Best available WR in 2026 NFL Draft: Updated results, top prospects still on board
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The NFL Draft has arrived. No more conjecture or hypothetical. Five months of preparations and the biggest job interview in the world will now become real.
Viewers have become accustomed to certain similarities. The best quarterbacks, edge rushers, offensive linemen and cornerbacks are towards the top, while running backs, safeties and linebackers are less prioritized at the top. In 2026, they throw out almost all the positional tendencies and trends.
Wide Receiver is one of the strengths of this draft. There are no Ja'Marr Chase or Justin Jefferson in this draft. However, there could be quite a few Puka Nakua or JSN.
While this draft lacks some of the bigger, can't miss evaluations, there are starters to be had in this draft. It will come down to flavors. What is your team looking for? There are deep threats, dangerous slot receivers as well as possession receivers throughout this draft.
Best available WR in 2026 NFL Draft
Name SchoolHTWTRangePick TeamCarnell TateOhio St6'3195Rd 14TitansJordyn TysonASU6'2200Rd 18SaintsMakai LemonUSC5'11195Rd 1-220EaglesOmar Cooper JrIndiana6'0204Rd 1-230JetsDenzel BostonWashington6'4210Rd 2-339BrownsKC ConcepcionTexas A&M5'11190Rd 2-324BrownsChris BellLouisville6'2204Rd 2-394DolphinsChris Brazzell IITennessee6'5200Rd 2-383CarolinaGermie BernardAlabama6'1204Rd 2-347SteelersElijah SurrattIndiana6'2213Rd 2-3115RavensMalachi FieldsNotre Dame6'4222Rd 2-374GiantsZachariah BranchGeorgia5'10180Rd 2-379FalconsSkyler BellUConn6'0185Rd 2-325BillsTed HurstGeorgia St6'3195Rd 2-484BuccaneersAntoinio WilliamsClemson5'11190Rd 2-471CommandersJeff CaldwellCincinnati6'5215Rd 3-4Deion BurksOklahoma5'9188Rd 3-4Ja'Kobi LaneUSC6'4200Rd 3-480RavensBryce LanceNDSU6'3209Rd 3-4136SaintsCJ DanielsMiami6'2205Rd 3-5Cyrus AllenCincinnati5'11180Rd 3-5176ChiefsDe'Zhaun StriblingOle Miss6'2210Rd 3-53349ersBrenen ThompsonMississippi St5'9170Rd 3-5105ChargersKevin Coleman JrMissouri5'11180Rd 3-5177DolphinsEric McAlisterTCU6'3205Rd 4-6Eric RiversGT5'11180Rd 4-6Reggie VirgilTexas Tech6'3190Rd 4-6143CardinalsCaleb DouglasTexas Tech6'4205Rd 4-675DolphinsAaron Anderson LSU5'8188Rd 4-6J. Michael SturdivantFlorida6'2213Rd 4-6Tyren Montgomery John Carroll6'3195Rd 5-7Chase RobertsBYU6'4210Rd 5-7Zavion ThomasLSU5'10192Rd 5-789BearsKendrick LawKentucky6'0205Rd 5-7168LionsColbie YoungGeorgia6'4215Rd 5-7140BengalsNoah ThomasGeorgia6'5205Rd 5-7Dane KeyNebraska6'3210Rd 5-7Kaden WetjenIowa5'9196Rd 5-7121SteelersJosh CameronBaylor6'1224Rd 5-7191JaguarsSocial media reactions to WR selections in 2026 NFL Draft
From the Ducks to the Dark Side 🏴☠️ #RaiderNation
— Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) April 25, 2026
We have selected Malik Benson with 195th pick. pic.twitter.com/CsEJ6qjPPq
We have selected Baylor WR Josh Cameron with the No. 191 overall pick!@Dream_Finders | #NFLDraftpic.twitter.com/l0NrvDKAME
— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) April 25, 2026
With the 190th pick in the NFL Draft, the #Saints select LSU WR Barion Brown 🙌 pic.twitter.com/K5vsS7BkCK
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) April 25, 2026
Dolphins pick WR Kevin Coleman Jr. with No. 177 overall selection in 2026 NFL Drafthttps://t.co/1kUIcH8Dtopic.twitter.com/ulCs7M7YnZ
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) April 25, 2026
Another Bearcat on our roster 🐻
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 25, 2026
With the 176th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, we have selected WR @cyrusallen_! pic.twitter.com/mqU3pmwgYK
BREAKING: The #Ravens select Clemson RB Adam Randall with the 174th pick in the #NFLDraftpic.twitter.com/LevEPzwarx
— SleeperRavens (@SleeperRavenss) April 25, 2026
Lions trade up to select WR Kendrick Law with No. 168 overall pick in 2026 NFL Drafthttps://t.co/6lQN7XNMNDpic.twitter.com/fDaXJKOskl
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) April 25, 2026
WR Reggie Virgil joins the Arizona Cardinals! pic.twitter.com/2RAAjjbXD3
— PHNX Cardinals (@PHNX_Cardinals) April 25, 2026
From Australia to the Draft stage.
— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2026
Fan of the Year Adrian Wood reveals the @Bengals pick of WR Colbie Young 🐅 @NFLAUNZ
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With the No. 136 overall pick in the 2026 @NFLDraft, the @Saints select Bryce Lance.
— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2026
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UConn WR Skyler Bell is off the board‼️
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) April 25, 2026
Josh Allen gets a new weapon 🦬 pic.twitter.com/vtSpHFJAxN
With the 121st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, we select WR Kaden Wetjen. pic.twitter.com/0uiTTIXZxh
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) April 25, 2026
With the 115th overall pick in the 2026 @NFLDraft, the @Ravens select WR Elijah Sarratt.
— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2026
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If you liked Tez Johnson last year you will LOVE Mississippi St. WR Brenen Thompson
— OTL (@otl_ff) April 8, 2026
- 5’9
- 164 lbs (Tez is 154)
- 4.26 40 yd dash w/ a top speed of 23.95 mph (T-5th all time)
2025 stats:
- 57 REC
- 1054 YDS (school record)
- 18.5 YPR
- 7 total TDs
- 17.9 yd aDOT
- 5… pic.twitter.com/xPHmUw9FC1
THE PICK IS IN ✉️
— ACC Football (@ACCFootball) April 25, 2026
With the 94th overall pick in the #NFLDraft, the @MiamiDolphins select Chris Bell. pic.twitter.com/hvf4IX4lAs
With the 89th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Bears select Zavion Thomas, WR from LSU. pic.twitter.com/jbk2MEEGyM
— Preme Football (@premefootball) April 25, 2026
Welcome to the Krewe, Ted Hurst 🏴☠️ pic.twitter.com/knh3pJoKD2
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) April 25, 2026
Adding some Brazzell dazzle@budlight | #NFLDRAFTpic.twitter.com/rvhcJ20DLB
— Carolina Panthers (@Panthers) April 25, 2026
With the No. 80 overall pick in the 2026 @NFLDraft, the @Ravens select Ja'Kobi Lane.
— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2026
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Zachariah Branch is staying in Georgia 🍑
— ESPN (@espn) April 25, 2026
The Falcons select the former Bulldogs WR at No. 79 overall. pic.twitter.com/RXubcNXdnH
Got another Red Raider 👊
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) April 25, 2026
With the 75th pick, we have selected Caleb Douglas from @TexasTechFBpic.twitter.com/gIWMtyu4jV
The Giants just got a DAWG in Notre Dame's Malachi Fields pic.twitter.com/g7HOJe6o0M
— Bussin' With The Boys (@BussinWTB) April 25, 2026
Time to Raise Hail, Tone.
— Clemson Football (@ClemsonFB) April 25, 2026
Welcome to the Washington @Commanders, Antonio Williams!#ALLIN | #NFLDraftpic.twitter.com/m4yKIvh3Xt
Ja'Kobi Lane is the best available WR according to ESPN's draft tracker.
Alabama WR Germie Bernard is headed to Pittsburgh 😤
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) April 25, 2026
Steelers continue to add to a revamped WR room pic.twitter.com/2IpmSY0JlG
With the No. 47 overall pick in the 2026 @NFLDraft, the @steelers select Germie Bernard.
— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2026
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Receiver room gets another boost!
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) April 24, 2026
Denzel Boston, welcome to the squad pic.twitter.com/rQ0AVIoNqR
With the No. 33 overall pick in the 2026 @NFLDraft, the @49ers select De'Zhaun Stribling.
— NFL (@NFL) April 24, 2026
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The @nyjets trade back into the first round to take @IndianaFootball WR Omar Cooper Jr.!
— NFL (@NFL) April 24, 2026
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With the No. 24 pick, KC Concepcion is headed to the @Browns!
— NFL (@NFL) April 24, 2026
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The @Eagles trade up to the 20th pick and select Makai Lemon from @uscfb!
— NFL (@NFL) April 24, 2026
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Jordyn Tyson is overcome with emotion as he walks up to the stage at the NFL Draft 🥹 pic.twitter.com/erj7Cf0XmN
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) April 24, 2026
.@PatMcAfeeShow and the boys were loving the Titans' selection of Carnell Tate 👏 pic.twitter.com/aS5Nqr0ysU
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 24, 2026
2026 NFL Draft How to Watch
The 2026 NFL draft kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday in Pittsburgh (ESPN, ABC and NFL Network-- available on Fubo), The Las Vegas Raiders will likely select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick.