Arkansas
9. Luke Altmyer, Illinois
10. Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
Just missed: Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt; Joe Fagnano, UConn; Jacob Clark, Missouri State
Running backs
1. Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
2. Jadarian Price, Notre Dame
3. Emmett Johnson, Nebraska
4. Jonah Coleman, Washington
5. Demond Claiborne, Wake Forest
6. Kaytron Allen, Penn State
7. Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
8. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
9. Kaelon Black, Indiana
10. Le'Veon Moss, Texas A&M
Just missed: Seth McGowan, Kentucky; J'Mari Taylor, Virginia; Jaydn Ott, Oklahoma; Noah Whittington, Oregon
Wide receivers
1. Carnell Tate, Ohio State
2. Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
3. Makai Lemon, USC
4. Denzel Boston, Washington
5. Malachi Fields, Notre Dame
6. Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee
7. Zachariah Branch, Georgia
8. KC Concepcion, Texas A&M
9. Germie Bernard, Alabama
10. Chris Bell, Louisville
Just missed: Josh Cameron, Baylor; Antonio Williams, Clemson; Ted Hurst, Georgia Southern; Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State; Reggie Virgil, Texas Tech; Deion Burks, Oklahoma; Omar Cooper Jr., Indiana; Tyren Montgomery, John Carroll; Bryce Lance, North Dakota State; Ja'Kobi Lane, USC; Eric Rivers, Georgia Tech; Kevin Coleman Jr., Missouri; Barion Brown, LSU; Elijah Sarratt, Indiana
Tight ends
1. Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon
2. Joe Royer, Cincinnati
3. Dallen Bentley, Utah
4. Eli Raridon, Notre Dame
5. Marlin Klein, Michigan
6. Max Klare, Ohio State
7. Jack Endries, Texas
8. Lake McRee, USC
9. Nate Boerkircher, Texas A&M
10. Will Kacmarek, Ohio State
Just missed: DJ Rogers, TCU; Sam Roush, Stanford; Chamon Metayer, Arizona State; Peter Clarke, Temple
Fullbacks/H-backs
1. Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt
2. Justin Joly, NC State
3. Tanner Koziol, Houston
4. Michael Trigg, Baylor
5. Oscar Delp, Georgia
6. John Michael Gyllenborg, Wyoming
7. Josh Cuevas, Alabama
8. Dae'Quan Wright, Ole Miss
9. Dan Villari, Syracuse
10. Bauer Sharp, LSU
Just missed: Riley Nowakowski, Indiana; Max Bredeson, Michigan
Offensive tackles
1. Francis Mauigoa, Miami (Fla.)
2. Spencer Fano, Utah
3. Monroe Freeling, Georgia
4. Caleb Lomu, Utah
5. Max Iheanachor, Arizona State
6. Kadyn Proctor, Alabama
7. Gennings Dunker, Iowa
8. Blake Miller, Clemson
9. Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
10. Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M
Just missed: Isaiah World, Oregon; Kage Casey, Boise State; Austin Barber, Florida
Guards
1. Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State
2. Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon
3. Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech
4. Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M
5. DJ Campbell, Texas
6. Billy Schrauth, Notre Dame
7. Alex Harkey, Oregon
8. Beau Stephens, Iowa
9. Ar'maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M
10. Garrett DiGiorgio, UCLA
Just missed: Jalen Farmer, Kentucky; Jaeden Roberts, Alabama
Centers
1. Connor Lew, Auburn
2. Matt Gulbin, Michigan State
3. Jake Slaughter, Florida
4. Logan Jones, Iowa
5. Brian Parker II, Duke
6. Sam Hecht, Kansas State
7. Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M
8. Parker Brailsford, Alabama
9. James Brockermeyer, Miami (Fla.)
10. Pat Coogan, Indiana
Just missed: Delby Lemieux, Dartmouth
Defensive ends
1. Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (Fla.)
