Top of that list is Texas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. who Miller has projected to the New York Jets with the No. 4 pick. A former five-star recruit out of Denton Ryan, Hill was The Dallas Morning News’ top Dallas-area recruit in the Class of 2023.

What might the Browns and Rams do with their multiple first-rounders? How many QBs could go on Day 1? Here's Matt Miller's early look at the 2026 draft.

ESPN's Matt Miller has just cooked up a 2026 mock draft for the start of the week. For the Panthers, who are selecting from the sixth overall spot, Miller goes with Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods.