Renner's 2026 NFL mock draft 8.0: Jeremiyah Love completes NFL's most dynamic backfield, Buckeyes own top 10


                        Renner's 2026 NFL mock draft 8.0: Jeremiyah Love completes NFL's most dynamic backfield, Buckeyes own top 10
By: CBS Sports Posted On: March 17, 2026 View:

Round 1 - Pick 1

Indiana • Jr • 6'5" / 236 lbs

Projected Team
Las Vegas
PROSPECT RNK
1st
POSITION RNK
1st
PAYDS
3535
RUYDS
276
INTS
6
TDS
48

Even after adding Tyler Linderbaum and Jalen Nailor early in free agency, don't expect the Raiders to be done adding offensive talent with this pick. The Fernando Mendoza-Klint Kubiak combination could be a special one in Las Vegas.

Round 1 - Pick 2

Ohio State • Jr • 6'4" / 243 lbs

Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
PROSPECT RNK
3rd
POSITION RNK
2nd

The Jermaine Johnson II trade earlier this month paved the way for the Jets to go edge rusher at No. 2. Arvell Reese offers the highest theoretical ceiling of any rusher in this class with his high-end explosiveness and unique play strength for an undersized rusher. The only concern is his limited playing time off the edge.

Round 1 - Pick 3

Utah • Jr • 6'6" / 311 lbs

Projected Team
Arizona
PROSPECT RNK
5th
POSITION RNK
2nd

The Cardinals grab an athletic right tackle to round out their offensive line. Spencer Fano is already an elite zone run blocker with the athletic traits to become a plus pass protector in the NFL. It will make life easier for whoever plays quarterback in Arizona.

Round 1 - Pick 4

Miami (Fla.) • Jr • 6'2" / 263 lbs

Projected Team
Tennessee
PROSPECT RNK
2nd
POSITION RNK
1st

Putting Rueben Bain Jr. on the same defensive line as Jeffery Simmons would give the Titans some serious attitude. Opposing offensive linemen wouldn't want to see them on the schedule.

Round 1 - Pick 5

Ohio State • Sr • 6'5" / 243 lbs

Projected Team
N.Y. Giants
PROSPECT RNK
10th
POSITION RNK
1st

Sonny Styles has the kind of athletic profile that can sneak into the top five even at a devalued position like linebacker. Put him next to Tremaine Edmunds, and you'll shut down passing lanes over the middle of the field.

Round 1 - Pick 6

Georgia • Jr • 6'7" / 315 lbs

Projected Team
Cleveland
PROSPECT RNK
52nd
POSITION RNK
7th

Monroe Freeling has the most prototypical left tackle traits in this draft class, and his play has been ascending ever since he broke into the starting lineup. With how desperate the Browns are for offensive line help, they could reach here early.

Round 1 - Pick 7

Notre Dame • Jr • 6'0" / 214 lbs

Projected Team
Washington
PROSPECT RNK
16th
POSITION RNK
1st
RUYDS
1372
YDS/ATT
6.9
REYDS
280
TDS
21

Jeremiyah Love next to Jayden Daniels would create the most dynamic backfield in the NFL. You'd be hard-pressed to find a more dynamic backfield in league history. That will keep defenses out of two-high shells.

Round 1 - Pick 8

Ohio State • Jr • 6'2" / 192 lbs

Projected Team
New Orleans
PROSPECT RNK
8th
POSITION RNK
2nd
REC
51
REYDS
875
YDS/REC
17.2
TDS
9

Carnell Tate is the kind of big-bodied wideout the Saints desperately lacked last year. They gave Tyler Shough help along the offensive line and in the backfield during free agency; now they give him a downfield weapon in Tate.

Round 1 - Pick 9

Texas Tech • Sr • 6'4" / 250 lbs

Projected Team
Kansas City
PROSPECT RNK
19th
POSITION RNK
3rd

The Chiefs abandon their usual "type" on the edge to add more speed to their front seven. They don't anticipate drafting in the top 10 again anytime soon and know certain positions, like edge rusher, are harder to find in the 20s.

