NFL Draft 2026 winners and losers: Jets, Giants load up; Cardinals ignore bigger needs

The 2026 NFL Draft first round featured seven teams making multiple picks, with eight trades executed during the night. The New York Jets led all teams with three first-round selections, beginning with David Bailey picked at No. 2 overall. The Arizona Cardinals drew criticism for ignoring more pressing roster needs, while teams like the Jets and Giants were considered among the night's biggest winners.