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 40 CB Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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Leonard Moore - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #3 | Position Rank: CB1
Our model: #3 overall (CB1)
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: Darius Rush | Likely: Backup 65%
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Ellis Robinson IV - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #11 | Position Rank: CB2
Our model: #10 overall (CB2), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: Morris Claiborne | Likely: Backup 40%
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Ashton Hampton - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #12 | Position Rank: CB3
Our model: #11 overall (CB3), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: Patrick Surtain II | Likely: Backup 50%
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Kelley Jones - Mississippi State
Consensus Rank: #16 | Position Rank: CB4
Our model: #16 overall (CB4)
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
Top comp: Keith McGill | Likely: Backup 45%
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Zabien Brown - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #54 | Position Rank: CB5
Our model: #52 overall (CB5), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Damon Arnette | Likely: Backup 55%
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Jamari Sharpe - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #84 | Position Rank: CB6
Our model: #82 overall (CB6), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: TJ Hall | Likely: Backup 55%
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Vicari Swain - South Carolina
Consensus Rank: #86 | Position Rank: CB7
Our model: #86 overall (CB7)
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Dominique Franks | Likely: Backup 50%
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Jyaire Hill - Michigan
Consensus Rank: #93 | Position Rank: CB8
Our model: #94 overall (CB9), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Davison Igbinosun | Likely: Backup 75%
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OJ Frederique Jr - Miami (FL)
Consensus Rank: #95 | Position Rank: CB9
Our model: #95 overall (CB10)
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Micah Robinson | Likely: Backup 50%
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Brice Pollock - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #96 | Position Rank: CB10
Our model: #93 overall (CB8), 3 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Montaric Brown | Likely: Backup 50%
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Audavion Collins - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #100 | Position Rank: CB11
Our model: #99 overall (CB11), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Jadon Canady | Likely: Backup 40%
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Chris Peal - Syracuse
Consensus Rank: #106 | Position Rank: CB12
Our model: #121 overall (CB14), 15 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Thakarius Keyes | Likely: Backup 60%
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Jalen Mayo - Houston
Consensus Rank: #118 | Position Rank: CB13
Our model: #122 overall (CB15), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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DJ McKinney - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #121 | Position Rank: CB14
Our model: #129 overall (CB16), 8 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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John Nestor - Minnesota
Consensus Rank: #122 | Position Rank: CB15
Our model: #120 overall (CB13), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Dane Belton | Likely: Backup 55%
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Ify Obidegwu - Oregon
Consensus Rank: #134 | Position Rank: CB16
Our model: #112 overall (CB12), 22 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Christian Gray - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #158 | Position Rank: CB17
Our model: #173 overall (CB19), 15 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Victor Harris | Likely: Backup 60%
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Andrew Marshall - Nebraska
Consensus Rank: #161 | Position Rank: CB18
Our model: #162 overall (CB18), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Elliot Washington II - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #172 | Position Rank: CB19
Our model: #186 overall (CB22), 14 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Damarri Mathis | Likely: Backup 55%
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Jett Jefferson - Mississippi State
Consensus Rank: #186 | Position Rank: CB20
Our model: no rank yet, consensus only
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Elijah Green - Tulsa
Consensus Rank: #198 | Position Rank: CB21
Our model: #179 overall (CB20), 19 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Dom Jones | Likely: Backup 40%
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Jermaine Mathews Jr - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #203 | Position Rank: CB22
Our model: #197 overall (CB23), 6 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Rachad Wildgoose | Likely: Backup 55%
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Zeke Berry - Michigan
Consensus Rank: #218 | Position Rank: CB23
Our model: #161 overall (CB17), 57 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jakorian Bennett | Likely: Backup 45%
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Evan Johnson - BYU
Consensus Rank: #226 | Position Rank: CB24
Our model: #234 overall (CB26), 8 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Patrick Robinson | Likely: Didn't stick 35%
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Tre'Quon Fegans - Jacksonville State
Consensus Rank: #239 | Position Rank: CB25
Our model: #254 overall (CB28), 15 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Bilhal Kone | Likely: Backup 60%
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Jayden Bellamy - UCF
Consensus Rank: #267 | Position Rank: CB26
Our model: #290 overall (CB32), 23 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Chevis Jackson | Likely: Backup 45%
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Xavier Scott - Illinois
Consensus Rank: #269 | Position Rank: CB27
Our model: #202 overall (CB24), 67 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Steven Nelson | Likely: Backup 50%
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Ethan O'Connor - Miami (FL)
Consensus Rank: #273 | Position Rank: CB28
Our model: #297 overall (CB33), 24 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Hezekiah Masses | Likely: Didn't stick 45%
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Ja'Bril Rawls - Florida State
Consensus Rank: #320 | Position Rank: CB29
Our model: #317 overall (CB35), 3 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Channing Canada | Likely: Backup 60%
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Andre Jordan Jr - Auburn
Consensus Rank: #335 | Position Rank: CB30
Our model: #326 overall (CB36), 9 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Damari Brown - Miami
Consensus Rank: #350 | Position Rank: CB31
Our model: #334 overall (CB38), 16 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Johnathan Edwards | Likely: Backup 65%
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Santana Banner - Missouri
Consensus Rank: #383 | Position Rank: CB32
Our model: #351 overall (CB39), 32 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Quandarius Keyes - UNLV
Consensus Rank: #387 | Position Rank: CB33
Our model: no rank yet, consensus only
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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John Curry - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #399 | Position Rank: CB34
Our model: no rank yet, consensus only
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jahlil Florence - Missouri
Consensus Rank: #408 | Position Rank: CB35
Our model: #362 overall (CB40), 46 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Antonio Kite - Ole Miss
Consensus Rank: #412 | Position Rank: CB36
Our model: #414 overall (CB51), 2 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Brandon Cisse | Likely: Backup 40%
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Tayon Holloway - Louisville
Consensus Rank: #415 | Position Rank: CB37
Our model: #411 overall (CB49), 4 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Chimdi Chekwa | Likely: Backup 40%
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Damarius McGhee - Fau
Consensus Rank: #416 | Position Rank: CB38
Our model: #415 overall (CB52), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Kollin Lewis - Oklahoma State
Consensus Rank: #418 | Position Rank: CB39
Our model: #419 overall (CB53), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Daniel Harris - Cal
Consensus Rank: #422 | Position Rank: CB40
Our model: #409 overall (CB48), 13 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Cam Hart | Likely: Backup 60%
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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 #3 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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