The New York Jets' 2026 NFL Draft class earned an A- grade, finishing 2nd in the league in total WAA added. Headlined by elite edge rusher David Bailey at No. 2 overall, the Jets utilized PFF Grades and Advanced Stats to overhaul their roster.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 8:20 am EDT

The New York Giants' 2026 NFL Draft class earned an A grade, highlighted by the acquisition of two top-10 players on the PFF Big Board. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap breaks down how the Giants fortified their roster with the explosive Arvell Reese and the powerful Francis Mauigoa.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 8:15 am EDT

The New Orleans Saints' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B grade, highlighted by a significant investment in explosive playmakers for the passing game. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap breaks down the selection of elite separator Jordyn Tyson and the incredible mid-round value of Bryce Lance.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 8:10 am EDT

The New England Patriots' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a C+ grade, focusing on foundational trench play and developmental secondary depth. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap highlights the addition of Utah tackle Caleb Lomu and the productive pass-rushing of Illinois' Gabe Jacas.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 8:05 am EDT

The Minnesota Vikings' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a C grade, finishing 32nd in total WAA added as the front office prioritized scheme fit and physical traits over consensus board value. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap breaks down the selection of defensive tackle Caleb Banks and the addition of high-floor contributors like linebacker Jake Golday.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 8:02 am EDT

The Miami Dolphins' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B+ grade, finishing as one of the most productive hauls in the league with over 2.0 WAA added. By utilizing PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap highlights the addition of Alabama’s massive tackle Kadyn Proctor and the lockdown coverage traits of San Diego State's Chris Johnson.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 7:15 am EDT

The Los Angeles Rams' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a C grade, marked by a massive investment in the future of the quarterback position. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap breaks down the selection of Ty Simpson and the addition of statistical outliers like Keagen Trost, who brings an elite 92.0 overall grade to the offensive line.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 7:00 am EDT

The Los Angeles Chargers' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B grade by blending elite immediate production with rare athletic outliers. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap highlights the addition of Miami edge rusher Akheem Mesidor—whose 92.5 pass-rush grade was among the best in the nation—and the world-class speed of Brenen Thompson.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 6:45 am EDT

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2026 NFL Draft class earned an A- grade and finished as the most efficient haul in the league, ranking 1st in total WAA added. Headlined by first overall pick Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders utilized PFF Grades to secure an elite offensive foundation.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 6:30 am EDT

The Kansas City Chiefs' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B grade, highlighted by an aggressive move to secure the draft's top cornerback, Mansoor Delane. Utilizing PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap breaks down a class that prioritized premium positions and identified massive value on Day 3.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 6:15 am EDT

The Jacksonville Jaguars' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a D+ grade, characterized by a strategy that prioritized specific depth needs over PFF Big Board value. While the selection of Oregon’s Emmanuel Pregnon stands out as a premier mid-round steal, several other picks represented significant reaches according to PFF Advanced Stats.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 6:00 am EDT

The Packers secured a significant steal in Penn State edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton. Ranked No. 67 on the PFF Big Board but taken at pick 120, Dennis-Sutton posted the class's highest PFF grade (80.1) and offers elite length.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 5:45 am EDT

The Indianapolis Colts' 2026 NFL Draft class is a masterclass in market efficiency, earning an A grade and securing seven players who fell significantly past their PFF Big Board rankings. By utilizing PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap details how Indy landed elite linebacker CJ Allen and explosive safety A.J. Haulcy to anchor the defense.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 5:30 am EDT

The Houston Texans' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B- grade, blending high-upside reaches on the offensive line with elite defensive production. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap highlights the addition of Ohio State’s Kayden McDonald—the nation's top-graded interior run defender—and the versatile secondary presence of Kamari Ramsey.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 5:15 am EDT

The Detroit Lions' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a B- grade, blending immediate needs in the trenches with high-value secondary depth. Using PFF Grades and Advanced Stats, our recap highlights the addition of Clemson's durable tackle Blake Miller and the massive mid-round steal of Keith Abney II.

By PFF.com May 1, 2026 5:00 am EDT

While expectations for first- and second-round picks are innately the highest off the bat, Day 3 choices consistently make waves with how they perform in their first years — often outplaying their draft slot and making teams regret passing on them.

By Bradley Locker May 1, 2026 4:45 am EDT

With 25 of PFF's top 100 free agents left on the board, Bradley Locker plays matchmaker with names like D.J. Reader and Deebo Samuel.

By Bradley Locker Apr 30, 2026 8:00 am EDT

Finding Fantasy Football 2026 rookie wide receiver sleepers is the key to mastering the later rounds of dynasty rookie drafts. While the first round is set, players like Caleb Douglas in Miami and Brenen Thompson in Los Angeles land in specialized roles that favor their elite athletic traits.

By Nathan Jahnke Apr 30, 2026 7:45 am EDT
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Tight ends were popular selections in the second round and early in the third round, but all project as second- or third-string options on their teams’ depth charts. Only three wide receivers were selected in the second round, while nine were selected in the third round. The only running back selected on Day 2 was Kaelon Black by the San Francisco 49ers at pick No. 90.

By Nathan Jahnke Apr 30, 2026 7:30 am EDT

The Denver Broncos' 2026 NFL Draft class earned a C- grade, characterized by significant reaches early and intriguing value plays in the closing rounds.

By PFF.com Apr 30, 2026 7:15 am EDT
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