Jared Smola – 2026 Mock Draft Prediction
When will Jared Smola publish his 2026 NFL mock draft? Based on his historical timing pattern, here’s our prediction.
Predicted 2026 Mock Draft Drop Date
Wednesday–Thursday, April 22–23, 2026
Day Before or Draft Day · Pittsburgh, PA
Why this date? Smola has consistently published his mock draft on the day before or the morning of Round 1. The 2026 NFL Draft begins on Thursday, April 23 in Pittsburgh, so expect his mock to drop around April 22–23, 2026.
Historical Mock Draft Drop Dates
Smola publishes his single annual mock draft on or just before draft day. The 2026 NFL Draft begins on Thursday, April 23 in Pittsburgh.