Soon, there’ll be more Latinos in the NFL. And some pretty big names, too. The 2026 NFL Draft came and went with 8 Latino prospects being picked, and though they’re not all guaranteed to make a team for the upcoming season, they join a growing number of players from our communities who are ready to make a mark in the sport.
In fact, right now, there are more than 40 Latinos on NFL rosters ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Can we make it 50?
But who exactly got picked? What positions do they play? Here’s a breakdown of every Latino player who got selected in the NFL Draft, the position they play, and what team they will be joining.
Quarterback
Drafted by: Las Vegas Raiders
Defensive End
Drafted by: Los Angeles Chargers
Wide Receiver
Drafted by: Cleveland Browns
Linebacker
Drafted by: Miami Dolphins
Guard
Drafted by: Tennessee Titans
Tight End
Drafted by: Baltimore Ravens
Offensive Tackle
Drafted by: San Francisco 49ers
Defensive Tackle
Drafted by: Pittsburgh Steelers
