NFL 2026 draft predictions: the stars, the needs and the lower-round gems

NFL 2026 Draft Forecast: Key Players, Team Needs, and Hidden Treasures in Later Rounds Fernando Mendoza is projected as the No. 1 pick, while Arvell Reese, a linebacker/edge from Ohio State, is considered the most talented player in the draft. He possesses exceptional athleticism and football IQ. Jeremiyah Love, a running back from Notre Dame, … Read more

Parish’s 2026 NFL Draft Gems: Safeties

Parish’s Hidden Treasures: Safeties in the 2026 NFL Draft Ryan Parish, a writer for BTSC since 2024, annually curates a draft gems list featuring potential NFL players likely available in Rounds 2-7. This year, with the NFL Draft approaching, he emphasizes the safety position, which has seen significant changes for the Steelers, including the addition … Read more

Parish’s 2026 NFL Draft Gems: Wide Receivers

Parish’s Top Wide Receiver Picks for the 2026 NFL Draft The Steelers face a critical offseason, needing more depth at wide receiver after trading DK Metcalf and losing George Pickens, which left their roster thin. General Manager Omar Khan has struggled to bolster the position, having drafted only Roman Wilson, who faced injuries and a … Read more