Zierlein Mock: Love to Saints, Bain to Commanders

0:00With the NFL today, March 7, mock draft season is heating up for the 2026 NFL draft set for Pittsburgh in just over one month. NFL analyst Lance Zeerlein dropped his latest projection right after the scouting combine in Indianapolis. He has the New Orleans Saints grabbing Notre Dame running back Jeremiah, love high in the first round, matching what many experts see as his consensus, status and dials. Love turn heads at the combine with a blazing 4.36 in the 40 yard dash. Good for second among running backs. He also posted a sharp 1.49 split in the 10 yard dash. That mix of speed, power and all around skills has folks comparing him to stars like St. Juan Barclay and Jameer Gibbs. Fans and coaches are buzzing about how love could transform the Saints' backfield right away. Zeerlein points out he would serve as a true three down threat, easing the pressure on the passing game and giving the team a big play weapon. Right before the Saints in this mock, the Washington commanders go for Miami edge rusher

1:03Ruben Bain Jr. at the 8th spot overall. Then at number 9, the New York Jett Snack, Ohio State Safety Caleb Downs after a projected trade with the Kansas City Chiefs. With the draft approaching fast, these mocks keep evolving as teams scout and scheme. Zeerlein's full projection is out now, sparking plenty of debate on who lands where next. We'd like to thank our sponsor for making this episode possible. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. ISOLISOLIPILLO.COM