Arch Manning leads three quarterbacks in early 2027 NFL mock draft

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Arch Manning leads three quarterbacks in early 2027 NFL mock draft
Summary

The 2027 NFL Draft process is officially underway as the college football season begins. A new projection identifies quarterbacks Arch Manning, Dante Moore, and C.J. Carr as the top prospects at the position likely to be selected in the first round. Manning is currently projected as the first overall pick by the Cleveland Browns. Other notable prospects mentioned in the initial mock include wide receivers Jeremiah Smith and Cam Coleman, as well as edge rushers Colin Simmons and Dylan Stewart. The first round of the draft is scheduled to take place on April 29 in Washington, D.C. Franchise needs remain subject to change throughout the 2026 NFL season and the following months of college play.

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  • Arch Manning is projected as the first overall pick to the Cleveland Browns.
  • Three quarterbacks are currently slated to be selected in the first round.
  • The 2027 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 29 in Washington, D.C.
  • Prospects from Texas, Notre Dame, and Oregon dominate the early first-round projections.
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  • 5:30 AMYahoo SportsNFL Mock Draft 2027: Texas, Notre Dame & Oregon dominate three-QB first round
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The biggest question ahead of the 2027 NFL Draft is where Texas quarterback Arch Manning will land. Here's Sporting News' second first-round mock draft for the class, projecting where Manning and 31 others players will go.

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