Mike Mayock Profile

NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock was there to witness and analyze every pick in the second and third rounds of the 2018 NFL Draft on Friday night. Here are his five takeaways from Day 2.

Mike Mayock breaks down every selection in Day Two of the 2018 NFL Draft, from the predictable picks to the unexpected trades. Follow along below as we update live!

NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock was there to witness and analyze all 32 picks in Thursday's first round of the 2018 draft. Here are his five takeaways from a fascinating Day 1.

Mike Mayock breaks down every selection in the 2018 NFL Draft, from the predictable picks to the unexpected trades. Follow along below as we update live!

With only hours to go until teams are officially on the clock, here's Mike Mayock's mock for the opening round of 2018 NFL Draft. Who will the Cleveland Browns select at No. 1 overall?

There's movement at marquee positions like running back, wide receiver, edge rusher and cornerback in Mike Mayock's latest rankings.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock unveils his initial position-by-position rankings for the 2018 NFL Draft.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock unveils his initial position-by-position rankings for the 2018 NFL Draft.

Which NFL draft prospects caught Mike Mayock's eye during the week of practices at the Senior Bowl? See his take on Baker Mayfield, Josh Allen and other top talents.

Have a look at which prospects stood out most to NFL.com draft expert Mike Mayock during the week of practices at the East-West Shrine Game.

Mike Mayock breaks down every selection in the 2017 NFL Draft, from the predictable picks to the wild trades. Follow along as we update live!

In his first and only mock draft, Mike Mayock predicts several first-round twists and turns, including a pair of trades that land teams their quarterbacks of the future. Check out all 32 picks.

There's big movement across the board in Mike Mayock's latest positional rankings, including a new No. 1 at quarterback, wide receiver and safety.

There's big movement across the board in Mike Mayock's latest positional rankings, including a new No. 1 at quarterback, wide receiver and safety.

There's a new No. 1 at running back, safety and cornerback, as well as movement all over the board, in Mike Mayock's latest positional rankings.

There's a new No. 1 at running back, safety and cornerback, as well as movement all over the board, in Mike Mayock's latest positional rankings.

Deshaun Watson is the first quarterback off the board in Bucky Brooks' latest mock draft, but the first-round QB parade doesn't end there. Plus, Joe Mixon makes an appearance in Round 1.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock unveils his initial position-by-position rankings for the 2017 NFL Draft.

Day 1 is in the books at the Senior Bowl, and already some players have risen above others. Mike Mayock runs down five who made solid first impressions on the first day of practices.

A small-school quarterback and Pac-12 receiver are among the prospects that grabbed Mike Mayock's attention on Wednesday. See which players are standing out at the Shrine Game.

A defensive end from Florida Atlantic is stealing the show at practices for Saturday's East-West Shrine Game. Find out who else is catching Mike Mayock's eye at the annual all-star game.

NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock breaks down each first-round selection in the 2016 NFL Draft and how those prospects fit with their new teams.

A slide out of the top 10 for UCLA LB Myles Jack isn't the only major surprise that awaits in Mike Mayock's first (and only) mock draft. Take a look at his entire first-round projection.

Mike Mayock reveals his final positional top-five rankings on the eve of the 2016 NFL Draft. Find out who's on the move as teams put the finishing touches on their preparations for the big event.

CB William Jackson and DE Kevin Dodd are among the risers, while edge player Noah Spence slides, in Mike Mayock's new position-by-position top-5 rankings.

CB William Jackson and DE Kevin Dodd are among the risers, while edge player Noah Spence slides, in Mike Mayock's new position-by-position top-5 rankings.

Find out who's up and who's down in Mike Mayock's post-pro days positional top-five rankings for the 2016 NFL Draft.

Find out who's up and who's down in Mike Mayock's post-pro days positional top-five rankings for the 2016 NFL Draft.

Find out who's on the move in Mike Mayock's post-combine positional top-five rankings for the 2016 NFL Draft.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock unveils his initial position-by-position rankings for the 2016 NFL Draft.

NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock offers his insight on some of the key prospects at East-West Shrine Game practice, including an unheralded tight end prospect who has caught scouts' attention.

NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock offers his insight on some of the key prospects at East-West Shrine Game practice, including the intriguingly versatile Devon Cajuste from Stanford.

There's big movement across the board in Mike Mayock's latest positional rankings, including a new No. 1 at quarterback, wide receiver and safety.

In his final positional rankings before the 2015 NFL Draft, Mike Mayock sees no change at the top of his top 5 quarterbacks but adds a new name at the bottom.

Leonard Williams holds the No. 1 spot on Mike Mayock's list of the top 100 prospects heading into the draft. Find out where Jameis Winston, Marcus Mariota and other marquee talents landed.

For the entire draft season, Alabama's Landon Collins has been considered the top safety in the draft. Mike Mayock's latest position rankings reveal a shift in that thinking.

Most analysts peg Jameis Winston to be the No. 1 pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, but Mike Mayock's latest position rankings reveal that Winston might not even be the top quarterback in the draft.

Change isn't always good, especially for those prospects who fell out of Mike Mayock's latest position rankings. But for one ex-QB, it was very good, as he debuts at No. 4 among tight ends.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock unveils his initial position-by-position rankings for the 2015 NFL Draft.

Khalil Mack leads NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock's top 100 prospects heading into the 2014 NFL Draft. Where do Jadeveon Clowney, Johnny Manziel and other top prospects land?

Mike Mayock released his updated NFL draft rankings, with a pair of Notre Dame standouts experiencing a boost at their respective positions in the days leading up to the 2014 NFL Draft.

