Top Draft Needs of Every NFL Team in 2026 for Week 3
We're into Week 3 of the NFL season, and every team already has holes and needs. Some are short-term and can or may be addressed this year. Others will have to wait until the offseason, when the bulk of the teams' needs will be filled via April's draft.
Every week of the season, we'll break down each team's biggest needs and highlight potential 2026 draft prospects that could fill them.
The eventual end product will be a full 2026 draft big board for every team heading into the offseason.
All grades and rankings courtesy of the B/R NFL Draft Scouting Department.
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Arizona Cardinals
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Top Draft Needs
- 2nd Wide Receiver
- Linebacker
- Right Tackle
Top RT Fits on B/R Big Board
- Spencer Fano, Utah (No. 25)
- Francis Mauigoa, Miami (No. 15)
- Isaiah World, Oregon (No. 18)
While Paris Johnson Jr. has done an excellent job protecting the blindside in Arizona, the offense will likely be looking for someone to hold down the other edge. Current starting right tackle Jonah Williams and swing tackle Kelvin Beachum are both impending free agents this offseason.
Alabama's Kadyn Proctor and Utah's Caleb Lomu are ranked higher on B/R's big board than some of the tackles above, but both line up on the left side and Proctor might be a better fit at guard in the NFL.
Granted, World is currently Oregon's left tackle, but he at least has experience at right tackle going back to his 2022 season at Nevada.
That leaves Fano as the biggest name for the Cardinals to keep tabs on, right now. "Fano is an athletic, fluid mover and can be an asset in the run game right away," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said. "He also has the balance to stay centered and attached to rushers in pass protection."
Atlanta Falcons
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Draft Needs
- Linebacker
- 2nd Wide Receiver
- Tight End
Top TE Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
- Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
- Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)
The jury is still out on Kyle Pitts, and he's had a solid start to the 2025 campaign with 11 catches for 96 yards in the first two weeks. However, Pitts is still on a contract year and has been underwhelming for the majority of his tenure in Atlanta, meaning Terry Fontenot should at least be doing his homework on this year's tight end class.
Sadiq should be one of Fontenot's first studies as he's a fantastic athlete to contribute in the passing game and is a nasty blocker in the run game. Meanwhile, Endries and Klare both surpassed 600 receiving yards last year to be good pass-catching options if the Falcons move on from Pitts.
Baltimore Ravens
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Draft Needs
- Linebacker
- Interior Offensive Line
- Edge-Rusher
Top Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (No. 11)
- T.J. Parker, Clemson (No. 9)
- Matayo Uiagalelei, Oregon (unranked)
Mike Green has already flashed some of the upside that made him an early pick for the Ravens in the 2025 draft. However, they are still in need of a young player who could become a dominant force on the outside. While Green is a speedster on the outside, they could use a more well-rounded option to pair with him in the coming years.
Rueben Bain Jr. is the prototype they should be looking at. The 6'3", 275-pounder has heavy hands to set the edge and does a great job of converting speed to power. T.J. Parker isn't far behind him. Rushers like Kashius Howell are a little too undersized and similar to Green so someone like Uiagalelei (6'5", 272 pounds) who is another power rusher would work
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Buffalo Bills
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Draft Needs
- Interior Offensive Line
- Linebacker
- Safety
Top S Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Caleb Downs, Ohio State (No. 1)
- Dillon Thieneman, Oregon (No. 12)
- Zakee Wheatley, Penn State (unranked)
The Bills have tried a few things to replace Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde over the last few seasons, but they still haven't quite got it right. Cole Bishop is starting to show some progress, but they could use an upgrade over Taylor Rapp and Damar Hamlin.
Caleb Downs is going to be an upgrade for most secondaries. The Ohio State safety is the top overall player on our board and he projects to be a difference-maker early in his career. He's probably off the board by the time the Bills pick in 2026, but Dillon Thieneman's versatility as a player who can roll up into the box as a run defender would be enticing for Buffalo. Wheatley's range and ball skills as a former corner make him a name to watch
Carolina Panthers
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Draft Needs
- Center
- Safety
- Linebacker
Top LB Fits on B/R Big Board
- Sonny Styles, Ohio State (No. 29)
- Anthony Hill Jr., Texas (unranked)
- CJ Allen, Georgia (unranked)
With Christian Rozeboom being on a one-year contract and Trevin Wallace struggling to begin this season, the Pathers should look into this year's linebacker class.
