Top Draft Needs of Every NFL Team in 2026 for Week 14
As more teams get eliminated from NFL playoff contention and turn their eyes to the offseason, the 2026 NFL Draft comes into focus.
Every week of the season, Bleacher Report writer Alex Ballentine and B/R NFL Scouting Dept.'s Matt Holder will 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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Top Draft Needs
Top RT Fits on B/R Big Board
Right tackle has been discussed a couple of times for the Cardinals–in Week 3 and Week 10–but let's continue to work down B/R's big board. Meanwhile, the Texas product listed above has climbed the rankings recently and has some experience holding down the right edge.
"Goosby is a young, inexperienced tackle with vines for arms and very good play strength who operates with the feel of a more experienced player," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said in the Longhorn's scouting report.
"His high cut frame results in middling lateral quickness, but he makes up for it with sound positional leverage, length and strength that signal an ascending player who will compete for a starting job sooner rather than later."
Atlanta Falcons
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: CB
While this week's focus is on a secondary need for the Falcons, the club should be paying close attention to Indiana cornerback D'Angelo Ponds during the upcoming College Football Playoffs.
"Ponds is the type of competitive, athletic and playmaking cornerback that coaches want in their secondary," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said.
"He plays bigger than his size and doesn't back down to any receiver. With great footwork, feel for space and timing, Ponds continuously makes plays on the football and frustrates receivers with his closing speed and attention to detail.
Top RT Fits on B/R Big Board
It's been a while since finding a potential replacement for Kaleb McGary has been discussed (Week 5), and the Clemson product above has stood out recently to be a potential option.
"Miller is a durable, alert right tackle prospect with good athletic ability, arm length and quick, proactive hands to establish first meaningful contact and gain control of defenders," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.
"Miller lacks high-end power but brings tenacity as a finisher to stick on blocks. He lacks proven versatility but has the tools to develop it and compete for a starting right tackle job during his rookie contract."
Baltimore Ravens
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2nd Tier Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Ravens are a franchise that has typically had a stout defensive front. However, they've been relying on older players like Kyle Van Noy to man the edge as they've missed on a few draft picks. They jury is still out on whether Mike Green will pan out, but Baltimore might want to target a power-rusher to go with their athletic dice roll last spring.
Matayo Uiagalelei is a prime target in the second half of the first round. He's a powerful, long edge-rusher with a high floor.
However, Zion Young or Dani Dennis-Sutton would make sense as Day 2 targets. Young is particularly intriguing thanks to his frame and potential.
"Zion Young looks like he was built in a lab to play defensive end in the NFL, possessing a good frame at 6'5", 262 pounds with long arms and tools that a lot of teams will be willing to work with. He also has solid strength to push the pocket as a pass-rusher and set the edge against the run," Matt Holder observed in his scouting report.
Buffalo Bills
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2nd Tier WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Bills aren't quite getting what they'd hoped out of Keon Coleman. That might change. He's still a young player with the tools to be good, but his inability to separate is an issue that a lot of the Bills receivers have. That's probably going to keep them from pursuing the likes of USC's Ja'Kobi Lane or Washington's Denzel Boston, but each of these receivers either has the speed or route-running to beat man coverage.
Omar Cooper Jr. has been a huge part of Indiana's magical run this season. He has outstanding body control as shown in one of the biggest catches of the college football season.
"As part of Indiana's explosive offense, Cooper became a proven, versatile target who did the necessary dirty work. He's a fearless competitor who is not afraid of contact or making collision catches." - Dame Parson
Carolina Panthers
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Top C Fits on B/R Big Board
Center has been discussed for the Panthers a couple of times this season–Week 1 and Week 9–but let's continue to work down B/R's big board, noting a few prospects who can at least switch to the position at the next level.
With the College Football Playoffs coming up, people in Carolina will want to pay extra attention to the Texas A&M product above.
