2026 NFL Draft: Top 50 prospects big board

We have finally reached the next checkpoint in the 2026 NFL offseason, as the 2026 NFL Draft is happening at the end of April. Across three days, 257 draft picks and a plethora of trades will set the tone for the rest of the offseason, as plenty of collegiate talent will be making the jump to the NFL.

Let’s jump into ClutchPoints’ 2026 NFL Draft Big Board, highlighting the top 50 prospects.

1. Caleb Downs – Safety

Ohio State (Safety 1)

There is a heavy Ohio State theme among the best 50 players on this board, as five players, including three in the top five alone, find themselves among the best college football has to offer. Safety Caleb Downs finds himself atop the list, as the Buckeye safety headlines the defensive side of the ball.

Labeled as a generational prospect with the tape to back it up, Downs is a downhill demon that excels with the entire field in front of him. Having put up a ton of teaching tape in stopping the run and covering pass catchers, Downs won’t be the top pick, but is the top talent in this year’s class.

2. Arvell Reese – LB/EDGE

Ohio State (EDGE 1)

The highest ceiling as a pass rusher this year belongs to Arvell Reese, who is green around the edges when it comes to getting after the quarterback, but has looked damn good in his limited tape at Ohio State. His time in Matt Patricia’s scheme put him in a great spot to pick up on NFL tendencies, something that has helped him develop his pass-rush abilities.

I was watching film with Arvell Reese and then he told me he never spent time at Ohio State working on pass rush and pretty much was making up all his moves on instinct alone. pic.twitter.com/bd4DHu967E

— Benjamin Solak (@BenjaminSolak) April 9, 2026

Developing pass-rush moves seems to be Reese’s biggest area of growth moving forward, but having put as much as he has already on tape shows that he has an extremely high floor and ceiling, something most prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class don’t have.

3. Sonny Styles – LB

Ohio State (LB 1)

Athletic with a safety background, Sonny Styles is a menace when he gets downhill from his ‘backer position, as he absolutely should factor into the green-dot conversation for whichever team drafts him. Having made Bruce Feldman’s annual Freaks List, Styles is what you need in a modern-day linebacker, as he is as fast as a wide receiver, as physical as a tight end, and as shifty as a running back, all wrapped in one package.

Styles needs to work on his coverage skills, as his athleticism and speed can only make up for so much, but he is going to make his new defensive coordinator in the NFL very happy with his scheme flexibility and pure football instincts.

4. Rueben Bain Jr. – EDGE

Miami (EDGE 2)

Short arms be dammed, Reuben Bain Jr. can play football. Pre-draft talk about his arm length being short is a legitimate concern, but he is a stout pass rusher who is low to the ground and uses his powerful technique to wreak havoc in pass-rushing situations.

His heavy hands and strong base help him succeed in matchups with offensive tackles that are larger than him, as he stands his ground well but is also able to make solid progress upfield. Bain will need to add finesse to his arsenal of pass-rush moves, as he is too reliant on his power, an area that OTs will look to shut down at the point of attack.

5. Fernando Mendoza – QB

Indiana (QB 1)

Fernando Mendoza is a big-time beneficiary of riding the high of an NCAA championship and a poor quarterback class as a whole, as he is likely the only QB that will hear his name called on the first night of the 2026 NFL Draft. With a ton of pro-ready skills already in his toolbox, Mendoza should be able to hit the ground running, as he is a heavy favorite to be drafted first overall.

Mendoza’s arm strength, aggressiveness, and ability to hit tight windows are easy to find on his tape, as these areas help define his NFL profile. It will be interesting to see how Mendoza’s play progression improves as he transitions to the NFL, as Indiana’s offense was so dominant that he typically did not have to progress to his third or fourth reads on passing plays.

6. Jeremiyah Love – RB

Notre Dame (RB 1)

Jeremiah Love headlines a questionable class of running backs in 2026, as the Notre Dame product is a well-polished product. Showcasing his abilities in both the pass and run games, Love is set up to be a top-10 pick and one that will overhaul his new team’s run game right away on day one.

Love’s blend of physicality, athleticism, and speed is rare to find in a running back nowadays, as his willingness to stick a foot in the ground while also seeking out contact makes him tough to stop, and his bellcow days with Notre Dame show that he is absolutely worth a premium, first-round selection as he will be flip the script on an offense’s identity for the better.

