Fernando Mendoza leads a 2026 NFL Draft class starting to take shape, but movement behind him — from Caleb Downs to a trade-up for Jeremiyah Love — defines this first-round projection. This mock highlights how team needs and positional value reshape the board. Use PFF’s Mock Draft Simulator, customizable Big Board and Scouting Assistant to build your own version of Round 1. The New York Jets go with Arvell Reese at No. 2: Reese is a pass-rushing project first and foremost, but don’t overlook his 86.5 PFF run-defense from last season. Expect him to be a big factor on early downs from the very beginning of his NFL career.... [17755 chars]