Contract terms were not disclosed.

Earlier this week, the 49ers signed All-Pro tight end George Kittle to a four-year contract extension worth up to $76.4 million, making him the highest-paid player at the position.

Dwelley, 30, had signed with the 49ers as an undrafted free agent in April 2018 and has played 101 regular-season games (17 starts) for San Francisco (2018-23) and the Atlanta Falcons (2024). He has 45 career receptions on 61 targets for 523 yards and five touchdowns.

He was targeted one time in 17 games with the Falcons and made the catch for 5 yards. He played on 37 percent of the special teams snaps (166).

In his most recent season with San Francisco in 2023, Dwelley appeared in 12 games and played 67 percent of the special teams snaps (206).

Thielen turns 35 prior to the Panthers' season opener.

"It could be, yeah," Thielen said, when asked if he may be entering his final NFL season. "I told you guys at the end of the season, like every year, you look back and you say, 'Hey, what left do I have to give to this game?' I talked to my family, and they wanted me to keep playing. So it'll be the same process.

"Not gonna think about that right now. I'm gonna focus on being the best football player I can possibly be, and you have to have that mindset in this league. And then once the season's over -- evaluate, see where we're at, see where the team's at, see where I'm at individually and as a family. But definitely, definitely winding down my career."

Thielen missed seven games last season after sustaining a hamstring injury while laying out to reel in a 31-yard touchdown reception in the Panthers' 36-22 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sept. 22.

He finished with 48 catches on 62 targets for 615 yards and five touchdowns in 10 games (all starts) during his second season with the Panthers. He played with the Minnesota Vikings from 2014-22.

The two-time Pro Bowl selection has 685 receptions for 8,311 yards and 64 touchdowns in 162 regular-season games (128 starts).

Ford agreed to reduce his 2025 salary from $3.486 million to a guaranteed $1.75 million, according to the report.

The return of Chubb, who is unsigned, is "largely dependent on whether or not Ford accepted the pay cut or was traded to another team," per the report.

Ford, 25, rushed for 565 yards and three touchdowns in 14 games (six starts) last season, adding 37 catches for 225 yards.

He has 1,390 rushing yards, 544 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns in 44 games (18 starts) since the Browns picked him in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Chubb, 29, has played in only 10 games over the past two seasons due to knee and foot injuries. He rushed for 332 yards and three scores in eight starts in 2024.

A four-time Pro Bowl selection and four-time 1,000-yard rusher, Chubb ranks third in franchise history with 6,843 rushing yards behind Pro Football Hall of Fame members Jim Brown and Leroy Kelly.

The Browns selected Tennessee running back Dylan Sampson in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft last weekend and also have Pierre Strong Jr. on the roster.

Terms were not announced, but NFL Network reported the deal is worth $2 million.

Woods, who turned 33 on April 10, has played for four different NFL teams since the Buffalo Bills selected him in the second round of the 2013 draft out of Southern California.

He has 683 career receptions for 8,233 yards and 38 touchdowns, as well as 75 carries for 514 yards and five scores in 171 games (145 starts) over 12 seasons for the Bills (2013-16), Los Angeles Rams (2017-21), Tennessee Titans (2022) and Houston Texans (2023-24).

Woods also 42 catches for 449 yards and one TD in 10 playoff games (seven starts).

Last season, he played 15 regular-season games for the Texans (four starts) and caught 20 of 30 targets for 203 yards, a 10.2 average. He has averaged 12.1 yards per catch for his career.

The Steelers' wide receivers room also includes George Pickens, Calvin Austin Jr., Scotty Miller, Roman Wilson and two-time Pro Bowl selection D.K. Metcalf, acquired in March in a trade with the Seattle Seahawks.

Browns quarterback Kenny Pickett, set to play for his third team in 13 months, will not have his fifth-year option worth $22.117 million for the 2026 season picked up by Cleveland. Barring a new contract, Pickett would become a free agent in March 2026.

He's owed $2.62 million in 2025 as part of an overcrowded depth chart. The Browns added veteran free agent Joe Flacco and drafted Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders since acquiring Pickett from the Philadelphia Eagles. An injured Deshaun Watson also remains on the roster.

Pickett was the 20th overall pick in 2022 and spent the first two seasons of his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

--Eagles not exercising options on WR Jahan Dotson, OG Kenyon Green

The Philadelphia Eagles opted not to pick up fifth-year options for the 2026 season for wide receiver Jahan Doston and guard Kenyon Green.

Both players were acquired via trade.

Green, the 15th pick in the 2022 draft by the Texans, was acquired from Houston on March 11 with the Eagles sending safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson in return.

Dotson, the No. 16 selection by the Washington Commanders, was acquired during training camp last summer in a trade involving draft picks. He was seventh on the team with 19 receptions in 2024.

The Eagles did not have to make a decision on picking up the option year in Lewis Cine's contract. The 32nd pick of the Vikings was released by Minnesota before the start of the 2024 season and joined the Eagles.

Wyatt, 27, will earn a fully guaranteed $13.922 million in 2026 barring a long-term deal with the team before then.

Wyatt has 12 sacks, 23 quarterback hits and 74 tackles in 47 career games (five starts) since being selected No. 28 overall in 2022.

Wyatt will play the 2025 season on a base salary of $2.458 million with a cap hit of $4.092 million.

Travis, 24, cited ongoing complications from a left leg injury sustained during his final game at Florida State.

"On November 18, 2023, my life took an unexpected turn," Travis said in a statement. "I gave everything I had to the rehab process but despite all my efforts, my leg never responded the way we hoped. After much prayer and consultation with the doctors, medical experts and my agent, I've been medically advised to retire from the game I love so deeply."

The Jets said Travis will be placed on the reserve/retired list.

"Jordan has informed us of his intent to retire due to the injury he sustained while at Florida State," Jets general manager Darren Mougey said in a statement. "It is unfortunate that he was unable to get back on the field after working so hard. We support his decision and wish him only the best."

Travis was 11-0 as the Seminoles' starter in 2023, finishing fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting after throwing for 2,756 yards with 20 touchdowns and just two interceptions. He was injured by a controversial hip-drop tackle during Florida State's 58-13 win against North Alabama.

The 2023 ACC Player of the Year completed 62.0 percent of his passes for 8,715 yards with 66 TDs and 20 picks in 49 games at Louisville (2018) and Florida State (2019-23).

General manager Eric DeCosta said he intends for the 2022 first-round picks to continue to wear a Ravens uniform for years to come.

"We are exercising the fifth-year option for Kyle Hamilton with the goal of working toward a multi-year contract extension," DeCosta said in a team statement.

"While we will not apply the fifth-year option to Tyler Linderbaum, it is our intention for him remain a Raven long term."

Hamilton, 24, was the No. 14 overall pick of the 2022 NFL Draft. He has appeared in 48 games (35 starts) in the regular season, with 250 tackles, seven sacks, five interceptions (one for a TD), four forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries.

He was a first-team All-Pro in 2023 and is a two-time Pro Bowl selection. In 2026, he will earn $18.6 million.

Linderbaum, 25, was take 11 picks after Hamilton in the same draft. A two-time Pro Bowl selection, he has played in 49 regular-season games (all starts) over three years.

Had the Ravens picked up his option, he would have been paid $23.4 million in 2026. Instead, he will play out the final season of four-year, $13.23 million rookie deal as DeCosta hopes to negotiate an extension.

A May 1 deadline (Thursday) is in place for teams to exercise the fifth-year option for 2022 first-round draft selections.

The NFL fined the Falcons for allowing Sanders' private information -- his cell phone number -- to be leaked, and Ulbrich for his failed oversight of a tablet his son used to swipe the information and make the prank call on Friday, when the second and third round were completed.

Jax Ulbrich apologized in a statement for making the call to Sanders. He dialed Sanders while the son of former Falcons cornerback Deion Sanders waited anxiously for his name to be called and in the midst of an unexpected fall out of the top four rounds.

Jax Ulbrich pretended to be Saints general manager Mickey Loomis and initially told Sanders he would be the Saints' next pick only to tell Sanders was going to have to keep waiting.

"It's been a long wait, man," the voice of Jax Ulbrich was captured saying to Sanders in a video of the call. "We're going to take you with our next pick, man, but you're going to have to wait a little bit longer, man. Sorry about that."

When the pick never came, Sanders remained undrafted into the fifth round and was selected by the Cleveland Browns with pick No. 144.

He said in a media teleconference the prank call had no impact on him.

"It was just like, I mean, OK, like I don't feed into negativity or I don't feed into that stuff," Sanders said. "You've seen on Deion Jr.'s YouTube video. My reaction to it, I don't -- it is what it is. I think of course it is childish. Of course, I feel like it was a childish act, but everybody does childish things here and there."

Jax Ulbrich said he used his father's unlocked iPad to retrieve Sanders' information. In a statement, Jax Ulbrich said his actions were "completely inexcusable" and thanked Sanders for taking a second call from him to apologize.

The NFL said it opened an immediate investigation and handed down the punishment on Wednesday, a sum nearly equal to the total of the signing bonus received by Austin Booker (Bears), the 144th pick in the 2024 draft. Booker's four-year contract included a $349,140 signing bonus.

"We appreciate the NFL's swift and thorough review of last week's data exposure and the event that transpired due to it," the Falcons said Wednesday in a formal statement after the league handed down the fine. "We were proactive in addressing the situation internally and cooperated fully with the league throughout the process, and accept the discipline levied to Coach Jeff Ulbrich and the organization. We are confident in our security policies and practices and will continue to emphasize adherence to them with our staff whether on or off premises. Additionally, the Ulbrich family is working with the organization to participate in community service initiatives in relation to last week's matter."

Jeff Ulbrich was interim head coach of the New York Jets at the end of last season and played linebacker in the NFL.

He was hired in January by Falcons head coach Raheem Morris to become defensive coordinator, replacing Jimmy Lake.

Before the Colts used the No. 14 overall pick to draft Penn State's Tyler Warren, he said he was also victim of a prank call. According to reports, the league was informed of Browns first-round pick Mason Graham, Steelers quarterback Kyle McCord and other prospects receiving similar calls while waiting to be drafted.

Davis, the 13th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, will earn a guaranteed $12.9 million in 2026.

Davis, 25, has started every game over the past two seasons for Philadelphia, including the Super Bowl LIX win against the Kansas City Chiefs in February.

He has recorded 3.5 sacks, 90 tackles, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 47 career regular-season games (39 starts). He added one sack each in the NFC Championship Game against the Washington Commanders and in the Super Bowl.

NFL teams have until Thursday to pick up the fifth-year options for 2022 first-round draft selections.

Lloyd, 26, would have been due a guaranteed $14.571 million in 2026 had the Jaguars picked up his option.

Instead, the 27th pick in the 2022 NFL Draft will hit the free agent market after the 2025 season.

Lloyd has recorded 355 tackles, four interceptions, four fumble recoveries and two sacks in 48 games (46 starts).

He led the Jaguars in tackles in 2024 (113) and was second on the team in 2023 (127) and third in 2022 (115).

NFL teams have until Thursday to exercise the fifth-year options for 2022 first-round draft selections.

London, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, will earn a guaranteed $16.817 million in 2026.

London set career highs across the board with 100 catches for 1,271 yards and nine touchdowns last season.

Durable and dependable, he has 241 receptions for 3,042 yards and 15 scores in 50 games (48 starts).

