42 Players Granted Special Eligibility for 2026 NFL Draft Footballology by Russ_Cohen - January 20, 2026January 20, 20260 NEW YORK –– The National Football League announced today the names of 42 players who have been granted special eligibility for the 2026 NFL Draft and 21 underclassmen who have fulfilled their degree requirements with college football eligibility remaining and are also eligible for selection in the April 23-25 Draft