We don’t do draft grades. I wouldn’t pay much attention to them considering how inaccurate the “experts” turn out to be—like how pretty much everyone gave the Broncos around a D grade for taking Bo Nix a couple of years ago. But with the 2026 NFL Draft complete, it’s a good time for the latest power rankings.
1. Seattle Seahawks
The defending champions no doubt face a tough road to repeat, but they deserve the respect of being No. 1 in the power rankings. Seattle turned four picks into eight last week—headlined by Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price, TCU safety Bud Clark, and Arkansas cornerback Julian Neal with their picks on the first two days.
2. Philadelphia Eagles
Overcoming the loss of offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will be one of the most underrated storylines around the league this year, but the Eagles seem thrilled with new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion—and the draft supported him starting with USC receiver Makai Lemon in Round 1 after a trade up. I’m surprised Philly looks poised to move superstar weapon A.J. Brown after June 1, but DeVonta Smith can be a clear top wideout with high-end target numbers. Though it took two third-rounders, the acquisition of Jonathan Greenard from Minnesota is arguably a value compared to the deal Jaelan Phillips got in free agency.
3. Denver Broncos
The Broncos essentially traded a first-round pick and a third-round pick to acquire dynamic receiver Jaylen Waddle from the Dolphins, so that move put them in the hole in what was already an odd draft across the league. If you’ve followed here on Wolf Sports, you know we’re bullish on Bo Nix and Denver—the expectation is that Waddle gives them a bump to avoid a step back in 2026.
4. Los Angeles Rams
I don’t get the immense criticism of the Rams taking Ty Simpson with the No. 13 pick in the draft. If you feel conviction in a quarterback in a spot in the draft you typically aren’t picking, it makes sense to pull the trigger. The biggest concern with Simpson is the lack of playing experience in college, but hopefully sitting behind Matthew Stafford for at least a year or two allows him to hit the ground running whenever he does take over. And it’s not like LA isn’t loaded on offense for Stafford and didn’t trade their own first-round pick for All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie.
5. Baltimore Ravens
No doubt, the Ravens might be one of the NFL’s most volatile teams in 2026. The upside is obvious, though. If Lamar Jackson is healthy, the defense—boosted by Trey Hendrickson—is a force under new head coach Jesse Minter, and if they get over big-game concerns, there’s definite Super Bowl potential.
6. Buffalo Bills
It was funny to hear Bills fans want to take away general manager Brandon Beane’s drafting privileges for the first two days of the draft moving forward. TJ Parker and Davison Igbinosun were the first two selections at “premium” positions, but Round 5 stood out with South Carolina safety Jalon Kilgore and Penn State defensive tackle Zane Durant going later than expected.
7. Chicago Bears
Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman and Iowa center Logan Jones coincidentally filled a couple of needs for the Bears after losing All-Pro safety Kevin Byard in free agency and center Drew Dalman to retirement this offseason. The NFC North is likely to be intense, but I trust Chicago.
8. Detroit Lions
Like last season—which ultimately did not go close to as well as expected—this year is likely going to come down to the interior offensive line for the Lions. Tate Ratledge and Christian Mahogany are more experienced at the guard spots, and Cade Mays comes over from Carolina to play center. If they step up, and the tackle spots are walls with Penei Sewell moving to left tackle and Blake Miller selected in Round 1, Detroit can be a force again.
9. Cincinnati Bengals
I love what the Bengals have done this offseason, boosting the defense with Dexter Lawrence II in the trade from the Giants—along with veterans Jonathan Allen, Boye Mafe, Bryan Cook, and Kyle Dugger. They continued the trend in the draft, with pass rusher Cashius Howell out of Texas A&M as their second-round pick. Considering the strides the defense showed in the second half last season, Cincy profiles as a legitimate threat this season.
