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NFL Draft 2026 Day 3 Grades for Every Pick
Day 3 of the NFL draft is the busiest, with 157 picks left to be made. The event's first two days draw the most attention, but the third is where the bulk of rosters are built.
The particular class was hyped for its depth in the mid rounds. Well, teams are entering the heart of that territory with an opportunity to solidify their talent foundation.
Bleacher Report checks in for the final day of selections, while assessing and grading every...single...pick.
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101. Las Vegas Raiders: CB Jermod McCoy, Tennessee
Grade: A
The Las Vegas Raiders ended the slide. The organization even ensured they'd land Jermod McCoy by flipping picks with the Buffalo Bills to open the draft's Day 3 activities.
The Raiders are taking a big swing on top-tier talent who may have a degenerative knee. Atop the fourth round, the pick is well worth the risk.
Legitimately, McCoy could have easily been a top-five draft pick had he been healthy during the 2025 campaign.Unfortunately, he wasn't.
The 20 year-old prospect suffered a torn ACL during offseason training in January of 2025. Despite the Volunteers program continually hinting that he might play at some point last year, the possibility never materialized. So, NFL scouts had to look back to his '24 tape.
McCoy was named a second-team All-American as a true sophomore for a reason. He was phenomenal during that campaign, with some of the best tape of any prospect in this year's class. The excitement of his potential, as seen then, compared to a lost season mitigated the cornerback's draft standing.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Far more advanced in coverage than age indicates, has the athleticism to excel in man coverage and instincts to thrive in zone, quick-twitch reflexes
Weaknesses: Missed all of the 2025 campaign due to a knee injury, can do a better job with jam and understanding of spacing in zone coverage
Complete scouting report via Daniel Harms of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
102. Buffalo Bills: OT Jude Bowry, Boston College
Grade: C
The Buffalo Bills address offense for the first time in this year's class. With the team's first two picks, Buffalo sought talent to help reshape the defense in Jim Leonard's image.
Jude Bowry gives the Bills a swing tackle behind Dion Dawkins and Spencer Brown. The incoming rookie greatly struggled at the Senior Bowl when blocking on an island.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Explosive athlete, good fluidity, can anchor
Weaknesses: Poor technique and leverage, not aggressive enough
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
103. New York Jets: DL Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State
Grade: B
The New York Jets defense looks drastically different now, and Darrell Jackson adds a much-needed space-eater alongside T'Vondre Sweat and Mazi Smith. The Jets are going to be bigger, stronger and tougher in the middle, that's for sure.
Jackson's collegiate career didn't go as planned. The defensive tackle transferred to Florida State after stops at Maryland and Miami. He only played in one game during the 2023 campaign after the NCAA ruled him ineligible.
The '24 season wasn't great for the program, but Jackson flashed. He regressed to a degree this past year when he didn't have Joshua Farmer, a fourth-round pick by the New England Patriots, Marvin Jones Jr., and Patrick Payton playing alongside him.
