{"id":96132,"date":"2026-01-11T00:31:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:31:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/96132\/"},"modified":"2026-01-11T00:31:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:31:05","slug":"2026-nfl-mock-draft-1-0-jets-take-franchise-qb","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/96132\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0:\u00a0Jets take franchise QB"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Serby Mock 1.0 gives head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey their quarterback of the future, plus a pair of picks, including the first in the second round, to begin the Jets\u2019 defensive rebuild.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/09\/sports\/what-brian-daboll-is-telling-coaches-about-giants-opening-jaxson-dart\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jaxson Dart<\/a>, meanwhile, gets a Robin for Malik Nabers\u2019 Batman.<\/p>\n<p>1. Raiders<\/p>\n<p>Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana<\/p>\n<p>The 6-5 Heisman winner\u2018s <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/10\/sports\/why-national-title-game-vs-miami-has-extra-meaning-for-fernando-mendoza\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Peach Bowl masterpiece<\/a> should convince minority owner Tom Brady that he\u00a0gives Brock Bowers a better chance immediately for a second 1,000-yard season than Dante Moore would.<\/p>\n<p>2. Jets<\/p>\n<p>Dante Moore, QB, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Jets fans were over the moon when GM Joe Douglas and HC Robert Saleh used the second pick of the 2021 NFL Draft on Zach Wilson to replace Sam Darnold. <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/10\/sports\/dante-moore-hasnt-made-nfl-draft-decision-yet-amid-jets-intrigue\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Some of them might have reservations that he isn\u2019t pro-ready<\/a>. Some of them have recurring nightmares of Peyton Manning opting to remain at Tennessee when HC Bill Parcells held the first overall pick in 1997.<\/p>\n<p>Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) looks to pass against the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half of the 2025 Peach Bowl. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n<p>3. Cardinals<\/p>\n<p>Francis Mauigoa,  OT, Miami (Fla.)<\/p>\n<p>A bookend RT is desperately needed for the next coach and quarterback opposite LT Paris Johnson Jr. A 6-6, 315-pound mauler who could end up inside fits the bill.<\/p>\n<p>4. Titans<\/p>\n<p>David Bailey, Edge, Texas A&amp;M<\/p>\n<p>A long-armed 6-3, 250-pound elite pass rush finisher on the rise for a new coach who will need to deal with Trevor Lawrence twice a year.<\/p>\n<p>5. Giants<\/p>\n<p>Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State<\/p>\n<p>A 6-3, 195-pound big-play option opposite Nabers for <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/09\/sports\/what-brian-daboll-is-telling-coaches-about-giants-opening-jaxson-dart\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dart and the new head coach<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Carnell Tate of Ohio State celebrates a touchdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first quarter in the 2025 Big Ten Football Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 06, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Getty Images<\/p>\n<p>6. Browns<\/p>\n<p>Spencer Fano, OT, Utah<\/p>\n<p>An injury-plagued and aging offensive line needs an infusion of fresh blood.<\/p>\n<p>7. Commanders<\/p>\n<p>Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State<\/p>\n<p>Dan Quinn, who was in Dallas when Micah Parsons was the 12th pick, can\u2019t believe this stud is still on the board, and he might not be come Mock 2.0. An explosive hybrid 6-4, 243-pound sideline-to-sideline weapon who can also rush off the edge.<\/p>\n<p>8. Saints<\/p>\n<p>Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame<\/p>\n<p>Coach Kellen Moore needs a receiver, but this 6-0, 214-pound difference-maker can help Tyler Shough immensely with Alvin Kamara in decline and in flux.<\/p>\n<p>9. Chiefs<\/p>\n<p>Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State<\/p>\n<p>S Bryan Cook could leave in free agency, and if you know defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo, he\u2019d be pounding the table for this culture-changer impact defender.<\/p>\n<p>10. Bengals<\/p>\n<p>Rueben Bain Jr., DE, Miami (Fla.)<\/p>\n<p>With a divorce from Trey Hendrickson likely this year or next, T. rex arms on a 6-3, 270-pound disruptor can be overlooked.<\/p>\n<p>11. Dolphins<\/p>\n<p>Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State<\/p>\n<p>Tyreek Hill will need to be replaced sooner rather than later, and this 6-2, 200-pounder could complement Jaylen Waddle.<\/p>\n<p>12. Cowboys<\/p>\n<p>Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee<\/p>\n<p>DaRond Bland (foot) can\u2019t stay healthy, Trevon Diggs is gone, and Malik Nabers returns for Jaxson Dart.<\/p>\n<p>13. Rams<\/p>\n<p>Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU<\/p>\n<p>CB Emmanuel Forbes has been a reclamation project revelation, but an upgrade is needed for Ahkello Witherspoon.<\/p>\n<p>Isaiah Sategna III of Oklahoma carries the ball defended by Mansoor Delane #4 and Tamarcus Cooley #0 of LSU during the first quarter of the game at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on Nov. 29, 2025. Getty Images<\/p>\n<p>14. Ravens<\/p>\n<p>Peter Woods, DT, Clemson<\/p>\n<p>Johnathan Jenkins will be 27 next summer and Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) faces a murky future, so a 6-3, 310-pound run stuffer.<\/p>\n<p>15. Buccaneers<\/p>\n<p>Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>A 6-3, 245-pound red-zone thoroughbred for Baker Mayfield because Cade Otton is a free agent.