7. David Bailey – EDGE

Texas Tech (EDGE 3)

One-year starters can absolutely be flashes in the pan, but David Bailey has the skill set to stick around in the NFL. Bailey has a bit of a checkered history with on and off-field conduct, but if he can leave that behind in college, he has a very high ceiling as a pass rusher.

A bit rough on the edges without a defined set of countermoves when rushing the passer, Bailey and his 14.5 sacks in his lone season with the Red Raiders led all of FBS and saw him earn All-American honors. Maturation and energy for Bailey will need to improve, something that probably is concerning teams a bit, especially with how high he will likely go, but Bailey has a strong core (as both a football player and as a pass rusher) that is very enticing.

8. Francis Mauigoa – OT

Miami (OT 1)

While having played right tackle exclusively at Miami, Francis Mauigoa is trending towards making the transition inside to guard in the NFL. While his size and blocking abilities translate to above-average performance at tackle, his foot speed is a bit slow to be able to hold the edge against speed rushers, putting him on track to slide inside.

Mauigoa’s lack of experience playing anything but offensive tackle might make his shift to guard a bit rough to start, but Mauigoa will translate well if he does make this role. Even if he stays outside, he will need to work on staying on his feet and not reaching to engage with a pass rusher, as he tends to lean forward and get off his base in pass sets.

9. Mansoor Delane – CB

LSU (CB 1)

As the best cornerback in the 2026 NFL Draft, LSU’s Mansoor Delane will need to rely on his coverage skills and intuition to overcome his smaller frame. Delane will need to put more weight on his frame, as he currently sits under 190 pounds, making him a bit of a liability in the run game.

However, Delane is a plus-plus CB in coverage, as he has an excellent understanding of what QBs are throwing his way. Intuition and understanding coverage responsibilities is huge for a rookie entering the NFL, as he will be able to pick up on the pace of opposing offenses at a much faster pace than others.

10. Olaivavega Ioane – G

Penn State (G 1)

Mauler is the first word that comes to mind when describing Olaivavega ‘Vega’ Ioane, Penn State’s starting left guard for the past three seasons. Ioane is a force in both the passing and running games, as he does all the right things quietly, to the point that you’re surprised how dominant he is when reviewing film.

Ioane may be compared to Mauigoa in a year if both end up playing guard, but for now, Ioane earns the top guard spot in the 2026 NFL Draft. Utilizing a strong base and fluid footwork, Ioane is a 326-pound technician on the offensive line and will help lock down an NFL team’s guard spot for the next 12-15 years, no problem.

11. Spencer Fano – OT

Utah (OT 2)

Positional versatility makes Spencer Fano a very intriguing offensive line prospect in this year’s class. Having suited up mainly at right tackle for Utah, Fano does have positional versatility to potentially make a move inside, something that would be made easier with his upper-body strength and quickness getting out of the blocks.

12. Makai Lemon – WR

USC (WR 1)

It’s a three-horse race for the top spot at wide receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft, with two of the top players mostly spending their time lined up outside. But for the top receiver on this big board, USC’s Makai Lemon spent over 75 percent of his snaps lined up inside, and he is everything you look for in a modern-day wideout.

Lemon doesn’t have one ‘wow’ part of his game, but he is the most well-rounded pass catcher in the class. Evoking shades of another former USC wideout in Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lemon’s work over the middle of the field, made easy with his route running and athleticism, will fit with any NFL team in the first round.

13. Dillon Thieneman – Safety

Oregon (S 2)

Three-level versatility dominates Dillon Thieneman’s tape, as the former Oregon & Purdue safety has a solid skillset that can translate to any NFL defensive scheme. Thieneman should hear his name called in the first round this year, as he is strong at stopping the run near the line of scrimmage, playing in the box, and playing over the top.

While sometimes Thieneman can get burned when matched up with a twitchy/speedy pass catcher, his coverage skills make that not as big of an issue.

14. Carnell Tate – WR

Ohio State (WR 2)

Carnell Tate is a very popular pick as the best WR in the 2026 NFL Draft class, and for good reason. His archetype translates extremely well to the NFL, as his shifty route running and ball-tracking skills are bar-none in the class. Likely factoring into the top-10 conversation, Tate follows the general trend of this WR class of not having a top-tier trait, but he has such a developed skill set that he projects to be a 10-year starter in the league with award accolades to boot.

15. Jordyn Tyson – WR

Arizona State (WR 3)

Injuries are a big-time concern for Arizona State’s Jordyn Tyson, as he has missed quite a lot of time during his collegiate career. But when he is on the field, Tyson is one of the best, as he understands the game extremely well and knows how to manipulate defenders when running his routes.