10. San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers are one of those teams getting ripped for their draft, and I must say I agree in this case. Not because of the consensus board, either. But overall, I’m surprised of the direction they went throughout the three days of the draft—especially considering their struggles that you could almost see coming in past springs. That said, San Francisco boosted the roster with veterans including Mike Evans, Christian Kirk, Osa Odighizuwa, and bringing back Dre Greenlaw this offseason.
11. Dallas Cowboys
Getting Ohio State safety Caleb Downs—arguably the best overall player in the 2026 draft class—at No. 11 overall alone is enough to make me be very high on the Cowboys’ draft class. Like the Bengals, Dallas went heavy on boosting the defense this offseason. The George Pickens situation must be sorted, as the offense is a lot better if he’s in the mix and focused.
12. New England Patriots
Speaking of focused, there’s a chance this is a rough year for the Patriots a season after competing in Super Bowl LX. The Mike Vrabel situation might not be going away, and New England must hope the players don’t tune him out to some extent—paired with having more of a target on their back in general along with a much tougher schedule than 2025. However, getting star receiver A.J. Brown would be a considerable boost.
13. Los Angeles Chargers
The biggest additions for the Chargers this offseason might’ve come from offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel joining the squad and getting offensive tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt back. But as for the draft, Miami pass rusher Akheem Mesidor felt like a good fit for Los Angeles, given his pro-ready game to join a rotation with Khalil Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu.
14. Houston Texans
The Texans adding Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald in Round 2—someone who seems like he’ll be a great boost to what appears to be an already-strong locker room—headlined a draft class that also included Keylan Rutledge in the first round as the latest addition to a revamped offensive line. This might be too low for Houston given their elite defense and the addition of David Montgomery at running back to help keep the offense in favorable positions.
15. Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs will be a challenging team to gauge heading into the fall, and they settle in around the middle of the power rankings for now. The offense is largely the same aside from Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III now being at running back (which is for sure a boost in big-play ability). Defensively, Kansas City is looking for a jolt from first-round picks Mansoor Delane and Peter Woods.
16. Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jaguars are certainly a team that can be much higher after winning 13 games and having a clear mindset established by first-year head coach Liam Coen. But they’re another team which had a draft that felt odd—though offensive lineman Emmanuel Pregnon lasting until pick No. 88 helps, as he might be a steal.
17. Pittsburgh Steelers
This might be too low, but I don’t want to totally lock in Aaron Rodgers returning to Pittsburgh quite yet. If he does come back, the selection of Alabama’s Germie Bernard in the second round and the trade acquisition of veteran Michael Pittman Jr. are a serious improvement to last year’s receiving group. Bernard was extremely underrated during the pre-draft process. On the other side of the ball, I’m interested to watch Joey Porter Jr. and Jamel Dean press opposing receivers this season.
18. Green Bay Packers
A bunch of teams in this teens area can be higher, but the question is if the Packers can make a leap from three straight years as the No. 7 seed in the NFC. They’re another group looking to get healthier, with star defender Micah Parsons and tight end Tucker Kraft coming off torn ACLs.
19. Minnesota Vikings
I was optimistic about the Vikings following the Kyler Murray signing. For example, I feel much better about taking Justin Jefferson in fantasy drafts this year than I did last summer. But the draft class is another one that felt off, and they also traded Jonathan Greenard as mentioned above. Kevin O’Connell and Brian Flores leading the offense and defense helps, but the division will be incredibly challenging.
20. Carolina Panthers
Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling might not have been a huge “need” for the Panthers, but he’s a potential franchise left tackle they were able to get at No. 19 overall. And I want to point out Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II, who adds definite juice in terms of speed. The defense will rely on high-priced free agents Jaelan Phillips and Devin Lloyd playing at a high level this year.
21. Indianapolis Colts
The Colts didn’t have a first-round pick because of the Sauce Gardner trade, but they got a first-round talent in Round 2 by securing Georgia linebacker CJ Allen. Oklahoma wide receiver Deion Burks was another potential major value in Round 7—which was a shocker for someone that mostly everyone had as a clear top-100 prospect.
22. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
We’re in agreement with the Bucs on their valuation of first-round edge defender Rueben Bain Jr., who was a top-five pick on their board. Tampa felt he was basically an automatic pick to turn in the card at No. 15 overall—and the former Miami star is all business as he begins his NFL career. Bain can help get the run defense back on track and bring energy for a unit that surprisingly felt like it needed it last season.
23. Atlanta Falcons
Assuming his off-field concerns don’t lead to a serious career derailment (which seems unlikely now, though a suspension could still be coming), I think the Falcons are thrilled to have the talent of James Pearce Jr. off the edge instead of a first-round pick this year. Then it felt like Atlanta got fits on Day 2 in Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell (joining his All-Pro brother A.J.) and Georgia receiver Zachariah Branch. The quarterback competition between Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa will hopefully lead to strong play at the position.
24. New York Giants
While I’m with the many Giants fans (and Malik Nabers) who were not happy with passing on Caleb Downs twice, the first three picks can still be excellent in not only versatile Ohio State defender Arvell Reese and Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa—but Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood early in the second round. John Harbaugh has quickly made his mark on the team, but is it enough given past personnel mishaps and following the Dexter Lawrence II trade which might make the run defense even more vulnerable?
25. New Orleans Saints
The Saints are looking to build off what Tyler Shough did as a rookie quarterback when he took over last season, and I like the moves from the perspective of supporting Shough headlined by signing Travis Etienne Jr. at running back and taking Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson at No. 8. New Orleans should be competitive in the NFC South.
26. Cleveland Browns
Similarly, there’s a ton to work with for Shedeur Sanders if he’s the starter in Cleveland, with the Browns adding left tackle Spencer Fano and wide receivers KC Conception and Denzel Boston with early picks in the draft. The offensive line is totally revamped, and they’ll seek balance with Quinshon Judkins in the backfield.
27. Washington Commanders
While I like some of the signings on defense this offseason—and then Washington added Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles to play in the middle of a revamped unit—the concern is that it’s a lot of outside veteran pieces brought in for a team that hasn’t drafted well. But if the defense does improve considerably, and Jayden Daniels comes back with a vengeance, there’s upside.
28. Tennessee Titans
Taking Ohio State receiver Carnell Tate with the No. 4 pick in the draft was a gutsy move not many people saw coming. Tate’s connection with second-year quarterback Cam Ward will be huge for the success of the Titans this season, and Robert Saleh has pieces to work with on the other side of the ball as he takes over.
29. New York Jets
The Jets going with David Bailey was a surprise to me at No. 2 overall, but they’re a team posturing to be much more competitive in 2026 and felt that Bailey will give them the most immediate pass rush boost. Fellow first-rounders Kenyon Sadiq and Omar Cooper Jr. join what’s suddenly a very well-rounded skill group—and Indiana cornerback D’Angelo Ponds was swiped as a Round 2 value.
30. Las Vegas Raiders
Kirk Cousins might start at least a decent stretch for the Raiders, but the long-term success of the franchise will come down to No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza. I’m anxious to see how the young receiving corps plays around star tight end Brock Bowers and running back Ashton Jeanty. With the Maxx Crosby saga seemingly over with things working out how both sides feel they should have, the defense has intriguing potential after spending big during free agency.
31. Arizona Cardinals
Even with James Conner and Tyler Allgeier in the mix, I credit the Cardinals for simply going with their best player available in Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love at No. 3 overall—and he happens to round out an offense that also has Marvin Harrison Jr., Michael Wilson, and Trey McBride. Second-round pick Chase Bisontis gives the offensive line a boost at guard, and overall Arizona is setting up a promising situation for a quarterback at some point—with rookie Carson Beck looking to show he can be that guy.
32. Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins have a big rebuild ahead, and they used their two first-round picks to start with a piece on each side of the ball in Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor and San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson. Miami made 13 draft picks total as they reshape the roster under the new regime.