2026 NFL mock draft: Round 2-3 analysis, results, notable picks

• Many players considered potential first-round picks, such as Denzel Boston and Jermod McCoy, remain available for Day 2.
• Quarterbacks Garrett Nussmeier and Carson Beck are notable prospects who could be selected on the draft's second day.

Editor's note: Keep up with the second and third rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft here.

Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and it continued with the theme Day 1 exhibited.

The draft's second day was unpredictable. There were plenty of trades, as teams maneuvered up and down the board to land players they coveted or extract more value from their draft assets, while several notable prospects surprisingly fell to Day 3.

Among the most shocking was Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy – a first-round talent who has tumbled down boards due to concerns about a knee injury. Additionally, LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier wasn't among the draft's top 100 selections, so he will hope to have his name called early on Day 3.

Add in a run that saw eight tight ends selected in across the second and third rounds, and the board did not play out how many expected.

How exactly did Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft play out? USA TODAY Sports tracked its most notable results and provided analysis of those selections as the day unfolded. Below is a look at that analysis and how the results compare to a full mock draft projection from before the action began.

2026 NFL Draft best available players

Just two top-50 players from USA TODAY Sports' Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz are on the board entering Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Below is a look at the top remaining players entering Round 4:

• 11. CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
• 47. CB Keionte Scott, Miami (FL)
• 56. QB Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
• 58. WR Bryce Lance, North Dakota State
• 59. OLB/DE Jaishawn Barham, Michigan
• 61. DE Joshua Josephs, Tennessee
• 66. Kyle Louis, LB, Pitt
• 68. Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State
• 72. Malik Muhammad, CB, Texas
• 73. Mike Washington Jr., RB, Arkansas

2026 NFL Draft: Rumors, analysis, mini-mocks for Day 2

Kaelon Black ends running back drought, as 49ers select at 90

No running backs were selected in the NFL draft's second round for the first time since 2003. Black was the first running back selected in the third round at No. 90 overall, marking the first selection at the position since Jadarian Price at No. 32.

Black is a physical, downhill runner who was productive during Indiana's national championship run. He will help replace Brian Robinson Jr. as the power complement to Christian McCaffrey.

Jaguars end Emmanuel Pregnon's slide, take guard with 88th pick

Pregnon was believed by many to be a plug-and-play guard who would be a second-round selection. Instead, he fell to the latter half of the third round before the Jaguars picked the Oregon product.

Pregnon may not have an immediate path to a starting job, as the Jaguars have Ezra Cleveland and Patrick Mekari, but he will provide the team excellent depth across the offensive line.

Falcons draft Georgia WR Zachariah Branch with 79th pick

The Falcons have added a long-term complement to Drake London. They chose Branch, a speedster from Georgia with great elusiveness in the open field, to add a strong slot separator for Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa to trust.

Pittsburgh Steelers select Drew Allar with third-round pick

The Steelers have three, third-round picks. They used the first of them on Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, who will now presumably battle Will Howard to be the eventual successor to Aaron Rodgers – provided the 42-year-old quarterback returns for the 2026 NFL season.

Allar has prototypical size and excellent arm talent but struggled with consistency across his time at Penn State. He was in the midst of an up-and-down senior campaign before suffering a season-ending ankle injury six contests into it. Still, Allar is just 22 years old and completed 63.2% of his career passes for 7,402 yards, 61 touchdowns and 13 interceptions for the Nittany Lions.

Giants trade up, take WR Malachi Fields

The Giants were rumored to be interested in Jordan Tyson and Carnell Tate atop the 2026 NFL Draft. They ultimately waited until the third round to take a receiver, when they traded up to land Fields.

Fields has great size (6-4, 218 pounds) and excellent body control. He profiles as a nice fit across from Malik Nabers and should be a solid, No. 2 receiver at the NFL level.

Eagles draft massive OT Markel Bell at 68

The Eagles are looking for an eventual successor for Lane Johnson. Bell has an unbelievable 6-9, 346-pound frame and started at left tackle for Miami. He has enormous potential, and it will be exciting to see how Philadelphia can develop the big-bodied blocker behind Johnson and Jordan Mailata.

Cardinals select Carson Beck atop Round 3

The Cardinals were tied to Carson Beck ahead of their second-round pick at No. 34 overall. They didn't take the Miami quarterback at that point but were able to land him with the first pick in the third round.

Beck will now join a quarterback battle that also includes veterans Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew.

Denver Broncos trade away 62nd overall pick

The Broncos were expected to make their first selection of the 2026 NFL Draft toward the end of the second round. Instead, Denver traded down, guaranteeing the team will wait until the third round at the earliest to add a player in this year's NFL draft.

The Broncos sent their first-round pick to the Dolphins in exchange for Jaylen Waddle.

Browns land Emmanuel McNeil-Warren with 58th overall pick

The Browns have thus far selected four players in the 2026 NFL Draft. All were graded as first-round talents on USA TODAY Sports' final big board of this year's draft cycle.

