Arch Manning, CJ Carr Rise on Mel Kiper's New 2027 NFL Draft Big Board Rankings
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Key Points:
- Quarterbacks CJ Carr (Notre Dame) and Arch Manning (Texas) have improved their positions in Mel Kiper Jr.'s latest 2027 NFL draft big board, with Carr rising from No. 8 to No. 4 and Manning from No. 24 to No. 22.
- Carr's strong performance, including a 29-of-40 passing for 319 yards and three touchdowns in Notre Dame's win over No. 1 Miami, has boosted his draft stock and made him a Heisman Trophy contender.
- Manning, despite some inconsistencies, has led Texas to a 7-2 record and three straight wins, showing potential but also being viewed as a high-risk, high-reward prospect.
- The 2027 draft features a deep quarterback class with seven QBs in Kiper's top 25, raising the possibility of a new record for most quarterbacks selected in the first round, potentially surpassing the current record of six.
- Oklahoma State's Drew Mestemaker remains a popular top quarterback choice at No. 2 overall, but no clear consensus exists on the best QB prospect for the 2027 draft.
