2027 NFL Mock Draft – Round 1 (1-16) – Charlie Campbell



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Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst
Last update: Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Round 1 added.
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2027 NFL MOCK DRAFT – WALT’S | CHARLIE’S ROUND: 1

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1. NFL Team Logo for Raiders Las Vegas Raiders: Dante Moore, QB, Oregon

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Jordyn Tyson, WR

The Raiders grab a long-term starter.

Moore has been a dynamic point-producer for the Ducks in 2025, making plays with his arm and legs. In 2025, Moore has completed 75 percent of his passes for 962 yards with 11 touchdowns and an interception. Moore (6-3, 203) is a dangerous quarterback who is tough to defend.


2. NFL Team Logo for Titans Tennessee Titans: Dylan Stewart, DE, South Carolina

2024 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Xavier Chaplin, OT The Titans could be targeting some edge rush youth by the 2027 NFL Draft.

In 2025, Stewart has 25 tackles and two sacks. The 6-foot-5, 245-pound Stewart was superb for the Gamecocks in 2024. As a freshman, he was an immediate impact player, totaling 6.5 sacks with three forced fumbles, one pass batted, and 23 tackles. Stewart has a lot of potential to develop.

3. NFL Team Logo for Saints New Orleans Saints: Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): John Mateer, QB

It will be interesting to see how Chris Olave performs in 2025 and 2026, but the Saints could be in the market to grab a No. 1 receiver for their young quarterback.

In 2025, Smith has caught 20 passes for 315 yards and three touchdowns. Smith (6-3, 215) took college football by storm as a freshman, and he dominated for the Buckeyes. In his debut season, Smith caught 76 passes for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns. He showed size, speed, athleticism, and natural feel in a tremendous freshman year, helping Ohio State win a National Championship.

4. NFL Team Logo for Browns Cleveland Browns: Cam Coleman, WR, Auburn

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Spencer Fano, OT and LaNorris Sellers, QB

The Browns grab a long-term No. 1 receiver.

In 2025, Coleman has 13 catches for 237 yards and two touchdowns. While other freshman receivers got more attention, Coleman (6-3, 197) flashed tremendous ability with size, speed, and athleticism. He caught 37 passes for 598 yards and eight touchdowns in his debut. If Auburn can give Coleman more consistent quarterback play, he could explode as a sophomore or junior.


5. NFL Team Logo for Vikings Minnesota Vikings: Avery Johnson, QB, Kansas State

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Avieon Terrell, CB

J.J. McCarthy is struggling to stay healthy in the NFL, and he has struggled on the field when he has played. If he hasn’t proven to be the long-term starter by the 2027 NFL Draft, Minnesota will need to find a replacement.

Johnson has completed 60 percent of his passes for 851 yards with six touchdowns passing, one interception, and two touchdowns rushing. In 2024, Johnson completed 58 percent of his passes for 2,712 yards with 25 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Johnson (6-3, 196) has an intriguing skill set with arm talent, athleticism, and running ability.


6. NFL Team Logo for Dolphins Miami Dolphins: Arch Manning, QB, Texas

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Isaiah World, OT

By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Dolphins could be looking for a new franchise quarterback.

In 2025, Manning has completed 61 percent of his passes for 888 yards with nine touchdowns and three interceptions. He has five rushing touchdowns. Manning flashed his excellent skill set in relief work for Quinn Ewers in 2024. Manning has completed 68 percent of his passes for 939 yards with nine touchdowns and two interceptions. He also has two rushing touchdowns. The 6-foot-4, 225-pounder has a strong arm and is athletic with running ability for the NFL.


7. NFL Team Logo for Bears Chicago Bears: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Keldric Faulk, DE

The Bears could target more cornerback talent come 2027.

In 2025, Brown has three tackles. Brown flashed a lot of ability in 2024 with 18 tackles, three interceptions, and two passes broken up. Brown (6-0, 192) has a lot of upside.

8. NFL Team Logo for Panthers Carolina Panthers: Anthonie Knapp, OT, Notre Dame

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Caleb Downs, S

The Panthers could look for some tackle youth by the 2027 draft. .

