{"id":623640,"date":"2026-04-23T16:29:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T16:29:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/623640\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T16:29:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T16:29:15","slug":"2026-nfl-draft-order-full-round-1-picks-team-needs-for-all-32-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/623640\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 NFL Draft order: Full Round 1 picks, team needs for all 32 teams"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 2026 NFL Draft is finally here. On Thursday night at 8 p.m. ET,<\/a> the Las Vegas Raiders will officially be on the clock to kick off the festivities. We already know with a great deal of certainty who will come off the board with that selection, but from there, everything is on the table<\/a>, and it should be a whole lot of fun to find out who lands where.<\/p>\n

Where is each team picking in the first round? And which positions might they address? Those answers and more can be found below.<\/p>\n

2026 NFL Draft essentials<\/p>\n

As a reminder, six teams — Cincinnati, Atlanta, Green Bay, Indianapolis, Denver and Jacksonville — do not own a first-round pick in 2026 due to trades, including the Micah Parsons, Sauce Gardner, Dexter Lawrence and Jaylen Waddle deals.<\/p>\n

Here is the official 2026\u00a0NFL Draft<\/a>\u00a0order: <\/p>\n

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Team needs: QB, WR, CB, S, DL, IOL, RB, OT<\/p>\n

Las Vegas overextended last offseason, drafting a running back in the top 10 and trading for a 35-year-old quarterback despite having one of the league’s worst rosters. As a result, the Raiders fired head coach Pete Carroll after one season and now pick even earlier in the draft under new head coach Klint Kubiak<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Team needs: QB, CB, S, LB, IOL, WR, DL, EDGE<\/p>\n

The Jets finished with one of the worst records in the league, but at least they have a plan and have positioned themselves to change the course of the franchise. Over the next two years, New York has five first-round picks.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB\u00a0Geno Smith<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (via trade<\/a>), DL David Onyemata, LB Demario Davis, EDGE Joseph Ossai, DL\u00a0T’Vondre Sweat<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), EDGE Kingsley Enagbare, CB\u00a0Nahshon Wright<\/a>, G Dylan ParhamKey re-signings:\u00a0RB\u00a0Breece Hall<\/a>\u00a0(franchise tag), DL\u00a0Jowon Briggs<\/a>, RB Kene Nwangwu, S Andre CiscoKey departures:\u00a0LB Quincy Williams, G John Simpson, G Alijah Vera-Tucker, EDGE\u00a0Jermaine Johnson II<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), K Nick Folk, EDGE Micheal Clemons
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Team needs: QB, OT, IOL, RB, LB, S, DL<\/p>\n

Arizona decided to part with head coach Jonathan Gannon and quarterback Kyler Murray, signaling a full reset. Mike LaFleur replaced Gannon.<\/p>\n

Key additions: QB Gardner Minshew, G Isaac Seumalo, RB Tyler Allgeier, DL Roy Lopez, WR Kendrick Bourne, S Andrew WingardKey re-signings: DL L.J. Collier, CB Starling Thomas V, P Blake Gillikin, K Chad RylandKey departures: QB Kyler Murray, S Jalen Thompson, DT Dalvin Tomlinson
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Team needs: IOL, LB, EDGE, CB, S, WR, RB<\/p>\n

The positive momentum Tennessee built over the final month of the regular season came to a frustrating end in the finale. Still, Cam Ward’s strong finish to the 2025 campaign, along with Robert Saleh’s defensive prowess, should give Titans fans hope in 2026 and beyond.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0DL John Franklin-Myers, WR Wan’Dale Robinson, EDGE Jermaine Johnson II (via trade<\/a>), G Cordell Volson, CB Alontae Taylor, CB Cordale Flott, TE Daniel Bellinger, DL Jordan Elliott, DL Solomon Thomas<\/a> (via trade), EDGE Jacob Martin, C Austin Schlottmann, CB Joshua Williams, P Tommy TownsendKey re-signings:\u00a0K Joey SlyeKey departures:\u00a0DL T’Vondre Sweat (via trade<\/a>), EDGE Arden Key, TE Chigoziem Okonkwo
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Team needs: DL, CB, IOL, WR, S, RB, LB<\/p>\n