McNeil-Warren was the latest selected, as the Browns moved up to the No. 58 overall selection to land the star safety. His ball skills and sure tackling skills should quickly make him a playmaker at the professional level.

Eagles swing draft day trade for Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard

The Eagles will send two, third-round selections to the Vikings – the 98th overall selection in 2026 and one in 2027 – to acquire Greenard and a seventh-round pick (No. 244 overall). Philadelphia is signing the 2024 Pro Bowler to a four-year, $100 million extension with $50 million in guarantees.

Greenard had just three sacks in 12 games (10 starts) last season but posted at least 12 sacks in each of the previous two seasons.

Eagles continue to build up passing game, select TE Eli Stowers

After spending their first-round pick on wide receiver Makai Lemon, the Eagles took Stowers to be their eventual successor for Dallas Goedert.

Stowers posted 62 catches for 729 yards and six touchdowns during his final college season and has the athleticism needed to be a unique after-the-catch weapon. He should quickly become a red-zone weapon for Jalen Hurts thanks to his athleticism and separation skills.

Jets draft CB D'Angelo Ponds, who earns Aaron Glenn comparison

The Jets selected Ponds, an undersized cornerback from Indiana, with the 50th overall selection. On the NFL Network broadcast of the event, lead draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah revealed his player comparison for Ponds was Aaron Glenn.

Glenn, of course, is the coach of the Jets, which should make it fun to see how Ponds develops in his defensive scheme.

NFL mock draft Day 2: How picks 50-54 could go

The Carolina Panthers chose Lee Hunter with the 49th overall pick after trading up with the Minnesota Vikings. That will shake up the draft order. Here's a look at how the next five picks could play out:

• 50. New York Jets: CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
• 51. Minnesota Vikings: S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo
• 52. Green Bay Packers: CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
• 53. Indianapolis Colts: Edge Gabe Jacas, Illinois
• 54. Philadelphia Eagles: OT Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern

Falcons select CB Avieon Terrell, brother of star cornerback AJ Terrell

With their first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Falcons selected Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell. He will now have a chance to establish himself as the team's No. 2 cornerback ... across from his brother, AJ Terrell.

The Terrell brothers were elated when shown on camera celebrating the younger brother's selection.

Chiefs continue to bolster defense with edge rusher R Mason Thomas

The Chiefs have spent their first three NFL draft picks on defense. They added cornerback Mansoor Delane and defensive tackle Peter Woods in Round 1 before adding a speed rusher in Thomas to serve as a complement to George Karlaftis.

Thomas may be small for an edge rusher (6-2, 241 pounds) but he has the burst and slipperiness needed to carve out a role as a quality pass rusher.

NFL mock draft Day 2: How picks 40-44 could go

The picks are coming in rapidly, with many of the top talents – including T.J. Parker, Kayden McDonald and Colton Hood – already coming off the board. How could the next five picks play out? Here's a projection:

• 40. Kansas City Chiefs: OT Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern
• 41. Cincinnati Bengals: CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
• 42. New Orleans Saints: CB Avieon Terrell, Tennessee
• 43. Miami Dolphins: WR Germie Bernard, Alabama
• 44. New York Jets: S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo

Colton Hood goes ahead of Tennessee teammate Jermod McCoy

McCoy was viewed as a top-10 talent in the 2026 NFL Draft, but he is dealing with a knee injury that caused concern ahead of the draft. As a result, Hood – who also earned first-round buzz – came off the board before McCoy, as the Giants selected the physical cover man with the 37th overall pick.

Texans trade up for DT Kayden McDonald, last player remaining in green room

The Texans traded up from the 38th selection to 36, where they chose McDonald, a nose tackle who will provide Houston's already strong defense an elite run stopper.

McDonald was the last player remaining in the 2026 NFL Draft's proverbial green room. He expressed gratitude to be selected early on Day 2 in an interview with ESPN's Laura Rutledge after being chosen.

No quarterback at 34 for Cardinals

Carson Beck will have to wait a while to be chosen – if he's chosen on Friday at all. The Cardinals chose mauling guard Chase Bisontis with their second-round selection, adding a road-grading blocker to open up running lanes ahead of Jeremiyah Love.

49ers kickstart Round 2 by selecting WR De'Zhaun Stribling

The 49ers started Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft by taking a wide receiver to complement Mike Evans and Ricky Pearsall. The 6-2, 207-pound wide-out ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to heat up his draft stock, and he profiles as a big-time after-the-catch weapon at the NFL level.

Could Cardinals consider QB at 34?

NFL Media's Ian Rapoport mentioned the Cardinals as a landing spot for a Day 2 quarterback. He noted Miami's Carson Beck would likely be the signal-caller Arizona would consider at 34 if they choose to take a quarterback.

USA TODAY Sports does not have the Cardinals selecting a quarterback in its Day 2 mock draft. Instead, Arizona lands Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy and Boston College offensive tackle Jude Bowry with its second- and third-round selections respectively.

