The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine kicks off in earnest with drills on Thursday, Feb. 26. Here are three potential risers and fallers.

McGowan has the build and athleticism to be a starting-caliber back at the NFL level. His explosiveness in short areas and long speed, paired with quick processing and play speed, make him a difference-maker between the tackles in power-run concepts.

Coleman may not have the flashy athleticism of a fan-favorite RB1, but his game is efficient, powerful and translatable to NFL success, specifically behind zone-blocking schemes where he can gain momentum and one-cut into rushing lanes. He also brings plus third-down reliability as a receiver and pass protector.

Simply put, Jeremiyah Love is what a first-round running back looks like: frame, athleticism, coordination and playmaker mentality. He brings true impact value in the running and passing games.

Average draft positions in the PFF Mock Draft Simulator will continue to fluctuate as the 2026 NFL Draft cycle wears on.

In this three-round mock draft, the Cowboys load up on defense and the Browns get serious about adding offensive weapons.

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The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine kicks off on Thursday, Feb. 26.

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Learn more about the top five interior defender prospects on the 2026 PFF Predictive Big Board through their strengths and weaknesses.

Learn more about the top five linebacker prospects on the 2026 PFF Predictive Big Board through their strengths and weaknesses.

With uncertainty surrounding star interior defender Nnamdi Madubuike’s neck injury — and a defensive front that struggled to generate pressure without him — adding youth and athleticism to the line should sit near the top of Jesse Minter’s offseason priority list.

Offensive tackle is shaping up to be one of the premier position groups in the 2026 NFL Draft. At the top, prospects such as Francis Mauigoa and Spencer Fano headline the class, but the strength of the group extends well beyond Round 1, with quality starters and developmental options likely to be available into Days 2 and 3.

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With four of the first 93 picks and clear needs at right tackle and in the secondary, the Rams are positioned to address both immediate concerns and long-term priorities.

Mendoza doesn't have rare physical gifts, but his football IQ, football character and ball placement are top-class, making him worthy of a first-round selection as an early-impact projection and potential franchise quarterback.

Simpson has intriguing NFL traits both as a passer and as an athlete, flashing high-level throws against zone coverage and posting a strong success rate attacking the middle of the field. However, his limited starting experience at the college level shows up in his timing, inconsistent ball placement and uneven performance under pressure. He would benefit from landing in a situation that allows him to sit and develop early, though the physical tools and flashes suggest legitimate starting upside.