ESPN analyst has three Clemson players drafted in first round in 2026
One ESPN analyst has three Clemson players being drafted in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Clemson is expected to have a presence when the first round of the NFL Draft begins Thursday, though how early the Tigers come off the board depends on which projection you follow. Peter Schrager sees a more aggressive opening round , including a potential trade involving the Houston Texans moving up for Blake Miller. “With three offensive tackles already off the board and a few OT-needy teams coming up, Houston can flip its early Round 3 pick to move up nine spots in Round 1 and get an experienced, reliable right tackle.
Miller is steady. And after another OL remake for the Texans, that’s what they need. Miller is an immediate starter who can help open run lanes and keep C.
J. Stroud clean,” Schrager said. He also has Clemson stars T.
J. Parker landing with the Chicago Bears and Peter Woods going to the Buffalo Bills, both tied to clear defensive needs late in the round. “Edge is a big need for Chicago.