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 40 S Prospects for 2027 NFL Draft
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KJ Bolden - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #18 | Position Rank: S1
Our model: #22 overall (S2), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Tae Johnson - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #21 | Position Rank: S2
Our model: #21 overall (S1)
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
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Koi Perich - Oregon
Consensus Rank: #62 | Position Rank: S3
Our model: #62 overall (S3)
Projected: 2nd Round
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Kingston Lopa - California
Consensus Rank: #65 | Position Rank: S4
Our model: #65 overall (S4)
Projected: 3rd Round
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Jackson Bennee - Utah
Consensus Rank: #68 | Position Rank: S5
Our model: #68 overall (S5)
Projected: 3rd Round
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Jelani McDonald - Texas
Consensus Rank: #69 | Position Rank: S6
Our model: #72 overall (S7), 3 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Ty Benefield - LSU
Consensus Rank: #70 | Position Rank: S7
Our model: #71 overall (S6), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Bray Hubbard - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #93 | Position Rank: S8
Our model: #100 overall (S9), 7 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Brandyn Hillman - Virginia
Consensus Rank: #105 | Position Rank: S9
Our model: #105 overall (S10)
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Corey Myrick - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #109 | Position Rank: S10
Our model: #107 overall (S11), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Zach Lutmer - Iowa
Consensus Rank: #111 | Position Rank: S11
Our model: #97 overall (S8), 14 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jaylen McClain - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #135 | Position Rank: S12
Our model: #145 overall (S13), 10 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Peyton Bowen - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #137 | Position Rank: S13
Our model: #152 overall (S14), 15 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Keon Sabb - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #156 | Position Rank: S14
Our model: #165 overall (S16), 9 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Adon Shuler - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #162 | Position Rank: S15
Our model: #162 overall (S15)
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Amare Ferrell - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #169 | Position Rank: S16
Our model: #135 overall (S12), 34 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Rod Moore - Michigan
Consensus Rank: #185 | Position Rank: S17
Our model: #196 overall (S19), 11 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Dashawn Spears - LSU
Consensus Rank: #191 | Position Rank: S18
Our model: #197 overall (S20), 6 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Marcus Neal Jr - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #197 | Position Rank: S19
Our model: #199 overall (S21), 2 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Earl Little Jr - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #204 | Position Rank: S20
Our model: #193 overall (S18), 11 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Reggie Powers III - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #205 | Position Rank: S21
Our model: #218 overall (S23), 13 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Faletau Satuala - BYU
Consensus Rank: #206 | Position Rank: S22
Our model: #187 overall (S17), 19 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ian Foster - Memphis
Consensus Rank: #211 | Position Rank: S23
Our model: #223 overall (S26), 12 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Bryce Thornton - Florida
Consensus Rank: #218 | Position Rank: S24
Our model: #231 overall (S27), 13 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Jeremiah Cooper - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #232 | Position Rank: S25
Our model: #219 overall (S24), 13 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Terry Moore - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #233 | Position Rank: S26
Our model: #209 overall (S22), 24 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Davaughn Patterson - Wake Forest
Consensus Rank: #235 | Position Rank: S27
Our model: #234 overall (S28), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tao Johnson - UCLA
Consensus Rank: #237 | Position Rank: S28
Our model: #221 overall (S25), 16 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Marcus Ratcliffe - Texas A&M
Consensus Rank: #244 | Position Rank: S29
Our model: #243 overall (S29), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Antwan Peek Jr - Cincinnati
Consensus Rank: #253 | Position Rank: S30
Our model: #261 overall (S31), 8 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Qua Moss - Tennessee
Consensus Rank: #255 | Position Rank: S31
Our model: #278 overall (S32), 23 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Isaac Smith - Mississippi State
Consensus Rank: #257 | Position Rank: S32
Our model: #296 overall (S35), 39 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Matthew Bailey - Illinois
Consensus Rank: #262 | Position Rank: S33
Our model: #302 overall (S36), 40 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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KP Price - Boston College
Consensus Rank: #291 | Position Rank: S34
Our model: #321 overall (S37), 30 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Brendan Jordan - Texas Tech
Consensus Rank: #295 | Position Rank: S35
Our model: #375 overall (S40), 80 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ty Bryant - Kentucky
Consensus Rank: #308 | Position Rank: S36
Our model: #293 overall (S34), 15 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Lyrik Rawls - Arizona State
Consensus Rank: #321 | Position Rank: S37
Our model: #287 overall (S33), 34 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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King Mack - NC State
Consensus Rank: #330 | Position Rank: S38
Our model: #403 overall (S44), 73 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Khalil Barnes - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #355 | Position Rank: S39
Our model: #359 overall (S39), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Alex McLaughlin - Washington
Consensus Rank: #388 | Position Rank: S40
Our model: #258 overall (S30), 130 spots higher than consensus
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 #18 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
- NFL Mock Draft Simulator - Draft these safetys yourself