Momentum is building ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, and Clemsonfootball could hear its name called early and often if ESPN analyst Jordan Reid is on the right track.
In his final seven-round projection, Reid maps out a strong showing for the Tigers, with eight players coming off the board within the first 195 picks. The breakdown spans the entire draft board, starting with a pair of first-round selections and continuing with contributors in nearly every round through Day 3.
At the top, offensive lineman Blake Miller is positioned as Clemson’s earliest selection. Reid connects him to the Cleveland Browns at No. 24 overall, a landing spot that makes sense given Cleveland’s issues in pass protection. Miller’s long track record as a starter and his physical style could allow him to step in right away on the edge.
Right behind him, edge defender T. J. Parker is forecast to go No. 25 to the Chicago Bears. While his season had some quiet stretches, his pre-draft work helped rebuild momentum. His strength at the point of attack could complement Montez Sweat and give Chicago another option off the edge.
The second round is where Clemson’s defensive talent continues to show up. Reid places defensive tackle Peter Woods with the New York Giants at No. 37, highlighting his ability to bring energy inside. Not long after, cornerback Avieon Terrell is projected to land with Cleveland at No. 39, giving the Browns another versatile piece in the secondary despite his recent injury concerns.
Later on Day 2, wide receiver Antonio Williams is tied to the Philadelphia Eagles at No. 68. His skill set points toward a slot role at the next level, where his quickness and ability after the catch could add depth to Philadelphia’s passing attack.
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Clemson’s presence doesn’t stop there. Reid’s mock also includes defensive tackle DeMonte Capehart going to the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round, running back Adam Randall to the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth, and quarterback Cade Klubnik to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the sixth.
Round 1 opens Thursday night, with Rounds 2 and 3 set for Friday and the remaining selections wrapping up Saturday. If Reid’s projection holds, Clemson could end up being one of the more visible programs throughout the weekend.
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