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CBS Sports’ Early 2027 Round 1 NFL Mock Draft

Patrick Kelleher

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32) Cleveland Browns (via LAR): Charlie Becker, WR, Indiana
"An interchangeable weapon, he pairs a 6-foot-4 frame with elite body control and strong 50/50 skills — traits that should help him continue climbing boards." - CBS Sports

If Cleveland selects a WR in Round 1 for the 2nd year in a row, Shedeur Sanders would all of a sudden have a plethora of young talent to spread the ball out to.
1) New York Jets: Arch Manning, QB, Texas
"After a turbulent start to his first full season as a starter, Manning helped guide Texas to a 4-1 finish, including three wins over ranked opponents, while flashing athleticism as a runner that adds another layer to his profile." - CBS Sports

If this is the year the Jets can find some luck in the draft order, they may finally find their first franchise QB since Joe Namath.
2) Arizona Cardinals: Dante Moore, QB, Oregon
"Widely regarded as one of the most natural passers in the class, his decision to return should only strengthen his case to be in the conversation for the No. 1 overall pick." - CBS Sports

Will the decision to stay in school another year pay off? Moore has the potential to be a star, and Arizona would be thrilled to land him.
3) Miami Dolphins: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State
"A rare physical specimen, he became just the second receiver in program history to post back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. His blend of size, speed and strength -- paired with elite intangibles -- makes him one of the most complete receiver prospects in years." - CBS Sports

Since his freshman season, Jeremiah Smith has been touted as a future NFL All-Pro WR. Miami would not hesitate to make Smith their top target for years to come.
4) Cleveland Browns: Colin Simmons, EDGE, Texas
"A quick-twitch, explosive pass rusher with relentless tenacity, he possesses rare physical tools off the edge that help offset concerns about his length and overall mass at the next level." - CBS Sports

Regarded as the early top EDGE rusher going into the draft this season, Cleveland could look to try and fill the shoes of All-Pro Myles Garrett with another elite young prospect in Colin Simmons.
5) Tennessee Titans: Leonard Moore, EDGE, Notre Dame
"At 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds, he offers excellent size and length, and his combination of instincts and experience puts him firmly in the mix to be the first defensive player off the board in 2027." - CBS Sports

Robert Saleh loves his defensive players, and grabbing arguably the most complete player in the draft at No. 5 might be too hard to pass on.
6) Las Vegas Raiders: Cam Coleman, WR, Texas
"At 6-foot-3, Coleman brings elite field-stretching ability and the capacity to play above the rim, making his appeal easy to understand." - CBS Sports

QB Fernando Mendoza will greatly benefit from a weapon who can rise and grab the deep ball. Coleman is making a gamble on himself, transferring from LSU.
7) New Orleans Saints: Dylan Stewart, EDGE, South Carolina
"One of the most explosive pass rushers in the country over the past two seasons, Stewart's production doesn't fully capture his impact. With a long, wiry frame and excellent length, he covers ground quickly, flashing elite speed, bend, and occasional power that make him difficult to contain off the edge." - CBS Sports

New Orleans is viewed as a team that is still a couple of seasons away from truly having playoff aspirations. Adding Dylan Stewart to come off the EDGE for this defense could accelerate that process.
8) Pittsburgh Steelers: Brendan Sorsby, QB, Texas Tech
"An athletic passer with a prototypical NFL frame at 6-foot-3 and 235 pounds, he can win both in and out of the pocket while flashing the arm talent and playmaking instincts coveted on Sundays." - CBS Sports

While Sorsby may come with his controversies, you cannot question his talent and potential, as the Steelers still look for their next QB after Rodgers' retirement.
9) Carolina Panthers: Trey'Dez Green, TE, LSU
"While he doesn't lack the toughness to play in-line, he does his best work as a receiver, aligning outside and in the slot while stressing defenses with his size and athleticism, particularly in the red zone." - CBS Sports

Bryce Young has a tandem of young wide receivers, led by reigning Offensive ROTY Tet McMillan. Trey'Dez Green would give them a Swiss Army knife at tight end.
10) Atlanta Falcons: Trevor Goosby, OT, Texas
"Listed at 6-foot-7 and just over 310 pounds, Goosby uses his frame exceptionally well as both a pass protector and run blocker, typically winning with length at the point of attack. Still filling out, his best football is ahead of him -- which is encouraging given what he's already shown." - CBS Sports

