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2026 NFL Mock Draft: 5 big trades as Cowboys, Patriots, Raiders shake up Round 1

Big trades rock Round 1 as franchises find future stars.
Dallas cowboys owner Jerry Jones and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft
Dallas cowboys owner Jerry Jones and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft | David Butler II-Imagn Images
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2026 NFL Draft prospect Denzel Boston
Washington wideout Denzel Boston | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

No. 26:  Buffalo Bills – Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

Will the Bills take another shot at wide receiver in the early rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft?  Well, Keon Coleman will be looking over his shoulders as the Bills select the 6-foot-4 Denzel Boston who is just the type of target who can excel catching the ball from Josh Allen.  With the addition of DJ Moore to go along with Khalil Shakir, the Bills go with the bigger receiver over the likes of Omar Cooper Jr and KC Concepcion.

No. 27: San Francisco 49ers – Kadyn Proctor, T, Alabama

The 49ers will have their eyes on a couple of the remaining top edge rushers, but they ultimately land the big, versatile Kady Proctor as a long-term option at tackle.  With Trent Williams near the end of his career, the 49ers can’t ignore the talent of Proctor and what he brings to the table as far as athleticism and size.

No. 28: Las Vegas Raiders, via Houston– Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana

The Raiders trade back into the first round to give their top pick a weapon he is familiar with in Omar Cooper Jr.  In drawing comparisons to Deebo Samuel, the former Indiana star gives the Raiders’ offense that inside/outside receiver who creates after the catch and adds toughness to young offense that already has Brock Bowers and Ashton Jeanty.

No. 29: Kansas City Chiefs via Los Angeles Rams – KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M

The Chiefs add another explosive wide receiver with the selection of KC Concepcion.  The touchdown maker at Texas A&M in 2025 brings his talents and skills to an offense led by Patrick Mahomes.  Adding Concepcion to an offense that already has speedy playmakers like Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy adds to the intrigue of what the Chiefs will be able to do offensively in 2026.

No. 30: Miami Dolphins via Denver – Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson

After selecting a wide receiver with their first pick, the Miami Dolphins add talent to their secondary with the selection of Avieon Terrell with the pick acquired in the trade for Jaylen Waddle.  A team with question marks in the secondary add a player capable of being a top corner in the NFL.

No. 31: Cleveland Browns, via New England – Blake Miller, T, Clemson

The Browns were able to trade back and land one of the top tackles in the draft in Clemson’s Blake Miller.  In reshaping their offensive line, the Browns get a player who will solidify either of the tackle starting roles for years to come.

No. 32: Seattle Seahawks – Cashius Howell, ED, Texas A&M

With how this draft board has played out, the Super Bowl champions are able to address their need at pass rush with the selection of Cashius Howell.  With his first-step quickness and array of pass rush moves, Howell is an ideal replacement for Boye Mafe off the edge.

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