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Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (UPDATED 2/7): Round 1 /Picks 17-32
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Detroit Lions: Kayden Proctor, OT, Alabama |
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I’ve had the Lions taking a tackle a lot, and the odds of that happening increased with the release of Taylor Decker. I think Detroit will sign a cheap veteran, but target a long-term cheap solution in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Proctor’s size and phy
Overall, Proctor played well in 2023 as a freshman. Except for struggling against Michigan in the college football playoff, Proctor was generally reliable in protecting Jalen Milroe in 2024 and then Ty Simpson in 2025. Proctor (6-7, 360) is a massive left tackle with a very good skill set of size, strength, length, and athleticism. Proctor is quick and athletic for his size, and that could be seen with him serving as a short-yardage running back during his college career. NFL team sources say they have concerns about Proctor’s weight. Sources say that Proctor has a lot of talent and upside. If he lands with good coaching and works hard, Proctor could be a star.
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Click here to jump to the Lions' second-round pick. | Rd: 4 Pk: 18 | Rd: 4 Pk: 28 | Rd: 5 Pk: 17| 18. |
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Minnesota Vikings: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee |
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The Vikings need more cornerback talent. Here’s a potential No. 1 outside corner for Brian Flores.
McCoy did not play in 2025, coming off a torn ACL, but his 2024 tape was so good that he could still be a first-round pick. The 6-foot, 190-pound McCoy had an excellent sophomore season with 44 tackles, four interceptions, and seven passes broken up. He played well in 2023 with 31 tackles, two interceptions, and seven breakups. McCoy is an instinctive corner with good ball skills and a willing tackler. He could be a steal if he returns to his 2024 form.
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Click here to jump to the Vikings' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 18 | Rd: 4 Pk: 17| 19. |
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Carolina Panthers: Caleb Banks, DT, Florida |
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The Panthers grab a tackle to go next to Derrick Brown.
In 2025, Banks injured his foot in September and missed over two months. He had six tackles for the season, but Banks (6-6, 325) was excellent at the Senior Bowl. He is a quick interior pass rusher with the size and strength to defend the run. Banks is well-rounded, but gets in trouble when he stands up and plays too high. In his second season with the Gators, Banks showed his pass-rush ability in 2024. He recorded 4.5 sacks with 21 tackles, one forced fumble, and one pass defended. He had 19 tackles with a sack in 2023. Prior to that, Banks had two tackles with a sack while playing at Louisville. Banks has a good skill set with upside.
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Click here to jump to the Panthers' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 19 | Rd: 4 Pk: 19 | Rd: 5 Pk: 19 | Rd: 5 Pk: 23| 20. |
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Dallas Cowboys: Keldric Faulk, DE, Auburn |
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The Cowboys grab an edge rusher who is big and will help them stop the run.
Faulk had 29 tackles with two sacks and three passes batted in 2025. The Tigers’ defensive coaches squandered Faulk’s pass-rush ability by making him two-gap rather than letting him rush upfield. Faulk was a beast for Auburn in 2024, with a big-time presence behind the line of scrimmage. He had seven sacks, 45 tackles, and one forced fumble. He has shown speed and power as a pass rusher while being a big-bodied lineman to defend the run. The 6-foot-6, 270-pounder has upside to develop as he gains experience. Sources say that Faulk is a great kid, a hard worker, and loves football.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 12 | Rd: 4 Pk: 12 | Rd: 5 Pk: 12| 21. |
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Pittsburgh Steelers: K.C. Concepcion, S, Texas A&M |
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The Steelers need more wide receiver talent to go with D.K. Metcalf.
Concepcion caught 61 passes for 919 yards and nine touchdowns, and returned two punts for touchdowns. The 5-foot-11, 190-pounder is a quick and shifty receiver who is very dangerous with the ball in his hands, over two seasons at N.C. State, Concepcion flashed some ability with the Wolfpack. In 2023, he had 71 receptions for 839 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also ran for 320 yards that season on 41 carries. In 2024, he had 53 catches for 460 yards and six scores.
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Click here to jump to the Steelers' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 12 | Rd: 3 Pk: 21 | Rd: 4 Pk: 21 | Rd: 5 Pk: 21| 22. |
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Los Angeles Chargers: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State |
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The Chargers could use some young defensive line talent. Here’s an interior disruptor and a standout run defender.
McDonald was a disruptive force and a dynamic run defender for the Buckeyes in 2025. He totaled 65 tackles with three sacks, two forced fumbles, and a pass batted. The 6-foot-3, 326-pounder has size, quickness, and athleticism. With power and tenacity, McDonald could be an excellent starting nose tackle in the NFL. He has upside to improve as he gains experience.
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Click here to jump to the Chargers' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 22 | Rd: 4 Pk: 23 | Rd: 5 Pk: 22| 23. |
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Philadelphia Eagles: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon |
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Philadelphia could use some young tight end talent.
In 2025, Sadiq had 51 catches for 560 yards and eight touchdowns. Sadiq flashed in 2024 with 24 catches for 308 yards and two touchdowns. The 6-foot-3, 245-pound Sadiq is a dangerous receiver with upside. Team sources are raving about Sadiq as a talent and mismatch weapon. Even though he is not a big tight end, Sadiq blocks hard and really battles defenders. He is fast, athletic, an excellent route-runner, has good hands, and can pick up yards after the catch. He looks like a real weapon for the NFL.
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Click here to jump to the Eagles' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 4 | Rd: 4 Pk: 22 | Rd: 5 Pk: 26| 24. |
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Cleveland Browns: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah |
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The Browns need a new left tackle.
