Top Draft Needs of Every NFL Team Before 2025 Trade Deadline Deals

We're one week closer to the NFL trade deadline. That leaves several teams with holes that will be addressed through trades, and others who will have to wait for the 2026 draft with boards starting to take shape as the college football season rolls on.

Every week of the season, we'll break down each team's biggest needs and highlight potential 2026 draft prospects who 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.

Arizona Cardinals

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Iowa State DT Domonique Orange

Top Draft Needs

1. 2nd Wide Receiver
2. Right Tackle
3. Cornerback

Top NT Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Tim Keenan III, Alabama (unranked)
2. Domonique Orange, Iowa State (unranked)
3. Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State (unranked)

The Cardinals have Dalvin Tomlinson under contract through next season, so nose tackle isn't a pressing need. However, he turns 32 in February, and the organization would save $9.4 million in cap space by letting him go in the offseason, according to Over The Cap.

Also, the veteran's backup is currently PJ Mustipher, who is struggling and on just a one-year contract. So, general manager Monti Ossenfort should at least explore this year's draft class at the position.

All three defensive linemen above are stout run defenders who can take on double teams and plug gaps in the middle of the trenches.

Keenan has flashed intriguing athleticism in the past, but he hasn't looked the same this season after undergoing tightrope surgery on his ankle two months ago.

Meanwhile, Orange has shown decent quickness and movement skills for his size, and Jackson has intriguing length at 6'5" and what appears to be a pair of very long arms. The latter will get confirmed or denied during the Senior Bowl and/or NFL combine.

Atlanta Falcons

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Texas A&M CB Will Lee III

Draft Needs

1. 2nd Wide Receiver
2. Linebacker
3. Cornerback

Top CB Fits on B/R Big Board

1. A.J. Harris, Penn State (unranked)
2. Will Lee III, Texas A&M (unranked)
3. Keith Abney II, Arizona State (unranked)

Cornerback is a new addition to the Falcons' top draft needs and hasn't been discussed yet since A.J. Terrell signed a contract extension ahead of the 2024 campaign. However, Mike Hughes has regressed after a promising season, so the defense could afford to upgrade the corner spot opposite Terrell.

Since Atlanta currently doesn't have a first- or second-round pick and might prioritize other positions in the draft, the prospects above were selected because they have third-round grades by B/R's scouting department.

Also, all three have good size and length to cover on the perimeter in the NFL, especially the 6'3", 190-pound Lee.

Baltimore Ravens

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Florida Edge Tyreak Sapp

Draft Needs

1.  Interior Offensive Line
2.  Edge-Rusher
3.  Wide Receiver

2nd Tier Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Tyreak Sapp, Florida (unranked)
•  David Bailey, Texas Tech (unranked)
•  Zion Young, Missouri (unranked)

We've previously touched on how the top of the edge-rusher class fits in with the Ravens. However, it's a need that they might feel they should wait to draft based on their previous approach to the position. Mike Green, Adisa Isaac and Tavius Robinson are all recent Day 2 or 3 selections at the position.

Looking at this year's class, this trio of edge-rushers would make sense as picks in a similar range.

Tyreak Sapp would be an ideal edge-setting run defender in Baltimore's system. David Bailey was featured in Bruce Feldman's annual list of exceptional athletes and the Ravens have favored elite athletes at the position. Young has been highly productive, but he will also only be 21 years old if he enters the 2026 draft, which should make him more interesting to Baltimore.

Buffalo Bills

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Texas A&M LB Taurean York

Draft Needs

1.  Interior Offensive Line
2.  Linebacker
3.  Safety

2nd Tier LB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Whit Weeks, LSU (unranked)
•  Taurean York, Texas A&M (unranked)
•  Isaiah Glasker, BYU (unranked)

Sonny Styles and CJ Allen have already been tabbed as great fits to replace Matt Milano if the Bills want to target an off-ball 'backer early in the draft.

However, that's not how they found Milano in the first place, and it's easy to see them putting the position on the back-burner during the draft.

Whit Weeks remains a solid Bills fit. Like Texas A&M's Taurean York, he is a bit undersized. However, that hasn't stopped the Bills from targeting linebackers before and both have excellent instincts and coverage chops. Both could be special teamers early on before taking over as linebackers.

