2027 NFL Mock Draft Predictions: Top Prospects and Team Needs

The 2026 NFL and college football seasons have commenced, prompting the release of a new mock draft for 2027. This forecast outlines the current top prospects and the anticipated needs of NFL teams as they prepare for the upcoming draft.

According to the mock draft, the Arizona Cardinals are projected to select Arch Manning, a quarterback from Texas, as the first overall pick. Manning is seen as a potential franchise player despite some flaws. Other notable selections include Dante Moore, another quarterback, expected to be among the top two picks, and Jeremiah Smith, a wide receiver from Ohio State, projected to go third overall to the New York Jets.

The draft order is based on the inverse of DraftKings' latest Super Bowl odds, and the selections will likely change as the season progresses. The mock draft also highlights various team strategies, such as the Cleveland Browns focusing on defensive prospects and the Las Vegas Raiders considering a cornerback.