2026 Super Duper Mock Draft Thread - Show Us Your Mocks

[AK47]

Trade up mock: (22, QJ, swap future picks with N.O.)

008. Rueben Bain Jr. edge Miami
055. D'Angelo Ponds CB Indiana
086. Brian Parker Jr. OL Duke
123. Josh Cameron WR Baylor
204. Landon Robinson DT Navy

I'd be interested to know what his 3-cone is during a private workout. Dude could be a poor man's Aaron Donald if he adds on 10 more lbs and retains mobility which is literally Pro-Bowl potential.

[21&500]

I'd be interested to know what his 3-cone is during a private workout. Dude could be a poor man's Aaron Donald if he adds on 10 more lbs and retains mobility which is literally Pro-Bowl potential.

Robinson?
Ya I figure I'd swing for the fence and see if we could find a unique body at iDL with quickness to beat Guards.
The height reminds me of Ford.
Maybe some S&C can turn him into a matchup advantage.

[Lone Bolt]

PFN_Draft_result_1775091087867.pngIf I gotta pick a WR in the first, its a high floor guy who can play from any position, and catch the damn ball...
Logan Jones is considered by multiple pundits as G/C versatile in a zone scheme, as is the kid from Dartmouth, who played tackle in college, but showed out well at center and guard at Mobile. Delby also had a nice proday, grading 90 something percentile amongst olineman.

[21&500]

I watched a video from PFF recently as they broke down KCC and suggested that his dropped balls weren't a big concern and demonstrated how Devonte Adams had the most dropped balls last season....

Imo "Hands" is a premium for our particular QB.
I'm never going to mock a guy with a history of drops, regardless of what the issues are for those drops.
QJ gladly made me eat my words but I'm not risking drafting a guy with dropsies.
for me, KCC is out. If he ends up being a stud, I'll live with it.
Herbert needs dependable hands, especially in clutch moments.
especially with Herbert's knack for fastballs.
I'll ask Herbert to make accurate throws if the WR can't get great separation, but I won't sacrifice catching ability for separation, or route running or anything.
I also believe it becomes a mental barrier when you start growing a reputation early in your career.
My guy Josh Cameron, simply does not drop balls.

[Maniaque 6]

I could live with that

Round 1: No. 22 overall: Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M

Round 2: No. 55 overall: Keylan Rutledge, OG, Georgia Tech

It would be prudent to find pass-rush help early on. The edge depth in this class dropped off faster than I thought it would, so getting Howell 22nd overall appeared to be the smart tactic. His short arms (30 1/4 inches) are hotly debated, but Howell’s ferocious rush skill will make him an impact player, one way or another. Landing a gritty guard like Rutledge late in Round 2 works out well, giving the Chargers an added layer of insurance following the loss of Zion Johnson. They can find WR help farther down the line.

[Boltinloudguy]

I'd be interested to know what his 3-cone is during a private workout. Dude could be a poor man's Aaron Donald if he adds on 10 more lbs and retains mobility which is literally Pro-Bowl potential.

A guy at DT that has intrigued be because of his quickness is Gracen Halton. 6’2 293 lbs! He’s explosive that can hold up to the run. Knowing Elston, Halton would get better at Rund D. I really think he could be that IDL pass rusher they need. Just depends on how much Harbaugh, Elston and Hortiz like him and how much he likes ball.

[YAC]

I'm never going to mock a guy with a history of drops, regardless of what the issues are for those drops.

Rigid and wide declarations are ill-advised my friend.

Here are some receivers known to have had notable drop issues in college or early on in their Pro days:
-Ja'Marr Chase
-Davante Adams
-Terrell Owens
-Amari Cooper
-Mike Evans
-Ceedee Lamb
-Larry Fitzgerald
-Jordan Addison
-Rome Odunze
-DeAndre Hopkins

Some drops-issues are persistent and cannot be easily fixed. Others are short-lived, or can be fixed through coaching, technique refinement or mere repetition. Gotta trust in your scouts to identify *why* a receiver is dropping too many, and if it can be resolved.

[21&500]

Rigid and wide declarations are ill-advised my friend.

Here are some receivers known to have had notable drop issues in college or early on in their Pro days:
-Ja'Marr Chase
-Davante Adams
-Terrell Owens
-Amari Cooper
-Mike Evans
-Ceedee Lamb
-Larry Fitzgerald
-Jordan Addison
-Rome Odunze
-DeAndre Hopkins

Some drops-issues are persistent and cannot be easily fixed. Others are short-lived, or can be fixed through coaching, technique refinement or mere repetition. Gotta trust in your scouts to identify *why* a receiver is dropping too many, and if it can be resolved.

If I'm Joe, I'm definitely missing out on some talented WRs but I maintain that every GM has preferences and biases and those preferences should be aligned with the offense's strength, in our case, our franchise QB.
hands are a premium and I'm prioritizing that attribute above all.

Not saying KCC is off the board completrly by any means, but I wouldn't expect him to be where I would be willing to pick him.

[Topcat]

I could live with that

Round 1: No. 22 overall: Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M

Round 2: No. 55 overall: Keylan Rutledge, OG, Georgia Tech

It would be prudent to find pass-rush help early on. The edge depth in this class dropped off faster than I thought it would, so getting Howell 22nd overall appeared to be the smart tactic. His short arms (30 1/4 inches) are hotly debated, but Howell’s ferocious rush skill will make him an impact player, one way or another. Landing a gritty guard like Rutledge late in Round 2 works out well, giving the Chargers an added layer of insurance following the loss of Zion Johnson. They can find WR help farther down the line.

Rutledge--pretty athletic guy who moves well, should fit well with McD's O...

[Eurobolt]

We will trade down, book it

[Riverwalk]

Rigid and wide declarations are ill-advised my friend.

Here are some receivers known to have had notable drop issues in college or early on in their Pro days:
-Ja'Marr Chase
-Davante Adams
-Terrell Owens
-Amari Cooper
-Mike Evans
-Ceedee Lamb
-Larry Fitzgerald
-Jordan Addison
-Rome Odunze
-DeAndre Hopkins

Some drops-issues are persistent and cannot be easily fixed. Others are short-lived, or can be fixed through coaching, technique refinement or mere repetition. Gotta trust in your scouts to identify *why* a receiver is dropping too many, and if it can be resolved.

The list is absurd because drops aren’t QJ’s only problem.

He has had problem separating and contesting catches which was the opposite with all the WR’s on your list.

Nice try though.

[electricgold]

I could live with that

Round 1: No. 22 overall: Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M

Round 2: No. 55 overall: Keylan Rutledge, OG, Georgia Tech

It would be prudent to find pass-rush help early on. The edge depth in this class dropped off faster than I thought it would, so getting Howell 22nd overall appeared to be the smart tactic. His short arms (30 1/4 inches) are hotly debated, but Howell’s ferocious rush skill will make him an impact player, one way or another. Landing a gritty guard like Rutledge late in Round 2 works out well, giving the Chargers an added layer of insurance following the loss of Zion Johnson. They can find WR help farther down the line.

IF Fano is gone in the first when we pick I think we really need to hope Keylan Rutledge is there for us in the 2nd! He was the most athletic OG at the combine and can be plugged in as our day one starter.

This also allows us to take the best player available at pick 22 or even trade down!

Rutledge could be the perfect day two pick for the Chargers for so many reasons.