Lomu formed a formidable tackle tandem for the Utes with Spencer Fano. Lomu is an athletic blocker who could be a good pro left tackle. The 6-foot-6, 304-pound Lomu is agile, nimble, quick, and has natural size. Lomu needs to improve on his technique and get stronger as a run blocker, but he has upside to work with. Lomu is very adept at handling speed rushers and protecting the blindside of his quarterback.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 6 | Click here to jump to the Browns' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 6 | Rd: 4 Pk: 7 | Rd: 5 Pk: 1 | Rd: 5 Pk: 6 | Rd: 5 Pk: 27| 25. |
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Chicago Bears: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech |
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Chicago needs more interior defensive line talent next to Montez Sweat.
In his first season with the Red Raiders, Hunter totaled 41 tackles with 2.5 sacks and a forced fumble in 2025. He was excellent in the playoff loss to Oregon. Hunter is quick off the ball with surprising speed and athleticism for a heavy nose tackle. He also has the power to shed and plays hard. He had 44 tackles with one sack in 2024 and 69 tackles with three sacks in 2023. Hunter is a big tackle and gap filler at the point of attack. Hunter was at Auburn in 2021 before playing three seasons at UCF prior to finishing with Texas Tech.
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Click here to jump to the Bears' first second-round pick. | Rd: 2 Pk: 28 | Rd: 3 Pk: 25 | Rd: 4 Pk: 29 | Rd: 5 Pk: 28| 26. |
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Buffalo Bills: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee |
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Tre White is not a long-term starter. Here’s a replacement for Buffalo.
Hood had a strong 2025 season for Tennessee, recording 50 tackles with one interception, eight passes broken up, and one forced fumble. Hood (6-0, 195) was supposed to be the No. 2 corner, but with Jermod McCoy out with an injury, Hood ended up being the best cover corner for the Volunteers. Hood had 24 tackles with two interceptions and six passes broken up in 2024. Prior to Tennessee, Hood played for Colorado and Auburn.
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Rd: 3 Pk: 27 | Rd: 4 Pk: 26| 27. |
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San Francisco 49ers: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia |
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The 49ers could use more offensive line talent, and Freeling could be the long-term replacement for Trent Williams.
With some talented players ahead of him, it took some time for Freeling to work his way onto the field for the Bulldogs. Freeling started four games in 2024 and rotated into the game, but in 2025, Freeling became the starting left tackle for the Bulldogs. As the season went on, Freeling played better and better as he gained experience. Freeling turned into a reliable pass protector and capable run blocker. At 6-foot-7, 315 pounds, Freeling has good size, and team sources feel he has the physical talent to be a starting tackle in the NFL.
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Click here to jump to the 49ers' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 28 | Rd: 4 Pk: 27| 28. |
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Houston Texans: Vega Ioane, G, Penn State |
The Texans could use an upgrade on the inside of their offensive line.
The 6-foot-4, 334-pound Ioane is a strong blocker at the point of attack with the ability to generate movement in the ground game. He is also a reliable pass protector. Ioane is explosive, can mirror speed rushers, and plays with physicality with a nasty streak. Ioane looks like a guard for the NFL and probably does not have the length to kick outside to tackle.
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Click here to jump to the Texans' first second-round pick. | Rd: 2 Pk: 27 | Rd: 3 Pk: 5 | Rd: 4 Pk: 6| 29. |
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Kansas City Chiefs: Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson |
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The Chiefs grab a replacement for Trent McDuffie.
Terrell had 48 tackles with four forced fumbles, a sack, and nine passes batted. Terrell (5-11, 180) is a fast and fluid cover corner who is extremely adept at running the route to prevent separation. He has excellent ball skills, instincts, and plays bigger and stronger than his size. The size and future durability are the biggest concerns for the NFL. Terrell worked his way onto the field as a freshman and had five starts. He recorded 19 tackles with four passes broken up and an interception. In 2024, Terrell started every game and totaled 58 tackles with two interceptions, 12 passes broken up, three forced fumbles, and 4.5 tackles for a loss. Terrell is the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell.
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Rd: 1 Pk: 9 | Click here to jump to the Chiefs' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 10 | Rd: 4 Pk: 25 | Rd: 5 Pk: 8 | Rd: 5 Pk: 29| 30. |
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Denver Broncos: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia |
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Denver could use some young talent at inside linebacker.
In 2025, Allen had 88 tackles with 3.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and four passes broken up. Allen came on for the Bulldogs during the 2024 season and showed improvement throughout the season. In 2024, he totaled 76 tackles with an interception and four passes broken up. As a freshman in 2023, Allen had 41 tackles with two breakups. The 6-foot-1, 235-pounder is a smart linebacker with instincts, toughness, and versatility.
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Click here to jump to the Broncos' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 30 | Rd: 4 Pk: 30 | Rd: 5 Pk: 30| 31. |
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New England Patriots: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson |
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The Patriots add a right tackle to go with Will Campbell.
The 6-foot-6, 310-pound Miller was a solid starting tackle for Clemson with 54 consecutive starts. He is a good athlete with quickness and agility on the edge. Miller could stand to get stronger and play with more physicality, but he has the ability to develop into a solid pro starter.
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Click here to jump to the Patriots' second-round pick. | Rd: 3 Pk: 31 | Rd: 4 Pk: 9 | Rd: 4 Pk: 31 | Rd: 5 Pk: 25 | Rd: 5 Pk: 31| 32. |
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Seattle Seahawks: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina |
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The Seahawks have Riq Woolen entering free agency and could use more cornerback talent.
Cisse has been an impressive cover corner for South Carolina in 2025. He had 27 tackles with an interception, five passes batted, and a forced fumble. In 2024, he had 28 tackles with five passes broken up. The 6-foot, 190-pounder has quality size to go with speed and athleticism. He could be a starting man corner in the NFL.
