2026 NFL Draft Round 2 Picks
33. NYJ - Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami
The Jets continue to revamp their defense, now adding Caleb Downs, Peter Woods, and Akheem Mesidor.
34. AZ - Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
After passing on right tackle in the first round of this 2026 NFL Mock Draft, the Cardinals snag one early in the second with Blake Miller.
35. TEN - Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
The other Tennessee corner mentioned when McCoy came off the board, Colton Hood would be a versatile defensive back for Robert Saleh's defense.
36. LV - Gennings Dunker, OL, Iowa
After taking quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Raiders add a nasty, versatile offensive lineman in Gennings Dunker.
37. NYG - Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
Copy and paste from the Cardinals, as the Giants now add a wide receiver and a starting right tackle.
38. HOU - Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Another pick making a strength a strength, adding versatile defensive back Dillon Thieneman to an elite defense.
39. CLE - D'Angelo Ponds, CB, Indiana
I know... the Browns need to address the offense. But not every single pick is going to be on that side of the ball, and there are some needs on defense, too. Slot corner tops the list, at this point, and D'Angelo Ponds may just be the best in the draft, despite his size.
40. KC - T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson
After adding a running back to the offense, the Chiefs add a highly-touted edge rusher to the defense in T.J. Parker.
41. CIN - R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma
Adding a starting cornerback in Mansoor Delane and a player like R Mason Thomas to compete for a starting spot on the edge of the defensive line could really help reshape the struggling Cincinnati defense.
42. NO - Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State
Alontae Taylor is set to be a free agent, so the Saints could add a young corner to the fold in Keith Abney II.
43. MIA - Zachariah Branch, WR, Miami
With Tyreek Hill having been cut, Zachariah Branch could become the next dynamic weapon for the Dolphins offense.
44. NYJ - Emmanuel Pregnon, OL, Oregon
After going defense-heavy early in this 2026 NFL Mock Draft, the Jets add an offensive guard in Emmanuel Pregnon, with Alijah Vera-Tucker potentially leaving via free agency.
45. BAL - Connor Lew, C, Auburn
If the Baltimore Ravens are unable to retain Tyler Linderbaum, they could be in the market for a new center. Connor Lew is regarding as the best in the class.
46. TB - Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas
Anthony Hill could come into the Bucs defense and be a dynamic linebacker, carrying on the legacy of Lavonte David.
47. IND - Gabe Jacas, EDGE, Illinois
With Kwity Paye, Tyquan Lewis, and Samson Ebukam all pending free agents, it leaves the Indianapolis Colts with just Laiatu Latu and JT Tuimoloau at defensive end. Adding a player like Gabe Jacas could help the edge rotation right away, while the Colts are in a "win-now" window, of sorts, following the big trade for Sauce Gardner.
48. ATL - Christen Miller, DT, Georgia
After trading back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft and giving up their first-rounder this year, the Atlanta Falcons continue to address the defensive front, this time adding to the interior and keeping Christen Miller in the state of Georgia.
49. MIN - Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
The Minnesota Vikings desperately need a bell cow, workhorse running back to rely upon to help out whoever ends up under center in 2026. Jadarian Price's running style should be perfect to do that at the next level, especially is spelled by someone like Aaron Jones.
50. DET - Chase Bisontis, G, Texas A&M
Contuing the address the offensive line that struggled quite a bit in 2025, the Lions add a starting left guard in Chase Bisontis. Alongside Freeling, Detroit may have an elite left side of the offensive line for years to come, to go with their NFL-best right tackle in Penei Sewell.
51. CAR - Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
Omar Cooper Jr. is one of the biggest risers heading into the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. His prowess with the ball in his hands makes his a great complement to 2025 first rounder and Offensive Rookie of the Year Tetairoa McMillan.
52. GB - Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
With their first selection in this 2026 NFL Mock Draft, the Packers address a secondary that struggled at times throughout the 2025 season, adding cornerback Chris Johnson.
53. PIT - A.J. Haulcey, S, LSU
A.J. Haulcey is a very impressive box safety that could be an important piece of a likely nearly fully rebuilt safety room and secondary for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
54. PHI - Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
Zion Young has been getting some first-round buzz lately, so it would just make sense that he would fall to the Philadelphia Eagles in the second.
55. LAC - Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
After addressing the offensive line in the first round, the Chargers add a centerpiece for their defense with Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday.
56. JAC - Keionte Scott, DB, Miami
After selecting Travis Hunter in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and trading up to do so, the Jacksonville Jaguars still have a pretty glaring need at cornerback. Even with their plan to have Hunter play primarily on defense in 2026, after adding wide receiver Jakobi Myers last year, Keionte Scott could still start in the slot right away.
57. CHI - LT Overton, EDGE, Alabama
Having selected defensive tackle Caleb Banks in the first round, the Bears continue to bloster the defensive front, this time with edge rusher LT Overton.
58. SF - Brian Parker II, OL, Duke
After adding a wide receiver in round one, the Niners continue to add to the offense, bringing in Brian Parker II who could truly play at any spot on the offensive line.
59. HOU - Keylan Rutledge, OL, Georgia Tech
The Texans turn their attention to the interior offensive line after adding to the interior defensive line in round one. Keylan Rutledge could start right away at right guard to protect C.J. Stroud.
60. BUF - Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee
Even after passing on a receiver in round one, the Bills still get a wideout that, in my opinion, is a first-round talent. Chris Brazzell has all the makings of becoming what Buffalo likely had hoped Keon Coleman would be.
61. LAR - Devin Moore, CB, Florida
Going offense with a tackle and quarterback in round one, the Rams add a big cornerback in Devin Moore to bolster their secondary.
62. DEN - Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt
The Broncos are still looking for their "JOKER" role, and Eli Stowers could take over as the starting tight end for Evan Engram.
63. NE - Romello Height, EDGE, Texas Tech
Romello Height is a very talented, but undersized, edge rusher who could step into a very important role early in his career if the New England Patriots do not retain K'Lavon Chaisson.
64. SEA - Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
If the Seahawks lose Rashid Shaheed to free agency, Chris Bell could fill that down-the-field receiver, and potentially even returner, role when healthy.