2027 NFL Draft Safety Rankings & Scouting Reports
Top S Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft safety class features 2 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 34 S Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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KJ Bolden - Georgia
Overall Rank: #13 | Position Rank: S1
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
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Tae Johnson - Notre Dame
Overall Rank: #27 | Position Rank: S2
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Koi Perich - Oregon
Overall Rank: #38 | Position Rank: S3
Projected: 2nd Round
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Ty Benefield - LSU
Overall Rank: #49 | Position Rank: S4
Projected: 2nd Round
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Jackson Bennee - Utah
Overall Rank: #69 | Position Rank: S5
Projected: 3rd Round
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Zach Lutmer - Iowa
Overall Rank: #72 | Position Rank: S6
Projected: 3rd Round
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Bray Hubbard - Alabama
Overall Rank: #76 | Position Rank: S7
Projected: 3rd Round
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Jaylen McClain - Ohio State
Overall Rank: #93 | Position Rank: S8
Projected: 3rd Round
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Keon Sabb - Alabama
Overall Rank: #95 | Position Rank: S9
Projected: 3rd Round
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Corey Myrick - Clemson
Overall Rank: #98 | Position Rank: S10
Projected: 3rd Round
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Marcus Neal Jr - Penn State
Overall Rank: #103 | Position Rank: S11
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Amare Ferrell - Indiana
Overall Rank: #128 | Position Rank: S12
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jelani McDonald - Texas
Overall Rank: #140 | Position Rank: S13
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Adon Shuler - Notre Dame
Overall Rank: #151 | Position Rank: S14
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Dashawn Spears - LSU
Overall Rank: #156 | Position Rank: S15
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Rod Moore - Michigan
Overall Rank: #161 | Position Rank: S16
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ian Foster - Memphis
Overall Rank: #168 | Position Rank: S17
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Bryce Thornton - Florida
Overall Rank: #170 | Position Rank: S18
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Terry Moore - Ohio State
Overall Rank: #183 | Position Rank: S19
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Davaughn Patterson - Wake Forest
Overall Rank: #185 | Position Rank: S20
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tao Johnson - UCLA
Overall Rank: #188 | Position Rank: S21
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Earl Little Jr - Ohio State
Overall Rank: #198 | Position Rank: S22
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Marcus Ratcliffe - Texas A&M
Overall Rank: #201 | Position Rank: S23
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Antwan Peek Jr - Cincinnati
Overall Rank: #207 | Position Rank: S24
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Isaac Smith - Mississippi State
Overall Rank: #209 | Position Rank: S25
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Peyton Bowen - Oklahoma
Overall Rank: #236 | Position Rank: S26
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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KP Price - Boston College
Overall Rank: #246 | Position Rank: S27
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jeremiah Cooper - Penn State
Overall Rank: #248 | Position Rank: S28
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Brendan Jordan - Texas Tech
Overall Rank: #252 | Position Rank: S29
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ty Bryant - Kentucky
Overall Rank: #262 | Position Rank: S30
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Qua Moss - Tennessee
Overall Rank: #274 | Position Rank: S31
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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King Mack - NC State
Overall Rank: #285 | Position Rank: S32
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Faletau Satuala - BYU
Overall Rank: #297 | Position Rank: S33
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Khalil Barnes - Georgia
Overall Rank: #300 | Position Rank: S34
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Safety Class Analysis
Safety depth is exceptional with 2 potential first-rounders. KJ Bolden leads a versatile group that can play both free and strong safety in multiple defensive schemes.
Safety-Needy Teams for 2026
Teams projected to target safetys early include: Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, Las Vegas Raiders. Each team's draft position and specific roster construction will determine the best fit for top prospects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the #1 S in the 2027 NFL Draft?
KJ Bolden from Georgia is currently the consensus #1 safety prospect, ranking #13 overall in our big board.
How many Ss will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 2 safetys could be selected in the first round, depending on team needs and draft position.
What makes the 2027 S class special?
The 2027 safety class offers exceptional depth with 2 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.
Related Draft Resources
- 2027 NFL Draft Big Board & Scouting Reports - All positions ranked
- 2026 NFL Combine & Draft Visit Tracker - Measurables and team meetings for safetys
- Mock Draft Simulator - Draft these safetys yourself