3-Round 2027 NFL Mock Draft: Cardinals, Browns, and Jets take huge swings at quarterback amid deep run on wide receivers
Not one, not two, but three rounds of NFL Draft picks in this latest 2027 NFL Mock Draft from the A to Z Sports NFL Draft staff.
Halloween weekend is here, which can only mean one thing: the best football of the season is upon us. Given what the first two months of college football have shown, the home stretch could be among the best we have seen in the sport.
Parity is similar in the NFL, where, with less than two weeks until the NFL trade deadline, the season is officially here. So, to celebrate the best ball of the season, here is a brand-new 3-round 2027 NFL Mock Draft. I, Rob Gregson, made the first six picks, followed by Travis May, Kyle Crabbs, Tyler Forness, and Ryan Roberts. The pattern continued throughout. Let’s dive in.
3-Round 2027 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1
1. Miami Dolphins: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State
There’s not much more to say about Jeremiah Smith. He is the cleanest WR prospect to come into the NFL Draft in decades, and a homecoming in Miami would be perfect for him and the Dolphins. His elite size, speed, and catch radius will make him a tough cover from day one. Rarely does the calendar even get to November and we already have a slam-dunk No.1 overall pick, but that’s how good Smith has been.
Jeremiah Smith 2026 stats
(Through 7 games played)
- 52 receptions
- 984 receiving yards
- 12 touchdowns
2. Tennessee Titans: Leonard Moore, CB, Notre Dame
The Tennessee Titans are now armed with multiple first-round picks for the next two years after the blockbuster Jeffery Simmons trade. They can kick off the franchise-altering slew of picks by taking the most well-rounded CB we have seen in years with Leonard Moore. He’s got the physical tools, sticky coverage, and athleticism to be a lockdown corner for some time.
3. Arizona Cardinals: LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina
I don’t know who will be the GM making the picks for Arizona come April, but I would assume he aims to make a splash. That splash comes via LaNorris Sellers. HC Mike LaFleur worked with physically gifted passers in his last two stops before coming to Arizona. Aaron Rodgers and Matthew Stafford are some of the best throwers of the football to ever grace the NFL. Sellers has a lot of those same tangibles and is an insane athlete to boot.
4. New York Jets: Charlie Becker, WR, Indiana
This might seem a little high for Becker, but the likelihood of him going in the top-10 increases weekly at this point. His physical profile, with length and downfield explosive ability, would create a new dynamic within that Jets offense. Pairing him with Garrett Wilson will be fruitful for New York’s future signal caller.
5. Los Angeles Chargers: Colin Simmons, EDGE, Texas
The Los Angeles Chargers are likely experiencing the final season of Khalil Mack’s tenure in L.A. The team has been a massive disappointment in 2026, and they will need to start from the ground up on both sides of the ball. Simmons might not be the biggest player, but he’s shown the ability to rush the passer at a high clip.
6. New York Jets: Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina
If you knew that Dylan Stewart was going to be locked in on football and give it his all, you wouldn’t hesitate to take him first overall. The size, bend, and overall athletic profile just doesn’t come around very often. Making sure he lives up to that potential is the challenge for New York. He and David Bailey could wreck shop for years to come.
7. Philadelphia Eagles: Jordan Seaton, OT, LSU
Five-star pedigree at 6-5, 315 pounds with long striking arms. Jordan Seaton will be a foundational franchise offensive tackle in the NFL for a decade or more. Three years of starting experience already, with 2,000+ snaps of dominant play. The Eagles need their Lane Johnson replacement, and they get him here.
8. New Orleans Saints: Chris Cole, LB, Georgia
Chris Cole can do everything. He can put his hand in the dirt and win off the edge, play in the box and shut down the run, and even play overhang in a variety of ways to confuse opposing quarterbacks. The Saints won’t want to put him in coverage too often, but he will certainly be a near every-down chess piece that anchors the entire defense.
