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Now that a few weeks of college football are officially in the books, it’s time for a fresh 3-round 2027 Superflex and Tight End Premium Mock Draft. The 2027 draft landscape is changing as quickly as fall leaves. Our summer scouting collides with autumn reality, and early-season performances are delivering shakeups across our rankings. Our Dynasty Nerds Mock Draft Team not only will highlight players who have risen and fallen, but we’ll also take an early look at ideal landing spots on NFL rosters.
Putting our early-season analysis and updated board rankings to the test in the mock are six of our sharpest Dynasty Nerds Analysts: Taylor Christianson, Bobby Bishop, Mychal Warno, Doc Mitchell, Steven Pintado, and myself, Keith Ensminger. We’ll take you through three rounds of college prospects. Who do you agree with? What surprises you?
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2027 SuperFlex TEP Rookie Mock Draft
Format: 12-team Superflex, Tight End Premium (TEP), 3 rounds
Round 1 | 2027 Superflex TEP Rookie Mock Draft
| Pick | Player | Pos. | School | Drafter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.01 | Jeremiah Smith | WR | Ohio State | Taylor Christianson |
| 1.02 | Jadan Baugh | RB | Florida | Bobby Bishop |
| 1.03 | Kewan Lacy | RB | Ole Miss | Mychal Warno |
| 1.04 | Arch Manning | QB | Texas | Keith Ensminger |
| 1.05 | Darian Mensah | QB | Miami | Doc Mitchell |
| 1.06 | Julian Sayin | QB | Ohio State | Steven Pintado |
| 1.07 | Trinidad Chambliss | QB | Ole Miss | Taylor Christianson |
| 1.08 | Dante Moore | QB | Oregon | Bobby Bishop |
| 1.09 | Cam Coleman | WR | Texas | Mychal Warno |
| 1.10 | Jamari Johnson | TE | Oregon | Keith Ensminger |
| 1.11 | Charlie Becker | WR | Indiana | Doc Mitchell |
| 1.12 | Jayden Maiava | QB | USC | Steven Pintado |
1.01 | Jeremiah Smith | WR | Ohio State | 6’3” | 223 lbs
Taylor Christianson
This is my first chance to write about Jeremiah Smith for the season. We know by now that he has the football skills, physical profile, and college production to be the top overall pick in rookie drafts. However, I’d argue Smith is worth drafting as the 1.01 in dynasty startups. Hear me out: Besides Josh Allen, the QBs and RBs drafted in the first two rounds of SF startups are in constant flux. A lot of the same names, but much more volatility in stock from season to season. We’ve seen the top WRs remain in the first round for several years, even through major injuries.
Jeremiah Smith is going to be the best player for contenders and rebuilders for a long time. If I’m parking my dynasty value somewhere, it’s going to be on the elite young WR drawing comps to Calvin Johnson and Julio Jones. If the 2027 QB class doesn’t improve between now and April, there’s a great chance Smith goes 1.01 overall and that team finds a QB in free agency or through a trade. Smith will be the unquestioned focal point of his offense wherever he goes.
1.02 | Jadan Baugh | RB | Florida | 6’1” | 227 lbs
Bobby Bishop
Jadan Baugh finally was bottled up against Missouri for the first time this season. Until that point, he’s been one of the biggest risers of the season. He is a powerful yet elusive back who can run you over or make you miss. Baugh has made his case all season to be the RB1 in the 2027 NFL Draft.
I think Baugh could be successful in any scheme, but I think the Washington Commanders would especially love to add Baugh to their roster. He would immediately step in as the best running back on the team, and he would take pressure off of Jayden Daniels. A successful run game could jumpstart this offense and—combined with a healthy Jayden Daniels—get the Commanders offense back to its elite 2024 level.
1.03 | Kewan Lacy | RB | Ole Miss | 5’11” | 200 lbs
Mychal Warno
Kewan Lacy started his college career with the Missouri Tigers before transferring to Ole Miss. In his first season at Ole Miss in 2025, Lacy had one of the best rushing seasons in program history, setting single-season school records with 306 carries, 1,564 yards and 24 touchdowns. Lacy has dealt with some injuries early in the 2026 season so far, but has not fallen down my draft board. Ole Miss suffered a noticeable offensive drop-off without Lacy in the lineup, becoming a one-dimensional offense.
Lacy has a well-rounded skillset that will translate well at the next level. Lacy probably is no longer in first round contention, but is easily an early-second round draft choice. Lacy’s ability to operate between the tackles while also getting outside makes him fairly scheme-flexible. He isn’t a back who needs every run to be a specific type of outside-zone play. I could see Lacy fitting well in the Tennessee Titans offense with 29-year-old Tony Pollard’s contract expiring and Tyjae Spears’ rookie contract also concluding.
