The 2026 NFL Draft is officially underway at Point State Park in Pittsburgh. Stay tuned to this page for real-time updates, pick-by-pick analysis, and instant grades for every selection in the first round. We’ll update the 2026 NFL Draft live results & tracker for you as we move through the event today.
With the Las Vegas Raiders on the clock at No. 1 overall, the trajectory of the 2026 season begins now. We will be updating this tracker live as the commissioners announce each pick.
Who was the first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, was the first pick in the 2026 NFL draft by the Las Vegas Raiders. No surprise there. Check our live tracker below for the full list of selections, player positions, and collegiate backgrounds as they happen. We’ll add the consensus grades to the first round picks at the conclusion of the draft later tonight.
2026 NFL Draft: Round 1 Tracker
| Pick | Team | Player | Pos. | School | Grade |
| 1 | Las Vegas Raiders | Fernando Mendoza | QB | Indiana | |
| 2 | New York Jets | David Bailey | Edge | Texas Tech | |
| 3 | Arizona Cardinals | Jeremiyah Love | RB | Notre Dame | |
| 4 | Tennessee Titans | Carnell Tate | WR | Ohio State | |
| 5 | New York Giants | ||||
| 6 | Cleveland Browns | ||||
| 7 | Washington Commanders | ||||
| 8 | New Orleans Saints | ||||
| 9 | Kansas City Chiefs | ||||
| 10 | New York Giants (via CIN) | ||||
| 11 | Miami Dolphins | ||||
| 12 | Dallas Cowboys | ||||
| 13 | L.A. Rams (via ATL) | ||||
| 14 | Baltimore Ravens | ||||
| 15 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | ||||
| 16 | New York Jets (via IND) | ||||
| 17 | Detroit Lions | ||||
| 18 | Minnesota Vikings | ||||
| 19 | Carolina Panthers | ||||
| 20 | Dallas Cowboys (via GB) | ||||
| 21 | Pittsburgh Steelers | ||||
| 22 | L.A. Chargers | ||||
| 23 | Philadelphia Eagles | ||||
| 24 | Cleveland Browns (via JAX) | ||||
| 25 | Chicago Bears | ||||
| 26 | Buffalo Bills | ||||
| 27 | San Francisco 49ers | ||||
| 28 | Houston Texans | ||||
| 29 | Kansas City Chiefs (via LAR) | ||||
| 30 | Miami Dolphins (via DEN) | ||||
| 31 | New England Patriots | ||||
| 32 | Seattle Seahawks |
Draft Night Analysis & Resources
As the picks come in, cross-reference them with our expert evaluations and future outlooks:
- 📊 The Big Board: Top 100 NFL Draft Prospects: Final Rankings
- 📅 Planning for 2026: See Every Team’s 2026 Opponents & Future Schedules
- 2026 Draft Picks by Team: All of the picks for each round for your favorite team.
NFL Draft 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
How much time does each team have to pick in Round 1? Starting in 2026, the NFL has reduced the time limit for first-round selections from 10 minutes to 8 minutes. This change was made to ensure a faster-paced broadcast for fans watching at home.
What are the time limits for the rest of the draft? The timing for the remaining rounds remains the same:
- Round 2: 7 minutes per pick
- Rounds 3–6: 5 minutes per pick
- Round 7: 4 minutes per pick
What happens if a team misses its pick? If the 8-minute clock expires, the next team in the order can submit their choice. The original team doesn’t lose the pick, but they must hurry to submit it before the following team “jumps” them in the order.
Plan Your 2026 Season
Now that you know who your team is drafting, see who they are playing. Click your team below for the full 2026 Opponents & Schedule Grid. We also have our 2026-27 NFL Regular and Postseason hub available for you here.