9. Washington Commanders: Trey’Dez Green, TE, LSU
This 6-7, 245-pound monster of a tight end and receiving threat is averaging nearly 70 yards per game and over 14 yards per reception this season. A former two-sport athlete for LSU, he’s pivoted completely away from basketball to become LSU’s de facto WR1 at tight end when healthy. He should be able to do the same at the NFL level, giving Jayden Daniels much-needed help here as a dynamic early-round tight end selection.
10. Cleveland Browns: Darian Mensah, QB, Miami (FL)
Darian Mensah has been the most efficient passing quarterback in the country throughout 2026, destroying every opponent through the air. He leads all power conference QBs in Passer Rating, TD%, Yards per play, QBR, and more. Elite play for three different schools in Tulane, Duke, and now Miami. He finally gives the Browns the franchise QB play their loyal fans deserve.
11. Las Vegas Raiders: Will Echoles, DT, Ole Miss
Will Echoles can pressure the quarterback from any defensive gap, and he stops the run with discipline. There aren’t many elite defensive tackles in this class, but he’s one of them, with great size, balance, length, and athleticism. 8 sacks in his last 21 games. Gives the Raiders interior defensive front a trustworthy every-down player.
12. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Ashton Hampton, CB, Clemson
Ashton Hampton has been the best cornerback in the nation this year. Completion rate allowed below 40%. 10 passes defended. A tackling machine, despite playing the vast majority of snaps on the perimeter. His prototype size, top-tier instincts, and solid leverage and technique make him an easy round one corner selection.
13. New York Giants: Greg Johnson, IOL, Minnesota
Greg Johnson has only helped himself by getting pressed into action at center this season for the Golden Gophers. His addition would give the Giants plenty of flexibility to kick Francis Mauigoa out to tackle or, potentially, replace their center long-term with Johnson. He’s one of the best overall players in this year’s class and should be considered a plug and play starter. We’re building something offensively in New York but we need horses across the board up front.
14. Pittsburgh Steelers: Nick Marsh, WR, Indiana
The Steelers are in need of another option in their passing game. The lack of explosiveness in this phase of the game is a concern regardless of who is throwing the football. The Steelers have a pair of young signal callers on the roster to groom long-term and the presence of Nick Marsh on the outside to go with DK Metcalf would certainly serve as a step in the right direction.
15. Atlanta Falcons: KJ Bolden, SAF, Georgia
The Falcons have Jessie Bates as an expiring contract this offseason. His long-term scope is more short term and the Falcons would be wise to add some impact play behind what has become a highly invested in front seven. Bolden has range and can impact the game on all three levels if asked to move around, giving him a chance to complement Xavier Watts at free safety.
16. Carolina Panthers: Zereoue Williams, OT, Utah
The Panthers’ injury rundown this season at offensive tackle is…let’s just say overwhelming. Yes, the Panthers have Monroe Freeling as a first-round pick last year. But the other spot? Long term? Your guess is as good as mine. Rasheed Walker was signed as a bridge, so it isn’t like he’s guaranteed to hold the opposite spot down. Williams has been a transcendent talent this fall for the Utes after finally getting his first crack as a starter.
17. Houston Texans: Trevor Lauck, OT, Iowa
The Texans’ ongoing offensive line experiment has steadily seen more and more spots become stable. The second starting tackle spot? It’s not there yet. Braden Smith and Trent Brown should not be regarded as long-term answers at the position, and Houston needs more punch up front to help get a balanced offensive attack. Lauck is a dog with a nasty streak in him…yes please.
18. New York Jets: Drew Mestemaker, QB, Oklahoma State
The Jets did not come this far just to come this far! New York desperately needs a long-term option at quarterback and this is as good a time as any to nab one. Mestemaker has the kind of traits that you dream of for a starting quarterback, but he’s rough around the edges and relatively inexperienced. Perhaps Geno Smith can be the bridge to a better tomorrow beyond this season. But either way the Jets need to invest NOW.
19. Dallas Cowboys: Ellis Robinson IV, CB, Georgia
The Cowboys haven’t gotten their return on investment yet with Christian Parker, but they haven’t had the horses at cornerback to truly maximize what they want to do. The acquisition of Joey Porter Jr. does help, but they need more help. Robinson is a ball hawk who knows how to attack receivers.
