The 2026 NFL Draft is roughly eight months away, and a lot will change between now and then. Similar to a time capsule, CBS Sports' NFL Draft analysts provided answers to questions fans may have as the college football and NFL seasons begin -- with the intent to see how those responses age over the course of the season.

A year ago, Cameron Ward was not the presumptive choice at No. 1 overall and Carson Beck was still being lauded. It is not to say nothing is known at this stage of the process, however. Boise State's Ashton Jeanty had been RB1 and occupied a spot in way-too-early mock drafts.

Without further ado, here is what Ryan Wilson, Mike Renner and I think we know in late August.

1. Who will end up as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft ?

Ryan Wilson : QB Gar

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