NFL Mock Draft: Final projections for the entire NFC North

Our final mock draft for the NFC North division is here, with picks for all four teams.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 6:18pm

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This article provides a full seven-round mock draft for each team in the NFC North division ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The picks cover the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings, highlighting the top prospects each team is expected to target.

Why it matters

The NFC North is one of the most competitive divisions in the NFL, so understanding how each team plans to address their needs through the draft is crucial for fans and analysts alike. This comprehensive mock draft gives valuable insight into the strategies and priorities of the division's franchises as they look to improve their rosters for the upcoming season.

The details

The mock draft covers all seven rounds for each NFC North team, with the Bears selecting defensive lineman Kayden McDonald, cornerback Treydan Stukes, and wide receiver Chris Brazzell II among their top picks. The Lions focus on bolstering their offensive line and defense, taking tackle Monroe Feeling and edge rusher R Mason Thomas early. The Packers target cornerback Keith Abney II and edge rusher Keyron Crawford, while the Vikings look to strengthen their secondary and passing game with safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren and wide receiver Germie Bernard.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26, 2026.

The players

Kayden McDonald

A defensive lineman from Ohio State University.

Treydan Stukes

A cornerback from the University of Arizona.

Chris Brazzell II

A wide receiver from the University of Tennessee.

Monroe Feeling

An offensive tackle from the University of Georgia.

R Mason Thomas

An edge rusher from the University of Oklahoma.

Keith Abney II

A cornerback from Arizona State University.

Keyron Crawford

An edge rusher from Auburn University.

Emmanuel McNeil-Warren

A safety from the University of Toledo.

Germie Bernard

A wide receiver from the University of Alabama.

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What they’re saying

“By doing that, it accomplishes two things: the first is that fans get to know what the team needs, and the other opponents in the division have, but also, you get to know more names in college football.”

— Andrew Harbaugh, Author

What’s next

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 24-26, 2026, where the teams in the NFC North will look to address their needs and build their rosters for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

This comprehensive NFC North mock draft provides valuable insight into the strategies and priorities of the division's franchises as they look to improve their rosters through the 2026 NFL Draft. By covering all seven rounds for each team, fans and analysts can better understand the key needs and target prospects for the Bears, Lions, Packers, and Vikings as they aim to compete in one of the league's most competitive divisions.