Knapp (6-4, 296) broke into the starting lineup as a freshman in 2024 and had an excellent season for the Irish. Knapp was just scratching the surface, and he should improve as he gains experience while developing his body. Knapp has good natural quickness, athleticism, and strength. He was very impressive at left tackle for the Irish and could be a riser during the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Knapp has had a mixed start to the 2025 season.


9. NFL Team Logo for Cowboys Dallas Cowboys: Nico Iamaleava, QB, UCLA

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Jeremiyah Love, RB and David Bailey, DE

The Cowboys add a young quarterback and starter of the future.

In 2025, Iamaleava has completed 64 percent of his passes for 608 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions. In 2024, Iamaleava had an excellent debut as a freshman with Tennessee. He completed 64 percent of his passes for 2,616 yards with 19 touchdowns and five interceptions. He also ran for 358 yards and three touchdowns. After the season, Iamaleava got into a dispute with the Volunteers over NIL money and ended up transferring to UCLA. Family health issues for Iamaleava also played a big factor in the transfer. Iamaleava has a good arm, athleticism, and big-play ability.

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10. NFL Team Logo for Giants New York Giants: Nick Marsh, WR, Michigan State

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Domani Jackson, CB

The Giants grab a receiver to pair with Malik Nabers.

In 2025, Marsh has 16 receptions for 194 yards with three touchdowns. The 6-foot-3, 203-pound Marsh is very talented and has a ton of upside. In 2024, he caught 41 passes for 649 yards and three touchdowns. He could take off in 2025 or 2026.


11. NFL Team Logo for Jets New York Jets: Leonard Moore, CB, Notre Dame

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Garrett Nussmeier, QB

The Jets grab a corner to pair with Sauce Gardner.

Moore has dealt with injuries but played well in 2025. He has three tackles with one interception and two passes defended. With Benjamin Morrison hurt, Moore was phenomenal in 2024, helping the Fighting Irish reach the National Championship. He totaled 48 tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles, and 11 passes broken up. Moore (6-2, 195) has an excellent skill set with size, speed, athleticism, and is a natural football player.


12. NFL Team Logo for Buccaneers Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Ryan Williams, WR, Alabama

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Harold Perkins Jr., LB

In a couple of years, the Bucs will need to grab more young receiver talent to go with Emeka Egbuka.

In 2025, Williams has 10 catches for 195 yards and two scores. Williams (6-0, 175) was very impressive in his freshman season for the Crimson Tide, catching 48 passes for 865 yards and eight touchdowns. Williams could stand to add some weight for the NFL, but he is a dynamic playmaker and capable of changing the game on any play.


13. NFL Team Logo for Steelers Pittsburgh Steelers: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Mansoor Delane, CB

The Steelers grab some linebacker youth.

Thus far in 2025, Allen has 22 tackles with one sack and one pass 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.


14. NFL Team Logo for Colts Indianapolis Colts: Brandon Baker, OT, Texas

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Peter Woods, DT

By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Colts could be looking for a long-term right tackle.

The 6-foot-4, 308-pound Baker has a lot of talent and upside to improve. He has technique issues to clean up, but he has an excellent skill set. Baker has size, speed, and athleticism to be a starting edge protector.


15. NFL Team Logo for Jaguars Jacksonville Jaguars: Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): NONE

If not sooner, the Jaguars could be looking for a replacement for Travis Etienne come the 2027 NFL Draft.

In 2025, Baugh has averaged 5.9 yards per carry for 289 yards with two touchdowns. He has 10 receptions for 68 yards. The 6-foot-1, 227-pound Baugh flashed serious running ability for the Gators in 2024 as a freshman. While other backs got more carries, Baugh showed a dangerous burst and power to get yards after contact. Baugh averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 673 yards and seven touchdowns. He had four catches for 33 yards and a score. Baugh could explode if the Gators make him their feature back.

16. NFL Team Logo for Chargers Los Angeles Chargers: Elo Modozie, OLB, Georgia

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 9/27/25): Rueben Bain, DE

The Chargers are going to need to add some young linebacker and pass rush talent.

In 2025, Modozie has two tackles thus far. Modozie (6-3, 245) was an impressive defender for Army in the 2024 season. He showed pass-rush ability, and was a physical defender for the Black Knights. Modozie totaled 34 tackles with 6.5 sacks and one pass broken up. Modozie transferred to Georgia for the 2025 season.