There are reasons to be optimistic about Jaxson Dart’s future with the franchise. He brought life to an offense that could have easily wallowed in self-pity after the Malik Nabers and Andrew Thomas injuries. John Harbaugh can bring the accountability and respect the organization has lacked.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0LB Tremaine Edmunds, TE Isaiah Likely, CB Greg Newsome II, P Jordan Stout, FB Patrick Ricard, K Jason Sanders, S Ar’Darius Washington, WR Darnell MooneyKey re-signings:\u00a0OT\u00a0Jermaine Eluemunor<\/a>, RB\u00a0Devin Singletary<\/a>, OL Evan Nea, LB Micah McFadden\u00a0Key departures:\u00a0WR\u00a0Wan’Dale Robinson<\/a>, CB\u00a0Cordale Flott<\/a>, TE\u00a0Daniel Bellinger<\/a>, C Austin Schlottmann, LS Casey Kreiter
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Team needs: OT, WR, QB, IOL, CB, TE, RB, S, LB<\/p>\n

The Browns parted ways with head coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons and hired Todd Monken as his replacement. Stefanski led the franchise to its first playoff win post-expansion but struggled to identify a franchise quarterback.<\/p>\n

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Team needs: RB, WR, IOL, TE, LB, S, CB, EDGE<\/p>\n

Next season is an easy sell for Washington. If Jayden Daniels returns healthy, they will be competitive again, but the roster still has plenty of needs, especially on defense. An attempt to microwave those weaknesses in Dan Quinn’s first season did not work.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0EDGE Odafe Oweh (read more<\/a>), LB\u00a0Leo Chenal<\/a>, DL Tim Settle, CB Amik Robertson, EDGE K’Lavon Chaisson, TE Chigoziem Okonkwo, S Nick Cross, RB Rachaad White, RB Jerome FordKey re-signings:\u00a0QB\u00a0Marcus Mariota<\/a>, OL\u00a0Andrew Wylie<\/a>, WR Treylon Burks, K Jake Moody, Tress WayKey departures:\u00a0C Tyler Biadasz, RB Chris Rodriguez Jr., EDGE Jacob Martin, CB Jonathan Jones<\/a>
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Team needs: WR, EDGE, LB, DL, CB, S, TE<\/p>\n

The Saints’ season ended just as fans were clamoring for more of Tyler Shough. He looks like the clear favorite to open next season as the starting quarterback, bringing a level of optimism that didn’t exist earlier in the year.<\/p>\n

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Team needs: CB, OT, S, DL, RB, EDGE, WR, TE<\/p>\n

Kansas City will enter next season in unfamiliar territory: the hungry underdog. Assuming Patrick Mahomes is fully healthy, there’s no reason to believe the Chiefs won’t be in the mix again. However, they have a deteriorating roster that needs a youthful infusion.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0RB\u00a0Kenneth Walker III<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), DL\u00a0Khyiris Tonga<\/a>, S Alohi Gilman, CB Kader Kohou, QB Justin FieldsKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Travis Kelce<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), WR Tyquan Thornton, LS James WinchesterKey departures:\u00a0CB\u00a0Trent McDuffie<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), CB\u00a0Jaylen Watson<\/a>, S Bryan Cook, RB Isiah Pacheco, LB Leo Chenal, EDGE Charles Omenihu, CB Joshua Williams, DL Derrick Nnadi\u00a0
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Team needs: DL, CB, IOL, WR, S, RB, LB<\/p>\n