NFL mock draft Day 2: How first five picks of Round 2 could go

Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft is about to start. Here's a look at how USA TODAY Sports' final Day 2 mock has the first five selections unfolding on April 24.

• 33. San Francisco 49ers: S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo
• 34. Arizona Cardinals: CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
• 35. Buffalo Bills: Edge Cashius Howell, Texas A&M
• 36. Las Vegas Raiders: WR Denzel Boston, Washington
• 37. New York Giants: DT Lee Hunter, Texas Tech

49ers fielding trade calls for 33rd pick: 'No offer enticing enough'

The 49ers own the first pick on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. They have had discussion about trading the pick, but ESPN's Adam Schefter reports they haven't yet gotten an enticing enough offer to convince them to trade down.

Who might San Francisco select with the 33rd pick? USA TODAY Sports' final Day 2 mock has the 49ers taking Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren to add a strong tackler with elite ball production to their lineup.

Giants, Saints engaged in trade talks about Kayvon Thibodeaux

Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz reports the Giants are fielding calls for Thibodeaux's services and the Saints are among the teams pursuing the fifth overall pick from the 2022 NFL Draft. Schultz said a deal could happen as soon as April 24 should the two parties agree on compensation.

Thibodeaux has logged 23.5 career sacks across 53 games with the Giants but had a career-low 2.5 sacks in 10 games during the 2025 NFL season.

2026 NFL mock draft: Final mock draft updates for Day 2

Round 2

33. San Francisco 49ers: S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo

The 49ers didn't make a first-round pick after trading down twice in the first round. They can still land a player many viewed as a first-round prospect, as McNeil-Warren has the ball production and physicality to quickly become a starter for the 49ers.

Pick change; previously edge T.J. Parker, Clemson

34. Arizona Cardinals: CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee

The Cardinals had a potential top-10 pick, Will Johnson, fall into their lap in the second round last year. History is repeating itself with McCoy, who would potentially have been the first cornerback drafted in 2026 if not for concerns about his surgically repaired knee.

McCoy did not play in 2025 because of a torn ACL but was one of the best cornerbacks in the country in 2024. He and Johnson would form a formidable cornerback tandem for Nick Rallis' defense.

35. Buffalo Bills: Edge Cashius Howell, Texas A&M

The Bills need to add a high-end pass rusher to pair with Greg Rousseau. Howell posted 11.5 sacks as a fifth-year senior and earned All-American honors because of his production. He has excellent burst and bend off the edge, which gives him a solid pass-rushing floor, but his small stature (6-2 with 30 ¼-inch arms) may render him a rotational player if he struggles against the run. 

36. Las Vegas Raiders: WR Denzel Boston, Washington

The Raiders will be looking to add a potential No. 1 receiver to pair with Fernando Mendoza long-term. Boston – 6-4 wide-out with great contested catch skills – could easily have been a first-round pick and will provide much-needed size to Las Vegas' receiving corps.

37. New York Giants: DT Lee Hunter, Texas Tech

The Giants traded away Dexter Lawrence for the 10th overall pick, creating a gaping hole in the middle of their defense. Hunter is a pro-ready run-stuffer who recorded 10.5 TFL's in his lone season at Texas Tech. The 6-3, 318-pounder may not become a high-end pass rusher, but NFL teams will undoubtedly be interested in adding him as a space-eater up front.

Pick change; previously WR Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee

38. Houston Texans: DT Kayden McDonald, Ohio State

The Texans could use additional talent along their interior defensive line. McDonald (6-2, 326 pounds) profiles as an elite run defender at the NFL level but also showed pass-rushing chops at Ohio State, generating three sacks during his All-American 2025 campaign.

39. Cleveland Browns: LB Jacob Rodriguez, Texas Tech

It sounds unlikely that Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will play again because of a neck injury. The Browns could seek a long-term replacement for him next to Carson Schwesinger despite signing Quincy Williams to a two-year free-agent deal.

Rodriguez was absurdly productive for the Red Raiders, racking up 128 tackles, 11 TFL, one sack, four interceptions, six pass defenses and a whopping seven forced fumbles in 2025. He might not have the length and athleticism teams seek out in linebackers, but the fifth-place Heisman Trophy winner’s instincts could allow him to outperform expectations at the professional level.

40. Kansas City Chiefs: OT Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern

The Chiefs released Jawaan Taylor during the offseason and need an upgrade over Jaylon Moore to bookend Josh Simmons.

Tiernan was a four-year starter at Northwestern and spent the last three seasons as the Wildcats' left tackle. The 6-7, 325-pound blocker rarely missed a snap and has the size needed to be a plug-and-play starter.

41. Cincinnati Bengals: CB Colton Hood, Tennessee

The Bengals have added upgrades to their defensive line and safety room during the offseason. Their next priority should be to add a potential No. 1 cornerback. Hood plays with great physicality and has the traits needed to excel in press coverage and become a No. 1 cornerback at the NFL level.