Isaiah Glasker is a different prospect at 6'5", 240 pounds, but he always finds himself around the ball and has potential as a blitzer as well.

Carolina Panthers

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Illinois WR Hank Beatty

Draft Needs

1. Center
2. Linebacker
3. Safety

Top WR Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Germie Bernard, Alabama (unranked)
2. Ja'Kobi Lane, USC (unranked)
3. Hank Beatty, Illinois (unranked)

Wide receiver hasn't been discussed yet for the Panthers and isn't listed as one of the top draft needs above because they've used first-round picks on Xavier Legette and Tetairoa McMillan in the last two drafts. Also, second-year pro Jalen Coker was a promising rookie last year.

Outside of McMillan, though, the team's offense has had minimal production from the position this season, as Legette is trending toward being a bust and Coker has spent the first six weeks on injured reserve.

So, it's in Carolina's interest to keep tabs on a few mid-round receiver prospects in this year's draft class.

Bernard could be a good complement to the 2025 No. 8 overall pick, given his ability to create separation and line up in the slot or outside. Meanwhile, Lane is a boundary receiver who can win down the field, and Beatty would be a good option on the interior.

Chicago Bears

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Draft Needs:

1. Left Tackle
2. Safety
3. Edge-Rusher

2nd Tier S Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Zakee Wheatley, Penn State (unranked)
2. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo (unranked)
3. Tao Johnson, Utah (unranked)

Safety was discussed previously for the Bears since it will be one of the team's biggest needs with Jaquan Brisker, Kevin Byard III and Jonathan Owens all scheduled to hit free agency this offseason. 

However, the focus last time was on the top prospects at the position, so let's take a look at a few second-tier defensive backs in the 2026 draft class on B/R's big board.

"Wheatley consistently finds the football and makes plays from a single-high alignment better than any safety in this class," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said in the Nittany Lion's scouting report. 

"He's coming off his best season in 2024, where he racked up 96 total tackles (58 solo), three tackles for loss, one sack, three interceptions, four passes defensed, two fumble recoveries, and a forced fumble."

"Something must be in Toledo's water, because the Rockets have another hard-hitting, multi-talented defensive back who is going to make an NFL impact in Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. The safety is a physical tone-setter, who understands how to put his stamp on a football game." – Harms

"Defenders with a nose for the football find ways to make plays, and Johnson fits the bill while entering his third season playing safety for the Utes. …His instincts and closing speed form a good combo to trigger downhill, and he's growing to trust his eyes." – Harms

Cincinnati Bengals

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LSU CB Mansoor Delane

Draft Needs

1.  Cornerback
2.  Edge-Rusher
3.  Interior Offensive Line

Top CB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Mansoor Delane, LSU (unranked)
•  Jermod McCoy, Tennessee (No. 7)
•  Malik Muhammad, Texas (No. 27)

The Bengals have a lot of needs on defense, but acquiring a shutdown corner would be a huge step in the right direction. Their secondary continues to get bullied most weeks and a cover corner who could give them an identity there remains one of the biggest needs on the roster.

Mansoor Delane has spent this season at LSU proving he can be that kind of player. B/R scout Daniel Harms gives him a comparison to Quinyon Mitchell in his scouting report. Jermod McCoy still has to prove that he can return to his level of play once he fully recovers from an ACL tear, but he came into the season as our top-ranked corner. Malik Muhammad has been a reliable option in coverage for Texas this season and continues to thrive in coverage despite the need for additional bulk.

Cleveland Browns

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Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza

Draft Needs

1.  Quarterback
2.  Wide Receiver
3.  Cornerback

Top QB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Fernando Mendoza, Indiana (No. 6)
• Dante Moore, Oregon (unranked)
• Ty Simpson, Alabama (unranked)

We kicked off the season talking about the Browns quarterback big board. It's safe to say a lot has changed since then.

Dillon Gabriel has struggled, the club doesn't seem interested in playing Shedeur Sanders and the conversation around the 2026 QB class has shifted dramatically. Names such as Drew Allar, Cade Klubnik and Arch Manning have dropped and players like Dante Moore and Ty Simpson have played themselves into the discourse.

