2026 NFL Draft kicks off

As the first round begins, all eyes are on the top of the board where the Raiders hold the pivotal first selection.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza has been the consensus top prospect for months, but the real intrigue lies in potential trade-ups for other signal-callers like Ty Simpson.

Six teams enter the night armed with multiple first-round picks, creating a highly volatile environment for trades and surprise selections.

Beyond the quarterbacks, elite defensive talents like Arvell Reese and Jeremiyah Love are expected to be high-priority targets for teams looking to bolster their units ahead of the 2026 season.