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2026 NFL Draft Predictions: Dolphins Eye Receiver, Raiders Want Mendoza

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching, with mock drafts updated after free agency.
CBS Sports projects the Miami Dolphins to select a wide receiver after trading Jaylen Waddle.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is projected to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese is projected to the New York Jets.
The Jacksonville Jaguars lack a first-round pick and want to bolster their defense with Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural NFL Draft in 1936 revolutionized professional football by introducing a formal player selection process. Jay Berwanger, the first Heisman Trophy winner, was selected first overall by the Philadelphia Eagles. This event marked a significant shift in how teams, including the Miami Dolphins and Las Vegas Raiders today, strategically build their rosters, highlighting the importance of player selection in the league's success.

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Story summary

The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching, with mock drafts updated after free agency.
CBS Sports projects the Miami Dolphins to select a wide receiver after trading Jaylen Waddle.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is projected to the Las Vegas Raiders.
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese is projected to the New York Jets.
The Jacksonville Jaguars lack a first-round pick and want to bolster their defense with Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks.

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