Rams Secure Franchise QB; Cowboys Acquire Elite Running Back
The NFL landscape is shifting as teams prepare for the 2026 Draft. Key moves like the Los Angeles Rams securing a franchise quarterback and the Dallas Cowboys acquiring an elite running back could reshape their rosters. Below, we detail the latest draft projections and team needs.
Rams Secure Franchise QB
The Los Angeles Rams are focused on solidifying their future by targeting Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza. After trading back with the Atlanta Falcons last season, the Rams own a top-10 pick. They may need to surrender two first-round picks to leap into the top spot for Mendoza, whose performance this season has drawn significant attention.
Cowboys Acquire Elite Running Back
The Dallas Cowboys aim to bolster their offensive capabilities by eyeing Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love. A versatile three-down back, Love has shown exceptional skills as both a rusher and a receiver. His impressive stats include over 85 rushing grades and 56 missed tackles forced this season, making him a top candidate for a first-round selection.
Current Draft Projections
- 1. Los Angeles Rams: QB Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
- 2. Las Vegas Raiders: QB Dante Moore, Oregon
- 3. Tennessee Titans: EDGE Arvell Reese, Ohio State
- 4. Cleveland Browns: WR Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State
- 5. New Orleans Saints: EDGE Rueben Bain Jr., Miami
- 15. Dallas Cowboys: RB Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
Team Needs Overview
Several teams are actively seeking to address critical needs ahead of the 2026 Draft:
- Los Angeles Rams: Quarterback, Offensive Line, Wide Receiver
- Las Vegas Raiders: Quarterback, Defensive Back, Wide Receiver
- Tennessee Titans: Edge Rusher, Cornerback, Offensive Tackle
- Cleveland Browns: Quarterback, Offensive Line, Wide Receiver
- New Orleans Saints: Edge Rusher, Wide Receiver, Interior Offensive Line
As the draft approaches, these developments will undoubtedly shape the 2026 NFL landscape. The Rams and Cowboys are both poised to make impactful picks that could define their respective futures.
