2026 NFL Draft order: Bills, Bears, 49ers and Texans turn their attention to the offseason after playoff exits

With only four teams left in the postseason, the full draft order is coming into focus.

And then there were four. The NFC and AFC Championship representatives have been determined, and the winners of those two games will square off in Super Bowl LX.

Just three games remain that will impact where each team picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. The final missing piece in determining the complete order for all seven rounds will be the announcement of compensatory selections, which came on the second Tuesday in March last year.

As a reminder, four teams -- Atlanta, Green Bay, Indianapolis and Jacksonville -- do not own a first-round pick in 2026 due to draft-day trades, including the Micah Parsons and Sauce Gardner deals.

Here is the current 2026 NFL Draft order:

1. Las Vegas Raiders (3-14)

Las Vegas over-extended last offseason by drafting a running back in the top-10 and trading for a 35-year-old quarterback despite having one of the league's worst rosters. As a result, they fired head coach Pete Carroll after one season and are now picking even earlier in the draft. 

2. New York Jets (3-14)

The Jets finished with one of the worst records in the league, but at least they have a plan and put themselves in a position to change the course of their franchise. Over the next two years, New York has five first-round picks. 

3. Arizona Cardinals (3-14)

Arizona made the decision to part with head coach Jonathan Gannon. It would not be a surprise if they moved on from Kyler Murray as well. The problem is that there are not a wealth of options to replace Murray.

4. Tennessee Titans (3-14)

The positive momentum Tennessee had built over the past month came to a frustrating end in the season finale. Still, Cam Ward's strong finish to the 2025 campaign should give Titans fans hope.

5. New York Giants (4-13)

There are reasons to be optimistic about Jaxson Dart's future with the franchise. He brought life to an offense that could have easily wallowed in self-pity following the Malik Nabers and Andrew Thomas injuries. If they get the head coach hire right, then maybe the a bounce back will happen sooner than most would expect.   

6. Cleveland Browns (5-12)

The Browns made the decision to part with head coach Kevin Stefanski after six seasons. He did lead the franchise to its first playoff win post-expansion, but may not be any closer to identifying the quarterback of the future. 

7. Washington Commanders (5-12)

Next season is an easy sell for Washington. If Jayden Daniels returns healthy, then they will be competitive once again, but there are a lot of needs on that roster. An attempt to microwave those weaknesses last offseason did not work out. 

8. New Orleans Saints (6-11)

The Saints' season ended just as fans were clamoring for more of Tyler Shough. He looks like the clear favorite to open next season as the starting quarterback, bringing a level of optimism that simply didn't exist earlier in the year.

9. Kansas City Chiefs (6-11)

Kansas City will enter next season in unfamiliar territory: the hungry underdog. Assuming Patrick Mahomes' full health, there is no reason to believe the Chiefs will not be in the mix again next season. They do have a deteriorating roster that desperately needs a youthful infusion. 

10. Cincinnati Bengals (6-11)

Joe Burrow made a notable attempt to get the Bengals into the playoffs after succumbing to an injury early in the season, but ultimately fell short. The offense will be in a spot to compete next season, but can the defense improve enough this offseason to get them enough stops?

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11. Miami Dolphins (7-10)

Fans can say what they want about the Mike McDaniel era in Miami, but few had such a recognizable aesthetic as the Dolphins' former coach. It is a fresh start for the organization with a new general manager, new head coach and presumably a new quarterback.

12. Dallas Cowboys (7-9-1)

Dallas is once again searching for answers this offseason. Dak Prescott was healthy and the team still failed to reach the playoffs with a new head coach. 

13. Los Angeles Rams via Atlanta Falcons (8-9)

Atlanta fired Raheem Morris as head coach for a second time. They sent their first round pick to Los Angeles as part of the trade up for James Pearce Jr. 