"You know how we feel about Drake: He's a stud on the field," Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot said during the NFL draft. "He's everything we're about. Just like we're just talking about being obsessed with the game. Obviously, he's a good man off the field, but he blacks out when it's time to play and when it's time to compete, and he will do anything he can to rip your face off and win the game. That's who he is, and that's what we want."

NFL teams have until Thursday to exercise the fifth-year options for 2022 first-round picks.

Jeff Sperbeck, 61, a longtime friend and business partner of the legendary Denver Broncos quarterback, is on life support after the incident Saturday in La Quinta, Calif., per the report.

TMZ confirmed that Elway was behind the wheel when Sperbeck fell off the back of the moving cart and struck his head on asphalt.

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection told KESQ it responded to an accident involving a golf cart and transported an unnamed patient to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office said it is investigating the incident.

Elway and Sperbeck and their wives attended the Stagecoach music festival earlier Saturday in nearby Indio, Calif., according to TMZ.

Elway, 64, and Sperbeck founded 7Cellars winery together in 2013.

Sperbeck, certified by the NFL, represented more than 100 NFL players as an agent and business adviser over a 30-year career, according to his bio on the winery's website.

Elway played for the Broncos from 1983-98, winning Super Bowl championships in each of his final two seasons. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2004. He returned to the team as an executive in 2011, working as the general manager through 2020 and as president of football operations in 2021.

Sanders, who has yet to be assigned an official number, trails only former Colorado teammate Travis Hunter (Jacksonville, No. 12) and No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward (Tennessee, No. 1) on the list based on sales at the NFL Shop website.

Will anyone see Sanders play in a Browns jersey this season? That's a question easier to answer once the franchise conducts its rookie workouts in May and mandatory mini-camp in June. He will be one of four healthy quarterbacks in camp - joining fellow draftee Dillon Gabriel, 40-year-old former Super Bowl winner Joe Flacco and offseason acquisition Kenny Pickett.

According to reports, here are the other rookie jerseys on the top 10 chart: Oakland Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty, Panthers wideout Tetairoa McMillan, Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart, Giants defensive end Abdul Carter, Packers receiver Matthew Golden, Colts tight end Tyler Warren and Bears tight end Colston Loveland.

Only Sanders was not selected in the first round.

Van Ginkel, 29, had signed with the Vikings as a free agent in March 2024 on a two-year, $20 million contract.

He was voted to the Pro Bowl in 2024 after totaling career bests with 79 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks and two interceptions -- both returned for touchdowns -- in 17 games (all starts).

He played his first five seasons with the Miami Dolphins (2019-23), and for his career has 329 tackles, 49 TFL, 28.5 sacks, 76 quarterback hits, four interceptions, five forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries.

Miami selected Van Ginkel in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft.

Cardona, 33, joined the Patriots out of Navy as a fifth-round pick in the 2015 draft. He played in 160 regular-season games -- including 16 last season -- and 13 postseason games. He was a member of the Super Bowl LI and Super Bowl LIII champions.

The Patriots drafted Cardona's potential successor, Vanderbilt long snapper Julian Ashby, in the seventh round of last weekend's NFL draft.

Dobbins and Moore are free agents and remain free to sign with any team. The seldom-used UFA tender means that if they do sign elsewhere before July 22, their previous franchises will still get to count them toward the compensatory draft pick formula for 2026.

On the other hand, if they do not sign elsewhere, their previous teams will hold exclusive negotiating rights.

Moore's tender is worth $3.43 million and Dobbins' is about $1.1 million, according to ESPN.

Moore, 25, was on a free agent visit with the Buffalo Bills on Monday. The Browns signed veteran receiver Diontae Johnson to a one-year contract on Monday, per reports.

Moore had a career-high 61 receptions for 538 yards and one touchdown in 17 games (13 starts) for the Browns last season. In his four-year NFL career with the New York Jets (2021-22) and Browns (2023-24), Moore has amassed 200 catches for 2,162 yards and nine TDs.

Dobbins, 26, led the Chargers in rushing last season with 905 yards and nine touchdowns on 195 carries. In four seasons with the Baltimore Ravens (2020, 2022-23) and Chargers, Dobbins has totaled 429 rushing attempts for 2,252 yards and 21 scores, plus 59 receptions for 330 yards and one receiving touchdown.

Wearing a wide smile that spanned ear to ear, McCarthy was quick with a response when asked if he was ready to start the 2025 season after missing his rookie campaign due to a torn meniscus in his right knee.

"I know I'm ready to start," McCarthy said.

"Because all the work I've put in and just the confidence in my skills and abilities and just being able to do my job, simplify things to the best of my ability every single day and you know just take it one day at a time, one play at a time. I have a tremendous coaching staff, a tremendous group of guys around me that I can lean on and they can lean on me."

McCarthy also addressed his changing body, which he says is back up to 215 pounds after dipping down to the high-180s when he wasn't able to work out.

Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters last week that McCarthy is at an advantage from having learned the team's systems "in a classroom setting" up to this point. McCarthy agreed with that assessment on Tuesday.

"The whole process has been a unique one. I haven't had an injury like this that has sat me for so long," he said. "I was very grateful for the opportunity that I had to really get a head start of the mental side of the game. ... Really getting on the same page with (O'Connell) has been awesome."

McCarthy noted that while he heard the constant chatter involving the potential addition of Aaron Rodgers, the 22-year-old said he was just focused on the task at hand.

"Obviously (I) respect Aaron Rodgers, one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game, but all I was focusing on was that day-to-day task," he said. "What I was doing here, what I was doing at home to kind of making myself the best overall player that I can."

The Vikings moved on from 2024 starting quarterback Sam Darnold, who signed with the Seattle Seahawks in free agency after a surprise season in Minnesota.

The other quarterbacks on the Minnesota roster are newly acquired Sam Howell, veteran Brett Rypien and undrafted free agent Max Brosmer.

The Vikings selected McCarthy 10th overall in the 2024 draft after he won a national championship at Michigan. He underwent knee surgery in mid-August after playing in the Vikings' preseason opener.

Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said after last weekend's draft, which saw the team select Tulane cornerback Micah Robinson in the seventh round, that Alexander's status remains fluid.

"We'll work through that as we go," Gutekunst said. "But no updates there, and he is on our roster right now and that's how we'll proceed. But we'll figure that out as we go along."

Gutekunst was non-committal over whether Alexander will be in a Packers uniform this fall.

"No, I'm just saying nothing's changed," Gutekunst said. "No updates. We'll proceed as we go for right now, and we'll see how it goes."

Alexander has two years left on the four-year extension he signed in 2022. His base salary for 2025 is $16.15 million, and in 2026 it's $18.15 million.

If Green Bay cuts or trades Alexander with a post-June 1 designation it would cost more than $7.5 million in dead money but with around $17.1 million in cap savings, according to Over The Cap. A pre-June 1 cut or trade would mean more than $17 million in dead money and roughly $7.6 million in savings.

Alexander was a second-team All-Pro and made the Pro Bowl in both 2020 and 2022 but injuries have forced him to miss most of three of the previous four seasons. He appeared in only four games in 2021 and seven in both 2023 and ‘24.

The 18th overall pick by the Packers in 2018, Alexander has 12 career interceptions with a high of five in 2022. He also has three picks in seven playoff appearances.

McDuffie, 24, was drafted 21st overall and now is in line to earn $13.632 million in 2026. The All-Pro cornerback has started 43 games, recording two interceptions, seven forced fumbles, 4.5 sacks and 183 tackles.

Karlaftis, 24, was the No. 30 pick and is set to earn $15.196 million in 2026. The defensive end has recorded 24.5 sacks, 56 quarterback hits, two fumble recoveries and 115 tackles in 49 games (44 starts).

The two defensive pillars helped the Chiefs win Super Bowls LVII and LVIII before losing to the Philadelphia Eagles last season in Super Bowl LIX.

Gay's contract is worth up to $5 million with $4.35 million guaranteed, the most guaranteed money in NFL history for a kicker on a one-year deal, per NFL Network.

The Indianapolis Colts released Gay earlier this month, two seasons into a four-year deal signed in March 2023.

Gay, 31, has converted 85.5 percent of his field-goal attempts (165 of 193) and 96.3 percent of his PATs (206 of 214) in 90 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2019), Los Angeles Rams (2020-22) and Colts. He made the Pro Bowl and won a Super Bowl with the Rams during the 2021 season.

The Commanders had a revolving door at kicker during their breakthrough 12-5 campaign in 2024: Austin Seibert kicked in nine games, Gonzalez in six (plus the playoffs) and Greg Joseph and Cade York in one contest each.

Gonzalez, who turns 30 next week, had been out of the NFL since 2021 when he signed with Washington in November. Including the postseason, he made 12 of 15 field goals and 27 of 27 extra points for the Commanders.

Gonzalez had re-signed with Washington on a one-year deal last month.

His stay with New Orleans wasn't a long one. He joined the Saints' practice squad in December and remained with the franchise on a futures deal.

"The NFL is a tough business. Always has been and always will be," DiNucci posted on X. "Got released by the Saints this morning. Control what I can control and go back to work."

The Saints addressed their quarterback room by selecting Louisville's Tyler Shough in the second round of this year's draft. New Orleans also has fellow QBs Derek Carr, Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler on its 90-man roster.

DiNucci, 28, has appeared in three NFL games (one start), all with the Dallas Cowboys in 2020 when starter Dak Prescott injured his ankle. DiNucci completed 23 of 43 passes (53.5 percent) for 219 yards. The Cowboys drafted him in the seventh round in 2020.

After the Cowboys released him in August 2022, DiNucci spent time with the Denver Broncos' practice squad during the 2023 season before his release last May. The Buffalo Bills signed him on Aug. 12 and released him two weeks later.

Forty million dollars of that contract reportedly is guaranteed for Kittle, who now is under contract with San Francisco through the 2029 season. He was entering the final season of a deal he signed in 2020.

Bussin' With The Boys first reported the news on Kittle, whose $19.1 million-per-season contract leapfrogs Arizona Cardinals star Trey McBride ($19 million per season) as the league's top deal for a tight end.

With Kittle now under contract, the 49ers likely will pivot to finishing a new deal with quarterback Brock Purdy.

Kittle, 31, posted his fourth career 1,000-yard receiving season in 2024, catching 78 passes for 1,106 yards and eight scores in 15 games.

The two-time All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowl selection has 538 receptions for 7,380 yards and 45 touchdowns in 113 games (105 starts) since San Francisco drafted him in the fifth round out of Iowa in 2017.

Purdy, 25, is heading into the final season of his rookie contract and is looking for a long-term extension as the franchise quarterback. His salary cap hit for 2025 is $5.37 million.

The last player picked in the 2022 NFL Draft, Purdy has a 23-13 record as a starter while completing 67.5 percent of his passes for 9,518 yards and 64 TDs, with 27 interceptions.

Simmons reportedly visited the Packers two weeks ago. On Sunday, Simmons posted a mouse trap with a piece of cheese on social media.

A first-round pick (No. 8 overall) of the Arizona Cardinals in 2020, Simmons spent the previous two seasons with the New York Giants.

Simmons, who has never missed a game in his five NFL seasons, started just once in 2024 and played in only 17 percent of the Giants' defensive snaps, recording 21 tackles with one forced fumble.