There are reasons to be optimistic about Jaxson Dart’s future with the franchise. He brought life to an offense that could have easily wallowed in self-pity after the Malik Nabers and Andrew Thomas injuries. John Harbaugh can bring the accountability and respect the organization has lacked.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0LB Tremaine Edmunds, TE Isaiah Likely, CB Greg Newsome II, P Jordan Stout, FB Patrick Ricard, K Jason Sanders, S Ar’Darius Washington, WR Darnell MooneyKey re-signings:\u00a0OT\u00a0Jermaine Eluemunor<\/a>, RB\u00a0Devin Singletary<\/a>, OL Evan Nea, LB Micah McFadden\u00a0Key departures:\u00a0DT Dexter Lawrence, WR\u00a0Wan’Dale Robinson<\/a>, CB\u00a0Cordale Flott<\/a>, TE\u00a0Daniel Bellinger<\/a>, C Austin Schlottmann, LS Casey Kreiter
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Team needs: WR, CB, S, TE, IOL, EDGE, DL, LB<\/p>\n

Fans can say what they want about the Mike McDaniel era in Miami, but few had such a distinct offensive identity as the Dolphins’ former coach. It is a fresh start for the organization with a new general manager, head coach and quarterback.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB Malik Willis (read more<\/a>), EDGE Josh Uche, S Zayne Anderson, WR Tutu Atwell, CB Marco WilsonKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Greg Dulcich<\/a>, LB Willie Gay Jr.Key departures:\u00a0QB Tua Tagovailoa, S\u00a0Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), FB Alec Ingold, OT Larry Borom, G Cole Strange, EDGE Bradley Chubb, TE Julian Hill
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\"team
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Team needs: CB, S, LB, RB, EDGE, WR, DL<\/p>\n

Dallas is once again searching for answers this offseason.\u00a0Dak Prescott<\/a>\u00a0was healthy, yet the team still failed to reach the playoffs with a new head coach. It feels as though Jerry Jones may push all his chips to the center of the table for 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Team needs: OT, WR, DL, LB, CB, S<\/p>\n

Sean McVay is still armed with a first-round pick after last year’s deal with the Falcons. They have been aggressive in pursuit of another Super Bowl during the Matthew Stafford era.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0CB Trent McDuffie (via trade<\/a>), CB Jaylen Watson, LS Joe CardonaKey re-signings:\u00a0S\u00a0Kamren Curl<\/a>, TE\u00a0Tyler Higbee<\/a>, K\u00a0Harrison Mevis<\/a>, OT David QuessenberryKey departures:\u00a0WR Tutu Atwell, CB Cobie Durant, CB Darious Williams (retirement)
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Team needs: DL, IOL, WR, LB, CB, EDGE, RB<\/p>\n

For the first time since 2007, the Ravens will have a new head coach after firing John Harbaugh. Jesse Minter has been tabbed as Harbaugh’s replacement.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0G\u00a0John Simpson<\/a>, EDGE Trey Hendrickson, S Jaylinn HawkinsKey re-signings:\u00a0QB Tyler Huntley, CB Chidobe AwuzieKey departures:\u00a0C\u00a0Tyler Linderbaum<\/a>, TE\u00a0Isaiah Likely<\/a>, EDGE\u00a0Dre’Mont Jones<\/a>, S\u00a0Alohi Gilman<\/a>, TE\u00a0Charlie Kolar<\/a>, P\u00a0Jordan Stout<\/a>, FB Patrick Ricard, S Ar’Darius Washington, RB Keaton Mitchell
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Team needs: IOL, EDGE, LB, DL, TE, WR, CB<\/p>\n

Other organizations have been quick to fire head coaches, but the Buccaneers went down the path of dismissing coordinators rather than a change at the top. 2026 is an important year for Todd Bowles.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0LB Alex Anzalone, RB Kenneth Gainwell, DL A’Shawn Robinson, QB Jake Browning, DE Al-Quadin MuhammadKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Cade Otton<\/a>Key departures:\u00a0WR Mike Evans, CB Jamel Dean, DL Logan Hall, RB Rachaad White
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\"team
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Team needs: QB, CB, S, LB, IOL, WR, DL, EDGE<\/p>\n

