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2026 NFL Draft Positional Rankings Hub | Complete Player Grades and Scouting Reports
- Brandon Lundberg
- 7 hours ago
- 3 min read
The 2026 NFL Draft class isn’t top-heavy or generational — it’s defined by depth at premium positions and high-level defensive impact. It starts with Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, a true three-level defender and, in the eyes of many evaluators, one of the top safety prospects we’ve seen in years. He currently sits as our highest-graded overall prospect.
Linebacker and EDGE further drive the strength of the board, with Arvell Reese profiling as a hybrid defensive centerpiece, while Sonny Styles and C.J. Allen offer three-down versatility. On the edge, Rueben Bain Jr. brings polish and power, David Bailey adds burst-and-bend production (14.5 sacks in 2025), and Akheem Mesidor supplies refined, multi-alignment disruption.
Offensively, Fernando Mendoza leads the quarterback group with developmental upside, while the wide receiver class reflects today’s NFL archetype — alignment flexibility, separation craft, and run-after-catch efficiency over pure measurables. Carnell Tate headlines as a refined perimeter target with WR1 upside, Jordyn Tyson adds route nuance and finishing ability, and Makai Lemon projects as a high-volume slot who consistently wins in traffic.
This draft may lack generational talent, but it’s rich in defensive difference-makers and modern offensive weapons built to contribute immediately.
2026 NFL Draft Positional Rankings and Player Grades
Below, you’ll find direct links to our full 2026 NFL Draft position rankings. Each position group includes detailed player rankings, Football Scout 365 grades, in-depth scouting analysis, and projected draft ranges to provide a complete evaluation of the class.
Quarterback - Saturday, February 21st
The 2026 NFL Draft Quarterback Rankings are competitive and developmental, led by Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson — a traits-based group with upside, anticipation, and system-fit projection at the top.
Running Back - Friday, February 20th
The 2026 NFL Draft Running Back Rankings are top-heavy with high-end impact talent, headlined by Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price — explosive, three-down playmakers built to thrive against today’s two-high NFL defenses.
The 2026 NFL Draft Wide Receiver Rankings are deeper than advertised, headlined by Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson, and Makai Lemon — a versatile, new-age WR class built for today’s spacing-based NFL offenses.
The 2026 NFL Draft Tight End Rankings are led by Kenyon Sadiq and Eli Stowers, a diverse group featuring dynamic move weapons and balanced in-line options with strong Day 2 value.
The 2026 NFL Draft Offensive Line Rankings are anchored by Spencer Fano and Francis Mauigoa, highlighting a deep, trench-heavy class loaded with plug-and-play tackles and powerful interior starters.
The 2026 NFL Draft EDGE Rankings feature Rueben Bain Jr. and David Bailey at the top of one of the deepest pass-rush classes in recent cycles, loaded with Round 1 upside and Day 2 disruptors.
The 2026 NFL Draft Interior Defensive Line Rankings are led by Peter Woods and Kayden McDonald, showcasing a powerful, run-dominant class with strong anchor traits and disruptive interior depth.
The 2026 NFL Draft Linebacker Rankings are headlined by Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles, a versatile second-level group built on range, pass-rush flexibility, and modern three-down projection.
The 2026 NFL Draft Cornerback Rankings feature Jermod McCoy and Mansoor Delane, highlighting a scheme-versatile class defined by coverage instincts, press ability, and man-to-zone adaptability.
The 2026 NFL Draft Safety Rankings are led by Caleb Downs, an elite defensive chess piece, alongside a deep group of versatile, multi-alignment safeties built for disguise-heavy NFL defenses.