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NFL analyst has 3 ‘can’t miss’ 2026 NFL Draft prospects

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The NFL has officially turned its attention to the 2026 NFL Draft. Teams have already spent significant time at the combine and pro days, and they continue to host Top-30 visits. Several prospects have captured the attention of teams, analysts, and fans alike.

At the same time, others have emerged as polarizing figures in this year’s class. Former NFL defensive lineman Breiden Fehoko has transitioned into an analyst role on his X profile. On Friday, he posted a video highlighting his three “can’t-miss” prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

MORE: Tampa Bay Buccaneers hosting former All-American Fehoko has built a reputation for strong evaluations, including his early praise of last year’s rookie standout Jaxson Dart. He also correctly predicted the Pittsburgh Steelers’ hiring of Mike McCarthy as head coach. Here are Fehoko’s three favorite prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft: Penn State offensive lineman Vega Ioane (71) celebrates with running back Quinton Martin after the freshman scored a touchdown during the Blue-White game at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, April 13, 2024, in State College.

The White team defeated the Blue team, 27-0. Olaivavega Ioane Fehoko opened with strong praise for Ioane, calling the Penn State offensive guard the best prospect at the position since Quenton Nelson. He views Ioane as a day-one starter worthy of a top-10 selection.

Ioane’s ability to thrive in multiple schemes, combined with his dominance in the trenches, makes him one of the safest prospects in the class. MORE: NFC executive rips New York Giants offseason moves Fehoko also projected a long, successful career for Ioane, predicting he will play at a high level for more than a decade. Ioane currently ranks 16th on the consensus board.