In 2023, New York moved Simmons from linebacker, where he played in Arizona, to safety. He started four games and appeared in one-third of the defensive snaps.

He started 37 games in three years with the Cardinals but was dealt to the Giants for a seventh-round draft pick in August 2023.

In 84 career games, Simmons has 329 tackles with 8.5 sacks, 15 tackles for loss, nine forced fumbles and five interceptions.

But, still, less than half the team showed up.

Philadelphia earned the invitation to the White House by beating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, 40-22.

It was optional for Eagles players and staffers to attend. According to All City PHLY, 32 Eagles attended Monday's ceremony with President Donald Trump. Among the notable players missing, according to media reports, were quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts -- who it was confirmed by White House officials had a "scheduling conflict" -- wide receivers AJ Brown and DeVonta Smith, linebacker Zach Baun, defensive ends Brandon Graham and Josh Sweat and defensive tackle Jalen Carter.

Running back Saquon Barkley was there and golfed with Trump the previous day. He tried to fend off criticism on social media, posting "lol some people are really upset cause I played golfed and flew to the White House with the PRESIDENT. Maybe I just respect the office, not a hard concept to understand. Just golfed with Obama not too long ago ... and look forward to finishing my round with Trump! Now ya get out of my mentions with all this politics and have (an) amazing day."

Head coach Nick Sirianni and right tackle Lane Johnson led Trump to the stage with Dom DiSandro, the team's senior adviser to the general manager/chief security officer/director of gameday coaching operations, speaking first, followed by safety Reed Blankenship, Johnson, Sirianni and owner Jeffrey Lurie.

Trump praised Hurts, saying he's a "terrific guy and terrific player" and noted the "Eagles have turned out to be an incredible team, an incredible group."

The Eagles were just the second NFL team to visit the White House with Trump as president, the other being New England in 2017. Philadelphia won the Super Bowl the next season but after the vast majority of players indicated they wouldn't attend, Trump rescinded the invitation to the team.

"Today, the Eagles were honored to participate in the long-standing tradition of visiting the White House to celebrate our victory in Super Bowl LIX," Lurie said in a statement. "We are grateful for the hospitality we were extended and appreciate the opportunity to celebrate this special team alongside hundreds of fans that joined us on the South Lawn."

The team also visited Arlington National Cemetery.

"Our time in our nation's capital served as a great reminder of the core values that brought our team so close together -- sacrifice, selflessness and discipline," Lurie said.

Johnson, 28, had an official visit with the Browns earlier on Monday. The six-year veteran split the 2024 season with the Carolina Panthers, Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans.

Traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers to Carolina in March, Johnson got off to a strong start with 30 catches for 357 yards and three touchdowns in seven games. However, he was traded to the Ravens along with a 2025 sixth-round selection in exchange for Baltimore's fifth-round pick in this year's draft.

Johnson didn't make an impact with the Ravens, catching one pass for six yards in four games. He also was suspended for one game for refusing to play against the Philadelphia Eagles on Dec. 1.

Johnson was claimed off waivers by the Texans and appeared in one regular-season game, finishing with two catches for 12 yards. Playing just 15 snaps in a wild-card playoff win over the Los Angeles Chargers, he caught his only target for 12 yards and was subsequently waived.

His odd season continued when the Ravens claimed him off waivers on Jan. 15, the day after the Texans dropped him. Depending on the contract Johnson signs as an unrestricted free agent, Baltimore has a chance at landing a compensatory pick in next year's draft.

In six seasons, the 2019 third-round pick of the Steelers and 2021 Pro Bowl selection has 424 career receptions for 4,738 yards and 28 TDs in 89 regular-season games (75 starts) for the Steelers (2019-23), Panthers, Ravens and Texans.

Pickett's fifth-year club option would be worth $22.117 million, per Cleveland.com.

A first-round pick (20th overall) by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2022, Pickett was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles last March and spent the season as Jalen Hurts' backup. In five games (one start), Pickett completed 25 of 42 passes (59.5 percent) for 291 yards, two TDs and one interception.

In three seasons with the Steelers (2022-23) and Eagles, Pickett has 471 completions in 755 attempts (62.4 percent) for 4,765 yards, 15 TDs and 14 interceptions. He went 14-10 as a starter with Pittsburgh, then won his lone start of 2024 in place of an injured Hurts en route to a Super Bowl championship.

DIno Tomlin is the son of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin.

At 5-foot-11, 188 pounds, Dino Tomlin began his college career at Maryland, where he played 16 games from 2019-21. He caught three passes for 19 yards and mostly played on special teams.

He played in 35 games (five starts) in three seasons at Boston College (2022-24), totaling 37 receptions for 533 yards, a 13.8 average per catch and no scores. He played in 10 games (one start) as a graduate student in 2024 and made three catches for 40 yards.

The Browns accepted the intense spotlight that came with selecting Colorado's record-setting quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round. That was 50 picks after making Oregon's Dillon Gabriel the fifth quarterback off the board in the third round.

The rookies joined a crowded depth chart alongside veterans Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and Deshaun Watson.

Watson is in the equation by name only. He's expected to miss the 2025 season following a second Achilles injury, and Browns owner Jimmy Haslam recently acknowledged Watson's acquisition three years ago as a "big swing and miss."

So out of the four remaining quarterbacks, which one is best positioned to be under center when Cleveland kicks off its 2025 regular season?

DraftKings installed Pickett as the -110 favorite. The former first-round pick by Pittsburgh was acquired from Philadelphia earlier this offseason. He has 25 career starts, including one last year, and is still only 26 years old.

That's 14 years younger than Joe Flacco, who was signed a few weeks before the draft as somewhat of an insurance policy. He played last season in Indianapolis after coming off his couch to guide Cleveland to the playoffs in the 2023 season.

However, Flacco was installed as a +1500 longshot to open Week 1 as the Browns' starter following the draft.

Of more intrigue is that the sportsbook is offering far shorter odds on Sanders (+175) than Gabriel (+475) to start the opener.

Both enter the NFL with a wealth of experience at the college level.

Sanders, 23, was the sixth quarterback off the board despite being named a second-team All-American last season. He also had his jersey retired -- someone controversially -- by Colorado after finishing his college career by completing 70.1 percent of his passes for 14,347 yards, 134 touchdowns and just 27 interceptions in 50 games at Jackson State and Colorado.

Gabriel, who is a year older at 24, led Oregon to the College Football Playoffs last year after his own statistically packed time at Oklahoma. In all, he left college with 18,722 passing yards and an FBS/Division I-A record 155 touchdowns across six seasons with UCF (three), Oklahoma (two) and Oregon.

But the Browns did think enough of Sanders to trade the 166th and 192nd overall picks to move up to halt his unexpected freefall with the 144th pick.

How Cleveland establishes the pecking order -- and the plan -- for its quarterback competition entering training camp promises to be one of the offseason's juiciest storylines.

"Obviously, you may not divide (training camp reps) 25, 25, 25, 25, but we feel really confident that we'll have a plan that is fair to each player and fair to the team as well," Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said.

Manning was installed as the +200 favorite by DraftKings after the conclusion of the 2025 draft, which saw only two quarterbacks selected in the first round. Cam Ward went No. 1 overall to Tennessee, Jaxson Dart No. 25 to the New York Giants, and Tyler Shough to New Orleans with the 40th overall pick was the only other signal-caller to hear his name called in the top 90 selections.

The 2026 NFL Draft is expected to produce more elite quarterback talent. That begins with Manning, who was officially named the Longhorns' starter next season by coach Steve Sarkisian in February.

The next shortest odds to be selected No. 1 overall belong to a host of other quarterbacks: Penn State's Drew Allar (+225), LSU's Garrett Nussmeier (+450) and Clemson's Cade Klubnik (+1800). Klubnik's Tigers teammate, pass rusher T.J. Parker, is the first non-quarterback on the list as a +2500 longshot along with Auburn defensive end Keldric Faulk.

Despite his relative lack of experience, Manning has been targeted for NFL stardom for many years.

The oldest son of Cooper Manning, Arch is the nephew of long-time NFL stars Peyton and Eli Manning. Arch Manning developed into the No. 1 high school recruit in the country, and ultimately chose Texas.

Despite attempting passes in only six games last season, Manning's athleticism was on full display as Quinn Ewers' backup. In addition to completing 67.8 percent of his pass attempts for 9 touchdowns against 2 interceptions, Manning also rushed for 108 yards and four more scores on the ground.

Granted, there is still plenty of time for another quarterback or perceived generational talent to leapfrog Manning on the draft odds board. Consider that this time last year, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders was among the favorites to go No. 1 overall in 2025, only to see his stock plummet so far that he had to wait until the fifth round to hear his name called on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Sanders' Buffaloes teammate Travis Hunter continued to rise throughout last season. The two-way star emerged as the Heisman Trophy winner and Jacksonville paid a king's ransom to move up three spots to land Hunter.

1. QB Arch Manning, Texas

Junior in 2025

Bloodlines for days with a pair of uncles in Eli and Peyton who were drafted No. 1 and a grandpa picked No. 2 by the Saints in 1978, the cameo appearances we've witnessed at Texas point to potential greatness from the next Manning progeny. He's the best athlete of them all and shares the QB bloodhound instincts of his famous uncles with athletic traits reminiscent of grandpa Archie. Need we say more? Inexperience stands as the lone question. But we'll have an answer very soon as Arch Manning replaces Quinn Ewers in Austin. In a nutshell, he can make every throw and run a little, too.

2. S Caleb Downs, Ohio State

Junior in 2025

"Special" only starts to tell the story with Downs, our top-ranked defensive player in 2026 entering the upcoming season. We can keep up the talk about bloodlines with Downs, too. Dad, Gary, was a running back in the NFL. Caleb is the nephew of former NFL cornerback Dre Bly and younger brother of Colts WR Josh Downs. Caleb Downs transferred from Alabama after a standout freshman season to play at Ohio State. The do-it-all safety grabbed the spotlight. His football IQ and processing are uncanny. He can dominate in single-high with physicality and playmaking or win in the box. He's a potential top-5 pick.

3. OT Francis Mauigoa, Miami

Junior in 2025

Squarely built right tackle prospect with a blend of explosive power, body control and rare athleticism for a 6-foot-6, 320-pound force of nature. Former five-star recruit has met expectations since starting for the Hurricanes as a freshman. Coaches praise his drive, rapid development and attention to detail. If he's not the first offensive tackle selected with the No. 1 pick since Eric Fisher in 2013, we're positive he won't be waiting long.

4. DL T.J. Parker, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Menacing pass rusher (16.5 career sacks) ended the season with seven sacks in the Tigers' final six games. Parker gives the Tigers an anchor on one of the best defensive lines in the country. Had he been available in 2025, Parker would've been in the conversation as the top pass rusher in the draft. He should reign terror on opposing quarterbacks for years to come.

5. DL Rueben Bain Jr., Miami

Junior in 2025

Bain has 11 sacks in his first two seasons and didn't play four games last season because of a calf injury. His upside is undeniable and practice reps head-to-head with the top-ranked OT on this list won't hurt his development as a power end with potential to duck inside in some schemes.

6. Edge Keldric Faulk, Auburn

Junior in 2025

Cloaked in huge expectations and already a physically imposing monster for a defensive end, Faulk is listed at 6-6, 275, and is only 20 years old entering the college football season. He had 11 tackles for loss and seven sacks in 2024.

