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ESPN Reveals 2027 NFL Mock Draft: 3 QBs Taken in the Top 5

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32) Los Angeles Rams: EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei, Oregon
Matayo Uiagalelei's return to Oregon could significantly boost his draft stock. The powerful edge rusher flashes intriguing versatility with the ability to win using length, strength, and an expanding pass-rush arsenal. Los Angeles targeting another young edge defender would be logical with future roster questions looming.

“He has shown flashes and can win with his length, diverse set of moves, and power profile.” - Jordan Reid
1) Arizona Cardinals: QB Arch Manning, Texas
Arch Manning heading to Arizona would instantly give the Cardinals a franchise quarterback to build around. The former Texas star took major strides during his first season as a starter, showing the arm talent and athleticism that made him one of the most hyped quarterback recruits of the modern era. If his development continues trending upward, pairing him with a young core in Arizona could completely reshape the direction of the franchise.

“He has all the traits of a No. 1 pick -- he just needs to unlock the next stage of his development.” - Jordan Reid
2) Miami Dolphins: WR Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State
Jeremiah Smith landing in Miami would give the Dolphins a true WR1 capable of taking over games from Day 1. Smith has looked like a future top-five pick since arriving at Ohio State, blending elite size, explosiveness, and ball skills into one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in college football. Replacing Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle is no easy task, but Smith has the ceiling to become the next superstar receiver in South Beach.

“Andre Johnson and Julio Jones come to mind as easy NFL comparisons.” - Jordan Reid
3) New York Jets: QB Dante Moore, Oregon
Dante Moore to the Jets would continue New York’s search for long-term stability under center. Moore looked far more polished during his return season at Oregon, displaying improved command of the offense while carving up defenses with his natural arm talent. If he continues to develop against pressure, the Jets could finally have the franchise quarterback they’ve spent years chasing.

“He was one of the best passers in the country last season.” - Jordan Reid
4) Cleveland Browns: QB CJ Carr, Notre Dame
CJ Carr feels like the type of quarterback prospect who could rise quickly throughout the 2026 season. The Notre Dame signal-caller showed impressive poise during his first year as a starter, operating with timing, rhythm, and confidence in big moments. Cleveland's continued investment in quarterbacks would not be surprising, especially if Carr takes another major leap this fall.

“He has a snappy release and excellent command at the line.” - Jordan Reid
5) Las Vegas Raiders: WR Cam Coleman, Texas
Cam Coleman transferring to Texas could end up being one of the biggest storylines of the college football season. The former Auburn standout already flashed WR1 traits despite inconsistent quarterback play, and catching passes from Arch Manning could unlock an entirely different level of production. Las Vegas desperately needs another playmaker on the outside, and Coleman has the size and reliability to become exactly that.

“Coleman excelled in two seasons at Auburn despite inconsistent QB play.” - Jordan Reid
6) Atlanta Falcons: OT Trevor Goosby, Texas
Trevor Goosby would fill a massive need for Atlanta after the unexpected retirement of Kaleb McGary. The Texas offensive tackle has the frame, athleticism, and movement skills NFL teams covet at the position, especially in pass protection. With another strong season protecting Arch Manning’s blindside, Goosby could cement himself as one of the top linemen in the country.

“He allowed only one sack last season.” - Jordan Reid
7) Tennessee Titans: OT Jordan Seaton, LSU
Jordan Seaton heading to Tennessee would give the Titans a potential long-term answer at left tackle. After transferring from Colorado to LSU, Seaton enters the season with major expectations thanks to his footwork and natural ability as a pass protector. If his run blocking continues improving, it is easy to see why scouts view him as a future top-10 pick.

“He's an easy mover as a pass protector.” - Jordan Reid
8) Carolina Panthers: CB Leonard Moore, Notre Dame
Leonard Moore could become a perfect fit in Carolina’s secondary alongside Jaycee Horn. The Notre Dame corner emerged as one of the premier defensive backs in college football thanks to his length, instincts, and ability to completely erase receivers in coverage. With shutdown corners becoming increasingly valuable in today’s NFL, Moore’s stock could soar even higher this season.

“Moore reminds me of Christian Gonzalez and can be a true shutdown corner in the NFL.” - Jordan Reid
9) New Orleans Saints: EDGE Dylan Stewart, South Carolina
Dylan Stewart to New Orleans would finally give the Saints another explosive edge presence to build around. The South Carolina star is one of the twitchiest pass rushers in the country and constantly pressures quarterbacks with his burst and flexibility off the edge. If the sack production catches up to the disruption, Stewart has the talent to be the first defender drafted.

“Stewart could be the first non-QB off the board.” - Jordan Reid
10) New York Giants: CB Ellis Robinson IV, Georgia
Ellis Robinson IV started slowly at Georgia before eventually turning into one of the Bulldogs’ most impactful defenders. The former five-star recruit has the athletic traits and physicality teams want in modern NFL corners, especially with his willingness to attack downhill against the run. New York continuing to build its secondary around young defensive backs would make plenty of sense.