One thing that hasn't changed is how high B/R scout Dame Parson is on Fernando Mendoza. Parson praised his "speed of his mental process, paired with his quick decision-making, will fit into most NFL offensive concepts/structures," while comparing him to Matt Ryan as a prospect.

Mendoza's processing, accuracy and arm would make him a quality fit in Cleveland who could move them past their historic quarterback woes.

Dallas Cowboys

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Ohio State LB Arvell Reese

Draft Needs:

1. No. 2 Wide Receiver
2. Cornerback
3. Linebacker

Top LB Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Arvell Reese, Ohio State (unranked)
2. Anthony Hill Jr., Texas (unranked)
3. Whit Weeks, LSU (unranked)

Linebacker hasn't been listed as a top draft need for the Cowboys until this week, since DeMarvion Overshown was playing well last year before suffering an injury, and they spent a third-round pick on Marist Liufau in 2024. 

However, Overshown is still on PUP and may not be the same when he returns, and Liufau hasn't played well during his career so far. Also, Kenneth Murray and Jack Sanborn have been struggling, and both are impending free agents.

Considering Dallas heads into Week 7 with the fourth-worst rushing defense in the league, the team could really use a run-stuffer on the second level.

All three prospects above can take on that role, especially Reese, who has the most impressive upper-body strength in this year's linebacker class to take on blocks from offensive linemen.

Denver Broncos

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Baylor TE Michael Trigg

Draft Needs

1. Wide Receiver 
2. Tight End
3. Offensive Tackle

2nd Tier TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Michael Trigg, Baylor (unranked)
• Oscar Delp, Georgia (unranked)
• Eli Stowers, Vanderbilt (unranked)

We've discussed the Broncos' long-term need at tight end before. The top of the tight end class gives them the ability to potentially find a more complete player than Evan Engram who could contribute as more than a big slot receiver.

This week, we'll focus in on the second-tier tight end fits. These players won't likely be in the first round conversation, but they make some sense as a later-round target for Denver.

Michael Trigg has some Engram vibes to his game. At 6'4", 240 pounds he's a doppelganger who has the ability to create some mismatches with linebackers and safeties. There isn't much blocking to speak of, but Sean Payton could make it work.

Oscar Delp isn't much bigger at 6'5", 245 pounds, but he's another seam threat who could help replace Engram. Eli Stowers plays the vast majority of his time at Vanderbilt in the slot and could have a similar role in the league.

Detroit Lions

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Toledo S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren

Draft Needs

1. 2nd Edge-Rusher
2. Center
3. Cornerback

Top S Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Toledo (unranked)
2. Keon Sabb, Alabama (unranked)
3. Robert Spears-Jennings (unranked)

Safety isn't a pressing need for the Lions, hence why it isn't listed above. However, the defense could use an extra strong safety so Brian Branch can go back to primarily being a nickelback, especially since Amik Robertson has been Detroit's primary slot corner and is in a contract year.

All three prospects listed above can fill that role, especially McNeil-Warren, who should fit in perfectly with the culture Dan Campbell has built over the last few years.

"Something must be in Toledo's water, because the Rockets have another hard-hitting, multi-talented defensive back who is going to make an NFL impact in Emmanuel McNeil-Warren," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said.

"The safety is a physical tone-setter, who understands how to put his stamp on a football game."

Green Bay Packers

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Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq

Draft Needs

1. Defensive Tackle
2. Outside Cornerback
3. Left Tackle

Top TE Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
2. Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
3. Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)

Tight end won't be a top need for the Packers as long as Tucker Kraft is around, which is why it isn't listed above. However, he is only signed through next season, and Green Bay has had minimal production out of Luke Musgrave.

So, if Matt LaFleur wants to lean on 12 personnel next season and/or have a backup plan in case Kraft leaves during free agency in 2027, the organization should take a long look at this year's tight end class. On top of that, Sadiq might be hard to pass up with a late-first-round pick.

"Sadiq is one of the most physical and impactful blockers in the entire class," tight ends scout Daniel Harms wrote in the Oregon product's scouting report.

