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Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft: Notable picks and reactions

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Key Selections
The Kansas City Chiefs, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Philadelphia Eagles, and Pittsburgh Steelers made notable picks in the first three rounds.

Kansas City Chiefs: Drafted a defensive back, interior lineman, and edge rusher with their first three picks.

Atlanta Falcons: Selected cornerback Avieon Terrell, who will join his brother A.J. Terrell.

Baltimore Ravens: Drafted wide receiver Ja'Kobi Lane, giving quarterback Lamar Jackson a new receiving target.

Philadelphia Eagles: Traded for linebacker Jonathan Greenard, drafted tight end Eli Stowers and offensive tackle Markel Bell.

Pittsburgh Steelers: Drafted wide receiver Germie Bernard, quarterback Drew Allar, cornerback Daylen Everette, and guard/tackle Gennings Dunker.

Notable Reactions
  • Steve Spagnuolo: The Chiefs' defensive coordinator benefited from the team's defensive picks.
  • Lamar Jackson: The Ravens quarterback gained a new receiving target.
  • Jacoby Brissett: The Cardinals' quarterback may face competition from drafted quarterback Carson Beck.
  • Garrett Nussmeier: The LSU quarterback was not selected in rounds 2 or 3.
  • Jermod McCoy: The Tennessee cornerback was not selected despite a strong 40-yard dash time, reportedly due to concerns about his surgically repaired knee.