7. QB Garrett Nussmeier, LSU

Senior in 2025

Another Clipboard U graduate in the Southeastern Conference, Nussmeier waited for his opportunity for what seemed like ages at LSU. He'll be 24 in February 2026, which some teams might overplay as a downside. Most of them would've loved to have Nussmeier's predecessor, NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels in 2024.

8. CB Ashton Stamps, LSU

Junior in 2025

He's a do-it-all cornerback the Tigers trust on an island because of his ability to lock down any assignment. Excellent physicality and mirroring ability to handle press or man coverage with the speed and instincts to make plays in zone. Should be highly touted and climbs this list by simply maintaining current trajectory.

9. DT Peter Woods, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Another force up front for the Tigers, Woods played most of last season at defensive end and was unblockable at times. He weighs over 300 pounds but only the scale knows. Clemson uses him anywhere and everywhere on the front seven, underscoring rare athleticism at his size. His pro potential is through the roof. With Woods playing alongside T.J Parker., Clemson has one of the scariest tandems in football.

10. RB Nick Singleton, Penn State

Senior in 2025

Singleton could have been among the top three at running back in the 2025 draft had he declared, but he stayed to chase a championship. His combination of acceleration and power helps the Penn State offense thrive.

--A couple dozen more intriguing prospects we'll be studying before the 2026 draft:

DL Aaron Graves, Iowa

Senior in 2025

Film junkies should rewatch the Washington game from 2024. Strong and anchored in the lower half, his background in wrestling is evident in an uncanny ability to maintain ground. Add his name to the long list of hard-nosed and disciplined defenders out of Iowa City.

DT Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State

Redshirt Senior in 2025

Massive nose tackle prospect has production and athleticism to ace pre-draft tests. He contributes in the passing game, which means scheme diversity to be a fit for every team. With more refinement, Jackson has the traits to be a playmaker inside.

LB Harold Perkins, LSU

Senior in 2025

Undersized but scrappy player who can win as a pass rusher with the athleticism to make plays in space. One of the most dominant defenders in the FBS with a knack for making an impact. Coming off a torn ACL last season, he should be back healthy and dominant in 2025.

DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati

Redshirt junior in 2025

Google Corleone to confirm: his hulking arms are nearly the same circumference of his massive legs. Or ask Chat GTP to show you the strongest defensive tackle in college football. Corleone's name percolated with evaluators for a few years, but he returned to school rather than cash in a Top 100 spot in April. He's quick with superhero power -- squat is over 600 pounds and deadlift of 700 -- and he's faster than you think. Where does he fit in the NFL? Pro teams always check on serious medical matters and Corleone's blood clot diagnosis in June 2024 will be scrutinized by doctors.

CB Domani Jackson, Alabama

Senior in 2025

After two seasons at Southern California, one year at Alabama made a notable difference in Jackson's play. He has elite traits, high-caliber athleticism and could get even better with another year of development. Jackson has a chance to go from potential first-round pick to a possible top-10 selection.

DT Bear Alexander, Oregon

Junior in 2025

Georgia to USC to Oregon, Keithian Alexander -- known as Bear -- was largely in hibernation with the Trojans in 2024. A one-time top recruit, he's a pass-rushing defensive tackle with can't-lose traits in one-on-one matchups inside. He has a combination of size and athleticism to be a top-10 pick if he's locked in during the 2025 season, which will be his first at Oregon.

LB Sonny Styles, Ohio State

Senior in 2025

Safety convert added some weight and moved toward the line of scrimmage. Instinctual player with the speed to cover running backs and tight ends on passing downs. Fun chess piece could be dangerous as he advances technique-wise.

CB Tacario Davis, Washington

Senior in 2025

Arizona transfer with plenty of hype and three seasons as a starter for the Wildcats. Long-limbed and can erase receivers on the outside but isn't shy about moving over the middle.

QB LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina

Junior in 2025

If you don't know Sellers' name, it's time to get SEC Network. He has a rocket for a throwing arm and enough athletic ability to be much more as he enters his second season as a starter.

S Rod Moore, Michigan

Senior in 2025

If Moore had entered the 2025 draft, he'd likely would have squarely in the first-round conversation. Athletic and intelligent, he can drop down to cover in the slot and handle man responsibilities. High praise regarding his leadership and splash play ability comes from coaches and opponents. He'll have some proving to do after he was injured in 2024.

DE Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State

Senior in 2025

Dennis-Sutton opted to return in the role of Nittany Lions' star pass rusher. A great run defender with an impressive frame, he has power to get through any blocker. Dennis-Sutton will be out to prove he was more than a beneficiary of playing opposite 2024 No. 3 pick Abdul Carter.

CB Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State

Senior in 2025

A key piece of the Ohio State secondary in 2024, he also drew a whopping 13 penalties. Grabby corners get benched in the NFL. Igbinosun has the size, physicality and athleticism teams are looking for if he breaks the handsy habits.

QB Carson Beck, Miami

Grad transfer in 2025

Beck spent years behind 2023 fourth-rounder Stetson Bennett IV and took advantage of his opportunity as a starter before injuring his right elbow in the SEC title game. A modern-day pocket passer with good accuracy, quick release and instincts to anticipate windows, he'll keep himself in the draft mix if health isn't a setback.

WR Nic Anderson, LSU

Redshirt junior in 2025

Anderson was a stud as a freshman at Oklahoma with 10 TD catches. But he has only six starts (17 games) under his belt. A 6-4 target with a track background, he'll pair with a pro-caliber QB at LSU with a chance to prove his high ceiling and first-round projection.

TE Tanner Koziol, Wisconsin

Senior in 2025

Ball State transfer is built like a power forward with extremely long limbs. Exciting pass catcher with quick feet and solid awareness. Moving up in competition to the Big Ten will give him a chance to prove he's the top tight end in college football.

WR Antonio Williams, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Smooth route-runner with 17 career TD grabs. He opted to return for another season with Cade Klubnik.

RB Makhi Hughes, Oregon

Redshirt Junior in 2025

Hughes' choice to move up to Oregon from Tulane could make him a highly touted prospect as he replaces Jordan James. Great power and vision make him a true RB1.

DE Damon Wilson II, Missouri

Junior in 2025

Working rotationally at Georgia, Wilson opted to hit the portal after the 2024 season for a chance to be a primary defender in Missouri's pass rush. The versatile lineman can drop into coverage, set the edge, or break into the backfield on any given snap.

OG DJ Campbell, Texas

Senior in 2025

It was hard to acknowledge all the talent Texas had on the offensive line, but watch a few snaps and No. 52 stands out at right guard. Campbell has a great frame and body control to win at the point of attack and keep his jersey clean.

RB Anthony Hankerson, Oregon State

Senior in 2025

Hankerson is the ideal goal-line back. He runs with energy and contact balance reminiscent of Cowboys RB Javonte Williams.

S Michael Taaffe, Texas

Senior in 2025

An under-the-radar riser in 2024, Taaffe chose to return to the Longhorns to help the team's chances of claiming a national title. A former walk-on turned second-team All-American, his constant playmaking ability comes up big for the Longhorns.

LB Kyle Louis, Pitt

Junior in 2025

High-motor defender operates all over the field and always finds the football. Utilized as a pass rusher, run stopper, slot defender and much more and never looked out of place.

RB Eli Sanders, USC

Senior in 2025

Sanders lit up the competition at New Mexico and figures to do the same for the Trojans. He currently projects as a second- or third-round pick.

OG Ar'maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M

Senior in 2025

Great blend of flexibility and power to match speed or strength on the interior. Tremendous frame with excellent body control. Another year developing his technique could have Reed-Adams as one of the top guard prospects in the class.

TE Max Klare, Ohio State

Junior in 2025

Purdue transfer consistently found ways to contribute in the quick passing attack. With defenses looking to limit Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate downfield, Klare should see opportunities to produce underneath.

TE Oscar Delp, Georgia

Senior in 2025

Had high expectations entering 2024 but Brock Bowers left enormous shoes to fill. With another year as the lead guy and a new QB, Delp has the tools to emerge as a top-50 prospect.

Carr, 34, was a guest speaker in a preaching and teaching series at Church LV when he confirmed what Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis told reporters last week.

He began by talking about what God is doing in his life.

"Yes, I have to say this," Carr said. "I hate that I have to say this, but I have to say this. Yes, I have a shoulder injury, despite what ESPN says. And what some lady on a podcast might think, OK? I have an MRI report to prove it. The team knows about it. We've been in constant communication. There's nothing wrong. We're figuring it out, and we're gonna go forward with that. Is that OK?

"And I've been dealing with this, and I've been dealing with people lying about me and I've been dealing with them saying this and this and that, and I'm like, ‘Lord, why do I have to continue to deal with this nonsense? Like, what is going on?' And I said that to a preface with you never know what someone's really going through."

NFL Network broke the news earlier this month that Carr is currently dealing with a shoulder injury that could put his availability this fall in jeopardy. The outlet also reported that Carr is currently weighing different options, including shoulder surgery.

Loomis last week said the team is hoping to gain further clarity about the severity of the injury.

The Saints last month restructured Carr's contract to create $30.9 million in cap space.

The Saints drafted Tyler Shough in the second round of the NFL Draft on Friday night, making him the third quarterback selected. They also have Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener on the roster.

Carr, 34, is 14-13 as the starter in New Orleans over two seasons, though he was limited to 10 games in 2024 due to injuries.

Carr has thrown for 41,245 yards and 257 touchdowns against 112 interceptions for the Raiders (2014-22) and Saints. He's a four-time Pro Bowl selection, though not with the Saints, as he last made a Pro Bowl in 2022.

The Colorado quarterback, a projected top-five pick, eventually plummeted all the way to the fifth round.

Friday night's coverage of the second and third rounds averaged 7.4 million viewers, up 40 percent from 2024 according to Nielsen's fast national numbers.

That ranks second all-time for Day 2 draft coverage behind the 8.2 million viewers in 2020. The 2020 draft was an outlier, however, as it occurred amid the COVID-19 pandemic and was one of the few live sports telecasts in weeks.

Figures for the individual networks (ABC, ESPN2 and NFL Network) were not immediately available.

The 40-percent boost for Day 2 came after Thursday's first-round coverage saw an 11-percent jump over 2024.

The Cleveland Browns ended Sanders' long wait on Saturday, trading up to take the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year with the 144th overall pick.

The three-day draft drew 600,000 fans to Green Bay, second only to the 775,000 in downtown Detroit in 2024.

Adams, 29, recorded one sack and 14 tackles in 11 games with the Steelers last season.

He has 2.5 sacks and 123 tackles in 96 games (25 starts) with the Green Bay Packers (2017-20), New Orleans Saints (2021) and Steelers (2021-24).

Adams would have carried a $3.12 million cap hit for 2025, according to Spotrac.

Pittsburgh picked two defensive tackles in the 2025 draft, selecting Oregon's Derrick Harmon in the first round (21st overall) and Iowa's Yahya Black in the fifth round.

The Commanders and the District of Columbia have come to terms on an agreement, although specifics were not immediately announced. Previous reports floated a price tag of more than $3 billion.

The team is under contract to remain at its current home, Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., until the 2027 season but can stay longer pending a move. Commanders owner Josh Harris indicated previously that he wants the team in a new home by 2030.

