AI predictions for the 2026 NFL Draft first round reveal surprising outcomes, including Fernando Mendoza going first to the Raiders and Arvell Reese to the Jets. Notably, the Lions may secure a top player at No. 17.
Key points
AI predicts the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Fernando Mendoza is projected as the first pick by the Raiders.
Arvell Reese is expected to go to the Jets at No. 2.
The Lions may secure the best overall player at No. 17.
Seahawks are set to pick last at No. 32.
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Weβre all trying to figure out how the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft will play out. So we asked the computers.
It returned some interesting outcomes. For instance, Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey is headed to New York alright β¦ just not the Jets. The Lions may get the steal of the draft at No. 17, where they land arguably the best overall player this class. And wait till you see who falls all the way to the Super Bowl champion Seahawks at No. 32.
Who are the top predicted picks in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The top predicted picks include Fernando Mendoza, a QB from Indiana going to the Raiders, and Arvell Reese, an Edge/LB from Ohio State going to the Jets.
What team is projected to get the best overall player in the draft?
The Detroit Lions are projected to land the best overall player at No. 17 in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Which team is expected to draft at No. 32 in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Seattle Seahawks are expected to draft at No. 32 in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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