“Robinson is one of the best defenders I've studied in this class.” - Jordan Reid
11) Washington Commanders: EDGE Colin Simmons, Texas
Colin Simmons would add another explosive defensive weapon to Washington’s front seven. The Texas edge rusher consistently overwhelmed SEC offensive tackles with his speed and relentless motor, finishing among the conference leaders in sacks. His ability to create chaos off the edge would fit perfectly in a Commanders defense searching for more game-changing playmakers.

“He operated mainly from a two-point stance last season and had an SEC-leading 12 sacks.” - Jordan Reid
12) New York Jets (via IND): DT David Stone, Oklahoma
David Stone has all the tools to become one of the most disruptive interior defensive linemen in the 2027 class. The Oklahoma standout wins with raw power and versatility, showing the ability to line up all over the defensive front while overwhelming blockers at the point of attack. If his pass-rush arsenal continues developing, the Jets could land a foundational piece for the middle of their defense.

“He's difficult to displace with his excellent play power.” - Jordan Reid
13) Minnesota Vikings: TE Jamari Johnson, Oregon
Jamari Johnson feels like the next in line from Oregon’s growing pipeline of NFL tight ends. At his size, Johnson creates major matchup problems down the middle of the field while still bringing value as an in-line blocker. Minnesota targeting another versatile offensive weapon would make a lot of sense if T.J. Hockenson departs.

“With Kenyon Sadiq off to the NFL, it's Johnson's time to shine.” - Jordan Reid
14) Pittsburgh Steelers: QB Drew Mestemaker, Oklahoma State
Drew Mestemaker, continuing his rise all the way to a first-round projection, is one of the more fascinating stories in college football. The former zero-star recruit exploded onto the national scene with his aggressive play style and high-powered production at North Texas before following Eric Morris to Oklahoma State. Pittsburgh taking another swing at quarterback feels inevitable, and Mestemaker’s upside makes him a compelling option.

“His overconfidence is a gift and a curse.” - Jordan Reid
15) Jacksonville Jaguars: EDGE Damon Wilson II, Miami
Damon Wilson II heading to Jacksonville would give the Jaguars another explosive athlete to rotate along the defensive front. Wilson already proved capable of producing in the SEC during his time at Missouri, and a move to Miami could elevate his game even further under Jason Taylor. His burst and closing speed make him an intriguing long-term pass-rushing option.

“Wilson could give them a key rotational rusher.” - Jordan Reid
16) Chicago Bears: DT Ahmad Moten Sr., Miami
Ahmad Moten Sr. would address a major long-term need for Chicago along the interior defensive line. The Miami defensive tackle consistently flashes violent hands and disruptive power, allowing him to impact both the run and pass game. If his technique continues improving, Moten could emerge as one of the top defensive tackles in the country.

“He could be the Grady Jarrett heir apparent in Chicago.” - Jordan Reid
17) New York Jets (via DAL): CB Zabien Brown, Alabama
Zabien Brown has quietly developed into one of Alabama’s most polished defensive backs. The instinctive corner thrives in both man and zone coverage while consistently making timely plays on the football. With Sauce Gardner’s future uncertain, the Jets adding another young corner with versatility would be a logical move.

“Brown is a savvy and poised corner who is a competitive technician.” - Jordan Reid
18) Cincinnati Bengals: CB Kelley Jones, Mississippi State
Kelley Jones brings rare length and physical tools to the cornerback position. The Mississippi State defender excels in zone coverage and uses his size extremely well to close passing windows against opposing receivers. Cincinnati could view him as a developmental starter with major upside if he becomes more consistent and limits explosive plays.

“He allowed an FBS-low seven receptions last season.” - Jordan Reid
19) Tampa Bay Buccaneers: TE Trey'Dez Green, LSU
Trey'Dez Green would give Tampa Bay one of the biggest matchup nightmares in the NFL. LSU has utilized him more like a giant receiver than a traditional tight end, and his combination of size and leaping ability makes him extremely dangerous in the red zone. With Lane Kiffin now involved, Green’s production could take a major jump.

“Green is a glorified, supersized receiver.” - Jordan Reid
20) Denver Broncos: DT A'Mauri Washington, Oregon
A'Mauri Washington returning to Oregon could end up paying off in a huge way next spring. The explosive defensive tackle consistently collapses pockets with his quickness and power, making life difficult for interior offensive linemen. Denver pairing him with Zach Allen would create another disruptive presence up front.

“His ability to collapse pockets would play well alongside Zach Allen.” - Jordan Reid
21) Detroit Lions: OG Cayden Green, Missouri
Cayden Green would fit Detroit’s identity as a physical, downhill football team. The Missouri lineman brings power and toughness in the run game while still possessing intriguing upside as a pass protector. If he fully regains his mobility after last season’s foot injury, Green could climb even higher on draft boards.

“He's a physical presence at 6-foot-5, 324 pounds.” - Jordan Reid
22) Houston Texans: RB Kewan Lacy, Ole Miss
Kewan Lacy looks every bit like the next star running back to come out of the SEC. The Ole Miss playmaker combines elite vision with explosive cutting ability, allowing him to turn small creases into huge gains. Houston desperately needs more consistency in the backfield, and Lacy has the talent to become the centerpiece of an offense.