The Jets finished with one of the worst records in the league, but at least they have a plan and have positioned themselves to change the course of the franchise. Over the next two years, New York has five first-round picks.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB\u00a0Geno Smith<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), S Minkah Fitzpatrick (via trade<\/a>), DL David Onyemata, LB Demario Davis, EDGE Joseph Ossai, DL\u00a0T’Vondre Sweat<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), EDGE Kingsley Enagbare, CB\u00a0Nahshon Wright<\/a>, G Dylan ParhamKey re-signings:\u00a0RB\u00a0Breece Hall<\/a>\u00a0(franchise tag), DL\u00a0Jowon Briggs<\/a>, RB Kene Nwangwu, S Andre CiscoKey departures:\u00a0LB Quincy Williams, G John Simpson, G Alijah Vera-Tucker, EDGE\u00a0Jermaine Johnson II<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), K Nick Folk, EDGE Micheal Clemons
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Team needs: OT, IOL, EDGE, DL, LB, CB<\/p>\n

The departures of coordinators Ben Johnson<\/a> and Aaron Glenn after the 2024 season were likely understated in the moment given the presence Dan Campbell has over that organization. Those absences, along with a few veteran offensive line departures, led to a much more tumultuous season.<\/p>\n

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Team needs: LB, CB, S, DL, WR, QB, EDGE, TE<\/p>\n

J.J. McCarthy’s volatile season was once the expectation for a young quarterback, but recent rookie performances from Jayden Daniels and C.J. Stroud set unrealistic expectations for the majority. Caleb Williams is proof that situation matters.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB Kyler Murray, CB\u00a0James Pierre<\/a>Key re-signings:\u00a0LB\u00a0Eric Wilson<\/a>, DL\u00a0Jalen Redmond<\/a>, LB\u00a0Ivan Pace Jr<\/a>., DB Tavierre Thomas, RB Aaron Jones<\/a>, LS Andrew DePaolaKey departures:\u00a0WR Jalen Nailor, C\u00a0Ryan Kelly<\/a>\u00a0(retirement), DT Javon Hargrave, DL Jonathan Allen, FB C.J. Ham (retirement)
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\"team
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Team needs: LB, S, DL, CB, WR, RB, IOL<\/p>\n

Although a home wild card loss was not a desirable conclusion, the Panthers have to be pleased with how the season played out considering they picked in the top 10 the previous April.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0EDGE\u00a0Jaelan Phillips<\/a>, LB\u00a0Devin Lloyd<\/a>, OT Rasheed Walker, QB\u00a0Kenny Pickett<\/a>, WR John Metchie III, C Luke Fortner, S Nick ScottKey re-signings:\u00a0WR David Moore<\/a>, LS J.J. JansenKey departures:\u00a0RB\u00a0Rico Dowdle<\/a>, C\u00a0Cade Mays<\/a>, DL A’Shawn Robinson, OT Yosh Nijman (retired)
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Team needs: CB, S, LB, RB, EDGE, WR, DL<\/p>\n

Dallas is once again searching for answers this offseason. Dak Prescott was healthy, yet the team still failed to reach the playoffs with a new head coach. It feels as though Jerry Jones may push all his chips to the center of the table for 2026. <\/p>\n

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Team needs: QB, S, LB, CB, WR, RB, OT<\/p>\n

An offseason of change has already begun for Pittsburgh, as the team replaced Mike Tomlin with Mike McCarthy. A decision from veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers looms.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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Team needs:\u00a0IOL, DL, EDGE, LB, CB, S, WR<\/p>\n

