The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and several former Auburn Tigers are hoping to be selected and begin their pro careers.
Defensive end Keldric Faulk is the only ex-Auburn player projected to be taken in Thursday’s first round, with some mocks sending him as high as No. 11 overall to the Miami Dolphins.
As for the other former Auburn players, they’ll likely wait until Friday or Saturday to get the call. Below are the final mock draft predictions for four Auburn alumni from ESPN, CBS Sports, The Athletic, and NFL.com.
Keldric Faulk
NFL.com scouting report: “Faulk has a long, developing build, solid athleticism, and the versatility to line up in multiple fronts once he adds more strength. He’s a high-character, culture-driving player whose age (turns 21 in September), traits, and technical foundation boost his grade. A fluid mover, he slips past blocks with finesse but needs more forceful initial punches to hold the edge against the run.”
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ESPN: 1st round (No. 30) – Dolphins
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CBS Sports: 1st round (No. 22) – Chargers
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The Athletic: 1st round (No. 11) – Dolphins
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NFL.com: 1st round (No. 25) – Dolphins
Connor Lew
NFL.com scouting report: “A team captain recovering from an October 2025 ACL tear. Lew bends naturally and has more foot speed and athleticism than Auburn’s run scheme showcases. He possesses strong hands and core power to neutralize defenders, climbs to the second level smoothly, but is only an average drive blocker and must improve consistency in pass protection to avoid over-setting.”
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ESPN: 3rd round (No. 82) – Vikings
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CBS Sports: 3rd round (No. 89) – Bears
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The Athletic: 4th round (No. 101) – Titans
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NFL.com: 4th round (No. 115) – Ravens
Keyron Crawford
NFL.com scouting report: “A stand-up outside linebacker with plus athletic traits, Crawford still needs development to reach his ceiling. He only began playing football as a high school senior and is raw in terms of instincts and technique. A former basketball player, he plays with toughness and relentless energy as a pass rusher, though he’s not yet ready to hold the edge in the NFL.”
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ESPN: 3rd round (No. 65) – Cardinals
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CBS Sports: 4th round (No. 116) – Buccaneers
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The Athletic: 2nd round (No. 64) – Seahawks
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NFL.com: 3rd round (No. 81) – Jaguars
Jeremiah Wright
NFL.com scouting report: “A power-oriented right guard who brings excellent strength at the point of attack. Concerns exist about his hand placement and pass protection, but he has the size and power to thrive in NFL gap and power schemes, playing with a nasty, finishing attitude.”
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ESPN: 5th round (No. 143) – Cardinals
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CBS Sports: 7th round (No. 241) – Bears
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The Athletic: 6th round (No. 191) – Patriots
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NFL.com: 6th round (No. 188) – Seahawks
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