The franchise, then known as the Redskins, played at RFK Stadium from 1961 to 1996. They won three Super Bowls in a 10-year span, ending with a 37-24 victory over the Buffalo Bills in 1992.

NBC4 television in Washington reported earlier this month that the team would pay as much as $2.5 billion, with the District of Columbia contributing $850 million. The D.C. Council would have to approve the use of taxpayer money, and its members have reportedly been at odds over whether to do so.

Demolition of RFK Stadium began in 2022.

Renfrow, 29, was out of the NFL last season after being released by the Raiders on March 13, 2024.

He made the Pro Bowl with 103 receptions for 1,038 yards and nine touchdowns in 2021 but played a diminished role the next two seasons with a combined 61 catches for 585 yards and two scores in 27 games.

Renfrow has 269 catches for 2,884 yards and 17 TDs in 73 games (23 starts) since the Raiders drafted him in the fifth round in 2019 out of Clemson, where he helped the Tigers win national championships in the 2016 and 2018 seasons.

The Panthers' depth at wide receiver includes veteran Adam Thielen, Jalen Coker, 2024 first-round pick Xavier Legette and the No. 8 overall pick in Thursday's draft, Tetairoa McMillan.

The Jaguars didn't divulge terms but ESPN reported the veteran pass rusher landed a one-year deal worth up to $5 million.

Ogbah, 31, has 47.5 career sacks in 123 games (87 starts) over the past nine seasons. He recorded his career best of nine sacks in back-to-back seasons (2020 and 2021) for the Miami Dolphins.

Last season, Ogbah had 49 tackles, five sacks and one forced fumble in 16 games (all starts) in his fifth and final season with Miami.

Ogbah was a second-round pick in 2016 by the Cleveland Browns after playing collegiately at Oklahoma State. He spent three seasons with the Browns and one with the Kansas City Chiefs before joining the Dolphins as a free agent.

Overall, Ogbah has 50 tackles for loss and 112 quarterback hits. He has 317 tackles, nine forced fumbles and four fumble recoveries.

Ogbah joins a Jacksonville front line that includes two-time Pro Bowler Josh Hines-Allen (53 career sacks) and 2022 No. 1 overall draft pick Travon Walker (team-high 10.5 sacks last season).

A brief video posted on social media showed Sanders taking a call from someone claiming to be Saints general manager Mickey Loomis.

"How you doing, man?" the caller asked.

"Good," Sanders responded. "Been waiting on you."

The caller claims the Saints will take him with their next pick, then suggests Sanders is "gonna have to wait a little bit longer." After the call ends, Sanders appears uncertain about what just transpired.

The second-team All-American wound up waiting until the fifth round, when the Cleveland Browns drafted him with the 144th pick overall.

The primary question is how the caller obtained Sanders' private number. He had just received the phone from Boost Mobile on behalf of the league -- and only NFL personnel were supposed to have his number.

Not that Sanders seemed too concerned.

"It didn't really have an impact on me," Sanders told reporters Saturday. "... I think of course it was childish. Of course, I feel like it was a childish act, but everybody does childish things here and there."

Sanders was not the only 2025 NFL Draft prospect who received a prank call. Fox Sports reported that Penn State tight end Tyler Warren received a call several picks before he was selected 14th overall by the Indianapolis Colts.

If that name sounds familiar, well, it should.

Muhsin Muhammad, his father, ranks second in the franchise's history in catches (696), receiving yards (9,255) and receiving touchdowns (50) while playing for the Panthers from 1996-2004. The two-time Pro Bowl selection also was the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award recipient for 1999.

The younger Muhammad totaled 81 catches for 1,163 yards and 12 touchdowns during four seasons with Texas A&M.

He joins a wide receiver room that includes Tetairoa McMillan, who was selected by Carolina with the eighth overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft out of Arizona. The Panthers also picked Colorado receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. in the sixth round.

Maybe the March for Arch will be fruitful, bringing fortune to an NFL team that flops early and never recovers in 2025.

Arch Manning is the No. 1-ranked player projected to be available in the 2026 draft next April. But the spring preseason draft board and the version nailed down approximately 11 months from now won't be carbon copies.

Not only is Manning a massive projection given his relative inexperience, there is more than enough time for another quarterback -- or playmaker, a la Travis Hunter -- to emerge as the best of the Class of 2026.

Here are names to know entering the 2025 college football season:

1. QB Arch Manning, Texas

Junior in 2025

Bloodlines for days with a pair of uncles in Eli and Peyton who were drafted No. 1 and a grandpa picked No. 2 by the Saints in 1978, the cameo appearances we've witnessed at Texas point to potential greatness from the next Manning progeny. He's the best athlete of them all and shares the QB bloodhound instincts of his famous uncles with athletic traits reminiscent of grandpa Archie. Need we say more? Inexperience stands as the lone question. But we'll have an answer very soon as Arch Manning replaces Quinn Ewers in Austin. In a nutshell, he can make every throw and run a little, too.

2. S Caleb Downs, Ohio State

Junior in 2025

"Special" only starts to tell the story with Downs, our top-ranked defensive player in 2026 entering the upcoming season. We can keep up the talk about bloodlines with Downs, too. Dad, Gary, was a running back in the NFL. Caleb is the nephew of former NFL cornerback Dre Bly and younger brother of Colts WR Josh Downs. Caleb Downs transferred from Alabama after a standout freshman season to play at Ohio State. The do-it-all safety grabbed the spotlight. His football IQ and processing are uncanny. He can dominate in single-high with physicality and playmaking or win in the box. He's a potential top-5 pick.

3. OT Francis Mauigoa, Miami

Junior in 2025

Squarely built right tackle prospect with a blend of explosive power, body control and rare athleticism for a 6-6, 320-pound force of nature. Former five-star recruit has met expectations since starting for the Hurricanes as a freshman. Coaches praise his drive, rapid development and attention to detail. If he's not the first offensive tackle selected with the No. 1 pick since Eric Fisher in 2013, we're positive he won't be waiting long.

4. DL T.J. Parker, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Menacing pass rusher (16.5 career sacks) ended the season with seven sacks in the Tigers' final six games. Parker gives the Tigers an anchor on one of the best defensive lines in the country. Had he been available in 2025, Parker would've been in the conversation as the top pass rusher in the draft. He should reign terror on opposing quarterbacks for years to come.

5. DL Rueben Bain Jr., Miami

Junior in 2025

Bain has 11 sacks in his first two seasons and didn't play four games last season because of a calf injury. His upside is undeniable and practice reps head-to-head with the top-ranked OT on this list won't hurt his development as a power end with potential to duck inside in some schemes.

6. Edge Keldric Faulk, Auburn

Junior in 2025

Cloaked in huge expectations and already a physically imposing monster for a defensive end, Faulk is listed at 6-6, 275, and is only 20 years old entering the college football season. He had 11 tackles for loss and seven sacks in 2024.

7. QB Garrett Nussmeier, LSU

Senior in 2025

Another Clipboard U graduate in the Southeastern Conference, Nussmeier waited for his opportunity for what seemed like ages at LSU. He'll be 24 in February 2026, which some teams might overplay as a downside. Most of them would've loved to have Nussmeier's predecessor, NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels in 2024. He turns 25 in December.

8. CB Ashton Stamps, LSU

Junior in 2025

He's a do-it-all cornerback the Tigers trust on an island because of his ability to lock down any assignment. Excellent physicality and mirroring ability to handle press or man coverage with the speed and instincts to make plays in zone. Should be highly touted and climbs this list by simply maintaining current trajectory.

9. DT Peter Woods, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Another force up front for the Tigers, Woods played most of last season at defensive end and was unblockable at times. He weighs over 300 pounds but only the scale knows. Clemson uses him anywhere and everywhere on the front seven, underscoring rare athleticism at his size. His pro potential is through the roof. With Woods playing alongside T.J Parker., Clemson has one of the scariest tandems in football.

10. RB Nick Singleton, Penn State

Senior in 2025

Singleton could have been among the top three at running back in the 2025 draft had he declared, but he stayed to chase a championship. His combination of acceleration and power helps the Penn State offense thrive.

--Here's a couple of dozen more intriguing prospects we'll be studying before the 2026 draft:

DL Aaron Graves, Iowa

Senior in 2025

Film junkies should rewatch the Washington game from 2024. Strong and anchored in the lower half, his background in wrestling is evident in an uncanny ability to maintain ground. Add his name to the long list of hard-nosed and disciplined defenders out of Iowa City.

DT Darrell Jackson Jr., Florida State

Redshirt Senior in 2025

Massive nose tackle prospect has production and athleticism to ace pre-draft tests. He contributes in the passing game, which means scheme diversity to be a fit for every team. With more refinement, Jackson has the traits to be a playmaker inside.

LB Harold Perkins, LSU

Senior in 2025

Undersized but scrappy player who can win as a pass rusher with the athleticism to make plays in space. One of the most dominant defenders in the FBS with a knack for making an impact. Coming off of a torn ACL last season, he should be back healthy and dominant in 2025.

DT Dontay Corleone, Cincinnati

Redshirt junior in 2025

Google Corleone to confirm: his hulking arms are nearly the same circumference of his massive legs. Or ask Chat GTP to show you the strongest defensive tackle in college football. Corleone's name percolated with evaluators for a few years, but he returned to school rather than cash in a Top 100 spot in April. He's quick with superhero power -- squat is over 600 pounds and deadlift of 700 -- and he's faster than you think. Where does he fit in the NFL? Pro teams always check on serious medical matters and Corleone's blood clot diagnosis in June 2024 will be scrutinized by doctors.

CB Domani Jackson, Alabama

Senior in 2025

After two seasons at Southern California, one year at Alabama made a notable difference in Jackson's play. He has elite traits, high-caliber athleticism and could get even better with another year of development. Jackson has a chance to go from potential first-round pick to a possible top-10 selection.

DT Bear Alexander, Oregon

Junior in 2025

Georgia to USC to Oregon, Keithian Alexander -- known as Bear -- was largely in hibernation with the Trojans in 2024. A one-time top recruit, he's a pass-rushing defensive tackle with can't-lose traits in one-on-one matchups inside. He has a combination of size and athleticism to be a top-10 pick if he's locked in during the 2025 season, which will be his first at Oregon.

LB Sonny Styles, Ohio State

Senior in 2025

Safety convert added some weight and moved toward the line of scrimmage. Instinctual player with the speed to cover running backs and tight ends on passing downs. Fun chess piece could be dangerous as he advances technique-wise.

CB Tacario Davis, Washington

Senior in 2025

Arizona transfer with plenty of hype and three seasons as a starter for the Wildcats. Long-limbed and can erase receivers on the outside but isn't shy about moving over the middle.

QB LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina

Junior in 2025

If you don't know Sellers' name, it's time to get SEC Network. He has a rocket for a throwing arm and enough athletic ability to be much more as he enters his second season as a starter.

S Rod Moore, Michigan

Senior in 2025

If Moore had entered the 2025 draft, he'd likely would have squarely in the first-round conversation. Athletic and intelligent, he can drop down to cover in the slot and handle man responsibilities. High praise regarding his leadership and splash play ability comes from coaches and opponents. He'll have some proving to do after he was injured in 2024.

DE Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State

Senior in 2025

Dennis-Sutton opted to return in the role of Nittany Lions' star pass rusher. A great run defender with an impressive frame, he has power to get through any blocker. Dennis-Sutton will be out to prove he was more than a beneficiary of playing opposite 2024 No. 3 pick Abdul Carter.

