Texas and Clemson Highlight Teams With Strong 2026 NFL Draft Prospects
As college football teams gear up for the 2025 season, several programs, including Texas and Clemson, showcase exceptional talent poised for the 2026 NFL Draft.
With the 2025 NFL Draft completed, the focus shifts to the upcoming 2026 cycle. College teams bid farewell to their recent stars, while NFL teams start evaluating the next wave of talent.
Early mock drafts for 2026 are already emerging, highlighting several college programs with notable prospects. These early predictions often set the tone for the upcoming season, especially for teams boasting potential first-round picks:
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Texas
Notable prospects: QB Arch Manning, LB Anthony Hill, CB Malik Muhammed, RB CJ Baxter
Arch Manning may opt to return for an additional year instead of entering the NFL Draft. -
Clemson
Notable prospects: DE T.J. Parker, DT Peter Woods, CB Avieon Terrell, QB Cade Klubnik, WR Antonio Williams
The article goes on to detail other top prospects from various programs including Penn State and Ohio State.