"Zuhn III has snappy short-area quickness and quick-trigger hands that strike with conviction and seal lanes, but his modest power profile and sawed-off frame cap his ability to sustain and impose his will at the next level," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.
"He projects as a quality swing-interior backup, who can spot-start and possibly stick in a lineup at center, while his intangibles will be an asset to the fabric of an offensive line room."
Chicago Bears
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Top Need Spotlight: EDGE
While this week's focus for the Bears is on a secondary need, it's important to keep tabs on this year's edge prospects, and Clemson's T.J. Parker would be a good fit in Dennis Allen's defense.
"Parker is a 6'3", 260-pound edge defender with the size, strength and physicality to be a high-quality run defender and power-rusher at the next level," the Tiger's scouting report says.
"[He's] strong and physical at the point of attack to set the edge against the run and win with power as a pass-rusher. Also has a good long-arm move to collapse the pocket."
Top DT Fits on B/R's Big Board
Adding a run-stuffer to Chicago's defensive line hasn't been discussed since Week 6, and there have been a handful of risers on B/R's big board since then. All three prospects should be participating in the upcoming College Football Playoff, and Bears fans should pay extra attention to the Ducks.
"Washington has been one of the biggest risers in the 2026 NFL draft class this fall as he's lived in opponents' backfields this season," the Oregon product's scouting report says. "[He has] very good strength at the point of attack to gain control of one-on-one blocks, stand up offensive linemen and hold his gap."
Cincinnati Bengals
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3rd Tier IOL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Bengals seem like they are on a never-ending quest to find quality linemen to protect Joe Burrow. It's not an easy job and the Bengals haven't always hit on their draft picks or free agent acquisitions. That search is likely to continue as it would be nice to get a replacement for Ted Karras at center and/or a succession plan for Dalton Risner at right guard.
This trio could be later targets to play at center. All three were ranked higher going into the college football season than they are at the end. Parker Brailsford is a bit undersized (6'2", 290) and Lew suffered a torn ACL in October.
Jones' status as a center-only prospect could move him down some board. B/R scout Brandon Thorn called him a "Diet Coke Tyler Linderbaum" in his scouting report.
Cleveland Browns
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: WR
We're going to dive in to the Browns potential long-term need on the interior offensive line. However, it's clear that the receiving corps needs to be upgraded if any quarterback is going to thrive in 2026.
Kevin Concepcion is a potential fit with the Browns second first-round pick they have from Jacksonville that hasn't been considered here.
Concepcion started the season as a gadget receiver, but has shown there's more to him than that. His ability to turn short passes into long gains would pair nicely with Shedeur Sanders strengths.
Top IOL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Browns might have to replace all three interior offensive line starters in the near future. Joel Bitonio, Ethan Pocic and Wyatt Teller have been big for the franchise, but they're all on expiring contracts. The Browns have prepared for the scenario by signing Teven Jenkins and drafted Zak Zinter.
However, they could still use another blue-chip prospect. There are only three guards in the top 50 of our big board. Emmanuel Pregnon might be the only Day 2 target.
"Emmanuel Pregnon is a stoutly-built people-mover with a nasty demeanor, tools and tape to be a long-term starting NFL guard," Brandon Thorn wrote in his scouting report.
Dallas Cowboys
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Top Need Spotlight: Edge
While this week's focus is on a secondary need for the Cowboys, it doesn't hurt to keep tabs on an edge rusher who could be playing in the upcoming College Football Playoffs, since Oklahoma's R Mason Thomas would give Dallas' pass-rush a big boost.
"Thomas is a twitched-up pass rusher who combines athleticism, physicality and scrappiness to be very good at turning speed-to-power and getting to the quarterback," the Sooner's scouting report says.
"These traits should help the 6'2", 249-pound edge defender become a productive third-down rusher at the next level despite lacking NFL size and length."
Top RB Fits on B/R Big Board
With Javonte Williams still set to hit free agency in the offseason, let's continue to explore this year's running backs. The position has been discussed for the Cowboys in Week 2 and Week 8, but there have been a few risers on B/R's big board since then, including the Cornhusker mentioned above.
