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2027 NFL Draft Cornerback Rankings & Scouting Reports

Top CB Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft

The 2027 NFL Draft cornerback class features 4 potential first-round talents. Our rankings combine film analysis, advanced metrics, and team fit projections, updated weekly throughout the college season. Click any prospect below to see their full scouting report with strengths, weaknesses, NFL player comparison, and combine measurables.

Top 29 CB Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft

  1. Leonard Moore - Notre Dame
    Overall Rank: #4 | Position Rank: CB1
    Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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  2. Ellis Robinson IV - Georgia
    Overall Rank: #12 | Position Rank: CB2
    Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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  3. Zabien Brown - Alabama
    Overall Rank: #15 | Position Rank: CB3
    Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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  4. Kelley Jones - Mississippi State
    Overall Rank: #29 | Position Rank: CB4
    Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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  5. Chris Peal - Syracuse
    Overall Rank: #35 | Position Rank: CB5
    Projected: 2nd Round
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  6. Jamari Sharpe - Indiana
    Overall Rank: #48 | Position Rank: CB6
    Projected: 2nd Round
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  7. OJ Frederique Jr - Miami
    Overall Rank: #58 | Position Rank: CB7
    Projected: 2nd Round
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  8. Ashton Hampton - Clemson
    Overall Rank: #62 | Position Rank: CB8
    Projected: 2nd Round
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  9. Brice Pollock - Texas Tech
    Overall Rank: #64 | Position Rank: CB9
    Projected: 2nd Round
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  10. Elijah Green - Tulsa
    Overall Rank: #87 | Position Rank: CB10
    Projected: 3rd Round
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  11. Xavier Scott - Illinois
    Overall Rank: #122 | Position Rank: CB11
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  12. Jay Crawford - Ole Miss
    Overall Rank: #125 | Position Rank: CB12
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  13. Jyaire Hill - Michigan
    Overall Rank: #129 | Position Rank: CB13
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  14. John Nestor - Minnesota
    Overall Rank: #135 | Position Rank: CB14
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  15. AJ Harris - Indiana
    Overall Rank: #136 | Position Rank: CB15
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  16. DJ McKinney - Notre Dame
    Overall Rank: #142 | Position Rank: CB16
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  17. Christian Gray - Notre Dame
    Overall Rank: #146 | Position Rank: CB17
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  18. Cam Calhoun - Ohio State
    Overall Rank: #177 | Position Rank: CB18
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  19. Evan Johnson - BYU
    Overall Rank: #178 | Position Rank: CB19
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  20. Jermaine Mathews Jr - Ohio State
    Overall Rank: #194 | Position Rank: CB20
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  21. Ethan O'Connor - Miami
    Overall Rank: #215 | Position Rank: CB21
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  22. Jayden Bellamy - UCF
    Overall Rank: #222 | Position Rank: CB22
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  23. Antonio Kite - Ole Miss
    Overall Rank: #224 | Position Rank: CB23
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  24. Jordan Matthews - Vanderbilt
    Overall Rank: #228 | Position Rank: CB24
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  25. Daniel Harris - California
    Overall Rank: #232 | Position Rank: CB25
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  26. Quay'sheed Scott - South Carolina
    Overall Rank: #283 | Position Rank: CB26
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  27. Jontez Williams - USC
    Overall Rank: #289 | Position Rank: CB27
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  28. Dezz Ricks - Texas A&M
    Overall Rank: #290 | Position Rank: CB28
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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  29. Jaquez White - Virginia Tech
    Overall Rank: #304 | Position Rank: CB29
    Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Cornerback Class Analysis

Cornerback depth is a strength of the 2026 class, with 4 projected first-rounders. Leonard Moore tops the rankings, displaying the length, speed, and ball skills NFL teams covet. The class offers both press-man corners and zone specialists.

Cornerback-Needy Teams for 2026

Teams projected to target cornerbacks early include: Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers. Each team's draft position and specific roster construction will determine the best fit for top prospects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the #1 CB in the 2027 NFL Draft?

Leonard Moore from Notre Dame is currently the consensus #1 cornerback prospect, ranking #4 overall in our big board.

How many CBs will go in the first round in 2026?

Projections suggest 4 cornerbacks could be selected in the first round, depending on team needs and draft position.

What makes the 2027 CB class special?

The 2027 cornerback class offers exceptional depth with 4 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.

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