CB Davison Igbinosun, Ohio State

Senior in 2025

A key piece of the Ohio State secondary in 2024, he also drew a whopping 13 penalties. Grabby corners get benched in the NFL. Igbinosun has the size, physicality and athleticism teams are looking for if he breaks the handsy habits.

QB Carson Beck, Miami

Grad transfer in 2025

Beck spent years behind 2023 fourth-rounder Stetson Bennett IV and took advantage of his opportunity as a starter before injuring his right elbow in the SEC title game. A modern-day pocket passer with good accuracy, quick release and instincts to anticipate windows, he'll keep himself in the draft mix if health isn't a setback.

WR Nic Anderson, LSU

Redshirt junior in 2025

Anderson was a stud as a freshman at Oklahoma with 10 TD catches. But he has only six starts (17 games) under his belt. A 6-foot-4 target with a track background, he'll pair with a pro-caliber QB at LSU with a chance to prove his high ceiling and first-round projection.

TE Tanner Koziol, Wisconsin

Senior in 2025

Ball State transfer is built like a power forward with extremely long limbs. Exciting pass catcher with quick feet and solid awareness. Moving up in competition to the Big Ten will give him a chance to prove he's the top tight end in college football.

WR Antonio Williams, Clemson

Junior in 2025

Smooth route-runner with 17 career TD grabs. He opted to return for another season with Cade Klubnik.

RB Makhi Hughes, Oregon

Redshirt Junior in 2025

Hughes' choice to move up to Oregon from Tulane could make him a highly touted prospect as he replaces Jordan James. Great power and vision make him a true RB1.

DE Damon Wilson II, Missouri

Junior in 2025

Working rotationally at Georgia, Wilson opted to hit the portal after the 2024 season for a chance to be a primary defender in Missouri's pass rush. The versatile lineman can drop into coverage, set the edge, or break into the backfield on any given snap.

OG DJ Campbell, Texas

Senior in 2025

It was hard to acknowledge all the talent Texas had on the offensive line, but watch a few snaps and No. 52 stands out at right guard. Campbell has a great frame and body control to win at the point of attack and keep his jersey clean.

RB Anthony Hankerson, Oregon State

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Hankerson is the ideal goal-line back. He runs with energy and contact balance reminiscent of Cowboys RB Javonte Williams.

S Michael Taaffe, Texas

Senior in 2025

An under-the-radar riser in 2024, Taaffe chose to return to the Longhorns to help the team's chances of claiming a national title. A former walk-on turned second-team All-American, his constant playmaking ability comes up big for the Longhorns.

LB Kyle Louis, Pitt

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High-motor defender operates all over the field and always finds the football. Utilized as a pass rusher, run stopper, slot defender and much more and never looked out of place.

RB Eli Sanders, USC

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Sanders lit up the competition at New Mexico and figures to do the same for the Trojans. He currently projects as a second- or third-round pick.

OG Ar'maj Reed-Adams, Texas A&M

Senior in 2025

Great blend of flexibility and power to match speed or strength on the interior. Tremendous frame with excellent body control. Another year developing his technique could have Reed-Adams as one of the top guard prospects in the class.

TE Max Klare, Ohio State

Junior in 2025

Purdue transfer consistently found ways to contribute in the quick passing attack. With defenses looking to limit Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate downfield, Klare should see opportunities to produce underneath.

TE Oscar Delp, Georgia

Senior in 2025

Had high expectations entering 2024 but Brock Bowers left enormous shoes to fill. With another year as the lead guy and a new QB, Delp has the tools to emerge as a top-50 prospect.

Grade: B+

Best Pick: QB Cameron Ward, No. 1 Overall

What We Liked: An all-around good draft for the Titans, who are putting together a crack offense in an attempt to actually win some games this year. Ward was the clear QB1 this year. His confidence and ability to handle lots of responsibilities will make the lives of his coordinators easier. Wide receiver Elic Ayomanor (No. 136) and tight end Gunnar Helm (No. 120) will be great support for Ward and provide reliable hands to help him get his rhythm going at the professional level. Safety Kevin Winston Jr. (No. 82) headlines the defensive picks for me. Though he was injured last year, he gave his all in 2023 and kept a day three slot because of it.

Not Sure About: I'm still not convinced Oluwafemi Oladejo (No. 52) is a real edge rusher. He just feels like a square peg being pushed into a round hole. I've mentioned the idea of "positionless defenses" but this guy has a position: It's just not the one he's playing at the moment. It also felt like a stretch to take wide receiver Chimere Dike (No. 103) in the fourth round, another speedster who does not do a lot else to provide value to the team.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Grade: B

Best Pick: CB/WR Travis Hunter, No. 2 Overall

What We Liked: That Travis Hunter trade was incredible. Getting two top-end weapons for the price of one is worth any amount of pick capital you have to pay to get up there. James Gladstone is making an incredible splash in his first year as a general manager with this trade and did lots of draft maneuvering that worked to his advantage. The pickup of guard Wyatt Milum (No. 89) solidifies the offensive line well, and running back Bhayshul Tuten (No. 104) should be a really strong dynamic duo with Tank Bigsby to take pressure off Trevor Lawrence.

Not Sure About: Hmm, lots of announcing guys who aren't going to play the

position they did in college, shifting over to somewhere else. Caleb Ransaw (No. 88) played all slot corner last year and is looking to be used at safety; Jalen McLeod (No. 194) got announced as a linebacker when his natural fit is as an edge rusher; and Milum is likely shifting from tackle to guard. If these guys don't do well at their next position, the Jaguars' depth class is pretty much toast.

New York Giants

Grade: C-

Best Pick: Edge Abdul Carter, No. 3 Overall

What we liked: Carter is a great player. Pairing him with Brian Burns will turn a middling edge rusher unit into a force to be reckoned with. Focusing on the defensive trenches was a good decision for the Giants, who despite having lots of talent, really only felt like they were getting halfway decent results. Picking up defensive tackle Darius Alexander (No. 65) to supplement Dexter Lawrence should play out well, too. That defense could easily become a top-10 unit next year with the added talent.

Not Sure About: I know when you see a guy who could be a franchise quarterback on the board, you should do anything to get him, but is Jaxson Dart (No. 25) really that guy? Not only did the Giants take a quarterback propped up by an incredibly friendly system, they traded up to get him. After the first read, Dart often crumbled. I'm not sure I can see a world where Dart takes the Giants any further than Daniel Jones did. At least Jones could push the ball all the way downfield.

New England Patriots

Grade: A+

Best Pick: C Jared Wilson, No. 95 Overall

What We Liked: Lots of rock-solid picks building in Mike Vrabel's first year as the head coach. The offensive line is molding into more of a unit than a

series of disparate parts, the Patriots have a new running back in TreVeyon

Henderson (No. 38) who can hopefully carry the workload. Wide receiver Kyle Williams (No. 69) gives quarterback Drake Maye one more weapon. This feels like a draft driven by logic and smart team-building.

Not Sure About: It was a little early for safety Craig Woodson (No. 106) for my liking. Woodson has trouble run-stopping and struck me as more of a developmental player than a solution to a safety problem. Other than that, nothing to complain about.

Cleveland Browns:

Grade: B

Best Pick: Harold Fannin Jr., No. 67 Overall

What We Liked: Lots of talented guys made their way onto the Browns roster through this class. It's a very productive group that isn't lacking in potential. Defensive tackle Mason Graham (No. 5) plays with a fury that should scare opponents, the new running back duo of Quinshon Judkins (No. 36) and Dylan Sampson (No. 126) has a lot of athleticism and should create a nice one-two punch. Fannin adds a dynamic weapon to the receiving corps that can be used in a wealth of ways. The support system for whoever is playing quarterback is going to be boosted.

Not Sure About: There's an old adage that if you have two quarterbacks, you have no quarterbacks. Forcing a Dillon Gabriel (No. 94) vs. Shedeur Sanders (No. 144) quarterback competition seems like a move that will ultimately cause distractions. It's classic Browns, never able to quite solve the quarterback problem as they intend to, and always with more drama than necessary. Carson Schwesinger (No. 33) also got taken a little early for my liking, but the value at linebacker in the second round wasn't there for anyone.

Las Vegas Raiders:

Grade: A+

Best Pick: RB Ashton Jeanty, No. 6 Overall

What We Liked: The Raiders got a blue-chip guy at six, hard to argue with

that. Jeanty is a big-time impact player for a team that never really had an

offense that chugged. However, one great pick does not make an A+ draft

class. The Raiders knocked it out of the park with virtually every pick. Their

new wide receiver room combines high-floor prospects like Jack Bech (No. 58) with big-upside swings like Dont'e Thornton Jr. (No. 108). Their two offensive linemen picks are both big-time athletes who could start early. Darien Porter (No. 68) may be old for a draft pick, but he's the perfect Pete Carroll corner. Raiders fans, get excited.

Not Sure About: The two late defensive tackle picks don't really have any

special skills and have limited upside. I would expect them to be rotational

players at best. If JJ Pegues (No. 180) starts getting reps at fullback, then get worried about these being wasted picks. I personally would have added a safety earlier, but that's a nitpick on a top-tier draft class.

New York Jets

Grade: B

Best Pick: OT Armand Membou, No. 7 Overall

What We Liked: The Jets hit home runs with their first three selections. Membou can bring his athleticism to an offensive line that really needed only one more piece and create a rushing powerhouse for quarterback Justin Fields and running back Breece Hall. Tight end Mason Taylor (No. 42) sets Fields up with a quick dump-off weapon and with with good run-after-catch ability. Cornerback Azareye'h Thomas (No. 73) does great work in both zone and man and should quickly become part of the rotation. It's now up to the free agent class to make it work.

Not Sure About: The day three selections were nothing to write home about. Wide receiver Arian Smith (No. 110) is very fast, but when it's not game-breaking and it's your main trait, it's hard to be too impressed. Safety Malachi Moore is also a good athlete, but he doesn't quite have the mental finesse to keep pass-catchers in his view consistently. Linebacker Francisco Mauigoa (No. 162) is good, but where will he play?

Carolina Panthers

Grade: B+

Best Pick: Edge Nic Scourton, No. 51 Overall

What We Liked: Getting two edge rushers (Scourton and Princely Umanmielen at No. 77) feels like a great maneuver to fill out the room. Especially adding Scourton to the mix, a crazy good power rusher whose hands will make waste to offensive lines across the southeast. The Panthers hit on all of their day three picks as well, especially Lathan Ransom (No. 122) and Cam Jackson (No. 140), who can make an immediate impact at safety and nose tackle. The depth on the team just got a lot stronger.

Not Sure About: It feels like the Panthers already have a lot of tall wideouts who can't really separate consistently. Tetairoa McMillan (No. 8) does not add much to the room that quarterback Bryce Young doesn't already have. Umanmielen doesn't move me as an edge rusher, and while he isn't a bad value in the third round, it doesn't strengthen their bid for the NFC South. Running back might have been a higher priority.

New Orleans Saints

Grade: D

Best Pick: OT Kelvin Banks, No. 9 Overall

What We Liked: Banks is a good tackle who fits the mauling mold the Saints seem to look for. He feels a lot like Trevor Penning, but with more experience facing NFL talent and less frenzy. Jonas Sanker (No. 93) can fill a safety slot once their older guys age out, and he's versatile enough where you can evaluate his strengths and slot a new guy in next to him pretty easily. Quincy Riley (No. 131) adds some speed to the cornerback room.

