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Mel Kiper Jr. highlights surprising QBs for 2027 NFL Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 7:46 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Mel Kiper Jr. highlights surprising QBs for 2027 NFL Draft

Summary

As the 2026 NFL season begins, ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. identifies Austin Simmons from Missouri and Kamario Taylor from Mississippi State as standout quarterbacks to watch for the 2027 NFL Draft. After impressive performances in recent college games, Simmons threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns against Kansas, while Taylor had 227 passing yards and three touchdowns, plus significant rushing yards against Minnesota. Kiper also mentioned the need for consistency from quarterbacks like Arch Manning and C.J. Carr as the season progresses. The anticipation builds for what the upcoming draft class may bring as the college football season unfolds.

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Key Details

•Kiper names Austin Simmons and Kamario Taylor as top QBs to watch.
•Simmons had 292 passing yards and three TDs against Kansas.
•Taylor posted 227 passing yards and three TDs against Minnesota.
•Kiper also calls for consistency from quarterbacks like Arch Manning.
•The 2027 NFL Draft is expected to feature many first-round caliber players.

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It may only be one week into the 2026 NFL season, but some fans already have their eyes on the 2027 NFL Draft. Draft experts expect the 2027 quarterback class to be incredible with several first-round caliber players available. But the two names at the top of one expert’s watch list will probably surprise most college football fans. ESPN’s Mel […] The post NFL Draft news: The 2 QBs catching Mel Kiper Jr.'s eye may surprise you appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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