NFL Scouts Advise Quarterbacks to Stay in College for 2027 Draft

As of late September, NFL scouts have expressed a shift in focus regarding the 2027 quarterback draft class, indicating that several players would be better off returning to college for another season. This change in sentiment comes despite initial expectations that many quarterbacks would be early-round picks.

Currently, only Oregon's Dante Moore and Miami's Darian Mensah are viewed as likely first-round selections, with Mensah's performance significantly boosting his draft stock. Other quarterbacks, once considered strong candidates, have struggled or shown inconsistency, leading scouts to recommend further development at the college level.

Among the quarterbacks still in college, Texas' Arch Manning and Notre Dame's CJ Carr are mentioned, but opinions on them vary. NFL personnel believe that the overall quality of the 2027 class is lacking, prompting discussions about the benefits of staying in school, especially given the lucrative opportunities available to college players.