Now, let’s flip the page to the 2027 NFL Draft. This class is expected to be filled with elite talent at premium positions like quarterback, wide receiver, edge rusher and offensive tackle.
Arizona’s tank job lands them Manning, the son of Cooper Manning and the nephew of NFL legends Peyton and Eli Manning. He improved throughout his first season as a starter and is trending to be the No. 1 pick in 2027.
Smith is a generational wide receiver prospect. He could change Miami’s fortunes.
The Jets land their franchise quarterback. Moore could have been a top-10 pick in the 2026 class if he declared.
New York wanted to draft Peyton Manning in 1997 with the No. 1 pick, but Manning avoided playing for the Jets by staying in school. Thirty years later, New York could miss out on Arch Manning because they might not be bad enough to finish with the No. 1 pick.
Sorsby has franchise quarterback talent and can be the answer in Cleveland.
Coleman could be a dominant wide receiver in the NFL. The Raiders will need to surround rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza with more weapons next offseason.
Seaton could develop into a franchise left or right tackle. The Falcons have long-term needs at both positions.
Moore could ultimately go higher than this pick. He’s an elite cornerback prospect.
Stewart is an explosive pass rusher with awesome traits. He’s been considered a top prospect since his freshman season.
Simmons is a dynamic pass rusher. He could make New Orleans’ defense dangerous in 2027 and beyond.
Bolden could strengthen the backend of New York’s defense.
Miller could be the Arizona State wide receiver to go in the first round in consecutive years. Jordyn Tyson was selected by the Saints with the No. 8 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Jets have to their fix secondary after failing to address the position in the 2026 draft.
Johnson is an athletic tight end with good upside. He could be the long-term replacement for Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson.
The Steelers finally land their franchise quarterback in a deep class.
Rhodes racked up eight sacks in the SEC last season. He could become a first-round pick with a strong year.
Stone is a strong run defender. He would improve New York’s interior defensive line.
The Bengals could invest on defense again next offseason to build an elite unit.
Jacksonville could add a starting linebacker next offseason. They never replaced All-Pro free-agent loss Devin Lloyd this offseason.