2027 NFL Mock Draft: Round 1 – Picks 17-32

The Seahawks met with plenty of cornerbacks and edge rushers ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, so perhaps they'll address one of those positions during the 2027 NFL Draft.

Ellis Robinson is a lengthy, but frail cornerback who needs to bulk up for the NFL.

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Pick change; previously Ashton Hampton, CB

No one player can replace Myles Garrett. The Browns need multiple new edge rushers.

Boubacar Traore is extremely talented and has loads of potential. He still needs to fill out his frame.

The Panthers need to improve their running game. Chuba Hubbard is just mediocre, while Jonathon Brooks cannot stay healthy.

Jadan Baugh has great burst and ability to get yards after contact.

The Cowboys have dreadful cornerback play, so this is an area they'll need to address soon.

Kelley Jones is a very tall cornerback with impressive cover skills. He's also a strong run defender.

The Patriots have lost some talented safeties lately, so they'll need to find a replacement.

Jelani McDonald is a lengthy safety with good speed. He's made some splash plays in both run support and coverage.

The Giants have lost faith in Cam Skattebo, so perhaps they'll use an early-round selection on a running back.

Kewan Lacy is a tough, shifty runner with great quickness. He's a solid receiver out of the backfield.

Pick change; previously Will Echoles, DT

Trey Hendrickson is no longer on Cincinnati's roster, though we do like him to win 2026 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. Cincinnati needs a replacement.

Will Heidt has good size and upside.

Pick change; previously Yhonzae Pierre, DE

The Chiefs have nothing at receiver outside of Rashee Rice, and there's no guarantee that Rice stays out of jail.

K.J. Duff is a very big receiver who has geat speed or someone his size.

The Jaguars have a good defense, but they could stand to get better at safety.

K.J. Bolden is a gifted safety with low 4.3 speed, but needs to bulk up for the pros.

The Lions have major problems defending the pass, so they'll need to add talent to their secondary.

Ashton Hampton is a very big and physical cornerback. He has great speed for his size.

Pick change; previously Damon Wilson, DE

It was very nice of the Steelers to fulfill Mike McCarthy's Make a Wish dream of becoming Steelers head coach, but Pittsburgh will be looking for a new head coach and a new quarterback next spring.

LaNorris Sellers has a huge skill set and could be drafted earlier than this if he lives up to his potential.

The Titans just traded Jeffery Simmons to the Bears - check out our NFL Trade Grades page - so they'll need to find a new force for their defensive line.

Ahmad Moten is a big nose tackle with plus pass-rushing potential.

The Broncos may lose Mike McGlinchey soon, so they'll be looking for a new right tackle.

Jordan Seaton is a terrific athlete for a huge tackle. He pass protects extremely well, but needs to improve his run blocking.

Pick change; previously David Stone, DT

Teams love playing multiple tight ends these days, and T.J. Hockenson turns 30 right after the 2027 NFL Draft.

Jamari Johnson has great athleticim and speed for a player at his position.

The 49ers could stand to get even better in regard to their pass rush. They could use another first-round pick on a defensive lineman.

Damon Wilson has great speed off the edge.

Pick change; previously Will Heidt, DE

Like Ronnie Stanley, Dion Dawkins will be a 33-year-old entering his contract season when the 2027 NFL Draft arrives.

Zereoue Williams is a tall, lengthy tackle who moves very well for his size.

Pick change; previously Jordan Seaton, OT