"Johnson is one of the best and most impactful running backs in college football," offensive skill positions scout Dame Parson said. "He has proved that if Nebraska wants to run the offense through him, he is more than capable. He is a quick, decisive runner who can be a weapon in the passing game."
Denver Broncos
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Draft Needs
2nd Tier TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
Our post-trade deadline mock draft had the Broncos replacing Evan Engram with Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq. It would be a nice pick as Engram is getting older and more expensive. However, it would also be understandable if the Broncos wanted to target a more premium position early in the draft.
If they do that, then Michael Trigg is a Day 2 target who actually drew a comparison to Engram from B/R scout Daniel Harms in the Baylor tight end's scouting report.
"Michael Trigg is a matchup problem for defenses. The hybrid target already displays the nuance and route detail to immediately contribute in an NFL offense."
Koziol and Delp are both closer to developmental dice rolls who could fit Sean Payton's mold for the position.
Detroit Lions
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Draft Needs
Top IOL Fits on B/R's Big Board
It's been a few weeks since addressing the Lions' interior offensive line has been discussed. Given the news about Frank Ragnow retiring and then failing a physical, it feels like a good time to resurface the conversation and continue to work down B/R's big board.
Clearly, people in Detroit should pay close attention to the upcoming College Football Playoffs, especially Texas A&M, as all three players listed above should be participating. While Zuhn is far from the highest-ranked prospect, he could be exactly what Dan Campbell's crew is looking for in a Day 3 pick.
"Zuhn III has snappy short-area quickness and quick-trigger hands that strike with conviction and seal lanes, but his modest power profile and sawed-off frame cap his ability to sustain and impose his will at the next level," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said.
"He projects as a quality swing-interior backup, who can spot-start and possibly stick in a lineup at center, while his intangibles will be an asset to the fabric of an offensive line room."
Green Bay Packers
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Draft Needs
Top G Fits on B/R Big Board
While centers were discussed recently for the Packers, it's been a few weeks since guards were the focus.
Considering the club should be in the market for at least a couple of interior offensive linemen, let's continue to work down B/R's big board and dive into a recent riser who will be playing in the upcoming College Football Playoff.
"Bisontis is a light-footed guard prospect who creates quick leverage and has good balance to stay centered, sustain and steer blocks," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said in the Aggie's scouting report.
"Bisontis needs to clean up his positional leverage to not open too early or lean into blocks but has the movement and recovery skills to compete for a starting guard job as a rookie and develop into a quality starter within his first contract."
Houston Texans
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2nd Tier IOL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Texans offensive line has played better in recent weeks, but the interior offensive line is still a need moving forward. Ed Ingram has played well at right guard, but the center and left guard spots could they could both be upgraded with a younger answer. The team has shifted to more gap schemes this season so a mauling guard like Keylan Rutledge could be an interesting fit.
"Keylan Rutledge is a long, broad-framed mauler with heavy hands and bad intentions, who can rag-doll defenders. He has progressively provided more highlight-reel blocks as the season has played itself out," B/R scout Brandon Thorn wrote in his scouting report.
Brian Parker II is another intriguing fit. He plays at tackle at Duke, but could be an interesting center or guard convert.
Indianapolis Colts
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Draft Needs
Top OT Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Colts currently have one of the best offensive lines in football. It's a huge reason for their success this season, but having a good offensive line often requires foresight and development.
That's why finding a replacement for Braden Smith should be a goal in the upcoming offseason. Smith is in the final year of his contract and his injury history suggests he'll be a risky investment in his 30s.
Caleb Tiernan and Carter Smith are both fine, well-rounded offensive tackle prospects, but Trevor Goosby could be of particular interest due to the Colts preference for athleticism and upside.
