2027 NFL Mock Draft: Quarterbacks flood the top 10 heading of Week 2 of CFB action, wildcards enter the conversation
Arch Manning, Dante Moore, LaNorris Sellers, CJ Carr and Darian Mensah all land in the top 10 of the latest 2027 NFL Mock Draft.
The 2027 NFL Draft quarterback class is beginning to take shape.
After the first week of the college football season, we finally have meaningful game tape to work with, and the early results are already beginning to reshape the draft landscape.
The biggest takeaway?
Quarterbacks are going to drive this draft (duh).
Arch Manning (Texas), Dante Moore (Oregon), LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina), CJ Carr (Notre Dame), and Darian Mensah (Miami) all find their way into the top 10 of this first-round projection, while elite non-quarterback prospects such as Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore also sit near the top of the board.
Of course, there is still a lot of football to be played.
This mock draft will be updated weekly throughout the college football season as prospects gain more tape, teams separate themselves in the standings and the eventual 2027 NFL Draft order begins to take shape.
Here is how the first round looks after Week 1. (Note: Joe DeLeone had the evens and I had the odds in this mock, so yell accordingly.)
1. Arizona Cardinals — Arch Manning, QB, Texas
The Arch Manning hype train isn’t slowing down.
Manning entered the season as one of the most talented quarterback prospects in recent memory, and his opening performance against Texas State provided plenty of reasons to believe he could ultimately become the No. 1 overall pick.
The pedigree is obvious, but it’s the combination of arm talent, athleticism and processing ability that makes Manning so intriguing. There were signs in Week 1 that the game was slowing down for him.
If that continues throughout the season — particularly with a massive matchup against Ohio State on the horizon — Manning has a legitimate chance to cement himself as the favorite to go first overall.
Projection: QB1
2. Miami Dolphins — Dante Moore, QB, Oregon
If Miami is picking this high, something has probably gone very wrong. Assuming the Dolphins are searching for a new quarterback, Dante Moore could be exactly the type of player they need to build around.
Moore’s Week 1 performance against Boise State was particularly impressive because Oregon wasn’t at its best. Rather than allowing the struggles around him to derail the offense, Moore stepped up and made enough plays to help the Ducks escape with a victory.
That’s an encouraging early sign.
Miami also possesses significant draft capital, making the idea of surrounding Moore with enough talent to succeed particularly appealing.
Projection: QB2
3. New York Jets — LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina
This is where the quarterback conversation gets much more interesting.
The 2027 class may ultimately be defined by Manning and Moore at the top, but LaNorris Sellers has the physical tools to challenge that hierarchy. Sellers looked quicker with his eyes in Week 1, which could be an important development for a quarterback whose physical traits have never been questioned.
At 6-foot-3 and 245 pounds, Sellers possesses elite athleticism and arguably the strongest arm in the entire class. There are still plenty of questions to answer, but if the processing continues to improve, the upside is enormous.
For a Jets team potentially searching for its next franchise quarterback, that upside could be too enticing to pass up.
Projection: QB3
4. Cleveland Browns — CJ Carr, QB, Notre Dame
Assuming he declares for the draft, CJ Carr could be one of the biggest risers in the 2027 quarterback class. Carr had a solid opening week, and the expectation here is that his performance will continue to build as the season progresses.
The tools are there regardless of the level of competition. The next step is consistency.
If Carr can settle into a rhythm and continue showing the traits that made him such a highly regarded prospect coming into the season, he could firmly establish himself as a top-five selection.
Projection: QB4
5. Las Vegas Raiders — Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State
This would be a dream scenario for the Raiders.
Jeremiah Smith is viewed as a potential generational wide receiver prospect, and if he somehow falls to No. 5, Las Vegas should sprint to the podium. The Raiders don’t currently have a true No. 1 receiver who demands that kind of defensive attention.
Smith would immediately change that.
There shouldn’t even be a conversation about trading down. If Jeremiah Smith is available at No. 5, you make the pick.
Projection: WR1
6. Carolina Panthers — Darian Mensah, QB, Miami
This is easily one of the most polarizing selections in the mock draft.
There is absolutely an argument that Darian Mensah isn’t a first-round quarterback based on the early tape, even when considering the level of competition he has faced. But that’s also why this is a projection rather than a definitive evaluation.
If Mensah’s traits continue to translate as the schedule gets tougher — and especially if he produces in a major matchup against a team like Notre Dame — the conversation could change quickly.
Quarterback demand also matters.
Carolina has quietly built an intriguing roster core, and the right young quarterback operating Dave Canales’ offense could make the Panthers a legitimate threat in the NFC.
Projection: QB5
7. Tennessee Titans — Leonard Moore, CB, Notre Dame
Leonard Moore might be the best non-quarterback prospect in the entire draft. In fact, there’s an argument that he’s the second-best player in the class overall.
