The 2026 NFL Draft's Day 2 begins at 7 p.m. ET, featuring several top prospects still available. A new mock draft predicts selections for Rounds 2 and 3, starting with the San Francisco 49ers at No. 33.
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Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft starts at 7 p.m. ET
Multiple trades and surprises are expected
Top prospects still available include projected first-round picks
San Francisco 49ers pick at No. 33
Mock draft predicts selections for Rounds 2 and 3
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As expected, the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft featured multiple trades and surprises. The same is expected for Day 2, which takes place on Friday and gets underway at 7 p.m. ET. Several top prospects, including some projected as first-round picks, are still available.
Below we examine a new 2026 NFL mock draft, one that projects each selection in Rounds 2 and 3, from the San Francisco 49ers at No. 33 to the Jacksonville Jaguars at No. 100.
33. San Francisco 49ers: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
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With a heavy run on offensive tackles, the 49ers slide back and land a first-round talent at the top of the second round while acquiring more draft selections. Had he not torn an ACL that forced him to miss the entire 2025 season, McCoy would have likely been a first-round pick. But now some NFL docs are worried about a potential degenerative knee condition too. If healthy, McCoy has CB1 potential, so itās great value here at 33.
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The Cardinals donāt get to solidify their offensive line or grab their potential QB of the future, so they stick with the best player available mantra. Love will help transcend the offense. C.J. Allen will do the same on defense, giving the Cards a linebacker capable of covering sideline to sideline.
Perhaps not liking their options at the end of the first or just believing they could still land one of their top targgets at 35, the Bills slide back a bit and still provide a big boost to their defense. McNeil-Warren was widely expected to be a first-round pick, yet the 6-foot-3 safety is somehow still on the board.
Now that they have Fernando Mendoza, itās time the Raiders supply him with a strong supporting cast. While Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty will relieve pressure, the Raiders need a reliable go-to receiver. At 6-foot-4, Boston will be hard to miss, and heāll give Mendoza or Kirk Cousins a big target for the red zone.
He wonāt replace Dexter Lawrence as a pass-rusher, but adding Arvell Reese helps in that area. Meanwhile, the Giants land arguably the best run-stuffing defensive tackle in the draft with Kayden McDonald. Thereās upside for him to develop into an above-average pass-rusher too.
38. Houston Texans (via WAS): Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech
The Texans are in desperate need of improved play from their nose tackles. Enter Lee Hunter, whoās a stout run defender that may not offer much on pass-rushing downs early on. Yet, Hunter uses strong hands to create havoc in the backfield, which should help him find an immediate role with Houston.
Myles Garrett is coming off a record-setting season. Imagine how much more effective he could be if he wasnāt facing frequent double-teams? T.J. Parker wonāt just show up on passing downs, heāll also make plays behind the line of scrimmage on rushing downs as well.
The Chiefs boost Patrick Mahomesā supporting cast in the early second with a 6-foot-2, 220-pound receiver who clocked a 4.4-second 40 yard dash. As someone who is quick, yet can generate YAC, thereās WR1 potential here for Bell in Kansas City.
The Bengals traded their first-round pick for an impact defender. Now itās time to get Joe Burrow more help in the form of a more stable offensive interior. Emmanuel Pregnon is a very powerful blocker who should quickly develop into a sturdy pass protector.
The Saints wasted no time getting Tyler Shough a weapon in the first round. But with Cameron Jordan still unsigned in free agency, the Saints really need another top-notch pass-rusher. Howell is a quick, bendy pass-rusher who has a high ceiling, posting two seasons with 9.5 or more sacks in college.
An outside candidate to land at the end of the first, the Dolphins are thrilled to land Zion Young at 43, whom they were likely considering at 27 too. Young has a high floor as a run-stuffer, and thereās an even higher ceiling the 6-foot-6, 265-pound athlete could unlock as a pass-rusher too.
44. New York Jets (via DAL): Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
The New York Jets are having a fantastic NFL Draft, which is to be expected when you make three first-round picks. Theyād be doing more jumping jacks if Colton Hood, a late-first-round talent, fell to 44. The feisty 6-foot cornerback would certainly be one of Aaron Glennās favorites thanks to his physicality and desire to never back down.
Empowering Lamar Jackson is the theme here. Baltimore already reinforced the offensive interior after losing Tyler Linderbaum. Now itās time to get the former NFL MVP a reliable weapon who can be used all over the field. Bernard wonāt wow anyone with any of his athletic measurables, but he does everything well.
There was some talk that the Bucs could address the MLB spot vacated by Lavonte David in the first round, but they understandably took Rueben Bain instead. However, now one could argue that Tampa Bay still gets the second-best linebacker prospect in Jacob Rodriguez who boasts a very high IQ as someone whoās played multiple positions (even QB).
