2027 NFL Mock Draft: Three QBs in Top 5, Five in First Round Amid Tanking Scenarios

The NFL regular season is officially underway. The purpose of a mock draft at this stage of the festivities is simply to introduce eligible names to fans and put those players in the right neighborhood. There are over seven months until the first round commences on April 29 to put them in the right houses.

There are five quarterbacks in this first-round projection, but this is an exercise in wish-casting. A few of those quarterbacks have work to do by season's end before a spot in the first round can be cast in stone. Movement at the position could ultimately leave one lucky team receiving great value in Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.

The draft order was determined by using Super Bowl odds, in reverse order, from FanDuel Sportsbook as of Friday afternoon. It is also worth noting that the Browns have two first-round picks and the Jets have three first-round picks as part of prior trades involving veteran players.

Without further ado, let's kick this off!

The 2027  NFL Draft will take place April 29-May 1 at the National Mall in Washington D.C.. You can find more draft coverage at CBSSports.com, including weekly  mock drafts  and  updated prospect rankings .

NFL Mock Draft Round 1

Round 1 - Pick 1

Arch Manning

QB

Texas

• Sr • 6'4" / 222 lbs

Projected Team

Miami

PROSPECT RNK

1st

POSITION RNK

1st

The #marchtoArch likely began for one team Sunday. Vegas' odds currently predict Miami to receive the pick. Manning is not perfect, but he does a great job adjusting throughout the play: moving around in the pocket, throwing from a different arm angle to access a new pass window, etc. ... The Dolphins' roster looks really bad on paper. What course would the Manning family take if they did not feel Arch would be sufficiently supported?

Round 1 - Pick 2

Dante Moore

QB

Oregon

• Sr • 6'3" / 220 lbs

Projected Team

Arizona

PROSPECT RNK

11th

POSITION RNK

3rd

Moore is unlikely to be a staple among the top-10 quarterbacks in the NFL, but there is a level of competency that he brings to the position that some teams have sorely lacked. Oregon has really struggled to open the season, so it will be interesting to see how the team bounces back in conference play.

Round 1 - Pick 3

LaNorris Sellers

QB

South Carolina

• Jr • 6'3" / 238 lbs

Projected Team

N.Y. Jets

PROSPECT RNK

59th

POSITION RNK

5th

There was a lot of getting the ball out quickly for Sellers in the opener and he alligator-armed a few other throws, but also showcased the touch and arm strength that make him an intriguing prospect. Sellers has great size and the potential to be a big time in the NFL if he can find consistency.

Mock Trade from Cleveland Browns Round 1 - Pick 4

Jeremiah Smith

WR

Ohio State

• Jr • 6'4" / 222 lbs

Projected Team

Washington

PROSPECT RNK

2nd

POSITION RNK

1st

Cleveland trading out of the pick likely comes as a surprise, but general manager Andrew Berry traditionally looks to trade down and the team may not feel as though there is a big gap among the next tier of quarterbacks. It is all hypothetical at this stage. Washington, comparatively, may be gun shy parting with significant draft capital to move up the board, but 2027 may be an important season for leadership if this year does not transpire as desired. Terry McLaurin turns 31 years old Tuesday and Stefon Diggs is 32. The Commanders know they must move in front of Las Vegas if they hope to select Smith, who would form an exciting young duo with Jayden Daniels.

Round 1 - Pick 5

Dylan Stewart

EDGE

South Carolina

• Jr • 6'5" / 250 lbs

Projected Team

Las Vegas

PROSPECT RNK

4th

POSITION RNK

1st

Although Las Vegas tried and failed to trade Maxx Crosby once, it would be a relevant surprise if his name did not re-emerge in trade discussions at some point in the future. As the Raiders move forward, they will need to identify more difference makers on defense. Dylan Stewart is unrefined but has all the potential in the world.