1.04 | Arch Manning | QB | Texas | 6’4” | 225 lbs
Keith Ensminger
Who else? It’s October, and I feel like we still have more questions than answers when it comes to the quarterbacks in this class. With that said, Arch Manning has arguably the biggest win of the early season under his belt in the comeback win against Ohio State, and he’s played well enough to warrant being the first quarterback taken here.
Now, what to say about his landing spot? When I see NFL Draft experts mocking Arch to places like New York, I have to scratch my head. We’ve been down this road before! I’m old enough to remember Peyton spurning the Jets in 1997 and Eli forcing his way out of a career with the Chargers in 2004. I’m starting to worry that Arch’s landing spot in 2027 is going to be back in Texas with the Longhorns. That said, what if Arch stays in Texas but with the Houston Texans? CJ Stroud’s contract situation makes you wonder if the Texans are ready to move on with their dreadful start to the 2026 season. Manning would instantly provide the nearly 25-year-old franchise with the star power it has historically lacked.
1.05 | Darian Mensah | QB | Miami | 6’3” | 200 lbs
Doc Mitchell
Darian Mensah has been one of my biggest risers throughout the early part of the college football season. He is a well-traveled young man at this point in his career. He began his journey at Tulane, where he helped lead the Green Wave to a berth in the AAC Championship Game. Following his extremely successful Freshman year, he transferred to Duke, where he was more than up to the challenge in the ACC, leading the Blue Devils to their first outright ACC title in decades. He has since taken his talents to South Beach, where he is off to a blistering start to the season with 14 TDs and 0 INTs.
Mensah is tall and slender with a fantastic arm. He reminds me an awful lot of current Packers QB Jordan Love. Given the landscape in the NFL, there will be a number of teams at the top half of the draft who would love to draft this fantastic prospect. I think that Green is his color, and he will continue to rock that as a member of the New York Jets, where he can learn from Geno Smith and be eased in the starting lineup of a squad that suddenly has a nice complement of weapons across the unit.
1.06 | Julian Sayin | QB | Ohio State | 6’1” | 195 lbs
Steven Pintado
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin continues to be overlooked among the top quarterbacks in the 2027 class. He currently has the second-best QB rating in the nation while ranking inside the top 15 in both passing yards and touchdowns. What stands out most with Sayin is his accuracy and ability to fit the football into tight windows. He has a quick release, throws with good timing, and is comfortable operating from the pocket. Pressure can still give him problems at times, as we saw against Texas, but he has the tools to develop into a successful NFL quarterback.
The Los Angeles Chargers would be an interesting landing spot if they ever made the massive decision to move on from Justin Herbert while keeping Mike McDaniel. Sayin’s quick release, accuracy, and timing could fit that offense nicely. A more realistic option could be the Arizona Cardinals if they end up picking around the top 10. Sayin’s leadership and accuracy could make him an intriguing option for a team that already has offensive playmakers in place.
1.07 | Trinidad Chambliss | QB | Ole Miss | 6’0” | 205 lbs
Taylor Christianson
Trinidad Chambliss is going to test a lot of people’s golden rule. He’s not going to be six-feet tall, but he is the most electric QB in this class. If there’s one minute left in the game and your team needs a TD, Chambliss is the guy you want at the helm. He’s fearless and physically gifted outside of his overall frame. NFL GMs will have a hard time saying no if he continues on his trajectory.
Given the past history of the franchises expected to be drafting in the 5-15 range, I’d consider Chambliss a prime candidate for the Cleveland Browns. Regardless of their hot start and Deshaun Watson’s temporary moment in the sun, Cleveland will likely be selecting in the first half of the Draft and could be interested in pairing Chambliss’ skillset with Head Coach Todd Monken. (Even if Watson were to start the 2027 season.)
1.08 | Dante Moore | QB | Oregon | 6’3” | 210 lbs
Bobby Bishop
I’m certain Dante Moore would have been the 2nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the New York Jets last year. Instead, he returned to school, and it hasn’t been great. He was on the receiving end of a horrible late hit in the game against USC which resulted in a concussion. Even before that, Moore hadn’t reached a new level like I had hoped. Still, he’s in discussions to be the QB1 in this upcoming draft.
I think he would be the best fit for a team that needs a QB to come in and start right away. With 3 1st Round picks, the Jets would be a great landing spot for him. They have weapons all around the field and even his former tight end, Kenyon Sadiq. I think they could plug Moore into that offense, and he would help the Jets win some ball games.
