The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching fast and league scouts are solidifying their big boards. Offensive Lineman Francis Mauigoa could be among the players who hear their name called early in Pittsburgh this week when the NFL welcomes its newest class of rookies.
USA TODAY Sports has all the latest on where the prospect out of Miami (FL) may land.
Here's how USA TODAY's latest mock draft currently projects draft day will play out for the former college star.
Its another tricky spot to anticipate. GM Andrew Berry has already signaled hed like to trade down and, yeah, its fun to connect the dots given the smoke thats formed around a potential swap with the Cowboys. But such a deal makes a whole lot more sense for Cleveland than Dallas and surely someone will speak truth to power (Jerry Jones) in Big D. Barring such a gambit, the most sensible move for the Browns here is probably to complete this years offensive line overhaul by taking this years best offensive lineman. And while the mauling Mauigoa was purely a right tackle the past three seasons for the Hurricanes, hes the kind of tone-setter any offense would want and Berry has said Cleveland pays little attention to the right tackle vs. left tackle debate. But installing Mauigoa on the right side would be plug-and-play while recently acquired Tytus Howard could man left tackle, which hes done before in the NFL. If that doesnt work? Howard kicks inside a year from now, and Berry makes a run at another left tackle.
Mauigoa offers years of experience at right tackle with a powerful frame and very strong hands at 6-foot-6 and 325 pounds. His body control and anchor make him a great fit in pass protection. His footwork may ultimately move him inside to guard but he has a very high floor at either position with a mauling presence coaches would love in the run game.
Mauigoa is projected to go anywhere from third overall to somewhere in the top 15. Could play guard for a team with that need, eventually shifting to tackle. His pass-blocking is his strong suit.
The 2026 NFL Draft will take place between April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
Time: 8 p.m. ET (Round 1); 7 p.m. ET (Rounds 2-3); Noon ET (Rounds 4-7)
Streaming: NFL+; ESPN Unlimited & Select; Fubo
Fans have several options to choose from to watch the 2026 NFL Draft. NFL Network and ESPN will have separate broadcasts, each providing a different analysis of each pick as it happens on draft night.
Cord-cutters can stream the different broadcasts on NFL+, the NFL's proprietary streaming service; ESPN Select or ESPN Unlimited, ESPN's streaming services; or cable alternative Fubo , which offers a free trial.
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