Mike Mayock released his updated NFL draft rankings Monday, and no position had more movement than quarterback. It was particularly bad news for one QB who continues to free-fall.

Mike Mayock updated his prospect rankings for the 2014 NFL Draft. See which prospects are at the top of their positions, including defensive end Jadeveon Clowney.

Following the events of the 2014 NFL Scouting Combine, Mike Mayock updated his prospect rankings for the 2014 NFL Draft, which included some serious shifting among the receiver group.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock unveils his position-by-position rankings for the 2014 NFL Draft. Quarterback is just one position with plenty of intrigue.

Central Michigan offensive tackle Eric Fisher leads NFL Network draft analyst Mike Mayock's top 100 prospects heading into the 2013 NFL Draft. Where does Oregon pass rusher Dion Jordan rank?

Mike Mayock updated his 2013 NFL Draft prospect rankings, with Houston's D.J. Hayden rising from a near-death experience in the 2012 season to the draft's top-rated cornerback.

Mike Mayock updated his 2013 NFL Draft prospect rankings with Central Michigan's Eric Fisher surging past Texas A&M's Luke Joeckel as the top offensive tackle.

Mike Mayock updated his 2013 NFL Draft prospect rankings with Houston cornerback D.J. Hayden, who could go from a near-death experience to possible first-round pick.

With the NFL Scouting Combine in the rear-view mirror, Mike Mayock updates his prospect rankings for the 2013 NFL Draft. Does Geno Smith remain the top quarterback?

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock unveils his position-by-position rankings for the 2013 NFL Draft. Where does USC quarterback Matt Barkley fall?

Mike Mayock has had a busy summer, traveling from camp to camp, evaluating players and teams as he prepares for another season of Thursday Night Football. What did he learn? Let's find out.

Thirty-two picks down, 221 to go. Who are the best players available entering the second round of the 2012 NFL Draft? Mike Mayock provides his top prospects left, including LSU receiver Rueben Randle.

With the 2012 NFL Draft just days away, Mike Mayock unveiled his top 100 prospect rankings, and Syracuse DE Chandler Jones cracks the top 10.

With the draft nearly here, Mike Mayock updates his position-by-position rankings for the 2012 NFL Draft, and some players with troubling off-the-field issues drop off the board.

With the NFL Scouting Combine completed, Mike Mayock updates his position-by-position rankings for the 2012 NFL Draft. See who rose and who fell in the aftermath of combine.

With the NFL Scouting Combine just around the corner, Mike Mayock updates his position-by-position rankings for the 2012 NFL Draft. Athletic pass rusher Melvin Ingram jumps up the board.

Draft evaluation already is in full swing during Senior Bowl week, and Mike Mayock gives his early position-by-position rankings. It's the year of the tight end in the NFL, so who's the top prospect there?

While the Panthers hope Cam Newton can breathe some life into their offense, the Bucs are hoping the two defensive ends they took early can stay healthy. Mike Mayock breaks down the NFC South's draft haul.

While the Seahawks found some missing pieces along their offensive line, new 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh found a quarterback to develop. Mike Mayock breaks down the NFC West's draft haul.

While the Eagles drafted Canadian firefighter Danny Watkins with their top pick, the Redskins made 12 selections, three of which were on wide receivers. Mike Mayock breaks down the NFC East's draft haul.

While the Packers added a wide receiver and running back to Aaron Rodgers' arsenal, the Lions continued to beef up their defensive line. Mike Mayock breaks down the NFC North's draft haul.

While the Texans used their first five picks on defenders, the Titans put their faith in quarterback Jake Locker to someday lead their franchise. Mike Mayock breaks down the AFC South draft's haul.

While the Steelers got a talent infusion on both sides of of their line, the Browns made some fascinating maneuvers to land DT Phil Taylor. Mike Mayock breaks down the AFC North's draft haul.

While the Chargers drafted defense early, the Raiders looked to upgrade their offensive line, then took some of the fastest players available. Mike Mayock breaks down the AFC West's draft haul.

While the Jets' defense got younger and faster up front, the Dolphins added some pieces to their offense. Mike Mayock reviews the AFC East's 2011 draft haul.

This is a list of the best 32 players in the 2011 NFL Draft. Not necessarily the order, but the top 32 players in this year's draft.

Ranking the top five prospects by position

I fully expect the Rams to take Sam Bradford at No. 1. After that, however, a big decision has to be made by Detroit. Another such spot is at No. 7, where the Browns will mull a number of options.

There is a shuffle among the top five QBs in the draft. Rising is Florida's Tim Tebow, who beat out Colt McCoy for third. Find out the other small-school signal-caller who sneaked onto the list.

Oklahoma DT Gerald McCoy and Nebraska DT Ndamukong Suh are the top two prospects in this draft class, but who comes in at No. 3? The answer to that question might surprise you.

Find out who's up, who's down and who has been dropped from the list completely as the latest positional rankings are revealed. One player on the move up: Stanford RB Toby Gerhart.

Players such as Oklahoma offensive tackle Trent Williams used a strong combine performance to rise up the latest positional rankings for the 2010 draft class.

Attempting to match up players with team needs, NFL Network's Mike Mayock tackled half the NFL's teams. You might be surprised how highly he values Dez Bryant.

Virginia offensive tackle Eugene Monroe is the highest-rated player in Mike Mayock's list of the top 20 draft prospects. Check out the rest of the list.

Who is the highest-rated quarterback in this year's draft? What about the best linebacker? Here's a breakdown of the top five college prospects at each position.

It's time for one last look at the first round of the NFL Draft. Find out who is going where.