Not Sure About: Taking Tyler Shough (No. 40) is just begging to have the Brandon Weeden experience for yourself. If this is your plan at quarterback, you'll be taking another big swing in 2026. It's not like they have given him any support this year either. If the Saints had given him an earlier wideout, then perhaps it could be fine, but if the injuries return, it honestly could be an 0-17 season.

Chicago Bears:

Grade: A-

Best Pick: OT Ozzy Trapilo, No. 56 Overall

What We Liked: The Bears kept a good balance of need and overall player

value for much of the draft. Starting off with tight end Colston Loveland (No. 10) was a welcome surprise, as much of the buzz was around the inferior (sorry) Tyler Warren. Continuing to support Caleb Williams, the next two picks were another weapon in wide receiver Luther Burden III, who can really cook with the ball in his hands, and added protection from Trapilo. Their defensive picks mostly landed as well with defensive tackle Shemar Turner (No. 62) and cornerback Zah Frazier (No. 169) being high-floor prospects with decent athleticism and physicality.

Not Sure About: That pick of linebacker Ruben Hyppolite (No. 132) was an insane miscue. It was sort of like acing a history test and then writing gibberish on one of the essay questions. Does anyone outside of the Maryland fan base and obsessive pro day watchers like myself even know who Hyppolite is? Surely they could have gotten him later. The Bears don't even really need a linebacker, which means they must have really loved this guy. Very odd pick from an otherwise very logical set of selections.

San Francisco 49ers:

Grade: C

Best Pick: LB Nick Martin, No. 75 Overall

What We Liked: Coach Mike Shanahan found some very good value outside of the first round. Martin was vastly underrated after getting injured early in the season, but he should bring sideline-to-sideline range that he couples with great instincts. Jordan Watkins (No. 138) has WR1 upside but at the very least projects as a WR2 for the offense. He was almost an Emeka Egbuka type in college who kept getting pushed by really impressive talents and not given a chance to shine.

Not Sure About: The first two rounds made me shrug. Edge Mykel Williams (11) is better on paper than on the field, but this isn't a Strat-O-Matic game. Defensive tackle Alfred Collins (43) doesn't have the strength or agility to be a game-wrecker, so the whole defensive line feels stagnant. There's still a glaring hole at offensive tackle that needs more capital investment.

Dallas Cowboys:

Grade: C+

Best Pick: CB Shavon Revel Jr., No. 76 Overall

What We Liked: The Revel pick was impressive value for the spot. The once-incredible Cowboys cornerback room took a major step back, and Ravel should be able to make it afloat again. Guard Tyler Booker (No. 12) is a really good player who fits with the scheme of the Cowboys with his overwhelming power profile. The Cowboys addressed the majority of their needs and at least should have new competition at the spot.

Not Sure About: Can edge Donovan Ezeiruaku (No. 44) keep up his high production in the pros when he's at an athletic disadvantage? The value is better in the second than his first-round projection, but it still is a worrying projection. Running back Jaydon Blue does not seem equipped to take on a bell cow role and feels like more of a special teams add.

Miami Dolphins:

Grade: C

Best Pick: DT Kenneth Grant, No. 13 Overall

What We Liked: Effort was made to replace the big-time players who have

left Miami for greener pastures. Grant is clearly meant to be the

next force up the middle, similar to how Christian Wilkins operated for the

Dolphins, and safety Dante Trader Jr. (No. 155) is kind of like if you got Jevon Holland from the 99-cent store: lots of strong play with a much lower paycheck attached. Guard Jonah Savaiinaea (No. 37) feels like one more step in the right direction to fixing an offensive line that has led to Tua Tagovailoa concussions. The needs are being addressed.

Not Sure About: Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips (No. 143) was a prospect that got first-round hype early in the cycle, but that tapered off when everyone realized that rumors of his athleticism were greatly exaggerated. Even the fifth round feels out of the range I would want someone of his production caliber. Cornerback Jason Marshall Jr. (No. 150) is a similar former high-upside project player who just never did much of anything. Miami needs some players who can actually make an impact --

outside of their offense, they lack star power.

Indianapolis Colts

Grade: B+

Best Pick: RB DJ Giddens, No. 151 Overall

What We Liked: The Chris Ballard strategy of taking exclusively pure athletes seems to have cooled off, as now Ballard is taking guys who also play good football. After a few years of middling draft classes, this is a group of guys you can feel confident in. Tight end Tyler Warren (No. 14) will provide more ways to ease Anthony Richardson's quarterback responsibilities, and edge JT Tuimoloau (No. 45) and cornerback Justin Walley (No. 80) are good enough athletes but really excel in technical skill. The best pick, though, is Giddens in the fifth round. He has a balanced skill set that could make him a great supplement to Jonathan Taylor and even potentially be a full-time starter.

Not Sure About: Tim Smith seems to have been picked because he's an Alabama defensive tackle. Really just another body for that rotation. I'm not

in love with the Warren pick, either. As dynamic as he was at the

college level, I'm not sure an offense can really be built around him in the pros without his athletic limitations showing through. Adding Riley Leonard (No. 189) to the quarterback room when he mostly just runs feels underwhelming for a team that's sorely missing an actual passer.

Atlanta Falcons

Grade: B-

Best Pick: S Xavier Watts, No. 96 Overall

What we liked: The selections were impressive values in comparison to consensus. Edge Jalon Walker (No. 15) was seen by many as a potential top 10 pick thanks to his explosive nature; the testing numbers of edge James Pearce Jr. (No. 26) make his potential impressive, and getting Watts at the back half of day two after a slide could change their secondary. The values on these guys was impressive, and the Falcons betting on upside is a great choice in a weak division where any team could cement itself as the front-runner for the next five years. If these players pan out along with quarterback Michael Penix Jr., they could be a perennial playoff team.

Not Sure About: Trading up with a future first-round pick for a player at a position you already took in the top 15 feels like a poor use of resources. That defensive line certainly needed sprucing up, but it only matters so much if they're not getting any interior pressure, and they certainly did not invest in defensive tackle as many expected. Not only that, they doubled up on doubling up. They took two safeties too! There are more holes on the roster than that! Solve your other problems!

Arizona Cardinals

Grade: A

Best Pick: CB Will Johnson, No. 47 Overall

What We Liked: Everything. The Cardinals went for the best football player available at every turn, from ending the surprising fall to the second round for cornerback Will Johnson (No. 47) to their first pick of Walter Nolen (No. 16), who got some of the best production of any defensive tackle in the SEC.

Even their day two and three selections were great choices, taking edge Jordan Burch (No. 78), who performed admirably at Oregon, and Cody Simon (No. 115), who led the linebacker corps for Ohio State. I had Burch as a top 50 guy, and Simon as one of the most underrated linebackers in the class. It solves a lot of problems for them very quickly.

Not Sure About: While these picks are great value, they all come with some caveats. Nolen has alleged character issues, Johnson has some grievous medical history, and Burch could accurately be described as a tweener. Plus, some earlier help for quarterback Kyler Murray would have been nice.

Cincinnati Bengals

Grade: B-

Best Pick: Edge Shemar Stewart, No. 17 Overall

What We Liked: Stewart has an impressive physical profile that should pair well with Trey Hendrickson coming off the line. The Bengals need a big splash after stagnating after their Super Bowl run, and they need more than a firecracker offense to get closer to the playoffs next year. Even their offensive additions should help keep Burrow stable, with guard Dylan Fairchild No. 81) as a high-floor guard prospect who has lots of experience. Linebacker Barrett Carter (No. 119) feels like a potential steal as well.

Not Sure About: Two linebackers feels like a bit much considering Germaine Pratt is a decent starter, although Pratt has requested a trade. Especially since I'm not sold on Demetrius Knight Jr. (No. 49), who was a late bloomer at South Carolina and does not appear to have much more room to grow as a player. Fairchild is a solid interior lineman, but he doesn't project to be a long-term starter and may just continue the revolving door for the Bengals.

Seattle Seahawks

Grade: A-

Best Pick: S Nick Emmanwori, No. 35 Overall

What We Liked: Lots of jumping on the fallers, a strategy that will always get my approval. Emmanwori and tight end Elijah Arroyo (No. 50) specifically feel like players who fell more based on happenstance than actual inferior play. I like this as a landing spot for quarterback Jalen Milroe, too (No. 92) -- give him a chance to learn behind Sam Darnold and get up to speed with NFL play, hopefully allow him to reach that untapped upside everyone was excited about. Getting guard Grey Zabel at No. 18 also feels like a good move for a team that was putting out turnstiles on the interior.

Not Sure About: I don't feel particularly confident in most of the Day 3 flyers, even wide receiver Tory Horton, who was once considered a Day 2 guy. It feels like he's a really big injury risk. The others just aren't particularly talented, with tight end Robbie Ouzts (No. 39) and defensive tackle Rylie Mills (No. 142) being the least interesting of the bunch, two guys who have the build of NFL players but not really the skills to back it up. I don't have confidence in any of these guys to be regular contributors.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Grade: A-

Best Pick: CB Jacob Parrish, No. 84 Overall

What We Liked: The Buccaneers are really ready to fix what didn't work for them last year, investing heavily in a barren cornerback room and new edge rotational players. Cornerback Benjamin Morrison (No. 53) and Parrish could be a scary duo on the outside and slot, respectively. Emeka Egbuka (No. 19) brings a young face to an aging wide receiver room and could easily become the next Chris Godwin.

Not Sure About: Edge David Walker (No. 121) does not have extensive FBS experience and did not shine at the all-star games, so it feels like a major projection to picture him sticking around as a continuous edge rusher. Could an earlier edge pick and a later wideout selection have set the 49ers up more for immediate success? It's something to think about for sure. They need only so much from Egbuka considering the capital they spent.

Denver Broncos

Grade: C

Best Pick: CB Jahdae Barron, No. 20 Overall

What We Liked: Barron is a stud. His extreme versatility along with high-end tackling skills and coverage ability should make him a cornerstone of that defense for a while. In an era that's shifting more toward the idea of "positionless football," the Broncos are charging forward into the future with a defensive back that is the shining example of that philosophy. I also think edge Sai'vion Jones (No. 101) could work in quickly as a third pass rusher.

Not Sure About: In theory, adding a couple skill players for Bo Nix should work for Denver, but these guys don't have the juice. Running back RJ Harvey (No. 60) does not have a standout trait and plays slower than his tested speed. Spending a second-round pick on a guy who doesn't elevate your running back room is a problem. Wide receiver Pat Bryant (No. 74) feels like a guy head coach Sean Payton over-drafted for his blocking ability, but in the third round, it feels like he should have focused on players that can also catch and run with the ball.

Pittsburgh Steelers

Grade: C-

Best Pick: DT Derrick Harmon, No. 21 overall

What We Liked: Lots of big, strong men in this draft. Harmon and Yahya Black (No. 164) shore up the defensive tackle room, giving quick fixes to one-tech and three-tech, hopefully opening up edge rusher T.J. Watt and linebacker Alex Highsmith to converting even more pressures into sacks. Kaleb Johnson (No. 83) feels like he provides the strength and vision coach Mike Tomlin loves from his running backs that he wasn't getting from Najee Harris. The traits are there that we associate with the Steelers, and it seems like the team has found guys that fit their standards.