Styles is the early favorite to be the top prospect at the position in 2026. He's a former defensive back who has the athleticism and instincts to be an immediate contributor in coverage. Also, the Ohio State product is physical and has potential to grow as a run defender with more time in the weight room.
Meanwhile, Hill is impressive against the run and offers value as an off-ball blitzer with 13 sacks during his first two seasons at Texas, and Allen can be a complete backer at the next level if his instincts improve.
Chicago Bears
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Draft Needs:
- Safety
- 2nd Cornerback
- Running Back
Top RB Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame (No. 4)
- Nicholas Singleton, Penn State (No. 19)
- Le'Veon Moss, Texas A&M (unranked)
The Bears were heavily linked to running back Ashton Jeanty during last year's draft, but the Las Vegas Raiders took Jeanty before Chicago had a chance to snag him. As a result, the club didn't address the position until round seven with Kyle Monangai, and D'Andre Swift is only signed through 2026.
If Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles are comfortable using their top draft pick on a running back again, then Love is their guy, given his do-it-all skillset. Meanwhile, Singleton is a good second option in case the Notre Dame product isn't available, and Moss could be a good scheme fit outside of the first round.
Cincinnati Bengals
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Draft Needs
- Edge-Rusher
- Interior Offensive Line
- Cornerback
Top S Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
- Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina (No. 14)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
The Bengals are in a tough spot. Joe Burrow is out for at least three months with toe surgery and there are still a lot of questions surrounding the defense. Specifically, the secondary still doesn't feel completely formed. Jordan Battle's play early in the season gives them potential answers at safety, but they might have to take another swing at cornerback.
Al Golden needs bigger, physical cornerbacks to field his defense. Jermod McCoy is the best all-around cornerback in the class so far, but Jalon Kilgore is a big physical defender who also has the versatility to play inside. Mansoor Delane would be a pure press corner with a lot of upside. The Bengals might not be as interested in Chandler Rivers (5'10", 185) or Avieon Terrell (5'10", 180) due to their lack of size.
Cleveland Browns
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Draft Needs
- Quarterback
- Wide Receiver
- Cornerback
Top CB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
- Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina (No. 14)
The Browns cornerback room was considered a strength not too long ago, but Denzel Ward is getting older, Martin Emerson is on the IR and both he and Greg Newsome are 2026 free agents.
That could force Jim Schwartz and Co. to target a new cornerback who can play press coverage on the outside. Schwartz tends to favor bigger, more aggressive cornerbacks and this class has a few that can fill that role. Jermod McCoy is our top corner regardless of scheme while Mansoor Delane has done enough this year to jump up the rankings. Jalon Kilgore would work as well, but his projection as an outside corner is a little less clean.
Dallas Cowboys
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Draft Needs:
- No. 2 Wide Receiver
- Running Back
- Offensive Tackle
Top OT Fits on B/R Big Board
- Caleb Lomu, Utah (No. 22)
- Isaiah World, Oregon (No. 18)
- Xavier Chaplin, Auburn (unranked)
While Tyler Guyton has time to turn things around, he's been a disappointment as a first-round pick so far. Barring a change of pace from Guyton, Dallas could be pushed to explore this year's left tackle options in the draft.
Alabama's Kadyn Proctor, Utah's Spencer Fano and Miami's Francis Mauigoa are ranked higher on B/R's initial big board than some of the players listed above.
However, Proctor might be a better fit at guard in the NFL, and Fano and Mauigoa are right tackles. That makes the three guys listed above better fits for the Cowboys, especially Lomu.
"Lomu is an outrageously smooth mover given his age and inexperience as a redshirt sophomore, while showing advanced skills in pass protection that signal future starting potential on the blind side upon entering the NFL," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.
Denver Broncos
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Draft Needs
- Wide Receiver
- Tight End
- Offensive Tackle
Top OT Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Spencer Fano, Utah (No. 25)
- Caleb Lomu, Utah (No. 22)
- Francis Mauigoa, Miami (No. 15)
Mike McGlinchey and Garett Bolles are both assets on the Broncos roster, but they are both north of 30 and the Broncos have a potential out in McGlinchey's contract at the end of the season. Sean Payton has valued athletic tackles who can move in space within their wide zone scheme.
There are few tackles in this year's class who already match that job description. The pair of tackles from Utah—Spencer Fano and Caleb Lomu—are lighter tackles at just a hair over 300 pounds and should have good athletic testing. Francis Mauigoa is also a good athlete in space. The Broncos might favor one of them over a bigger, mauling type like Kadyn Proctor.
Detroit Lions
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Draft Needs
- 2nd Edge Rusher
- Center
- Cornerback
Top CB Fits on B/R Big Board
- Chandler Rivers, Duke (unranked)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
- Malik Muhammad, Texas (No. 27)
While the Lions signed D.J. Reed in free agency this past spring and used a 2024 first-round pick on Terrion Arnold, Reed has had a tough start in the first two weeks of the season and Arnold had a rough rookie campaign. Also, Amik Robertson's contract expires in the offseason, so cornerback could be a need for Detroit.
Tennessee's Jermod McCoy is the highest-ranked corner on B/R's big board but barring a dramatic change, he like won't be available when the Lions are drafting. South Carolina's Jalon Kilgore is also graded higher than the three prospects above, but Kilgore plays a similar position to Brian Branch.
Meanwhile, Rivers could be a great replacement for Robertson as a smaller defensive back who has the versatility to line up inside or outside. Delane is having a strong campaign with an interception and four passes defended through three games, and Muhammad also has impressive ball skills.
"Muhammad's breakout last season came in the form of eight passes broken up to go along with his exceptional athleticism and physical play-style," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said.
Green Bay Packers
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Draft Needs
- Defensive Tackle
- Outside Cornerback
- Left Tackle
Top LT Fits on B/R Big Board
- Caleb Lomu, Utah (No. 22)
- Isaiah World, Oregon (No. 18)
- Xavier Chaplin, Auburn (unranked)
It wouldn't be surprising to see the Packers give Rasheed Walker a contract extension this offseason, given the 25-year-old's age (turns 26 in February) and how he's played over the last few years. But for now, Walker is on a contract year, so the front office might be exploring this year's tackle options in the draft.
Alabama's Kadyn Proctor, Utah's Spencer Fano and Miami's Francis Mauigoa are ranked higher on B/R's initial big board than some of the players listed above.
However, Proctor might be a better fit at guard in the NFL, and Fano and Mauigoa are right tackles. That makes the three guys listed above better fits for the Packers, especially Lomu.
"Lomu is an outrageously smooth mover given his age and inexperience as a redshirt sophomore, while showing advanced skills in pass protection that signal future starting potential on the blind side upon entering the NFL," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.
Houston Texans
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Draft Needs
- Interior Offensive Line
- Defensive Line
- Safety
Top S Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Caleb Downs, Ohio State (No. 1)
- Dillon Thieneman, Oregon (No. 12)
- Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo (unranked)
DeMeco Ryans has a history of getting the most out of his safeties. That trend has continued with Jalen Pitre as a safety-nickel hybrid and Calen Bullock, but C.J. Gardner-Johnson isn't a long-term answer. His stays with teams have been brief throughout his career and he's getting older.
Caleb Downs is going to be at the top of pretty much every safety board. The Texans would have a hard time moving up to draft him. However, Dillon Thieneman could make sense as the second-best safety in the class. But the intriguing fit would be Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. The Toledo defensive back just plays with the nasty demeanor that Ryans values in his safeties.
