Quarterback landing spots, 2026 NFL draft class rankings & Diego Pavia UDFA watch

It’s over. Already.After three days, a record-setting 805,000 fans in attendance and 257 picks, the 2026 NFL Draft class is settled.A few teams did better than others. Everyone did better than the Jaguars.As we wait for Dane Brugler’s 32-team ranking, below is how I stack the hauls. This is based on player quality (and quantity), positional values and needs met. For example, the Cowboys got better top-end talent and value from their picks, but I slightly prefer the Dolphins’ 13-player class.Yes, it’s too early for this. Yes, I did it anyways.This article is from The Athletic’s NFL newsletter. Sign up here to receive it directly in your inbox.Ranking draft classesWe have to start with the Raiders, of course. In hindsight, a draft class’ best quarterback will almost always be its most valuable player, and Fernando Mendoza has the best shot of becoming that guy.Advertisement