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ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. cast doubt on the Cowboys trading up to No. 3 in the 2026 NFL Draft, saying there may be no suitable dance partner for Arizona and that the move could be unlikely, leaving Dallas to consider other routes (like trading with Browns/Saints or pursuing a veteran nickel corner) in a draft class seen as unpredictable and thin at edge rushers.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. released an updated Top 10 QB list for the 2026 NFL Draft: Mendoza remains No. 1, Simpson and Beck hold 2–3, Allar rises to No. 4, Nussmeier slides to No. 5, with Green, Payton, Klubnik, Altmyer and Robertson rounding out the top 10 as scouts await the April draft.
Mel Kiper Jr.’s ESPN mock draft has four Ohio State players projected in the top seven picks—Caleb Downs to the Jets at No. 2, Arvell Reese to the Titans at No. 4, Carnell Tate to the Browns at No. 6, and Sonny Styles to the Commanders at No. 7—an unprecedented four first-round selections from one school. The mock also includes Kayden McDonald at No. 26 to the Bears. If this holds, OSU would rewrite the record for most first-round picks from a single program in a single draft; the Buckeyes’ prospects will be in Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine week.
ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. moves the Titans to select Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the No. 4 pick in Mock Draft 2.0, noting Reese could play either linebacker or edge and would address Tennessee’s edge-rush weakness; in this version, the Raiders, Jets and Cardinas go 1-3 before Tennessee. Saleh is set to speak to reporters at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
NFL draft analysts Mel Kiper Jr. and Field Yates have predicted every pick from Days 1 and 2 of the 2024 NFL draft, going through all 100 picks through the end of Round 3, including potential trades up the board for quarterbacks. They based their picks on a combination of what they think each team will do and what they would do if they were playing general manager for all 32 teams, using their personal rankings and the latest information from sources around the league. The mock draft will be discussed on "SportsCenter Special: Mel & Field's Three-Round Mock Draft" at 7:30 p.m. ET Monday on ESPN2.
Mel Kiper Jr.'s recent NFL mock draft predicts the Chicago Bears will select University of Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze with the No. 9 overall pick, potentially adding an elite wideout to their roster. Kiper also suggests the Bears will pick USC quarterback Caleb Williams as the first overall pick, creating a dream scenario of pairing him with Odunze. The article discusses Kiper's previous accurate predictions for the Bears' draft picks and speculates on the potential impact of his latest mock draft.
Mel Kiper Jr. believes the New England Patriots should select quarterback Drake Maye as a "home run" pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, emphasizing the importance of coaching and organizational support for a young quarterback's success. With the Patriots reportedly leaning towards a quarterback with their third overall pick, Kiper's endorsement of Maye suggests he could be the ideal choice for the team, especially if they can provide him with a stable coaching staff and supporting cast.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. selected OT Roger Rosengarten from Washington for the 49ers in his final mock draft, citing his potential to challenge for snaps at right tackle and his connection to former 49er Christian McCaffrey's dad. Kiper emphasized Rosengarten's playing style and athleticism over his measurable numbers, and believes he is better suited for right tackle than left tackle in the NFL.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. predicts the Baltimore Ravens will select Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry in the upcoming NFL draft, addressing the team's need at cornerback. Kiper also suggests Kansas State guard Cooper Beebe as a second-round pick to bolster the offensive line. The Ravens are also eyeing in-house talent like ILB Trenton Simpson and G Ben Cleveland to step up in starting roles. The team faces the challenge of rebuilding its offensive line after losing three starters, and Georgia offensive tackle Amarius Mims is seen as a potential fit. Additionally, Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean is considered an underrated draft prospect linked to the Ravens.
ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. projects LSU wide receiver Malik Nabers to be selected by the New York Giants in his latest 2-round mock draft, citing Nabers' exceptional skills and potential to elevate the team's offense. Nabers, known for his impressive stats and standout performances at LSU, is considered one of the youngest players projected to be taken in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts that the San Francisco 49ers will select Roger Rosengarten, an offensive tackle with ties to the McCaffrey family, in the first round of the NFL Draft at pick No. 31, despite concerns about his draft ranking and physical attributes. In the second round at pick No. 63, Kiper Jr. suggests the 49ers will pick Dru Phillips, a cornerback from Kentucky, although he also raises doubts about Phillips' fit and value for the team.
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts that the San Francisco 49ers will select offensive tackle Roger Rosengarten from Washington with the No. 31 overall pick in the NFL draft, and cornerback Dru Phillips from Kentucky with the No. 63 overall selection. Kiper Jr. believes these choices align with the 49ers' draft needs, with Rosengarten potentially challenging for a starting role at right tackle and Phillips providing depth to the team's secondary.
Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest two-round mock draft has the Cleveland Browns selecting DT Braden Fiske, citing the team's need for depth along the defensive line. However, concerns arise due to Fiske's age and the Browns' current depth at the position, leading to questions about the value of adding an older prospect to an already competitive position group. Other potential draft options for the Browns include offensive linemen, a running back, and a defensive end.
Mel Kiper Jr. has released a new mock draft for the 2024 NFL draft, predicting the first two rounds and projecting three trades, all for teams moving up for a quarterback. With team needs mostly set after free agency, Kiper used his Big Board rankings as a guide and noted a few risers and fallers based on discussions with NFL execs and coaches. The mock draft will be discussed on ESPN's "SportsCenter Special: NFL Mock Draft 4.0" and Kiper will be making appearances on ESPN's shows leading up to the draft.
With the 2024 NFL draft approaching, Mel Kiper Jr. has updated his draft big board, ranking the top 25 prospects in this year's class. The New York Giants hold the No. 6 pick and are considering top prospects such as Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Rome Odunze, and Brock Bowers.