Indianapolis Colts
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Draft Needs
- Quarterback
- Linebacker
- Offensive Tackle
Top OT Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kadyn Proctor, Alabama (No. 3)
- Francis Mauigoa, Miami (No. 15)
- Spencer Fano, Utah (No. 25)
Braden Smith is holding down the right tackle spot in Indianapolis, but his injury history and expiring contract make his questionable for the 2026 Colts roster. Indianapolis could easily look for his replacement in the draft where there figures to be a deep class of tackle talent.
Kadyn Proctor leads the way in that department. The 6'7", 360-pound blocker obviously has size that you can't teach and he knows how to use that mass to drive blockers off the line of scrimmage. That should fit right into what Shane Steichen wants to do in the ground game. Francis Mauigoa fits that mold as well while tackles like Spencer Fano and Boise State's Kage Casey might be a little small for them.
Jacksonville Jaguars
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Draft Needs
- Safety
- Cornerback
- Interior Defensive Line
Top DL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Peter Woods, Clemson (No. 2)
- Keldric Faulk, Auburn (Unranked)
- Tim Keenan III, Alabama (unranked)
Josh Hines-Allen and Travon Walker are a good pass-rushing duo, but the Jaguars don't have much help outside of the two. Finding an interior pass-rusher who could push the pocket would solve a huge issue in the middle of their defense. Peter Woods is the defensive tackle that everyone is going to want in this draft class, but there are others who could help.
We have graded Keldric Faulk as an edge-rusher, but the 6'6", 285-pounder has a build that is reminiscent of Arik Armstead and he could work as his replacement. Tim Keenan III is more of a pure nose tackle, but that's a need the Jags have as well. He won't be ranked as highly as those who can be more consistent pass-rushers, but he's a high-floor pick who could bolster the youth of their d-line.
Kansas City Chiefs
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Draft Needs
- Defensive Line
- Safety
- Wide Receiver
Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State (No. 5)
- Ja'Kobi Lane, USC (No. 13)
- Denzel Boston, Washington (No. 20)
The Chiefs have spent a lot of resources trying to reload at wide receiver, but the results have been mixed. They've bet big on speed with acquisitions like Xavier Worthy and Hollywood Brown, but Worthy has to prove he can stay healthy and be more than a deep threat. Brown is likely a short-term bridge to a younger receiver room.
The dream scenario would be getting Jordyn Tyson. He's likely to go really early in the draft as the top receiver in the class, though. Both Ja'Kobi Lane and Denzel Boston could be more realistic targets who would give them something they don't have as bigger-bodied downfield threats.
Las Vegas Raiders
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Draft Needs
- Cornerback
- Linebacker
- Wide Receiver
Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State (No. 5)
- Ja'Kobi Lane, USC (No. 13)
- Denzel Boston, Washington (No. 20)
The Raiders seem set on finding big receivers who can make plays downfield. They added Jack Bech to the mix despite already having Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer on the roster. Fortunately for them, this year's draft class is full of players who are 6'2" or taller. If they want to continue to build a receiving room that looks like the Monstars they will have options.
Jordyn Tyson is actually not the biggest. At 6'2", 195 pounds he has the size to win over smaller defensive backs, but he's not necessarily huge. The fact that he can win at all three levels makes him and ideal player to become their WR1 down the road. Ja'Kobi Lane and Denzel Boston are both bigger-bodied receivers who can get vertical and give Geno Smith another vertical threat.
Los Angeles Chargers
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Draft Needs
- Cornerback
- Interior Defensive Line
- Edge-Rusher
Top Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- T.J. Parker, Clemson (No. 9)
- Reuben Bain Jr., Miami (No. 11)
- Cashius Howell, Texas A&M (No. 23)
Khalil Mack and Bud Dupree are short-term edge pieces for Jim Harbaugh. Tuli Tuipulotu is the only starter-worthy young edge on the roster while rookie Kyle Kennard could become a rotational pass-rusher. T.J. Parker and Reuben Bain Jr. are both tough edge-setters with the tools to become elite pass-rushers.