Round 1 - Pick 6

Colin Simmons

EDGE

Texas

• Jr • 6'3" / 246 lbs

Projected Team

Tennessee

PROSPECT RNK

6th

POSITION RNK

2nd

Tennessee used a first-round pick on Keldric Faulk and traded for Jermaine Johnson. Neither is going to be a high-volume sack producer. Colin Simmons has the capability to be that dominant edge for Robert Saleh and allow Faulk and Johnson to play more complementary roles.

Round 1 - Pick 7

Leonard Moore

CB

Notre Dame

• Jr • 6'2" / 197 lbs

Projected Team

New Orleans

PROSPECT RNK

3rd

POSITION RNK

1st

Cornerback has been a point of weakness for the Saints. Leonard Moore is one of the best prospects regardless of position. Moore would see a lot of this year's top-10 overall selection, wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, in practice.

Round 1 - Pick 8

Trey'Dez Green

TE

LSU

• Jr • 6'7" / 242 lbs

Projected Team

Carolina

PROSPECT RNK

62nd

POSITION RNK

4th

At 6-foot-7, Trey'Dez Green has a unique frame, but his ceiling is immensely higher than any Carolina has in the room currently. This season will determine whether or not Bryce Young is the player throwing him passes next season. If they're picking at No. 8 overall, one would think the Panthers are likely exploring alternatives.

Round 1 - Pick 9

CJ Carr

QB

Notre Dame

• Jr • 6'2" / 215 lbs

Projected Team

Atlanta

PROSPECT RNK

81st

POSITION RNK

6th

CJ Carr really settled in during the regular-season opener. If he is able to continue on that trajectory, then it is not out of the realm of possibility that he is under consideration for the top 10 overall. His presence is more a projection rather than a current state of affairs. It seems unlikely that Atlanta would want to run it back next season with a combination of Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr.

Round 1 - Pick 10

Will Echoles

DL

Ole Miss

• Jr • 6'3" / 315 lbs

Projected Team

N.Y. Giants

PROSPECT RNK

15th

POSITION RNK

3rd

It is unlikely that the Giants arrive at a point where they are willing to move on from Jaxson Dart, so the emphasis would be on upgrading the supportive cast. The Giants never adequately addressed the loss of Dexter Lawrence, so Will Echoles is a part of that long-term vision.

Mock Trade from Washington Commanders Round 1 - Pick 11

Drake Lindsey

QB

Minnesota

• Jr • 6'5" / 230 lbs

Projected Team

Cleveland

PROSPECT RNK

POSITION RNK

If the Browns miss out on top quarterback options and do not see a big talent difference between the next few quarterbacks, then it would not be uncharacteristic of general manager Andrew Berry to explore a trade back. Cleveland has done a good job drafting over the last few years, but have lacked a level of competence at quarterback. Drake Lindsey operates like a professional in the pocket.

Round 1 - Pick 12

Cam Coleman

WR

Texas

• Jr • 6'3" / 204 lbs

Projected Team

Pittsburgh

PROSPECT RNK

5th

POSITION RNK

2nd

It is well-documented Pittsburgh had been interested in a wide receiver this year. A year later, the Steelers get a better player at the position and perhaps Max Iheanachor brings stability to the right tackle position.

Round 1 - Pick 13

Charlie Becker

WR

Indiana

• Jr • 6'4" / 208 lbs

Projected Team

Tampa Bay

PROSPECT RNK

12th

POSITION RNK

3rd

The former Tampa Bay receiver room of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin may soon be a thing of the past. Evans is already playing out the end of his career in the Bay Area and Godwin will turn 31 years old after the season. The Buccaneers address the future of the position with the selection of Charlie Becker in combination with Emeka Egbuka.

From Indianapolis Colts Round 1 - Pick 14

Ellis Robinson IV

CB

Georgia

• Jr • 6'0" / 180 lbs

Projected Team

N.Y. Jets

PROSPECT RNK

44th

POSITION RNK

6th

New York landed a potential quarterback of the future, but now get to work replacing the players who enabled them to make three first-round selections: cornerback Sauce Gardner and defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. Robinson is the theoretical replacement for Gardner.

Round 1 - Pick 15

Yhonzae Pierre

EDGE

Alabama

• Sr • 6'4" / 251 lbs

Projected Team

Minnesota

PROSPECT RNK

47th

POSITION RNK

6th

Minnesota traded Jonathan Greenard and Andrew Van Ginkel is 31 years old. The Vikings get younger and build depth at edge rusher. Former Crimson Tide pass rusher Dallas Turner can show Yhonzae Pierre the ropes.

Round 1 - Pick 16

Jordan Seaton

OT

LSU

• Jr • 6'5" / 311 lbs

Projected Team

Jacksonville

PROSPECT RNK

7th

POSITION RNK

2nd

The offensive line has been a revolving door for Jacksonville. The Jaguars have tried different combinations to get the five best players on the field, but Liam Coen has been able to relieve pressure off the unit through the scheme. Investing in the unit would remove pressure from Coen and potentially open new doors within the playbook.

Round 1 - Pick 17

Trevor Goosby

OT

Texas

• Sr • 6'7" / 325 lbs

Projected Team

Chicago

PROSPECT RNK

5th

POSITION RNK

1st

The Bears cycled through Braxton Jones, Theo Benedet and Ozzy Trapilo at left tackle last season. They still do not have a solution. Trevor Goosby would elevate that room and hopefully solidify the edges for quarterback Caleb Williams.

From Green Bay Packers Round 1 - Pick 18

David Stone

DL

Oklahoma

• Jr • 6'3" / 315 lbs

Projected Team

N.Y. Jets

PROSPECT RNK

13th

POSITION RNK

1st

New York replaced cornerback Sauce Gardner with Ellis Robinson. Now, they replace Quinnen Williams with David Stone. The Jets have six first-round picks over two years. If they hit on those players, it will account for over 25% of offensive and defensive starters.

Round 1 - Pick 19

Romanas Frederique Jr.

CB

Miami (Fla.)

• Jr • 6'0" / 195 lbs

Projected Team

Dallas

PROSPECT RNK

42nd

POSITION RNK

5th

The restoration of the Cowboys' defense continues with the addition of the Miami cornerback. Dallas spent first-round picks on slot defender Caleb Downs and edge rusher Malachi Lawrence. The Cowboys had previously traded significant draft capital for defensive tackle Quinnen Williams and linebacker Jaishawn Barham looks like a quality player as well.

Round 1 - Pick 20

Jadan Baugh

RB

Florida

• Jr • 6'1" / 225 lbs

Projected Team

New England

PROSPECT RNK

20th

POSITION RNK

2nd

One would assume Jadan Baugh is in the mold of a Mike Vrabel running back, but he does not have the fumbling concerns of Rhamondre Stevenson nor the durability concerns of Treveyon Henderson.

Round 1 - Pick 21

Boubacar Traore

EDGE

Notre Dame

• Sr • 6'5" / 253 lbs

Projected Team

Cincinnati

PROSPECT RNK

POSITION RNK

Cincinnati's defense looked as advertised in the opener against the Buccaneers. The edge rusher position may be greater than the sum of its parts. Myles Murphy is amid his fourth and potentially final season on his rookie contract. Boubacar Traore steps into the rotation with Boye Mafe, Cashius Howell and Shemar Stewart, who has also done little to this point in his career.

Round 1 - Pick 22

Jamari Johnson

TE

Oregon

• Sr • 6'5" / 255 lbs

Projected Team

San Francisco

PROSPECT RNK

27th

POSITION RNK

1st

George Kittle has tapped into the Fountain of Youth but, given San Francisco's prolonged injury issues, it would behoove the 49ers to have depth in that role. I have learned my lesson not to give the team an offensive lineman in the first round.

Round 1 - Pick 23

Brauntae Johnson

S

Notre Dame

• Jr • 6'2" / 200 lbs

Projected Team

Philadelphia

PROSPECT RNK

24th

POSITION RNK

1st

Philadelphia likely does not value safety eno

_Originally reported by [CBS Sports](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2027-nfl-mock-draft-five-quarterbacks/)._