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Come Fan with UsMonday, June 22, 2026

Mocking the Draft Week in Review

This week was another great week at Mocking the Draft. The NFL scene was dominated by the CBA negotiations but we worked to keep our coverage NFL Draft related. Each week we get closer and closer to the big day where our teams add some important pieces. If your looking for any specific coverage feel free to leave it in the comments but otherwise here is a recap of this week’s articles.

Mocking the Draft staff is working hard to bring you as many scouting reports as possible. This week we were able to bring you Ben Ijalana, Brandon Harris, DeMarcus Love, and Jurrell Casey. You can find all of our in-depth scouting reports HERE.

Our Podcast, The 8th Round, featured two Kentucky Wildcats and looked at several different combine winners and losers. Dequin Evans and Ricky Lumpkin joined us and talked about their training leading up to the draft. Check out the podcast HERE.

The BUST-O-METER is back and started things off with Nick Fairley of Auburn. The series of articles will look at our top 15 players with the most Bust potential. Check out the article HERE.

The NFC North was our division of focus this week for team needs. Check out the team needs for the Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings, and Green Bay Packers.

We also had our post combine mock draft that featured a ton of changes. Here is the link!

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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Eagles stick with what works; invest in the trenchesSB Nation NFL mock draft: Eagles stick with what works; invest in the trenches
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This player should be a plug-and-play replacement for Mekhi Becton right off the bat.

By Michael Peterson
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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Chiefs get an absolute steal of a WR at No. 31SB Nation NFL mock draft: Chiefs get an absolute steal of a WR at No. 31
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This guy’s got talent, plus playing with Patrick Mahomes automatically elevates his potential.

By Michael Peterson
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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Bills fill biggest need with a top CB at No. 30SB Nation NFL mock draft: Bills fill biggest need with a top CB at No. 30
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He’s a bit of a liability in the run game, but his potential in the pass game was enough for Buffalo Rumblings.

By Michael Peterson
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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Commanders give Jayden Daniels a fluid playmaker at WR with No. 29 pickSB Nation NFL mock draft: Commanders give Jayden Daniels a fluid playmaker at WR with No. 29 pick
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This pick could help the Commanders build on last year’s excellent season.

By Michael Peterson
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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Lions bring in a pass-rushing partner in crime for Aidan HutchinsonSB Nation NFL mock draft: Lions bring in a pass-rushing partner in crime for Aidan Hutchinson
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It’s a high-potential pick for a Detroit defense that needs a solid pass rusher.

By Michael Peterson
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SB Nation NFL mock draft: Rams keep building defensive identity at No. 26SB Nation NFL mock draft: Rams keep building defensive identity at No. 26
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This rookie would be a great complement to Jared Verse and Byron Young.

By Michael Peterson