2. Keldric Faulk, Auburn
3. Zion Young, Missouri
4. Akheem Mesidor, Miami (Fla.)
5. Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
6. Caden Curry, Ohio State
7. LT Overton, Alabama
8. Jack Pyburn, LSU
9. Max Llewellyn, Iowa
10. Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke
Just missed: Ethan Burke, Texas; Logan Fano, Utah
Defensive tackles
1. Kayden McDonald, Ohio State
2. Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
3. Peter Woods, Clemson
4. Caleb Banks, Florida
5. Christen Miller, Georgia
6. Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State
7. Domonique Orange, Iowa State
8. Rayshaun Benny, Michigan
9. Gracen Halton, Oklahoma
10. Kaleb Proctor, SE Louisiana
Just missed: Tim Keenan III, Alabama; Deven Eastern, Minnesota; Zxavian Harris, Ole Miss; Zane Durant, Penn State; Chris McClellan, Missouri; Cameron Ball, Arkansas; Nick Barrett, South Carolina
Off-ball linebackers
1. Arvell Reese, Ohio State
2. Sonny Styles, Ohio State
3. CJ Allen, Georgia
4. Anthony Hill Jr., Texas
5. Jake Golday, Cincinnati
6. Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech
7. Josiah Trotter, Missouri
8. Bryce Boettcher, Oregon
9. Taurean York, Texas A&M
10. Justin Jefferson, Alabama
Just missed: Shad Banks Jr., UTSA; Keyshaun Elliott, Arizona State; Deontae Lawson, Alabama; Owen Heinecke, Oklahoma; Karson Sharar, Iowa; Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma; Jack Kelly, BYU
Outside linebackers
1. David Bailey, Texas Tech
2. Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
3. T.J. Parker, Clemson
4. R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma
5. Derrick Moore, Michigan
6. Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
7. Gabe Jacas, Illinois
8. Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
9. Romello Height, Texas Tech
10. Malachi Lawrence, UCF
Just missed: Keyron Crawford, Auburn; Nadame Tucker, Western Michigan; Cian Slone, NC State; Harold Perkins Jr., LSU; Quintayvious Hutchins, Boston College; George Gumbs Jr., Florida
Cornerbacks
1. Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
2. Mansoor Delane, LSU
3. Avieon Terrell, Clemson
4. Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
5. Colton Hood, Tennessee
6. D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana
7. Chris Johnson, San Diego State
8. Julian Neal, Arkansas
9. Chandler Rivers, Duke
10. Keionte Scott, Miami (Fla.)
Just missed: Devin Moore, Florida; Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State; Keith Abney II, Arizona State; Malik Muhammad, Texas; Jadon Canady, Oregon; Treydan Stukes, Arizona; Avery Smith, Toledo; Daylen Everette, Georgia; Thaddeus Dixon, North Carolina; Skyler Thomas, Oregon State; Hezekiah Masses, California; Charles Demmings, Stephen F. Austin
Safeties
1. Caleb Downs, Ohio State
2. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo
3. Kyle Louis, Pitt
4. Dillon Thieneman, Oregon
5. Bud Clark, TCU
6. Kamari Ramsey, USC
7. Zakee Wheatley, Penn State
8. Genesis Smith, Arizona
9. A.J. Haulcy, LSU
10. VJ Payne, Kansas State
Just missed: Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina; DeShon Singleton, Nebraska; Jakobe Thomas, Miami (Fla.); Michael Taaffe, Texas
Kickers and punters
1. Brett Thorson, Georgia (P)
2. Ryan Eckley, Michigan State (P)
3. Dominic Zvada, Michigan (PK)
4. Trey Smack, Florida (PK)
5. Will Ferrin, BYU (PK)
6. Cole Maynard, Western Kentucky (P)
7. Drew Stevens, Iowa (PK)
8. Jack Stonehouse, Syracuse (P)
9. Kansei Matsuzawa, Hawaii (PK)
10. Tommy Doman, Florida (P)
Long snappers
1. Luke Basso, Oregon
2. Tyler Duzansky, Penn State
3. Beau Gardner, Georgia
4. Garrison Grimes, BYU
5. Rocco Underwood, Florida
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Missed getting Jonah Coleman in the third by ten picks. This time Styles fell to me and I stayed with it instead of trading 12 for a 2nd, 3rd, and 4th rounder or more. I am liking Young more and more, and think he could be really good in a modern 3-4.