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Come Fan with UsWednesday, July 1, 2026

Tuesday NFL Draft links to click

Just two links today, but they happen to be from two of the best draft writers in the business – Tony Pauline and Chad Reuter. If you’re not already reading their stuff, you really should be. Don’t forget that if you come across a good draft-related story, add it in a FanShot.

SI.com - Brandon Weeden, Trent Richardson thrill; Quinton Coples still a letdown
Week 4 in the college season saw a shakeup at the top of the national rankings, as well as several NFL prospects that answered questions scouts have about their ability. A number of under-the-radar players continued to build buzz for themselves, while the top-rated senior prospect is drawing the ire of NFL scouts.

NFL DraftScout - NFL Draft risers
Crimson Tide ILB Dont’a Hightower showed he’s one of the most versatile defenders in the nation in Alabama’s no-doubt victory over Arkansas. Hightower has jumped up draft boards for another reason -- he’s finally back to pre-injury form.

Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

This player should be a plug-and-play replacement for Mekhi Becton right off the bat.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

This guy’s got talent, plus playing with Patrick Mahomes automatically elevates his potential.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

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
Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

This pick could help the Commanders build on last year’s excellent season.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

It’s a high-potential pick for a Detroit defense that needs a solid pass rusher.

By Michael Peterson
Mocking the Draft
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
Mocking the Draft

This rookie would be a great complement to Jared Verse and Byron Young.

By Michael Peterson