NFL Draft results 2026: Pick-by-pick tracker for every selection

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The 2026 NFL Draft has begun, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza expected to be the first overall pick. Teams like the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals are also anticipated to make significant selections.

Key points

2026 NFL Draft has started
Fernando Mendoza likely first overall pick
New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals among top teams
Live tracking of picks available

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 celebrates with his brother Alberto Mendoza #16 of the Indiana Hoosiers after defeating the Miami Hurricanes 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) | Getty Images The time for NFL mock drafts has finally come to an end. Now the picks are for real. The 2026 NFL Draft begins now, and soon enough the talking will end and the picks will start coming in. You can find out what time your team will pick here. We have every expectation that quarterback Fernando Mendoza will be the first player selected, and there is a lot to like about his game. Mendoza sat down with *SB Nation* earlier this week to talk about his journey to this moment, and what he will bring to an NFL roster. After that, however, is anyone’s guess. Will the New York Jets draft David Bailey at No. 2? When will ? Is truly QB2 or will LSU’s make a following the discovery of a cyst on his spine, that likely contributed to his struggles last season? And what about some sleepers in the draft? We’ll be tracking the picks live as they are turned in. For grades, we will have you covered here. Until the draft begins, you can check out our Top 100 players, or join the . If you are looking for the picks, here you go: **Round 1**

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Who is expected to be the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza is expected to be the first player selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Which teams have the top picks in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Las Vegas Raiders, New York Jets, and Arizona Cardinals hold the top three picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.

What position is Fernando Mendoza playing in the NFL Draft?

Fernando Mendoza is a quarterback entering the NFL Draft.

What notable players are projected to be drafted after Mendoza?

Players like David Bailey and Caleb Downs are among those expected to be drafted shortly after Fernando Mendoza.

Pick	Team	Player	Position	School
1	Las Vegas Raiders
2	New York Jets
3	Arizona Cardinals
4	Tennessee Titans
5	New York Giants
6	Cleveland Browns
7	Washington Commanders
8	New Orleans Saints
9	Kansas City Chiefs
10	New York Giants (via CIN)
11	Miami Dolphins
12	Dallas Cowboys
13	Los Angeles Rams (via ATL)
14	Baltimore Ravens
15	Tampa Bay Buccaneers
16	New York Jets (via IND)
17	Detroit Lions
18	Minnesota Vikings
19	Carolina Panthers
20	Dallas Cowboys (via GB)
21	Pittsburgh Steelers
22	Los Angeles Chargers
23	Philadelphia Eagles
24	Cleveland Browns (via JAX)
25	Chicago Bears
26	Buffalo Bills
27	San Francisco 49ers
28	Houston Texans
29	Kansas City Chiefs (via LAR)
30	Arizona Cardinals (via MIA)
31	New England Patriots
32	Seattle Seahawks

NFL Draft results 2026: Pick-by-pick tracker for every selection

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