No. 26: Buffalo Bills – Caleb Banks, DL, Florida
Banks is more flash than substance as a prospect, but unlocking his traits could result in a deadly pass-rusher. He's an athletic freak who can be justified as the best pass-rushing defensive lineman in the class, and Buffalo would certainly welcome his upside next to Deone Walker on their defensive front.
No. 27: San Francisco 49ers – Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon
Injuries have been the biggest thing holding back San Francisco, and they have an extreme lack of depth on their offensive line. Plugging him in next to Trent Williams, assuming the veteran remains on the roster in 2026, would solidify the left side of their line. Pregnon is a proven performer who may not be the most exciting prospect, but would be a great addition in an area of need.
No. 28: Houston Texans – Christen Miller, DL, Georgia
The rich get richer here with Miller going to one of the league's most vaunted defensive units. This is a move that would just make the Texans' defense an utterly terrifying group, if it wasn't already. With realistic IOL options gone, the Georgia defender is a good alternative for a Houston team ready to take the next step.
No. 29: Chicago Bears via Kansas City Chiefs – Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
Chicago lost both of their starting safeties to free agency, and trading back while still getting McNeil-Warren would be a big win for its front office. The Toledo safety is a popular prospect among Bears fans, and it's no wonder why that is. He can flat-out play, giving them a piece who can provide reinforcements to both their run and pass defense.
No. 30: Miami Dolphins – Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
The cornerback prospect pool is deep, and Miami is almost certain to address the position at some point during the draft. His athletic testing checked out, his film is solid, and the Dolphins reach just a little for a player who can help them significantly on the back end, and one who comes with a 5th year option.
No. 31: New England Patriots – Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt
Whether or not Stowers end up staying at tight end or making a transition to recceiver is still unknown, but New England could use him either way. Their system uses TEs at a high rate, and Hunter Henry isn't exactly the explosive player that Stowers is. They need as much receiving help as they can get, and getting another weapon for Drake Maye is hard to argue with.
No. 32: Seattle Seahawks – Treydan Stukes, S, Arizona
The impact Coby Bryant made on the Seattle safety room will need to be replaced, and they have the cushion to make a move like this. Safeties aren't hard to come by, but with a potential run on the position in the 2nd round, I can see the Seahawks taking their player of choice at the position to close out the 1st round.
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