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Some described the 2026 NFL Draft as a \u201cweak\u201d class, but the same cannot be said about the 2027 NFL Draft. Several top quarterback prospects are expected to headline next year\u2019s draft as Arch Manning and other QBs hope to find their NFL home.<\/p>\n
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The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, so the obvious next step would be to sit back, relax, and enjoy the offseason, right? Wrong. Our A to Z Sports NFL Draft staff is already working on the 2027 NFL Draft class, and it\u2019s time for our first collaborative mock draft for next year.<\/p>\n
Will the 2027 NFL Draft class actually offer better quarterback options? Which position groups look stacked ahead of the 2026 college football season? Who are the most important names to know? You\u2019ll find answers to those questions here.<\/p>\n
The draft order for this mock was set by using the inverse of 2027 Super Bowl odds. If you don\u2019t like where your team is picking, take it up with your favorite sports book. Let me know if you have questions or comments @FF_TravisM on X<\/a>.<\/p>\n Key Facts and Stats for the 2027 NFL Draft<\/p>\n Three of the last five NFL Draft classes have had just one or two first-round quarterbacks. The 2027 NFL Draft is expected to have up to five or more.<\/p>\n The Dallas Cowboys and New York Jets both already have multiple first-round picks. The Jets actually have three first-round selections in the 2027 NFL Draft as of this writing.<\/p>\n The Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, and New York Jets could all be selecting quarterbacks next year as they\u2019re all projected to finish with top-10 (if not top-five) picks.<\/p>\n Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft<\/p>\n 1. Arizona Cardinals: Arch Manning, QB, Texas<\/p>\n If Manning would have considered declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft, there would have been an interesting debate between him and Fernando Mendoza. There\u2019s no questioning that Manning has tremendous physical tools, and he showed great improvement down the stretch last season. The 6-4, 220-pound passer is expected to take a huge jump in 2026 in his second year as the starter for the Longhorns. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 2. Cleveland Browns: Dante Moore, QB, Oregon<\/p>\n When you consider that Dante Moore likely would have gone second overall if he had declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, this is an easy projection. He only had one year of starting experience in college, which made it a smart decision to go back. Moore is a poised thrower from the pocket with the arm talent to attack all three levels of the field. He would be a nice fit for Todd Monken\u2019s offense in Cleveland. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 3. Miami Dolphins: Colin Simmons, EDGE, Texas<\/p>\n The physical traits for Simmons are unbelievable, and he\u2019s already tabbed as a top-five prospect in an exciting class for a multitude of reasons. The Longhorns pass rusher has totaled 21 sacks over the first two years of his college career, and his athleticism and power at prototypical size will almost surely lure a team into picking him early. The Dolphins EDGE group is less than gleaming for the long-term, and he would make an immediate impact. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 4. New York Jets: Julian Sayin, QB, Ohio State<\/p>\n Taking a quarterback over Jeremiah Smith feels wrong, but the Jets have no choice. After 2027, they lose the additional firsts they banked from their trades of Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams. They passed on the top quarterbacks, knowing they\u2019ve positioned themselves to make their move at the position in 2027. In reality, if they finish the year at four like this mock, I would expect they\u2019d try to trade up. However, for this exercise, they stay put and land the Ohio State quarterback try to get the most out of him and help him reach his potential. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 5. Tennessee Titans: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State<\/p>\n If Jeremiah Smith somehow falls to pick five of the 2027 NFL Draft, some general manager is likely getting fired quickly. Smith is the best wide receiver prospect to enter the NFL since Julio Jones back in 2011, and he might actually be better. He\u2019s 6-3, 200+ pounds, with excellent burst, bend, and ball skills. He\u2019s already racked up more than 2,500 receiving yards and 29 touchdowns through his first two college seasons, finishing last year as a unanimous All-American and sixth in Heisman voting. The Titans may have just drafted his teammate Carnell Tate, but they would sprint to the podium here to take Smith if he was somehow available. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 6. Las Vegas Raiders: Cam Coleman, WR, Texas<\/p>\n The Las Vegas Raiders added their franchise quarterback, but forgot to give him any real wide receiver weapons. They make up for that in the 2027 NFL Draft by selecting Cam Coleman here at six overall. Coleman has been a slam-dunk first-round pick kind of player for years now. A former five-star recruit, Coleman\u2019s talents have largely been wasted by Auburn, but he\u2019s still flashed greatness through two seasons. Now he\u2019ll pair up with Arch Manning to put on a show in what will likely be his final collegiate season and most explosive showing ever. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 7. New Orleans Saints: Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina<\/p>\n Sure, I\u2019ll take the pass rush monsters that help headline the defensive class. New Orleans added Tyree Wilson via a trade during this year\u2019s draft, but the pass rush could still use more juice. Chase Young is projected to be in the fold for quite awhile, but past him, there\u2019s little proven upside in that room for the Saints. Stewart is listed at 6\u20195 and 245 pounds. His blend of length and athleticism is rare, and there is plenty of hype surrounding him entering his third year as a Gamecocks defender. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 8. Pittsburgh Steelers: Leonard More, CB, Notre Dame<\/p>\n There\u2019s an argument to be made that Leonard Moore should be a top-five pick next year. He\u2019s that special of a corner prospect and is going to be a fantastic pro. The Steelers can put him outside with Joey Porter on day one and feel good about their corner position going forward. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 9. Atlanta Falcons: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina<\/p>\n With the future of Michael Penix Jr. in doubt, a quarterback makes a lot of sense here. Sellers didn\u2019t have the kind of junior season we were expecting him to have, but the talent is still there. If he can take a step forward over the next year with his processing and pocket presence, the Falcons could get themselves a true difference maker. If not, it\u2019s a peak Falcons pick, so win-win. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 10. Carolina Panthers: Trey\u2019Dez Green, TE, LSU<\/p>\n At 6-7 and 240 pounds, Green is a mismatched weapon from the tight end position. Having also played basketball for LSU, he is an insanely springy athlete who makes some insane acrobatic catches. Even if Green never provides huge impact in the running game, his upside as a pass-catcher is elite. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 11. New York Giants: A\u2019Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon<\/p>\n A\u2019Mauri Washington\u2019s return to school was a shocker in the last cycle. He would have had a strong argument to be the first defensive tackle off the board. And he will be in that discussion again in 2027. The Giants moved on from Dexter Lawrence ahead of this year\u2019s draft, and replacing him with Washington long term would help to soften that blow. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 12. Minnesota Vikings: Drake Lindsey, QB, Minnesota<\/p>\n If you haven\u2019t heard of Drake Lindsey, I completely understand. He was a redshirt freshman for the Golden Gophers last season with inconsistent tape, but the 6-5, 230-pound quarterback flashed elite level traits on tape. He showed the ability to stay patient in the pocket and work through his progressions, while also displaying plus arm talent to drive the ball and also layer it over the middle. He\u2019s arguably the biggest projection in the first round, but make no mistake: Lindsey\u2019s got the goods. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 13. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jamari Johnson, TE, Oregon<\/p>\n What if I told you that Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq may not have been the best player at his position last season? Yes, the one that went in round one of this year\u2019s draft. Johnson is over 250 pounds at 6\u20195, but his route running is crisp at his size. He\u2019s got fantastic hands and may end up being a consensus top 15 selection by the 2027 draft process. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 14. Washington Commanders: Yhonzae Pierre, EDGE, Alabama<\/p>\n The Commanders could use some major edge defender help and Yhonzae Pierre would be the perfect answer. He racked up nine sacks and 45 pass-rush pressures last season for Alabama in his breakout sophomore season. He\u2019s a twitched-up athlete with great size, speed, and power. If he follows up last season\u2019s performance by adding a couple more moves and adding perhaps just a bit more weight, he\u2019ll be a first-round pick. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 15. New York Jets (via IND): KJ Bolden, S, Georgia<\/p>\n After going quarterback, the Jets add to their secondary. KJ Bolden is one of the best players returning to college football next season. He\u2019s a special athlete and probably would have been the second-best safety behind only Downs in the 2026 NFL Draft class. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 16. Chicago Bears: Jordan Seaton, OT, LSU<\/p>\n Jordan Seaton has five-star pedigree. He\u2019s 6-5, 330 pounds with solid arm length. Now he\u2019s transferring from Colorado to LSU to help lead a Lane Kiffin offense that will no doubt be extremely explosive. He\u2019s likely going to be a top-10 pick when it\u2019s all said and done, so the Bears grabbing him here at the 16th overall pick is a wild steal. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 17. Cincinnati Bengals: Tae Johnson, S, Notre Dame<\/p>\n Johnson is one of the best kept secrets in college football, but odds are that won\u2019t last long. Playing next to another good safety in Adon Shuler, Johnson has some unreal ball skills and range. 2025 was just scratching the surface for how good the Indiana native could become. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 18. Jacksonville Jaguars: Nick Marsh, WR, Indiana<\/p>\n Despite taking Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter in back-to-back first rounds, the wide receiver position is in flux moving forward. Marsh would be a fascinating add to the mix. He is an X-receiver who can work through contact and create separation with his speed and frame, something that the Indiana Hoosiers understand how to maximize. There are some concerns with his high drop rate and contested catch inconsistency, but he\u2019s got the goods to thrive in the NFL. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 19. New York Jets (via DAL): Damon Wilson, EDGE, Miami (FL)<\/p>\n Damon Wilson was one of the most dominant pass rushers last season at Missouri. Now he goes to Miami, which just produced two first-round picks. An edge duo of David Bailey and Damon Wilson, with Will McDonald IV sprinkled in, would have a ton of potential going forward. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 20. Denver Broncos: David Stone, DT, Oklahoma<\/p>\n The high-end flashes for Stone are as good as anyone in the 2027 class. The big key for him is to be a whole lot more consistent next season. Stone\u2019s movement skills make him such a unique defensive tackle prospect. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 21. Dallas Cowboys (via GB): Mario Craver, WR, Texas A&M<\/p>\n While the Cowboys have both CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens at wide receiver, the Cowboys could use a third threat on the outside. Craver would be a fascinating player to add to the room. An elite-level YAC player, Craver is explosive and can create separation with his explosiveness on all three levels. There are some size concerns, but he\u2019s a threat everywhere on the field to take it to the house, something every NFL team could use more of. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 22. Houston Texans: Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss<\/p>\n When Kewan Lacy transferred in from Missouri, he wasn\u2019t even guaranteed the starting job last year. Then he took it by the horns and put up over 1,700 yards from scrimmage and shattered Ole Miss Rebels touchdown records (24 last season). The Texans need to get their ground game back, and Lacy is a feature running back talent who can help them do it. Over 1,000 yards after contact in 2025. Nearly 40 runs of 10+ yards just last year. Lacy is a difference-maker. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 23. Philadelphia Eagles: Carter Smith, OT, Indiana<\/p>\n Smith has a prototypical build at offensive tackle and surprised some folks with a return to the Hoosiers this year, rather than jumping into the draft. The Indiana OT has allowed only four sacks over three seasons as a starter on their OL. He\u2019s got a strong anchor and possibly even stronger hands in protection. A consistent force who will gain favor from NFL teams due to his consistency. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 24. Detroit Lions: Quincy Rhodes Jr., EDGE, Arkansas<\/p>\n The Lions landed Derrick Moore in the 2026 NFL Draft, but that\u2019s hardly a reason to pass on the position next year. Finding a long-term running mate for Aiden Hutchinson needs to be a priority. Quincy Rhodes had eight sacks in 2025 and could have a special season in 2026 on deck. If he\u2019s able to get into the double-digit sacks, I think it\u2019ll be fair to pencil him in as a first-rounder. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 25. Kansas City Chiefs: Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson<\/p>\n The processing can be a bit hit or miss for Brown at times, but there is no question that he\u2019s a great athlete. The range he brings from the second level is special. There\u2019s optimism that he puts it all together as a junior. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 26. New England Patriots: Ryan Wingo, WR, Texas<\/p>\n While we expect the New England Patriots to trade for A.J. Brown, they currently need to add receivers to their wide receiver room. Wingo is a fascinating player to add. A true height\/weight\/speed player, Wingo is a vertical threat who thrives with the ball in his hands and would be maximized by Drake Maye. \u2013 Tyler Forness, A to Z Sports Minnesota Vikings<\/a><\/p>\n 27. San Francisco 49ers: Cayden Green, OT, Missouri<\/p>\n Cayden Green quickly established himself as one of the best offensive guards in the country in his first season with Missouri back in 2024. Then he transitioned to offensive tackle, and became one of the best at that position in all of college football too. Regardless of whether he plays inside or outside, the 49ers will gladly take the most well-rounded offensive lineman in the 2027 NFL Draft class. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n 28. Los Angeles Chargers: Kelley Jones, CB, Mississippi State<\/p>\n Talk about a dynamic physical ceiling. Jones is a 6-4 cornerback with fluid movement and legit top-end speed for his size. He\u2019s a strong CB who has become more of a willing tackler as he has developed for the Bulldogs. His profile may help him go even earlier than this with a strong season in 2026 for Mississippi State, but this sort of swing is one with a ton of potential for the Chargers. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 29. Baltimore Ravens: Trevor Goosby, OT, Texas<\/p>\n Trevor Goosby is an impressive athlete who will rise up teams\u2019 boards. He has the flexibility to play either tackle spot. Ronnie Stanley will be 33 years old by next year\u2019s draft. So this pick would allow the Ravens to get proactive about replacing him. \u2013 Destin Adams, A to Z Sports Indianapolis Colts<\/a><\/p>\n 30. Buffalo Bills: Jayden Jackson, DT, Oklahoma<\/p>\n Playing on a loaded Oklahoma defense this past season, Jackson went under the radar due to an injury and the position he plays. While Jackson does a lot of the dirty work at nose tackle, he has also shown some unique penetration upside from that alignment. If Jackson puts together a healthy and consistent season in 2026, he has a chance to skyrocket up boards. \u2013 Ryan Roberts, A to Z Sports Notre Dame<\/a><\/p>\n 31. Seattle Seahawks: Tony Rojas, LB, Penn State<\/p>\n Rojas has an athletic build at 6-2 and around 230 pounds as of now. He\u2019s a quick-footed linebacker who makes plays in both the pass and run game. The Nittany Lions defender has been impactful since he was a true freshman and will look to bolster his draft stock this season. Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald would do wonders with this sort of speed at the LB position. \u2013 Adam Holt, A to Z Sports New Orleans Saints<\/a><\/p>\n 32. Los Angeles Rams: Ryan Coleman-Williams, WR, Alabama<\/p>\n Ryan Coleman-Williams (he let it be known he wanted to add the \u201cColeman\u201d this offseason) flashed elite upside as a true freshman in 2024 when he was still just 17 years old. Unfortunately, he seemed to take a step back in 2025, fighting through some lingering injuries and not quite looking like his explosive self. If he bounces back this season, the Rams will definitely be excited to add a YAC-generating offensive weapon like him. Coleman-Williams is averaging 7.5 yards after the catch per reception throughout his two-year career, which is on-par with the most impressive first-round prospects in recent memory. \u2013 Travis May, A to Z Sports College Football & NFL Draft Managing Editor<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/20260423_103924.png\")
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