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



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17. NFL Team Logo for Commanders Washington Commanders: Nick Marsh , WR, Michigan State

Washington needs more playmakers for Jayden Daniels.

Marsh was highly targeted in the transfer portal, and Indiana won the bidding war to add him to their 2026 roster. In 2025, Marsh had 59 receptions for 662 yards with six touchdowns at Michigan State. 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.



18. NFL Team Logo for Broncos Denver Broncos: Sammy Brown, LB, Clemson

The Broncos could use more young 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.

19. NFL Team Logo for Cowboys Dallas Cowboys: Vicari Swain, CB, South Carolina

The Cowboys add a No.1 cornerback to continue their defensive overhaul.

South Carolina has had a number of good cornerbacks come through the program in recent years, and Swain will keep that tradition alive in 2027. In 2025, Swain totaled 28 tackles with one sack, two interceptions, and five passes broken up. Swain (6-1, 190) has a good skill set with size, speed, and athleticism.


Minnesota could use an upgrade in the backfield and a difference-maker to help their ground game.

Lacy (5-10, 205) was a tough runner for the Rebels in 2025. He showed dangerous quickness and shifty running ability while helping the Rebels make a run in the playoffs. Lacy averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 1,567 yards with 24 touchdowns. He also caught 29 passes for 177 yards.



21. NFL Team Logo for Buccaneers Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Ryan Coleman-Williams, WR, Alabama

Tampa Bay could use more young receiver talent to go with Emeka Egbuka.

In 2025, Coleman-Williams had 49 catches for 689 yards and four scores. He has had some problems with dropped passes in 2025. Coleman-Williams (6-0, 175) was very impressive in his freshman season for the Crimson Tide, catching 48 passes for 865 yards and eight touchdowns. He could stand to add some weight for the NFL, but he is a dynamic playmaker and capable of changing the game on any play.


22. NFL Team Logo for Chiefs Kansas City Chiefs: Jelani McDonald, S, Texas

The Chiefs grab a difference-maker for the back end.

McDonald had a strong 2025 season for the Longhorns, showing an ability to make plays as a run defender and in pass coverage. He totaled 80 tackles with three interceptions and three passes defended. McDonald (6-2, 195) has good size and is fast.


23. NFL Team Logo for Jets New York Jets: K.J. Bolden, S, Georgia

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.


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: Mario Craver, WR, Texas A&M

The Seahawks could use more receiver talent to pair with Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Cooper Kupp is not a long-term starter.

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.

25. NFL Team Logo for Texans Houston Texans: Ahmad Moten Sr., DT, Miami

The Texans grab an interior defender 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.

26. NFL Team Logo for Ravens Baltimore Ravens: Trey’Dez Green, TE, LSU

The Ravens could use a young mismatch tight end.

Green flashed dynamic receiving ability as a sophomore, hauling in 33 passes for 433 yards with seven touchdowns. The 6-foot-6, 238-pound Green has surprising speed and fluid athleticism for a big-bodied tight end. He could be a mismatch weapon in the NFL. As a freshman backing up Mason Taylor, Green caught four touchdowns with 101 yards on 13 catches.

27. NFL Team Logo for Lions Detroit Lions: Ellis Robinson IV, CB, Georgia

With Terrion Arnold turning into a bust, the Lions badly need more cornerback talent.

In 2025, Robinson had a breakout season for the Bulldogs, playing as an effective cover corner. Robinson totaled four interceptions, seven passes broken up, and 20 tackles. Robinson (6-0, 180) could stand to fill out his frame to help him battle pro receivers.


28. NFL Team Logo for Bills Buffalo Bills: Will Heldt, DE, Clemson

Bradley Chubb is not a long-term starter. Here is a solution for Buffalo.

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.

29. NFL Team Logo for Eagles Philadelphia Eagles: David Stone, DT, Oklahoma

It will be interesting to see how things play out with some of the veterans nearing the end of their contracts in Philadelphia. Here is more interior defensive line youth.

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.


30. NFL Team Logo for Bengals Cincinnati Bengals: Trevor Lauck, OT, Iowa

The Bengals grab a replacement for Orlando Brown.

Lauck (6-5, 314) started at left tackle for the Hawkeyes in 2025 and had an excellent season. He was a tough run blocker and reliable in pass protection. The NFL advance scouts gave him a good grade heading into the 2026 season. It was Lauck’s first-year as a starter, so he could be even better in 2026 after getting a year of experience.


31. NFL Team Logo for Chargers Los Angeles Chargers: A’Mauri Washington, DT, Oregon

The Chargers could use some interior defensive line youth next to Akheem Mesidor.

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.


32. NFL Team Logo for Browns Cleveland Browns: Jordan Seaton, OT, LSU

The Browns grab more offensive line youth to protect their next quarterback.

The 6-foot-5, 307-pounder has a good skill set with size, quickness, strength, and athleticism. He was impressive as the starting left tackle at Colorado for two seasons. It will be interesting to see how Seaton handles better competition in 2026.


Click links to see the Browns' picks across all rounds:
Rd: 1 Pk: 4