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

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.

Yhonzae Pierre is a dangerous edge rusher with great speed and physicality.

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Pick change; previously Boubacar Traore, DE

If Mark Andrews is paid by the drop and fumble, he'll be richer than Elon Musk soon. Baltimore needs a new tight end.

Trey'Dez Green has great athleticism and surprising speed. He's seen as a mismatch weapon for the pros.

Pick change; previously Austin Siereveld, OT

The Giants traded Dexter Lawrence, so they could use a new dominant nose tackle for the long term.

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

Pick change; previously David Stone, DT

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 Lions really liked Keldric Faulk, but had to pass on him for a tackle. Here's another bookend for Aidan Hutchinson.

Damon Wilson has great speed off the edge.

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

David Stone has great athleticism for someone with his size and length. His motor is relentless. He needs to improve a bit in his pass-rushing technique, and there are some off-the-field issues with him.

Pick change; previously Will Echoles, DT

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 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.

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 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.

Pick change; previously Vicari Swain, CB

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

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

Like Ronnie Stanley, Dion Dawkins 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.

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.

Pick change; previously Kewan Lacy, RB

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.

Pick change; previously Nick Marsh, WR

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.

Will Heidt has good size and upside.