1.09 | Cam Coleman | WR | Texas | 6’3” | 180 lbs
Mychal Warno
At the 1.09, I was thrilled to be able to select Cam Coleman who remains my WR2 in this draft class. While others are starting to move Charlie Becker up their draft boards, I am going to hold strong with Cam Coleman. At 6’3’’, Coleman has the ability to be a team’s X receiver with elite length, a large catch radius, and long-strider vertical speed.
I still view Coleman as a potential top 10 NFL Draft pick in the upcoming draft. A team like the Los Angeles Chargers would be a good fit for Coleman as he could be the X receiver and move Ladd McConkey back into more of a complementary role for the Chargers.
1.10 | Jamari Johnson | TE | Oregon | 6’5” | 255 lbs
Keith Ensminger
Despite an early-season injury, Jamari Johnson has looked the part when he’s on the field for the Oregon Ducks. At 6’5” and 255 pounds, Johnson has the prototypical tight end size we like to see, but it’s combined with fluid route-running and elite run-after-catch skills. He is a high-volume target over the middle of the field and a lethal red-zone mismatch. If you like what you’ve seen from Kenyon Sadiq in New York, that’s what Johnson can provide for an NFL team. And if Sadiq was drafted in the middle of the first round of the NFL Draft, so can Johnson.
Looking at the current NFL Draft order, I’m eyeing up the teams who currently pick in the middle of the first round. Who makes the most sense and has a need for an athletic mismatch at tight end? Darren Waller is having a career resurgence with the Carolina Panthers, but he’s 34 years old and on an expiring one-year deal. The Panthers could use another dynamic pass catcher. Let’s pair Jamari Johnson with Panthers’ Head Coach Dave Canales and watch Sir Purr get excited.
1.11 | Charlie Becker | WR | Indiana | 6’4” | 207 lbs
Doc Mitchell
Charlie Becker is a player that has soared up my draft board this season. He is quickly becoming my 2nd favorite WR in the class. He is tall and muscular with blazing speed. He makes excellent use of his 6’4”, 207 lb frame and track speed. He has been clocked at over 22 mph this season. He is averaging at least a TD a game and close to 100 yards as well. He is the sizzle in the defending National Champion’s passing game. This past week he torched Rutgers to the tune of 8 grabs for 107 yards and a pair of TDs.
Becker has all the look of an early 1st-round pick. I think he would be an amazing addition to the Las Vegas Raiders, where he could pair with his former QB Fernando Mendoza and give the Silver and Black some size and speed on the perimeter to go along with Brock Bowers. The Raiders are off to a hot start, but I would expect them to cool down a bit and settle into the upper-middle half of the draft where they could snag this talented WR.
1.12 | Jayden Maiava | QB | USC | 6’4” | 220 lbs
Steven Pintado
Jayden Maiava is another quarterback who isn’t getting the same attention as some of the other top names in this class. Maiava has the prototypical size NFL teams look for at the position and pairs it with a cannon for an arm. He currently ranks inside the top 10 in passing yards, touchdowns, and QB rating. The recent Oregon game may cool some of the hype, but it shouldn’t erase what Maiava has accomplished. He’s also working with two freshmen leading his receiving corps, putting even more responsibility on his shoulders to carry the offense.
Maiava would be an interesting fit for the Pittsburgh Steelers, an organization that has traditionally valued quarterbacks capable of pushing the ball downfield. With Aaron Rodgers in his final season and Will Howard and Drew Allar still needing to prove they can be long-term answers, Pittsburgh could be looking for another option. Pairing Maiava’s arm strength with a downfield weapon like DK Metcalf would give the Steelers an intriguing combination.
Round 2 | 2027 Superflex TEP Rookie Mock Draft
| Pick | Player | Pos. | School | Drafter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.01 | CJ Carr | QB | Notre Dame | Taylor Christianson |
| 2.02 | Drew Mestemaker | QB | Oklahoma State | Bobby Bishop |
| 2.03 | KJ Duff | WR | Rutgers | Mychal Warno |
| 2.04 | Justice Haynes | RB | Georgia Tech | Keith Ensminger |
| 2.05 | Ryan Coleman-Williams | WR | Alabama | Doc Mitchell |
| 2.06 | Fluff Bothwell | RB | Mississippi State | Steven Pintado |
| 2.07 | Nate Frazier | RB | Georgia | Taylor Christianson |
| 2.08 | Ahmad Hardy | RB | Missouri | Bobby Bishop |
| 2.09 | Mark Fletcher Jr. | RB | Miami | Mychal Warno |
| 2.10 | Reed Harris | WR | Arizona State | Keith Ensminger |
| 2.11 | Nick Marsh | WR | Indiana | Doc Mitchell |
| 2.12 | Trey’Dez Green | TE | LSU | Steven Pintado |
2.01 | CJ Carr | QB | Notre Dame | 6’2” | 195 lbs
Taylor Christianson
Don’t look now, but CJ Carr has Notre Dame rolling its way through the college schedule. While his stats aren’t as flashy as the names mentioned in the first round, Carr is one of the favorites to win the Heisman and could still finish as the QB1 in this class. He’s not the prototype we dream of for fantasy football, but he could operate an NFL offense the same way Brock Purdy does.
