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Eagles sign Eli Stowers to rookie deal, sixth 2026 pick locked in
The Philadelphia Eagles signed tight end Eli Stowers, their No. 54 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, to a four-year rookie contract, making him the sixth 2026 draftee to sign. Markel Bell remains unsigned but can participate in spring workouts, with training-camp timing in late July as the deadline.
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Rams Invest in Ty Simpson at 13 as Cardinals’ Interest Looms, Lions Probe First‑Round Swap
LA Rams used the No. 13 pick on Alabama QB Ty Simpson to stash behind Matthew Stafford, after weighing a potential trade-down amid chatter that the Cardinals were the biggest threat to Simpson; Detroit reportedly floated a first‑round swap to move up, but Los Angeles stayed put, and Arizona had shown heavy interest; the selection also preserves the team’s 2027 draft flexibility and signals a long-term plan with Snead and McVay aligned.
Seahawks Claim No. 1 in BR’s 2026 Post-Draft Power Rankings
Bleacher Report’s post-draft power rankings evaluate all 32 NFL teams after the 2026 draft, placing Seattle at No. 1 and Miami at No. 32 while weighing roster changes, draft results, and coaching shifts as teams position themselves for the 2026 season.
McShay Edges Out the Field in 2026 Mock-Draft Scoring
The piece scores 50 mock drafts of the 2026 NFL Draft using a simple rule: each pick off by the actual draft earns a point, with double penalties for wrong trades. No credit is given for predicting the correct player but in the wrong slot. Todd McShay posted the best overall mock, while Evan Silva’s best performance came from a Ty Simpson trade projection. Matthew Freedman was the top non-McCoy performer. Chris Simms earned the worst mock score, and common correct predictions included the Jets/David Bailey at 2 and the Ravens/Olaivavega Ioane at 14. The article also notes the community mock outperformed or matched pros in a few cases (e.g., Lions drafting Blake Miller) and emphasizes how trades frequently derail mock accuracy across drafters.
Steelers 2026 Draft Fallout: Offensive Winners and Question Marks
The Steelers’ 2026 offense-focused draft creates several winners (Germie Bernard boosting the wide receiver corps with DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.; Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle gaining depth behind added line help) and notable losers (Spencer Anderson and Brock Hoffman losing ground to Gennings Dunker; Broderick Jones and Dylan Cook facing competition with a first-round tackle; Mason Rudolph and Will Howard could be squeezed behind Drew Allar; Kaleb Johnson and Travis Homer battling for limited spots; Roman Wilson and JJ Galbreath crowded out by Bernard, Wetjen, and Heidenreich). The piece treats the draft as a speculative roster reshuffle driven by the possibility of Aaron Rodgers’ retirement and who earns roles on offense.
Raiders’ Day 3: McCoy selection, fresh starts, and a faster offense
Las Vegas wrapped the 2026 NFL Draft with 10 picks, six on Day 3, highlighted by trading up to select Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy despite ACL concerns, and moving on from DE Tyree Wilson in a deal for Dalton Johnson. The Raiders fortified the secondary with Treydan Stukes, Dalton Johnson, and Hezekiah Masses while adding faster offensive weapons in Mike Washington Jr. and Malik Benson to complement top pick Fernando Mendoza, signaling a plan for a versatile, speedier offense under Robbie Leonard.
Saints test Tyree Wilson with a one-year audition after trade
The Saints acquired Tyree Wilson from the Raiders in a trade, and GM Mickey Loomis said it will be a one-year audition to see how the 2023 No. 7 pick fits in the defense, with a likely decision on his fifth-year option coming afterward; a strong 2026 could set up a bigger payday in 2027.
Chiefs close draft by drafting LSU QB Nussmeier to groom behind Mahomes
The Kansas City Chiefs closed the 2026 NFL Draft by selecting LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier at No. 249, signaling a plan to groom a future backup behind Patrick Mahomes. Once viewed as a top QB, Nussmeier fell due to medical concerns, but the pick is aimed at development and potential future value, with analysts noting it’s unlikely to play in 2026 but could become a useful asset in the Chiefs’ long-term plans.
Eagles Round 5 Wishlist: 16 Prospects to Fortify the Depth
The piece outlines a Round 5 targets list for the Philadelphia Eagles (178th overall) after their early 2026 draft selections, proposing 16 prospects across positions such as S, QB, OL, RB, LB/EDGE, OG, TE/FB, WR, CB and iDL. Notable names include Jalon Kilgore, Garrett Nussmeier, Brian Parker, Zakee Wheatley, Taylen Green, Nick Singleton, Harold Perkins, Anez Cooper, Riley Nowakowski, Robert Spears-Jennings, Bishop Fitzgerald, Deion Burks, Cole Payton, Hezekiah Masses, Landon Robinson, and Uar Bernard, with notes on their athletic traits, versatility, and potential developmental upside for depth behind the current roster.
Day 3 Watchlist: Ten Remaining Prospects Poised for 2026 NFL Draft Impact
An alphabetical rundown of the ten best remaining players after Round 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft, highlighting position, traits, and what they could bring on Day 3. The list includes Skyler Bell, Brycen Halton, Bryce Lance, Kyle Louis, Jermod McCoy, Malik Muhammad, Garrett Nussmeier, VJ Payne, Elijah Sarratt, and Keionte Scott, with notes on strengths and considerations such as McCoy’s knee concerns and Nussmeier’s injury history.
Raiders bank on versatility and leadership with Day 2 draft picks
Las Vegas used Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft to add three versatile rookies—Treydan Stukes, Keyron Crawford and Trey Zuhn III—after trading with Houston to move up to No. 38 and acquire No. 91. GMs John Spytek and Brian Stark highlighted Stukes’ versatility in the secondary and strong ball skills, Zuhn’s cross‑positional OL versatility, and Crawford’s untapped edge‑rush potential and late-blooming development. Leadership and character are a through-line, with Stukes and Zuhn captains and the front office stressing players who love the game and lead by example.