Tyson is not a burner in any meaning of the word, but he has good game speed and is twitchy out of his breaks. He will be the most polarizing player on offense to go in the first round this year, as it will be fascinating to see how teams value his injury history versus his on-field production.

16. Jermod McCoy – CB

Tennessee (CB 2)

Jermod McCoy is the first (of two) cornerbacks from Tennessee on this top-50 big board, and for good reason. McCoy is an interesting case, as he has not played since 2024 after missing the entirety of last season with a torn ACL. His game tape is fantastic, as his blend of physicality and technical play is exactly what you are looking for from a young corner.

Jermod McCoy 44 Tackles, 4 INT, 7 PD 2024 Season Highlights.

The first round project pick missed the entire 2025 season due to an ACL tear. pic.twitter.com/X68BdN50St

— Football Performances (@NFLPerformances) March 4, 2026

The health of McCoy’s knee seems to be checking out, as there really haven’t been too many concerns voiced by teams leading up to the NFL Draft. Look for McCoy to potentially factor into the top-12 conversation.

17. Blake Miller – OT

Clemson (OT 3)

While a bit upright at times when getting into his pass sets, Blake Miller is an edge setter at right tackle, with some experience at left tackle while at Clemson. Miller has a mean streak to his play, as his physicality jumps out on his tape; while fighting with the likes of Kadyn Proctor, Monroe Freeling, and Caleb Lomu for late Day 1 – early Day 2 draft capital, Miller is more pro-ready to be a starter as a rookie, hence his elevated spot in the big board.

18. Kenyon Sadiq – TE

Oregon (TE 1)

Tight end is a polarizing position to analyze this year, as Oregon’s Kenyon Saadiq leads a group that has potential but pales in comparison to the past few classes. Saadiq lives over the middle and is a field-stretching demon, as he excels in the passing game as a tall target for his QB. His blocking could improve, as he heavily leans on his physicality to overcome technique shortcomings, but with potential comps to Vernon Davis or an early-career Evan Engram in how he moves and catches the ball, Sadiq is very much in play for a top-15 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

19. Akheem Mesidor – EDGE

Miami (EDGE 4)

Six seasons in college, split between West Virginia and Miami, make edge rusher Akheem Mesider one of the older prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft at 25 years old. Having fewer years left in his playing career may turn teams off from Mesidor, but his unquenchable effort and developed toolbox of pass-rush moves set him apart from others in this same range. His aggression is both a positive and negative part of his game (more positive), something frequently seen in how quickly he gets upfield on the snap; while outshined by Bain in the draft process, Mesidor is ready to make the jump to the NFL and make an immediate impact.

20. Kadyn Proctor – OT

Alabama (OT 4)

While being a big-bodied offensive lineman playing for Alabama typically earns you national attention pre-draft, Proctor will enter the NFL as a prospect with the right foundation with the need to form his edges. His physicality and ability to seldom get overpowered make Proctor an immovable asset at left tackle, and he absolutely is a building block that NFL teams will turn into a startable tackle prospect.

However, only having experience at left tackle while at Alabama and Iowa likely will limit his day-one impact, as will what he needs to improve upon in his sets. At times, his kick step seems to be caught in concrete, as he gets out of his break a half-second slow; to compound the issue, he tends to get out on the front of his feet too much when playing catch-up from his slow first step, leaving him susceptible to an inside move.

21. Emmanuel McNeil-Warren – Safety

Toledo (S 3)

Emmanuel McNeil-Warren is looking to become only the third Toledo Rocket drafted in the NFL’s first round, and the impressive safety is in contention to do so. Fluid, able to cover all areas of the field, and physical at the point of attack, McNeil-Warren is in the second-best safety conversation alongside Thieneman, and while there are discernible differences between the two prospects, the Toledo product is built for modern-day NFL defenses, as his six-foot-three frame and field vision are only topped by Downs.

22. T.J. Parker – EDGE

Clemson (EDGE 5)

T.J. Parker lived in opponents’ backfields in his three years at Clemson, as his 41.5 tackles for loss and 21.5 sacks jump off the page. While his sophomore campaign was the most impressive of his college career (19.5 TFLs, 11 sacks), Parker put together three strong seasons with the Tigers.

