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Friday, April 24

Eagles Expected to Trade A.J. Brown After June 1 Following Lemon Pick

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The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to trade away veteran wide receiver A.J. Brown after June 1. This development follows the Eagles' selection of wide receiver Makai Lemon in the first round, which has prompted widespread speculation regarding Brown's future. Reports from ESPN and The Athletic indicate the move is a further sign that the team is preparing to move on from the veteran receiver, as the organization focuses on managing their existing receiving core while integrating the rookie into their offensive scheme.

Seahawks Add Cornerback Julian Neal in Third Round

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The Seattle Seahawks selected cornerback Julian Neal in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The pick is part of a broader effort to address the secondary, following the team's second-round selection of safety Bud Clark. Analysts are currently reviewing his collegiate film as he joins the Seahawks' defensive rotation.

Texans Select Athletic Michigan TE Marlin Klein at No. 59

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The Houston Texans selected Michigan tight end Marlin Klein with the 59th overall pick. A former soccer player from Germany, Klein is considered one of the best athletes in the tight end class. Although injuries limited his 2025 production to 24-248-1, he ranked among the top tight ends in aDOT and receiving efficiency per route run. At 23, he is a raw prospect with significant physical upside.

Jaguars Draft TE Nate Boerkircher in Second Round

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The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Texas A&M tight end Nate Boerkircher in the second round. After four years at Nebraska with limited production, he transferred in 2025 and started every game. While he showed promise as a blocker and receiver, his efficiency metrics were low among draft-class tight ends. At 24, he enters the league as an older prospect looking to add depth to the Jaguars' roster.

49ers Select Indiana RB Kaelon Black in Third Round

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The 49ers selected Indiana running back Kaelon Black with the 90th overall pick. Black, who played at James Madison before following coach Curt Cignetti to Indiana, posted 186 carries for 1,040 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2025. Despite being a non-factor in the passing game, he shows solid contact balance with 3.47 yards after contact per attempt. The pick is considered a surprise as Black was not invited to the NFL Combine and was projected as a late-round value.

Cowboys Select Michigan Edge Rusher Jaishawn Barham

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The Dallas Cowboys selected Michigan edge rusher Jaishawn Barham in the third round (92nd overall). Barham is expected to bring a significant defensive presence to the Cowboys, with scouting profiles highlighting his ability to impact the pass rush. Fans and analysts are evaluating how his skill set will integrate into the team's defensive scheme.

Jordan Davis's Legacy at Georgia Influences New Draftees

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Jordan Davis is noted as a former Georgia defensive standout who set the standard for the blue-collar work ethic now carried by fellow Georgia draftee Christen Miller, who was selected by the New Orleans Saints.

Saints Select Georgia DT Christen Miller at No. 42

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The New Orleans Saints selected Georgia defensive tackle Christen Miller with the 42nd overall pick. Miller brings a blue-collar work ethic developed while waiting his turn behind future first-rounders at Georgia. Known for his hardened identity on the defensive front, his addition provides significant interior defensive line depth to the Saints' roster.

Rams Plan for Future While Retaining Matthew Stafford

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Following the Rams' selection of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson at No. 13, the team has identified their heir apparent to Matthew Stafford. While the move signals a shift in long-term strategy, the organization believes there is a 'real chance' Stafford continues to play beyond the 2026 season. The team also selected Missouri OL Keagen Trost in the third round to continue building around their veteran signal-caller.

Garrett Nussmeier Slides Into Final Day of 2026 NFL Draft

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LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier remains available as the 2026 NFL Draft enters its final day. After failing to be selected in the early rounds, Nussmeier has slid into the late seventh round, becoming a primary focus for analysts evaluating remaining talent. While the New York Jets were previously identified as a potential landing spot, teams continue to weigh their options for addressing quarterback needs in the draft's closing stages.

RB Mike Washington Among Top Prospects Entering Day 3

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Arkansas running back Mike Washington remains on the board as a top prospect entering Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft. He previously visited the Green Bay Packers during the pre-draft process.

Jets Select Indiana CB D'Angelo Ponds at No. 50

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The New York Jets selected Indiana cornerback D'Angelo Ponds with the 50th overall pick. Ponds is an undersized, aggressive, and scrappy defender who has drawn comparisons to Jets coach Aaron Glenn. He is expected to provide depth and competition in the Jets' secondary as the team continues to build its defensive roster.

Jets Add WR Omar Cooper to Bolster Passing Attack

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The New York Jets drafted wide receiver Omar Cooper 30th overall to bolster their passing attack. This addition, alongside tight end Kenyon Sadiq, provides quarterback Geno Smith with two key new targets. The move is expected to create increased competition for targets among the receiving corps, including Garrett Wilson, while potentially reducing the defensive attention focused on veteran pass-catchers.

Mitchell Evans' Role at Notre Dame Contextualized

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Mitchell Evans served as the primary tight end at Notre Dame in 2024, with Eli Raridon operating in a reserve role before taking over the starting job in 2025.

Giants Select Tennessee CB Colton Hood at No. 37

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The New York Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood with the 37th overall pick. Targeted to solidify the secondary, Hood is viewed as a high-upside addition with the potential for immediate impact. John Harbaugh noted that the addition of Hood will push the current roster to compete. Hood is determined to prove the team right after falling out of the first round.

Dolphins Select Louisville WR Chris Bell in Third Round

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The Miami Dolphins selected Louisville WR Chris Bell in the third round (94th overall). At 6’2 and 222 pounds, Bell offers red-zone upside and elite speed, with GPS tracking him at low 4.3 in pads. He capped his career with a 72-917-6 line. An ACL tear on Nov. 22 kept him out of Combine drills, but his 2.55 yards per route run and 41.2% Dominator Rating highlight his high-end production potential.

Saints Select WR Jordyn Tyson with 8th Overall Pick

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The New Orleans Saints selected wide receiver Jordyn Tyson with the 8th overall pick. The team intends to integrate Tyson's skill set into their offensive scheme immediately to improve their passing attack. Tyson led the 2026 receiver class in Dominator Rating, and the team is looking to maximize his impact in his rookie campaign.

Steelers Open to Trading QB Mason Rudolph

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are currently listening to trade offers for quarterback Mason Rudolph as the team reshapes its quarterback room during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Roman Hemby's Role at Indiana Contextualized

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Roman Hemby served as the lead running back at Indiana in 2025, with fellow prospect Kaelon Black operating in a 1B role behind him.

Dan Moore's Departure Nets Steelers Compensatory Pick

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Dan Moore signed with the Tennessee Titans, which resulted in the Pittsburgh Steelers receiving a compensatory pick used in the 2026 NFL Draft.