Mel Kiper Jr. – 2026 Mock Draft Prediction

When will Mel Kiper Jr. publish his 2026 final mock draft? Kiper typically publishes his final first-round mock on the morning of the NFL Draft on ESPN. Based on historical patterns, here’s our prediction.

Historical Mock Draft Drop Dates

Kiper publishes multiple mock draft versions throughout the offseason, with his final mock typically appearing on ESPN the morning of draft day. His final mock is the one scored by accuracy trackers.