Field Yates’ top‑10 prospects

Field Yates’ updated top‑10 on his March big board names Fernando Mendoza (QB), David Bailey (EDGE), Arvell Reese (LB), Carnell Tate (WR), Caleb Downs (S), Francis Mauigoa (OT), Jeremiyah Love (RB), Sonny Styles (LB), Mansoor Delane (CB) and Rueben Bain (EDGE). (NFL Mock Draft Database — ) Yates’ top‑10 features two edge rushers (David Bailey, Rueben Bain), two linebackers (Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles), one offensive tackle (Francis Mauigoa) and one wide receiver (Carnell Tate), underscoring positional concentration at the front of his board. (NFL Mock Draft Database — ) The 2026 NFL Draft is officially scheduled for April 23–25 in Pittsburgh with Round 1 on April 23, which is 33 days from March 21, 2026. (NFL — ) Yates said his board moved after the first wave of free‑agency signings; analysts pointed to the Kansas City Chiefs’ March signing of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III as an example of a move that reduces the likelihood some teams will chase a top‑10 running back like Jeremiyah Love. (ESPN draft analysis — ) (USATODAY on Walker signing — ) Arizona, which holds the No. 3 overall pick, has been active in March free agency with multiple short‑term signings including offensive‑line additions and receiver depth moves, actions analysts say could alter whether the Cardinals prioritize an OT, WR or another position at No. 3. (Arizona Cardinals/ESPN free‑agency tracker — ) (AzCardinals release on pick — ) Yates reiterated the March big board is his personal talent ranking — not a literal prediction of draft slots — and said his final rankings will be issued in April after remaining pro days and workouts conclude. (ESPN — )