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Analysts project 2027 NFL draft selections for NFC North teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 6:44 PM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Analysts project 2027 NFL draft selections for NFC North teams

Summary

Ahead of the 2026 NFL season opener, analysts have published a three-round mock draft for every team in the NFC North. The projected selections highlight potential roster needs for the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings. Chicago is projected to select Georgia safety KJ Bolden, while Minnesota is slated to take Florida running back Jadan Baugh in the first round. The Detroit Lions are linked to Mississippi State cornerback Kelly Jones. The mock draft serves as a guide for understanding divisional personnel strategies and college talent identification as the regular season begins. These projections account for team-specific positional requirements following the conclusion of the NFL preseason.

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By the Numbers

•Chicago Bears are projected to draft KJ Bolden in the first round.
•Minnesota Vikings are linked to Jadan Baugh with their opening selection.
•Detroit Lions are projected to select Kelly Jones in the first round.
•Mock draft covers three rounds of potential selections for NFC North teams.
•Projections focus on roster needs identified following the 2026 preseason.

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