Buccaneers eye Chris Peal in early 2027 NFL mock draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
In a recent 2027 NFL mock draft by NFL Trade Rumors, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are projected to select Syracuse cornerback Chris Peal with the No. 19 overall pick. This move aims to bolster the team's secondary, which has been a focus in recent drafts. Peal had an impressive 2025 season at Syracuse, recording an 85.1 overall defensive grade, with strong performance in coverage and run defense. A whole college football season remains before the draft, presenting potential shifts in Tampa Bay's needs and Peal's draft stock.
- •Tampa Bay drafts projected to select Chris Peal with No. 19 pick.
- •Peal recorded an 85.1 overall defensive grade in 2025.
- •He had three interceptions and broke up five passes last season.
- •Buccaneers have focused on cornerback positions in recent drafts.
- •The college football season could alter draft dynamics.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Mock Draft Monday: Buccaneers Draft Defensive Position of Need
"An early 2027 NFL mock draft has the Buccaneers using the No. 19 overall pick on Syracuse cornerback Chris Peal to strengthen the secondary.
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