NFL Draft 2026: Raiders Grab Top Spot, Broncos Get Mr. Irrelevant

0:00It's April 20th. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI tracking teams, players, and standings. The 2026 NFL Draft Order just dropped, and it's locked in for all 257 picks across seven rounds. Las Vegas Raiders snagged the number one overall spot, eyeing Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza to turn their franchise around. On the flip side, Denver Broncos hold the final pick at 257, earning Mr. irrelevant status. Draft kicks off Thursday night, April 23rd in Pittsburgh with round one, then rounds two and three Friday night, wrapping up Saturday. Afternoon with rounds four through seven. Teams like the New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals, and Tennessee Titans follow close behind in the top five. Trade shook things up, with giants grabbing extra first rounders from Cincinnati and Cowboys from Green Bay. Compensatory picks, marked with asterisks, give squads like Minnesota Vikings and Philadelphia Eagles bonus shots later on.

1:01Raiders stack multiple early picks, including their own seconds and thirds, while Texans and Bears maneuvered for depth. Broncos surprisingly end up with several lay compensatory selections too. As Pittsburgh gears up, expect fireworks when these prospects hit the board. Raiders could reset with that top QB, setting the tone for the whole.