"Add in his explosive ability down the field and after the catch to maximize any passing attack, and he's the TE1 in this class. Sadiq is a former 4-star recruit, and his athletic ability as a multi-sport standout has transitioned to the football field, showcasing his incredible potential as a pass-catcher."

Houston Texans

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Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq

Draft Needs

1.  Interior Offensive Line
2.  Defensive Line
3.  Offensive Tackle

Top TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
• Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
• Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)

Dalton Schultz remains one of the Houston Texans' most reliable receivers. He's second on the team in yards and has good chemistry with C.J. Stroud. However, he's nearly 30 years old and his contract expires at the end of the 2026 season.

He doesn't offer a ton of explosiveness after the catch, so it would be good to pair him with a younger tight end who could offer that while also training to replace Schultz.

Kenyon Sadiq is the top tight end in the class. He would instantly add a new dimension to the Texans' passing attack with his ability to play all over the formation and block in space. He's one of the few prospects in the class who could help with the run and passing game.

Max Klare doesn't get a lot of love within the Ohio State offense. That didn't stop B/R scout Daniel Harms from comparing him to Mark Andrews in his scouting report, though.

Indianapolis Colts

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Auburn edge Keldric Faulk

Draft Needs

1.  Linebacker
2.  Offensive Tackle
3.  Defensive Line

Top Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Rueben Bain Jr., Miami (No. 11)
• T.J. Parker, Clemson (No. 9)
• Keldric Faulk, Auburn (unranked)

Defensive end doesn't immediately come to mind when thinking of the Colts' biggest needs.

Laiatu Latu is playing really well, Kwity Paye isn't bad and they just spent a second-round pick on Ohio State star J.T. Tuimoloau.

Unfortunately, Paye is in a contract year, and Tuimoloau hasn't been able to get on the field much in his first season. That could open the door for the Colts to invest in another pass-rusher much earlier than expected.

If that's the case, the trio of Rueben Bain Jr., T.J. Parker and Keldric Faulk are probably the ones worth the cost.

Bain has become the top edge prospect in the draft based on his play with the Hurricanes this season. Parker's production has been a bit disappointing, but the physical tools are there for him to still be a high pick.

Faulk gets the nod over the likes of Cashius Howell for his ability to set the edge in the run game in addition to his power rush arsenal.

Jacksonville Jaguars

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Indiana WR Elijah Sarratt

Draft Needs

1.  Safety
2.  Cornerback
3.  Defensive Line

2nd Tier WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Elijah Sarratt, Indiana (unranked)
•  Germie Bernard, Alabama (unranked)
•  Josh Cameron, Baylor (unranked)

The Jaguars continue to look like a much-improved offense with Liam Coen calling the shots, but there is still some room to grow in the receiver corps.

Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter are obviously the featured targets as former first-round picks, but it's fair to wonder if they'll be interested in giving Dyami Brown some competition for the third receiver spot in the offense.

One type of receiver that could help is a power slot who could be a threat in the red zone. Travis Hunter has only seen two targets in the red zone, while Brown and Thomas are tied for the most at five.

Elijah Sarratt, Germie Bernard and Josh Cameron are in the middle class of this receiver class, but they are all well-built slot options who would give them another bully to work with close to the endzone.

Kansas City Chiefs

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Utah S Tao Johnson

Draft Needs

1.  Defensive Line
2.  Safety
3.  Wide Receiver

2nd Tier S Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Keon Sabb, Alabama (unranked)
• Tao Johnson, Utah (unranked)
• A.J. Haulcy, Iowa (unranked)

The Chiefs have had a lot of success drafting defensive backs on Day 2 and 3 of the draft. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo knows what he's looking for, and Brett Veach has done a great job of identifying those players.

Ideally, the Chiefs could find another savvy, versatile safety who can find work in three-safety sets for their defense moving forward.

Keon Sabb is an experienced safety at Alabama with experience playing multiple roles within the Tides defensive structure. That's something that should be appealing to the Chiefs.

Tao Johnson is a converted receiver with great recovery speed to track the ball in the air. He's another unique player the Chiefs could maximize. A.J. Haulcy is more of a hybrid linebacker, but that's something that could work in Kansas City, too.