20. New England Patriots: Kingston Lopa, SAF, California
Even though maximizing Drake Maye might be the smarter play here, Lopa’s ball hawking skills are something that should be taken seriously. He would provide a very nice addition to the back end of the Patriots’ secondary.
21. Minnesota Vikings: Jamari Johnson, TE, Oregon
You can look at the Vikings’ roster and find a few different positions they could target. one that stands out for me is at tight end, with T.J. Hockenson set to be a free agent. Johnson is a true inline tight end who can be the blocker and vertical threat that Kevin O’Connell needs in his offense.
22. Cincinnati Bengals: Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida
Joe Burrow has always had a plethora of weapons, but they have struggled to find a top back after moving on from Joe Mixon. Jadan Baugh would give the Bengals a versatile back who would give the Bengals an upgrade in every way in the backfield.
23. Denver Broncos: A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon
One of the strongest units in the NFL is the Broncos’ defensive line, but they are starting to get older. Getting a game wrecker like A’Mauri Washington to sure up their front would be a great way to keep the Broncos’ formidable defense maintained.
24. Detroit Lions: Kade Pieper, IOL, Iowa
We have seen growth from Christian Mahogany this year, but is it enough to not completely sure up the offensive line? I think Kade Pieper could step in and be a stalwart for the Lions, and potentially be their long-term option at center if Cade Mays doesn’t work out.
25. Tennessee Titans (via CHI): Xavier Gilliam, DT, Tennessee
With Jeff Simmons traded to the Chicago Bears, there is now a massive need for the Titans inside at defensive tackle. Gilliam is a dynamic penetrator with loads of upside. He should be a nice partner on the interior with John Franklin-Myers.
26. Jacksonville Jaguars: Lance Heard, OT, Kentucky
The Jaguars have some huge issues at offensive tackle right now, especially with the injury to Anton Harrison. Heard isn’t a perfect pass protector but he is dominant in the running game. His ascension at Kentucky has been fun to watch.
27. Baltimore Ravens: Devan Thompkins, DT, Alabama
With Calais Campbell on his last leg, the Ravens are going to need a diverse defensive lineman who can play inside and out. The former USC transfer fits that style perfectly.
28. Cleveland Browns: Yhonzae Pierre, EDGE, Alabama
Jared Verse plays a very physical style. Getting an EDGE partner who brings a little more juice to the table would be a nice addition. That is what Pierre represents.
29. Seattle Seahawks: Clev Lubin, EDGE, Louisville
Lubin has some limitations in the run game, but he is an outstanding pass rusher. He can get after the football as good as anyone in the 2027 class.
30. Kansas City Chiefs: Reed Harris, WR, Arizona State
The Chiefs need a true outside ball winner. Harris brings a ton of size and vertical ability to the table. He feels like an easy fit.
31. Buffalo Bills: Cam Coleman, WR, Texas
The Bills made a big splash this offseason with DJ Moore, and Keon Coleman has finally shown flashes of taking the next step. But with Cam Coleman on the board still, he’s too hard to pass on. He would bring a true vertical deep threat to the offense. Someone who can win with explosion, size, and speed. That sounds like fun to me when your quarterback is Josh Allen.
32. San Francisco 49ers: Ryan Coleman-Williams, WR, Alabama
The San Francisco 49ers have been ravaged by injuries in their WR corps, and that offense is built on YAC monsters who run clean, precise routes. That’s Ryan Coleman-Williams to a tee. HC Kyle Shanahan would love his ability to get open over the middle of the field and his elusiveness and speed once the ball is in his hands.
