2026 NFL Draft Mock: Trades, Free Agency Twists

0:00On April 16th, the 2026 NFL Draft mock is out, and it's full of trades and free agency twists shaking up the first round. Las Vegas Raiders snag Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, first overall, to fix their signal caller's spot. New York Jets follow with Ohio State linebacker Arville Reese at number two, while Arizona Cardinals grab Texas Tech Edge David Bailey third. Free agency and deals have flipped the board, with teams like the Rams and Cheese picking up extra spots from Atlanta and the Rams. Ohio State prospects dominate early, like sunny styles to the Giants and carnal Tate to the Saints. Kansas City I's USC White Out Mackay lemon ninth, to boost their receiving core after Patrick Mahomes's demands. Fans and analysts are buzzing about roster holes driving these picks, especially after wild off seasons. Steelers with 12 picks including cops from the pickings trade might push up on day 2 for contenders. Jaguars, Sands of First Rounder, but loaded with 11 total, eye linebackers after losing

1:02Devon Lloyd and Travis Etienne. Patriots, fresh off a Super Bowl run, have 11 late picks and could wheel and deal for edge rushers or receivers in this deep class. Meanwhile, charges with just five selections, Seahawks at four, and Cowboys might trade down from late first to stockpile for defense needs. Expect more movement as draft day nears, with QB Hungry teams chasing that fifth year control and contenders packaging picks for stars. This class sets a wild trade ahead.