The Atlanta Falcons completed their 2026 NFL Draft class, selecting several key players including CB Avieon Terrell and WR Zachariah Branch. General manager Ian Cunningham effectively filled team needs without overreaching.
Key points
Atlanta Falcons completed their 2026 NFL Draft class
Selected key players including Avieon Terrell and Zachariah Branch
GM Ian Cunningham effectively filled team needs
Draft included selections at multiple positions
Analysis includes grades for each pick
Atlanta FalconsAvieon TerrellZachariah BranchKendal Daniels
The Atlanta Falcons have finished assembling their 2026 NFL Draft class, adding ? new players in Rounds 2-7. First-year Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham operated the draft like a veteran GM, adding value and filling needs without reaching.
After selecting Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch on Day 2, the team added traded down in the fourth round before selecting Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels, defensive tackle Anterio Thompson, linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. and offensive tackle Nolan Onianwa.
So now that the 2026 NFL Draft has concluded, let's check out each of the Falcons' selections. Here's a look at the team's 2026 draft class, including analysis and pick grades below.
Round 2, Pick 48: CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson
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Pick Grade: A
The Atlanta Falcons selected Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell with the 48th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday evening. Terrell is the little brother of Falcons star cornerback A.J. Terrell. The Tigers standout joins a talented secondary with a chance to eventually start alongside his brother.
Round 3, Pick 79: WR Zachariah Branch, Georgia
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Pick Grade: A-
The Atlanta Falcons have selected Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, filling arguably the team's biggest need with a local prospect. Branch recorded 81 catches for 811 receiving yards and six touchdowns last season.
Q&A
Who were the key players selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Falcons selected CB Avieon Terrell, WR Zachariah Branch, LB Kendal Daniels, DT Anterio Thompson, LB Harold Perkins Jr., and OT Nolan Onianwa.
What strategy did Falcons GM Ian Cunningham use during the 2026 NFL Draft?
Ian Cunningham operated the draft like a veteran GM, adding value and filling needs without making unnecessary reaches.
What positions did the Falcons address in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Falcons addressed several positions including cornerback, wide receiver, linebacker, defensive tackle, and offensive tackle.
How did the Falcons perform in the 2026 NFL Draft according to the analysis?
The analysis provides grades for each pick, indicating that the Falcons made solid selections that met their team needs.
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Round 4, Pick 134: LB Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma
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Pick Grade: C
After trading back 12 spots with the Las Vegas Raiders, the Atlanta Falcons selected Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft (pick No. 134 overall). The Sooners standout originally played safety but is expected to move to a full-time linebacker role in Atlanta.
Round 6, Pick 208: DT Anterio Thompson, Washington
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Pick Grade: B-
The Atlanta Falcons selected Washington defensive tackle Anterio Thompson with the first of two sixth-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. This was the pick that Atlanta acquired in their Day 3 trade with the Las Vegas Raiders. Thompson gives the Falcons a quality depth piece who can play nose tackle and the 3-tech. Last season, Thompson recorded 30 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks for the Huskies.
Round 6, Pick 215: LB Harold Perkins Jr., LSU
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Pick Grade: B+
With the second of their two sixth-round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons selected LSU linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. at No. 208 overall. Perkins is another athletic linebacker prospect with a ton of versatility. Some scouts aren't sure where the Tigers standout will play in the NFL, but the Falcons have done well with these type of hybrid linebacker prospects under defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.
Round 7, Pick 231: OT Ethan Onianwa, Ohio State
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Pick Grade: B-
The Atlanta Falcons finally added an offensive lineman, using the 231st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to take Ohio State offensive tackle Ethan Onianwa. The 6-foot-7 former Buckeye played sparingly at both guard spots in 2025, but he started at left tackle in 2024. He can provide depth at both offensive tackle spots in 2026.
Falcons 2026 NFL Draft class:
Round 2, Pick 48:CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson
Round 3, Pick 79: WR Zachariah Branch, Georgia
Round 4, Pick 134: LB Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma
Round 6, Pick 208: DT Anterio Thompson, Washington
Round 6, Pick 215: LB Harold Perkins Jr., LSU
Round 7, Pick 231: OT Nolan Onianwa, Ohio State
The Falcons have already started signing undrafted free agents, so check back soon for an updated list of UDFA signings.