Cashius Howell won't be for everyone. At 6'4", 245 pounds, he's not the biggest edge rushers, but his length and athleticism could make him an ideal fit opposite Tuipulotu. He has an explosive first step and the versatility to get in a two-point stance and drop into coverage. A mor
Los Angeles Rams
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Draft Needs
- Quarterback
- Cornerback
- Offensive Tackle
Top OT Fits on B/R Big Board
- Spencer Fano, Utah (No. 25)
- Caleb Lomu, Utah (No. 22)
- Francis Mauigoa, Miami (No. 15)
There are a couple of signs pointing toward the Rams looking for offensive tackle help in this year's draft. Rob Havenstein is about to be a 34-year-old free agent and has been battling injuries for the last few years. Additionally, Alaric Jackson was diagnosed with blood clots, calling his long-term reliablity into question.
In other words, Los Angeles could be looking for either a right or left tackle in the spring. That should put the two bookends of Utah's offensive line on Les Snead's radar, especially Lomu.
"Lomu is an outrageously smooth mover given his age and inexperience as a redshirt sophomore, while showing advanced skills in pass protection that signal future starting potential on the blind side upon entering the NFL," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said via a mock draft that paired the Ute with the Rams.
Miami Dolphins
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Draft Needs
- Cornerback
- Offensive Tackle
- Tight End
Top TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
- Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
- Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)
The Dolphins traded away Jonnu Smith and signed Darren Waller. The latter is out and Miami is getting very little production out of the position. We saw how much more dangerous the offense was last season when they had a versatile tight end who could line up all over the formation and create yards after the catch.
Not only can Kenyon Sadiq do all of that, but he also is a good blocker in space. That being said, our top-ranked tight end Jack Endries still presents mismatch opportunities up the seam and in the middle of the field. Ohio State's Max Klare will be worthy of consideration as a big slot at 6'5", 243 pounds.
Minnesota Vikings
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Draft Needs
- Cornerback
- Free Safety
- Defensive Line
Top DL Fits on B/R Big Board
- LT Overton, Alabama (No. 17)
- Tim Keenan III, Alabama (unranked)
- Domonique Orange, Iowa State (unranked)
While the Vikings spent a lot of money on Javon Hargrave and Jonathan Allen this offseason, those two are already in their 30s and not the players they used to be. Also, Hargrave and Allen are on short-term contracts, and the front office traded Harrison Phillips at the end of training camp.
In other words, defensive tackle could be a draft need in Minnesota this spring. Overton would be a good long-term replacement for Hargrave or Allen, due to his position flexibility and potential in both phases of the game.
Keenan, who is currently recovering from tight rope surgery, and Orange are good replacement options for Phillips since the two prospects are known for being run-stuffers in the trenches.
New England Patriots
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Draft Needs
- Edge-Rusher
- Wide Receiver
- Cornerback
Top CB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
- Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina (No. 14)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
The Patriots are still awaiting the return of Christian Gonzalez, but his absence has shown the lack of depth behind the young star is lacking. Carlton Davis III is a good stop-gap option, but he'll be 29 next season and has a lengthy injury history.
Jermod McCoy remains the top cornerback on our board. He hasn't made his return from an ACL tear last season so he'll have to prove it when he gets on the field, but he has the fluid movement skills that all teams covet. Jalon Kilgore could wind up being a hybrid cornerback/safety, but Mike Vrabel is a good enough defensive coach to get the best out of him. B/R scout Daniel Harms is high on his "talent, football IQ and versatility."
New Orleans Saints
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Draft Needs
- Wide Receiver
- Cornerback
- Guard
Top G Fits on B/R Big Board
- Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech (unranked)
- Kadyn Proctor, Alabama (No. 3)
- Jaeden Roberts, Alabama (unranked)
The Saints are pretty set at offensive tackle after using first-round picks on Taliese Fuaga and Kevlin Banks in back-to-back drafts. But they could use help at guard since Trevor Penning and Dillon Radunz are impending free agents, and Cesar Ruiz has been playing poorly to begin this season.
