Eric Edholm: Bills High In Latest Power Rankings, Breaking Down 2026 NFL Draft Class

NFL.com lead draft writer Eric Edholm joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the overall theme of the Bills draft, selecting 10 players and the value they found in their selections. He then discussed his overall takeaways from the draft, the Bills defensive talent added, and the projection of this year's draft class.

NFL Films Senior Producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live to recap Buffalo's 2026 draft class. He shared his thoughts on the defensive haul for the Bills and they might fit in to Jim Leonhard's system. He went on to talk about the versatile skillset of WR Skyler Bell, LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr's upside, and safety Jalon Kilgore's position flexibility. Finally, he shared his thoughts on DT Zane Durant, CB Toriano Pride Jr., and OL Ar'maj Reed-Adams.

Bills GM and President of Football Operations Brandon Beane joined One Bills Live. He discussed the defensive haul in the draft, the youth movement he wanted on that side of the ball, and the multiple trades he made that led to value selections. He went on to talk about the players selected he was surprised were still available, including the versatility he saw in WR Skyler Bell. Finally, he talked about the skillset they brought in along the defensive line.

NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter joined One Bills Live. He talked his team draft grades and why he gave the Bills an 'A' for their haul. He talked about the value Buffalo received with their selections after multiple trades and the players he liked the most. Finally, he discussed the talent the team brought on, specifically on the defensive side of the ball.

NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live. He discussed the top prospects still available as we head into Rounds 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft. He shared his evaluation of Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy, safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren out of Toledo, Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald, DT Christen Miller from Georgia, Texas A&M Edge Cashius Howell, Arizona DB Treydan Stukes, and Miami DB Keionte Scott. He also talked about the best fit for the Bills at LB.

Maddy Glab and Chris Brown discussed the trio of trades the Bills made within the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. They discussed the impact of trading out, what's left on the board talent wise, and the total number of picks they acquired heading into day two.

National College Football Insider from The Athletic Bruce Feldman joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on how he could see the early part of the first round playing out in this year's NFL Draft, his intel from NFL scouts on the most polarizing players in this year's class, and his latest mock draft where the Bills find a productive Edge rusher. He went on to talk about the wide receiver group and interesting product Uar Bernard from Nigeria's International Player Pathway program. Finally, he discussed the possible movement we could see atop the first round of the draft.

Steve Tasker took his swing at a mock draft simulator to project who the Bills will select in the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL Network draft analyst Charles Davis joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on this year's class and how teams may approach the first round. He then discussed the Bills needs as they near Thursday night, the possibility of trading out of the first round, and the value difference from late in the first to early/mid second round. Finally, he talked about the depth at certain positions, where we could see a run, and why he could see Buffalo targeting a pass rusher in this year's draft.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker broke down Maddy's latest Mock Draft Watch where she tallied draft analysts' top pick for the Bills with their first round selection. They looked at the top positions that were targeted, including Edge, wide receiver, and defensive tackle. The two then discussed the top 3 players that might be a fit for Buffalo at 26th overall, Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion, LB Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech, and Edge Akheem Mesidor out of Miami.

NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live to break down and assess the top defensive tackle prospects and which players may be a fit for the Bills. He discussed Gracen Halton out of Oklahoma, Georgia's Christen Miller, Lee Hunter from Texas Tech, Kayden McDonald out of Ohio State, Caleb Banks from Florida, Missouri's Chris McClellan, Peter Woods from Clemson and Landon Robinson out of Navy.

NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter joined One Bills Live one week ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. He laid out his five-round mock draft, discussed how he sees the Bills filling roster needs, and how the DJ Moore trade might affect Buffalo's plans at pick No. 26. Finally. he talked about what type of talent will be available in the later rounds.

Maddy Glab and Steve Tasker broke down Maddy's latest Mock Draft Watch where she tallied draft analysts' top pick for the Bills with their first round selection. They looked at the top positions that were targeted, including wide receiver, linebacker, Edge, cornerback, and offensive line. The two then discussed four players that might be a fit for Buffalo at 26th overall, Edge Malachi Lawrence out of UCF, Illinois Edge Gabe Jacas, CB Avieon Terrell from Clemson, and interior offensive lineman Chase Bisontis out of Texas A&M.

