Rams president Kevin Demoff's recent endorsement of expanded draft trading windows has triggered widespread speculation about which teams will make bold moves to reshape their rosters. In a public statement, Demoff wrote: "Nothing creates more interest in the NFL than trades… More picks to trade = more trades = more interest and team-building options."

This mock draft projects trades for every pick of the first round, revealing which organizations have the capital and desperation to wheel and deal aggressively—and which fan bases should brace for their teams to trade down rather than stay put.

First Round Trades

1. New York Jets (from Raiders): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

The Jets have the ammunition to tempt the Raiders despite Las Vegas's desperate need at quarterback. New York controls picks at Nos. 2, 16, and 44, while recently acquiring Geno Smith, Minkah Fitzpatrick, and retaining Breece Hall. These moves signal that GM Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn are operating with urgency to save their jobs. Mendoza has the poise to handle playing in the country's largest media market without being forced into action immediately.

2. Las Vegas Raiders (from Jets): Arvell Reese, LB, Ohio State

If the Raiders liked other quarterbacks in this class, the possibility exists for a trade down. Reese's ability to play both off-ball linebacker and attack off the edge opposite Maxx Crosby—particularly valuable for spying mobile AFC West quarterbacks—makes him intriguing. The Jets would need to pay substantially to move up.

3. Washington Commanders (from Cardinals): Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame

To seriously insulate Jayden Daniels, the Commanders need a dynamic runner. Washington holds just six draft picks this year with no second-round selection, meaning a trade up here would require packaging this year's first-rounder and next year's pick as well.

4. Kansas City Chiefs (from Titans): Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State

Jumping from No. 9 to No. 4 would cost the Chiefs at least their third- (No. 74) and fourth-round picks (No. 109). But adding a difference-maker like Styles to reshape their defense—critical against the AFC West's dynamic dual-threat quarterbacks—justifies the price.

5. Miami Dolphins (from Giants): Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

The Dolphins face a receiver crisis after dealing away Tua Tagovailoa, Jaylen Waddle, and Tyreek Hill. New QB Malik Willis has little chance without weapons. Miami's NFL-best seven picks among the top 94 selections—beginning with No. 11—provides ample capital to be aggressive.

6. Dallas Cowboys (from Browns): David Bailey, Edge, Texas Tech

Jerry Jones operates in perpetual win-now mode. With Washington aggressively trading up for Love just picks earlier, the Cowboys may react even more violently. Trading both first-round picks (Nos. 12 and 20) to secure the class's best pass-rusher addresses a rush that finished tied for 28th in the NFL last season.

7. Arizona Cardinals (from Commanders): Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami

New head coach Mike LaFleur inherits a team that finished distant fourth in the league's top division. Adding Washington's 2027 first-round pick—from a class expected to be loaded with QB talent—gives LaFleur and GM Monti Ossenfort flexibility. For now, protecting that future quarterback investment with an offensive line bully makes sense.

8. Baltimore Ravens (from Saints): Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU

Delane grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland, rooting for the Ravens. A bold move up by GM Eric DeCosta to make him the first defensive back drafted would be a dream realized. Upgrading the secondary could resurrect Baltimore's Super Bowl aspirations. The cost: a couple of middle-round picks like No. 73 and 136.

9. Tennessee Titans (from Chiefs): Rueben Bain Jr., Edge, Miami

Pairing Bain—the most violent player in this class—with Jeffery Simmons is exactly the move Robert Saleh would push for. The short arm concerns, however, could push him down the board, making the Titans early winners if they land him plus extra mid-round picks.

10. Minnesota Vikings (from Bengals): Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State

Some dismiss safeties as not valuable enough for top-10 picks. Downs's tape proves he is the best player in this draft class. Pairing him with Brian Flores' defense would look brilliant. Minnesota might surrender both third-round picks (Nos. 82 and 97) to pull off a top-10 trade—a bold move consistent with their Kyler Murray signing.

11. New York Giants (from Dolphins): Kadyn Proctor, OL, Alabama

The 6-foot-7, 352-pound Proctor ranks among the most polarizing prospects. John Harbaugh won with massive offensive lines in Baltimore, and Proctor projects as a decade-long NFL starter whether at tackle or guard. The Dolphins have four third-round picks to trade away.

12. Cleveland Browns (from Cowboys): Spencer Fano, OT, Utah

Arguably the most gifted blocker in this class, Fano helps the Browns evaluate young QBs Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel—or prepare for next year's scouting.

13. Pittsburgh Steelers (from Rams via Falcons): Vega Ioane, OG, Penn State

Pittsburgh hosts the draft with a league-high 12 picks. GM Omar Kahn could steal a local favorite from Baltimore divisional rival. Ioane would upgrade over free-agent defection Isaac Seumalo and provide a comfortable pocket for Aaron Rodgers. Trading two middle-round picks convinces the Rams it's worth moving back.

14. New Orleans Saints (from Ravens): Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon

The Saints are moving on from veteran Taysom Hill. Kellen Moore knows a playmaking tight end accelerates young QB development. Sadiq scratches the surface of his potential. To drop this far, Saints expect two middle-round selections plus first-round pick swap.

15. Philadelphia Eagles (from Buccaneers): Makai Lemon, WR, Southern Cal

Howie Roseman assembled one of the NFL's best rosters, making all nine picks unlikely to make the team. Packaging some—or adding next year's projected third-round compensatory pick (for Jaelan Phillips)—to land Lemon provides insurance if A.J. Brown becomes problematic.

16. Las Vegas Raiders (from Jets via Colts): Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

One reason the Raiders might trade Mendoza: they lack proven receiver difference-makers. Boston's frame and game contribute immediately, especially with defenses focused on stellar tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer and promising RB Ashton Jeanty.

17. Carolina Panthers (from Lions): Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon

Carolina GM Dan Morgan anticipated ballcarrier destinations at middle linebacker. With Thieneman a perfect fit for Vikings or Bengals, the Panthers may need to trade up. The Lions have nine picks but only two in the top 117. Carolina offers their fourth-rounder (#119) as fair compensation.

18. Cincinnati Bengals (from Vikings): Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee

The Bengals trade down while still filling key needs through this year's quality cornerback depth. Hood possesses pure cover skills and untapped potential Cincinnati has long prioritized under Duke Tobin.

19. Detroit Lions (from Panthers): Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah

Like Cincinnati, Detroit adds a 10th pick and still lands a tackle they target. The precocious 6-foot-6, 313-pound redshirt sophomore might prove the best tackle of this class.

20. Jacksonville Jaguars (from Browns via Cowboys via Packers): Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State

The Jaguars refuted reports that 2024 first-round pick Brian Thomas Jr. was available. They can trade him here and reset the position with arguably the most talented pass-catcher of this class. Jacksonville and Cleveland have recent trade history, boldly moving up in 2025 to select Travis Hunter. This time, they add a dynamic playmaker while shipping another who doesn't fit long-term plans. To complete this, Jacksonville sweetens the deal with a couple of its 11 picks, including three third-round selections.

21. Los Angeles Rams (from Steelers): Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana

Despite aggressive cornerback upgrades signaling an all-in Super Bowl run, the Rams might look for young, cheap talent given salary constraints. Cooper feasts on one-on-one matchups and replaces jet-sweep possibilities lost when Tutu Atwell departed.

22. Miami Dolphins (from Chargers): Aveion Terrell, CB, Clemson

While offensive changes dominated Miami's offseason, defensive concerns persist. Behind likely top-10 pick Mansoor Delane, Terrell—an NFL legacy—is viewed by scouts as the safest cornerback of this class. Miami has a league-high four third-round picks to part with.

23. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from Eagles): Keldric Faulk, DL, Auburn

GM Jason Licht retools with Mike Evans now with the 49ers and Lavonte David retiring. Faulk—a 21-year-old, 6-foot-6, 276-pound prospect whose best football remains ahead—is a consolation prize after trading down to add seven selections.

24. Indianapolis Colts (from Browns via Jaguars): Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia

Colts GM Chris Ballard traded his initial top pick a year ago to the Jets for Sauce Gardner. Trading back into the first round—costing Indy's second-round pick (No. 47) and another Day 2 selection next year—helps give right tackle Jalen Travis competition for longtime standout Braden Smith.