42. New Orleans Saints: CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson

The Saints have been challenged by Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell for years. Perhaps New Orleans will target his brother, who would have been a first-round pick if a nagging hamstring injury didn't impact him throughout the NFL draft process, to fill its need for a cornerback across from Kool-Aid McKinstry.

43. Miami Dolphins: WR Germie Bernard, Alabama

The Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle and released Tyreek Hill during the offseason. They need to add a receiver early on Day 2 after choosing to target other positions with their two, first-round selections.

Bernard was a steady, consistent pass-catcher for the Crimson Tide and served as Ty Simpson’s most reliable receiver in 2025. He does everything well and should be a quality No. 2 receiver who can win with his strong route-running skills, play strength and excellent football IQ.

44. New York Jets: G Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M

Could the Jets take a quarterback here? Sure, but they may prefer to wait until Day 3 to select one and they still need to add a replacement for Alijah Vera-Tucker along the offensive line.

Bisontis spent the last two seasons at guard after previously playing right tackle for the Aggies. The 6-5, 315-pound blocker is a good athlete who moves well and allowed just two sacks across his two seasons at guard. Expect him to quickly become a solid NFL starter.

Pick change; previously S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo

45. Baltimore Ravens: Edge T.J. Parker, Clemson

The Ravens signed Trey Hendrickson in free agency, but they need to add a partner for him after failing to trade for Maxx Crosby.

Parker didn’t quite live up to the lofty expectations set for him after an 11-sack 2024 campaign, but he still posted 21 sacks across three seasons at Clemson. The 21-year-old's physicality off the edge could endear him to teams looking for a three-down force, which he could eventually develop into as he improves his pass-rushing arsenal.

Pick change; previously Edge Zion Young, Missouri

46. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: LB CJ Allen, Georgia

The Buccaneers need to replace Lavonte David, who retired after 14 excellent seasons, all in Tampa Bay. CJ Allen is a do-it-all linebacker who fits the productive mold Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht seeks when evaluating draft prospects.

47. Indianapolis Colts: Edge Gabe Jacas, Illinois

The Colts signed Arden Key to help replace Kwity Paye, but they need a player with more upside to fill that role long-term.

Jacas is a well-built 6-3, 260-pound edge setter who wins with strength at the point of attack. He had 19 sacks and 26.5 TFL during his final two seasons at Illinois and profiles as a productive, hard-to-stop power rusher in the pros.

48. Atlanta Falcons: WR Malachi Fields, Notre Dame

The Falcons signed a couple of veterans receivers in free agency but need to add a true, No. 2 receiver across from Drake London.

Fields has the size Atlanta covets from its receivers – 6-4, 218 pounds – and excellent body control. His physicality and contested-catch prowess should quickly make him a red-zone weapon, and his 17.5 yards per reception average in his lone season with the Fighting Irish showed he can be a vertical playmaker even despite his average speed.

49. Minnesota Vikings: CB/S Treydan Stukes, Arizona

The Vikings need to find a replacement for Harrison Smith. Stukes can fill that void and also has the ability to play the nickel if needed. The Arizona product allowed zero touchdowns on 38 targets in 2025 and notched four interceptions last season. He’s a sixth-year senior and will be a 25-year-old rookie, but his instincts, speed (4.33-second 40-yard dash) and work ethic should make him an early Day 2 selection.

50. Detroit Lions: Edge Zion Young, Missouri

The Lions signed DJ Wonnum to play across from Aidan Hutchinson but could still stand to add depth on the edge. Young (6-6, 262 pounds) profiles as a good fit for Detroit's defense, as he's a strong edge-setter against the run but also generated 6.5 sacks during his final season at Missouri.

Pick change; previously Edge Derrick Moore, Michigan

51. Carolina Panthers: CB D'Angelo Ponds, Indiana

The Panthers should consider finding an upgrade in the slot over Chau Smith-Wade. Ponds doesn't exactly have prototypical NFL size at 5-9, 182 pounds, but he was hyper productive across three seasons at James Madison and Indiana, generating 169 tackles, seven interceptions and 33 pass defenses.

52. Green Bay Packers: CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina

The Packers should consider investing in a true, No. 2 cornerback to play across from Keisean Nixon. Cisse is an elite athlete and allowed just 18 catches on 38 targets in his lone season at South Carolina. He’s scheme-versatile but will need to sharpen his route recognition to live up to his full potential.

53. Pittsburgh Steelers: WR Zachariah Branch, Georgia

The Steelers added Michael Pittman Jr. to join DK Metcalf in their receiving room, but they could still use another playmaker at the position.

Branch is undersized at 5-10, 180 pounds, but he is explosive and should be a big-play threat out of the slot and as a kick returner. Rodgers would love being able to hit the Georgia product with quick screens and slants – should he return to the Steelers for another season.

