NFL Mocks’ All-Underrated Offense: Hidden gems led by Taylen Green, Emmett Johnson

While most of the media attention leading up to the NFL Draft centers on the top prospects in the class, the difference between a team becoming great and one consistently picking in the top ten often comes down to how well they draft on Day 2 and Day 3.

Over the past few weeks, we’ve taken an in-depth look at each offensive position in the 2026 NFL Draft. Now it’s time to bring those evaluations together and build NFL Mocks’ All-Underrated Offense. To make this team, a prospect must not rank among the top 50 players on the NFL Mock Draft Database consensus big board.

QB: Taylen Green, Arkansas

Taylen Green is still raw as a passer but offers enormous upside. What makes him stand out is his elite mobility. He rushed for over 700 yards this season and ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. Combine that with one of the strongest arms in this draft class, and Green can effortlessly hit big plays downfield. With time and quality coaching, don’t be surprised if he is a starter in a couple of years.

RB: Emmett Johnson, Nebraska

While Green impressed at the Combine, Emmett Johnson posted underwhelming numbers, but that only makes him an absolute steal. Johnson is a versatile back who rushed for 1,451 yards and led his team with 46 receptions this season. Beyond his versatility, he has excellent vision and balance, forcing 68 missed tackles according to PFF.

WR: Trebor Pena, Penn State

Trebor Pena saw his production dip this season, catching 49 passes for 552 yards. However, in 2024 at Syracuse, he was one of college football’s most consistent receivers, leading the ACC with 84 receptions. As a pro prospect, Pena is a crisp route runner with sure hands and the quickness to contribute as a slot receiver in the NFL. He also adds value as a capable punt returner.

WR: Ted Hurst, Georgia State

One of the top Group of Five prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft is Georgia State’s Ted Hurst. He stands out with impressive measurables, measuring 6-foot-4 and running a 4.42-second 40-yard dash. Hurst also excels at winning jump balls, which helped him reach the end zone 15 times over the past two seasons.

TE: Sam Roush, Stanford

Stanford’s Sam Roush is one of the more complete tight ends in the 2026 NFL Draft. At 6-foot-6 and 267 pounds, he has the size and strength to open running lanes as a blocker. In the passing game, Roush was highly productive last season, finishing sixth among FBS tight ends with 545 receiving yards and tying for the conference lead with 49 receptions. 

TE: Lake McRee, USC

More teams are using 22-personnel sets, and we are doing the same with this team. USC’s Lake McRee is a perfect fit. He is a well-rounded tight end who can line up in-line or out wide and has some of the surest hands in the class, dropping only two passes all season. Both McRee and Roush project as Day Three picks with long NFL careers ahead.

OT: Gennings Dunker, Iowa

Iowa’s Gennings Dunker carries the highest consensus draft grade on this list. While he played right tackle for Iowa last season, he also saw time at both center and guard at the Senior Bowl, making him one of the more versatile linemen in the 2026 NFL Draft. Dunker pairs that versatility with strong pop off the ball and the ability to drive defenders, making him a reliable run blocker.

OG: Febechi Nwaiwu, Oklahoma

Oklahoma’s Febechi Nwaiwu has the lowest consensus draft grade on this list, with projections currently placing him as an undrafted free agent. That ranking is surprising considering he was PFF’s highest-graded pass-blocking guard this season and allowed only two pressures. At 6-foot-4 and 319 pounds, Nwaiwu also moves well for his size, which could make him a good fit in a zone-blocking scheme.

C: Matt Gulbin, Michigan State

The top center on my board is Michigan State’s Matt Gulbin, who has the toughness, strength, and leadership to be a quality NFL starter. This past season he was PFF’s top run-blocking center and finished second among all FBS centers in overall grade. Gulbin also has experience at both guard and center, giving him the versatility to play either position in the NFL.

OG: Jalen Farmer, Kentucky

Kentucky’s Jalen Farmer is one of the most athletic offensive linemen in this year’s class. He ran a 4.93-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, the fastest among guards and fourth fastest among all offensive linemen. Farmer pairs that mobility with the strength to consistently drive defenders in the run game.

OT: Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M

Texas A&M’s Dametrious Crownover is a high-upside prospect who will likely need a few years to make an impact in the NFL. He has elite size at 6-foot-7 and 315 pounds with 33⅝-inch arms and moves well for his frame. Crownover is still raw and will need to refine his technique, but his physical tools make him an intriguing long-term project.

Starting next week, we will begin taking an in-depth look at each defensive position in the 2026 NFL Draft class and will unveil the All-Underrated Defense just before the draft.