Ahead of the start of the NFL scouting combine on Thursday, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. has released his latest mock draft with no change at the very top.

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine continued with its third day of draft prospect testing on Feb. 28. USA TODAY Sports provided live updates.

The 2025 NFL season is in the books, with the Seahawks handling the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX. While Seattle celebrates its second Super Bowl victory, the other 31 teams look to be in the same position next February.

In his first mock of the 2026 NFL Draft, Charles Davis projects a surprising slide for one of the top talents in the class. Check out his full first-round projection, 1-32.

Could teams approach this draft differently with few star prospects at premium positions?

Here are the highest overall grades for edge rushers, defensive tackles and linebackers from Thursday's participants at the 2026 NFL Combine.

In his first mock of the 2026 NFL Draft, Gennaro Filice defies "positional value," predicting a running back, linebacker and safety come off the board in the top 10. Check out his full first-round projection,

Indiana Hoosiers star quarterback Fernando Mendoza revealed what he wants to learn from Tom Brady if the Raiders draft him.