54. Philadelphia Eagles: DT Christen Miller, Georgia

The Eagles are never shy about adding talent in the trenches, and they love Georgia prospects. Miller boasts elite strength on his 6-4, 321-pound frame and has the lateral agility needed to excel as a run stopper. That said, he’s not much of a pass rusher, having generated just four sacks across his final three seasons for the Bulldogs.

Pick change; previously DT Lee Hunter, Texas Tech

55. Los Angeles Chargers: G Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon

The Chargers lost Zion Johnson in free agency and may want to invest in a plug-and-play replacement to help protect Justin Herbert. Pregnon profiles as a strong downhill blocker thanks to his pro-ready 6-4, 314-pound frame. He was a consistent, durable blocker for Oregon and looks the part of a plug-and-play starter as a rookie.

Pick change; previously G Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M

56. Jacksonville Jaguars: Edge R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma

The Jaguars have minimal depth behind their top two pass rushers, Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker. Adding a third component for their edge rush should be a high priority during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Thomas may be small for an edge rusher (6-2, 241 pounds) but he has the burst and slipperiness needed to carve out a role as a quality pass rusher. He may need to bulk up a bit in order to avoid being blown up in run defense, but there’s a lot to like about the way the high-motor player mans his position.

57. Chicago Bears: DT Domonique Orange, Iowa State

Chicago may want to shore up its run defense after allowing the seventh-most rushing yards per game last season. Orange – a.k.a. "Big Citrus" – is another well-built nose tackle (6-2, 322 pounds) who should be an NFL-caliber run defender. He had just one sack during his college career but has the strength to succeed as a bull rusher.

Pick change; previously DT Christen Miller, Georgia

58. San Francisco 49ers: WR Chris Bell, Louisville

The 49ers signed Mike Evans during the offseason, but it would behoove the team to add a potential successor for the 32-year-old wide-out.

If not for a torn ACL late in the 2025 college season, Bell would have gotten some first-round buzz. He’s explosive for his 6-2, 222-pound frame, but it isn’t clear exactly when he will be able to return from the injury. San Francisco can afford to wait on him and hope he develops into a high-quality weapon.

59. Houston Texans: LB Jake Golday, Cincinnati

Henry To'oTo'o is set to be a free agent after the season. Golday could be an ideal replacement for the former fifth-round pick.

Golday rose steadily during the 2026 NFL Draft process after posting 105 tackles, 3.5 sacks and three pass defenses in his final season with the Bearcats. He has good size (6-4, 239 pounds) and is a fluid mover who can develop into a strong starting linebacker.

60. Chicago Bears: OL Gennings Dunker, Iowa

The Bears lost center Drew Dalman to a premature retirement during the offseason while left tackle Ozzy Trapilo may miss the 2026 season after suffering a torn patellar tendon. That could lead Chicago to target a versatile offensive lineman to provide depth to their unit.

Offensive line coaches will love Dunker, who has NFL-caliber power and plays with a nasty edge, particularly in the running game. The college right tackle doesn’t quite have the athleticism needed to survive on the edge at the NFL level but could quickly emerge as a mauling guard. 

61. Los Angeles Rams: TE Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt

The Rams used a second-round pick on Terrance Ferguson last year but could still add more depth to their tight end room with Colby Parkinson set to be a free agent after the season.

Stowers converted from quarterback to tight end and developed into an All-American talent at the position. He posted 62 catches for 729 yards and six touchdowns during his final college season and has the athleticism needed to be a unique after-the-catch weapon.

62. Denver Broncos: LB Anthony Hill Jr., Texas

The Broncos parted with Dre Greenlaw after just one season, leaving them in need of additional talent at linebacker.

Hill is a versatile linebacker who generated 249 tackles, 31.5 TFL, 17 sacks, three interceptions and eight forced fumbles across three seasons at Texas. He’s already a very good run defender and has room for improvement, as he will only be a 21-year-old rookie.

63. New England Patriots: Edge Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State

The Patriots had just 35 sacks during the 2025 NFL season, tied for seventh-fewest in the league, and lost one of their top sack artists, K'Lavon Chaisson, in free agency.

Dennis-Sutton is a thickly-built edge setter who should be a solid run defender from the jump. The 6-6, 256-pound edge rusher has the tools needed to continue growing as a pass rusher after logging 8.5 sacks in each of his final two seasons at Penn State.

64. Seattle Seahawks: Edge Derrick Moore, Michigan

The Seahawks lost Boye Mafe in free agency, so they could look to replenish their pass-rushing depth on Day 2. Moore posted a career-best 10 sacks in his final season at Michigan. He has a nice speed-to-power mix and should improve as a run defender thanks to his 6-4, 255-pound frame.

Pick change; previously G Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon

Round 3

65. Arizona Cardinals: OT Jude Bowry, Boston College

The Cardinals need to upgrade their right tackle spot to give Jeremiyah Love a fighting chance of having a productive rookie season. Bowry is a high-ceiling athlete with two years of starting experience on the left side. He will need to iron out his inconsistencies at the NFL level, but he showed his upside by not allowing a single sack in his final season at Boston College.