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A detailed view of the stage showing a still of Fernando Mendoza of the Indiana on screen after being selected first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A general view of the draft tent is seen prior to Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A detailed view of the Las Vegas Raiders pick is in for the first overall pick during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: David Bailey of Texas Tech poses after being selected second overall pick by the New York Jets during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell looks on during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love of Notre Dame celebrates after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love (R) of Notre Dame poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love (R) of Notre Dame hugs NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: David Bailey of Texas Tech poses after being selected second overall pick by the New York Jets during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate of Ohio State poses after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate (R) of Ohio State shakes hands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) celebrates after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate of Ohio State celebrates after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Arvell Reese (R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected fifth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Mansoor Delane (R) of LSU poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected sixth overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Arvell Reese of Ohio State celebrates after being selected fifth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles of Ohio State celebrates after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Mansoor Delane of LSU celebrates after being selected sixth overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (R) of Ohio State talks with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (R) of Ohio State hugs with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jordyn Tyson (R) of Arizona State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eighth overall pick by the New Orleans Saints during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (2R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (2L), Lynn Swann (L) and Jerome Bettis (R) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa (R) of Miami poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Monroe Freeling is selected by the Carolina Panthers as the number 19 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks is selected by the Minnesota Vikings as the number 18 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Clemson Tigers offensive lineman Blake Miller is selected by the Detroit Lions as the number 17 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jordyn Tyson (R) of Arizona State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eighth overall pick by the New Orleans Saints during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs of Ohio State celebrates after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs of Ohio State celebrates after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs (R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Kadyn Proctor (R) of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected twelfth overall pick by the Miami Dolphins during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs (R) of Ohio State hugs with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Kadyn Proctor of Alabama poses after being selected twelfth overall pick by the Miami Dolphins during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Ty Simpson (R) of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected thirteenth overall pick by the Los Angeles Rams during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Terry Bradshaw waves to fans on stage during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A detailed view of the stage showing a still of Fernando Mendoza of the Indiana on screen after being selected first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A detailed view of the stage showing a still of Fernando Mendoza of the Indiana on screen after being selected first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A general view of the draft tent is seen prior to Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: A detailed view of the Las Vegas Raiders pick is in for the first overall pick during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: David Bailey of Texas Tech poses after being selected second overall pick by the New York Jets during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell looks on during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love of Notre Dame celebrates after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love (R) of Notre Dame poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jeremiyah Love (R) of Notre Dame hugs NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected third overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: David Bailey of Texas Tech poses after being selected second overall pick by the New York Jets during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate of Ohio State poses after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate (R) of Ohio State shakes hands with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) celebrates after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate of Ohio State celebrates after being selected fourth overall pick by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Arvell Reese (R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected fifth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Mansoor Delane (R) of LSU poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected sixth overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Arvell Reese of Ohio State celebrates after being selected fifth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles of Ohio State celebrates after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Mansoor Delane of LSU celebrates after being selected sixth overall pick by the Kansas City Chiefs during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (R) of Ohio State talks with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (R) of Ohio State hugs with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jordyn Tyson (R) of Arizona State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eighth overall pick by the New Orleans Saints during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Sonny Styles (2R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (2L), Lynn Swann (L) and Jerome Bettis (R) after being selected seventh overall pick by the Washington Commanders during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa (R) of Miami poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Monroe Freeling is selected by the Carolina Panthers as the number 19 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks is selected by the Minnesota Vikings as the number 18 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Clemson Tigers offensive lineman Blake Miller is selected by the Detroit Lions as the number 17 pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Jordyn Tyson (R) of Arizona State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eighth overall pick by the New Orleans Saints during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Francis Mauigoa of Miami celebrates after being selected tenth overall pick by the New York Giants during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs of Ohio State celebrates after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs of Ohio State celebrates after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs (R) of Ohio State poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Kadyn Proctor (R) of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected twelfth overall pick by the Miami Dolphins during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Caleb Downs (R) of Ohio State hugs with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected eleventh overall pick by the Dallas Cowboys during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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2026 NFL Draft: Best photos from Round 1
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Kadyn Proctor of Alabama poses after being selected twelfth overall pick by the Miami Dolphins during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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2026 NFL Draft: Best photos from Round 1
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Ty Simpson (R) of Alabama poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (L) after being selected thirteenth overall pick by the Los Angeles Rams during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
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2026 NFL Draft: Best photos from Round 1
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Terry Bradshaw waves to fans on stage during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