“His 24 rushing touchdowns last season were the third most in SEC history.” - Jordan Reid
23) Dallas Cowboys (via GB): WR Charlie Becker, Indiana
Charlie Becker emerged late in the season as one of Indiana’s most dangerous offensive weapons. The former hurdler’s athleticism shows up constantly on contested catches and deep-ball situations, giving him major upside moving forward. Dallas could view him as an ideal complement to CeeDee Lamb if his development continues.

“He averaged 19.9 yards per catch in 2025.” - Jordan Reid
24) Los Angeles Chargers: DT Will Echoles, Ole Miss
Will Echoles made one of the biggest jumps of any defensive tackle in college football last season. The Ole Miss standout became far more disruptive against both the run and pass while showcasing impressive strength and quickness inside. Adding another young defensive lineman to Los Angeles would make sense, given that several veterans are nearing the end of their contracts.

“He creates trouble for blockers because of his combination of quickness and strength.” - Jordan Reid
25) New England Patriots: WR Nick Marsh, Indiana
Nick Marsh stepping into a featured role at Indiana could dramatically raise his draft stock. The former Michigan State receiver thrives working underneath and after the catch, bringing toughness and physicality to the position. New England's continued addition of weapons around its young offense would make Marsh a strong fit.

“Marsh plays like the Jets' first-rounder and is best deployed in the short to intermediate area.” - Jordan Reid
26) Philadelphia Eagles: S KJ Bolden, Georgia
KJ Bolden continues to look like another future first-round defensive back out of Georgia. His instincts and versatility stand out immediately on tape, especially with the way he communicates and moves around the secondary. Philadelphia's emphasis on interchangeable defenders on the back end makes this projection easy to understand.

“Bolden is an instinctive and intelligent safety.” - Jordan Reid
27) San Francisco 49ers: S Tae Johnson, Notre Dame
Tae Johnson broke out in a major way for Notre Dame and looks poised for an even bigger season ahead. His combination of speed, instincts, and physicality allows him to impact games both in coverage and against the run. San Francisco adding another versatile defensive back would fit perfectly with its defensive philosophy.

“He is a candidate to make a big rise in 2026.” - Jordan Reid
28) Kansas City Chiefs: EDGE Quincy Rhodes Jr., Arkansas
Quincy Rhodes Jr. gives Kansas City a different type of edge defender compared to some of the speed rushers already on the roster. The Arkansas standout brings size, strength, and positional versatility, allowing him to line up in multiple fronts. If he becomes more consistent snap-to-snap, Rhodes has the tools to become a high draft pick.

“He is a classic tweener who is capable of two-gapping in a three-down defensive front.” - Jordan Reid
29) Baltimore Ravens: RB Ahmad Hardy, Missouri
Ahmad Hardy heading to Baltimore almost feels too perfect. The Missouri running back punished defenses last season with his downhill running style and elite production after contact, drawing obvious comparisons to Derrick Henry. If the Ravens want to prepare for the future at running back, Hardy would be an ideal successor.

“His 1,208 yards after contact ranked first in the FBS.” - Jordan Reid
30) Seattle Seahawks: EDGE Yhonzae Pierre, Alabama
Yhonzae Pierre rapidly emerged as one of Alabama’s top defensive playmakers last season. His versatility allows him to rush from multiple alignments while creating turnovers with his aggressive style of play. Seattle’s defensive scheme would maximize his flexibility and edge explosiveness.

“He's a scheme-versatile defender.” - Jordan Reid
31) Buffalo Bills: WR Ryan Coleman-Williams, Alabama
Ryan Coleman-Williams still possesses some of the highest upside among receivers in this draft class despite a quieter 2025 season. The Alabama wideout remains a dangerous vertical threat with elite body control and playmaking ability at all three levels of the field. Buffalo continuing to search for another true difference-maker at receiver makes plenty of sense.

“Many are expecting a bounce-back year.” - Jordan Reid
32) Los Angeles Rams: EDGE Matayo Uiagalelei, Oregon
Matayo Uiagalelei's return to Oregon could significantly boost his draft stock. The powerful edge rusher flashes intriguing versatility with the ability to win using length, strength, and an expanding pass-rush arsenal. Los Angeles targeting another young edge defender would be logical with future roster questions looming.

“He has shown flashes and can win with his length, diverse set of moves, and power profile.” - Jordan Reid
1) Arizona Cardinals: QB Arch Manning, Texas
Arch Manning heading to Arizona would instantly give the Cardinals a franchise quarterback to build around. The former Texas star took major strides during his first season as a starter, showing the arm talent and athleticism that made him one of the most hyped quarterback recruits of the modern era. If his development continues trending upward, pairing him with a young core in Arizona could completely reshape the direction of the franchise.

“He has all the traits of a No. 1 pick -- he just needs to unlock the next stage of his development.” - Jordan Reid

ESPN Reveals 2027 NFL Mock Draft: 3 QBs Taken in the Top 5

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