Not Sure About: This draft feels like it does not solve the Steelers' problems. It's one thing to tap out on quarterback despite having many chances to add a starting-level body to the room (see Shedeur Sanders), but to not add competition at nickel or another pass-catcher until well into day three feels like the team took "take the best player available" just a little too far. The organization lost sight of what was necessary by chasing gritty strength guys and lacked finesse. Do they really need edge Jack Sawyer (No. 123)?

Los Angeles Chargers

Grade: B

Best Pick: WR Tre Harris, No. 55 Overall

What We Liked: The Chargers picked up lots of talented players. The selection of running back Omario Hampton (No. 22) should help the Chargers offense play more toward Jim Harbaugh's strengths as a coordinator who loves to pound the rock. Harris helps build out a wide receiver room for quarterback Justin Herbert, who I'm sure has been worried about a lack of support. The defensive line adds bring a

really high floor and good power profile to the defense that can hopefully

help the Chargers force more teams to lose yards instead of giving them

time to dink and dunk all over them.

Not Sure About: They have a lot of players I like, but no one in particular I

love. It feels like the Chargers have collected a bunch of low-end starters

here, but no stars that are going to truly elevate the team to the next level.

Edge Kyle Kennard (No. 125), defensive tackle Jamaree Caldwell (No. 86) and Harris all don't really have the athletic juice to be game-breakers, and Harris seems more and more injured every season. Can Hampton's lack of creativity survive behind a line that still doesn't have a very strong interior?

Green Bay Packers

Grade: C-

Best Pick: WR Matthew Golden, No. 23 Overall

What We Liked: Golden at 23 was impressive value that would've had me salivating if I was a general manager. He should be the top target for quarterback Jordan Love instantly and finally provide an alpha presence to that room of complementary pieces. General manager Brian Gutekunst took need into account well and addressed nearly all the positions that were missing starting-level talent and injected youth into rooms that had lost veterans to free agency. The floor of that team at the very least has been raised.

Not Sure About: Nearly every pick after Golden felt like a reach. There was constantly better talent on the board, and it looks to me like Gutekunst was

more worried about scheme fit than actually getting the best players possible. Barryn Sorrell (No. 124) and Collin Oliver (No. 159) are good fits for how the Packers run their defense, but ultimately they just don't have the same natural talent as edge rushers who came off the board later. Wide receiver Savion Williams feels like an attempt to recapture the brief Christian Watson magic, but he has a lot of development still to come.

Minnesota Vikings

Grade: B+

Best Pick: WR Tai Felton, No. 102 Overall

What We Liked: Felton should come in as a great WR3 to give J.J. McCarthy a really easy time finding open receivers. The two early picks put their new quarterback (coming off an injury last year) in a good space to continue the trajectory that Sam Darnold put to good use. Guard Donovan Jackson (No. 24) will help McCarthy stay upright and could flex between guard or tackle depending on what the Vikings need. Defensive tackle Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (No. 139) provides a lot of athleticism and flexibility to a defensive line that needs more of it. They did the most with what they had.

Not Sure About: There should have been a stronger effort to get more picks in the class. The only trade made was a pick swap that still left them with only four picks. With the value as on point as it was this year, giving Kwesi Adofo-Mensah more darts to throw could have resulted in a boost to the team's ceiling. The move to get quarterback Sam Howell feels a little underwhelming for a backup option to McCarthy, and securing another rookie might have been a better long-term play. Cornerback not being addressed early means the problems from last year will continue.

Baltimore Ravens

Grade: B

Best Pick: Malaki Starks, No. 27 Overall

What We Liked: Lots of good value early. The Ravens continued their strategy of taking advantage of teams not valuing safety and have now created an imposing secondary between Starks and Kyle Hamilton. Edge Mike Green (No. 59) is a good upside play that far down the board. If even half of his college production translates to the professional level, he'll be an impact player for the Ravens. I like offensive tackle Emery Jones Jr. (No. 91) as well. He could secure a guard spot for the Ravens with a good training camp. Lots of potential impact here.

Not Sure About: There are too many guys here who haven't performed

against top-level competition. Offensive tackle Carson Vinson (No. 141) and cornerback Bilhal Kone (No. 178) aren't battle-tested and could really get exposed if they're thrown into the fire too early. Even cornerback Robert Longerbeam (No. 212) didn't have to handle too many top-end talents, and with his weight, I'm not sure his size outlier nature will be a positive at the next level. There are red flags to look out for here.

Detroit Lions

Grade: B-

Best Pick: OG Miles Frazier, No. 171 Overall

What We Liked: The Lions continue their emphasis on size after solid results. Defensive tackle Tyleik Williams (No. 28) is a big hog molly who can handle double teams with ease and should help build out a line that is hopefully less ravaged by injuries this year. Guard Tate Ratledge (No. 57) and Frazier build out a set of interior offensive linemen that could push to start as soon as the beginning of the season if Christian Mahogany doesn't pan out. It feels like the Lions found their needs early and stuck to their size requirements.

Not Sure About: Trading up with a future third-rounder to get wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (No. 70) feels like a classic Lions overthink. They love giving up lots of capital to get guys that weren't even on my radar as potential possibilities, and TeSlaa is no exception. A raw, overaged wideout is not worth multiple Day 2 picks, and I don't think he'll do much with the limited time he'll have at his disposal in the Lions' wide receiver room. Nor is Ahmed Hassanein (No. 196) a great fix at edge rusher.

Washington Commanders

Grade: A-

Best Pick: Josh Conerly Jr., No. 29 Overall

What We Liked: Great players all the way down. Conerly's explosive movement skills should make him a great fit for move-blocking and keeping a clean pocket for Jayden Daniels whether he chooses to scramble or not. Cornerback Trey Amos (No. 61) deserved to be taken in the first round and should boost the secondary and help them recover from their early 2023 choice of Emmanuel Forbes. Even their late-round picks of wide receiver Jaylin Lane (No. 128) and linebacker Kain Medrano (No. 205) stand to make an impact with their impressive athleticism.

Not Sure About: The Commanders could have paid a little closer attention to need, as they neglected an empty edge room and did not address the back end of their secondary. While I love Conerly, he may be getting thrown into the fire here before developing as an anchor, which could come back to bite the Commanders as they plan for the future, especially if they move him from his natural position of offensive tackle.

Buffalo Bills

Grade: A-

Best Pick: DT T.J. Sanders, No. 41 Overall

What We Liked: Incredible value outside the first round. Their three players

after their first pick all had first-round buzz at some point in the draft cycle

and will go a long way in rebuilding a defensive line that lacked intensity and sack production last season. Going heavy on defense feels like a particularly bright move; much of their core from the beginning of Josh Allen's career is aging. That said, tight end Jackson Hawes (No. 173) and offensive tackle Chase Lundt (No. 206) are nice pickups to provide depth in that offense as well.

Not Sure About: Cornerback Maxwell Hairston (No. 30) is fast, but choosing him over Trey Amos feels like it could be an error akin to the Commanders picking Emmanuel Forbes over Christian Gonzalez in the 2023 draft. He lacks consistent tackling skills and has some stiff footwork that will likely give him fits early in his career even though he's blazing fast. Jordan Hancock (No. 170) and Dorian Strong (No. 177) are good value adds, but did they need to address cornerback THAT bad? I would've loved to see a wideout or a safety go earlier for them instead.

Philadelphia Eagles

Grade: B+

Best Pick: LB Jihaad Campbell, No. 31 Overall

What We Liked: Days one and two felt like a coup. Letting the Eagles get a weapon like Campbell in their second level, and maybe even get some reps on edge, feels like we're asking them to run back a second Super Bowl in a row. Pair him with Andrew Mukuba (No. 64), a lightning-quick safety who is an absolute ballhawk, and it seems like the highlight reel is ready to be replayed. I also dig the value on Drew Kendall (No. 168), a very athletic center prospect who could push Tyler Steen and Cam Jurgens for starting reps.

Not Sure About: Perhaps we were expecting too much, but this doesn't feel quite like the collection of steals we're used to from the Eagles, especially in day three. Mac McWilliams (No. 145) was not a draftable talent on our board and does not add meaningful depth to the cornerback room, though he may play on special teams. Linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (No. 161) is a Georgia guy whom general manager Howie Roseman clearly loves, but this time, the fifth round almost feels like pushing it for a guy who is more of a downhill run-stopper with a lacking mind for coverage. The team also doesn't feel like it's building for the near future anymore.

Kansas City Chiefs

Grade: A-

Best Pick: WR Jalen Royals, No. 133 Overall

What We Liked: The Chiefs managed to solve their offensive tackle problem thanks to the fall of Josh Simmons (No. 32), which feels reminiscent of the Trey Smith pick from 2021. As usual, the Chiefs are playing to consensus, picking up talented fallers such as Royals and edge Ashton Gillotte (No. 66), who have the production and athleticism to become quick starters. The Chiefs are sticking to the strategy that turned them into perennial Super Bowl contenders. Good stuff.

Not Sure About: Taking defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott (No. 63) feels like a disaster waiting to happen. It's hard to trust a player who isn't taking a majority of the snaps for his defense, and to take him on Day 2 is suspect. Also, linebacker Jeffrey Bassa (No. 156) strikes me as a nothing burger player with limited upside, not someone who projects to have a role starting anytime soon or even a role on special teams.

Houston Texans

Grade: B+

Best Pick: WR Jayden Higgins, No. 24 Overall

What We Liked: The Texans kicked off the draft incredibly well, getting the

dynamic wide receiver from Iowa State and offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery (No. 48), two players who could immediately earn starting time on the Texans and will help quarterback C.J. Stroud return to rookie form. Jaylen Reed (No. 187) is also a sneaky good safety pick on Day 3 who picked up a lot of responsibilities after Kevin Winston Jr. got injured. Also, from a comic standpoint, I like that the Texans picked three Jaylin variations and a Jayden.

Not Sure About: The two USC players, cornerback Jaylin Smith (No. 97) and running back Woody Marks (No. 116), were a bit overdrafted, with Marks being traded up for with crazy levels of capital. I don't see either of them getting many early reps, even Marks, who I'm not sure is ready for prime time. It feels like the offensive line needed to be fortified a bit more since Stroud was running for his life a lot of the year. The Texans' shift toward more weapons feels like they misunderstood the issue.

Los Angeles Rams

Grade: D+

Best Pick: LB Chris Paul Jr., No. 172 Overall

What We Liked: Really great pick for Paul, who projects as an early starter and is adept in pass coverage. That's an absolute steal deep into day three. Jarquez Hunter profiles as lightning to Kyren Williams' rumbling thunder. Coach Sean McVay clearly has a vision for his scheme that involves getting highly productive college players and letting them do reprise their success from the NCAA level. McVay is sticking to his guns.

Not Sure About: Tight end Terrance Ferguson (No. 46) and edge Josaiah Stewart (90) didn't make for an inspiring day two haul. I felt Stewart could reasonably have gone undrafted after a heinously bad 40-yard dash, considering his size combined with his limited length. The college pressure rates are good, but you have to think about his comparison to NFL competition. And I just never saw any game-wrecking moments or any sections of Ferguson's tape that popped out to me. He really seemed like an ordinary tight end, which isn't how you want to start your draft.