Still, his role as an interior space-eater is plain to see.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Size, length and strength to be an NFL nose tackle capable of two-gapping if necessary, stacks and sheds, violent at the point of attack, good effort
Weaknesses: Lacks burst off the line of scrimmage, tends to play high thanks to stiffness in lower body, little upside as pass-rusher
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
104. Arizona Cardinals: DL Kaleb Proctor, Southeastern Louisiana
Grade: B
Kaleb Proctor is one of the class's best interior pass-rushers. He can play base end and reduce down in sub-packages. He's a nice piece to place alongside Jordan Burch and Walter Nolen, who present similar flexibility.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Good acceleration despite larger frame, power rusher, can work and stunt up and down line of scrimmage
Weaknesses: Poor against the run, needs to improve hand usage and hip sink, slow reading keys
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
105. Los Angeles Chargers: WR Brenen Thompson, Mississippi State
Grade: C+
The Los Angeles Chargers needed speed at wide receiver, and they could have drafted the fastest wide receiver in this year's class because there wasn't one. Brenen Thompson blazed a 4.26-second 40-yard dash at this year's NFL combine. His deep speed will open up the field for Ladd McConkey.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Elite-top end speed, quick acceleration and stop-start ability
Weaknesses: Slight frame, lacks length, can be knocked off routes
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
106. Houston Texans: IOL Febechi Nwaiwu, Oklahoma
Grade: C+
The Houston Texans continue to strengthen their offensive line, not only with new starters but also by lengthening the bench. Febechi Nwaiwu can play both guard and center, instantly providing the Texans with an interior utility option.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Stout and strong, good eyes to pick up movement, interior flexibility
Weaknesses: Phone-booth blocker, never going to be great getting to second-level blocks
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
107. San Francisco 49ers: DL Gracen Halton, Oklahoma
Grade: B+
Gracen Halton's addition to the San Francisco 49ers' lineup is interesting because he helps solve a problem that's usually reserved for another position. The Niners already addressed edge with Romello Height. Halton is an interior disruptor with pass-rush upside.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Disruptive, quick off snap, lateral agility, consistent motor
Weaknesses: Small frame and length, plays high, not great at point of attack
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
108. Denver Broncos: RB Jonah Coleman, Washington
Grade: B
Jonah Coleman is an ideal complementary back to RJ Harvey, while providing insurance considering JK Dobbins' injury history. The incoming rookie ball-carrier knows how to slam it between the tackles and grind out tough yards.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Big, tough runner, short-yardage specialist, patient and great balance
Weaknesses: Not explosive and doesn't add much in pass game
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
109. Kansas City Chiefs: CB Jadon Canady, Oregon
Grade: A
Jadon Canady's selection fits perfectly into the Kansas City Chiefs' plans to rebuild their secondary. After trading up for Mansoor Delane, the Chiefs now have a new CB1 to lock down top targets on the outside. Meanwhile, Canady is a tailor-made nickel corner to take over that role immediately. KC might be young in their secondary now, but the unit is extremely talented.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Experience playing any CB role, plays more physical than size indicates, reads developing plays well
Weaknesses: Poor tackling angles, needs to finish better at the point of contact, can get stuck on blocks
Complete scouting report via Daniel Harms of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
110. New York Jets: QB Cade Klubnik, Clemson
Grade: B
Once upon a time, Cade Klubnik was viewed as a potential first-round candidate. He looked like an ascending QB prospect coming out of the 2024 campaign. But he, like most of the Clemson Tigers, disappointed last year.
For the New York Jets, they now have a legitimate developmental option behind Geno Smith, which was desperately needed.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Good athlete and decision-maker when running RPOs and half-field reads, throws with anticipation when he sees it early and isn't pressured
Weaknesses: Doesn't read the whole field, needs to be more consistent with footwork as a true dropback passer, can be confused by post-snap movement
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
111. Denver Broncos: OT Kage Casey, Boise State
Grade: C
Kage Casey is next in line of Boise State's great left tackle lineage. Seriously, look it up. Ryan Clady was one of those left tackles and he went on to be a good one for the Denver Broncos.
The Broncos go back to the program to find a swing option. Keep in mind, Garett Bolles and Mike McGlinchey are both 31 or older.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Extensive starting experience, play-strength, understands angles and timing
Weaknesses: Lacks length, short edge, stiff lower half
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
112. Dallas Cowboys: OT Drew Shelton, Penn State
Grade: C
After spending their first three picks on the defensive side of the ball–as they should have–the Dallas Cowboys finally flip to the offense. They did so to build offensive line depth.