Parker needs to refine his pass-rush approach, as he tends to be a bit one-dimensional in how he gets after the quarterback. With a high ceiling and a frame already built for the NFL (265 pounds at Clemson’s Pro Day), Parker has the intangibles to become a rotational pass rusher in the league.

23. Monroe Freeling – OT

Georgia (OT 5)

A sturdy base and plenty of tape showing him shutting down speed rushers, Georgia’s Monroe Freeling has the blueprint to be successful in the NFL; it just might take a season and a full offseason to uncover it.

Freeling has a solid set of traits that translate well in both the pass and run games, but he needs to get a bit more fluid in his sets, as he gets exposed the most when he doesn’t have enough bend in his knees. Adding that to his abilities can absolutely be taught, giving Freeling a solid floor and ceiling.

24. Kayden McDonald – DT

Ohio State (DT 1)

If you are an NFL team and need to stop the run at the point of attack, Ohio State’s Kayden McDonald should be your top target. Elite at stopping the run, McDonald understands the intricacies of setting the tone up front. While his impact in the passing game will need to be his NFL team’s top focus (as he really has no developed pass-rush moves), his impact in the running game stands out so much that it makes his one-dimensional skillset one that teams should be eager to work with.

25. Caleb Lomu – OT

Utah (OT 6)

Seen more as a developmental prospect than a day-one starter, Utah’s Caleb Lomu continues the strong run at offensive tackle in this year’s draft class. While Fanu took the majority of headlines from the Utes’ OL this year, Lomu has the size, athleticism, and arm usage that you want out of an NFL-level left tackle, even if he is rough on the edges and needs to grow into his frame.

26. Keldric Faulk – EDGE

Auburn (EDGE 6)

Keldric Faulk is an intriguing pass rusher in the 2026 class, as he has the intangibles to become a real threat rushing the passer, but he is too much of a prospect to really make a huge impact right out of the gate. His 275-pound frame glides in rushing situations, as he has the athleticism and versatility to get into the backfield, but he is very green and that shows up on his tape often, so it will be interesting to see if a team in the first round has an appetite to work with Faulk, as he likely won’t be a factor in his rookie season.

27. Colton Hood – CB

Tennessee (CB 3)

This draft class is ripe with defensive talent from the Tennessee secondary, as both McCoy and Colton Hood are top-30 prospects this year. For Hood, his ability to succeed in a press-man scheme helps him factor into the round-one CB discussion. Under six feet puts Hood at a bit of a disadvantage as a physical, boundary cornerback, but he isn’t bullied at the line of scrimmage and uses his aggression to his advantage, a plus trait for him.

28. Chris Johnson – CB

San Diego State (CB 4)

Chris Johnson has become a heavy riser in the pre-draft process, as the San Diego State product seems to be gaining favor among CB-needy teams. Johnson’s intangibles were developed in a zone and man combo scheme with the Aztecs, giving him strong tape to lean on. Vision and ball-tracking skills are positive aspects of his draft profile, as Johnson put together a strong collegiate career, one that saw him showcase his coverage and run-stopping skills frequently.

29. Denzel Boston – WR

Washington (WR 4)

The next tier of wide receivers starts with Washington’s Denzel Boston, a possession guy who won’t run by defenders but will out-fight them for the ball. Aggressive with his hands and able to box out his defenders, Boston is set up for a successful NFL career, even if he doesn’t have top-shelf speed. His physicality and body control make him tough to bring down, and even though he only recorded 881 receiving yards as his career high at Washington, Boston’s 20 touchdowns over his final two seasons show he is a trusted weapon in the end zone.

30. Peter Woods – DT

Clemson (DT 2)

Peter Woods shoots gaps extremely well from the defensive tackle position, getting upfield quickly for a player that is hovering around the 300-lb. mark. In contention for the top defensive tackle spot in the 2026 Draft, Woods gets knocked down a peg due to his lack of stat-sheet production and consistency; on the flip side, Woods moves extremely well for a man his size, and his ceiling should have teams excited to dive into it, even though they will need to have patience with the big man.

31. Omar Cooper Jr. – WR

Indiana (WR 5)

Omar Cooper Jr. has been a fast riser in the receiver group in the 2026 NFL Draft, as he has been a big-time beneficiary of the Indiana championship wave. Cooper is a gamer, successful against both man and zone coverage, and the best part of his game is what he does with the ball in his hands. Only having one season with 50-plus receptions raises some questions about being a flash in the pan versus a consistent weapon, but his ability to break tackles and use his strong frame to his advantage sets him up to be a first-round receiver.

