2027 NFL Draft Quarterback Rankings & Scouting Reports
Top QB Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft quarterback class features 6 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 37 QB Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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Drew Mestemaker - Oklahoma State
Consensus Rank: #6 | Position Rank: QB1
Our model: #5 overall (QB1), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: C.J. Stroud | Likely: Backup 60%
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Arch Manning - Texas
Consensus Rank: #8 | Position Rank: QB2
Our model: #8 overall (QB2)
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: Jordan Love | Likely: Didn't stick 40%
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CJ Carr - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #14 | Position Rank: QB3
Our model: #18 overall (QB4), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (Top 15)
Top comp: Michael Penix | Likely: Backup 40%
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Dante Moore - Oregon
Consensus Rank: #17 | Position Rank: QB4
Our model: #37 overall (QB7), 20 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
Top comp: A.J. McCarron | Likely: Backup 40%
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Trinidad Chambliss - Ole Miss
Consensus Rank: #24 | Position Rank: QB5
Our model: #15 overall (QB3), 9 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
Top comp: Trace McSorley | Likely: Didn't stick 45%
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Darian Mensah - Miami (FL)
Consensus Rank: #25 | Position Rank: QB6
Our model: #25 overall (QB5)
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
Top comp: C.J. Stroud | Likely: Backup 40%
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Julian Sayin - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #48 | Position Rank: QB7
Our model: #33 overall (QB6), 15 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Mac Jones | Likely: Backup 50%
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Austin Simmons - Missouri
Consensus Rank: #55 | Position Rank: QB8
Our model: #80 overall (QB10), 25 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Zach Mettenberger | Likely: Didn't stick 50%
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Jayden Maiava - USC
Consensus Rank: #58 | Position Rank: QB9
Our model: #81 overall (QB11), 23 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Sam Bradford | Likely: Backup 55%
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LaNorris Sellers - South Carolina
Consensus Rank: #76 | Position Rank: QB10
Our model: #65 overall (QB9), 11 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Anthony Richardson | Likely: Backup 60%
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Sam Leavitt - LSU
Consensus Rank: #110 | Position Rank: QB11
Our model: #64 overall (QB8), 46 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Brady Cook | Likely: Backup 35%
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Drake Lindsey - Minnesota
Consensus Rank: #129 | Position Rank: QB12
Our model: #163 overall (QB14), 34 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Tanner McKee | Likely: Didn't stick 60%
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CJ Bailey - NC State
Consensus Rank: #167 | Position Rank: QB13
Our model: #160 overall (QB13), 7 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Tyler Shough | Likely: Backup 30%
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Brendan Sorsby - Unaffiliated
Consensus Rank: #192 | Position Rank: QB14
Our model: #159 overall (QB12), 33 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: DeShone Kizer | Likely: Backup 55%
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Gunner Stockton - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #211 | Position Rank: QB15
Our model: #217 overall (QB16), 6 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jalon Daniels | Likely: Backup 35%
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Aidan Chiles - Northwestern
Consensus Rank: #234 | Position Rank: QB16
Our model: #225 overall (QB17), 9 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: EJ Manuel | Likely: Backup 55%
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Conner Weigman - Houston
Consensus Rank: #235 | Position Rank: QB17
Our model: #228 overall (QB18), 7 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Zach Wilson | Likely: Didn't stick 40%
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Devon Dampier - Utah
Consensus Rank: #236 | Position Rank: QB18
Our model: #216 overall (QB15), 20 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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DJ Lagway - Baylor
Consensus Rank: #250 | Position Rank: QB19
Our model: #263 overall (QB21), 13 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Likely: Didn't stick 45%
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Nico Iamaleava - UCLA
Consensus Rank: #258 | Position Rank: QB20
Our model: #299 overall (QB22), 41 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Riley Leonard | Likely: Backup 50%
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Gio Lopez - Wake Forest
Consensus Rank: #270 | Position Rank: QB21
Our model: #252 overall (QB19), 18 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tayven Jackson - North Texas
Consensus Rank: #285 | Position Rank: QB22
Our model: #340 overall (QB24), 55 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Katin Houser - Illinois
Consensus Rank: #321 | Position Rank: QB23
Our model: #366 overall (QB26), 45 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Walker Eget - NA
Consensus Rank: #348 | Position Rank: QB24
Our model: #367 overall (QB27), 19 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Josh Hoover - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #362 | Position Rank: QB25
Our model: #462 overall (QB30), 100 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Garrett Nussmeier | Likely: Didn't stick 35%
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Byrum Brown - Auburn
Consensus Rank: #401 | Position Rank: QB26
Our model: #358 overall (QB25), 43 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Tim Tebow | Likely: Backup 60%
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Demond Williams Jr - Washington
Consensus Rank: #431 | Position Rank: QB27
Our model: #253 overall (QB20), 178 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Stetson Bennett | Likely: Didn't stick 50%
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John Mateer - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #450 | Position Rank: QB28
Our model: #431 overall (QB29), 19 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jalen Hurts | Likely: Backup 40%
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Noah Fifita - Arizona
Consensus Rank: #468 | Position Rank: QB29
Our model: #327 overall (QB23), 142 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Stetson Bennett | Likely: Backup 40%
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Marcel Reed - Texas A&M
Consensus Rank: #530 | Position Rank: QB30
Our model: #420 overall (QB28), 111 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jordan Travis | Likely: Didn't stick 40%
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Rocco Becht - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #545 | Position Rank: QB31
Our model: #588 overall (QB34), 42 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Ty Simpson | Likely: Backup 55%
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Caden Veltkamp - Florida Atlantic
Consensus Rank: #625 | Position Rank: QB32
Our model: #546 overall (QB31), 80 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Avery Johnson - Kansas State
Consensus Rank: #629 | Position Rank: QB33
Our model: #599 overall (QB35), 31 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Desmond Ridder | Likely: Backup 55%
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Jaden Craig - TCU
Consensus Rank: #638 | Position Rank: QB34
Our model: #605 overall (QB36), 34 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Kyle McCord | Likely: Backup 50%
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Kevin Jennings - SMU
Consensus Rank: #639 | Position Rank: QB35
Our model: #587 overall (QB33), 53 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Stetson Bennett | Likely: Backup 40%
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Beau Pribula - Virginia
Consensus Rank: #643 | Position Rank: QB36
Our model: #607 overall (QB37), 37 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Cade Klubnik | Likely: Backup 60%
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Lincoln Kienholz - Louisville
Consensus Rank: #668 | Position Rank: QB37
Our model: #552 overall (QB32), 117 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Quarterback Class Analysis
This quarterback class is notably deeper than 2025, with 6 projected first-round talents. The top tier features Drew Mestemaker and Arch Manning, who combine elite arm talent with pro-ready decision-making. The second tier offers developmental upside for teams willing to invest time in quarterback development.
Quarterback-Needy Teams for 2026
Teams projected to target quarterbacks early include: New York Giants, Las Vegas Raiders, Tennessee Titans, New Orleans Saints. Each team's draft position and specific roster construction will determine the best fit for top prospects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the #1 QB in the 2027 NFL Draft?
Drew Mestemaker from Oklahoma State is currently the consensus #1 quarterback prospect, ranking #6 overall in our big board.
How many QBs will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 6 quarterbacks could be selected in the first round, depending on team needs and draft position.
What makes the 2027 QB class special?
The 2027 quarterback class offers exceptional depth with 6 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.
Related Draft Resources
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