That makes this an easy decision for Tennessee.
The Titans have made additions to their secondary, but a free-agent signing such as Cor’Dale Flott isn’t enough to pass on a player with Moore’s talent. Cornerback is one of the premium positions in the modern NFL, and Moore has the potential to become a legitimate difference-maker.
Projection: CB1
8. New Orleans Saints — Colin Simmons, EDGE, Texas
The Saints add one of the safest defensive prospects in the class. Colin Simmons brings the combination of explosiveness, pass-rush ability and high-end projection that NFL teams covet off the edge.
For New Orleans, this is about adding another foundational piece to the defensive line. Simmons may not have the positional volatility of some of the other prospects in this class, making him a high-floor selection with plenty of upside.
Projection: EDGE1
9. Atlanta Falcons — DJ Lagway, QB, Baylor
This pick is driven more by projection than personal advocacy. DJ Lagway is one of the most fascinating quarterbacks in the 2027 class. At 6-foot-3 and 240 pounds, he has outstanding physical tools and possesses an absolutely ridiculous arm that could ultimately be the best in the class.
The problem?
He’s volatile.
But quarterback evaluations have changed. We’ve watched teams make aggressive moves for players such as Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy because they believed the upside outweighed the risk.
If Atlanta needs a quarterback and Lagway continues flashing starter-level traits, don’t be surprised if the Falcons make a similar gamble. (Another note: Joe forced me to pick a quarterback.)
Projection: QB6
10. Washington Commanders — Cam Coleman, WR, Texas
Washington adds another explosive weapon to its offense. Cam Coleman would give the Commanders an exciting complement to Terry McLaurin and provide another big-play threat for the passing game.
The combination of size, athleticism and receiving ability makes Coleman one of the most intriguing wide receiver prospects in the class. Pairing him with McLaurin would give Washington a dangerous one-two punch.
Projection: WR2
11. New York Giants — Will Echoles, DT, Ole Miss
The Giants address the interior of their defensive line with Ole Miss defensive tackle Will Echoles.
Echoles has the potential to become a disruptive presence up front and gives New York another young building block for its defense.
Projection: DT1
12. New York Jets (via IND) — Ellis Robinson IV, CB, Georgia
The Jets double down on athletic upside with Ellis Robinson IV.
If New York is already taking LaNorris Sellers earlier in the round, adding Robinson gives the organization a potential cornerstone on the other side of the ball. It’s an aggressive approach to rebuilding — but one that could pay off.
Projection: CB2
13. Pittsburgh Steelers — Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina
The Steelers don’t often need to be reminded to draft pass rushers.
With T.J. Watt getting older and his career beginning to trend toward its latter stages, Pittsburgh needs to start thinking about the future. Dylan Stewart represents the best-player-available approach here. He’s too talented to pass up.
Projection: EDGE2
14. Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Trey’Dez Green, TE, LSU
Tampa Bay grabs a potential long-term replacement for Mike Evans (a joke but not fully!).
With Baker Mayfield locked into a new contract, the Buccaneers can afford to focus on surrounding their quarterback with young offensive weapons. Green gives them another dynamic receiving option and could eventually become a major piece of the passing game.
Projection: TE1
15. Minnesota Vikings — Ashton Hampton, CB, Clemson
Ashton Hampton would give Minnesota a physical, athletic cornerback with the tools to develop into a starting-caliber defender. The Clemson product brings the length, speed and competitive toughness needed to match up with NFL receivers on the outside. His versatility in coverage would give the Vikings another option in a secondary that needs to keep pace with the league’s increasingly pass-heavy offenses. Hampton could develop into a valuable long-term piece of Minnesota’s defense and make this pick look like a steal.
Projection: CB3
16. Jacksonville Jaguars — Jordan Seaton, OT, LSU
Jordan Seaton would give Jacksonville a high-upside addition to an offensive line that needs to keep developing around its young quarterback. The LSU tackle brings impressive size, athleticism and natural movement skills, giving him the tools to become a dependable pass protector at the NFL level. His ability to handle speed rushers while also creating movement in the run game makes him an intriguing fit for the Jaguars. If Seaton continues to refine his technique and consistency, he could develop into a long-term starter and anchor at tackle for Jacksonville.
Projection: OT1
17. Chicago Bears — David Stone, DT, Oklahoma
David Stone would give Chicago a powerful, disruptive presence in the middle of its defensive line. The Oklahoma defensive tackle combines impressive size, explosiveness and natural strength, giving him the ability to create problems both against the run and as an interior pass rusher. His addition would give the Bears another young building block up front and help make their defensive front more difficult to block.
