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College football players highlight 2027 NFL Draft prospect performances in week 1

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

College football players highlight 2027 NFL Draft prospect performances in week 1

Summary

The opening week of the college football season provided early performance indicators for several potential 2027 NFL Draft selections. Florida running back Jadan Baugh recorded 160 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 14 carries, contributing to a win over Florida Atlantic. Despite a loss to UMass, Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff finished with 196 receiving yards and three touchdowns on nine receptions. Miami quarterback Darian Mensah directed a victory over his team's opponent by completing 27 of 30 passes for 400 yards and five touchdowns. Mensah earned the highest grade among passers for the week from Pro Football Focus. These performances serve as initial data points for scouts evaluating talent for the 2027 draft class.

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•Jadan Baugh recorded 160 yards and three touchdowns on 14 carries for Florida.
•KJ Duff caught nine passes for 196 yards and three touchdowns in a Rutgers loss.
•Darian Mensah completed 27 of 30 passes for 400 yards and five touchdowns for Miami.
•Pro Football Focus named Darian Mensah the highest-graded passer of the week.

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