14. Baltimore Ravens (8-9)

For the first time since 2007, the Ravens will have a new head coach after firing John Harbaugh. It sounds as though the franchise chose Lamar Jackson -- who turned 29-years-old one day after Harbaugh's firing -- over the veteran coach. 

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (8-9)

Other organizations have been quick to make a head coaching change, but the Buccaneers are going down the path of firing coordinators rather than a change at the top. 

16. New York Jets via Indianapolis Colts (8-9)

Cornerback Sauce Gardner struggled to stay healthy and the Colts' pick being sent to New York rose precipitously by the week. 

17. Detroit Lions (9-8)

The coaching drain that took place after last season's run was likely understated in the moment given the presence Dan Campbell has over that organization, but that, along with a few veteran offensive line departures, led to a much more tumultuous season.

18. Minnesota Vikings (9-8)

J.J. McCarthy's season was volatile, which was once the expectation for a young quarterback. Recent rookie performances from Jayden Daniels and C.J. Stroud set unrealistic expectations for the majority. Caleb Williams is proof that situation matters. 

19. Carolina Panthers (8-9)

The team with the worst record in the NFL Playoffs, but also a home game, was the first punted from the postseason. Although not a desirable conclusion, the Panthers have to be pleased with how the season played out. 

20. Dallas Cowboys via Green Bay Packers (9-7-1)

The team with the second worst record in the NFL Playoffs was also dispatched after building a 21-3 lead over the division rival Bears. It is going to be an interesting offseason for the Packers. 

21. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-7)

The Steelers couldn't do anything against an elite Texans defense as the team suffered its seventh straight playoff loss.

22. Los Angeles Chargers (11-6)

The Chargers are headed home for the season after falling to the Patriots in the wild card round.

23. Philadelphia Eagles (11-6)

A frustrating season, for fans and receivers alike, came to an end Sunday against the 49ers. The Eagles will be doing some soul searching this offseason. 

24. Cleveland Browns via Jacksonville Jaguars (13-4)

The Jaguars have every reason to celebrate their accomplishments this season. Yes, they lost in the wild card round as the home team, but a year ago, they were making preparations for the No. 5 overall pick. The future is bright for a team who played most of this season without No. 2 overall selection Travis Hunter.

25. Chicago Bears (11-6)

The Bears forced overtime on yet another miraculous, game-tying throw by Caleb Williams, but the last of his three interceptions proved costly, setting up the Rams' game-winning field goal in the divisional round.

26. Buffalo Bills (12-5)

The stage was set for Josh Allen to excel in a playoff setting that excluded the likes of Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow and Lamar Jackson, but it ended the same as every other year -- in heartbreak.

27. San Francisco 49ers (12-5)

San Francisco's divisional round game against the Seahawks was never in question. The Seahawks scored the game's first 17 points, and the 49ers were outscored 17-0 in the second half as well. The franchise has big questions to answer this offseason.

28. Houston Texans (12-5)

C.J. Stroud completed four passes to the opposition Sunday afternoon, which left the margins for victory very slim. Despite those issues, Houston maintained striking distance for most of the game, but the Patriots pulled away late. 

29. Los Angeles Rams (12-5)

Chicago's snow slowed Matthew Stafford and the high-flying Rams offense, but they did enough in overtime to survive the Bears and advance to the NFC Championship Game.

30. New England Patriots (14-3)

Drake Maye was not immune to his own turnover tendencies. He threw an interception and lost two of his four fumbles. However, the stage is set for them to advance to the Super Bowl given Denver will be playing a backup at quarterback next week. 

31. Denver Broncos (14-3)

Denver suffered the rare win that feels like a loss. It was learned after the game that Bo Nix had broken his ankle and would miss the AFC Championship. 

32. Seattle Seahawks (14-3)

Seattle returns to the NFC Championship game for the first time since 2014 after drubbing the 49ers on Saturday night.

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place April 23–25 in Pittsburgh. More draft coverage is available at CBSSports.com, including weekly mock drafts and regular looks at eligible prospects.