Las Vegas Raiders

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Clemson DT Peter Woods

Draft Needs

1.  Cornerback
2.  Linebacker
3.  Edge-Rusher

Top DL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Peter Woods, Clemson (No. 2)
• Christen Miller, Georgia (unranked)
• Zane Durant, Penn State (unranked)

The Raiders got a perfect interior complement to Maxx Crosby in Christian Wilkins on paper. Unfortunately, that experiment only lasted five games and the Raiders weren't able to find anything close to a replacement going into 2025.

There aren't a ton of game-changers on the interior in this draft class, but Peter Woods has the potential to get there.

The Clemson product is the top-ranked interior defender in our rankings, and he could do a lot of what Wilkins was expected to do.

B/R scout Matt Holder noted Woods is "a great run defender, the top defensive tackle and a top five overall prospect in the 2026 NFL draft class" in his scouting report. Christen Miller is coming along as another potential 3-tech who could go in the first round.

Zane Durant is a slightly rougher projection because he's a little undersized at under 300 pounds, but he's one of the few tackles in this class with true disruption potential with his lightning-quick first step.

Los Angeles Chargers

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Michigan TE Marlin Klein

Draft Needs

1. Cornerback
2. Interior Defensive Line
3. Interior Offensive Line

2nd Tier TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Marlin Klein, Michigan (unranked)
• Eli Raridon, Notre Dame (unranked)
• Joe Royer, Cincinnati (unranked)

Jim Harbaugh's love for tight ends is well-known at this point. One of the first moves for the Chargers under Joe Hortiz and Harbaugh was to sign Will Dissly. The veteran will be in the final year of his contract in 2025, and it wouldn't be surprising to see L.A. target a young tight end to pair with Oronde Gadsden. The rookie is having a strong debut season, but he's more of a receiver.

Marlin Klein (6'6", 250), Eli Raridon (6'7", 252) and Joe Royer (6'5", 250) are all bigger tight ends who aren't really in the conversation to be first- or second-round picks.

They would fit the Chargers' ethos as strong blockers who could develop into the kind of weapon that would allow the Bolts to be a good 12 personnel team.

Los Angeles Rams

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Northwestern OT Caleb Tiernan

Draft Needs

1. Quarterback
2. Offensive Tackle
3. Cornerback

2nd Tier OT Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern (unranked)
2. Kage Casey, Boise State (unranked)
3. Jude Bowry, Boston College

The Rams' offensive tackle situation was discussed previously, but the focus there was on the top prospects at the position.

So, let's dive into a few second-tier tackles if Les Snead opts to prioritize other spots on the roster first, and the three players listed above currently have late-second to third-round grades from B/R's scouting department.

Tiernan has risen up B/R's board recently, primarily due to his success in pass protection. Also, he has great size for an NFL offensive tackle, listed at 6'7" and 325 pounds on the Wildcats' roster. 

"Casey is a solid all-around blocker, who operates from a firm, square base with good processing skills, hand placement and very good play strength," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said in his scouting report.

"These traits keeps him on time and in good position, allowing him to mute average athletic ability and arm length."

"Bowry is a twitchy, explosive mover, who is fluid to his landmarks with flashes of brilliance mixed in that indicate starter-level ability. Bowry's promise is offset with by technique that gets him into too many compromising positions resulting in an unrefined player still figuring things out a month into the season." – Thorn

Miami Dolphins

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Auburn OT Xavier Chaplin

Draft Needs

1.  Cornerback
2.  Wide Receiver
3.  Offensive Tackle

2nd Tier OT Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Xavier Chaplin, Auburn (unranked)
•  Jude Bowry, Boston College (unranked)
•  Isaiah World, Oregon (unranked)

The Dolphins have a quality left tackle prospect on the roster in Patrick Paul. However, Larry Borom is manning the right side. That's something Miami will want to fix in the offseason, especially with that being Tua Tagovailoa's blind side.

The top of the tackle board hasn't changed much. Spencer Fano, Caleb Lomu and Kadyn Proctor are still going to top a lot of boards. However, there's an interesting group of tackles who could go outside of the first round.

