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Kiper's latest mock has Carnell Tate rising to No. 3 among 2026 NFL draft wide receivers after declarions from underclassmen.
Tate posted growing receiving totals across 2023–2025, culminating in 51 catches for 875 yards and nine TDs in 2025.
Kiper praised Tate's route running, hands and body control as assets NFL teams value.
Tate arrived at Ohio State as a five-star recruit and the top receiver in the 2023 cycle.
Projections place Tate with the New York Giants at No. 5 overall in Kiper's mock.
Tate's 2024 season placed him behind Egbuka and Jeremiah Smith but ahead of other peers.
The 2026 NFL draft is scheduled for April 23–25 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Tate's college production rose notably in 2025, earning multiple All-America recognitions.
The report notes Tate’s willingness to block as a trait NFL coaches value.
Overall, Tate is positioned as the top wide receiver in Kiper’s rankings entering 2026.

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Mel Kiper Jr. believes the Jets should consider Ty Simpson with the No. 16 pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
Kiper cites Simpson’s traits—competitiveness, smarts, accuracy and pocket awareness—as reasons for the fit in New York.
Kiper notes Simpson’s upside could be high if he’s developed with the right support around him.
Kiper also points to concerns: Simpson has only 15 career starts and limited experience.
The mock draft context also shows alternative Jets targets and paths in the first round.
Kiper’s comparison for Simpson includes Tony Romo as a pro-style reference.
Simpson led Alabama to the College Football Playoff, throwing 28 TDs and 5 interceptions with 64.5% accuracy.
The SEC championship loss to Georgia and CFP quarterfinal loss to Indiana are cited as late-season dips.
Kiper’s full mock includes other Jets selections and moves around the draft board.
The piece frames Simpson as a high-ceiling option if development and surrounding talent improve.

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