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Three Notre Dame players projected for top 15 in 2027 NFL draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Three Notre Dame players projected for top 15 in 2027 NFL draft

Summary

ESPN's Jordan Reid released his mock draft predictions for the 2027 NFL draft, featuring three Notre Dame players among the top 15 selections. Sophomore quarterback CJ Carr is projected to be the third overall pick by the New York Jets, while junior cornerback Leonard Moore is expected to go seventh to the Carolina Panthers. Sophomore safety Brauntae Johnson is predicted to be selected 14th by the Pittsburgh Steelers. As Notre Dame prepares for the upcoming season, these players are critical to the team's aspirations following last season's College Football Playoff exclusion.

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Key Details

•CJ Carr projected 3rd overall by New York Jets.
•Leonard Moore expected 7th overall by Carolina Panthers.
•Brauntae Johnson predicted 14th overall by Pittsburgh Steelers.
•Notre Dame looks to recover after last season's CFP snub.
•Irish are favored in early 2027 national championship discussions.

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The Irish are full of stars worthy of being selected in the 2027 NFL draft. Three of Notre Dame's standouts made ESPN's latest mock draft projections.
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