"Goosby is in his first full season as a starter. He's still 20 years old, so he may wind up returning to Texas," B/R scout Brandon Thorn wrote of the Longhorn. "Whatever the case may be, the underclassman has uncanny combination of length and play-strength that is rare for a player as inexperienced and young as he is."
Jacksonville Jaguars
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Draft Needs
Top DL Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
Jacksonville's defense ranks fifth in EPA per play, but that's not really because of the interior defensive line. They don't have a lot of depth on the inside and an injury to Arik Armstead highlighted that lack of depth recently.
Ideally, the Jags would be able to add some depth through the draft. James Gladstone was with the Rams when they hit on a lot of good defensive linemen including Braden Fiske and Kobie Turner.
B/R scout Matt Holder sees a lot of things that could be exciting for the Jags front office. He praised the Bulldog because he, "has the agility and quickness to fill his gap and cross the offensive lineman's face to make tackles in the adjacent gap. Agility also helps him avoid getting reached and be an effective looper as a pass-rusher."
Kansas City Chiefs
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: RB
We highlighted some of the better fits for the Chiefs at running back last season, but this is a team that found Isiah Pacheco late in the draft. It's possible they wait until later in the draft so it's worth scouring the class for underrated prospects that could match the Chiefs need.
Someone who could fit the same mold as a college back with an underwhelming career despite elite athleticism is Jaydn Ott. The Oklahoma back displayed good receiving skills and speed in his first three seasons at Cal. His time as a Sooner hasn't worked out, but he did make Bruce Feldman's preseason list of exceptional athletes.
Top TE Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
Travis Kelce's days as a difference-maker are numbered. He's still playing at a Pro Bowl level, but he's also in his age-36 season and retirement buzz isn't going away. When he does hang it up, the Chiefs will have a massive hole in their passing game. Patrick Mahomes has come to rely on having a dynamic receiving threat at tight end and they'll likely have to turn to the draft to try and create more production.
Sadiq is easily the top tight end in the class, but Jack Endries could be a more realistic target for the Chiefs on Day 2.
"Jack Endries has hands as sure as they come from the tight end position," B/R scout Daniel Harms wrote of Endries. "His role in Texas's offense prepares him for whatever will be asked at the next level. Arch Manning's safety net is always looking for different ways to help his team win and displays a great work ethic."
Las Vegas Raiders
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Draft Needs
Top Needs Spotlight: LB
We're focusing a bit more on the offensive side of the ball for the Raiders this week. There's uncertainty all over the offense. However, the Raiders would also be wise to add some athleticism and youth to their linebacker corps. Jake Golday is an intriguing name who has risen up our board.
"Jake Golday is a high-level athlete and a potential three-down linebacker in the NFL because of his size (6'4", 240 lbs), strength and athleticism. His biggest flaws can be chalked up to not having much experience playing off the ball," Matt Holder wrote of the Bearcat.
Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Raiders arguably have more pressing needs than wide receiver. Brock Bowers essentially works as the team's top receiving target. However, adding a real threat on the outside would give the offense a new dimension. Thus, someone like Carnell Tate or Jordyn Tyson would make sense if they don't feel comfortable with a quarterback with their first pick.
Tyson has been the top receiver all season and Carnell Tate would make any quarterback's life easier.
"Tate's height and wingspan offer a quarterback-friendly target. He extends the catch point away from his frame and plucks the ball from the air. Tate is a bouncy athlete who can climb the ladder over defenders at the catch point. He has soft, reliable hands and excellent ball tracking skills," Dame Parson wrote in his scouting report.
Los Angeles Chargers
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: IOL
The Chargers are not a team that is going to sit on their hands when it comes to building the offensive line. The unit's depth has been tested this season and the results haven't been great. Expect them to target someone who can play on the interior. Iowa's Gennings Dunker is a flawed prospect, but could be a system fit for the Chargers.