We've focused on ones who bring a lot of athleticism to the table even if their games aren't refined. Xavier Chaplin drew a comparison to Paul in his scouting report, making him the top fit in Miami's scheme.

Minnesota Vikings

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Georgia DT Christen Miller

Draft Needs

1. Cornerback
2. Defensive Line
3. Safety

2nd Tier DL Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Christen Miller, Georgia (unranked)
2. Zane Durant, Penn State (unranked)
3. Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State (unranked)

Defensive tackle was discussed previously for the Vikings, but the focus there was on the top prospects at the position during the beginning of the season. Since then, a few players have risen up B/R's board, and there are a few second-tier options for Minnesota to keep tabs on.

Miller has been a big riser over the last couple of months. He's always been a stout run defender and has shown some impressive athleticism and quickness to develop as a pass-rusher at the next level.

Plus, the Bulldog is versatile along the defensive line, which would be a great fit with a creative defensive coordinator like Brian Flores.

Meanwhile, Durant and Jackson can also play a handful of alignments up front and are good at stopping the run. One big difference between the two is size, as the Penn State product stands at 6'1", 287 pounds, and the Seminole is 6'5", 337 pounds.

New England Patriots

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Georgia LB CJ Allen

Draft Needs

1.  Edge-Rusher
2.  Cornerback
3.  Wide Receiver

Top LB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Sonny Styles, Ohio State (No. 29)
• CJ Allen, Georgia (unranked)
• Arvell Reese, Ohio State (unranked)

Mike Vrabel is still in the process of imprinting his culture and personality on the Patriots. Finding a gritty linebacker to lead the defense in the same way he did as a player would be a good step in that direction.

Robert Spillane is a fine veteran starter, but the Patriots could use an upgrade beside him.

Sonny Styles is the top-rated linebacker in the class. The former safety has good coverage skills and would pair well with Spillane while he puts on a little more muscle.

CJ Allen brings a lot of similar things to the table and turns 21 in March as B/R scout Matt Holder noted in his scouting report. Arvell Reese is a little different as he's more of a downhill run player, but he would be the kind of tone-setter who could easily take over for Spillane.

New Orleans Saints

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Georgia TE Oscar Delp

Draft Needs

1. Wide Receiver
2. Guard
3. Cornerback

Top TE Fits on B/R's Big Board

1. Michael Trigg, Baylor (unranked)
2. Oscar Delp, Georgia (unranked)
3. Marlin Klein, Michigan (unranked)

Tight end likely won't be one of the Saints' top priorities during the draft, hence why the position isn't listed above. However, Taysom Hill, Foster Moreau and Jack Stoll are all impending free agents in the offseason, and Juwan Johnson turns 30 next September.

So, the front office should at least explore a few mid-round options, and the three prospects above currently have third-round grades from B/R's scouting department.

Trigg is used more like a big slot receiver, and he's had impressive production with 29 catches for 439 yards and four touchdowns in six games this season.

Meanwhile, Delp and Klein are more traditional tight ends, and the former could be a good security blanket for Spencer Rattler or whoever is behind center in New Orleans.

"The 6'5", 245-pound senior is a fantastic option in the middle of the field with good ball skills, alignment versatility and looks to be a focal point in the red zone," tight ends scout Daniel Harms said of Delp.

New York Giants

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Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq

Draft Needs

1. Right Tackle
2. Cornerback
3. Tight End

Top TE Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon (No. 30)
2. Jack Endries, Texas (No. 21)
3. Max Klare, Ohio State (unranked)

Tight end hasn't been discussed for the Giants since they spent a fourth-round pick on Theo Johnson in 2024.

However, Johnson hasn't had a game with more than 35 receiving yards through the first six games of this season. Also, Daniel Bellinger, the team's No. 2 at the position, is in a contract year.

So, New York should take a long look at this year's tight end class, starting at the top with Kenyon Sadiq.

"Sadiq is one of the most physical and impactful blockers in the entire class," tight ends scout Daniel Harms wrote in the Oregon product's scouting report.

"Add in his explosive ability down the field and after the catch to maximize any passing attack, and he's the TE1 in this class. Sadiq is a former 4-star recruit, and his athletic ability as a multi-sport standout has transitioned to the football field, showcasing his incredible potential as a pass catcher."

