2026 NFL Mock Draft: Three tackles, two cornerbacks infused into NFC West
Arizona Cardinals (3-14) – Last in NFC West
Round 1, No. 3: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
Arguably the top tackle in the draft, the Cardinals could replicate their 2023 1st round where they took Paris Johnson Jr. at 6th overall and take the Miami product at #3. He's a consistent, steady offensive tackle who would give the stagnant Arizona offense a piece they can truly believe in on the offensive line. The team has plenty of issues to iron out before they can be a contending franchise, and selecting Mauigoa would be a clear step in the right direction.
San Francisco 49ers (12-5) – 3rd in NFC West
Round 1, No. 27: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Rumors of a Trent Williams split this coming offseason could massively shake up San Francisco's offseason plans, and they might be forced to spend draft capital on offensive line help. Regardless, the 49ers will need to develop a succession plan for whenever the veteran departs, and Miller would let them do just that. He could give them short-term help on the left side in a future where Williams does indeed leave, and projects as a potential stable addition at right tackle.
Los Angeles Rams (12-5) – 2nd in NFC West
Round 1, No. 13: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
It's still uncertain whether Proctor will stick at offensive tackle or make the switch inside to guard, but he should be an effective player wherever he plays. He would become the Rams' swing tackle in no time and give them both important depth and the ability to start if need be. He still might be a developmental piece for the time being, but he is more than worthy of a premier selection and could fit well with Los Angeles' direction.
Round 1, No. 29: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
The ballhawking cornerback with 10 PBUs in 2025 from Tennessee would be implanted into the Rams' secondary quickly. Los Angeles needs cornerback help to fortify their secondary as they look to make another championship push with QB Matthew Stafford's future uncertain, and Hood should be just what they're looking for. He can slot in with a few other solid defenders as the team's top dog and would be excellent positional value at #29.
Seattle Seahawks (14-3) – 1st in NFC West
Round 1, No. 25: Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Tariq Woolen is expected to command a hefty next contract in free agency, and it might not be with the defending Super Bowl Champions. If that happens, they will need to add another cornerback to pair with star Devon Witherspoon. Terrell would join a Seattle defense that heavily values tackling, something he has said to take pride him, and could keep their defense among the best in the league as they look to repeat.