2027 NFL Draft Safety Rankings & Scouting Reports
Top S Prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft
The 2027 NFL Draft safety class features 1 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: #30 | Position Rank: S1
Our model: #30 overall (S1)
Projected: 1st Round (15-32)
Top comp: Zion Childress | Likely: Starter 40%
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Tae Johnson - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #46 | Position Rank: S2
Our model: #47 overall (S2), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Marcus Williams | Likely: Backup 40%
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Kingston Lopa - California
Consensus Rank: #59 | Position Rank: S3
Our model: #61 overall (S5), 2 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Likely: Backup 45%
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Ty Benefield - LSU
Consensus Rank: #61 | Position Rank: S4
Our model: #59 overall (S3), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: AJ Finley | Likely: Backup 55%
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Koi Perich - Oregon
Consensus Rank: #62 | Position Rank: S5
Our model: #60 overall (S4), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 2nd Round
Top comp: Morgan Burnett | Likely: Backup 45%
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Jelani McDonald - Texas
Consensus Rank: #65 | Position Rank: S6
Our model: #63 overall (S6), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Jordan Fuller | Likely: Backup 45%
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Jaylen McClain - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #73 | Position Rank: S7
Our model: #74 overall (S7), 1 spot lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Kamari Ramsey | Likely: Didn't stick 40%
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Jackson Bennee - Utah
Consensus Rank: #80 | Position Rank: S8
Our model: #90 overall (S9), 10 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Calen Bullock | Likely: Didn't stick 35%
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Bray Hubbard - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #90 | Position Rank: S9
Our model: #123 overall (S11), 33 spots lower than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
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Zach Lutmer - Iowa
Consensus Rank: #97 | Position Rank: S10
Our model: #85 overall (S8), 12 spots higher than consensus
Projected: 3rd Round
Top comp: Jaquan Brisker | Likely: Backup 40%
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Corey Myrick - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #119 | Position Rank: S11
Our model: #145 overall (S14), 26 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Marcus Allen | Likely: Backup 55%
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Luke Talich - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #132 | Position Rank: S12
Our model: #149 overall (S15), 17 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Likely: Backup 40%
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Peyton Bowen - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #138 | Position Rank: S13
Our model: #133 overall (S12), 5 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Joshuah Bledsoe | Likely: Didn't stick 40%
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Amare Ferrell - Indiana
Consensus Rank: #144 | Position Rank: S14
Our model: #102 overall (S10), 42 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Darian Thompson | Likely: Starter 45%
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Faletau Satuala - BYU
Consensus Rank: #156 | Position Rank: S15
Our model: #135 overall (S13), 21 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: JL Skinner | Likely: Backup 45%
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Adon Shuler - Notre Dame
Consensus Rank: #171 | Position Rank: S16
Our model: #167 overall (S16), 4 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jevon Holland | Likely: Didn't stick 35%
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Dashawn Spears - LSU
Consensus Rank: #187 | Position Rank: S17
Our model: #184 overall (S17), 3 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Xavier Nwankpa | Likely: Didn't stick 50%
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Ja'Marley Riddle - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #217 | Position Rank: S18
Our model: #211 overall (S18), 6 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Kapena Gushiken | Likely: Starter 50%
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Jerome Carter III - Clemson
Consensus Rank: #222 | Position Rank: S19
Our model: #231 overall (S20), 9 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tawfiq Byard - Texas A&M
Consensus Rank: #227 | Position Rank: S20
Our model: #238 overall (S23), 11 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Antonio Johnson | Likely: Backup 50%
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Isaac Smith - Mississippi State
Consensus Rank: #242 | Position Rank: S21
Our model: #241 overall (S24), 1 spot higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Larry Asante | Likely: Backup 55%
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Khalil Barnes - Georgia
Consensus Rank: #243 | Position Rank: S22
Our model: #247 overall (S25), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: R.J. Mickens | Likely: Starter 35%
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Chris Bracy - Michigan
Consensus Rank: #248 | Position Rank: S23
Our model: #257 overall (S27), 9 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Earl Little Jr - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #251 | Position Rank: S24
Our model: #233 overall (S21), 18 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Beau Brade | Likely: Backup 40%
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Alex McLaughlin - Washington
Consensus Rank: #257 | Position Rank: S25
Our model: #220 overall (S19), 37 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Wydett Williams Jr. | Likely: Starter 45%
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Braden Awls - Iowa State
Consensus Rank: #262 | Position Rank: S26
Our model: #237 overall (S22), 25 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Marvin White | Likely: Starter 55%
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Robert Fitzgerald - Northwestern
Consensus Rank: #263 | Position Rank: S27
Our model: #248 overall (S26), 15 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Bryce Thornton - Florida
Consensus Rank: #272 | Position Rank: S28
Our model: #276 overall (S30), 4 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Daniel Thomas | Likely: Backup 50%
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Reggie Powers III - Oklahoma
Consensus Rank: #284 | Position Rank: S29
Our model: #304 overall (S31), 20 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Ty Bryant - Kentucky
Consensus Rank: #291 | Position Rank: S30
Our model: #268 overall (S28), 23 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Tre Boston | Likely: Backup 40%
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Keon Sabb - Alabama
Consensus Rank: #292 | Position Rank: S31
Our model: #353 overall (S34), 61 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jaylinn Hawkins | Likely: Backup 40%
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Marcus Neal Jr - Penn State
Consensus Rank: #322 | Position Rank: S32
Our model: #305 overall (S32), 17 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Jamien Sherwood | Likely: Backup 50%
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Jamel Johnson - TCU
Consensus Rank: #358 | Position Rank: S33
Our model: #269 overall (S29), 89 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Bralyn Lux | Likely: Backup 50%
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Edwin Joseph - Ole Miss
Consensus Rank: #365 | Position Rank: S34
Our model: #363 overall (S36), 2 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Terry Moore - Ohio State
Consensus Rank: #378 | Position Rank: S35
Our model: no rank yet, consensus only
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Rod Moore - Michigan
Consensus Rank: #389 | Position Rank: S36
Our model: #401 overall (S40), 12 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Ambry Thomas | Likely: Backup 45%
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Tao Johnson - UCLA
Consensus Rank: #396 | Position Rank: S37
Our model: #413 overall (S41), 17 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
Top comp: Brock Vereen | Likely: Backup 55%
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Cruce Brookins - Pittsburgh
Consensus Rank: #413 | Position Rank: S38
Our model: #427 overall (S43), 14 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Tamarcus Cooley - LSU
Consensus Rank: #414 | Position Rank: S39
Our model: #315 overall (S33), 99 spots higher than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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Matthew Bailey - Illinois
Consensus Rank: #421 | Position Rank: S40
Our model: #430 overall (S44), 9 spots lower than consensus
Projected: Mid-Late Round
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2027 Safety Class Analysis
Safety depth is exceptional with 1 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 #30 overall in our big board.
How many Ss will go in the first round in 2026?
Projections suggest 1 safety 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 1 potential first-rounders and strong developmental prospects in the middle rounds.
Related Draft Resources
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