
NFL.com 2026 Mock Draft: Four First-Round Trades Rewrite the Board
NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter unveils a four-round mock for the 2026 NFL Draft, weaving in offseason moves and early Combine/pro day evaluations. The highlight is a chaotic first round with four trades that reshuffle the top of the board: Raiders select Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza at No. 1, Jets grab LB/EDGE Arvell Reese, Ohio State; Cardinals land OT Francis Mauigoa, Miami; and Titans push for a disruptive edge with David Bailey, Texas Tech, all signaling a broader reshaping of Days 2–4 as teams address key needs and potential steals emerge.