NFL Draft Shocks: Rams, Cowboys, & More

0:00Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft kicked off just like we expected, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza landing at number 1 with a loss. Vegas Raiders But things got wild quick after that, especially the Rams snagging Ty Simpson at number 13 instead of bolstering their win now roster around. Matthew Stafford Analysts are buzzing about the top picks, like safety Dylan Thineman sliding to the bears for a perfect defensive fit next to Kobe Bryant. Jordan Reed loves Caleb Downs going to the Cowboys at number 11 to fix their leaky secondary, while field yates calls linebacker Sonny Stiles to. The commanders at number 7, a steal that plugs a huge gap. Fans and experts are scratching heads over a few moves, including the Cowboys trading back from number 20 and letting rival Eagles grab wide out, McCoy Lemon. The Vikings taking injured defensive tackle Caleb Banks, raised eyebrows to, and the chiefs smartly traded up for corner, Mansor Delane, to replace. Their departed stars, teams like the Jets crushed it with multiple picks, hauling an edge

1:04David Bailey, tied in Kenyansadeek, and slot receiver Omar Cooper Jr. for. Instant Impact The Lions and Giants also nailed needs with offensive tackles Blake Miller and Frances Maligua, setting up strong lines right away. As round too fires up tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern, keep eyes on the cardinals in their quarterback hunt, which a Kobe brisket in flux could carzen. Beck or Garrett Newsmeyer, fly off the board early, or will more corner backs dominate the action. This has been California News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story.