Essential Sports NFL Draft analyst Tony Pauline joined One Bills Live. He talked about his final preparation ahead of next week's first round, how things might have changed with the top prospects, and what he's hearing about teams looking to move around the draft board. He went on to discuss his big board, the top cornerback prospects, and the possible run he could see at various position groups. He then addressed his latest mock draft and what he sees as the biggest needs for the Bills.

The Athletic NFL Draft analyst Dane Brugler joined One Bills Live. He dissected his 2026 NFL Draft Guide called 'The Beast' where he laid out over 400 prospect profiles, 2,700 rankings, and 45,000 verified measurements. He went on to discuss the premium position groups, where the value may land, specifically at receiver and edge rushers and his favorite prospects in this year's class. Finally, he discussed why Washington WR Denzel Boston might be a fit for Buffalo and why he expects pass rushers to fly off the draft board in the first few rounds.

NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live. He analyzed the top linebacker prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft including Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas, CJ Allen from Georgia, Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech, Pitt's Kyle Louis, Jimmy Rolder of Michigan, Missouri's Josiah Trotter and TCU's Kaleb Elarms-Orr.

Maddy Glab, Chris Brown, and Steve Tasker broke down Maddy's latest Mock Draft Watch where she tallied draft analyst's top pick for the Bills with their first round selection. They looked at the top positions that were targeted, including wide receiver, linebacker, Edge, and safety. The two then discussed the top 3 players that might be a fit for Buffalo at 26th overall, WR Jordyn Tyson out of Arizona State, EDGE Cashius Howell from Texas A&M, and Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald.

The Athletic senior NFL writer Ted Nguyen joined One Bills Live. He discussed his NFL Draft WR rankings where he broke them down by position type, Z/flankers, slot receivers and X receivers and ordered them where they actually play. He went on to talk about the safety and DB class in the draft and the Bills acquisition of WR DJ Moore.

NFL Draft analyst and co-host of the NFL Stock Exchange podcast Trevor Sikkema joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the defensive line class in this year's draft and the linebacker and EDGE prospects that could fit the Bills. He then shared his thoughts on if Buffalo can move down the draft board and the possible trade partners to move out of the first round.

CBS Sports NFL/draft analyst Ryan Wilson joined One Bills Live. He discussed some possible fits for the Bills in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live to discuss and analyze the top EDGE prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. He discussed Texas A&M's Cashius Howell, R Mason Thomas out of Oklahoma, Clemson's T.J. Parker, Derrick Moore from Michigan, Zion Young out of Missouri, UCF's Malachi Lawrence, and Auburn's Keldric Faulk. Finally, he discussed how the Bills can change their roster under DC Jim Leonhard and a new system.

NFL Network senior writer Jeffri Chadiha joined One Bills Live. He shared his thoughts on the Bills acquisition of WR DJ Moore, the changeover under Joe Brady, and the defensive adjustments with new DC Jim Leonhard. He went on to discuss the impactful free agents that are still available and the attitude shift we could see from the Bills. Finally, he went around the NFL to talk about the winners and losers from this offseason.

NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell joined One Bills Live to share his 2026 NFL Draft prospect breakdowns on the WR class. He analyzed what he's seen from KC Concepcion (Texas A&M), Denzel Boston (Washington), Omar Cooper Jr. (Indiana), Skyler Bell (UConn), Germie Bernard (Alabama), Ted Hurst (Georgia State), Chris Bell (Louisville) and Chris Brazzell II (Tennessee).

CBS Sports Senior NFL writer Pete Prisco joined One Bills Live. He shared his overall thoughts on this year's draft class and discussed his latest mock where he had the Bills selecting EDGE Cashius Howell out of Texas A&M. He also revealed his Power Rankings and why he has optimism for the Bills this season under Joe Brady and defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard. Finally, he talked about the Bills additions in free agency and their remaining roster needs.

Bills Senior Vice President of Design, Stadium Operations Frank Cravotta joined One Bills Live to discuss the recent render drawing and design concept behind the bison statues out front of Highmark Stadium. He discussed the importance of the entire Family Circle, which also pays honor to the history of the area and to Bills Wall of Famers. He also went on to discuss updates in the interior of the stadium as they approach the official opening.