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

The Redskins wanted to upgrade their pass rush in the opening round of the 2026 NFL Draft, but couldn’t pass up on Sonny Styles.

Will Heidt has good size and upside.

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The Broncos lost John Franklin-Myers to the Titans, so they’ll have to find a replacement soon.

Quincy Rhodes should be able to play defensive end in the 4-3 and five-tech in the 3-4. He has good size and length, but isn’t overly athletic and doesn’t have amazing upside.

The Saints could stand to add another edge rusher with Cameron Jordan no longer with the team.

Suntarine Perkins is a dangerous pass rusher, but needs to bulk up for the NFL. He’s terrific in coverage and may be an Isaiah Simmons-type tweener.

The Bears need to add multiple upgrades to a defensive line that finished dead last in the NFL in sacks.

Will Echoles has a good blend of quickness, athleticism, and strength.

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.

Matayo Uiagalelei has a great combination of size, strength, and athleticism. He’s a bit raw, though, and needs to improve his pass-rushing technique.

Tank Dell may not do anything ever again. Jayden Higgins showed some flashes, but he’s no sure thing either.

Charlie Becker can stretch defenses downfield with his big-play ability. He’s also a massive receiver, but his route running is a weakness.

The Jaguars have been trying to replace Calais Campbell for nearly a decade. Perhaps they’ll finally do it with this pick.

A’Mauri Washington is a big nose tackle who has surprising athleticism for someone his size.

The Lions really like Keldric Faulk, but will have to pass on him for a tackle. Here’s another bookend for Aidan Hutchinson.

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

Lane Johnson will retire soon, so the Eagles will need to find a successor.

Wilkin Formby is a massive tackle with loads of upside.

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

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

The 49ers could stand to get better at cornerback.

D.J. McKinney has nice size and quality ball skills.

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

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

Rashawn Slater suffered a brutal injury and may never be the same again. If he struggles with his health again, the Chargers may want to add a new tackle.

Brandon Baker has plenty of talent and upside, but must work on his technique.

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.

Chris Peal is a big and fast cornerback who doesn’t miss tackles, but his ball skills aren’t great.

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

Cayden Green is a smart and powerful run blocker, but his footwork can get sloppy in pass protection.

The Rams had cornerback issues during the 2025 season. They added some cornerbacks this offseason, but could still be interested in another one.

Zabien Brown has tremendous upside to be a No. 1 cornerback in the NFL. He’s very fast and has great instincts, but is light and needs to bulk up for the NFL.