In the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles selected USC WR Makai Lemon. This article takes a look at the first-round selections made by the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Commanders. The Giants made two picks in the first round. With the fifth overall pick, they selected Ohio State LB/EDGE Arvell Reese, a versatile athlete who played multiple positions in college. Later, with the tenth overall pick, the Giants chose Francis Mauigoa, an offensive tackle from Miami, who many believe will play guard. The Cowboys also had two picks in the first round. They selected Ohio State safety Caleb Downs with the 11th overall pick and UCF edge rusher Malachi Lawrence with the 23rd overall pick. The Commanders selected Ohio State LB Sonny Styles with the seventh overall pick. They also signed Leo Chenal and have Frankie Luvu on their roster.