With the 2026 NFL draft just two weeks away, ESPN's team of analysts and reporters have compiled intel on all 32 teams' draft strategies. The Las Vegas Raiders hold the first overall pick and are expected to select quarterback Fernando Mendoza, but their approach with the remaining nine picks remains a key question. Analysts suggest the Raiders will focus on bolstering Mendoza's support system, potentially targeting wide receivers like Denzel Boston or running back Elijah Sarratt.

Several teams face pivotal decisions at the top of the draft. The New York Jets, picking second, appear set to wait until the fourth round for a quarterback, with Drew Allar emerging as a potential developmental prospect. The Arizona Cardinals could trade back into the first round for Ty Simpson, though the cost and timing remain uncertain. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans are weighing whether to draft playmaker Jeremiyah Love at No. 4 or address their need for an edge rusher.

The New York Giants face a particularly difficult choice at No. 5, with options including wide receiver, offensive line, linebacker, cornerback, and safety all potentially available. While right guard is their biggest need, analysts suggest the Giants might opt for the best player available, potentially selecting Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles or safety Caleb Downs. The draft promises to reshape the NFL landscape as teams position themselves for the 2026 season.