Rounds 2 and 3 of 2027 NFL Mock Draft:
33. Miami Dolphins: Vicari Swain, CB, South Carolina
34. Tennessee Titans: Jordan Ross, EDGE, LSU
35. Arizona Cardinals: KJ Duff, WR, Rutgers
36. New York Jets: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, LB, Notre Dame
37. Los Angeles Chargers: David Stone, DT, Oklahoma
38. Indianapolis Colts: CJ Carr, QB, Notre Dame
39. Philadelphia Eagles: Kelley Jones, CB, Mississippi State
40. New Orleans Saints: Jelani McDonald, SAF, Texas
41. Washington Commanders: Princewill Umanmielen, EDGE, LSU
42. Cleveland Browns: Cayden Green, OL, Missouri
43. Las Vegas Raiders: Omarion Miller, WR, Arizona State
44. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson
45. New York Giants: Tavion Gadson, DL, Kentucky
46. Pittsburgh Steelers: Trinidad Chambliss, QB, Ole Miss
47. Atlanta Falcons: Mario Craver, WR, Texas A&M
48. Carolina Panthers: Melvin Siani, OT, Texas
49. Arizona Cardinals: Carter Smith, OT, Indiana
50. Dallas Cowboys: Rasheem Biles, LB, Texas
51. Green Bay Packers: Will Heldt, EDGE, Clemson
52. New England Patriots: Luke Reynolds, TE, Virginia Tech
53. Minnesota Vikings: Isaac Brown, RB, Louisville
54. Cincinnati Bengals: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama
55. Denver Broncos: DJ Vonnahme, TE, Iowa
56. Detroit Lions: Audavion Collins, CB, Penn State
57. Chicago Bears: Boubacar Traore, EDGE, Notre Dame
58. Jacksonville Jaguars: Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss
59. Baltimore Ravens: Anthonie Knapp, IOL, Notre Dame
60. Los Angeles Rams: Tony Rojas, LB, Penn State
61. Seattle Seahawks: Ryan Wingo, WR, Texas
62. Kansas City Chiefs: Trevor Goosby, OT, Texas
63. Buffalo Bills: Justin Scott, DT, Miami (FL)
64. San Francisco 49ers: Tae Johnson, SAF, Notre Dame
65. Miami Dolphins: Quincy Rhodes Jr., EDGE, Arkansas
66. Tennessee Titans: Brendan Sorsby, QB, NA
67. Arizona Cardinals: Matayo Uiagalelei, EDGE, Oregon
68. New York Jets: Samson Okunlola, IOL, Miami (FL)
69. Los Angeles Chargers: Duce Robinson, WR, Florida State
70. Indianapolis Colts: Austin Siereveld, OT, Ohio State
71. Minnesota Vikings: Conner Weigman, QB, Houston
72. New Orleans Saints: Jayden Maiava, QB, USC
73. Washington Commanders: Ty Benefield, SAF, LSU
74. Cleveland Browns: Peyton Bowen, SAF, Oklahoma
75. Las Vegas Raiders: Zach Lutmer, DB, Iowa
76. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Deuce Alexander, WR, Ole Miss
77. New York Giants: PJ Williams, OL, SMU
78. Pittsburgh Steelers: Anto Saka, EDGE, Texas A&M
79. Atlanta Falcons: Suntarine Perkins, LB, Ole Miss
80. Carolina Panthers: Jyaire Hill, CB, Michigan
81. Houston Texans: Ahmad Hardy, RB, Missouri
82. Pittsburgh Steelers: Jaylen McClain, SAF, Ohio State
83. Green Bay Packers: A.J. Holmes, DT, Texas Tech
84. New England Patriots: Whit Weeks, LB, LSU
85. Minnesota Vikings: Dejuan Lane, SAF, Tennessee
86. Cincinnati Bengals: Cade Uluave, LB, BYU
87. Denver Broncos: Dylan Riley, RB, Boise State
88. Detroit Lions: DJ McKinney, CB, Notre Dame
89. Chicago Bears: Elijah Paige, OT, USC
90. Jacksonville Jaguars: Earl Little, SAF, Ohio State
91. Baltimore Ravens: Jamari Sharpe, CB, Indiana
92. Kansas City Chiefs: Bray Hubbard, SAF, Alabama
93. Seattle Seahawks: Damon Wilson, EDGE, Miami (FL)
94. Kansas City Chiefs: Christian Alliegro, LB, Ohio State
95. Buffalo Bills: Koi Perich, SAF, Oregon
96. San Francisco 49ers: Niki Prongos, OT, Stanford