Given the wide range of outcomes for Carr, it’s hard to say if he’s likely to go in the early first to a QB-needy team or near the back half to a team that can wait. This early in the game, I’d like to see Carr land with the Minnesota Vikings. He has the brain power to work a Kevin O’Connell offense (assuming he’s still there) along with the touch and anticipation necessary to feed Justin Jefferson 150 well-placed targets.
2.02 | Drew Mestemaker | QB | Oklahoma State | 6’4” | 211 lbs
Bobby Bishop
After a bad Week 1 against Tulsa, Drew Mestemaker has led Oklahoma State to a 3-game win streak, including an upset win over Oregon. Mestemaker has flashes of the best arm talent in the draft, layering throws at an NFL level. Unfortunately, he also makes pretty bad decisions at times. Mestemaker reminds me of a less athletic Josh Allen coming out of Wyoming.
I think his ideal landing spot is one that allows Mestemaker to sit and learn for a year. I think Miami or Arizona would be interesting, letting him sit behind Malik Willis or Jacoby Brissett for a bit and learn without failing. Mestemaker has interesting upside, and his tools are currently keeping him in the QB1 conversation.
2.03 | KJ Duff | WR | Rutgers | 6’6” | 225 lbs
Mychal Warno
At 6’6’’ 225 lbs, KJ Duff is a massive mismatch when he lines up on the football field. Duff is having a fantastic junior season at Rutgers leading the nation in contested catches, but this production is not new. In 2025, Duff had 60 receptions for 1,084 receiving yards, and 7 touchdowns and is on pace to shatter those totals in 2026. Duff has become one of my fastest-climbing prospects in the 2027 rookie class
Right now, I think Duff has the chance to be an early Day 2, but I would not be shocked to see him sneak into the back half of the first round of the NFL Draft. Teams like the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs are some teams I would look for at the back end of the first round that would be a good scheme fit for Duff.
2.04 | Justice Haynes | RB | Georgia Tech | 5’11” | 210 lbs
Keith Ensminger
Everyone can keep sleeping on Justice Haynes. Not me! After a slow start, Justice Haynes has picked it up for Georgia Tech, and he has re-established himself as one of the premier running backs in college football. With explosive burst and elite contact balance, Haynes can break tackles and generate yards after contact. More importantly, he is consistently involved in the passing game and has the true three-down skillset that we covet as dynasty managers.
The Minnesota Vikings would represent a fantastic landing spot for Haynes. Matching his physical, downhill running style with Head Coach Kevin O’Connell’s scheme would give Minnesota a versatile lead back capable of playing “between the twenties” while also dominating goal-line touches. The Vikings’ running back room is devoid of talent. Aaron Jones soon turns 32 and is on an expiring deal. Whoever ends up taking over the backfield in Minnesota is going to see their stock rise.
2.05 | Ryan Coleman-Williams | WR | Alabama | 6’0” | 165 lbs
Doc Mitchell
This pick perfectly highlights the depth of the incredible draft class. Just a few short years ago, there was an argument to be made about whether or not Coleman-Williams was the best WR in the class. At this point, we know that he isn’t the top of the class, but he is still an extremely talented playmaker. Through 5 games, he is averaging almost 20 yards per catch and has almost equaled last season’s TD total. He found the endzone again against Mississippi State in the Crimson Tide’s big win.
At this point in the game, I am not sure if he will be a late 1st-round or early 2nd-round NFL prospect. He reminds me of former Eagles great DeSean Jackson. He brings big-play ability to the field on every snap but is a little slender in his frame. I believe he would be an ideal fit for a playoff-caliber team looking to add some sizzle to their lineup. Adding him to a roster like the Seattle Seahawks would give them a combination not unlike the Detroit Lions, where JSN is the alpha like Amon Ra St. Brown, and Coleman-Williams can provide the big-play boost like his fellow Crimson Tide alum Jameson Williams.
