Who earned top 2026 Day 2 grades?

Which teams won big on Day 2

Several draft roundups singled out clubs that either found value or made aggressive roster moves on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. The clearest theme across the coverage was that some teams used trades and targeted positions to maximize upside rather than simply filling needs.

Falcons and other early standouts

One set of winners emphasized the Atlanta Falcons’ Day 2 approach, including pairing the Terrell brothers in the secondary. After taking Avieon Terrell, the younger brother of cornerback A.J. Terrell, the Falcons reinforced a positional identity while also benefiting from their family-run cornerback strategy.

Eagles’ Day 2 defensive swing

The Philadelphia Eagles were also repeatedly framed as winners because of a high-impact move involving pass rush help. The Eagles traded for edge rusher Jonathan Greenard, and multiple writeups linked the acquisition to their ongoing effort to upgrade their defense.

Browns keep adding playmakers

Cleveland was another prominent name on the winners list. Coverage highlights that the Browns remained active with additional selections and trades after earlier adjustments, with the overall impression being that they continued to add talent rather than stop once the first waves of needs were addressed.

Why Day 2 winners matter

Day 2 is where teams often decide whether their draft strategy becomes coherent or scattered. The clubs singled out in these roundups were credited for:

• making targeted trades that improved their draft positioning
• selecting players aligned with a clearer roster plan
• adding immediate contributors rather than only depth

Taken together, the recurring winners from Day 2 were the teams that paired flexibility with focus, turning mid-draft picks into roster-building momentum.