Atlanta adds an anchor to the offensive line in Trevor Goosby. Whoever the QB might be in 2027, having Goosby protecting your blindside is a plus.
11) New York Giants: Ellis Robinson IV, CB, Georgia
"A silky-smooth mover with excellent reactionary quickness and athleticism, the former five-star showed clear growth last season and continues to gain the confidence that could send him climbing up boards next April." - CBS Sports

The Giants' front seven on defense could match up with many of the top units across the league. The secondary remains the biggest weakness, and adding Ellis Robinson IV could go a long way in shoring up the CB position.
12) Minnesota Vikings: Jordan Seaton, OT, LSU
"A highly skilled, athletic offensive tackle, some evaluators believe he could ultimately transition to the right side to ease his move to Sundays. While the talent is evident, he remains far from a finished product." - CBS Sports

A transfer to LSU from Colorado could be just what Jordan Seaton needs to reach his full potential and become a bookend tackle in the NFL.
13) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Brice Pollock, CB, Texas Tech
"At 6-foot and just under 200 pounds, the Georgia native moves with ease and shows the instincts to hold up in both man and zone. He's also a natural around the ball, turning opportunities into production with five interceptions." - CBS Sports

Pollock would join a Buccaneers defense that could use a jolt in the secondary after suffering several high-scoring losses over the past couple of seasons.
14) Washington Commanders: Boubacar Traore, EDGE, Notre Dame
"A smooth mover at 6-foot-5 and 250-plus pounds, he consistently plays with more power than his frame suggests. His athleticism off the edge pairs with his ability to collapse the pocket and hold up against the run, giving him a versatile, Swiss Army knife profile." - CBS Sports

In this scenario, the Commanders would be building a nice young foundation on defense in the form of Sonny Styles and Boubacar Traore.
15) New York Jets: (via IND) David Stone, DL, Oklahoma
"Stone's athleticism and versatility have quickly shown up along Brent Venables' defensive front. A former five-star out of IMG Academy, he uses cat-like quickness and the ability to displace blockers to create consistent backfield disruption." - CBS Sports

After landing David Bailey 2nd overall this past draft, Darren Mougey could pair Bailey off the edge with David Stone's presence in the middle.
16) Cincinnati Bengals: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama
"While he may not have the same athletic ceiling as corners like Leonard Moore or Brice Pollock, his patience, instincts, and experience should allow him to make an immediate impact." - CBS Sports

The Bengals seem to always need defensive help. After not doing much to the secondary this past offseason, Zabien Brown could make an immediate impact for this team.
17) Chicago Bears: Matayo Uiagalelei, EDGE, Oregon
"The younger brother of DJ Uiagalelei, Matayo has carved out his own path in Eugene as one of the most talented pass rushers in the country. A former two-way standout at St. John Bosco, he pairs suddenness and athleticism with a dense frame, offering three-down versatility." - CBS Sports

Uiagalelei's ceiling makes him a very intriguing option in the middle of the first round as the Bears continue to build towards Super Bowl contention.
18) Jacksoville Jaguars: Ahmad Moten Sr., DL, Miami(FL)
"At 6-foot-3 and 320 pounds, he's a bull in a china shop, pairing an explosive first step with the quickness to disrupt opposing backfields. A versatile piece who can line up across the front, don't be surprised if he comes off the board earlier than expected." - CBS Sports

Moten's ability to stop the run up the middle and come off the edge as a rusher could make him a steal if he falls to Jacksonville at 18th overall.
19) New York Jets: (via DAL) Austin Siereveld, OL, Ohio State
"A veteran presence along Ohio State's offensive line with 21 starts over the past two seasons at both left tackle and guard, Siereveld offers the kind of versatility and stability that's tough to find." - CBS Sports

The offensive line is arguably the strength of the Jets' team up to this point. With three picks in next year's first round, the Jets could add to an already impressive unit.
20) Houston Texans: Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss
"Listed just under 6 feet and 200 pounds, Lacy consistently plays bigger than his size. A home-run threat who can operate between the tackles and stretch defenses laterally, his three-down value should ease concerns about positional value." - CBS Sports

The premier running back in next year's draft seems to be Kewan Lacy out of Ole Miss. Another stellar year in the SEC could see him fly up boards by the time next April rolls around.
21) Dallas Cowboys: Ryan Williams, WR, Alabama
"After taking a step back as a sophomore, Williams will look to recapture the form that made him a household name as a freshman. Despite a disappointing second season, he still possesses rare, game-breaking talent and the versatility to project as a likely Day 1 selection." - CBS Sports

