Trending Now - Kiper Revamps Top 10 QB Rankings Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
WHO:
President Trump, NFL teams, Eric Edholm (NFL.com), Daniel Jeremiah (NFL.com), Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN), Nate Tice (Yahoo Sports), Charles McDonald (Yahoo Sports), Mike Renner (CBS Sports), Josh Edwards (CBS Sports), Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz (USA Today), Nick Baumgardner (The Athletic), Max Chadwick (PFF), Geoff Schwartz (Fox Sports), Nate Davis (USA Today), Kyle Dvorchak (NBC Sports), Chris Simms (NBC Sports), Connor Rogers (NBC Sports), Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN), Drew Allar (Penn State), Fernando Mendoza (Indiana), Ty Simpson (Alabama), Carson Beck (Miami), Garrett Nussmeier (LSU), Taylen Green (Arkansas), Cole Payton (North Dakota State), Cade Klubnik (Clemson), Luke Altmyer (Illinois), Sawyer Robertson (Baylor).
WHAT:
KC Concepcion returned two punts for touchdowns in 2025.
Cashius Howell posted the fastest 10-yard split (1.58 seconds) of any player from the defensive line group at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Dillon Thieneman achieved a 91.0 PFF overall grade in 2025, leading all Power Four safeties.
Fernando Mendoza completed 72% of his passes for 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns, with only six interceptions in 2025.
Ty Simpson completed 64.5% of his passes for 3,567 yards and 28 touchdowns, with five interceptions in 2025.
Carson Beck completed 72.4% of his passes for 3,813 yards and 30 touchdowns, with 12 interceptions in 2025.
Drew Allar completed 66.5% of his passes for 3,327 yards and 24 touchdowns, with eight interceptions in 2024.
Garrett Nussmeier threw for 1,927 yards and five touchdowns across nine games in 2025.
Taylen Green threw for 2,714 yards and 19 touchdowns, with 11 interceptions, and rushed for 777 yards and eight touchdowns in 2025.
Cole Payton completed 72% of his passes for 2,719 yards and 16 touchdowns in 2025, while rushing for 777 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Monroe Freeling started all 12 regular-season games at left tackle in 2025, not allowing a sack and only eight total pressures in 823 offensive snaps.
Denzel Boston averaged 4.4 yards after catch per reception in 2025.
The 2026 NFL Mock Draft predictions include various players for the Buffalo Bills at the No. 26 pick, such as WR KC Concepcion, EDGE Cashius Howell, CB Avieon Terrell, S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, and DE/OLB T.J. Parker.
Fernando Mendoza is projected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after leading Indiana to a national title and winning the Heisman Trophy in 2025.
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his Top 10 QB rankings, placing Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson, and Carson Beck in the top three spots.
WHERE:
The NFL Scouting Combine took place in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled to occur in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from April 23rd to April 25th.
WHEN:
The articles were published on various dates in March 2026, with specific mentions of March 19th, March 17th, March 13th, March 11th, March 9th, March 5th, and March 4th.
The 2026 NFL Draft is set for April 23rd to April 25th, 2026.
WHY:
The Buffalo Bills are looking to improve their roster after going two seasons without returning a punt for a touchdown.
The Miami Dolphins are addressing their need for a wide receiver after trading Jaylen Waddle.
HOW:
NFL teams are utilizing mock drafts to predict player selections based on team needs and player performances at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates quarterbacks based on their college performances and combines results to rank them for the draft.
(UPDATED March 21, 2026 01:23 UTC)
In a standout performance at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, Cashius Howell recorded the fastest 10-yard split of any defensive lineman, clocking in at an impressive 1.58 seconds. Meanwhile, in the 2025 season, KC Concepcion made headlines by returning two punts for touchdowns, while Fernando Mendoza showcased his passing prowess with 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns, completing 72% of his passes. Additionally, Monroe Freeling had a remarkable season as a left tackle, starting all 12 regular-season games without allowing a single sack.
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(UPDATED March 20, 2026 23:08 UTC)
In a busy week for the NFL, President Trump and various analysts have been discussing the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, which is set to take place in Pittsburgh from April 23rd to April 25th. Notably, Fernando Mendoza, who led Indiana to a national title and won the Heisman Trophy, is projected as the No. 1 overall pick, while the Buffalo Bills are eyeing players like WR KC Concepcion and EDGE Cashius Howell for their No. 26 pick. Additionally, Mel Kiper Jr. has updated his Top 10 quarterback rankings, placing Mendoza, Ty Simpson, and Carson Beck in the top three spots.