2.06 | Fluff Bothwell | RB | Mississippi State | 5’10” | 230 lbs
Steven Pintado
Prior to the season, I didn’t see Fluff Bothwell featured much, but he has quickly become one of my biggest risers. Through the first quarter of the season, Bothwell ranks inside the top 20 nationally in both carries and rushing yards. He has proven he can handle a workhorse role for Mississippi State while also showing improvement as a receiver. He’s on pace to set career highs in receptions and receiving yards compared to his previous two seasons, adding another element to his profile.
The Houston Texans could be an excellent landing spot for Bothwell because of their gap-heavy rushing attack, a scheme in which he has thrived. If Houston eventually looks for a new option in its backfield, Bothwell has the size and running style to handle a significant workload. He could give the Texans the type of physical workhorse they’ve been searching for in recent seasons.
2.07 | Nate Frazier | RB | Georgia | 5’10” | 205 lbs
Taylor Christianson
The Georgia Bulldogs are climbing toward the No. 1 spot and have a chance to prove themselves against Alabama in Week 6. Nate Frazier has been the epitome of a bulldog, getting his pads squared up to violently attack the line of scrimmage and break through any openings he can create. While Frazier hasn’t had the volume necessary to put up truly eye-popping stats, he’s been efficient at 8.1 yards/rush and has a nose for the end zone with 5 touchdowns on the season.
It remains to be seen if Frazier can take 25 carries a game, but I can see him being highly effective at the NFL level, even as a two-down back. Nate Frazier is a solid Day 2 prospect with early Day 2 potential. The Houston Texans are currently picking top 3 in the NFL Draft, but I expect them to slip closer to the middle of the pack. If that’s the case, I could see the Texans falling in love with Frazier’s running style to spell David Montgomery.
2.08 | Ahmad Hardy | RB | Missouri | 5’10” | 205 lbs
Bobby Bishop
Ahmad Hardy has yet to play in 2026, due to an offseason injury received in a shooting. His status for the 2027 NFL Draft is definitely coming into question. He has fallen so much, but I think could rise up the ranks quickly if he’s able to return to the field and prove his health before the end of the season. He was my top running back entering the season.
At the moment, I think Hardy would be a perfect fit on the Green Bay Packers. Obviously the Josh Jacobs situation is still up in the air, but they clearly need to add to their running back room this offseason. They’ve had the worst rushing attack in the league this season. Someone like a healthy Ahmad Hardy could make this offense two-dimensional again.
2.09 | Mark Fletcher, Jr. | RB | Miami | 6’2” | 225 lbs
Mychal Warno
Mark Fletcher is the kind of back that I tend to gravitate towards. At 6’2’ 225 lbs, he is a big physical running back. In fact, if Fletcher would have come out last year, he would have probably been my RB3 behind Jeremiyah Love and Jonah Coleman. His 2025 season was his breakout season seeing 216 carries for 1,192 yards, and 14 total touchdowns. However, he returned to Miami for his senior season and it could have hurt his draft stock as this is a much deeper class at running back.
Fletcher has the chance to be a late Day 2 pick, but is more likely to be an early Day 3 pick. We will get to see a lot more of Fletcher late in the college season which could help his draft stock as the Miami Hurricanes will be in the hunt to return to the National Championship. I would like to see him with the Cincinnati Bengals as the potential replacement to Chase Brown if Cincinnati doesn’t address the position earlier in the draft. I feel very happy with being able to grab Fletcher at 2.09.
2.10 | Reed Harris | WR | Arizona State | 6’5” | 217 lbs
Keith Ensminger
If you’re an East Coast Dad like me, you don’t often get to stay awake long enough to watch Reed Harris on Saturday night with the Arizona State Sun Devils. However, competing for touches in a talented receiving corps, Harris has been making noise as one of the premier big-bodied vertical threats in the country. Standing 6’5”, Harris uses his massive frame and ability to high-point the ball to dominate opposing defensive backs. Dane Brugler thinks Harris has the potential to be taken in the first round of the NFL Draft.
Would it be cliche of me to say Harris would be a great fit for a contending team drafting late in the first round like the Kansas City Chiefs? Pairing a towering 6’5″ boundary weapon with Patrick Mahomes would give Kansas City a true red-zone box-out threat to complement their speed on the inside, unlocking a missing dimension in their passing attack, especially if and when Travis Kelce retires this offseason.
