Dante Moore, Arch Manning and the 4 QBs who top our way-too-early 2027 NFL Mock Draft

If Manning plays up to his full potential in 2026, 2027 could go down as one of the biggest quarterback drafts in NFL history. If not, well, there's still a bunch of other talented players out there like...

3. Arizona Cardinals: QB Drew Mestemaker, Oklahoma State

I'm projecting another hurdle cleared by Mestemaker, who has done nothing but exceed expectations since arriving at North Texas as a zero-star walk-on. Now he gets the chance to prove himself against Power 4 competition for the first time in his college career.

4. Cleveland Browns: QB Julian Sayin, Ohio State

Cleveland stays local in its latest attempt to slice the tangled knot that is its horribly managed quarterback position. Sayin is on the smaller size for a pure pocket passer, but proved to be one of the FBS' most efficient players as a sophomore last fall.

5. Tennessee Titans: EDGE Colin Simmons, Texas

Simmons has the blend of size, speed and production to be a top-five selection. Here, he nearly gets squeezed out by QB-needy teams, but instead becomes the latest piece of Tennessee's rebuild.

6. Las Vegas Raiders: WR Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State

Smith may be the top overall prospect at any position in 2027. We've been waiting for this since he exploded onto the scene as a true freshman in 2024.

7. New Orleans Saints: CB Leonard Moore, Notre Dame

With solid length and elite production, the All-American cornerback is a premier prospect who can be trusted on an island against the NFL's top wideouts from an early age.

8. Pittsburgh Steelers: QB LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina

Will the breakthrough the Gamecocks hoped Sellers would have in 2025 instead manifest in 2026? That's the bet here, as the South Carolina quarterback with Josh Allen traits is one massive season from planting his NFL flag but could be a top 10 selection even with a modest season thanks to his tools.

9. Atlanta Falcons: OT Jordan Seaton, LSU

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Jordan Seaton (77) and Arizona Wildcats linebacker Chase Kennedy (7) during the second half at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Seaton thrived at Colorado and now gets the chance to be a major piece of Lane Kiffin's Baton Rouge debut. With wonderful lateral movement at 330 pounds, he could be a foundational piece for most NFL offenses.

10. New York Giants: WR Cam Coleman, Texas

A 6-foot-3 wideout who consistently wins downfield would give Jaxson Dart another bailout option and big play machine for an ascending (?) offense.

11. Carolina Panthers: CB Kelley Jones, Mississippi State

The 6-foot-4 Jones had 11 pass breakups and a pair of interceptions last season. He's got the size/speed combination NFL defenses covet.

12. Minnesota Vikings: QB CJ Carr, Notre Dame

Carr piloted a top-10 Irish team in his first season as a starter, throwing 24 touchdown passes against only six interceptions. With good size and downfield touch, he's got the look of a Day 1 quarterback.

13. Washington Commanders: WR Ryan Williams, Alabama

Williams didn't live up to the expectations set in a brilliant true freshman 2024. He remains an absolute burner with game-breaking capabilities.

14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: EDGE Dylan Stewart, South Carolina

The freshman All-American also suffered a slight backslide in 2025. Like Williams, he can be an absolute force at an expensive position for NFL veterans.

15. New York Jets (via Indianapolis Colts): EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei, Oregon

The Jets further beef up their pass rush a player whose draft buzz subsided in 2025 (sensing a trend?) but remains a high ceiling prospect with a proven history of performance. Uiagalelei had 10.5 sacks for the Ducks in 2024.

16. Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Ellis Robinson IV, Georgia

Robinson was a revelation last season, earning freshman All-American honors after a redshirt 2024. His four interceptions tied for the SEC lead.

17. Cincinnati Bengals: DL A'Mauri Washington, Oregon

Oregon defensive lineman A'Mauri Washington, left, pressures Wisconsin quarterback Hunter Simmons as the Oregon Ducks host the Wisconsin Badgers on Oct. 25, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Washington moves and looks like a fairy tale monster at 330 pounds. He's more of a rising tide than a wrecking ball right now, but his build and athleticism will give him Day 1 hype.

18. Chicago Bears: DT William Echoles, Ole Miss

With 11.5 tackles for loss as a sophomore, Echols has the kind of wrecking ball production teams in a win-now place can rely on for an immediate boost. He's a steady contributor against the run and as a pass rusher.

19. New York Jets (via Dallas Cowboys): S Koi Perich, Oregon

Perich was a goblin of the highest order at Minnesota and now has the chance to thrive under brighter lights in Eugene. He's a pest in coverage and a productive tackler near the line of scrimmage.

20. Houston Texans: LB Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, Notre Dame

DeMeco Ryans adds a sideline-to-sideline presence who can do a little bit of everything well. Viliamu-Asa has the capability to be a disruptor all three downs, pairing solid size with coverage speed, run-stopping and occasionally pass rushing help.

21. Dallas Cowboys (via Green Bay Packers): WR Nick Marsh, Indiana

Marsh would be a wonderful George Pickens replacement. And he won't be an option when Jerry Jones caves late in negotiations and signs his WR2 for four years and $180 million.

22. Denver Broncos: CB Zabien Brown, Alabama

Brown's ability as a sideline corner with great burst can backfill Denver's needs in the secondary.

23. Philadelphia Eagles: S KJ Bolden, Georgia

Another absurd athlete from Georgia to fill out Howie Roseman's defense.

24. New England Patriots: TE Jamari Johnson, Oregon

The Patriots restock Drake Maye's cupboard with a player who could turn Kenyon Sadiq's absence into a breakout 2026.

25. Detroit Lions: EDGE Damon Wilson Jr., Miami (FL)

Sep 20, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers (16) is sacked by Missouri Tigers defensive tackle Chris McClellan (7) and defensive end Damon Wilson II (8) during the first half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Wilson thrived with the opportunity Missouri presented. Now he'll be tasked with keeping the Hurricane pass rush clicking after transferring to the ACC.

26. Los Angeles Chargers: DL Ahmad Moten Sr., Miami (FL)

Wilson's running mate can create havoc as a bulldozer inside, using a solid burst and his 325 pound frame to shoot gaps and take up residence in the backfield.

27. San Francisco 49ers: OT Trevor Goosby, Texas

At 6-foot-7 and possessing smooth, natural movements, Goosby has all the skills to translate into clean pockets from the blindside.

28. Kansas City Chiefs: WR Charlie Becker, Indiana

Kansas City's ongoing efforts to keep Patrick Mahomes in butter brickle land on a dynamic, big bodied wideout who has come up big when the Hoosiers have needed him.

29. Buffalo Bills: OT Cayden Green, Missouri

Green is a stout pass protector who can handle duties inside and out and keep Josh Allen's exit strategies viable when he needs to go off-script.

30. Seattle Seahawks: EDGE Quincy Rhodes Jr., Arkansas

Long-armed, big and strong, Rhodes would be another tool to tinker with Mike Macdonald's high octane defensive engine.

31. Baltimore Ravens: TE Trey'Dez Green, LSU

Green is more than a towering red zone threat at 6-foot-7; he's also a viable slot presence who can thrive in the middle of the field.

32. Los Angeles Rams: OT Carter Smith, Indiana

Smith is a high-floor edge protector who can be an immediate boost for the waning days of Matthew Stafford... or the beginning of the Ty Simpson era?

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