2026 NFL Post-Free Agency Full One-Round Mock Draft For Every Team (Ep. 1983)

The FantasyPros Tailgate hosts Joey P, Derek Brown (D Bro), and Andrew Erickson conduct a collaborative post-free agency mock draft for the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Drawing on recent roster changes—like the Raiders adding Max Crosby and Linderbaum, the Jets plugging holes outside QB, and widespread OL and edge overhauls—they project picks based on needs, player traits, betting odds, and alternatives such as BPA versus premium positions. Discussions highlight tradeoffs, like balancing rookie QBs with vets (e.g., Kirk Cousins rumors) or prioritizing pass rush despite depth.

Picks 1-10: Fixing Foundations for Rebuilders

At No. 1, the Raiders stick with QB Fernando Mendoza, bolstered by their competent OL rebuild and Chip Kelly's exit, though a Cousins bridge is possible. The Jets (2) take EDGE Arvell Reese (8 sacks, 119 pass-rush snaps) as a high-upside chess piece alongside Will McDonald and J.J. Asai. Cardinals (3) address RT with Francis Mami (Miami), fitting GM Monti Ossenfort's Ohio State and premium-position patterns, passing on RB Jeremiah Love despite free agency RB adds like Tyler Allgeier.