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How many QBs have been drafted in 2026? Live tracker for every quarterback pick in NFL Draft
TL;DR
The 2026 NFL Draft is expected to have fewer quarterbacks than usual, with notable names like Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson attracting attention. A live tracker is available for every quarterback pick.
Key points
- 2026 NFL Draft expected to have fewer quarterbacks than usual
- Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson are notable prospects
- The quarterback class is considered weaker than anticipated
- Live tracker available for quarterback picks
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How many QBs have been drafted in 2026? Live tracker for every quarterback pick in NFL Draft originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Quarterbacks are hardly conspicuous during the NFL Draft. It's a position of firebirds, leaving their marks on the gridiron one way or another.
Great quarterbacks can bring sides to heights never before seen. Poor ones can leave even the most well-rounded franchises in flux, fixed to the cellar of the NFL standings.
It's no surprise that it's the hurlers who capture most of the headlines, column space and airtime around draft season. That was somewhat the case ahead of the 2026 Draft, with Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson drawing intrigue.
Beyond them, though, the class has looked a far weaker proposition than front offices would have hoped. In fact, it seems possible -- even likely -- that the 2026 class will feature fewer quarterbacks than most.
The Sporting News is tracking every quarterback selection in the 2024 NFL Draft. Follow along with the picks below.
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How many QBs have been drafted in 2026?
At present, two quarterbacks have been taken in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mendoza was the favorite to hear his name called first in the proceedings, having established himself as a cut above his passing counterparts during his Heisman- and national championship-winning campaign at Indiana.
Alabama QB Ty Simpson was widely considered to be the No. 2 QB in this year's class. The reached high to corral him, selecting him with the No. 13 pick — much higher than most draft experts expected.
Q&A
How many quarterbacks were drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The exact number of quarterbacks drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft is still being tracked as the event unfolds.
Who are the top quarterback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson are among the top quarterback prospects drawing significant interest in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Why is the 2026 quarterback class considered weaker than usual?
The 2026 quarterback class is viewed as weaker due to a lack of standout talent compared to previous years.
Where can I find a live tracker for the 2026 NFL Draft quarterback picks?
A live tracker for every quarterback pick in the 2026 NFL Draft can be found on various sports news websites.
