If you were starting a basketball team from this receiver class, Lane is likely going first overall. He's 6-foot-4 with a big wingspan and can really go up and get it. Of his 43 receptions last season, 12 ended up in scores. His body control at that size is unique and makes him a massive target for quarterbacks to find downfield.

Former Westfield and Purdue star Dillon Thieneman has transferred to Oregon. Will he play himself into the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft?

Running back Royce Freeman (a third-round draft pick in 2018) signed with the Chicago Bears. Cornerback Michael Ojemudia (a third-round pick in 2020) landed with the Dallas Cowboys. And wide receiver Juwann Winfree (a sixth-round pick in 2019) joined the Houston Texans.

Ahead of Saturday's Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, we ranked 10 HBCU players who could be on next year's NFL draft radar.

Kiper believes the matchup will be a showcase for future NFL stars, with Clemson expected to feature multiple first-round talents. In Field Yates’ latest mock draft, four Tigers landed inside the Top 15, including edge rusher T.J. Parker at No. 8.

Fernando Mendoza will try to lead the Indiana Hoosiers back to the College Football Playoff. A could season could propel up NFL Draft boards.

The Manning family's NFL legacy is deep and rich, from patriarch Archie Manning playing 12 years for the New Orleans to his sons, Peyton and Eli, combining to collect five league MVP awards, three Super Bowl MVP nods and four Super Bowl rings.

The Ohio State Buckeyes don't rebuild, but they do reload with elite talent. Despite losing 15 starters to the NFL this past offseason, the Buckeyes boast another host of projected top-50 draft picks in 2026.