Raiders Secure Two First-Round Picks with Jets, Cowboys, Browns, Chiefs
The landscape of the 2026 NFL Draft is shaping up to be highly competitive and intriguing. Five teams are fortunate enough to have two first-round picks, while five others are left without any. The key trades leading up to this draft have significantly impacted the draft order and team strategies.
Teams with Double First-Round Picks
The following teams have secured two first-round selections in the 2026 NFL Draft:
- Las Vegas Raiders: 1st overall pick and 14th from the Ravens
- New York Jets: 2nd overall pick and 16th from the Colts
- Cleveland Browns: 6th overall pick and 24th from the Jaguars
- Kansas City Chiefs: 9th overall pick and 29th from the Rams
- Dallas Cowboys: 12th overall pick and 20th from the Packers
Teams Without First-Round Picks
In contrast, the following teams have not secured a first-round pick for the upcoming draft:
- Atlanta Falcons
- Baltimore Ravens
- Indianapolis Colts
- Green Bay Packers
- Jacksonville Jaguars
Significance of Trades
The Raiders made headlines by trading Maxx Crosby. This deal netted them the Ravens’ first-round picks for 2026 and 2027. Other teams, such as the Jets and Browns, have also made strategic trades to enhance their positions. The Jets acquired their additional pick from the Colts in exchange for Sauce Gardner.
Rebuilding Strategies
Interestingly, all teams with two first-round picks missed the playoffs last season. This draft provides a critical opportunity for these franchises to rebuild. The selections they make can serve as foundational elements for future success.
With the draft fast approaching, the strategies employed by these teams will be closely watched. The choices they make will not only impact their rosters but could also reshape the balance of power in the NFL.
