2027 AFC North NFL Mock Draft outlines team needs after preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:53 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
As the NFL preseason concludes, a mock draft focusing on the AFC North highlights each team's needs for the upcoming 2027 draft. The Baltimore Ravens are projected to select defensive lineman Ahmad Moten from Miami (FL) in the first round, while the Cincinnati Bengals are likely to opt for cornerback Zabien Browns from Alabama. The Cleveland Browns could pick edge rusher Dylan Stewart from South Carolina and quarterback Drew Mestemaker from Oklahoma State. The Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to target edge player Matayo Uiagalelei from Oregon. These predictions provide insights into potential collegiate talents that could bolster the division's teams come next April.
- •Ravens target Ahmad Moten, DL, Miami (FL) in the first round.
- •Bengals likely to select Zabien Browns, CB, Alabama.
- •Browns projected to draft Dylan Stewart, Edge, South Carolina.
- •Steelers expected to choose Matayo Uiagalelei, Edge, Oregon.
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"We have another division wide mock draft for the NFC North as we work our way toward roster cutdowns and the regular season.
"We have another division wide mock draft for the NFC North as we work our way toward roster cutdowns and the regular season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 8:08 PM2027 NFC North NFL Mock Draft: Team needs addressed folowing preseason
We have another division wide mock draft for the NFC North as we work our way toward roster cutdowns and the regular season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:53 PM2027 AFC North NFL Mock Draft: Team needs addressed folowing preseason
We have another division wide mock draft for the NFC North as we work our way toward roster cutdowns and the regular season.
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