NFL Draft complete, it's time to flip the projections to the first, way-too-early, first-round mock draft for 2026.Next year's class of prospects is just starting to develop its overall pro promise, but there are some NFL-ready talents who stand out as players to watch ahead of next April's first round.

The Arizona Cardinals lost Will Hernandez this past offseason and is currently projected to start 2024 third-round pick Isaiah Adams and six-year veteran Evan Brown at guard this year. Adams had a decent but not great rookie campaign while Brown has been a journeyman over the last few years.

NFL Draft is still warm, but it is never too early to familiarize one self with the prospects who could be a part of next year's class. Rather than consider this a concrete projection about where these players will be taken a year from now,