MOBILE, AL - JANUARY 31: Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier #13 of LSU from the American Team runs in for a touchdown on the opening drive during the first half of the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl at Hancock Whitney Stadium on the campus of the University of South Alabama on January 31, 2026 in Mobile, Alabama. The American Team defeated the National Team 17 to 9. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) Getty Images
After the first round of a draft is complete, people in NFL facilities are getting right back to work. It’s time to review and re-set your draft boards, based not only on who’s left once the first 32 picks are made, but also what that might do to elevate or reduce your favorite players and positions.
This particular second-round mock, following the anarchic first-round projection that saw the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, and Cleveland Browns radically redefine their draft capital, is pretty much the same thing. Now that all that insanity is a done deal, one has to deal with what remains. This works especially well for the Browns, who grabbed several extra selections in the trade that brought Ty Simpson to the Big Apple, and begin the second round with the guy they hope will be their franchise quarterback.
With all that out of the way, here’s how the second round could go. There are tape examples for every prospect here; if you’d like to know more about the player-scheme fits I saw (or, if you’d just like to inform me that I’m completely nuts), we’ll have a Reader Q&A on Friday, April 3 at noon ET. Submit your questions now!
Hey, everyone! I'll be doing an NFL Draft Q&A on Friday, April 3 at noon ET. Feel free to post your questions here or at the link below, and I'll answer 'em all as best I can. We can discuss my recent two-round mock draft which dropped today (here and here), your favorite prospects, overrated/underrated guys, what your favorite team should do... whatever you've got. We've had a lot of fun with team Q&As, so I'm really looking forward to this one!
33. Cleveland Browns (from New York Jets): Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU
Jan 28, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; American Team quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) of LSU gives a thumbs up during American Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (8) celebrates after stopping a fake punt attempt by Troy Trojans Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025 during the NCAA football game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. Alex Martin/Greenville News / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
35. Tennessee Titans: Chris Bell, WR, Louisville
Louisville Cardinals wide receiver Chris Bell (0) got close to the end zone but officials ruled against his touchdown after a replay review as the Cards take on Clemson in the first half at L&N Stadium Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Matt Stone/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
36. Las Vegas Raiders: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Clemson offensive lineman Blake Miller (78) warms up during the Pinstipe Bowl practice in Clemson, S.C. Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. Ken Ruinard / USA Today Co / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
37. New York Giants: Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama
Dec 6, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard (5) evades a tackle by Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette (6) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News Gary Cosby Jr. / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (71) blocks the rush during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive end Cashius Howell (9) reacts during first half of the first round game of the CFP National Playoff against the Miami Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
40. Kansas City Chiefs: T.J. Parker, EDGE, Clemson
Nov 8, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Tommy Castellanos (1) runs near Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker (3) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard - GREENVILLE NEWS-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images Ken Ruinard - GREENVILLE NEWS-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
41. Cincinnati Bengals: Caleb Banks, DL, Florida
Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) causes a fumble as he strips the ball from LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, November 16, 2024. The Gators defeated the Tigers 27-16. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun] Doug Engle / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
42. New Orleans Saints: Peter Woods, DI, Clemson
Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) sacks South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers (16) after the Tigers’ 28-14 win at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, S.C. Saturday, November 29, 2025. Ken Ruinard / USA Today Co Inc SC / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
43. Miami Dolphins: Lee Hunter, DI, Texas Tech
Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas Tech defensive lineman Lee Hunter (DL15) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
44. Cleveland Browns (from New York Jets): Bryce Lance, WR, North Dakota State
Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Dakota State wideout Bryce Lance (WO26) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Nov 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets running back Chad Alexander (27) is tackled by Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Christen Miller (52) and safety Zion Branch (2) during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
46. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Zion Young, EDGE, Missouri
Dec 27, 2025; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Missouri Tigers defensive end Zion Young (9) looks on before a play against the Virginia Cavaliers in the first half at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images Travis Register-Imagn Images
47. Indianapolis Colts: A.J. Haulcy, Safety, LSU
Oct 25, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Louisiana State Tigers defensive back A.J. Haulcy (13) returns an interception against Texas A&M Aggies quarterback Marcel Reed (10) during the first half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
48. Atlanta Falcons: R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma
Sep 20, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman R Mason Thomas (32) reacts after recording a sack during the third quarter against the Auburn Tigers at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jadarian Price (24) runs the ball against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
50. Detroit Lions: Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
Texas Tech’s Jacob Rodriguez asks for more crowd noise during the Big 12 Championship football game, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2025, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Nathan Giese/Avalanche-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
51. Carolina Panthers: Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt
Nov 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores tight end Eli Stowers (9) makes a catch against the Auburn Tigers during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
52. Green Bay Packers: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 11: Brandon Cisse #15 of the South Carolina Gamecocks interferes with Chris Hilton Jr. #3 of the LSU Tigers on a pass play during the first half of a game at Tiger Stadium on October 11, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Derick E. Hingle/Getty Images) Getty Images
53. Pittsburgh Steelers: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Utah offensive lineman Caleb Lomu (OL33) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
54. Philadelphia Eagles: Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana
Indiana’s Elijah Sarratt (13) battles with Miami’s Ethan O’Connor (24) during the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. Rich Janzaruk/Herald-Times / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
55. Los Angeles Chargers: Domonique Orange, DI, Iowa State
FORT WORTH, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 8: Jordyn Bailey #4 of the TCU Horned Frogs is wrapped up by Domonique Orange #95 of the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at Amon G. Carter Stadium on November 8, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) Getty Images
56. Jacksonville Jaguars: Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National cornerback Chris Johnson (2) of San Diego State practices during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
57. Chicago Bears: Malachi Lawrence, EDGE, UCF
Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UCF defensive lineman Malachi Lawrence (DL48) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
58. San Francisco 49ers: Gabe Jacas, EDGE, Illinois
Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) sacks Rutgers Scarlet Knights quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis (16) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
59. Houston Texans: D’Angelo Ponds, DB, Indiana
BLOOMINGTON, IN - OCTOBER 18: Indiana Hoosiers DB D’Angelo Ponds (5) during a college football game between the Michigan State Spartans and Indiana Hoosiers on October 18, 2025 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, IN (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
60. Chicago Bears (from Buffalo Bills): Keith Abney II, CB, Arizona State
Dec 7, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Keith Abney II (1) celebrates after intercepting a Iowa State Cyclones pass during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
61. Los Angeles Rams: Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
Oct 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats linebacker Jake Golday (11) attempts to tackle UCF Knights quarterback Cam Fancher (14) in the second half at Nippert Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
62. Denver Broncos: Gracen Halton, DI, Oklahoma
Dec 19, 2025; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners defensive lineman Gracen Halton (56) gestures in the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Gaylord Family OK Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
63. New England Patriots: Connor Lew, Center, Auburn
Sep 27, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Auburn Tigers offensive lineman Connor Lew (75) sets the ball against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
64. Seattle Seahawks: Mike Washington Jr., RB, Arkansas
Nov 1, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks running back Mike Washington Jr (4) rushes during the first quarter against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images
What are your thoughts about all these selections, dear readers? Is Doug on the mark, or is he off his rocker? Fire away in the comments below!
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