ESPN projects Bucs to select Clemson's Ashton Hampton in 2027 draft

ESPN's Jordan Reid predicts the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will select Clemson cornerback Ashton Hampton with the No. 19 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. This early projection is based on the Buccaneers' needs and potential draft order influenced by ESPN's Football Power Index. Cornerback is a key focus for Tampa Bay, having previously bolstered its secondary. The 2026 college football season will be crucial for Hampton, whose performance may solidify his status as a first-round prospect. Other mock drafts, including one from NFL Trade Rumors, have also linked the Bucs to cornerbacks, indicating this position will be closely monitored throughout the season.

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