32. Avieon Terrell – CB

Clemson (CB 5)

Low interception numbers and a thinner frame definitely work against Avieon Terrell’s case this year, but he overcomes those deficiencies through above-average ball skills and a nose for the football. While only racking up three interceptions at Clemson, Terrell was a physical cornerback who regularly forced pass breakups (28 in three years). Playing bigger than his size has likely been a mantra that has followed Terrell for most of his career, and while that is easier to overcome in college, it will be interesting to see how he can match up with taller, more physical pass catchers in the NFL.

33. D’Angelo Ponds – CB

Indiana (CB 6)

Shorter and weighing less than Terrell, Indiana’s D’Angelo Ponds faces even more of an uphill battle as an undersized boundary cornerback. While his physicality and 4.3 speed stand out as some of his best attributes, Ponds also brings solid coverage skills to the board, as his vision and ability to read the eyes of the QB regularly disrupted plays at Indiana. His size probably makes his draft pool a bit slimmer than other CBs, but he projects to make an immediate impact in the NFL, even as he will likely be asked to add more weight to his frame.

34. KC Concepcion – WR

Texas A&M (WR 6)

It’s the suddenness with which he runs his routes that jumps off the page for KC Concepcion, as his game speed and craftiness round out his strong draft profile. Coming in a bit lower than many other draft boards due to his high drop rate and how his game feels a bit one-dimensional at times (heavily reliant on his speed), Concepcion has the tools to be a day-one starter as a slot in the NFL, but there are some rough spots that will need to be ironed out.

35. Christen Miller – DT

Georgia (DT 3)

Christen Miller embodied the term ‘trench clogger’ for the Georgia defense, as he frequently found himself in the middle of things on run downs. His 320-plus-pound frame makes him immovable at the point of attack, and his ability to consistently knife through offensive linemen when they try to engage is impressive. While his contributions in the passing game have been limited, Miller has enough strength in his hands to fight through engagement, even if he doesn’t get home.

36. Chase Bisontis – G

Texas A&M (G 2)

Having made 12 starts at right tackle to start his collegiate career, Chase Bisontis settled in at left guard, making a name for himself across 22 starts. As an immovable rock at the point of attack, Bisontis is extremely physical while understanding the finesse it takes to play guard. Relying on a quick first step out of the blocks, Bisontis doesn’t do anything that really jumps out, but is rock solid and looks destined for a long, under-the-radar NFL career.

37. Malachi Lawrence – EDGE

Central Florida (EDGE 7)

Five seasons at Central Florida only turned into 20 sacks for Malachi Lawrence, a bit of a concern as he factors into the day two edge rusher conversation. Lawrence has the size and speed for the NFL, and his hand usage is probably the strongest part of his draft profile. But limited collegiate production, combined with too much tape having him get shut down by bigger offensive tackles, likely will push his stock into day two.

38. CJ Allen – LB

Georgia (LB 2)

It is not a strong year for traditional linebackers, but Georgia’s CJ Allen should find his name called within the top 50 picks later this month. Coming from the defensive factory that is Georgia, Allen is a strong, downhill defender who excels at stopping the run, as he is a good play-diagnoser and understands the intricacies of the defense. While lacking in the pass coverage area, Allen’s athleticism helps him remain with his matchup in passing situations, giving him a fighting chance to be an early starter as a rookie.

39. Zion Young – EDGE

Missouri (EDGE 8)

The edge rusher group is incredibly deep again this year, as Zion Young finds himself in the group pegged for the second round. A bit rough on the edges, Young has the frame of a solid edge rusher, even if he needs to use that frame better. Young gets pushed around a bit at the point of attack, letting offensive tackles dictate his path at times, so his physicality needs to improve. But the general foundation of a rotational/starting pass rusher is there with Young, as his intangibles should translate to NFL success.

40. R Mason Thomas – EDGE

Oklahoma (EDGE 9)

Having lived in the backfield during his time with the Sooners, R Mason Thomas and his 25.5 career TFLs will be a welcome addition to any NFL team looking to upgrade their pass rush. While a bit average in body size and athleticism, Thomas plays far bigger than his size, getting off the ball very quickly and turning the corner very well. Needing to work on his physicality a bit, Thomas will likely need to grow into his role at the next level before making an impact.

41. Brandon Cisse – CB

South Carolina (CB 7)

Brandon Cisse has the makings of a core CB down the road, as long as he improves his coverage instincts. While his physical traits are solid and stand out on film, Cisse tends to get a bit hyper-reliant on that to make up for his lack of play recognition. Positioning is a big area of growth for Cisse, as he needs to set himself up more for success to make his matchups with receivers easier.