2.11 | Nick Marsh | WR | Indiana | 6’3” | 209 lbs
Doc Mitchell
What can I say, I like the Hoosiers’ offensive weapons. Nick Marsh was brought in as a transfer out of Michigan State to fill the role vacated by the departed Omar Cooper. He has had a really nice start to the season. He has put up some highlight-worthy material and looks to be establishing himself as an early Day-2 pick in the upcoming NFL draft. He brings a physical versatility to play inside and outside at the next level. Just like his teammate Becker, Marsh scorched the Scarlet Knights for 7 catches for 120 yards and a score.
I think that Marsh would be an excellent addition to the Washington Commanders, who could pair his size and physicality with Antonio Williams, giving Jayden Daniels an extremely versatile pair of pass-catchers to grow into the future with. Washington needs to address the offensive line in the 1st round, but adding a player like this to replace an aging Stefon Diggs would be a win for the organization.
2.12 | Trey’Dez Green | TE | LSU | 6’7” | 225 lbs
Steven Pintado
LSU tight end Trey’Dez Green continues to put up impressive numbers and has recorded at least one 20-yard reception in every game he’s played this season. At 6’7″, Green is a massive mismatch who has the athleticism to create problems for defenders. He has shown impressive receiving ability, particularly when attacking the football in contested situations. Green continues to rise up my rankings and has moved ahead of Oregon’s Jermaine Johnson for me. His combination of size and athleticism gives him the potential to become one of the true unicorn prospects of the 2027 class.
The Miami Dolphins could be an interesting landing spot if Green makes it into the second round of the NFL Draft. Miami could use a major upgrade at tight end, especially if the organization also adds talent at wide receiver or quarterback. Green would immediately give that offense a massive target over the middle of the field and in the red zone.
Round 3 | 2027 Superflex TEP Rookie Mock Draft
| Pick | Player | Pos. | School | Drafter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.01 | Brendan Sorsby | QB | Cincinnati | Taylor Christianson |
| 3.02 | Ryan Wingo | WR | Texas | Bobby Bishop |
| 3.03 | Daylan “Hollywood” Smothers | RB | Texas | Mychal Warno |
| 3.04 | LaNorris Sellers | QB | South Carolina | Keith Ensminger |
| 3.05 | LJ Martin | RB | BYU | Doc Mitchell |
| 3.06 | Carlos Hernandez | WR | Wake Forest | Steven Pintado |
| 3.07 | Nico Iamaleava | QB | UCLA | Taylor Christianson |
| 3.08 | Anthony Evans III | WR | Mississippi State | Bobby Bishop |
| 3.09 | Bryant Wesco Jr. | WR | Clemson | Mychal Warno |
| 3.10 | Duce Robinson | WR | Florida State | Keith Ensminger |
| 3.11 | Deuce Alexander | WR | Ole Miss | Doc Mitchell |
| 3.12 | Omarion Miller | WR | Arizona State | Steven Pintado |
3.01 | Brendan Sorsby | QB | Cincinnati | 6’3” | 228 lbs
Taylor Christianson
This is a SuperFlex mock draft and as of this publication, Brendan Sorsby is planning to enter the 2027 NFL Draft. He isn’t playing football this year due to his loss of eligibility from his gambling addiction. Sorsby is said to be spending the season working with private coaches to prepare for the NFL Combine and Senior Bowl. He didn’t look polished during his last season, but Sorsby has a lot of the physical tools that can translate to fantasy success.
Unless Sorsby blows the roof off in Indy, he’s unlikely to go before Day 3. But that’s not due to his talent, so if he does get an opportunity to sit and learn before getting a few starts, he could be a diamond in the rough. Teams willing to take a chance on him at that price could be plentiful. I could see Sorsby going to a team like the Detroit Lions as an expected backup to a veteran starter.
3.02 | Ryan Wingo | WR | Texas | 6’1” | 210 lbs
Bobby Bishop
Ryan Wingo is an extremely fast receiver who has actually outproduced his teammate Cam Coleman so far this season. I think Coleman is more talented and both have disappointed at moments, but Wingo’s athletic profile still oozes upside at this point in the draft. I think Wingo could run in the 4.3 range and be a massive combine riser.
Many NFL teams could use a game breaker with Wingo’s speed, but I think the Carolina Panthers are especially missing out on someone with this profile. They have tried to fill their Z role with Xavier Legette and Chris Brazzell II, but neither have worked out so far. A deep threat like Wingo would take the top off the defense and allow Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker to have more space underneath.