66. Buffalo Bills: WR Chris Brazzell, Tennessee

The Bills spent a second-round pick on Keon Coleman, but he hasn't yet panned out. Lance could compete for playing time with the third-year receiver.

Brazzell’s combination of size (6-4, 198 pounds), burst off the line and production – he had 1,017 yards and nine touchdowns at Tennessee during the 2025 season – should make him a big-time contested catch weapon and red-zone threat at the NFL level. He could be a top-50 selection, so this is a good value for Buffalo.

Pick change; previously WR Bryce Lance, North Dakota State

67. Las Vegas Raiders: OT Markel Bell, Miami (FL)

DJ Glaze graded as a below-average starting offensive lineman last season and was a holdover from a previous regime. John Spytek could look to replace him to upgrade the protection in front of Fernando Mendoza.

Bell has size you can't teach at 6-9, 346 pounds and manned the left tackle position amid Miami's run to the national championship game. It would hardly be a surprise to see him develop into a solid starting tackle, even if he may have natural issues against smaller speed rushers because of his high center of gravity.

68. Philadelphia Eagles: OT Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M

The Eagles should think about investing in a potential successor for Lane Johnson. Crownover has excellent size at 6-7, 319 pounds and has the length needed to hold up as a long-term tackle. The former tight end possesses unique movement skills and explosiveness but is still honing his technique after converting from tight end before the 2022 season.

69. Tennessee Titans: OL Brian Parker II, Duke

The Titans should continue to beef up their protection in front of Cam Ward and could use a center to replace the departed Lloyd Cushenberry.

Like many linemen in this year’s class, Parker played tackle collegiately but will likely move inside due to a lack of length. He worked out at center during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine and should have the strong hands and grip strength needed to hold up against opposing defensive tackles.

70. Cleveland Browns: S Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina

The Browns can continue to beef up their secondary after addressing their biggest offensive needs in the first round.

Kilgore, like many South Carolina prospects, has excellent athleticism and ran the 40-yard dash in 4.4 seconds at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. The 6-1, 210-pounder had eight interceptions and 21 pass defenses during his three seasons with the Gamecocks and has desirable coverage instincts.

71. Washington Commanders: WR Bryce Lance, North Dakota State

The Commanders desperately need to add a No. 2 receiver across from Terry McLaurin. The North Dakota State product – brother of Chargers quarterback Trey Lance – has excellent size at 6-3, 204 pounds. He’s explosive and has the vertical playmaking skills needed to be a deep threat at the professional level.

Pick change; previously WR Elijah Sarratt, Indiana

72. Cincinnati Bengals: OL Trey Zuhn III, Texas A&M

The Bengals need to make sure they protect Joe Burrow in 2026 at all costs. Upgrading his interior protection would help achieve that goal.

Zuhn played left tackle at Texas A&M but will likely move inside to guard or center in the NFL given his 32 ½-inch arms. He has great burst and quickness off the line, but his overall athleticism is still average. Still, his first-step skills and 6-6, 312-pound frame could allow him to develop into a starter.

73. New Orleans Saints: Edge Romello Height, Texas Tech

The Saints need to add more depth to their edge rush rotation behind Chase Young and Carl Granderson. Height is a good athlete who is explosive off the edge but will need to add some strength to his 6-3, 239-pound frame to avoid being bullied consistently at the point of attack. The sixth-year senior is coming off an excellent season, during which he logged 10 sacks while playing across from David Bailey.

74. Cleveland Browns: WR Elijah Sarratt, Indiana

It would hardly be surprising to see the Browns double-dip at receiver even after spending a first-round selection on KC Concepcion. Sarratt isn’t a top-tier athlete, but he has the size (6-2, 210 pounds). He has excellent hands, is a good route runner and showed well as a run blocker. He racked up 65 catches for 830 yards and 15 touchdowns during his final season at Indiana and should become a quality possession receiver.

Pick change; previously WR Ted Hurst, Georgia State

75. Miami Dolphins: Edge Joshua Josephs, Tennessee

The Dolphins need help everywhere, and adding someone to partner with Chop Robinson will give their pass rush a fighting chance of being productive next season.

Josephs showed a well-rounded skill set at Tennessee, performing well against the run and notching six forced fumbles across his final two seasons. The 6-3, 242-pounder will need to add a bit more muscle to his frame to continue defending the run well at the NFL level.

76. Pittsburgh Steelers: DT Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State

The Steelers could invest in a mid-round interior defensive lineman to develop behind 36-year-old Cameron Heyward. Jackson has great size at 6-6, 315 pounds with a huge wingspan and hands, but needs to hone his technique to find consistent success at the next level.

77. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: TE Max Klare, Ohio State

The Buccaneers re-signed Cade Otton but could still use some depth at tight end. Klare logged 43 catches for 448 yards and two touchdowns in 2025 despite playing in a receiving corps featuring high-quality prospects like Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate. His 6-5, 243-pound frame gives him upside as a blocker, too.

