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Last updated: April 23, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

NFL Draft Buzz & Prospect Updates

As the league approaches the draft, final projections are solidifying, with Matt Miller releasing his final mock detailing all 32 projected first-round selections, supported by the latest insider intelligence from Jeremy Fowler regarding top prospects. On the injury front, one highly-touted defensive tackle, Florida's Caleb Banks, is expected to be fully cleared for football activities by early June following offseason foot surgery, which impacts team evaluations for teams considering him outside the first round. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints organization showed support for Offensive Coordinator Doug Nussmeier, granting him permission to spend draft night with his son, Garrett, in what the team termed a "once in a lifetime opportunity" away from team headquarters.

Team Strategy & Roster Management

Team needs continue to drive speculation, particularly for clubs holding multiple premium selections; the New York Jets face a decision at Pick, potentially targeting a wide receiver after addressing the edge rusher position earlier in the offseason, suggesting an offensive focus for their second first-round selection this Thursday. Elsewhere, the Las Vegas Raiders are assessing their remaining nine draft capital slots after a potential early selection, needing to address several critical positional gaps across their roster. In contract news, Dallas Cowboys executive Stephen Jones confirmed publicly that the team will not engage in long-term talks with George Pickens before the season, intending for the wide receiver to play the entire year under the franchise tag.