New York Jets

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Iowa State DL Domonique Orange

Draft Needs

1.  Quarterback
2.  Wide Receiver
3.  Defensive Line

2nd Tier DL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

• Domonique Orange, Iowa State (unranked)
• Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State (unranked)
• Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati (unranked)

Aaron Glenn's defenses in Detroit benefited from a deep rotation of interior defensive linemen who could play the run and had some versatility. In New York, Quinnen Williams does most of the heavy lifting inside.

Finding someone who could take some of that burden away and anchor the run defense would be huge, but the Jets probably have to use their early draft picks on offense.

That opens the door for the Jets to target their interior defensive line need a little later in the draft.

Orange (6'4", 325) and Jackson (6'5", 337) are both massive nose tackles who also have some alignment versatility. They are run-first defenders, but that's OK if they free up Williams. Corleone is an incredible athlete at 6'1", 335 pounds and would be an ideal nose tackle for Glenn.

Philadelphia Eagles

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Clemson CB Avieon Terrell

Draft Needs

1. Tight End
2. Cornerback
3. Edge

Top CB Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Avieon Terrell, Clemson (unranked)
2. Domani Jackson, Alabama (unranked)
3. Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State (unranked)

Philadelphia could use some cornerback help on the other side of Quinyon Mitchell. While the position was discussed earlier in the season, there are a few corners who have stood out since then for Eagles fans to take note of, especially the Clemson product.

"Terrell is a competitor and showcases the best zone-coverage eyes among the nation's corners," Harms wrote in the Tigers' scouting report. "He also brings NFL bloodlines as the younger brother of former Clemson corner A.J. Terrell.

"[Avieon] is a true junior and piled up 19 starts across 27 games played for the Tigers, and brings a ton of college football experience for a 20-year-old. He racked up 82 tackles, 4.5 for loss, 19 pass breakups, three interceptions, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and a sack in his first two seasons."

Pittsburgh Steelers

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Duke OL Brian Parker II

Draft Needs

1.  Quarterback
2.  Wide Receiver
3.  Cornerback

Top IOL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Francis Mauigoa, Miami (No. 15)
•  Emmanuel Pregnon, Oregon (unranked)
•  Brian Parker II, Duke (unranked)

Interior offensive line isn't the most pressing need for the Steelers. In fact, Zach Frazier is providing stellar play at center, Isaac Seumalo is a solid veteran starter, and Mason McCormick has not played himself out of the right guard spot.

However, smart teams stay a year or two ahead of offensive-line needs and that means drafting a replacement for soon-to-be 32-year-old Seumalo is on the table for Pittsburgh.

Francis Mauigoa is easily the top guard on our big board if he makes the conversion from tackle. He's the kind of tough, physical lineman the Steelers have typically valued in their draft process.

However, they have also shied away from pure maulers on the interior, so they may favor more athletic guards such as Emmanuel Pregnon and Brian Parker II over traditional road-graders like Georgia Tech's Keylan Rutledge or Penn State guard Olaivavega Ioane.

San Francisco 49ers

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Utah edge John Henry Daley

Draft Needs

1. Offensive Tackle
2. Wide Receiver
3. Guard

Top Edge Fits on B/R Big Board

1. R Mason Thomas, Oklahoma (unranked)
2. John Henry Daley, Utah (unranked)
3. Romello Height, Texas Tech (unranked)

Adding an edge-rusher won't be a pressing need in San Francisco after spending a first-round pick on Mykel Williams last April and with Nick Bosa scheduled to return from injury next season. 

However, Yetur Gross-Matos is an impending free agent, and Bryce Huff can be let go in the offseason to save $17.1 million in cap space with no dead cap, per Over The Cap. So, the 49ers should at least look into a few mid-round options to give the defense a third-down rusher off the bench.

The three prospects above currently have third-round grades from B/R's scouting department and can get after the quarterback.

Thomas is a quick-twitch rusher who can turn speed to power. Daley is an impressive athlete and has eight sacks in six games, while Height has 4.5 sacks and has a handful of moves he can win with.