Jim Harbaugh set a floor for the Chargers, but the hope is now that he can raise the ceiling with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0C\u00a0Tyler Biadasz<\/a>, FB\u00a0Alec Ingold<\/a>, G\u00a0Cole Strange<\/a>, TE Charlie Kolar, RB Keaton Mitchell, DL Dalvin TomlinsonKey re-signings:\u00a0EDGE\u00a0Khalil Mack<\/a>, DL\u00a0Teair Tart<\/a>, RB\u00a0Kimani Vidal<\/a>, QB Trey Lance, OT Trevor PenningKey departures:\u00a0EDGE\u00a0Odafe Oweh<\/a>, G Zion Johnson, CB Benjamin St-Juste, DL Otito Ogbonnia, Tyler Conklin
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Team needs: S, EDGE, TE, CB, WR, IOL<\/p>\n

A frustrating season, for fans and receivers alike, came to an end against the 49ers. The Eagles are believed to be considering a trade of A.J. Brown and have since replaced the offensive coordinator and offensive line coach.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0CB Riq Woolen, TE Johnny Mundt, CB Jonathan JonesKey re-signings:\u00a0TE Dallas Goedert, TE Grant Calcaterra, P Braden MannKey departures:\u00a0EDGE Jaelan Phillips, S Reed Blankenship, LB Nakobe Dean, OL Brett Toth, EDGE Azeez Ojulari, EDGE Josh Uche, WR Jahan Dotson
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Team needs: OT, WR, QB, IOL, CB, TE, RB, S, LB<\/p>\n

The Browns parted ways with head coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons and hired Todd Monken as his replacement. Stefanski led the franchise to its first playoff win post-expansion but struggled to identify a franchise quarterback.<\/p>\n

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Team needs: DL, S, OT, CB, EDGE, IOL, WR<\/p>\n

It was a magical season for the Bears in Ben Johnson’s first season. There’s hope and expectation where it had not been a year ago. <\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0S\u00a0Coby Bryant<\/a>, LB\u00a0Devin Bush<\/a>, C\u00a0Garrett Bradbury<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), DL\u00a0Neville Gallimore<\/a>, WR\u00a0Kalif Raymond<\/a>, DB\u00a0Cam Lewis<\/a>, OT Jedrick Wills Jr.\u00a0Key re-signings:\u00a0QB\u00a0Case Keenum<\/a>, OT\u00a0Braxton Jones<\/a>Key departures:\u00a0WR DJ Moore (via trade<\/a>), LB\u00a0Tremaine Edmunds<\/a>, C\u00a0Drew Dalman<\/a>\u00a0(via retirement<\/a>), CB Nahshon Wright, S Kevin Byard, S Jaquan Brisker
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Team needs: IOL, EDGE, S, LB, CB, WR, OT<\/p>\n

The stage was set for\u00a0Josh Allen<\/a>\u00a0to excel in a playoff setting that excluded the likes of Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson, but\u00a0it ended the same as every other year — in heartbreak<\/a>. Joe Brady was hired as the new head coach.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Team needs: EDGE, DL, WR, IOL, OT, LB, CB, TE<\/p>\n

San Francisco exceeded expectation considering the injuries and drama with wide receiver\u00a0Brandon Aiyuk<\/a>. The 49ers will be back in the hunt if they pull a few of the right levers this offseason.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0WR\u00a0Mike Evans<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), OT Vederian Lowe, OL Brett Toth, DT Osa Odighizuwa (via trade<\/a>), LB Dre Greenlaw, CB Nate HobbsKey re-signings:\u00a0K\u00a0Eddy Pineiro<\/a>, TE Jake Tonges, LS Jon WeeksKey departures:\u00a0WR Kendrick Bourne, DL Jordan Elliott, WR Skyy Moore
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Team needs: OT, IOL, DL, RB, TE, LB<\/p>\n

C.J. Stroud was awful to end the season, but the Texans return the majority of their league-leading defense.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0RB David Montgomery (via trade<\/a>), OT\u00a0Braden Smith<\/a>, S\u00a0Reed Blankenship<\/a>, TE Foster Moreau, DL Logan Hall, G Evan BrownKey re-signings:\u00a0DL\u00a0Sheldon Rankins<\/a>, S\u00a0M.J. Stewart<\/a>, OT\u00a0Trent Brown<\/a>, G\u00a0Ed Ingram<\/a>, LB E.J. SpeedKey departures:\u00a0OL Tytus Howard (via trade<\/a>), DL\u00a0Tim Settle<\/a>, P Tommy Townsend, LB Christian Harris
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29. Kansas City Chiefs via Los Angeles Rams<\/p>\n

Team needs: CB, OT, S, DL, RB, EDGE, WR, TE<\/p>\n

Kansas City will enter next season in unfamiliar territory: the hungry underdog. Assuming Patrick Mahomes is fully healthy, there’s no reason to believe the Chiefs won’t be in the mix again. However, they have a deteriorating roster that needs a youthful infusion.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0RB\u00a0Kenneth Walker III<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), DL\u00a0Khyiris Tonga<\/a>, S Alohi Gilman, CB Kader Kohou, QB Justin FieldsKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Travis Kelce<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), WR Tyquan Thornton, LS James WinchesterKey departures:\u00a0CB\u00a0Trent McDuffie<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), CB\u00a0Jaylen Watson<\/a>, S Bryan Cook, RB Isiah Pacheco, LB Leo Chenal, EDGE Charles Omenihu, CB Joshua Williams, DL Derrick Nnadi\u00a0
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\"team
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Team needs: WR, CB, S, TE, IOL, EDGE, DL, LB<\/p>\n

Fans can say what they want about the Mike McDaniel era in Miami, but few had such a distinct offensive identity as the Dolphins’ former coach. It is a fresh start for the organization with a new general manager, head coach and quarterback.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB Malik Willis (read more<\/a>), EDGE Josh Uche, S Zayne Anderson, WR Tutu Atwell, CB Marco WilsonKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Greg Dulcich<\/a>, LB Willie Gay Jr.Key departures:\u00a0QB Tua Tagovailoa, S\u00a0Minkah Fitzpatrick<\/a>\u00a0(via trade<\/a>), FB Alec Ingold, OT Larry Borom, G Cole Strange, EDGE Bradley Chubb, TE Julian Hill
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Team needs: IOL, OT, TE, EDGE, LB, DL, CB<\/p>\n

The Patriots experienced a magical one-year turnaround to advance to their first Super Bowl since 2019. All eyes are on Mike Vrabel and his team’s encore performance.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0WR\u00a0Romeo Doubs<\/a>, EDGE Dre’Mont Jones, G\u00a0Alijah Vera-Tucker<\/a>, FB Reggie Gilliam, LB KJ Britt, S Kevin Byard, TE Julian HillKey re-signings:\u00a0Key departures:\u00a0C Garrett Bradbury (via trade<\/a>), DL Khyiris Tonga, TE Austin Hooper, S Jaylinn Hawkins, EDGE K’Lavon Chaisson
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\"team
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Team needs: CB, IOL, RB, EDGE, DL, S, LB<\/p>\n

The Seahawks secured their second Super Bowl title after dismantling the Patriots. Coach Mike Macdonald built one of the league’s most dominant defenses in just two seasons, while free agent signing Sam Darnold completed his career resurgence with a Lombardi Trophy.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0RB Emanuel WilsonKey re-signings:\u00a0WR\u00a0Rashid Shaheed<\/a>, CB\u00a0Josh Jobe<\/a>, LB\u00a0Drake Thomas<\/a>, DB\u00a0Ty Okada<\/a>, OT Josh JonesKey departures:\u00a0EDGE Boye Mafe, S Coby Bryant, RB Kenneth Walker III, CB Riq Woolen Teams without a first-round pick
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Atlanta Falcons<\/p>\n

