3 NFL Draft prospects whose stock are in question

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23 March 2026 at 04:26

The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching quickly, and several prospects are boosting their stock. The NFL Combine, Senior Bowl, and Pro Days have given teams extended looks at draft hopefuls.

These events have also raised some concerns. Teams have uncovered medical, character, and other issues through their due diligence.

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While many players still have time to address these concerns, others may not have that flexibility. Here are three prospects to watch as their stock takes a hit and leaves evaluators with questions.

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona State wideout Jordyn Tyson (WO40) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Jordyn Tyson

Medical evaluations have shaken Tyson’s stock slightly. Like many of his peers, he has undeniable, overflowing talent.

However, reports indicate Tyson has dealt with a nagging hamstring injury, and it may be a growing concern as the draft approaches.

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Tyson skipped drills at the NFL Combine, likely won’t participate in Pro Day workouts, and now faces injury-related questions. He looks like a first-round pick, but will teams select him in the back half of the first round instead of his original top-10 projection?

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) gets into position during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Caleb Downs

Like Tyson, Downs carries medical concerns. Teams once viewed him as a unanimous top-five pick, but perceptions have shifted since the NFL Combine.

Reports flagged Downs with an ACL concern during the combine, though evaluators continue to debate its severity.

Still, knee injuries can derail careers. Downs remains an elite talent and a surefire first-round pick, but will this new information cause teams to hesitate early in the first round?

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It remains unclear whether he will participate in Pro Day drills after skipping combine workouts.

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) is pressured by Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) during the third quarter of an NCAA football game Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia defeated Florida 43-20.

Caleb Banks

Banks may be the biggest mystery in this draft. His talent level could make him the top defensive lineman in the class.

However, a lingering foot injury clouds his outlook. Banks reportedly injured his foot at the end of the 2024 season, re-injured it during 2025 camp, and broke it again before the combine—clear red flags for teams.

For context, Larry Ogunjobi dealt with a foot injury in 2022 that took two years to fully heal. Banks showed toughness by participating in combine activities despite the injury, but will teams drop him on their boards because of it?