Ranking the AFC's top NFL draft classes: Ravens, Chiefs headline

Over his final two seasons in Happy Valley, Ioane didn't allow a single sack and drew zero holding penalties. Young, a transfer from Michigan State, started all 13 games at the JACK position last season. He recorded a total of 23 tackles, including 9 solo tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss (TFL), and a team-high 9.0 sacks, along with one interception. His average of 0.69 sacks per game ranked him 19th nationally and fourth in the SEC. According to Pro Football Focus, he was the 34th-ranked pass rusher in the nation with a grade of 80.9, and He ranked 13th nationally among all edge players in Pass Rush Productivity (PRP) with a score of 10.5, which is calculated using a formula that combines sacks, hits, and hurries relative to the number of times he rushes the passer. PFF credited him with 37 quarterback hurries and nine quarterback hits. Lane finished his three-year USC career with 99 receptions for 1,363 yards and 18 touchdowns. In 11 games last season, Lane had 49 receptions for 745 yards and four scores. For Baltimore, this pick represents another step toward surrounding its offense with more dynamic weapons, giving OC Declan Doyle flexibility in how it deploys his passing attack moving forward.

Browns

The Browns landed a stud at No. 9 and could choose to play Fano at left tackle or offensive guard. They then secured their pass-catching duo of the future, snagging Denzel Boston and KC Concepcion in back-to-back picks. Stud Toledo safety Emmnuel McNeil-Warren dropped to pick 58 and could be a Day 1 starter.

Raiders

Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza was the expected No. 1 pick and gives Las Vegas a franchise quarterback. The Raiders received a fourth-round pick from the Texans to move down just two spots in the second round to No. 38, where they selected the dynamic Treydan Stukes, a versatile, physical defender with excellent speed. Keyron Crawford fits well in the Raiders' new 3-4 scheme, while Jermod McCoy was a likely first-round pick if not for injury.

Jets

Aaron Glenn's team chose Texas Tech pass rusher David Bailey over Arvell Reese at No. 2 in the first of their three first-rounders. The Jets doubled back and landed Kenyon Sadiq (16), who is the best tight end in the draft. The Jets then traded up to get WR Omar Cooper Jr. (30), giving QB Geno Smith another playmaker alongside Garrett Wilson. Indiana CB D'Angelo Ponds (50) is gritty and similar to coach Aaron Glenn. Florida State DL Darrell Jackson Jr. (103) and OL Anez Cooper (188) strengthen the trenches. The Jets took a chance on QB Cade Klubnik (110) in the fourth round.

Chiefs

Delane, Woods, Thomas, and Canady should thrive under longtime DC Steve Spagnuolo. Johnson should form a terrific 1-2 punch with Kenneth Walker III. Nussmeier was a solid pick at No. 3 behind Patrick Mahomes and Justin Fields.

Dolphins

The Dolphins prioritized size and stability by selecting Alabama left tackle Kadyn Proctor. Standing 6-foot-7 and over 350 pounds, Proctor earned a career-best 86.1 PFF grade in 2025. Miami addressed a weak secondary by drafting San Diego State CB Chris Johnson. Johnson finishing his final college season with an elite 91.6 PFF grade and a 16.1 passer rating allowed. Former Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez has an elite football IQ. Bell can generate separation on deep routes and create yards after the catch on shorter touches.

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