April 24, 2026
By Jordan Dajani, CBS Sports: The first two days of the 2026 NFL Draft are in the books, and it has not disappointed. Only three running backs were selected through 100 picks, which ties for the fewest taken in the first three rounds in the common draft era. Meanwhile, 17 wide receivers were drafted, and nine tight ends. Both represent ties for the most selected through three rounds since 1967.
Let’s take a look at some home runs and some head-scratchers from Day 2 of the draft. We are talking about value here. Just because a team drafted a good player early in the second round does not make it a “home run.” For example, the Houston Texans scored defensive tackle Kayden McDonald at No. 36 overall. Great player, amazing pick, but not too far from where he was projected. Same with wide receiver Denzel Boston to the Cleveland Browns at No. 39. Here, we are looking at steals and reaches.
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