2027 NFL Mock Draft After Browns Add Another 1st in Myles Garrett Trade

June 1 unlocked a flurry of moves around the NFL, with the Myles Garrett trade serving as the headliner. By making the deal now, the Cleveland Browns immediately made themselves a primary player for the 2027 draft—which is already being lauded as the deepest and most talented in recent memory.

Arch Manning won't enter the 2026 campaign as the Bleacher Report Scouting Department's QB1. He's still slotted here for two reasons. First, he can claim top status through continued development. Second, the New York Jets can't overlook the marketability factor.

Gang Green will enter this season knowing it's an evaluation year. This offseason, the team's front office did an excellent job raising the roster's talent floor. At the same time, Geno Smith is not the solution at quarterback. He may not even finish out the 2026 campaign since the Jets may want to see what fourth-round rookie Cade Klubnik can do before entering next offseason.

Manning showed significant growth during his first full-season as a starter. By cleaning up his footwork and mechanics, his status will legitimately reflect his standing as a top quarterback prospect. Name recognition and raw talent will only take him so far.

A decision will be forthcoming if the Miami Dolphins find themselves among next year's top-three draft picks. In this instance, the team proves willing to give Malik Willis a second season at the helm.

The reason behind the decision is simple: Jeremiah Smith enters the 2027 cycle as the class' best overall prospect, and he can legitimately stake a claim as a "generational talent" among wide receivers drafted over the last 20 years.

Willis isn't being given a chance to succeed this fall when looking at the Dolphins' motley crew of passing targets. Running back De'Von Achane was the only player currently on the roster to produce more than 50 catches or 400 receiving yards last season.

Instead of discarding Willis after what's likely to be a disappointing campaign, Miami can legitimately build around the 27-year-old quarterback by giving him a dominant weapon in Smith.

The Myles Garrett isn't an indication the Cleveland Browns plan to tank this season. The Los Angeles Rams simply offered a fantastic deal, while the Browns understood that Garrett's timeline doesn't match Cleveland's current roster trajectory.

The latter is important, because the Browns have yet to properly address the quarterback position after nearly three decades of failure. Shedeur Sanders should be given every opportunity to prove he can be the long-term answer. If he doesn't, the Browns will move on again.

As stated earlier, Arch Manning isn't the B/R Scouting Department's QB1 as the 2027 cycle begins. Miami's Darian Mensah is.

Mensah is an excellent distributor to all three levels, with the accuracy and ball placement to layer throws. He should benefit greatly from his transfer to Miami, where his supporting cast will be vastly improved.

The Arizona Cardinals know they're entering a transitory season and so does their starting quarterback, Jacoby Brissett. The Cardinals offense should look completely different in 2027. For now, Brissett is trying to capitalize on the team not having a long-term answer at the position, hence his holdout to obtain a better contract for this season.

In some ways, the Cardinals would be better off not acquiescing to Brissett, who hasn't attended the team's voluntary meetings and practices. He's not the future and the organization must position itself to acquire a top quarterback prospect.

Enter Dante Moore. The Oregon quarterback could have been a top-three pick this year had he declared. Instead, the 21-year-old returned to campus for another season, where he should show improvement, particularly against top competition.

With Robert Saleh now serving as the Tennessee Titans' head coach, the team's front office placed a major emphasis on rebuilding its defense this offseason. The organization shouldn't stop there.

The additions of John Franklin-Myers, Jermaine Johnson II, Jordan Elliott, Alontae Taylor, CorDale Flott and first-round rookie Keldric Faulk will make this group far stingier than the one that finished 21st in total defense.

South Carolina's Dylan Stewart should be in consideration for the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2027 class. Though he needs to finish better in this fall. Otherwise, he has the type of skill set that every team wants working off the edge. He can give Saleh a Nick Bosa-like presence, particularly on passing downs when both Franklin-Myers and Faulk reduce down in certain sub-packages.

Simmons has the burst, bend and closing speed to be a high-level pass-rusher at the professional level. The first-team All-SEC performer led the conference last season with 59 pressures. Right now, the 245-pound underclassman is not built like an every-down edge. However, he's only 20 years old and already understands how to get to the quarterback. Simmons' growth potential remains significant.