78. Indianapolis Colts: LB Josiah Trotter, Missouri

The Colts need to add a potential starter at linebacker after trading away Zaire Franklin. Trotter – the son of Jeremiah Trotter Sr. – posted a career-high 13 TFL and two sacks during his lone season at Missouri. He’s a strong downhill tackler who will need to improve his coverage skills to become a three-down player at the NFL level.

79. Atlanta Falcons: DT Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana

The Falcons traded Ruke Orhorhoro to the Jaguars in a move that highlighted their issues at defensive tackle. Proctor – a high-end athlete who generated nine sacks in his final year playing at Southeastern Louisiana, an FCS school – has the athleticism needed to emerge as a quality interior disruptor at the NFL level.

Pick change; previously DT Domonique Orange, Iowa State

80. Baltimore Ravens: C Sam Hecht, Kansas State

The Ravens lost star center Tyler Linderbaum in free agency. Hecht can replace him after demonstrating elite technique that should make him a scheme-versatile pro. He showed good core strength during his time at Kansas State but will need to keep adding power to his 6-4, 303-pound frame to ensure he holds up against NFL-caliber defensive linemen.

81. Jacksonville Jaguars: RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas

Travis Etienne Jr. signed with the Saints in free agency, leaving the Jaguars with the committee of Bhayshul Tuten, Chris Rodriguez Jr. and LeQuint Allen Jr. at running back. Jacksonville could be comfortable rolling with that trio, but it also wouldn't be surprising to see them add another component to the group.

Washington was a star at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, running the 40-yard dash in a blazing 4.33 seconds despite his 6-1, 223-pound frame. His combination of power, speed and productivity will give him a shot to develop into a lead back, though he will need to cut down on his fumbles (10 across five college seasons) to achieve that goal.

82. Minnesota Vikings: RB Jonah Coleman, Washington

A running back named Washington goes one pick ahead of the running back from Washington. How about that? The pick makes sense, as Minnesota needs to start thinking about a replacement for Aaron Jones.

Coleman is a compact, 5-8, 220-pound running back with great contact balance and solid receiving skills. He posted at least 1,112 scrimmage yards in each of his final three seasons at Arizona and Washington and scored a career-best 17 touchdowns in his final season with the Huskies.

83. Carolina Panthers: S AJ Haulcy, LSU

The Panthers could use a safety upgrade next to Tre'von Moehrig. Haulcy is a hard-hitting safety who also has shown ballhawk skills across his time at Houston and LSU. He generated 162 tackles and eight interceptions across his final two college seasons (2024 at Houston, 2025 with LSU) and has pro-ready size at 6-0, 215 pounds.

84. Green Bay Packers: Edge Keyron Crawford, Auburn

The Packers need to add additional talent to their edge rush with Rashan Gary gone and Micah Parsons recovering from a torn ACL. Crawford was actually more productive than his touted teammate Keldric Faulk in 2025, as he generated five sacks. The former basketball player has great athleticism but will need more time to tap into his raw potential and develop into more than a rotational rusher.

85. Pittsburgh Steelers: QB Garrett Nussmeier, LSU

Mike McCarthy has expressed confidence in Will Howard as a potential successor to Aaron Rodgers, but the Steelers could still bring in competition for the former Ohio State quarterback.

Nussmeier has the tools needed to develop into a starter, as he has an NFL-caliber arm and solid mobility. He also comes with a gunslinger mentality that saw him put the ball in harm's way a bit too often during his time at LSU.

If Nussmeier can clean up that issue and get healthy after being hampered by a core injury – which was reportedly caused by a spinal cyst – in his final collegiate season, he could develop into a starting quarterback.

86. Los Angeles Chargers: DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati

Jim Harbaugh loves building up his run defense whenever the opportunity presents itself. Corleone is a powerful nose tackle who carries a whopping 340 pounds on his 6-1 frame. He didn't notch a sack in his final season at Cincinnati, but he still closed his four-year college career with 9.5 sacks to his name.

87. Miami Dolphins: WR Antonio Williams, Clemson

The Dolphins need to double-dip at receiver during the draft. Their top wide-outs entering Day 2 are Malik Washington, Tutu Atwell and Jalen Tolbert, after all. Williams (5-11, 187 pounds) is a crisp route runner and should be a perfect fit as a slot separator at the professional level.

88. Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Tacario Davis, Washington

The Jaguars could stand to add more depth at cornerback, which would allow them protection in case they need to use Travis Hunter more at receiver.

Davis (6-4, 194 pounds) has a massive wingspan that makes it uniquely difficult to throw on him. He’s at his best in press coverage and his 4.41-second 40-yard dash shows he has the speed needed to hold up against NFL receivers.

89. Chicago Bears: Edge LT Overton, Alabama

The Bears had a bottom-six pressure rate last season. Overton doesn't have the athleticism and burst for which teams typically look in an edge player, but his sizable 6-3, 274-pound frame should make him a quality edge-setter who can also play some snaps on the interior defensive line.