Seattle Seahawks

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Clemson CB Avieon Terrell

Draft Needs

1. Interior Offensive Line
2. Cornerback
3. Edge

2nd Tier CB Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Avieon Terrell, Clemson (unranked)
2. Domani Jackson, Alabama (unranked)
3. Davison Igninosun, Ohio State (unranked)

While cornerback was discussed previously for the Seahawks, the focus there was on the top prospects. Considering the team has several free agents at the position (Riq Woolen, Josh Jobe and Derion Kendrick), it's worth keeping tabs on a few second-tier corners in the 2026 draft class.

From the players above, the biggest name to remember is a familiar one in the NFL since the Clemson product's brother, A.J. Terrell, has become a quality defensive back over the last few years. And the younger Terrell is poised to make a name for himself at the next level.

"Avieon Terrell is a competitor and showcases the best zone-coverage eyes among the nation's corners," Harms wrote in his scouting report. "...[He] gets proper depth in zone coverage and uses exceptional eyes to break on route concepts and throws."

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Washington RB Jonah Coleman

Draft Needs

1. Edge Defender
2. Linebacker
3. Tight End

Top RB Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Jonah Coleman, Washington (unranked)
2. Kaytron Allen, Penn State (unranked)
3. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State (unranked)

Running back is far from a pressing need as long as Bucky Irving is in Tampa Bay, which is why the position isn't listed above. However, Rachaad White is an impending free agent and may not get re-signed since Irving is the team's lead back. 

So, GM Jason Licht should at least explore some mid-round options in the draft class to potentially replace White, especially the Washington product, who has drawn comparisons to a former Pro Bowler for the Bucs.

"Coleman is a reincarnation of the 'Muscle Hamster,' Doug Martin," running backs scout Dame Parson said.

"The Washington ball-carrier is a squatty, bowling ball of a running back, with great patience and footwork in congested spaces...At 5'9" and 228 pounds, Coleman is difficult to bring down but displays the ability to be a high-volume runner."

Tennessee Titans

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Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson

Draft Needs

1.  Edge-Rusher
2.  Wide Receiver
3.  Interior Offensive Line

Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board

•  Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State (No. 5)
•  Makai Lemon, USC (unranked)
•  Chris Brazzell II, Tennessee (unranked)

Brian Callahan has been fired as the Titans head coach, which means it's a good time to reevaluate what their big board might look like when it comes to receiver.

Calvin Ridley has not had great chemistry with Cam Ward, and Elic Ayomanor's rookie season points to him being a strong No. 2 rather than the elite boundary receiver the team needs to pair with the quarterback going forward.

One thing that hasn't changed is Jordyn Tyson is still the best fit for that mold.

B/R scout Damian Parson noted he has "crisp route running ability" and he "creates ample separation against man coverage. He attacks angles and leverages well and with intent to quickly step on the defensive back's toes."

Outside of Tyson, it would make sense for them to target other strong separators in this class including USC's Makai Lemon and Tennessee burner Chris Brazzell II.

Washington Commanders

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Baylor TE Michael Trigg

Draft Needs

1. Edge
2. No. 2 Wide Receiver
3. Guard

2nd Tier TE Fits on B/R Big Board

1. Michael Trigg, Baylor (unranked)
2. Oscar Delp, Georgia (unranked)
3. Marlin Klein, Michigan (unranked)

With Zach Ertz scheduled to be a 35-year-old free agent this offseason, tight end will likely be a significant need for the Commanders.

While the position was discussed previously, the focus there was on the top prospects, and other holes on the roster have popped up since then. 

So, it's worth taking a look at the second-tier tight ends in this year's class.

Of the players above, Trigg would be the most natural replacement for Ertz. The Baylor product is used more like a big slot receiver, similar to the veteran's role in Washington, and he's managed to rack up 29 catches for 439 yards and four touchdowns in six games for the Bears this season.

Meanwhile, Delp and Klein are more traditional tight ends, and the former could be a good security blanket for Jayden Daniels.

"The 6'5", 245-pound senior is a fantastic option in the middle of the field with good ball skills, alignment versatility and looks to be a focal point in the red zone," tight ends scout Daniel Harms said of Delp.