Round 1 - Pick 10

Ohio State • Jr • 6'0" / 205 lbs

Projected Team
Cincinnati
PROSPECT RNK
7th
POSITION RNK
1st

Even after adding Bryan Cook in free agency, Caleb Downs would still be a welcome addition for Bengals fans. His ability to play in the slot or deep would give Al Golden more flexibility with his coverages.

Round 1 - Pick 11

Oregon • Jr • 6'3" / 241 lbs

Projected Team
Miami
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
51
REYDS
560
YDS/REC
11
TDS
8

Kenyon Sadiq is the perfect tight end to pair with new quarterback Malik Willis. The Oregon tight end is exceptional as a deep threat, where Willis excels, and he's also outstanding blocking in space, which will come in handy on option keepers.

Round 1 - Pick 12

LSU • Sr • 6'0" / 187 lbs

Projected Team
Dallas
PROSPECT RNK
12th
POSITION RNK
3rd

Mansoor Delane arguably has the highest floor in the cornerback class after locking down the entire SEC this past fall. If you watched the Cowboys secondary at all last season, you know how valuable that would be.

Round 1 - Pick 13

USC • Jr • 5'11" / 192 lbs

Projected Team
L.A. Rams
PROSPECT RNK
18th
POSITION RNK
4th
REC
79
REYDS
1156
YDS/REC
14.6
TDS
13

Makai Lemon is a Rams-type wide receiver. He plays a rugged brand of football and is more than willing to work the middle of the field. His game should translate quickly to the NFL.

Round 1 - Pick 14

Miami (Fla.) • Jr • 6'6" / 329 lbs

Projected Team
Baltimore
PROSPECT RNK
20th
POSITION RNK
4th

Francis Mauigoa likely slots in at guard for a Ravens team that had one of the worst guard duos in the NFL last fall. With the loss of center Tyler Linderbaum, adding more interior talent is paramount.

Round 1 - Pick 15

Alabama • Jr • 6'7" / 352 lbs

Projected Team
Tampa Bay
PROSPECT RNK
4th
POSITION RNK
1st

Kadyn Proctor could kick inside to left guard next to Tristan Wirfs to form a terrifying double-team combination. We've seen how Baker Mayfield's play has slipped when the line in front of him struggles, so keeping that unit a strength is critical.

Round 1 - Pick 16

Tennessee • Jr • 6'1" / 188 lbs

Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
PROSPECT RNK
9th
POSITION RNK
1st

Jermod McCoy is the type of prospect the Jets are uniquely positioned to take a chance on. He'll likely fall below where his tape suggests he should go because he missed last fall with an ACL tear. When healthy, though, he's a top-10 caliber talent at corner.

Round 1 - Pick 17

Utah • Soph • 6'6" / 308 lbs

Projected Team
Detroit
PROSPECT RNK
14th
POSITION RNK
3rd

Taylor Decker's departure leaves a glaring hole at left tackle that Caleb Lomu can fill. He may not be a high-end run blocker, but he has the tools to become a plus pass protector.

Round 1 - Pick 18

Oregon • Soph • 6'0" / 201 lbs

Projected Team
Minnesota
PROSPECT RNK
35th
POSITION RNK
3rd

Dillon Thieneman has the range and coverage versatility to be a weapon in Brian Flores' defense. He's been making plays on the ball since recording six interceptions as a true freshman at Purdue.

Round 1 - Pick 19

Clemson • Jr • 6'3" / 298 lbs

Projected Team
Carolina
PROSPECT RNK
13th
POSITION RNK
1st

This should finish the Panthers' multi-year defensive line makeover. Peter Woods is a much more complete three-technique than Tershawn Wharton and should take early-down snaps from the veteran defensive tackle. Alongside Derrick Brown, Jaelan Phillips and Nic Scourton, it could become a formidable unit.

Round 1 - Pick 20

Clemson • Sr • 6'7" / 317 lbs

Projected Team
Dallas
PROSPECT RNK
22nd
POSITION RNK
5th

The Cowboys never shy away from addressing their offensive line early in the draft, especially given right tackle Terence Steele's play the past couple of years. Blake Miller has the juice to fit perfectly with one of the league's best run-blocking units.

