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NFL Draft 2026 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s definitive scouting reports and player rankings
Dane Brugler’s in-depth scouting reports and rankings for more than 2,700 prospects. Quarterbacks, wide receivers, edge rushers, the top 100 overall and more — all in one place.
Some Beast nuggets:
- Fano is the highest ranked OL
- Tate is 10th on the big board
- Tyson, Concepcion, and Cooper are neck and neck in the 20's
- Ty Simpson is 42nd
- Malachi Fields is 58th (about right)
- Chris Brazelle is at 96th (lol)
- Markel Bell at 98th
- Nuss is QB3
- Cole Payton > Carson Beck
- The ND RB's are RB1 and RB2
- The order of the OT's goes Fano, Mauigoa, Freeling, Proctor, Lomu, Miller
- Jennings Dunker is listed as a G
QB1
Fernando Mendoza
Indiana
The clear QB1: intuition, throwing accuracy and confidence are superpowers.
QB2
Ty Simpson
Alabama
A Daniel Jones with fewer physical traits; mid-level starter at best, backup at worst.
QB3
Garrett Nussmeier
LSU
An aggressive competitor whose throws can win games — and lose them, too.
QB4
Drew Allar
Penn State
Impressive size and arm strength, but passing instincts need improvement.
QB5
Cole Payton
North Dakota State
A dynamic dual-threat prospect who will need reps and time to develop.
QB6
Carson Beck
Miami
A cerebral, experienced pocket passer, but may struggle playing out of structure.
QB7
Taylen Green
Arkansas
Boasts an amazing highlight reel — and 37 turnovers in the last two seasons.
QB8
Cade Klubnik
Clemson
Adequate arm talent but inconsistent pocket presence; on track to be a backup.
QB9
Haynes King
Georgia Tech
Needs to see things much faster to make it in the NFL, but may make it as a backup.
QB10
Joe Fagnano
UConn
A fundamentally sound passer who projects as an NFL reserve.



