The final mock draft round-up for Nittany Lions players highlights projections for several athletes, including Drew Allar and Olaivavega Ioane, with varying predicted draft positions across major platforms. Key insights from ESPN, NFL Network, CBS Sports, and others are included.
Key points
Drew Allar projected between 65th and 157th overall
Olaivavega Ioane expected to go as high as 14th
Zane Durant's projections range from 137th to 157th
Multiple Nittany Lions players likely to be drafted
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 26: Zane Durant #DL08 of Penn State participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images) | Getty Images
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 26: Zane Durant #DL08 of Penn State participates in a drill during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 26, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images) | Getty Images
**Draft sites used: ESPN, NFL Network, CBS Sports, Yahoo, PFF**
*Previous mock draft projections in italics*
**Drew Allar**:
ESPN: **103rd to Jets (Reidâs April 20th mock)**, *85th to Steelers (Kiper, Miller, Reid, and Yatesâ April 2nd mock)*
NFL: **128th to Lions (Reuterâs April 20th mock),** *157th to Rams (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
**CBS:** *140th to Jets (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
PFF: *65th to Cardinals (McGuinnessâ March 16th mock)***,** *93rd to Rams (Chadwickâs March 9th mock)*
**Kaytron Allen:**
NFL: **90th to Dolphins (Reuterâs April 20th mock)***, 90th to Dolphins (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
CBS: *212th to Patriots (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
**Dani Dennis-Sutton**:
ESPN: **52nd to Packers (Reidâs April 20th mock),** *57th to Bears (Kiper, Miller, Reid, and Yatesâ April 2nd mock)*
NFL: **57th to Bears (Reuterâs April 20th mock)** *59th to Texans (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
CBS: **50th to Lions (Rennerâs April 19th mock),** *52nd to Packers (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)***,** *55th to Chargers (Edwardsâ March 13th mock)*
PFF: *57th to Bears (McGuinnessâ March 16th mock)***,** *84th to Packers (Wassermanâs February 23rd mock)*
**Zane Durant:**
ESPN: **157th to Lions (Reidâs April 20th mock)**
NFL: **137th to Eagles (Reuterâs April 20th mock),** *137th to Eagles (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
CBS: **69th to Giants** *(nice)* **(Rennerâs April 19th mock)** *134th to Raiders (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
**Olaivavega Ioane**:
ESPN: **14th to Ravens (Jordan Reidâs April 20th mock)**, *21st to Steelers (Kiper, Matt Miller, Jordan Reid, and Field Yatesâ April 2nd mock), 21st to Steelers (Kiperâs March 17th mock)***,** *14th to Ravens (Jordan Reidâs March 5th mock)*, *22nd to Chargers (Kiperâs February 24th mock. He had Vega 17th to the Lions in January)*
NFL: **21st to Steelers (Chad Reuterâs April 20th mock),** *14th to Ravens (Chad Reuterâs April 3rd mock)***,** *22nd to Chargers (Daniel Jeremiahâs March 17th mock)***,** *22nd to Chargers (Charles Davisâ March 5th mock)*, *14th to Ravens (Bucky Brooksâ February 24th mock)*
CBS: **15th to Bucs (Mike Rennerâs April 19th mock),** *15th to Bucs (Josh Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*, *14th to Ravens (Josh Edwardsâ March 13th mock)***,** *22nd to Chargers (Ryan Wilsonâs March 6th mock)*, *15th to Bucs (Mike Rennerâs February 24th mock)*
Yahoo: **21st to Steelers (Tice and McDonaldâs April 20th mock),** *16th to Jets via Colts (Tice and McDonaldâs April 1st mock)*, *16th to Jets* *via Colts* *(Tice and McDonaldâs March 18th mock)***,** *14th to Raiders via trade with Ravens (Tice and McDonaldâs March 6th mock)*, *22nd to Chargers (Tice and McDonaldâs February 19th mock)*
PFF: **23rd to Eagles (Nathan Jahnkeâs April 20th mock),** *21st to Steelers (Gordon McGuinnessâ March 16th mock)*, *22nd to Chargers (Max Chadwickâs March 9th mock)* *14th to Ravens (Dalton Wassermanâs February 23rd mock)*
**Nolan Rucci**:
ESPN: **252nd to Rams (Reidâs April 20th mock)**
CBS: *182nd to Bills (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
**Drew Shelton:**
NFL: **193rd to Giants (Reidâs April 20th mock)**
CBS: *120th to Packers (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
**Nicholas Singleton**:
ESPN: **160th to Packers (Reidâs April 20th mock),**
NFL: **140th to Jets (Reuterâs April 20th mock)**, *124th to Jaguars (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
CBS: *146th to Browns (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)*
PFF: *96th to Seahawks (Chadwickâs March 9th mock)*, *98th to Eagles (Wassermanâs February 23rd mock)*
**Zakee Wheatley**
ESPN: **98th to Packers (Reidâs April 20th mock),** *57th to Bears (Redâs March 5th mock)*
NFL: **99th to Steelers (Reuterâs April 20th mock)**, *149th to Browns (Reuterâs April 3rd mock)*
CBS: *68th to Eagles (Edwardsâ April 2nd mock)***,** *56th to Jaguars (Edwardsâ March 13th mock)*
PFF: *76th to Steelers (McGuinnessâ March 16th mock)***,** *72nd to Bengals (Wassermanâs February 23rd mock)*
**General thoughts so far:**
Another highly-regarded high school prospect quarterback who underachieved (for whatever reason you believe-talent, coaching, scheme, a mix?) at Penn State going to the Jets? Please no.
Sorry, but Singleton shouldnât be drafted ahead of Allen. He very well might be, but no.
Also, Jordan Reid not including Allen at all in his seven-round draft is bonkers.
Nicholas and DDS together? Nice.
As a Giants fan, I would definitely take Drew Shelton if they donât choose Ioane (Personally, I would love taking Caleb Downs fifth and Ioane 10th). I also would take Zane Durant.
**Itâs draft time!**
Q&A
What are the projected draft positions for Drew Allar in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Drew Allar is projected to be drafted between 65th and 157th overall, with specific predictions including 103rd to the Jets and 128th to the Lions.
Which teams are expected to draft Olaivavega Ioane in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Olaivavega Ioane is projected to be drafted as high as 14th by the Ravens and as low as 22nd by the Chargers, according to various mock drafts.
What is the latest mock draft position for Zane Durant?
Zane Durant is projected to be drafted 137th by the Eagles and 157th by the Lions, based on the latest mock drafts.
How many Nittany Lions players are expected to be drafted in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Several Nittany Lions players, including Drew Allar, Kaytron Allen, and Dani Dennis-Sutton, are expected to be drafted, with various predictions across multiple platforms.
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