March 3, 2026, 2:58 p.m. ET
The NFC South enters the 2026 NFL Draft with varying levels of draft capital and roster needs. From a top-10 selection in New Orleans to Atlanta operating without a first-round pick, each team’s approach will look different this spring. Here’s a breakdown of where the Panthers, Buccaneers, Falcons, and Saints currently stand heading into draft weekend.
The Panthers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with a full slate of selections and solid mid-round flexibility.
2026 Draft Picks:
Round 1: No. 19Round 2: No. 51Round 3: No. 83Round 4: No. 119Round 5: Nos. 156, 157Round 6: No. 198Round 7: No. 235Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!
Carolina holds eight total selections, including back-to-back picks in the fifth round. Sitting at No. 19 overall gives them the flexibility to target the best player available without needing to force a move up the board.
Tampa Bay enters the draft with six selections and a valuable mid-first-round pick.
2026 Draft Picks:
Round 1: No. 15Round 2: No. 46Round 3: No. 77Round 4: No. 116Round 5: No. 153Round 6: No. 193
The No. 15 overall selection puts the Buccaneers in range for a top-tier prospect without needing to overextend draft capital.
Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta enters 2026 without a first-round selection but still has some key Day 2 picks.
2026 Draft Picks:
Round 2: No. 48Round 3: No. 79Round 4: No. 114Round 6: No. 195Round 7: No. 231
Without a first-rounder, the Falcons will need to maximize value on Day 2.
New Orleans holds a top-10 pick and multiple mid-round selections.
2026 Draft Picks:
Round 1: No. 8Round 2: No. 42Round 3: No. 73Round 4: Nos. 132, 136Round 5: Nos. 148, 170Round 6: No. 188
The Saints’ early positioning gives them one of the strongest draft setups in the division heading into 2026.