Beautiful rep by KC Concepcion against Brandon Cisse. pic.twitter.com/MN6cwa8j3w

— Billy M (@BillyM_91) November 15, 2025

42. Emmanuel Pregnon – G

Oregon (G 3)

Left guard was Emmanuel Pregnon’s spot with the Oregon Ducks, as the road grader anchored the Ducks’ offensive line in 2025. In a weak interior line draft, Pregnon’s aggression and consistency stand out, as his quick first step and quick hands help keep defenders from setting a strong base. Don’t be surprised if Pregnon works his way into the late first round, but he is more likely to be a top-45 pick this year.

43. Germie Bernard – WR

Alabama (WR 7)

A pro’s pro in doing the little things, Alabama receiver Germie Bernard isn’t in the top few tiers of wideouts, but he has the skillset to be a 10-year vet. Bernard jumped around between Michigan State, Washington, and Alabama, making solid impacts at every stop. Without game-breaking speed or shifty route-running skills in his bag, Bernard is one of the most well-rounded prospects in this draft and could find himself in the top 10-15 picks of the second round.

44. Ty Simpson – QB

Alabama (QB 2)

As is the case with the interior offensive line class, the quarterback class isn’t a super deep one in 2026, elevating Alabama’s Ty Simpson into the QB2 spot. But only having 15 career starts makes Simpson a tough guy to grade, as his limited film emphasizes his mistakes. Limited arm strength and almost unwilling to go through all of his progressions, Simpson looks to be a backup that, at best, will develop and potentially compete for a starting job down the road.

45. Keionte Scott – CB

Miami (CB 8)

One of the best nickel backs in this year’s class is Miami’s Keionte Scott, who is a physical threat that looks like a linebacker but has the coverage skills of a cornerback. Rangy with strong ball skills, Scott has a solid understanding of plays and diagnoses them on the fly, something that you need from a modern-day NB.

46. Max Iheanachor – OT

Arizona State (OT 7)

While a bit of a rough prospect with room to grow, Arizona State’s Max Iheanachor has the frame needed to become a starter at right tackle. Fluid range of motion and an athletic first step define Iheanachor’s first-round candidacy in the 2026 NFL Draft, as the former Sun Devil is likely going to need a year with NFL coaching before threatening for a starting job; a team near the back of the first round would be smart to grab Iheanachor and develop him for a 2027 starting gig.

47. Gabe Jacas – DT

Illinois (EDGE 10)

Speed and a quick get-off define Gabe Jacas’ pass-rush abilities, as the former Illinois pass rusher has been pushed down the board a bit due to the depth of his position. Jacas has the frame to become more of a power guy as well (so he doesn’t have to only rely on his speed), but his speed-rush profile will translate well out of the gate, as he looks to be a top-50 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

48. Jadarian Price – Notre Dame

Notre Dame (RB2)

While the 2026 NFL Draft has one of the weakest running back classes in recent memory, Notre Dame running backs earn the top two spots in the 2026 NFL Draft. While Love is an S-tier option in this class, his teammate Jadarian Price is much of an average RB with plenty to like. Playing behind Love means that Price will have plenty to give in the NFL, but his lack of work in the passing game and his need to improve when hitting the hole show that Price is a ceiling pick and one that a team like Seattle might take a chance on.

49. Jacob Rodriguez – LB

Texas Tech (LB 3)

Having a linebacker factor into the Heisman race is very rare for college football, yet Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez accomplished that feat in 2025, finishing fifth, while winning plenty of other defensive awards. Rodriguez made the transition from offense to defense when he walked on at Texas Tech, and that experience on both sides of the ball gives him an interesting perspective at LB. Having racked up two seasons of 120+ tackles, Rodriguez is very athletic and will translate well to the NFL; he just doesn’t do any one thing extremely well that jumps off the page.

50. A.J. Haulcy – S

LSU (S 4)

The final player in ClutchPoints’ 2026 NFL Draft Big Board is LSU safety A.J. Haulcy, who is part of the next group of safeties after the big three. While Haulcy needs to make improvements in wrapping up tackles and playing a bit more on schedule, his playmaking tendencies and ability to force turnovers are hard to miss. If an NFL team can bring Haulcy in and help him tame some things, he can absolutely become a starting safety in the league.

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