To be honest, it's looking like slim pickings for this year's guard class. Auburn's Connor Lew, Alabama's Parker Brailsford and Iowa's Logan Jones are three out of the four top interior offensive linemen on B/R's big board. However, those three are natural centers that might be too light to play guard in the NFL.
That makes Rutledge the top true guard in the 2026 draft class and should push him up the Saints' board. The same logic applies to Roberts, B/R's second-best player at the position.
But if New Orleans wants to get creative with addressing the position, drafting Proctor and sliding him inside could be the move. The Alabama product has had issues holding down the edge in pass protection so far this season, meaning the switching positions in the NFL could be in order anyway.
New York Giants
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Draft Needs:
- Right Tackle
- Cornerback
- Linebacker
Top LB Fits on B/R Big Board
- Sonny Styles, Ohio State (No. 29)
- CJ Allen, Georgia (unranked)
- Deontae Lawson, Alabama (unranked)
With Micah McFadden entering a contract year and currently on injured reserve, on top of Bobby Okereke only being signed through 2026, the Giants could be looking for some linebacker help this spring.
Texas' Anthony Hill Jr. is the notable exclusion from the backers listed above. A big part of Hill's game is blitzing and rushing the passer. But defensive coordinator Shane Bowen is big on getting pressure with the front four, and New York has plenty of pass-rushers, making Hill less of a fit.
Meanwhile, the three prospects above are high-level athletes who can immediately contribute in coverage. All could use some work against the run, but Styles and Allen have shown promise in their ability to take on blocks. Lawson has a little more work to do in that department, though.
New York Jets
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Draft Needs
- Wide Receiver
- Defensive Line
- Quarterback
Top QB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina (No. 26)
- Garrett Nussmeier, LSU (No. 8)
- Drew Allar, Penn State (No. 16)
Offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand is currently making things work the best he can with Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor, but he is missing the pocket presence and arm of Jared Goff. The Jets could get the best of both worlds with LaNorris Sellers in next year's class. He's a 6'3", 240-pound athlete, but the ball also comes out of his hand with special velocity.
Garrett Nussmeier presents less athletic upside, but he might be the best offensive operator in the class. That would be a good fit with Engstrand after his tenure as the passing coordinator in Detroit. Drew Allar is another strong-armed prospect who needs to iron out some of the important details in his game.
Philadelphia Eagles
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Draft Needs:
- Tight End
- Cornerback
- Edge
Top EDGE Fits on B/R Big Board
- Cashius Howell, Texas A&M (No. 23)
- Matayo Uiagalelei, Oregon (unranked)
- David Bailey, Texas Tech (unranked)
Howie Roseman has done a good job of keeping the cupboard full when it comes to edge-rushers, helping to minimize the impact of losing Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham during the offseason.
While Nolan Smith and Jalyx Hunt are expected to take over, don't be surprised if Roseman addresses the position with a high draft pick this spring, just in case one of those two doesn't pan out as a starter. Also, it wouldn't be surprising if the general manager looks to restock the cupboard again.
Miami's Rueben Bain Jr. and Clemson's T.J. Parker are ranked higher on B/R's big board, but they are unlikely to be available when the Eagles are picking, which explains their exclusion. Meanwhile, the three pass-rushers above all have the athleticism to fit in Vic Fangio's defense on the edge.
Pittsburgh Steelers
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Draft Needs
- Quarterback
- Wide Receiver
- Cornerback
Top CB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
- Malik Muhammad, Texas (No. 27)
The Steelers already have a foundational piece at cornerback in Joey Porter Jr. and Jalen Ramsey is holding down the other cornerback spot in 2025. However, Ramsey's positional versatility and age could lead them to looking at taking another corner to pair with Porter for the future.
Ideally, that would be a more fluid coverage player to complement Porter's physcality and size. Jermod McCoy is the poster child of that archetype in the draft class. The 6'0", 193-pounder has to show he can do it after his 2024 ACL tear, but he's ultra-sticky in coverage. Mansoor Delane is already improving his stock at LSU while Muhammad has a lot of tape showing himself to be the kind of player the Steelers need.
