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Projecting Stats for Every 2026 First-Round Draft Pick During Their Rookie Season

How will this year’s first-round picks perform as rookies?

Sports Illustrated · May 2

A Super Bowl Contender Shines in Our AFC Draft Class Ranking From 16 to 1

Forecasting which draft classes will hit based on potential immediate-impact players and future stars.

Sports Illustrated · May 1

10 First Round Bold Predictions for the 2026 NFL Draft

How about a little suspense with the No. 1 pick? Plus, the Cardinals get their franchise quarterback, and the Chiefs get a replacement for Travis Kelce.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

Ranking the Top Edge Rushers in the 2026 NFL Draft: David Bailey Stands Out

Bailey starred in his lone season at Texas Tech, but he's not alone as a gameplan-wrecking pass rusher in this year's draft class.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 10

Albert Breer’s Mailbag: Three Underrated NFL Draft Prospects

A few players teams may be higher on than the general public. Plus, answering your questions on Kenneth Walker III, Jeremiyah Love and more.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 9

Ranking the Top 250 Prospects in the NFL Draft Led By Fernando Mendoza

A closer look at the best candidates across all positions, detailing their skill set, starting with the former Indiana Hoosiers quarterback.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 9

Post-Free Agency NFL Mock Draft: Jets Select Another Franchise Quarterback

New York takes another big swing. Plus, Jeremiyah Love’s top-five home and four Ohio State players come off the board in Round 1.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 25

Post-Combine NFL Mock Draft 6.0: Rams Select Matthew Stafford’s Replacement

The top pick in April is all but signed, sealed and delivered, but plenty of intrigue still exists with the other 31 selections in the first round.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 3

What’s Next for Miami? Early Look at Hurricanes’ Roster, Outlook for 2026 Season

Miami will look to bounce back from a national title loss to make another run in ‘26.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 20

Five Matchups That Will Decide the College Football Playoff National Championship

Miami and Indiana stand just one win away from a historic title. Here’s how each side can gain an advantage on Monday night.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 19