* Walt taking 2014 and 2018 |
Charlie Campbell, Senior Draft Analyst |
Charlie Campbell
2027 Mock Draft • Updated 7/20
Charlie Campbell
2026 Mock Draft • Updated 4/23
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Washington Commanders: D.J. Pickett, CB, LSU |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Charlie Becker, WR
Marshon Lattimore didn’t work out, and Washington could use a true No.1 corner.
Pickett had a strong debut in 2025, totaling 35 tackles with three interceptions and three passes broken up. Pickett (6-4, 189) is a tall, lanky corner, and it will be interesting to see how he hands speed and twitchy receivers.
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Jacksonville Jaguars: L.J. McCray, DE, Florida |
2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Ryan Coleman-Williams, WR
The Jaguars could consider adding more edge rush.
McCray (6-6, 268) is known to be a very talented edge rusher with good size, speed, and athleticism. McCray could be a riser come 2026 and 2027.
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Dallas Cowboys: Niki Prongos, OT, Stanford |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Vicari Swain, CB
The Cowboys need Tyler Guyton to play up to his immense potential. If he doesn’t, Dallas could target more tackle help in an upcoming draft.
Prongos (6-6, 312) played three seasons at UCLA before landing with Stanford for the 2025 season. Prongos had a breakout year as the left tackle for the Cardinal. He was impressive in pass protection for a first-year starter. Prongos has the upside to rise if he builds off his debut.
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Minnesota Vikings: Brandon Finney Jr., CB, Oregon |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Brandon Finney Jr., CB
The Vikings could use a No. 1 corner, and it could be an even bigger issue if they lose Brian Flores to a head coaching position.
Finney was excellent in 2025 with 42 tackles, three interceptions, and seven passes broken up. Finney (6-2, 203) has good size, speed, and athleticism. He has the potential to turn into a special prospect.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Drew Mestemaker, QB, Oklahoma State |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Ahmad Moten Sr., DT
The Bucs may not commit to Baker Mayfield in the long-term and be in the market for a young starting quarterback.
Mestemeaker (6-4, 211) has a serious skill set with arm talent, size, and mobility. He flashed special ability with North Texas in 2025, completing 69 percent of his passes for 4,379 yards with 34 touchdowns and nine interceptions. He also had five rushing scores. Mestemaker has a powerful arm and running ability, but he is very raw and needs development for the NFL. It will be fascinating to see how Mestemaker develops at Oklahoma State, and he could emerge as a high first-round prospect for the 2027 or 2028 NFL Draft.
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Denver Broncos: Will Black, OT, Notre Dame |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Sammy Brown, LB
The Broncos could use more young talent at linebacker.
The Irish had some solid older edge blockers, but they moved Black into the starting left tackle position to protect C.J. Carr’s blindside in a season where Notre Dame is hoping to compete for a championship. Black (6-7, 316) has great size along with quickness and agility.
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Green Bay Packers: Clev Lubin, CB, Louisville |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): None
New York grabs a long-term safety and difference-maker for the back end.
Lubin (6-2, 267) showed natural pass rush ability the past two seasons. Starting out at Coastal Carolina in 2024, Lubin ripped off 9.5 sacks with 43 tackles, three forced fumbles, and three passes batted. In 2025, Lubin played with Louisville, and he produced well for the Cardinals with 59 tackles, 8.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and three passes batted.
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Seattle Seahawks: Chris Cole, LB, Georgia |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): David Stone, DT
The Seahawks could consider adding some youth at linebacker.
In his first season of extended playing time, Cole had a strong debut, notching 60 tackles with 4.5 sacks and two passes batted. The 6-foot-3, 235-pounder could improve as he gains experience.
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Houston Texans: Luke Reynolds, TE, Virginia Tech |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Jadan Baugh, RB
The Texans could target a long-term tight end in 2025.
Reynolds had a decent 2025 season with Penn State, catching 26 passes for 257 yards. After the season, Reynolds followed James Franklin to the Hokies. Reynolds (6-3, 246) has a good skill set and upside to improve as he gains experience.
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Baltimore Ravens: Jeremiah McCloud, DT, Florida |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Trey’Dez Green, TE
The Ravens could use a young mismatch tight end.
McCloud (6-3, 294) flashed disruptive ability as a freshman, and he could be a riser in the seasons to come.
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Detroit Lions: Ty Benefield, S, LSU |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Ellis Robinson IV, CB
With the injury to Kerby Joseph and the contract status of Brian Branch, the Lions may need to target safety help in 2027 or 2028.
In 2025, Benefield (6-2, 208) was a productive defender for Boise State, totaling 105 tackles with three passes broken up, a forced fumble, and two interceptions. He had a solid season in 2024 with 82 tackles, three breakups, and two interceptions. Benefield transferred to LSU for the 2026 season, and it will be interesting to see how the strong safety adjusts to the SEC.
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Buffalo Bills: Bryant Wesco, WR, Clemson |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): K.J. Bolden, S
By the 2028 NFL Draft, the Bills could consider more receiver talent. D.J. Moore is aging and Keon Coleman is trending towards not panning out for Buffalo.
In 2025, Wesco caught 31 passes for 537 yards with six touchdowns. The previous season, he had 41 catches for 708 yards with five scores. Wesco (6-2, 190) is talented with upside to rise.
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Philadelphia Eagles: Zalance Heard, OT, Kentucky |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Will Heldt, DE
The Eagles could use more edge blocking youth.
Heard (6-6, 325) is a huge blocker with a good skill set and upside. He could be a riser for the NFL over the next two seasons.
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Cincinnati Bengals: Myles Graham, LB, Florida |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Trevor Lauck, OT
The Bengals could use more young talent at linebacker.
Graham is short, but he is a physical force with instincts and physicality. In 2025, Graham had 76 tackles with two sacks and four passes broken up. A lot of schools wanted to steal him in the portal, but Graham remained with the Gators.
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Los Angeles Chargers: Mylan Graham, WR, Notre Dame |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): Mylan Graham, WR
The Chargers could use a true No.1 receiver.
Graham was in place to be the Buckeyes' replacement for Jeremiah Smith come 2027 and keep the tradition going of elite receivers at Ohio State. However, Graham hit the portal and landed with Notre Dame for the 2026 season. Graham (6-1, 192) is very talented, and he could have a breakout season with an excellent quarterback in C.J. Carr getting him the ball.
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Los Angeles Rams: Ashton Beers, C, Minnesota |
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2027 NFL Mock Draft (as of 7/20/26): None
The Rams could lose some veteran interior offensive linemen in free agency.
After serving as a backup as a freshman, Beers (6-6, 320 broke into the starting lineup in 2024. He started six games at right guard and three at left guard. In 2025, Beers took over at center and stayed there for the Gophers. He forms a tough interior to the offensive line with Greg Johnson. Beers is a big center for the NFL, and he could also be moved to guard.