After trading their first-round pick for Sauce Garder, this is the Coltsā first selection and they use it to strengthen a defense that fell apart down the stretch last season. Hill packs a punch at 6-foot-2, 240 pounds, yet he has the speed (4.51 40 time) to make explosive plays too.
Atlantaās first selection after last yearās James Pearce trade addresses one of the Falconsā biggest weaknesses. Miller learned from the likes of Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter, and his non-stop motor will serve him well at the next level too.
The Vikings made a surprise pick, addressing arguably their greatest need in the first. Now they find a fix for their other glaring need. Stukes was mentioned as a fast draft riser and potential first-round pick, and coaches love his positional versatility. The 6-foot-2, defensive back is battle-tested covering the slot, and he clocked a freakish 4.33-second 40 time.
Seeking a long-term partner in crime opposite Aidan Hutchinson, the Lions may have finally found their fix in R Mason Thomas. While the 6-foot-2 pass-rusher is a bit undersized, heās also one of the quickest speed rushers in the draft class. Heāll be effective on the turf at Ford Field.
McNeil-Warren may have been in under consideration in the first. Yet, the Panthers may have still found a starter in A.J. Haulcy at 51. He has excellent range, he might even develop into a ballhawk at the next level while still racking up tackles.
We canāt imagine a better scenario for a Packers team that recently admitted theyāll be adding cornerbacks through the draft. Terrell may not have CB1 potential, but he could quickly develop a reputation for being one of the best nickelbacks in football, and heās the younger brother of Falcons standout A.J. Terrell.
The Steelersā offensive line overhaul continues. Bisontis had an outside shot at landing at the ned of the first, but the Steelers are thrilled to land one of the best guard prospects in the draft class at 53.
After losing Jaelan Phillips to the Panthers in free agency, the Eagles had a need to add to their pass-rushing depth. Jacas got better each year at Illinois, capping off his college career with a 12-sack season. Heāll continue that growth in Philly.
Perfect Harbaugh pick. Dunker is a grinder who played tackle in college, but may project better at guard in the NFL. Heās a powerful people mover that Chargers fans will quickly become endeared to.
56. Jacksonville Jaguars: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
Jacksonvilleās first pick of the draft, the Jaguars need more playmakers in their secondary. Thatās part of why they were so eager to move up for Travis Hunter last year. That work continues with Cisse, who is an explosive athlete that boasts a high ceiling.
The Bears go to their cross-state rivals to find their next pass-rusher in Derrick Moore, who recorded a high pressure rate in his final season with the Wolverines. Thereās hope he can build on his growth in Chicago.
58. San Francisco 49ers: Caleb Tiernan, OT, Northwestern
Itās time to find a potential long-term replacement for Trent Williams. At 6-foot-7, 325 pounds, Tiernan clearly has an NFL body. Now heāll get to learn from a future Hall of Famer.
59. Houston Texans: Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
With both of Houstonās starting linebackers set for free agency after the upcoming season, perhaps itās time to invest in the future. Golday is an exciting prospect who stands 6-foot-4, yet boasts the athleticism to excel in coverage with a bit more experience.
60. Chicago Bears (via BUF): Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa State
Nicknamed āBig Citrusā, Orange is an intimidating presence at 6-foot-4, 325 pounds. Heās not only powerful, but also boasts a quick first step that could wreak havoc in the pros.
Davante Adams is headed into the final year of his contract. Puka Nacua is too. While the Rams would like to find another receiver who could develop into a starter, this may be Matthew Staffordās final season, so why not build a stronger supporting cast? Williams may be a slot-only receiver but the 6-foot athlete with 4.4 speed could develop into something more.
Denverās first selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, Denver continues their offseason theme of trying to maximize Bo Nixās potential. Eli Stowers may not have the burning speed of Kenyon Sadiq, but the 6-foot-4 tight end still clocked an impressive 4.51 40 yard dash and he should make an immediate impact in Denver.
The Patriots reinforced the offensive line earlier, now itās time to reinforce Mike Vrabelās defense by drafting the son of Jeremiah Trotter (also Eagles LB Jeremiah Trotter Jrās brother). To no surprise, the former NFL playerās son has a high football IQ that coach Vrabel will appreciate.
After failing to find a trade down partner at 32, the Seahawks would surely like to try again here. But if theyāre forced to stick and pick again, letās go with Dāangelo Ponds, who helped the Hoosiers win a national championship. Heās undersized at 5-foot-8, but Ponds makes up for it with splashy athleticism that includes a blistering 4.38-second 40 time.