3.03 | Daylan “Hollywood” Smothers | RB | Texas | 5’11” | 196 lbs
Mychal Warno
Daylan “ Hollywood” Smothers burst onto the college scene during his Junior campaign at North Carolina State. Smothers rushed for 939 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. Smothers initially committed to Alabama but later flipped his commitment and transferred to Texas. Smothers has spent his Junior season splitting the backfield with fellow transfer Raleek Brown
Smothers is a shifty playmaker with exceptional burst and a “second gear” to exploit small running lanes. Smothers is an exceptional pass catcher, even though his pass catching has not been utilized to the fullest at Texas. Smothers is a good complimentary back and I would love to see him land in an offense that can maximize his pass catching abilities. I would love to see the New Orleans Saints add Smothers as the eventual Alvin Kamara replacement.
3.04 | LaNorris Sellers | QB | South Carolina | 6’3” | 240 lbs
Keith Ensminger
LaNorris Sellers, I just can’t quit you. What’s happening in South Carolina to Sellers’ career is borderline criminal negligence, but that’s an article for another day. Sellers is unfortunately a faller for me, but the fact remains that he has a freight-train of a frame and a howitzer for an arm. With little else to turn to on a team lacking offensive talent, the coaching staff has finally allowed Sellers to showcase his rushing ability. It’s more-than-likely that Sellers hits the transfer portal and returns to college for one final season.
Should he make a move for the NFL, he’s now just a late day 2 lottery ticket, at best. Which NFL team could take a chance on a player like Sellers? If the Cleveland Browns continue winning, they’ll slide out of contention for one of the top signal callers in this class. Instead, they could take a player like Sellers later in the draft to come in and get coached up by leading NFL Coach of the Year candidate (you heard it here first!) Todd Monken. Sellers does a lot of things that Monken likes in his quarterbacks, and a mid-round quarterback would give the Browns a cheap rookie contract to continue building around much like the Saints are doing with Tyler Shough.
3.05 | LJ Martin | RB | BYU | 6’2” | 225 lbs
Doc Mitchell
LJ Martin is a name that constantly goes under the radar when analysts talk about the 2027 class. The BYU stud was in the conversation to be the second RB in last year’s class before deciding to return to Provo for one more season. He was the 2025 Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year and has picked right up in 2026 where he left off, averaging almost 8 ypc and a TD per game. In addition to his big physical frame at 6’2”, 225 lbs, he also has a soft pair of hands, reeling in over 30 passes last season. He got dinged up against TCU, but hopefully it isn’t too serious because the Cougars’ offense took a noticeable downturn in his absence. He was able to return to the sideline even if he couldn’t get back into the game.
Martin is a hammer of a RB. He would be an excellent fit for a team like the Green Bay Packers sometime on Day 2 of the upcoming draft. No matter how things play out this season for Josh Jacobs, the writing is on the wall for the Green and Gold. Next season the talented RB will be 29, and they need some new blood in that RB room. Martin is built for outdoor games in the NFC North.
3.06 | Carlos Hernandez | WR | Wake Forest | 6’0” | 192 lbs
Steven Pintado
Carlos Hernandez is another receiver rising up my rankings after a strong start to the 2026 season. He’s on pace to shatter his 2025 production and currently ranks fifth nationally in receiving yards. Hernandez has also produced against quality competition, putting together strong performances against top-25 opponents Miami and Louisville. His speed and yards-after-catch ability are his biggest strengths, and Wake Forest is at its best when it gets him the football in space and allows him to use that explosiveness. He’s a name I’ll be watching closely throughout the rest of the season and into the draft process.
The New England Patriots could be a strong fit for Hernandez. New England could use another explosive threat from the slot, and Hernandez would bring a different dimension to the offense with his speed and ability after the catch. Adding that type of playmaker could help inject more explosiveness into a passing attack that could use another dynamic weapon.
3.07 | Nico Iamaleava | QB | UCLA | 6’5” | 215 lbs
Taylor Christianson
You’ve probably heard, but the 2027 quarterback class is loaded with talent. There are three or four tiers of QBs ahead of Nico Iamaleava, but only a handful have the fantasy upside he does. Iamaleava is a true dual-threat quarterback who can get it done through the air, but can be penciled in for several carries a game.
Despite his athletic profile, Iamaleava is likely an early Day 3 selection. He’s still inaccurate at times and he may rub NFL teams the wrong way if he’s as staunch in his Draft process as he was with his recruiting in college. I could see the Washington Commanders drafting Iamaleava to back up Jayden Daniels, but he could get a real shot at a long-term job if he lands with a team like the Indianapolis Colts.
3.08 | Anthony Evans III | WR | Mississippi State | 5’11” | 190 lbs
Bobby Bishop
One of the highest rising receivers this season, people are just catching on to Anthony Evans III. He reminds me of Tyreek Hill when I watch his tape, just a ridiculous acceleration speed. It seems like he’s already full speed at his first step. Evans has been the most productive receiver in the SEC thus far this season.