Penn State's Drew Shelton had buzz early in this year's draft cycle but didn't show the level of growth to warrant early consideration. Still, he can be a long-term swing option at offensive tackle or potentially replace Terence Steele at right tackle in a couple of years.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Long and lean, excels at blocking on the move, excellent initial burst
Weaknesses: Marginal play strength, too many quick losses, technique lapses
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
113. Indianapolis Colts: IOL Jalen Farmer, Kentucky
Grade: C
The Indianapolis Colts want to be a power running team. They excel with bigger, more physical interior blockers. Kentucky's Jalen Farmer fits the bill. He's going to immediately provide depth behind Quenton Nelson and Matt Goncalves. If he cross-trains at center, all the better.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Sturdy and strong with jarring hands, can uproot defender, good puller
Weaknesses: Questionable lateral agility and recovery skills
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
114. Dallas Cowboys: CB Devin Moore, Florida
Grade: C+
The Dallas Cowboys didn't wait long to get back to addressing their defense. Florida's Devin Moore addresses the cornerback position after getting standout safety Caleb Downs earlier. The Cowboys have established starters at corner, but they can be upgraded, as their performance has been erratic in recent years.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Long-limbed, patient in coverage, flies up against the run
Weaknesses: Lacks recovery speed, needs to improve route-recognition
Complete scouting report via Daniel Harms of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
115. Baltimore Ravens: WR Elijah Sarratt, Indiana
Grade: B
The Baltimore Ravens clearly wanted more size at wide receiver. They now have Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt to serve as outside targets.
Sarratt was simultaneously Fernando Mendoza's favorite target on money downs, yet the third-best wide receiver on the Hoosiers' roster during their national championship run.
If Mendoza needed a play on third down or in the red zone, IU's quarterback knew he could trust Sarratt, particularly on back-shoulder throws. The wide receiver delivered over and over again. Conversely, Sarratt isn't explosive, lacks an elite gear and relies heavily on his near 6'3" frame and excellent body control to win. He will likely struggle to create separation at the next level. But he can be a reliable option when a difficult catch is necessary. Just ask Mendoza.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Reliable in biggest moments, strong hands, plays through contact, understands how to use his body to shield defenders, excellent short- to mid-range target
Weaknesses: Doesn't have the speed to stack corners on vertical routes, shorter arms despite bigger frame, route-running masks a lack of explosive traits
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
116. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: CB Keionte Scott, Miami
Grade: B
Keiontae Scott is a demon working from the slot. He can do anything when working over interior wide receivers, particularly as a downhill playmaker. He will be exposed in coverage at times, but Todd Bowles is aggressive enough within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense to maximize Scott's tendencies.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Triggers downhill instantaneously, adept blitzer, always aggressive, comfortable working short zones
Weaknesses: Don't ask him to be a match-up cover corner, does not fare well the further he works away from the line of scrimmage
Complete scouting report via Daniel Harms of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
117. Los Angeles Chargers: OT Travis Burke, Memphis
Grade: B
Travis Burke screams Jim Harbaugh offensive lineman, which is why the Los Angeles Chargers chose him. Even though Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt are expected to be healthy this season, the organization won't allow last year to happen again. Burke can immediately fill in as right tackle if the team is beset by a rash of injuries again.
The near-6'9", 325-pound Burke is a gargantuan offensive tackle prospect. He did start two full seasons at left tackle while playing at Florida International, though he only started at right tackle after taking a step up in competition during his one season with the Tigers.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Massive frame, long arms and big wingspan, powerful, looks to finish blocks
Weaknesses: Tends to play high, relies on length in pass protection because footwork is sluggish
Complete scouting report via Brandon Thorn of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
118. Detroit Lions: LB Jimmy Rolder, Michigan
Grade: C+
The Detroit Lions continue to go to the well, selecting their second-straight Michigan Wolverine. Jimmy Rolder fits the locker room's personality to a team because he's going to play at 110 MPH and blow up as many plays as possible. He's not just linebacker depth; he should be a special teams ace as well.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Good instincts, physical downhill defender, reliable tackler
Weaknesses: Can be overaggressive, struggles in zone coverage
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
119. Jacksonville Jaguars: EDGE Wesley Williams, Duke
Grade: D
It's obvious. The Jacksonville Jaguars don't care about value in this year's draft class. Wesley Williams is yet another pick where the Jags probably jumped the gun much earlier than other teams would have considered him. Still, he'll provide some juice as a disruptive edge.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Thick, powerful, plays with good leverage
Weaknesses: Straight-line pass-rusher, lack lateral agility and flexibility
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
120. Green Bay Packers: EDGE Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
Grade: A
The Green Bay Packers continue to reshape their defense, with a third-straight pick on that side of the ball. Dani Dennis-Sutton is the type of long, athletic and straight-line pass-rusher the organization tends to like, though.