"Gennings Dunker is a rugged, powerful in-line blocker built with the right stuff, but will need to kick inside to guard to mitigate his middling movement skills. He has the traits to carve out a role and crack a lineup on his rookie deal in a run-first, play-action-heavy offense," Brandon Thorn wrote in his scouting report.
Top Edge Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Chargers trade for Odafe Oweh knocked their need for an edge-rusher off of our top three. It shouldn't keep them from considering the right fit at the position, though. The Chargers need to prepare for life after Khalil Mack. Finding a stout edge-rusher who can set the edge against the run should be on the table.
Rueben Bain Jr. is one of our top prospects and a perfect fit, but the Chargers aren't likely to be in position to draft him. T.J. Parker is a much more realistic target. One of the strengths that Matt Holder highlighted in his scouting report will help him fit right in:
"Strong and physical at the point of attack to set the edge against the run and win with power as a pass-rusher. Also has a good long-arm move to collapse the pocket."
Los Angeles Rams
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Top S Fits on B/R Big Board
Safety has been discussed a couple of times for the Rams–in Week 5 and Week 10–but let's continue to explore B/R's big board to find a potential replacement for Kamren Curl. With the College Football Playoffs coming up, people in Los Angeles should pay extra attention to the Oregon product above.
"Theineman's versatile skillset is being underrated as a true three-down impact defender in the NFL," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said in the Duck's scouting report. "He can line up anywhere, triggers downhill in a hurry, and gives the coaching staff his all whenever he's on the field. The effort shows up in every phase."
Miami Dolphins
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Draft Needs
3rd Tier CB Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
We've covered cornerback multiple times for the Dolphins throughout this season. But it wouldn't be surprising if Miami actually takes multiple defensive backs in the spring so we'll keep working our way down the B/R big board.
Domani Jackson and Jermaine Mathews Jr. are very different prospects. Domani Jackson has the length and physicality to be a good zone corner. Jermain Mathews is the much more versatile option. He could find a role on the outside or in the slot.
Given Kader Kohou and Minkah Fitzpatrick's ability to play inside, Jackson might be the better Dolphin target.
Minnesota Vikings
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Draft Needs
Top S Fits on B/R Big Board
While safety was spotlighted a few weeks ago for the Vikings, the position hasn't been the focus since Week 6. So, let's continue to work down B/R's big board and dive into a back-end defender who could replace Harrison Smith in Minnesota, as the Horned Frog mentioned above is an intriguing mid-round option.
"Clark is an instinctual, ball hawking defensive back who makes quarterbacks think twice before throwing his way," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said.
"His ball production is among the best of all secondary members in the class and he shows the tools to be a tight end eraser at the next level. The 6'2", 190-pound safety closes downhill with long, galloping strides and shows off his range on the backend."
New England Patriots
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Top OT Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
Right tackle emerges as a top three need this week for the New England Patriots. Will Campbell's injury is a good reminder that the Patriots depth at tackle is a concern and Morgan Moses (34) will need to be replaced sonner than later. The Pats are on pace to pick late in Round 1 so the top tackles likely won't be available.
Caleb Tiernan gets the top nod based on his likely availability and the fact that he's a bit more polished than Lomu at this point.
"Caleb Tiernan lacks an elite physical trait, but he wins as a technically refined tackle, with an advanced understanding of leverage. He's rarely off-balance or out-of-sync. As a result, Tiernan looks like an early NFL starter at tackle or guard," Brandon Thorn wrote of Tiernan.
New Orleans Saints
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Draft Needs
Top EDGE Fits on B/R Big Board
The Saints are in a spot where they need to get younger, so it wouldn't be surprising if they try to trade someone like Carl Granderson for draft picks this offseason. Also, edge defender hasn't been discussed for the club since Week 5, so it's worth it to keep tabs on someone like the Missouri product above.
"Young looks like he was built in a lab to play defensive end in the NFL, possessing a good frame at 6'5", 262 pounds with long arms and tools that a lot of teams will be willing to work with," the Tiger's scouting report says. "He also has solid strength to push the pocket as a pass-rusher and set the edge against the run."