25. New England Patriots (from Bears): Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo

The Patriots got an up-close look at Seahawks rising star Nick Emmanwori in the Super Bowl. McNeil-Warren boasts comparable size and athleticism and could make similar immediate impact. New England has 11 picks in 2026 to be aggressive.

26. Houston Texans (from Bills): Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State

The rich get richer. Houston boosts one of the league's dominant defenses with this year's top interior lineman. The Texans might grab McDonald at No. 28, but shouldn't balk at giving up Day 3 pick to ensure landing one of the few nose guards with legitimate pass rush ability.

27. Kansas City Chiefs (from 49ers): Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State

Packaging No. 29 overall acquired in the deal sending Trent McDuffie to the 49ers, the Chiefs boldly move up to land similarly smooth cover-corner Johnson, the reigning Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year.

28. Buffalo Bills (from Texans): Cashius Howell, Edge, Texas A&M

The Bills must add pass-rushers. Howell ranks among elite QB hunters of this class. While he lacks frame some teams require, his burst and bend off the edge could yield 10-plus sacks in the NFL. Buffalo likely pries pick No. 141—the first fifth-round selection—from Houston to move down two spots.

29. San Francisco 49ers (from Chiefs via Rams): KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M

Even after signing veterans Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, the 49ers kick the tires on several wideouts expected to go first round. San Francisco knows Rashid Shaheed's impact for Seattle last year. Concepcion delivers similar playmaking in receiving, running, and returns. San Francisco gets at least Kansas City's fifth-round pick (#148), yielding five picks in a 22-selection early Day 3 span.

30. Los Angeles Chargers (from Dolphins via Broncos): Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon

The Chargers enter with just five picks. They happily add one of Philadelphia's three Day 2 picks while reinforcing the offensive line interior with powerful, pro-ready Pregnon.

31. Chicago Bears (from Patriots): Malachi Lawrence, Edge, UCF

The Bears enter with seven selections, but possess a 110-pick Day 3 gap between fourth and seventh rounds. GM Ryan Poles will trade down to bridge that gap. Getting a dynamic edge rusher while doing so—who frankly deserves consideration at their original No. 25 pick—maximizes their Super Bowl run chances.

32. Las Vegas Raiders (from Seahawks): Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama

The Raiders cannot end the first round without adding another quarterback. Given Kubiak's Seattle connections, a trade with defending Super Bowl champs offers his last good QB opportunity. Simpson possesses the IQ, accuracy, and mobility for Kubiak's scheme. He might be available at No. 36, but the fifth-year option on rookie first-round contracts makes first-round QB selections financially responsible. To pry this pick, the Raiders give up No. 36 overall plus veteran defensive end Tyree Wilson.

Second Round

36. Seattle Seahawks (from Raiders): Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame

Super Bowl champions with a league-low four picks face nearly impossible draft odds. Adding a back suited to their wide zone running scheme—while receiving veteran edge rusher Tyree Wilson—provides a solid start.

44. Green Bay Packers (from Falcons): Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech

Even after trading their top pick for Micah Parsons, Green Bay still holds seven selections. But five are on Day 3, limiting GM Brian Gutekunst's flexibility. Adding a true nose guard is critical. The Packers offer Falcons No. 52 overall plus fifth-round pick (#160) to secure the block-eating Hunter.

52. Atlanta Falcons (from Titans via Chiefs): R Mason Thomas, Edge, Oklahoma

New Falcons GM Ian Cunningham wasn't present when Atlanta traded up for James Pearce Jr., now facing multiple felony charges. Thomas's burst creates havoc off the edge. Trading with Green Bay nets the Falcons at least one more selection. Atlanta has just five 2026 picks with a league-low two among the top-100.

54. Denver Broncos (from Buccaneers via Eagles): Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt

The Broncos' first 2026 pick stands at No. 62—significantly lower than any other NFL team—because Denver traded its top slot for speedy Dolphins wideout Jaylen Waddle. Doubling down with another aggressive trade for playmaking pass-catcher Stowers seems like a Sean Payton move, costing only the second third-round pick (No. 111).