Overview
- Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is still widely projected to go No. 1 to the Raiders, with most mocks treating the top pick as a formality.
- The Giants now control the 10th pick after a reported deal sending defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals, reshaping the top 10 and giving New York two early shots.
- Kansas City has discussed a move with Arizona for the No. 3 pick, according to PHNX Sports via talkSPORT, as teams like the Cowboys weigh trade-ups for top pass-rushers.
- League evaluators warn the defensive tackle pool lacks clear first-round grades, with Peter Woods, Kayden McDonald and Christen Miller named most often and some expecting the first DT late in Round 1.
- Multiple clubs hold two first-rounders this year, and Bucs GM Jason Licht underscored a defense-focused board, reflecting a class deeper at edge rusher, wide receiver and offensive tackle than at defensive tackle.