The wild card round of the NFL Playoffs are underway. By Monday morning, three-quarters of the first round draft order will be known. It is just one of two anticipated draft-related developments this week.
Wednesday, Jan. 14 is the deadline for underclassmen not participating in the College Football Playoffs to declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. One of the biggest remaining questions is whether or not Oregon quarterback Dante Moore will declare.
The pieces are starting to come together and the 2026 NFL Draft is only a little more than three months away. Collegiate All-Star games will also begin late later this month. Invitations are going out to NFL Combine participants, but an official list will not be revealed until mid-February.
As a reminder, there are four teams — Atlanta, Green Bay, Indianapolis and Jacksonville — without a first-round pick in 2026 as a result of draft-day trades and the Micah Parsons and Sauce Gardner deals.
Here is the current 2026 NFL Draft order (via Tankathon):
1. Las Vegas Raiders (3-14)Las Vegas over-extended last offseason by drafting a running back in the top-10 and trading for a 35-year-old quarterback despite having one of the league’s worst rosters. As a result, they fired head coach Pete Carroll after one season and are now picking even earlier in the draft.
2. New York Jets (3-14)The Jets finished with one of the worst records in the league, but at least they have a plan and put themselves in a position to change the course of their franchise. Over the next two years, New York has five first-round picks.
3. Arizona Cardinals (3-14)Arizona made the decision to part with head coach Jonathan Gannon. It would not be a surprise if they moved on from Kyler Murray as well. The problem is that there are not a wealth of options to replace Murray.
4. Tennessee Titans (3-14)The positive momentum Tennessee had built over the past month came to a frustrating end in the season finale. Still, Cam Ward’s strong finish to the 2025 campaign should give Titans fans hope.
5. New York Giants (4-13)There are reasons to be optimistic about Jaxson Dart’s future with the franchise. He brought life to an offense that could have easily wallowed in self-pity following the Malik Nabers and Andrew Thomas injuries. If they get the head coach hire right, then maybe the a bounce back will happen sooner than most would expect.
6. Cleveland Browns (5-12)The Browns made the decision to part with head coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons. He did lead the franchise to its first playoff win post-expansion, but may not be any closer to identifying the quarterback of the future.
7. Washington Commanders (5-12)Next season is an easy sell for Washington. If Jayden Daniels returns healthy, then they will be competitive once again, but there are a lot of needs on that roster. An attempt to microwave those weaknesses last offseason did not work out.
8. New Orleans Saints (6-11)The Saints’ season ended just as fans were clamoring for more of Tyler Shough. He looks like the clear favorite to open next season as the starting quarterback, bringing a level of optimism that simply didn’t exist earlier in the year.
9. Kansas City Chiefs (6-11)Kansas City will enter next season in unfamiliar territory: the hungry underdog. Assuming Patrick Mahomes’ full health, there is no reason to believe the Chiefs will not be in the mix again next season. They do have a deteriorating roster that desperately needs a youthful infusion.
10. Cincinnati Bengals (6-11)Joe Burrow made a notable attempt to get the Bengals into the playoffs after succumbing to an injury early in the season, but ultimately fell short. The offense will be in a spot to compete next season, but can the defense improve enough this offseason to get them enough stops?
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11. Miami Dolphins (7-10)Fans can say what they want about the Mike McDaniel era in Miami, but few had such a recognizable aesthetic as the Dolphins’ former coach. It is a fresh start for the organization with a new general manager, new head coach and presumably a new quarterback.
12. Dallas Cowboys (7-9-1)Dallas is once again searching for answers this offseason. Dak Prescott was healthy and the team still failed to reach the playoffs with a new head coach.
13. Los Angeles Rams via Atlanta Falcons (8-9)Atlanta fired Raheem Morris as head coach for a second time. They sent their first round pick to Los Angeles as part of the trade up for James Pearce Jr.
14. Baltimore Ravens (8-9)For the first time since 2007, the Ravens will have a new head coach after firing John Harbaugh. It sounds as though the franchise chose Lamar Jackson — who turned 29-years-old one day after Harbaugh’s firing — over the veteran coach.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-9)Other organizations have been quick to make a head coaching change, but the Buccaneers are going down the path of firing coordinators rather than a change at the top.
16. New York Jets via Indianapolis Colts (8-9)
Cornerback Sauce Gardner struggled to stay healthy and the Colts’ pick being sent to New York rose precipitously by the week.
17. Detroit Lions (9-8)The coaching drain that took place after last season’s run was likely understated in the moment given the presence Dan Campbell has over that organization, but that, along with a few veteran offensive line departures, led to a much more tumultuous season.
18. Minnesota Vikings (9-8)J.J. McCarthy’s season was volatile, which was once the expectation for a young quarterback. Recent rookie performances from Jayden Daniels and C.J. Stroud set unrealistic expectations for the majority. Caleb Williams is proof that situation matters.
19. Carolina Panthers (8-9)The team with the worst record in the NFL Playoffs, but also a home game, was the first punted from the postseason. Although not a desirable conclusion, the Panthers have to be pleased with how the season played out.
20. Dallas Cowboys via Green Bay Packers (9-7-1)The team with the second worst record in the NFL Playoffs was also dispatched after building a 21-3 lead over the division rival Bears. It is going to be an interesting offseason for the Packers.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7)The Steelers needed a Week 18 victory over the rival Ravens to get into the dance, but will have an opportunity to keep their season alive against Houston.
22. Los Angeles Chargers (11-6)The Chargers are headed home for the season after falling to the Patriots in the wild card round.
23. Philadelphia Eagles (11-6)A frustrating season, for fans and receivers alike, came to an end Sunday against the 49ers. The Eagles will be doing some soul searching this offseason.
24. Cleveland Browns via Jacksonville Jaguars (13-4)The Jaguars have every reason to celebrate their accomplishments this season. Yes, they lost in the wild card round as the home team, but a year ago, they were making preparations for the No. 5 overall pick. The future is bright for a team who played most of this season without No. 2 overall selection Travis Hunter.
25. Chicago Bears (11-6)Chicago came back from an 18-point deficit to beat the rival Packers for the second time this season. Ben Johnson advances to the divisional round in his first season as head coach.
26. Buffalo Bills (12-5)Buffalo was the road team everyone in the AFC wanted to avoid, because Josh Allen has been battle tested in the playoffs. The Bills demonstrated why many felt that way Sunday.
27. San Francisco 49ers (12-5)San Francisco overcame an injury to tight end George Kittle and enacted revenge over the Eagles for the NFC Championship game two years ago.
28. Houston Texans (12-5)Houston is one of the hottest teams in the NFL entering the postseason. It will put its nine-game win streak to the test against the Steelers.
29. Los Angeles Rams (12-5)The Rams took care of business on the road against the Panthers in the wild card round.
30. New England Patriots (14-3)The Patriots and Chargers have the “Sunday Night Football” game in the wild card round.
31. Denver Broncos (14-3)The Broncos earned the No. 1 seed in the AFC West and a first-round bye with a victory over the Trey Lance-led Chargers in Week 18.
32. Seattle Seahawks (14-3)Seattle clinched the NFC West crown and the top seed last week.
The 2026 NFL Draft will take place April 23–25 in Pittsburgh. More draft coverage can be found at CBSSports.com, including weekly mock drafts and regular updates on eligible prospects.