<\/p>\n<p>16. Jets<\/p>\n<p>Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State<\/p>\n<p>A 6-3, 326-pound monster in the middle to help replace Quinnen Williams.<\/p>\n<p>Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (98) celebrates his tackle for loss during the third quarter against the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<p>17. Lions<\/p>\n<p>Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn<\/p>\n<p>A raw 6-6, 285-pound power player with unrefined pass rush skills to bookend Aidan Hutchinson.<\/p>\n<p>18. Vikings<\/p>\n<p>Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson<\/p>\n<p>A playmaker with a knack for forcing fumbles who would provide quality depth behind Byron Murphy Jr. and Isaiah Rodgers.<\/p>\n<p>19. Panthers<\/p>\n<p>Sonny Styles, LB Ohio State<\/p>\n<p>A former safety who projects as a 6-4, 243-pound tackling machine.<\/p>\n<p>20. Cowboys<\/p>\n<p>Akheem Mesidor, DE, Miami (Fla.)<\/p>\n<p>He\u2019ll be turning 25, but Jerry Jones is 83 years old, and he wants results now.<\/p>\n<p>21. Steelers<\/p>\n<p>Makai Lemon, WR, USC<\/p>\n<p>A 5-11, 195-pound slot receiver who has drawn comparisons to Amon-Ra St. Brown and would complement DK Metcalf.<\/p>\n<p>Southern California wide receiver Makai Lemon, right, applies a stiff arm on UCLA defensive back Andre Jordan Jr. during the first half of an NCAA college football game. AP<\/p>\n<p>22. Chargers<\/p>\n<p>Kadyn Proctor, OL, Alabama<\/p>\n<p>Jim Harbaugh is obsessed with Road Graders, especially when they are 6-7, 369 pounds, and needs to protect Justin Herbert and replace Mekhi Becton.<\/p>\n<p>23. Eagles<\/p>\n<p>Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah<\/p>\n<p>Howie Roseman, the proactive one, recognizes that RT Lane Johnson is 35 and sends this 6-6, 308-pounder to the Jeff Stoutland Offensive Line Academy.<\/p>\n<p>24. Bills<\/p>\n<p>Denzel Boston, WR, Washington<\/p>\n<p>Keon Coleman hasn\u2019t panned out as the big receiver, so GM Brandon Beane gets Josh Allen a 6-4, 209-pound target.<\/p>\n<p>25. Bears<\/p>\n<p>J.J. Parker, Edge, Clemson<\/p>\n<p>Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen gets a 6-3, 265-pound pass rusher to bookend Montez Sweat.<\/p>\n<p>26. 49ers<\/p>\n<p>Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia<\/p>\n<p>Kyle Shanahan will say goodbye to Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings is a free agent, so Brock Purdy gets a dynamic 5-10, 180-pound yards after catch weapon with return skills.<\/p>\n<p>27. Texans<\/p>\n<p>Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State<\/p>\n<p>A plug-and-play 6-4, 330-pound bulldozer to open holes for Woody Marks and keep C.J. Stroud safe.<\/p>\n<p>28. Browns<\/p>\n<p>Emmanuel Pregnon, G, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Joel Bitonio is mulling retirement and Wyatt Teller is a free agent. Someone has to block for Quinshon Judkins and Shedeur Sanders, if he starts for the next head coach.<\/p>\n<p>Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson (15) runs against Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Rolijah Hardy (21) in the first half of the 2026 Rose Bowl. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect<\/p>\n<p>29. Rams<\/p>\n<p>Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama<\/p>\n<p>Sean McVay <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/07\/sports\/alabama-qb-ty-simpson-makes-2026-nfl-draft-decision\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">needs a quarterback of the future <\/a>with Matthew Stafford nearing the end.<\/p>\n<p>30. Patriots<\/p>\n<p>R Mason Thomas, Edge, Oklahoma<\/p>\n<p>A 6-2, 249-pounder because Harold Landry and K\u2019Lavon Chaisson need help rushing the passer.<\/p>\n<p>South Carolina Gamecocks cornerback Brandon Cisse (15) breaks up a pass intended for Clemson Tigers wide receiver Tristan Smith (3) in the third quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium.  Jeff Blake-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<p>31. Broncos<\/p>\n<p>CJ Allen, LB, Georgia<\/p>\n<p>A driven 6-1, 235-pound leader who played through a hamstring injury since Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad will be free agents.<\/p>\n<p>32. Seahawks<\/p>\n<p>A\u2019Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon<\/p>\n<p>Jarran Reed is 32 and Leonard Williams will be 32 in June, so a 6-3, 330-pound freak for the future.<\/p>\n<p>33. Jets<\/p>\n<p>Brandon Cisse CB, South Carolina<\/p>\n<p>To start the second round, a 6-0, 190-pounder with 4.45 speed who could be an immediate starter at the nickel for <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2026\/01\/08\/sports\/jets-request-interview-with-vikings-daronte-jones\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Glenn and his next defensive coordinator<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Serby Mock 1.0 gives head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey their quarterback of the future,&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":96133,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[835,42269,34004,2679,9,2683,11,430,10,22,34085,319,771],"class_list":{"0":"post-96132","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-new-york","8":"tag-arizona-cardinals","9":"tag-dante-moore","10":"tag-fernando-mendoza","11":"tag-las-vegas-raiders","12":"tag-new-york","13":"tag-new-york-giants","14":"tag-new-york-headlines","15":"tag-new-york-jets","16":"tag-new-york-news","17":"tag-nfl","18":"tag-nfl-mock-draft","19":"tag-sports","20":"tag-tennessee-titans"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96132","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=96132"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/96132\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/96133"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=96132"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=96132"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=96132"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}