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Why Jets drafted David Bailey instead of Arvell Reese at No. 2 in NFL Draft
Jets draft David Bailey instead of Arvell Reese at No. 2 in NFL Draft
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2026 NFL Draft tracker & results, full list of first-round picks
TL;DR
The 2026 NFL Draft has begun in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with the Las Vegas Raiders selecting Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza first overall. The night is expected to be filled with unpredictable picks and rumors.
Key points
- 2026 NFL Draft is underway in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Las Vegas Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza first overall
- The draft is expected to feature unpredictable picks
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The 2026 NFL Draft is officially underway in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with the first round on Thursday, April 23. As expected, the Las Vegas Raiders kicked off the festivities by selecting Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
It’s expected to be an unpredictable night of picks around the league, with plenty of rumors and uncertainty ahead of Thursday night.
If you missed out on Thursday night’s action, we have you covered.
A full look at the 2026 NFL Draft results can be seen below.
— Watch 2026 NFL Draft Round 1 live online on Fubo (free trial) —
2026 NFL Draft Round 1 Results
- Las Vegas Raiders – Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
- New York Jets – David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
- Arizona Cardinals
- Tennessee Titans
- New York Giants
- Cleveland Browns
- Washington Commanders
- New Orleans Saints
Q&A
Who was the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft was Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, selected by the Las Vegas Raiders.
When is the 2026 NFL Draft taking place?
The 2026 NFL Draft is taking place on Thursday, April 23.
Where is the 2026 NFL Draft being held?
The 2026 NFL Draft is being held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