Dennis-Sutton is the latest in a line of high-end athletes among defensive linemen produced by the Nittany Lions program. The near-6'6", 256-pound prospect posted a 9.98 relative athletic score during predraft testing. His natural gifts didn't always reflect on the field, though there were times when Dennis-Sutton looked unblockable. If the two-time third-team All-Big Ten performer finds consistency where his performance directly reflects his athletic profile on a down-by-down basis, he can be a top-end edge at the professional level.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Long-limbed, consistently works his hands, stacks and sheds in run game
Weaknesses: Explosive athletic traits aren't representative of play-style, straight-line pass-rusher, struggles to finish
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
121. Pittsburgh Steelers: WR Kaden Wetjen, Iowa
Grade:B
The Pittsburgh Steelers value special teams. They must, because Kaden Wetjen is the best returner in this year's class. He's dynamic with the ball in his hands.
Don't undervalue what he can do as a wide receiver, either. Wetjen has that short-area quickness and ability to snap off routes that can make him a viable slot receiver in future years.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Elite return skills, can be a major threat with manufactured offensive touches, underrated route-runner
Weaknesses: Small frame, poor play-strength, must improve hand usage at catch point
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
122. Las Vegas Raiders: RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
Grade: A
The Las Vegas Raiders are sincerely doing everything in their power to help Fernando Mendoza succeed. Mike Washington Jr.'s addition gives the team another big-play threat working in the backfield. Obviously, Ashton Jeanty is the lead back, but Washington allows the Raiders to be a run-first team with a dynamic two-headed monster.
A better combination of size and speed won't be found among this year's running back class. Washington is a well-defined 223-pound ball-carrier, who probably played closer to 230 at Arkansas. He then blazed a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at this year's NFL Scouting Combine. The effort ranked first among his position group. Overall, Washington was the only one in attendance to run an official 4.35 or better while weighing 220 or more pounds.
The two-time transfer isn't just a workout warrior. He was a second-team All-SEC performer this past season after rushing for 1,070 yards, averaging 6.4 yards per carry and scoring eight touchdowns.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Powerful, downhill runner with elite straight-line speed, quick to make a decision and cut, short-area acceleration
Weaknesses: Not the most fluid athlete to hit outside runs or make defenders miss, ball security issues, underdeveloped in the passing game
Complete scouting report via Dame Parson of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
123. Houston Texans: LB Wade Woodaz, Clemson
Grade: C-
It's really hard to argue with a linebacker pick by the Houston Texans when DeMeco Ryans is the head coach. Clearly, the organization understands the position. Still, Wade Woodaz was even ranked among the Bleacher Report Scouting Department, which didn't have the Clemson product ranked among its Top 300 prospects. The incoming rookie does provide much-needed depth behind Houston's established starting linebackers.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Good pursuit, solid athlete with tackle-to-tackle range, core-four special teamer
Weaknesses: Lacks play-strength, gets hung up on blocks, minimal force upon contact
Complete scouting report via Matt Holder of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
124. Chicago Bears: CB Malik Muhammad, Texas
Grade: B+
The Chicago Bears found value with Malik Muhammad in the third round, when he was generally considered a Day 2 talent throughout this year's draft cycle. He has the ability to challenge Tyrique Stevenson as a starting corner on the Bears' roster.
In a cornerback class defined by undersized yet highly competitive types, Muhammad is a little different because he's 6'0", albeit at 182 pounds, with arms over 32 inches long. He's going to be physical and still compete on a consistent level. However, he should be able to stay outside without being seen as a hindrance, unlike other classmates.
Even so, the second-team All-SEC performer will struggle because of his slender frame. Despite being ultra-competitive, he lacks play strength, which could be an issue against the NFL's bigger, more talented coverage assignments.
Scouting Report Highlights
Strengths: Smooth, quick feet and fluid hipturn, top gear to stay in phase at all three levels, excels in man-coverage but smart zone defender
Weaknesses: Needs to add a little built to improve play-strength, can be overaggressive on pump-fakes and double-moves
Complete scouting report via Daniel Harms of B/R NFL Scouting Dept.
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