The 2026 NFL draft is set to commence on Thursday night, as the three-day event will place outgoing college football players into the professional ranks. Though Michigan football is expected to have a solid contingent learn their futures over the course of the next three days, there are not any who are anticipated to go in the first round on Thursday.
ESPN's Jordan Reid put out a full seven-round mock draft to preview who he thinks will go and where, and he has seven former Wolverines being selected on Friday and Saturday. While there are some notable players omitted (edge rusher TJ Guy, offensive linemen Greg Crippen and Giovanni El-Hadi, linebacker Ernest Hausmann, wide receiver Donaven McCulley, defensive tackles Damon Payne and Tré Williams), there are seven he expects to be taken.
The Lions ranked 26th in the NFL in pass rush win rate last season (32%) despite having second-team All-Pro edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson. Moore had 10 sacks last season and could replace the departed Al-Quadin Muhammad as Detroit's secondary pass rusher.
70. Cleveland Browns: Jaishawn Barham, Edge/LB, Michigan
Barham's stock has risen after he switched from off-ball linebacker to edge rusher last season. He plays the game with violent intentions and could contribute immediately in Cleveland.
122. Atlanta Falcons (from PHI): Rayshaun Benny, DT, Michigan
130. Miami Dolphins (from DEN): Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan
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