Justin Melo

Joined: Feb 16, 2026

Justin Melo is the publisher of NFL Draft on SI, a Sports Illustrated channel. He has previous experience covering the NFL Draft in a professional capacity at various outlets such as The Draft Network, USA Today SMG, and SB Nation. NFL Draft on SI will cover all things NFL Draft extensively, with scouting reports, prospect rankings, big boards, and unique first-hand stories. It will also be home to Melo's NFL Draft prospect interview series, which has featured more than 1,000 exclusive interviews with NFL Draft picks. Melo is also the published author of Titans of The South: Photographs and History of the Tennessee Titans, available where all books are sold.

Aug 15, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Cyrus Allen (13) runs the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of the pre season at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Unveiling our way-too-early wide receiver rankings for the 2027 NFL Draft. Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith is a generational talent, but the class is deep overall.

Nov 22, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) warms up before a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The 2027 NFL Draft cycle is here, so we've delivered our early rankings of the top 10 quarterbacks in college football, including Arch Manning and Dante Moore.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a touchdown during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

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A way-too-early big board for the 2027 NFL Draft, highlighting the top 25 college football prospects before the season changes our rankings.

Mock Drafts

Our latest first-round 2027 NFL mock draft features six quarterbacks, including Arch Manning and Dante Moore. Signal callers fly off the board in this scenario.

Jun 9, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Cyrus Allen (13) runs drills during the Kansas City Chiefs mandatory mini-camp at the Chiefs practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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With roughly two weeks of NFL training camp practices in the books, we've identified five rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft who have been nursing injuries.

Aug 4, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) runs with the ball after a catch during training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Training camp is providing rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft class with opportunities to shine. We've identified five second-round picks exceeding expectations.

Jul 29, 2026; Atlanta, Falcons, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Zachariah Branch (17) catches a pass during the first day of training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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We're roughly two weeks into NFL training camp. The following late-round prospects from the 2026 NFL Draft have been the biggest surprises.

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Most NFL teams have concluded the first week of training camp. We've identified some overreactions to avoid from the 2026 NFL Draft class.

Jul 29, 2026; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (83) participates in a drill during training camp at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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All 32 NFL teams are officially wearing the pads at training camp. These five rookie wide receivers from the 2026 NFL Draft are starting to take advantage.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Beck (19) practices during training camp at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on July 26, 2026.

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All 32 NFL teams held training camp practices over the weekend. Several sleeper rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft took advantage of the opportunity.

Jun 9, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Rookie Carolina Panthers wide receiver Chris Brazzell III (19) during the first day of mini camp at Bank of America Stadium practice facility. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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There have been both positive and negative happenings at NFL training camp for the 2026 NFL Draft class; we've identified the latest updates.

May 2, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders running back Mike Washington Jr. (30) warms up during a Rookie Minicamp at Intermountain Health Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

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Training camp is underway for all 32 NFL teams, and we're already seeing some Day-3 rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft surpass expectations.

Justin Melo

Joined: Feb 16, 2026

Ten Day 3 Rookies Already Turning Heads at NFL Training Camp

Ranking 10 NFL Rookies Generating the Most Buzz at Training Camp So Far

10 Rookies Who Absolutely Dominated Week 1 of the NFL Preseason

Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Draft RB Rankings: Early Battles Brewing at the Top

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Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Draft WR Rankings: Generational Talent Separates Himself From the Pack

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Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Draft QB Rankings: Arch Manning, Dante Moore Lead Star-Studded Race

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2027 NFL Draft Prospect Big Board: Way-Too-Early Look at Top 25 Prospects

Mock Drafts

2027 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Projection Before College Football Season Changes Everything

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Six Unfortunate Rookie Injuries Stunting Progress at NFL Training Camp

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Five Rookie Second-Round Picks Exceeding High Expectations at NFL Training Camp

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The Seven Biggest Late-Round Rookie Surprises at NFL Training Camp So Far

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The Biggest Rookie Overreactions Fans Should Avoid After Week 1 of NFL Training Camp

Six Rookie Wide Receivers Developing Into NFL Training Camp Darlings Overnight

Surprise Rookies Stole the Spotlight Over Weekend NFL Training Camp Practices

Some Good and Not So Good For NFL Rookies Across Training Camp Practices

Six NFL Rookies Drafted Outside the First Round Already Surpassing Expectations at Training Camp