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



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Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst
Last update: Saturday, March 21, 2026. Round 1 added.
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17. NFL Team Logo for Commanders Washington Commanders: K.J. Bolden, S, Georgia

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): David Bailey, DE

Washington grabs some safety youth.

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.

18. NFL Team Logo for Saints New Orleans Saints: D.J. McKinney, CB, Notre Dame

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Carnell Tate, WR

The Saints could use more talent at cornerback.

In 2025, McKinney had 34 tackles with an interception and five passes defended with Colorado. In 2024, McKinney played really well, totaling 61 tackles with three interceptions and eight passes broken up. McKinney (6-2, 190) is big and has quality ball skills.


19. NFL Team Logo for Broncos Denver Broncos: Colin Simmons, LB, Texas

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): NONE

The Broncos could use more young talent at linebacker.

In 2025, Simmons had 43 tackles, 12 sacks, three forced fumbles, and two passes broken up. In 2024, Simmons had an excellent debut for Texas and showed serious pass-rush ability with nine sacks. He also had three forced fumbles, 48 tackles, two passes defended, and one interception. Simmons (6-3, 245) has upside and could be even better after gaining experience.


20. NFL Team Logo for Falcons Atlanta Falcons: Brandon Baker, OT, Texas

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): NONE

The Falcons could use more young linebacker talent by the 2027 NFL Draft.

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.

21. NFL Team Logo for Rams Los Angeles Rams: John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Makai Lemon, WR

By the 2026 NFL Draft, the Rams could target a replacement for Matthew Stafford. This is a great scheme fit for Sean McVay.

Mateer completed 62 percent of his passes for 2,885 yards with 14 touchdowns, 11 interceptions, and eight rushing touchdowns. For the NFL, Mateer looks like a starter who could be a very dangerous signal-caller. Mateer (6-1, 224) is an accurate passer with excellent ball placement overall. He has a few throws get away from him, but Mateer has impressive precision as a passer. Mateer is very mobile in the pocket and can hurt defenses on the ground. As a passer, Mateer is similar to Baker Mayfield, but Mateer is a better athlete and more dangerous with his feet.

Mateer played well for Washington State in 2024 and impressed in his first year as a starter. He completed 65 percent of his passes for 3,139 yards with 29 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Mateer has some mobility and is a gritty competitor. Some team sources have compared Mateer to former Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield. Mateer (6-1, 224) could be a high riser during the 2025 season.


22. NFL Team Logo for Patriots New England Patriots: Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Caleb Lomu, OT In the next year or two, the Patriots might want some long-term talent at linebacker.

In 2025, Brown had 106 tackles with five sacks, one forced fumble, an interception, and five passes broken up. Brown impressed in 2024 with 80 tackles, five sacks, and three passes broken up. The 6-foot-2, 235-pounder has good instincts.


23. NFL Team Logo for Jets New York Jets: Zabien Brown, CB, Alabama

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Arvell Reese, OLB, and Peter Woods, DT New York needs a replacement for Sauce Gardner.

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.


Click links to see the Jets' picks across all rounds:
Rd: 1 Pk: 5  |  Rd: 1 Pk: 14

24. NFL Team Logo for Seahawks Seattle Seahawks: Ryan Wingo, WR, Texas

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Brandon Cisse, CB

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

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.

25. NFL Team Logo for Texans Houston Texans: James Smith, DT, Alabama

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Blake Miller, OT

By the 2027 NFL Draft, the Texans could use a young edge rusher to pair with Will Anderson.

The 6-foot-3, 297-pound Smith has a lot of talent and could break out in 2025 or 2026. He has flashed some disruptive ability in the early going of 2025. Smith had 26 tackles and 2.5 sacks.

26. NFL Team Logo for Ravens Baltimore Ravens: Ryan Williams, WR, Alabama

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Vega Ioane, G

DeAndre Hopkins is not a long-term contributor. The Ravens could look to add more receiver talent.

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.

27. NFL Team Logo for 49ers San Francisco 49ers: A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Cash Howell, DE

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

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.


28. NFL Team Logo for Bills Buffalo Bills: Boubacar Traore, DE, Notre Dame

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Colton Hood, CB

Bradley Chubb is not a long-term contributor. Here is a long-term end for Buffalo.

In 2025, Traore had 32 tackles and 7.5 sacks with a forced fumble. The 6-foot-5, 247-pound Troure has some speed and explosion at the point of attack. Traore is said to be extremely talented with an early-round skill set. In 2024, Traore had 12 tackles and three sacks and looked like he was just scratching the surface of his potential.


29. NFL Team Logo for Eagles Philadelphia Eagles: Anthonie Knapp, OT, Notre Dame

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Kenyon Sadiq, TE

The Eagles add a tackle to replace the aging Lane Johnson.

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.

30. NFL Team Logo for Bengals Cincinnati Bengals: Damon Wilson II, DE, Miami

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Sonny Styles, LB

The Bengals add an edge rusher to go across from Shemar Stewart..

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.


31. NFL Team Logo for Chargers Los Angeles Chargers: Will Echoles, DT, Ole Miss

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Kayden McDonald, DT

The Chargers are going to need to add multiple young defensive line talents.

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.

32. NFL Team Logo for Vikings Minnesota Vikings: Mario Craver, WR, Texas A&M

2026 NFL Mock Draft (as of 2/9/26): Jermod McCoy, CB

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

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.