The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh was filled with excitement and memorable moments. Mendoza was selected first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders, confirming his status as a top prospect. Love, selected third by the Arizona Cardinals, became the highest-drafted running back in the franchise's history, matching Garrison Hearst's record from 1993. The draft also highlighted Ohio State's dominance, with Reese, Carnell Tate, and Sonny Styles all making it into the top 10, marking the second time the program achieved this feat in the common draft era. Additionally, Caleb Downs' selection at No. 11 made Ohio State the third school to have four players in the top 11 picks since the draft's inception. The youngest player selected was just 20 years and 236 days old, making him one of the youngest top-five picks since 2000.