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2026 NFL mock draft: Jeremiyah Love goes top five, Cowboys trade up, Drake Maye gets a new weapon
TL;DR
In the latest 2026 NFL mock draft, Jeremiyah Love is projected to go in the top five, while the Cowboys are expected to trade up for a higher pick. Additionally, Drake Maye is set to receive a new weapon to enhance his performance.
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One of the joys -- and frustrations -- of mock drafting is that it's impossible to know everything. We can try our best to gather information, evaluate every player and every need and every front office tendency ... and we still won't get it right.
One of the biggest reasons we'll be wrong is trades. They happen every year. Last year had the Jaguars trading up from No. 5 to No. 2 for Travis Hunter Jr. and the Giants and Falcons trading back into the first round to take Jaxson Dart and James Pearce Jr., respectively. The year before, the Vikings moved up from No. 11 to No. 10 to take J.J. McCarthyand moved up from No. 23 to No. 17 to take Dallas Turner, the Lions moved up to take Terrion Arnold, the Chiefs moved up to take Xavier Worthy, and the Panthers moved up to take Xavier Legette. Phew!
With the history of trades in mind, I tried to be extra cognizant of the potential for reshuffling in this mock draft, and wherever I made a mock trade, I made sure to note both the reason for the move and the return, using a draft pick value chart. Let's begin.
NFL Mock Draft
Round 1
| Round 1 - Pick 1 team logo team logo player headshot Fernando Mendoza QB Indiana • Jr • 6'5" / 236 lbs | --- | --- | --- | ||||
| Round 1 - Pick 2 team logo team logo player headshot Arvell Reese EDGE Ohio State • Jr • 6'4" / 243 lbs | --- | --- | --- | ||||
| Round 1 - Pick 3 team logo team logo player headshot Spencer Fano OT Utah • Jr • 6'6" / 311 lbs |
Q&A
Why is Jeremiyah Love projected to go in the top five of the 2026 NFL draft?
Jeremiyah Love's strong performance and potential have positioned him as a top prospect, making him a likely top five pick in the upcoming draft.
Which team is expected to trade up in the 2026 NFL draft?
The Dallas Cowboys are anticipated to trade up to secure a higher draft position.
What new weapon will Drake Maye receive in the 2026 NFL draft?
Drake Maye is expected to gain a new offensive weapon, although specific details about the player have not been disclosed.
How do trades impact NFL mock drafts?
Trades can significantly alter draft predictions by reshuffling team priorities and player selections, making mock drafts inherently uncertain.