New York Giants
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Top LB Fits on B/R Big Board
Linebacker has been discussed a couple of times for the Giants–in Week 3 and Week 9–but there have been a few risers on B/R's big board since then. One of the biggest being the Cincinnati product mentioned above.
Golday is a high-level athlete and a potential three-down linebacker in the NFL because of his size (6'4", 240 lbs), strength and athleticism. His biggest flaws can be chalked up to not having much experience playing off the ball, lining up as an edge defender at Central Arkansas during the first three years of his college career.
New York Jets
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: QB
The best outcome the Jets could hope for in the 2026 draft is finding a quarterback of the future. However, their surprise win over the Falcons made that a bit more difficult. Still, their most popular pick in current mock drafts is Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.
"Simpson is a first-year starter but continues to play beyond his limited experience," B/R scout Dame Parson wrote of the Tide quarterback. "His poise, pocket navigation, and passing accuracy scream long-term NFL starter."
Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
If the Jets stand pat at No. 7, there's a chance that the top three quarterbacks could be gone when they get on the clock. If that's the case, the Jets might want to serious consider one of the top two receivers on the board.
Jordyn Tyson has been our No. 1 receiver all season, but Tate has drawn closer throughout the season. Tate might be the better fit for the Jets because he would complement Garrett Wilson's skill set. His large catch radius and contested catch ability downfield would give the Jets quarterback a different type of receiver to lean on in the passing game.
Philadelphia Eagles
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Top IOL Fits on B/R Big Board
Adding bodies to the Eagles' offensive has been discussed recently, but the focus was on offensive tackles. Meanwhile, it's been a few weeks since the interior of the line has been the focus for Philadelphia. So, let's continue to work down B/R's big board, starting with the Texas A&M product above.
"Bisontis is a light-footed guard prospect who creates quick leverage and has good balance to stay centered, sustain and steer blocks," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said in the Aggie's scouting report.
"Bisontis needs to clean up his positional leverage to not open too early or lean into blocks but has the movement and recovery skills to compete for a starting guard job as a rookie and develop into a quality starter within his first contract."
Pittsburgh Steelers
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Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Steelers are looking in the face of another offseason marked by quarterback uncertainty. Their quarterback situation will once again be a major storyline if Aaron Rodgers doesn't come back for his age-42 season. Unfortunately, the Steelers might not be picking high enough to draft a solution.
Instead, they might have to look for a high-end running mate for DK Metcalf. Jordyn Tyson is our top-rated receiver, but the idea of pairing Metcalf with 6'3", 191-pound Carnell Tate would create matchup nightmares for opposing secondaries.
"Tate's height and wingspan offer a quarterback-friendly target. He extends the catch point away from his frame and plucks the ball from the air. Tate is a bouncy athlete who can climb the ladder over defenders at the catch point. He has soft, reliable hands and excellent ball tracking skills." - Parson
San Francisco 49ers
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: G
While this week's focus for the 49ers is on a secondary need, the organization should take a hard look at Texas A&M offensive lineman Trey Zuhn, as he could be a good mid-round target to add some depth to their interior offensive line.
"Zuhn III has snappy short-area quickness and quick-trigger hands that strike with conviction and seal lanes, but his modest power profile and sawed-off frame cap his ability to sustain and impose his will at the next level," offensive line scout Brandon Thorn said in the Aggie's scouting report.
"He projects as a quality swing-interior backup, who can spot-start and possibly stick in a lineup at center, while his intangibles will be an asset to the fabric of an offensive line room."
Top DT Fits on B/R Big Board
It's hard to imagine that San Francisco will spend a high 2026 draft pick on a defensive tackle after selecting Alfred Collins and CJ West last April. However, the early returns on the rookies have been underwhelming, making the position one of the team's current weaknesses.
So, it couldn't hurt to at least look at a few interior defenders, especially the Florida State product above.
