It’s Wild Round 1 in Pittsburgh
by Bo Marchionte
@bomarchionte | College2Pro.com
Published April 22, 2026, 11:49 AM
- Raiders – Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Big-framed passer with natural touch and pocket composure. Operates within structure but flashes enough off-script ability to keep plays alive. Arm talent isn’t elite, but timing and placement win.
- Giants (via Jets) – Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Explosive, home-run threat. One-cut acceleration with legit track speed. Doesn’t dance—he hits it. Can tilt a game in two touches.
- Cardinals – Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State
Length, range, and movement pop immediately. Still raw taking on blocks and diagnosing. Traits-based pick with three-down upside if it all clicks.
- Titans – David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
Juice rusher with burst off the edge. Wins early in reps but needs counters. Flashes disruption needs consistency too match tools.
- Jets (via NYG) Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Hybrid defender. Safety background shows in coverage. Physical downhill but still learning how to stack and shed. Modern linebacker mold.
- Saints (via CLE) – Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami (FL)
Power + motor. Converts speed to force and plays through contact. Not flashy, just productive and violent.
- Commanders – Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Instincts are elite. Range, awareness, and play recognition separate him. Tone-setter in the backend.
- Browns (via NO) – Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Prototype build with length and movement ability. Still developing anchor strength. Ceiling pick at premium position.
- Chiefs – Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Fluid athlete with easy transitions. Competitive at catch point. Needs refinement in technique but tools are there.
- Jets (via NYG via CIN) – Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Explosive route runner with vertical juice. Can separate and track deep ball. Lean frame but dynamic playmaker.
- Dolphins – Vega Ioane, G, Penn State
Powerful interior presence. Moves bodies in the run game. Anchor is solid. Plug-and-play guard.
- Cowboys – Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
Massive frame with raw power. Heavy hands. Still cleaning up footwork, but traits scream long-term starter.
- Rams – Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Smooth operator. Wins with route tempo and body control. Not a burner, but always open.
- Ravens – Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Quick-twitch athlete. Sudden movements create separation. Dangerous with ball in hands.
- Buccaneers – Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Mismatch piece. Athletic flex tight end with vertical ability. Still growing as blocker.
- Giants (via NYJ via IND) -Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Ball-hawking safety with range and instincts. Tracks the football naturally. Playmaker.
- Lions – Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
Interior disruptor with power. Collapses pockets. Needs more pass-rush plan.
- Vikings – Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami (FL)
Length and burst off the edge. Flashes high-end traits but needs consistency snap to snap.
- Panthers – Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Long, physical corner. Press ability stands out. Can disrupt timing early in routes.
- Cowboys (via GB) – Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
Aggressive defender with ball skills. Plays through hands. Competitive tone.
- Steelers – Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Technician. Clean footwork, strong hands. Not flashy, just reliable and tough.
- Chargers – Emmanuel Pregnon, G, Oregon
Versatile interior lineman. Balanced, controlled, and assignment-sound.
- Eagles – Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
High-end traits with length and mobility. Still developing strength profile.
- Browns (via JAX) – Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
Big-bodied target with strong hands. Wins contested catches. Red-zone weapon.
- Bears – Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Slasher with burst. Quick feet through traffic. Big-play ability.
- Bills – Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Size-speed combo. Wins downfield and in contested situations. Physical presence.
- 49ers – Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
Developmental tackle with tools. Length and movement traits intrigue.
- Texans – Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Smooth cover corner. Stays connected in routes. Clean movement skills.
- Chiefs (via LAC) – KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
Dynamic weapon. Versatile usage. Can align anywhere and produce.
- Broncos – Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
High motor rusher. Relentless effort. Not elite traits but plays hard every snap.
- Patriots -Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Massive human. Raw but rare. Needs polish, but upside is enormous.
- Seahawks – Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
Power-based edge with heavy hands. Sets the edge and compresses pockets.
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