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Last updated: April 24, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

NFL Draft Eve Intrigue & Trade Speculation

As the league braces for Thursday's draft, final projections indicate significant movement, with Peter Schrager's latest mock draft forecasting four major trades across the first round, potentially seeing prospects like Jeremiyah Love and Sonny Styles land in the top five. Insider intelligence from Jeremy Fowler is informing Matt Miller's own final mock, which projects all 32 first-round selections while detailing the current buzz surrounding the top-ten picks, particularly concerning the Jets, Cardinals, Titans, and Giants. The New York Jets, holding the 16th pick, are widely expected to target an offensive weapon following their earlier moves to address the edge rusher position, suggesting their second first-round selection will likely be used on the offensive side of the ball. This pre-draft environment is also marked by heightened concern over information security, as former executives warn it is only a matter of time before someone attempts to parlay confidential draft information into illegal wagers.

Team-Specific Draft Planning & Roster Management

Teams continued finalizing their draft strategies, with the Las Vegas Raiders evaluating needs across their roster as they look to maximize value with their remaining nine picks after their initial selection. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys have made their stance clear regarding wide receiver George Pickens, stating they will not discuss a long-term deal prior to the season, indicating the receiver will play this year under the franchise tag, according to executive Stephen Jones. On the medical front, one of the draft's anticipated top defensive tackles, Florida's Caleb Banks, is reportedly targeting June clearance for full football activities following offseason foot surgery, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Coaching Personnel Updates

In a unique personnel arrangement, the New Orleans Saints granted permission for Offensive Coordinator Doug Nussmeier to spend draft night with his son, Garrett, describing the opportunity as "once in a lifetime," allowing him to support his son during the process.