Grades for every 2026 NFL first-round draft pick

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It's time for the 2026 NFL Draft, where all 32 teams will be looking to improve their rosters with some of the best collegiate talent from around the nation.

Things kick off tonight in Pittsburgh with the first round followed by the second and third rounds on Friday, April 24, and concluding with the fourth through seventh rounds on Saturday, April 25.

All eyes will be on the first round, which features several teams with multiple first rounders, an expected run on offensive tackles and there's always chaos amid rumors, trades and unexpected selections.

As the picks roll in for the first round, we'll be sharing our instant grades and thoughts on the selection. Stay tuned.

2026 NFL Draft first-round order​

Here's the complete draft order for the first round:

1. Las Vegas Raiders
2. New York Jets
3. Arizona Cardinals
4. Tennessee Titans
5. New York Giants
6. Cleveland Browns
7. Washington Commanders
8. New Orleans Saints
9. Kansas City Chiefs
10. New York Giants (from Bengals)
11. Miami Dolphins
12. Dallas Cowboys
13. Los Angeles Rams (from Falcons)
14. Baltimore Ravens
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
16. New York Jets (from Colts)
17. Detroit Lions
18. Minnesota Vikings
19. Carolina Panthers
20. Dallas Cowboys (from Packers)
21. Pittsburgh Steelers
22. Los Angeles Chargers
23. Philadelphia Eagles
24. Cleveland Browns (from Jaguars)
25. Chicago Bears
26. Buffalo Bills
27. San Francisco 49ers
28. Houston Texans
29. Kansas City Chiefs (from Rams)
30. Miami Dolphins (from Broncos)
31. New England Patriots
32. Seattle Seahawks

When is the 2026 NFL Draft?​

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place on April 23-25, 2026. The first round action kicks off Thursday night at 8 p.m. ET, continuing with the second and third rounds Friday night at 7 p.m. ET and concluding with Rounds 4-7 on Saturday at noon ET.

Where is the 2026 NFL Draft?​

The 2026 NFL Draft will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The main event will take place near Acrisure Stadium & Point State Park.

Watch the 2026 NFL Draft live on Fubo (free trial)

Where can I watch the 2026 NFL Draft?​

The 2026 NFL Draft will broadcast live on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Streaming options for the draft include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

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