Tate Headlines Impressive Wideout Group
by Bo Marchionte
@bomarchionte | College2Pro.com
Published April 7, 2026, 11:49 AM
2026 Mock Draft
1. Las Vegas Raiders – Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Big, poised passer with command of the offense. Raiders finally stabilize the QB room with a leader who can distribute and manage from Day 1.
2. New York Jets – Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State
Modern linebacker with range and physicality. Tone-setter for a defense that wants speed and violence in the middle.
3. Arizona Cardinals – Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
Franchise tackle. Massive frame with elite movement skills protects the edge and anchors the rebuild.
4. Tennessee Titans – Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Explosive playmaker who changes the math for defenses. Home-run hitter with three-down versatility.
5. New York Giants – Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Hybrid defender with size and instincts. Can play everywhere exactly what Wink-style defenses crave.
6. Cleveland Browns – Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, Miami (FL)
Violent hands and burst. True disruptor who can take over games off the edge.
7. Washington Commanders – Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Elite instincts and leadership. Defensive quarterback with All-Pro upside.
8. New Orleans Saints – David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
Relentless pass rusher with motor and power. Brings needed juice to the Saints front.
9. Kansas City Chiefs – Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Long, fluid cover man. Fits perfectly in KC’s system sticky in man, confident in big moments.
10. Cincinnati Bengals – Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Ball hawk with range and instincts. Bengals add a playmaker to the back end.
11. Miami Dolphins – Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Polished route runner with strong hands. Gives Miami another weapon to stress defenses.
12. Dallas Cowboys – Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Competitive, physical corner. Brings swagger and toughness to Dallas’ secondary.
13. Los Angeles Rams – Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Technician in the trenches. High floor tackle who fits the Rams’ disciplined scheme.
14. Baltimore Ravens – Olavavega Ioane, IOL, Penn State
Powerful interior presence. Ravens continue to build a dominant, downhill offensive line.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Mismatch weapon. Athletic tight end who can stretch seams and create after the catch.
16. Indianapolis Colts – Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami (FL)
Quick first step with pass-rush upside. Colts invest in pressure off the edge.
17. Detroit Lions – Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Big, nasty, and physical. Lions double down on trench dominance.
18. Minnesota Vikings – Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Smooth cover corner with instincts. Helps stabilize a young secondary.
19. Carolina Panthers – Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Dynamic playmaker with burst. Gives Carolina a much-needed offensive spark.
20. Green Bay Packers – CJ Allen, LB, Georgia
Smart, disciplined linebacker. Classic Packers defensive fit reliable and efficient.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers – Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Steelers go back to the trenches. Long, athletic tackle to protect the future and keep the run game physical.
22. Los Angeles Chargers – Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Explosive target with separation ability. Adds juice to the Chargers passing game.
23. Philadelphia Eagles – Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
Versatile defensive back with range. Eagles continue to reload the secondary with smart, athletic defenders.
24. Jacksonville Jaguars – Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
Big-bodied receiver with strong hands. Red-zone weapon and chain mover.
25. Chicago Bears – Kayden McDonald, DL, Ohio State
Interior disruptor. Bears add toughness and power up front.
26. Buffalo Bills – Cashius Howell, EDGE, Texas A&M
Explosive edge presence. High-motor rusher who fits Buffalo’s defensive identity.
27. San Francisco 49ers – Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Size-speed combo. Vertical threat who opens up the offense.
28. Houston Texans – Emmanuel Pregnon, IOL, Oregon
Physical, nasty interior lineman. Protects C.J. Stroud and reinforces Houston’s commitment to building inside-out.
This ties into your question earlier — not a desperate need, but a smart investment.
29. New York Jets (via trade) – T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson
Jets double up on defense. Parker brings burst and closing ability off the edge.
30. Denver Broncos – Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
Length and upside. Another rotational weapon for a loaded defensive front.
31. Atlanta Falcons – Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Massive, powerful tackle. Falcons invest in protecting their offensive identity.
32. Seattle Seahawks – Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
High-upside pass rusher. Seattle closes Round 1 adding speed and pressure ability.
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