"Jackson Jr. has several physically dominant reps as a run defender on film to be a gap-filler in the middle of an NFL defensive line," the Seminoles' scouting report says. "His combination of size (6'5", 337 pounds) and strength can help him be an immediate contributor on early downs at the next level."
Seattle Seahawks
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: EDGE
While this week's focus for the Seahawks is on a secondary need, it's important to keep tabs on this year's edge prospects. Meanwhile, Michigan's Derrick Moore was compared to impending free agent Boye Mafe by B/R's scouting department.
"Moore is a well-put-together pass-rusher who did an excellent job of expanding his repertoire this season to have an impressive senior year," the Wolverine's scouting report says.
"The 6'3", 260-pound edge defender went from winning almost exclusively with speed to power to adding a nice inside counter move and becoming more explosive this season."
Top NT Fits on B/R Big Board
It's been a while–since Week 4–that adding a gap-filler to Seattle's defensive line has been discussed. There have been a handful of risers on B/R's big board since then, with the Ohio State product above being one of the biggest climbers in the draft class.
"While Kayden McDonald's technique remains a work in progress, he displays a unique ability to get himself out of bad positions and dominate against the run thanks to his rare combination of size (6'3", 326 lbs), strength and athleticism," the Buckeye's scouting report says.
"...[He has] plenty of strength and power at the point of attack to stand up interior offensive linemen and reset the line of scrimmage when he plays with good pad-level."
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Draft Needs
Top Need Spotlight: LB
While this week's focus is on a secondary need for the Buccaneers, the organization should pay close attention to Oregon linebacker Bryce Boettcher during the upcoming College Football Playoffs.
Boettcher is an impressive athlete who has already been drafted by the Houston Astros, but might have a brighter career in the NFL than in the MLB. His movement skills allow him to tighten throwing windows and make plays on the ball in coverage, collecting two interceptions and eight passes defended over the last two seasons.
Top CB Fits on B/R Big Board
Cornerback shouldn't be a top need in Tampa Bay since Zyon McCollum signed a contract extension in September.
However, Jamel Dean is an impending free agent, and the early returns on Benjamin Morrison have been underwhelming. So, it couldn't hurt to at least explore a few options at the position, especially the Michigan product above.
"Hill has the tools and movement skills to excel in any scheme he plays, thanks to his growing technical ability, aggressiveness, and a 'next play' mentality that all corners need to succeed," defensive backs scout Daniel Harms said.
"He blows up screens with quick trigger and play recognition, navigating under and around blocks with a finisher's aggression."
Tennessee Titans
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Top WR Scheme Fits on B/R Big Board
The Titans have some interesting complementary pieces around Cam Ward, but going out and getting a true No. 1 wide receiver would be a wise move. The Titans are still in line to get the top pick in the draft, but moving down and drafting one of the top two receivers in the draft could help build out the foundation of the offense.
Jordyn Tyson is one of few prospects who has remained at the top of his position from the beginning of the season. Carnell Tate will push him for WR1 status, but Tyson hasn't done anything to lose that designation.
B/R scout Dame Parson projects Tyson as a do-everything weapon in the league:
"Alignment versatile receiver who can win from every wide receiver position in the formation. He offers the play caller the opportunity to move him around, dictate the numbers game and create advantageous matchups for his offense."
Washington Commanders
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Top WR Fits on B/R Big Board
Wide receiver has been discussed a couple of times for the Commanders–in Week 2 and Week 10–but it's time to revisit the position and note a few risers on B/R's big board. With the College Football Playoffs coming up, people in Washington will want to pay extra attention to the Texas A&M product listed above.
"Concepcion changed the narrative from being a gadget-specific receiver into one of college football's most explosive run-after-catch weapons," offensive skill positions scout Dame Parson said.
"Concepcion is a dynamic, open-field weapon, who can go beyond manufactured touches and easy completions. He's developing into a well-rounded, high-impact receiver with a high ceiling as an NFL option."
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