San Francisco 49ers
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Draft Needs
- Wide Receiver
- Offensive Tackle
- Safety
Top S Fits on B/R Big Board
- Dillon Thieneman, Oregon (No. 12)
- Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo (unranked)
- Kamari Ramsey, USC (No. 24)
The 49ers lost Talanoa Hufanga in free agency and signed Jason Pinnock to a one-year deal to get by for this season. Also, Ji'Ayir Brown has barely seen the field in the first two weeks and is only under contract through 2026.
So, San Francisco could be looking for a long-term running mate for Malik Mustapha, who is currently on PUP after tearing an ACL for the second time since 2022.
While Ohio State's Caleb Downs is the top safety on B/R's big board, he's also the top player overall which will likely put him out of range for the 49ers. However, Thieneman is no slouch as the No. 2 prospect at the position.
"While Thieneman isn't Downs, he's a talented defender who was shining in a difficult situation while at Purdue," defensive back scout Daniel Harms said.
"Now in a winning environment and with a more talented defense, Thieneman can play all over for Oregon, including as a true deep-field defender. He's a willing tackler who showcases numerous examples of closing speed and range to make impact plays at every level."
Seattle Seahawks
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Draft Needs
- Interior Offensive Line
- Running Back
- Cornerback
Top CB Fits on B/R Big Board
- Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
- Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
- Malik Muhammad, Texas (No. 27)
Seattle's cornerback room has plenty of talent right now, but Tariq Woolen and Josh Jobe are impending free agents. That likely means John Schneider will be looking for at least one outside corner in the draft.
Schneider typically likes to go after prospects with good length to lock down the perimeter, and all three players above are listed at 6'0".
McCoy hasn't played yet this season after tearing an ACL in January but projects as the top corner in the 2026 draft class based on his body of work during the 2024 campagin.
Meanwhile, Delane has shown off some impressive ball skills with an interception and four passes defended in LSU's first three games of the season. And Muhammad has been solid as well with two passes defended while being stingy in coverage.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Top Draft Needs
- Edge Defender
- Linebacker
- Tight End
Top TE Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
- Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
- Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)
With Cade Otton's contract about to expire, Jason Licht will likely be exploring this year's tight end class. All three of the players listed above should be on Licht's radar, especially Endries, since he'd be a good YAC threat in Josh Grizzard's passing game.
"He's a strong catch-to-attack threat with his burst up the field and does a great job sitting down in soft spots, while finding space to exploit," tight ends scout Daniel Harms said of the Cal transfer.
"Endries has a good feel for playing the tight end position, with Cal's coaching staff moving him all over the formation last season."
Tennessee Titans
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Draft Needs
- Edge-Rusher
- Wide Receiver
- Tight End
Top TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
- Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
- Oscar Delp, Georgia (unanked)
Last week we featured some receivers that would make sense for the Titans. They could also opt to go the tight end route. They just have to improve Cam Ward's weaponry throughout his rookie contract.
If they let Chigoziem Okonkwo walk in free agency then finding a tight end like Kenyon Sadiq would be crucial. Sadiq is a versatile receiving weapon, but is also a useful blocker in space who could be weaponized in the run game. Jack Endries might offer some overlap with 2024 fourth-round pick Gunnar Helm, but he could make sense as a vertical seam threat. Oscar Delp would offer a similar fit with more projection.
Washington Commanders
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Draft Needs:
- Edge
- No. 2 Wide Receiver
- Tight End
Top TE Fits on B/R Big Board
- Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
- Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
- Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)
Zach Ertz will turn 35 years old in November and is in a contract year. John Bates is under contract until 2027, but is more of a blocking tight end. In other words, the Commanders should consider adding a difference-maker in the passing game at tight end this offseason.
The three prospects above headline the position group on B/R's big board and can make an impact as pass-catchers, especially the Oregon product.
"Sadiq is a fantastic athlete at the tight end position. He will make defenders miss in space or run them over and brings his lunch pail when working in-line and blocking," tight end scout Daniel Harms said. "Sadiq is poised to be the No.1 tight end this season in Oregon and has a huge opportunity in front of him.
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