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2026 NFL mock draft with three options for every pick – except No. 1

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There are many ways the top of the 2026 NFL Draft could play out. Here's a look at three options for 31 of the draft's first 32 picks.

The 2026 NFL Draft is nearly here, but there still isn't yet clarity about what might happen beyond the No. 1 overall pick. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to take Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the draft's top selection.

Beyond that, it isn't exactly clear what each team will do, starting with the New York Jets at No. 2 overall. The teams picking at the top of the 2026 NFL Draft will have plenty of options for each of their selections.

With that in mind, USA TODAY Sports decided in its latest mock to outline three options for each squad – except the Raiders at No. 1 overall. Here's a look at how that mock draft exercise turned out.

2026 NFL mock draft: Three options for every pick 1. Las Vegas Raiders Will pick : QB Fernando Mendoza, Indiana Barring a last-minute change of heart, the Raiders are going to make Mendoza the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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