90. San Francisco 49ers: OT Austin Barber, Florida

The 49ers should start planning for life after Trent Williams. Barber (6-7, 318 pounds) is a tall tackle who was a three-year starter on the left side at Florida. He is a great run blocker but will need to improve against speed rushers at the NFL level.

91. Houston Texans: RB Emmett Johnson, Nebraska

The Texans acquired David Montgomery from the Lions during the offseason. Still, they could use another young back to challenge Woody Marks for the change-of-pace role. Johnson has great vision and was productive at Nebraska, racking up a whopping 1,821 scrimmage yards and 15 touchdowns on 297 touches during his final season with the Cornhuskers.

92. Dallas Cowboys: LB Deontae Lawson, Alabama

The Cowboys should continuing building their defense on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Lawson is a very good sideline-to-sideline athlete who could emerge as a star if he can improve his play recognition and instincts. He was a three-year starter at Alabama and a two-time team captain, traits the Jaguars would certainly value while considering him as a third-round selection.

93. Los Angeles Rams: WR Ted Hurst, Georgia State

The Rams could use an explosive, downfield playmaker to join Puka Nacua and Davante Adams. Hurst is a nice complement for the Texas A&M product, as the small-school riser who ran a 4.42-second 40-yard dash at 6-3, 206 pounds. He has great length and agility but will need time to acclimate to the NFL level after playing just two seasons in the Sun Belt.

Pick change; previously WR Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State

94. Miami Dolphins: QB Carson Beck, Miami (FL)

The Dolphins signed Malik Willis to a three-year deal in free agency, but they may want to add potential competition for the inexperienced starter.

Beck is an experienced, sixth-year quarterback who started 43 games with Georgia and Miami. He has prototypical size (6-4, 220 pounds) and throws with good touch and anticipation, but there are concerns about his arm strength – which was merely average in 2025, his first season since having surgery on the UCL in his throwing elbow – and about his struggles under pressure.

95. New England Patriots: CB Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State

The Patriots could use outside cornerback depth behind Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis, the latter of whom will turn 30 during the 2026 NFL season. The 22-year-old Igbinosun is an experienced cornerback who made 53 starts at Ole Miss and Ohio State. The 6-2, 189-pound cornerback showed well in press coverage – minus his tendency to commit penalties – and has the physicality needed to also be a solid run defender.

96. Seattle Seahawks: S Zakee Wheatley, Penn State

The Seahawks lost Coby Bryant in free agency and could stand to replenish their depth at the position. Wheatley (6-2, 201 pounds) is great against the run thanks to his downhill physicality and allowed a career-best 69.2 passer rating last season, per Pro Football Focus. He should quickly emerge as a well-rounded starter at the NFL level.

97. Minnesota Vikings: CB Malik Muhammad, Texas

The Vikings need to add more depth to their cornerback room. Muhammad has ideal coverage skills for the next level but comes with a slender frame (6-0, 182 pounds). He ran a 4.42-second 40-yard dash and could develop into a No. 2 cornerback for Minnesota.

98: Philadelphia Eagles: S Kamari Ramsey, USC

The Eagles lost safety Reid Blankenship in free agency. They could add a young player at the position to develop as a potential starter next to Andrew Mukuba. Ramsey is a quality athlete with great versatility. He played both safety positions and in the slot at USC and has good coverage instincts and play recognition skills.

99. Pittsburgh Steelers: RB Nicholas Singleton, Penn State

Kenneth Gainwell left the Steelers in free agency after posting a team-high 73 receptions last season. Pittsburgh could seek out a pass-catching running back to help replace his spot in its committee rotation.

Singleton was a prolific pass-catcher at Penn State, racking up 102 receptions for 987 yards and nine touchdowns across four seasons with the Nittany Lions. He also posted two 1,000-yard seasons as a rusher, so his production, along with his size (6-0, 219 pounds) and explosiveness, could make him a fun addition to Mike McCarthy's roster.

100. Jacksonville Jaguars: LB Harold Perkins Jr., LSU

Ventrell Miller is set to be a free agent after the 2026 NFL season, and the Jaguars could stand to upgrade over him anyway.

Perkins has elite speed and was an explosive, versatile playmaker during his four seasons at LSU. He racked up 220 tackles, 35.5 sacks, 17 sacks, five interceptions and eight forced fumbles while playing at linebacker and on the edge. His lack of size (6-1, 223 pounds) will likely limit his ability to do the latter at the NFL level, but that won’t stop him from being a game changer off the ball.

Pick change; previously DT Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana

When does Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft start?

• Time: 7 p.m. ET

The second day of the 2026 NFL Draft will begin at 7 p.m. ET. The San Francisco 49ers are slated to make the first pick of the day, and 68 total selections will be made across Rounds 2 and 3.

Teams will have seven minutes to make their selections during Round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft while the allotted time per pick will decrease to five minutes per pick in Round 3. The first round granted each club eight minutes to make its selection.