Round 1 - Pick 21

Alabama • Jr • 6'1" / 211 lbs

Projected Team
Pittsburgh
PROSPECT RNK
33rd
POSITION RNK
2nd
PAYDS
3567
RUYDS
93
INTS
5
TDS
30

The hiring of head coach Mike McCarthy signaled one thing: the Steelers want someone with a track record of developing quarterbacks. Ty Simpson has shown enough intrigue on tape with his ability to attack downfield to make him an appealing pairing with McCarthy.

Round 1 - Pick 22

Penn State • Jr • 6'4" / 323 lbs

Vega Ioane is another "weapon" for Jim Harbaugh to ensure the offensive line doesn't repeat its 2025 struggles. He looks like an imposing gap-scheme guard until you watch him move with ease in space.

Round 1 - Pick 23

Arizona State • Sr • 6'6" / 321 lbs

Projected Team
Philadelphia
PROSPECT RNK
23rd
POSITION RNK
6th

Max Iheanachor has everything you could want in a high-end developmental prospect. To top it off, he's only been playing football for five years. It's been four years since Howie Roseman drafted an offensive lineman in the first two rounds, and I think that changes this spring.

Round 1 - Pick 24

Arizona State • Jr • 6'2" / 203 lbs

Projected Team
Cleveland
PROSPECT RNK
6th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
61
REYDS
711
YDS/REC
11.7
TDS
9

Jordyn Tyson could fall because of his injury history, but he's worth the risk at this point in the draft. He has easy separation ability and the body control to make plays outside his frame.

Round 1 - Pick 25

Miami (Fla.) • Sr • 6'3" / 259 lbs

Projected Team
Chicago
PROSPECT RNK
26th
POSITION RNK
4th

For a Bears defensive line starved for pass-rushing help, Akheem Mesidor can make an immediate impact. He can rush from both the edge and the interior, given his experience doing both in college.

Round 1 - Pick 26

Texas A&M • Jr • 6'0" / 196 lbs

Projected Team
Buffalo
PROSPECT RNK
31st
POSITION RNK
5th
REC
61
REYDS
919
YDS/REC
15.1
TDS
12

Separation became the buzzword around the Bills' receiving corps last season -- they simply couldn't create enough of it. That changes with KC Concepcion, who routinely gets open with relative ease on tape. It's just the whole catching the ball thing that can trip him up at times.

Round 1 - Pick 27

Indiana • Jr • 6'0" / 199 lbs

REC
69
REYDS
937
YDS/REC
13.6
TDS
14

Omar Cooper Jr. is the kind of sudden, one-cut route runner with running back-like ability after the catch that the 49ers love. Even after signing Mike Evans in free agency, San Francisco isn't done adding weapons.

Round 1 - Pick 28

Ohio State • Jr • 6'2" / 326 lbs

Projected Team
Houston
PROSPECT RNK
25th
POSITION RNK
3rd

This pick should ensure no one runs the ball on the Texans -- ever. Kayden McDonald is easily the best run defender in the defensive line class. His ability to eat double teams at just 20 years old is special.

Round 1 - Pick 29

Clemson • Jr • 5'11" / 180 lbs

Projected Team
Kansas City
PROSPECT RNK
11th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Avieon Terrell is a spitting image of the recently traded Trent McDuffie. He has the tenacity to play in the slot and the feet to stick with receivers on the outside.

Round 1 - Pick 30

Tennessee • Soph • 6'0" / 195 lbs

Projected Team
Miami
PROSPECT RNK
37th
POSITION RNK
4th

The Dolphins secondary may very well be the worst in the NFL on paper. While they used the No. 11 pick on Kenyon Sadiq to maximize Malik Willis's potential, they finally address their secondary here with one of the better press corners in the class.

Round 1 - Pick 31

Georgia • Jr • 6'1" / 230 lbs

Projected Team
New England
PROSPECT RNK
38th
POSITION RNK
5th

CJ Allen is another culture fit for the Mike Vrabel-era Patriots in the first round. He's the biggest thumper in the linebacker class and can also be a weapon as a blitzer.

Round 1 - Pick 32

Toledo • Sr • 6'4" / 202 lbs

Projected Team
Seattle
PROSPECT RNK
28th
POSITION RNK
2nd

Emmanuel McNeil-Warren can replace what the Seahawks lost when Coby Bryant left in free agency. He's one of the best playmakers in the safety class with 11 career forced fumbles and five interceptions.

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