Preseason 2027 NFL mock draft: Will Arch Manning or Dante Moore emerge as QB1?

Key Points:

• The 2027 NFL Draft class is projected to be strong, especially at quarterback, with top prospects like Arch Manning (Texas) and Dante Moore (Oregon) leading the pack. Both quarterbacks have remaining college eligibility and may not declare early.
• The Arizona Cardinals are projected to have the first overall pick and are expected to select Arch Manning, while the Miami Dolphins may choose Dante Moore at No. 2, reflecting their low projected win totals for 2026.
• Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith from Ohio State is a top prospect expected to go third overall to the Cleveland Browns, highlighting the potential for elite skill position players beyond quarterbacks.
• Several teams, including the New York Jets, have multiple first-round picks, positioning them as potential trade-up candidates to acquire top talent in this deep draft class.
• Other notable prospects include Leonard Moore (CB, Notre Dame), Dylan Stewart (edge, South Carolina), and Trey’Dez Green (TE, LSU), indicating a wide variety of high-impact players across multiple positions projected to be selected in the first round.