Projection: DT2
18. New York Jets (via DAL) — Reed Harris, WR, Arizona State
Reed Harris would be one of the biggest surprises of this mock draft, with the Jets reaching for the Arizona State wide receiver earlier than many expected. Harris brings intriguing size, athleticism and playmaking ability, giving New York another potential weapon to develop in its passing game. The selection would certainly raise eyebrows, but his physical tools could make the gamble worthwhile if he takes a significant step forward. For a Jets team searching for more explosive talent on offense, Harris has the upside to eventually make this unexpected pick look much smarter.
Projection: WR4
19. Dallas Cowboys — Trevor Lauck, OT, Iowa
The Cowboys address one of their biggest future needs by finding a potential replacement for right tackle Terence Steele. Trevor Lauck gives Dallas another massive offensive tackle prospect to develop and fits the team’s long-standing philosophy of building through the offensive line.
Projection: OT2
20. Denver Broncos — Jamari Johnson, TE, Oregon
Jamari Johnson would give Denver a talented young option at tight end with the potential to become a reliable weapon in the passing game. The Oregon product offers a strong combination of size, athleticism and physicality that could make him valuable both as a receiver and blocker. His versatility would allow Sean Payton to move him around the formation and create matchup problems for opposing defenses. Johnson could ultimately develop into the long-term starting tight end Denver has been searching for.
Projection: TE2
21. Cincinnati Bengals — Brauntae Johnson, S, Notre Dame
Brauntae Johnson lands with Cincinnati in a reunion with former Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden.
Johnson’s range is what makes him particularly intriguing. He has the ability to cover significant ground from the back end and could become an important piece of Cincinnati’s secondary.
Projection: S1
22. Houston Texans — Trevor Goosby, OT, Texas
Trevor Goosby would give Houston another young, athletic option to develop along its offensive line. The Texas tackle has the size, length and movement skills to handle the demands of playing on the edge at the next level. His experience in a physical SEC environment should help prepare him for the strength and speed of NFL pass rushers. Adding Goosby would give the Texans valuable long-term insurance at tackle while potentially developing into a future starter.
Projection: OT3
23. San Francisco 49ers — Nick Marsh, WR, Indiana
The 49ers throw a curveball by selecting Indiana WR Nick Marsh, making this one of the more surprising picks in the mock draft. Marsh brings an intriguing combination of size, physicality and after-the-catch ability, giving San Francisco another potential weapon on the outside.
Projection: WR5
24. Philadelphia Eagles — Melvin Siani, OT, Texas
The Eagles add a big, athletic tackle in Texas’ Melvin Siani to continue investing in their offensive line. At 6-foot-6 and 317 pounds, Siani brings impressive length, movement skills and pass-protection ability, having gone through the 2025 season without allowing a sack at Wake Forest.
Projection: OT4
25. Detroit Lions — Kade Pieper, IOL, Iowa
Detroit continues to build one of the NFL’s best offensive lines by adding Kade Pieper. The Lions have consistently prioritized physicality up front, and Pieper would give them another potential upgrade on the interior.
Projection: IOL1
26. Kansas City Chiefs — Charlie Becker, WR, Indiana
Kansas City adds something it has desperately needed at times: size on the outside. Charlie Becker is a big-framed receiver who can give Patrick Mahomes a legitimate ball-winning target downfield and in contested situations.
The Chiefs have made plenty of offensive additions over the years, but finding a receiver with this particular skill set could be extremely valuable.
Projection: WR6
27. New England Patriots — Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson
The Patriots add an explosive, downhill linebacker in Clemson’s Sammy Brown. Brown has been one of the most productive linebackers in college football, recording 106 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss and five sacks in 2025. His combination of speed, instincts, tackling ability and versatility would fit perfectly in New England’s defensive system.
Projection: LB1
28. Los Angeles Chargers — A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon
The Chargers add a massive and athletic interior presence in Oregon DT A’Mauri Washington. At around 6-foot-3 and 330 pounds, Washington combines rare movement skills with the strength to hold his ground against offensive linemen. His versatility to line up across the interior would give Los Angeles another chess piece along the defensive front.
Projection: DT3
29. Baltimore Ravens — Ahmad Moten, DT, Miami
The Ravens add a disruptive interior presence in Miami DT Ahmad Moten. Moten’s explosive first step and ability to penetrate gaps make him a dangerous pass-rushing threat from the interior. He also brings proven production, recording 31 tackles, nine tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks in 2025.
Projection: DT4
30. Seattle Seahawks — Greg Johnson, IOL, Minnesota
The Seahawks add a massive and versatile interior presence in Minnesota OG Greg Johnson. At 6-foot-6 and 327 pounds, Johnson brings the size, power and anchor ability to immediately compete for a starting role while also providing experience at multiple spots along the offensive line.
