2027 NFL Mock Draft – Round 1 (17-32) – Charlie Campbell

Washington has multiple of their young edge rushers hitting free agency after the season. Here’s a long-term starter.

Rhodes has been a bright spot for Arkansas in 2025, racking up eight sacks with 43 tackles. At 6-foot-6, 276 pounds, Rhodes has good size to set the edge with height and length. Rhodes has enjoyed a breakout season and could be a riser during the 2026 or 2027 process.

The Saints took a flier on Tyree Wilson for 2026, but they could use more long-term ends as Chase Young and Carl Granderson are nearing the end of their contracts.

Thus far in 2025, Heldt has 39 tackles with 7.5 sacks and one forced fumble. Heldt has played well for Clemson, showing speed and athleticism off the edge. Heldt played well for Purdue in 2024, recording 56 tackles with five sacks. The 6-foot-6, 260-pounder has good size, a surprising burst, and plays really hard. Heldt has upside, and he could be a nice value pick in the first or second round.

The Broncos could use more young talent at tackle.

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.

The 49ers could use more interior defensive line youth to go with Alfred Collins.

s Echoles was a disruptive force for the Rebels in 2025 and made a lot of big plays for them at the point of attack. The 6-foot-3, 310-pounder showed run defense and pass rush ability as he totaled 68 tackles with five sacks and five passes batted. Echoles has quickness, athleticism, and strength.

The Vikings could use a third receiver to go with Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

Becker flashed big-play ability with the Hoosiers in 2025 and showed an ability to stretch defenses downfield. In 2025, he had 30 catches for 614 yards with five scores. Becker illustrated some serious speed with his average of 20.5 yards per reception. To go along with speed, Becker has size and length at 6-foot-4, 204 pounds. He is reminiscent of Alec Pierce at Cincinnati.

The Chiefs could use more long-term weapons for Pat Mahomes.

In 2025, Williams had 49 catches for 689 yards and four scores. He has had some problems with dropped passes in 2025. 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.

New York grabs a long-term safety and difference maker for the back end.

In 2025, Bolden had 76 tackles with two interceptions and five passes broken up. In a talented secondary, Bolden (6-0, 185) was able to earn playing time as a freshman and had an excellent debut next to Malaki Starks. Bolden totaled 59 tackles with one interception, one pass broken up, one sack, and one forced fumble. After gaining some experience, Bolden could be even better. He could stand to add some weight to his frame for tackling in the NFL.

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The Seahawks could use more receiver talent to pair with Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

Carver is an explosive receiver with dangerous speed to challenge defenses deep downfield. The 5-foot-9, 165-pounder is small but very fast. In 2025, Carver had 59 catches for 917 yards and four touchdowns.

The Texans grab an interior rusher to pair with Kayden McDonald.

Moten was a key contributor and an interior pass rusher on the tough Hurricanes defense that carried them to the National Championship. In 2025, Moten totaled 4.5 sacks with 31 tackles. Moten (6-3, 325) has a good skill set with upside to develop.

The Ravens could use more young edge rush talent.

In 2025, Wilson had 23 tackles, nine sacks, two passes broken up, and one interception with Missouri. He entered the transfer portal after the season and signed on with Miami. Wilson was a rotational backup at Georgia in 2024, totaling 22 tackles with three sacks and two forced fumbles. He transferred to Missouri after the season, and Wilson has been impressive with the Tigers. The 6-foot-4, 250-pound Wilson has quality size with speed off the edge. Sources say he has good character as well.

The Lions need more cornerback talent.

In 2025, Brown had 39 tackles, two interceptions, and five passes broken up. 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.

Buffalo adds more interior defensive line talent.

The 6-foot-3, 310-pound Stone flashed some next-level ability in 2025. He was a disruptive run defender with 43 tackles on the season. Stone had 1.5 sacks as a sophomore. Improving as a pass rusher would help him to rise.

The Eagles add more young edge rush talent.

The 6-foot-4, 247-pound Daley has been a beast for the Utes in 2025. He has been dominating tackles with power, quickness, and an insane motor. In 2025, Daley had 48 tackles with 11.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.

The Bengals grab a replacement for Orlando Brown.

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.

The Chargers could use some interior defensive line youth.

In 2025, Washington had 31 tackles with 1.5 sacks and seven passes broken up. Washington (6-3, 330) is known to have an excellent skill set and upside. He is very strong, physical, and has surprising speed and athleticism for a heavy defensive tackle. Last year, Washington was a rotational backup behind Derrick Harmon. In 2024, Washington totaled 10 tackles and two passes broken up.

Davante Adams is not a long-term starter, and the Rams have to navigate the Puka Nacua situation. Even if they sign Nacua to a big extension, they could use more receiver talent around him.

In 2025, Wingo had 50 receptions for 770 yards and seven touchdowns. In 2024, Wingo caught 29 receptions for 472 yards with two touchdowns. At 6-foot-2, 214 pounds, he flashed a lot of upside to be better as he gains experience.