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2026 NFL Draft
Coverage of the 2026 NFL Draft, including team preparations, player evaluations, draft picks, and related news from April 2026.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 23 Apr, 01:37 UTC
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Las Vegas Raiders select Fernando Mendoza as first overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026. Mendoza, who won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to the national championship, is expected to eventually become the franchise's starting quarterback after learning under veteran Kirk Cousins and being mentored by Tom Brady.
New York Giants select Francis Mauigoa as tenth overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The New York Giants selected Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. This was the Giants' second first-round selection after trading Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals, and follows their selection of Arvell Reese at No. 5.
Tennessee Titans select Carnell Tate as fourth overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The Tennessee Titans selected wide receiver Carnell Tate from Ohio State with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Tate's strengths include high efficiency on routes, ability to create separation in zone coverage, ball handling skills, and reliability in traffic.
New York Jets select David Bailey as second overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The New York Jets selected edge rusher David Bailey from Texas Tech with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Bailey recorded 14.5 sacks in the previous season and will join Joseph Ossai and Will McDonald IV on the Jets defensive line.
Arizona Cardinals select Jeremiyah Love as third overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The Arizona Cardinals selected running back Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Love is noted for high maneuverability when running the ball and willingness to provide pass protection.
Raiders trade Dexter Lawrence to Bengals before 2026 NFL Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders traded defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals prior to the 2026 NFL Draft, allowing the Giants to acquire the pick later used to select Francis Mauigoa.
New York Giants select Arvell Reese as fifth overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
The New York Giants selected linebacker Arvell Reese from Ohio State with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Reese brings explosive speed and blocking power, with ability to handle offensive tackles and muscle running backs.
Fernando Mendoza wins Heisman Trophy and leads Indiana to national championship
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy after leading the Hoosiers to an undefeated regular season, victory over Ohio State in the Big Ten championship game, and wins over Alabama, Oregon, and Miami in the College Football Playoff en route to the national title.
Dallas Cowboys defense ranked among worst in NFL
The Dallas Cowboys' defense finished among the worst defensive units in the NFL during the 2025 season, prompting the team to focus on adding defensive talent in the upcoming draft.
Cowboys announce they will not extend George Pickens' contract
During the pre-draft press conference, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones announced the team will not negotiate a long-term contract extension with wide receiver George Pickens during the offseason. Pickens will play the 2026 season on the franchise tag.
Cowboys hold first-round NFL Draft picks
The Dallas Cowboys own the No. 12 and No. 20 overall picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins Thursday evening in Pittsburgh. The team is considering using these picks to trade up or trade down.
Bill Clinton visits Dallas Cowboys pre-draft press conference
Former President Bill Clinton made a surprise appearance at the Dallas Cowboys' pre-draft press conference on Wednesday at the team's facility. Clinton walked into the press conference room during Jerry Jones' remarks, joking that he was "negotiating the draft." Jones stood up to greet Clinton, nearly losing his balance in the process. Clinton wished Jones a good draft day before departing.
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Teams address early needs with defensive and offensive selections
Early draft selections prioritized defensive reinforcement and offensive skill positions across multiple NFL teams.
Heisman winner Mendoza goes first overall to Raiders in 2026 draft
Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza selected first overall by Raiders.
Clinton attends Cowboys pre-draft press conference in Dallas
Bill Clinton visited the Cowboys pre-draft press conference in Dallas.
Cowboys prioritize defense in 2026 draft amid roster shifts
Cowboys deploy first-round picks to address worst-ranked defense after declining to extend Pickens.