Here are our experts' NFL mock drafts for the 2026 cycle, including projected landing spots for all the top quarterbacks.

The mock draft opens with Manning to the Browns. The 6-foot-4 sophomore will begin this season as the Texas Longhorns’ starter. His bloodline includes Peyton and Eli Manning, but Yates noted Arch’s mobility as a key difference from his uncles.

No surprise here, but the Indianapolis Colts pick a quarterback in the preseason edition of ESPN's 2026 NFL mock draft.

Arch Manning and Shedeur Sanders on the same roster sure would draw attention to the Browns if this NFL mock draft happens

With an emphasis on improving the defense, this latest ESPN mock draft has the New England Patriots doing just that in the form of a dominant defensive end.

ESPN named two college quarterbacks who could lead the Pittsburgh Steelers once Aaron Rodgers retires from the NFL.

ESPN's Field Yates has the Chicago Bears turning their attention to defense in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

After what was generally considered a weak year at the position, the 2026 NFL draft is shaping up to be a quarterback bonanza.

Kansas State Wildcats quarterback Avery Johnson was one of the more touted recruits in program history, but the signal-caller is still working to improve his NFL draft outlook. Johnson is absent from the majority of early 2026 NFL mock drafts, including Athlon Sports’ Luke Easterling’s projections.

ESPN believes the Cowboys will miss the postseason and keep trying to fix the interior of their defensive line with 2026's draft.