Aaron Rodgers already stated this season will be his last, while the recent draft picks of Drew Allar and Will Howard shouldn't be viewed as anything more than lottery tickets. The Pittsburgh Steelers are firmly in the quarterback market (and have been for the last few years).

Clearly, odds-makers aren't excited about the team's potential this fall. Otherwise, the Steelers wouldn't be projected with the seventh-longest odds to win Super Bowl LXI. A down season can actually be highly beneficial for the franchise to reset.

Meanwhile, Drew Mestemaker is set to explode onto the national scene after transferring from North Texas to Oklahoma State. The reigning Burlsworth Trophy winner, as the best player who began his career as a walk-on,followed his head coach, Eric Morris, and joined the Cowboys program, where the quarterback's arm and their high-flying offense will be on full display.

A new regime leading the Atlanta Falcons' football operations means the team is no longer tied to anyone, specifically the quarterback position. A fresh start may be exactly what's called for once the the franchise enters next offseason.

General manager Ian Cunningham and head coach Kevin Stefanski weren't part of the brain trust that drafted Michael Penix Jr. This group may have brought in Tua Tagovailoa, but the former Miami Dolphins' first-round pick signed a one-year, prove-it deal.

Kevin Stefanski never got the quarterback situation right in Cleveland, even after being handed Baker Mayfield. He must know the importance of getting that person in place and being on the same page.

The New Orleans Saints are ahead of schedule thanks to Tyler Shough playing like a legitimate starting quarterback during his rookie campaign. As a result, the organization made multiple significant investments on the offensive side of the ball this offseason. It's now the defense's turn.

Leonard Moore is arguably the highest-rated cornerback prospect since Patrick Peterson became a first-round pick in 2011. Moore has the size, length, coverage skills and dominance through his first two collegiate seasons to warrant such a high standard. The only reason he's still available here is due to a top-heavy quarterback class. Otherwise, Moore could easily be a top-five pick and still may be when it's all said and done.

For the Saints, Moore immediately enters their lineup as CB1, which creates a cascading effect making the entire secondary stronger, with Kool-Aid McKinstry and Quincy Riley still operating under rookie contracts.

The Odell Beckham Jr., JuJu Smith-Schuster and Braxton Berrios signings tell everyone exactly what they need to know about the New York Giants' wide receiver setup. Big Blue will need to make a significant investment in the position next offseason.

Malik Nabers is a legitimate No. 1 target when healthy. From there, the Giants lack a legitimate second or third option. Texas' Cam Coleman is the type of target that can make life easier on everyone, because he has the size and speed to stretch the field and decompress opposing defenses.

After transferring to Texas, the 19-year-old Coleman has an opportunity to show off his elite traits. He really didn't have the chance to do so at Auburn. Improved quarterback play and an outstanding surrounding cast will allow Coleman to shine. The ability has always been there, but it'll be unlocked in Steve Sarkisian's offense.

Bryce Young enters the fourth year of his rookie contract without the Carolina Panthers knowing whether the 2023 No. 1 overall pick is their long-term answer at quarterback. Regression indicates he isn't, which means the Panthers will be searching for a replacement.

A lack of size and raw arm talent were the biggest questions about Young prior to his draft selection. The same can't be said of South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers.

The 6'3", 240-pound Sellers is a tremendous athlete with raw arm talent to spare.

A year ago, the 20-year-old garnered No. 1 overall projections based on his immense upside. He didn't show enough growth to stay in that conversation. However, another year at South Carolina coupled with positive development as a passer will once again place Sellers among the top quarterback options.

Third-round rookie Antonio Williams should be a key piece early in his career, because he presents explosive traits. Though he didn't perform nearly as well as expected during his final season on campus.

Whereas, Nick Marsh should experience a huge profile increase thanks to his transfer decision, going from Michigan State to the reigning national champion Indiana Hoosiers. Marsh will benefit greatly from an improved surrounding cast, specifically quarterback Josh Hoover slinging him the ball.

The 6'3", 213-pound Marsh is the class' most physical wide receiver. He plays through contact and creates after the catch. His play-strength is outstanding, which will make him an ideal complementary piece to McLaurin and Williams.

With six quarterbacks already off the board, the Minnesota Vikings may have to look elsewhere to address the game's most important position. Maybe the organization will see enough from Kyler Murray or JJ McCarthy not to be in a position where this setup proves devastating. Either way, the Vikings turn to the trenches to help whoever is behind center.

Long-time right tackle Brian O'Neill is entering the last year of his contract and turns 32 next year. Minnesota can draft O'Neill's replacement and establish an excellent pair of bookends.

Texas' Trevor Goosby is a natural left tackle, though he does have some experience on the right side. He showed marked improvement during his first full year as a starter. He can flip sides in Minnesota, while also serving as insurance since Christian Darrisaw has yet to play a full regular-season slate during his five-year career.

The New York Jets use the draft pick acquired in the Sauce Gardner trade to replace the two-time first-team All-Pro. The approach may seem counterproductive, but the Jets already accomplished their primary goal by landing their preferred quarterback prospect at the top of the draft. From there, the team should look to add top-notch talent.

Georgia's Ellis Robinson IV has as much upside anyone in next year's class. The former 5-star recruit figured it out in Year 2 despite playing very little as a true freshman and not opening the 2025 campaign as a starter.

When Robinson is reacting and simply letting his skill set take over, he's an impressively fluid mover, with quick-fire feet and Gumby-like hips. Despite his size (6'0", 180 lbs), he also plays with an impressive level of physicality.

The underclassman has all of the necessary traits to be a top cover corner at the professional level, which gives the Jets another answer at a second premium position.

Surprisingly, the Chicago Bears didn't address their biggest need this offseason. The team lacks pass-rush help opposite Montez Sweat. If something doesn't change between now and next April, another talented defensive end is the obvious choice.

Dayo Odeyingbo is coming of a torn Achilles tendon. Besides, he's better as a base end, who reduces down in sub-packages. Austin Booker has yet to put it all together and become a consistent pass-rush threat. From there, the Bears lack depth.

Arkansas' Quincy Rhodes Jr. emerged as a second-team All-SEC performer last season after posting 15.5 tackles for loss and eight sacks. The 6'6", 277-pound prospect already displays NFL-caliber power to set the edge and threaten offensive tackles with a bull-rush. He's not the type of pass-rusher to fly off the edge, bend the corner and flatten toward the quarterback. However, his pass-rush plan showed some promise last season and should continue to expand this fall.

Trevor Lawrence is the future of the Jacksonville Jaguars organization. He finally showed why during the second half of the 2025 campaign, when the 2021 No. 1 overall pick began to play free and loose. At 26, the arrow is pointing upward, as long as the Jaguars keep him upright.

The New York Jets address their defensive interior with the third of their three first-round picks. After moving Quinnen Williams prior to last year's trade deadline, the Jets didn't subsequently add anyone with any juice at defensive tackle. Instead, the team prioritized size with the acquisitions of T'Vondre Sweat, David Onyemata and fourth-round rookie Darrell Jackson Jr.

Oklahoma's David Stone is a relentless upfield defender. The 6'3", 315-pound prospect must continue his development as an interior pass-rusher. However, he gives the Jets a more disruptive option to reset the line of scrimmage and collapse the pocket, which will only maximize Will McDonald IV and David Bailey working off the edges.

The Jets should have a relatively strong defensive identity this fall. Stone's addition highlights and fortifies the strides the organization already made on that side of the ball.

Offensive line play and a poor defensive performance plagued the Cincinnati Bengals since Joe Burrow became the franchise's starting quarterback. The Bengals invested heavily in the defense this offseason. The offensive line will get an upgrade next year.

Missouri's Cayden Green is arguably the nation's most powerful blocker. He also has experience starting at guard and left tackle. For the Bengals, the 6'5", 324-pound lineman fits the physical profile the team prefers, while providing the team with significant flexibility along its front five.

Green can immediately step in and replace Dalton Risner at right guard during his rookie campaign. The Missouri product then provides Cincinnati with the option to play him on Burrow's blind side whenever the organization decides to replace veteran Orlando Brown Jr.

LSU's Trey'Dez Green gives the Tampa Bay Buccaneers an ideal complementary duo at tight end.

Cade Otton signed a three-year, $30 million contract extension this offseason. He's a traditional in-line tight end, though. Green is a completely different option to use in 12 personnel packages under offensive coordinator Zac Robinson.

The 6'7", 237-pound prospect can create mismatches while operating detached from the line of scrimmage. His size and length are an ideal fit for quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has showed a tendency to miss high when his accuracy falters.

Green can't be a direct replacement for Mike Evans, who left the franchise after 12 seasons and signed with the San Francisco 49ers. However, the incoming prospect's frame and catch radius bring a completely different dynamic when working alongside Tampa's top three receivers, who are all listed at 6'1".

The Dallas Cowboys didn't reach a long-term contract extension with wide receiver George Pickens. Instead, Pickens will play under the franchise tag this fall. Thus, the Cowboys should be looking for another complementary target next year if/when Pickens tests free agency for the first time.

Pickens actually displaced CeeDee Lamb as Dallas' top target in 2025. Though the latter dealt with injuries. Lamb remains a Pro Bowl-caliber receiver after his fifth straight 1,000-yard campaign. Plus, he's signed trough the 2028 season.

Indiana's Charlie Becker gives the Cowboys a perfect weapon on the outside to work alongside Lamb. The 6'4", 207-pound Becker emerged as a serious deep threat during the Hoosiers' national championship run. He made a play in every big moment when called upon to do so. His size coupled with the vertical element will open the field for Lamb, much like Pickens does now.

Dalton Schultz is Mr. Reliable. He's played in 15 or more games, with at least 53 receptions and 532 receiving yards, in six straight seasons. Although, he's only signed through the 2027 campaign when he'll be 31 years old. The Houston Texans could use a more dynamic threat at tight end.

Oregon's Jamari Johnson is an explosive upfield target to threaten the seam and give C.J. Stroud and large catch-radius to help the quarterback, particularly on key downs or in the red zone.

The 6'5", 257-pound tight end wasn't featured as much as Kenyon Sadiq last season. Sadiq did go on to be the 2026 class' TE1 and a top 16 draft pick. Johnson finished with only 50 fewer yards despite catching 32 passes compared to 51. The remaining Oregon tight end is a potential weapon thanks to his size and athleticism.

Nose tackle isn't a glamorous position. Even so, a good one is invaluable. Oregon's A'Mauri Washington gives the Denver Broncos a brute in the middle of their defense to make an elite unit even better.

DJ Jones is a competent interior defender and fits well within the Broncos' scheme. However, he turns 32 next year and none of his remaining contract is guaranteed beyond the upcoming season. Besides, Washington is bigger and stronger, with athleticism that belies his 6'3", 320-pound frame.

Washington isn't just a space-eater, which is why he worthy of first-round consideration. He's a disruptive presence that violently sheds blocks and resets the line of scrimmage. His inclusion gives Denver something completely different than what the group currently features.

Like any good interior defender, Washington's play makes life easier for everyone around him.

"I think this is more of a—it sounds terrible—but like, thank God it's over. It was a slow pain of just, is he in, is he out?" left tackle Jordan Mailata said when asked about the AJ Brown trade. "We didn't really know, and that really wasn't our focus as a team, our team, especially on offense."

With Brown gone, Jalen Hurts must show he can bounce back from last year's wildly inconsistent campaign. If he doesn't, the Eagles should look at other options.

Minnesota's Drake Lindsey provides Philadelphia with a long runway.

The 20-year-old prospect is expected to show significant growth during his second season as starter. But the flashes were apparent last year. The 6'5", 230-pound quarterback has a big arm to threaten all three levels. More consistency will increase his draft value, while the Eagles can realistically get out of Hurts' deal in 2028.

The Kansas City Chiefs have made multiple attempts to upgrade at wide receiver and never found the right mix. The organization needs to go back to the well and add another talented target.

On paper, Kansas City's receiving options appear dynamic and packed with potential. Rashee Rice hasn't proved to be reliable, though. Xavier Worthy must develop a more well-rounded game. Tyquan Thornton didn't do much during his first season with the Chiefs. Fifth-round rookie Cyrus Allen could fit in nicely as a slot option, but he has to establish himself first. This group needs something more or risk wasting the latter half of Mahomes' career.

Omarion Miller transferred from Colorado to Arizona State, where he gets to learn and develop under Hines Wars as his wide receivers coach. Miller already showed explosive traits during his time with the Buffaloes. Now, he can clean up the inconsistencies within his game and elevate his status as a legitimate top option.

The idea of the Detroit Lions truly upgrading at defensive end by finding a long-term bookend opposite the squad's talented edge-rusher has been in play for nearly a decade. It dates back to Ziggy Ansah's time with the team. Now, Aidan Hutchinson is looking for a capable running mate.

To be fair, Al-Quadin Muhammad performed well last season with a career-high 11 sacks. But he left in free agency to join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Detroit did draft Derrick Moore in this year's second rounder. He'll have an opportunity to prove himself this fall. Still, the Lions could make worse moves than trying to inject even more talent into their pass rush.

Notre Dame's Boubacar Troure brings natural bend and athleticism off the edge to provide the type of skill sets that fits well as a rotational pass-rusher option early in his career, with the potential to develop into an every-down defender. If anything, the combination of his and Moore's skill set should be considered complementary.

Usually, a prospect should never been judged by the helmet they wear. In this particular case, the Iowa Hawkeyes have served as an assembly line for future NFL blockers. Kirk Ferentz was an NFL offensive line coach prior to taking over the program all the way back in 1999. He and his staff understand how to develop the position group.

Multiple running back options are available to become Derrick Henry's successor. In this case, the Baltimore Ravens select the closest physically to maintain the squad's current offensive approach.

Ole Miss' Kewan Lacy, Missouri's Ahmad Hardy and Miami's Mark Fletcher Jr. can made their cases, but Miami's Jadan Baugh is a 6'1", near-230 pound powerhouse, with outstanding patience and lateral movement. Plus, he caught more passes out of the backfield than any of those mentioned.

No one knows exactly when Henry will slow down. He's not built like any other back. However, he is 32 now and Father Time catches up with everyone eventually.

Baugh can initially serve in a complementary role, spelling Hendry to extend his shelf life, then eventually taking over as the Ravens' offensive workhorse.

Minnesota's Anthony Smith adds instant flexibility along the front thanks to his 6'6", 285-pound frame. The first-team All-Big Ten performer set career-highs last season with 17.5 tackles for loss and 12.5 sacks. He can work off the edge and even from a two-point stance, while reducing down in sub-packages depending on the situation.

The Oregon Ducks had three defenders drafted in this year's initial four rounds, including safety Dillon Thieneman in the opening frame. As seen in this projection, two more are projected as early picks, not including defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei and defensive Bear Alexander. Last season, Teitum Tuioti had stretches were he was the squad's most disruptive performer, consistently getting into backfields and wrecking plays.

For the Buffalo Bills, the organization didn't do enough this offseason transitioning their personnel to fit into Jim Leonard's defensive scheme.

Bradley Chubb's signing and TJ Parker's selection in this year's second round, to pair with Gregory Rousseau, will create a solid rotation on the edge. However, Tuioti is far more natural playing from a two-point stance and doing all of the things necessary to provide maximum flexibility/impact. He can slide seamlessly into the rotation and give the Bills a more complete front.

Myles Garrett may not longer be a member of the Cleveland Browns, but his old team is well on its way to building one of the league's most disruptive defensive front even without him.

Ahmad Moten Sr. is an upfield penetrator and one of the nation's best interior pass-rushers. At times, he was the Miami defender creating the most havoc during the Hurricanes' run to this past season's National Championship Game. Keep in mind, both of Miami's defensive ends, Reuben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor, became first-round picks in this past April's draft.

A trio of Moten, the recently acquired Jared Verse and last year's fifth overall draft pick, Mason Graham, gives Cleveland an attacking front to ensure that side of the ball doesn't lose its identity after moving on from an all-time great.

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