Projection: IOL2
31. Buffalo Bills — KJ Bolden, S, Georgia
The Bills add a dynamic and versatile piece to their secondary with Georgia safety KJ Bolden. His combination of instincts, physicality and coverage ability gives Buffalo a safety who can impact the game in multiple ways. Bolden’s versatility would fit perfectly in a Bills defense that values communication and interchangeable pieces on the back end. He has the talent to develop into a long-term centerpiece of Buffalo’s secondary.
Projection: S2
32. Cleveland Browns (via LAR) — Boubacar Traore, EDGE, Notre Dame
The Browns close out the first round by adding Notre Dame edge rusher Boubacar Traore. This was one of the more interesting scheme-fit debates in the entire mock.
There was legitimate consideration for Yhonzae Pierre (Alabama), but Traore ultimately wins out because of his rising momentum and what he could bring to Cleveland’s 4-3 front. The Browns get an explosive young pass rusher to develop within their defensive system.
Projection: EDGE3
2027 NFL Mock Draft: First-Round Snapshot
| Pick | NFL Team | Player | College | Position |
| 1 | Arizona Cardinals | Arch Manning | Texas | QB |
| 2 | Miami Dolphins | Dante Moore | Oregon | QB |
| 3 | New York Jets | LaNorris Sellers | South Carolina | QB |
| 4 | Cleveland Browns | CJ Carr | Notre Dame | QB |
| 5 | Las Vegas Raiders | Jeremiah Smith | Ohio State | WR |
| 6 | Carolina Panthers | Darian Mensah | Duke | QB |
| 7 | Tennessee Titans | Leonard Moore | Notre Dame | CB |
| 8 | New Orleans Saints | Colin Simmons | Texas | EDGE |
| 9 | Atlanta Falcons | DJ Lagway | Baylor | QB |
| 10 | Washington Commanders | Cam Coleman | Texas | WR |
| 11 | New York Giants | Will Echoles | Ole Miss | DT |
| 12 | New York Jets (via IND) | Ellis Robinson IV | Georgia | CB |
| 13 | Pittsburgh Steelers | Dylan Stewart | South Carolina | EDGE |
| 14 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Trey’Dez Green | LSU | TE |
| 15 | Minnesota Vikings | Ashton Hampton | Clemson | CB |
| 16 | Jacksonville Jaguars | Jordan Seaton | LSU | OT |
| 17 | Chicago Bears | David Stone | Oklahoma | DT |
| 18 | New York Jets (via DAL) | Reed Harris | Arizona State | WR |
| 19 | Dallas Cowboys | Trevor Lauck | Iowa | OT |
| 20 | Denver Broncos | Jamari Johnson | Oregon | TE |
| 21 | Cincinnati Bengals | Brauntae Johnson | Notre Dame | S |
| 22 | Houston Texans | Trevor Goosby | Texas | OT |
| 23 | San Francisco 49ers | Nick Marsh | Indiana | WR |
| 24 | Philadelphia Eagles | Melvin Siani | Texas | OT |
| 25 | Detroit Lions | Kade Pieper | Iowa | IOL |
| 26 | Kansas City Chiefs | Charlie Becker | Indiana | WR |
| 27 | New England Patriots | Sammy Brown | Clemson | LB |
| 28 | Los Angeles Chargers | A’Mauri Washington | Oregon | DT |
| 29 | Baltimore Ravens | Ahmad Moten | Miami | DT |
| 30 | Seattle Seahawks | Greg Johnson | Minnesota | IOL |
| 31 | Buffalo Bills | KJ Bolden | Georgia | S |
| 32 | Cleveland Browns (via LAR) | Boubacar Traore | Notre Dame | EDGE |
The 2027 NFL Draft picture is already changing
The most notable takeaway after the opening week isn’t necessarily where each individual quarterback ranks.
It’s how many teams could be looking for one.
If five or six quarterbacks ultimately emerge as legitimate first-round candidates, the 2027 NFL Draft could become a fascinating quarterback-driven event.
But we’re still incredibly early in the process.
Manning has Ohio State ahead of him. Sellers has an opportunity to prove himself against better competition. Mensah needs to show that his production translates against stronger opponents. Lagway has to demonstrate consistency. And Carr still has an entire season to establish himself.
Meanwhile, players like Jeremiah Smith, Leonard Moore, Colin Simmons, Dylan Stewart and Boubacar Traore have plenty of time to strengthen their cases as the best non-quarterbacks in the class.
This mock draft will change. A lot. That’s the point.
As more tape becomes available and the NFL draft order begins to take shape, the 2027 class will become easier to evaluate. Check back every week on Best Pod Available for the latest 2027 NFL Mock Draft.