Assuming George Pickens will not return after this season, Ryan Williams could form a dangerous duo in Dallas with CeeDee Lamb.
22) Denver Broncos: Jamari Johnson, TE, Oregon
"A different profile than Sadiq, he brings a unique skill set at 6-foot-5 and nearly 260 pounds, showing the athleticism and fluidity to separate before and after the catch." - CBS Sports

Jamari Johnson would provide another dynamic weapon for Bo Nix and Sean Payton's offense, creating mismatches all over the field.
23) Detroit Lions: KJ Bolden, S, Georgia
"A former five-star and steady contributor in Kirby Smart's defense, Bolden brings the run-pass versatility and instincts demanded of a first-round safety." - CBS Sports

KJ Bolden would provide an instant boost to a Lions secondary that could use a ball-hawking anchor in the middle.
24) Philadelphia Eagles: Princewill Umanmielen, EDGE, LSU
"After recording 9.5 sacks in his lone season in Oxford, Umanmielen followed Lane Kiffin to Baton Rouge. A twitchy mover with an explosive first step and closing speed, he'll look to build on the most productive season of his career." - CBS Sports

Howie Roseman never passes on the chance to land a defensive player from the SEC, and Umanmielen's upside could make a solidified Eagles defense even stronger.
25) New England Patriots: Will Heldt, EDGE, Clemson
"A long, sudden mover at 6-foot-6 and 260 pounds, he has a knack for making plays in the backfield, pairing strong instincts with the ability to impact both the run and pass." - CBS Sports

As New England continues to add to their young core and try to remain atop the AFC, Will Heldt would bring size and speed to the Patriots' pass rush.
26) San Francisco 49ers: Lance Heard, OT, Kentucky
"At 6-foot-6 and 330 pounds, he uses his frame to dictate terms, though he may ultimately transition to the right side -- or even inside -- on Sundays." - CBS Sports

As Trent Williams inches closer to retirement, San Francisco could find his replacement in the form of Lance Heard.
27) Kansas City Chiefs: Omarion Miller, WR, Arizona State
"At 6-foot-2 and 210 pounds, the Louisiana native is an easy mover who can win at all three levels, pairing production with traits that could continue to push him up boards." - CBS Sports

With Travis Kelce's future past this season uncertain, and some of the young WRs due for extensions, Omarion Miller could turn into Patrick Mahomes' latest downfield weapon.
28) Los Angeles Chargers: A'Mauri Washington, DL, Oregon
"A natural mover with positional versatility, he'll need to develop more consistency to solidify his status as a Day 1 pick." - CBS Sports

We know Jim Harbaugh loves the trenches, and A'Mauri Washington feels like a player Harbaugh would love to develop and add to the defensive front.
29) Baltimore Ravens: Ryan Wingo, WR, Texas
"At 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, his size and vertical playmaking ability make him an intriguing prospect. He should benefit from the arrival of Cam Coleman as he settles into a more defined complementary role." - CBS Sports

Outside of Zay Flowers, Baltimore is still lacking that true No. 2 option at WR. Ryan Wingo's size would complement Flowers' presence in the slot perfectly.
30) Buffalo Bills: Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, LB, Notre Dame
"His ability to provide situational pass-rush juice only adds to his value. He's coming off a torn ACL suffered in November but appears on track to return at full strength this fall." - CBS Sports

The Notre Dame standout would make a potentially dominant pairing at the linebacker position with Matt Milano.
31) Seattle Seahawks: Yhonzae Pierre, EDGE, Alabama
"A former five-star, he showed flashes of high-level play with eight sacks as a sophomore while demonstrating the versatility to line up both on and off the ball." - CBS Sports

Mike Macdonald would be thrilled to add a player with Yhonzae Pierre's ceiling to an already stout defense.
32) Cleveland Browns (via LAR): Charlie Becker, WR, Indiana
"An interchangeable weapon, he pairs a 6-foot-4 frame with elite body control and strong 50/50 skills — traits that should help him continue climbing boards." - CBS Sports

If Cleveland selects a WR in Round 1 for the 2nd year in a row, Shedeur Sanders would all of a sudden have a plethora of young talent to spread the ball out to.
1) New York Jets: Arch Manning, QB, Texas
"After a turbulent start to his first full season as a starter, Manning helped guide Texas to a 4-1 finish, including three wins over ranked opponents, while flashing athleticism as a runner that adds another layer to his profile." - CBS Sports

If this is the year the Jets can find some luck in the draft order, they may finally find their first franchise QB since Joe Namath.

CBS Sports’ Early 2027 Round 1 NFL Mock Draft

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