Team needs: EDGE, WR, CB, LB, DL, RB<\/p>\n

Atlanta fired Raheem Morris as head coach and sent its first-round pick to Los Angeles as part of trading up for James Pearce Jr. Kevin Stefanski is no stranger to not having a first-round pick, as the Browns did not have one in three of his six years leading the franchise.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0QB\u00a0Tua Tagovailoa<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), WR\u00a0Jahan Dotson<\/a>, TE\u00a0Austin Hooper<\/a>, K\u00a0Nick Folk<\/a>, DL Chris Williams, EDGE Azeez Ojulari, WR Olamide Zaccheaus, P Jake BaileyKey re-signings:\u00a0TE\u00a0Kyle Pitts<\/a>\u00a0(franchise tag<\/a>)Key departures:\u00a0RB Tyler Allgeier, DL\u00a0David Onyemata<\/a>, CB\u00a0Dee Alford<\/a>, QB Kirk Cousins, LB Kaden Elliss, WR Darnell Mooney, K Zane Gonzalez
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Team needs: CB, DL, EDGE, S, LB, IOL, RB, TE<\/p>\n

Joe Burrow made a strong push to get the Bengals into the playoffs after suffering an early-season injury but ultimately fell short. The offense should be in position to compete next season, but can the defense improve enough to get stops?<\/p>\n

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Team needs: TE, LB, DL, IOL, OT, CB, S<\/p>\n

It was a terrible end to the season for Denver. Fans will live with “what if” Bo Nix had not gotten injured. Still, the franchise is headed in the right direction with head coach Sean Payton. The Broncos are without a first-round pick because of the Jaylen Waddle trade.<\/p>\n

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Green Bay Packers<\/p>\n

Team needs: CB, DL, IOL, OT, LB, EDGE<\/p>\n

Matt LaFleur is looking to re-tool the Packers offense after another early playoff exit. Green Bay is without its first-round pick as a result of the Micah Parsons deal. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0LB\u00a0Zaire Franklin<\/a>\u00a0(via trade), CB\u00a0Benjamin St-Juste<\/a>, DT Javon Hargrave, WR Skyy MooreKey re-signings:\u00a0C\u00a0Sean Rhyan<\/a>Key departures:\u00a0EDGE Rashan Gary (via trade<\/a>), LB\u00a0Quay Walker<\/a>, QB\u00a0Malik Willis<\/a>, DL\u00a0Colby Wooden<\/a>\u00a0(via trade), EDGE\u00a0Kingsley Enagbare<\/a>, S Zayne Anderson, RB Emanuel Wilson, WR Romeo Doubs, Nate Hobbs, Elgton Jenkins, Rasheed Walker
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Indianapolis Colts<\/p>\n

Team needs: LB, DL, EDGE, S, OT, WR<\/p>\n

The Colts sending the Jets a first-round pick looked worse by the week as cornerback Sauce Gardner struggled to stay healthy — not that it mattered after Daniel Jones’ season-ending Achilles tear. Indianapolis hopes the Gardner trade pays dividends in 2026.<\/p>\n

Key additions:\u00a0EDGE\u00a0Arden Key<\/a>, DL Colby Wooden (via trade), EDGE Micheal Clemons, DL Derrick Nnadi, S Jonathan OwensKey re-signings:\u00a0QB\u00a0Daniel Jones<\/a>, WR\u00a0Alec Pierce<\/a>\u00a0(read more<\/a>), K Blake GrupeKey departures:\u00a0WR\u00a0Michael Pittman<\/a>\u00a0Jr. (via trade<\/a>), LB Zaire Franklin (via trade), OT Braden Smith, EDGE\u00a0Kwity Paye<\/a>, DL Neville Gallimore, S Nick Cross
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Jacksonville Jaguars<\/p>\n

Team needs: CB, S, DL, OT, IOL, LB, EDGE<\/p>\n

The Jaguars have every reason to celebrate their accomplishments this season. Yes, they lost in the wild card round as the home team, but a year ago, they were making preparations for the No. 5 overall pick. The future is bright for a team who played most of this season without No. 2 overall selection\u00a0Travis Hunter<\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The 2026 NFL Draft is finally here. 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