I think Evans can truly fit any scheme. He can play in the slot or outside and can be moved around in more of a gadget role. You just want to get the ball in his hands. The New York Giants have a void at WR2 opposite Malik Nabers. The Miami Dolphins would also be an interesting landing spot. If Evans continues to rise, he may even elicit Round 1 draft capital.
3.09 | Bryant Wesco Jr. | WR | Clemson | 6’2” | 195 lbs
Mychal Warno
Coming out of Midlothian, Texas, Bryant Wesco Jr. was a former four-star recruit and a consensus top-35 national recruit. As a true freshman, Wesco posted over 700 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns across 12 games. Those numbers earned him Freshman All-American honors. Wesco was well on his way to a successful sophomore season recording three 100-yard games through his first 8 games until a spinal contusion on a punt return against SMU in Week 8 ended his 2025 season. His season ended with 31 catches for 537 yards and a team-high six touchdowns. At 6’2’’, Wesco is excellent at deep ball tracking and has effortless deep speed.
Wesco’s 2026 season has been a little disappointing but so has Clemson. Currently, I believe Wesco will be an early Day 3 pick in the NFL Draft. I would love to see Wesco land on the San Francisco 49ers or Seattle Seahawks where he would not be asked to be the team’s no. 1 option, but a reliable complementary piece.
3.10 | Duce Robinson | WR | Florida State | 6’6” | 230 lbs
Keith Ensminger
After a transfer from USC and a breakout 2025 season, Duce Robinson came into the 2026 season with high expectations, but a quiet start in the train wreck that is the Florida State Seminoles’ offense has cooled his draft stock. As the saying goes, you can’t coach size, and at 6’6”, his rare size-to-talent ratio remains undeniable. A breakout game earlier this season against Alabama opened more than a few eyes, but the lows remain low. Outside of that Alabama game, he’s averaging barely more than 2 receptions per game.
After losing Michael Pittman this offseason, and with the continued injury woes for Alec Pierce, the Indianapolis Colts’ roster is full of smaller receivers who navigate mostly near the line of scrimmage. Robinson’s unique physical toolkit would give Daniel Jones some help down the field, winning physical battles against single coverage. Robinson might not be a player dynasty managers will be able to trust week-to-week in lineups. He very likely could be the classic receiver who is better for his NFL team than our fantasy rosters.
3.11 | Deuce Alexander | WR | Ole Miss | 6’0” | 180 lbs
Doc Mitchell
This class is loaded with skill position talent across the board. Deuce Alexander has gone nuclear in 2026, expanding on his career-best year last season. Through the first 4 games of the year, he is averaging well over 100 yards and a TD per game. He blistered the Gators’ secondary in the Rebels’ last game to the tune of 7 catches for 134 yards and a TD.
Alexander is a speed demon. He will need this at the next level as he brings a bit of a slight frame to the dance at only 6’0”, 180 lbs. I think that he would be an amazing early 2nd-round selection for the Arizona Cardinals, where he could pair with Jeremiah Love, Michael Wilson, and Trey McBride, giving a 1st-round QB an embarrassment of riches at the skill positions. The Marvin Harrison Jr. experiment seems to have fizzled out, and Alexander could provide a big-play dynamic.
3.12 | Omarion Miller | WR | Arizona State | 6’2” | 215 lbs
Steven Pintado
My one faller among these selections is Omarion Miller out of Arizona State. I had several players I considered with this final pick, but Miller made the list largely because of the value I placed on him entering the season. Unfortunately, he hasn’t consistently produced the explosive plays I expected. Part of that has been Arizona State limiting him to more underneath opportunities instead of allowing him to attack defenses downfield. The bigger concern is that fellow receiver Reed Harris has started to outshine him. There’s still plenty of season left for Miller to turn things around, but for now, he has fallen down my rankings.
The Los Angeles Chargers could be a team willing to take a chance on Miller in the third or fourth round. His physical style would give their receiving corps something different, especially if Quentin Johnston and Trey Harris fail to establish themselves as long-term answers. Miller still has the physical tools to develop into a valuable NFL receiver if he lands in an offense willing to maximize his strengths.
Conclusion
Early-season rankings can feel like hot takes, but football is a volatile sport in more ways than one. Tracking these prospects as the college football season unfolds can give you a competitive edge over your league mates. Be sure to keep a close eye on these risers and fallers, and of course, stay connected here with Dynasty Nerds all season long for updates, breakdowns, and more mock drafts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the top quarterback in the 2027 dynasty rookie class?
Arch Manning was the first quarterback selected in this mock draft at 1.04, but the 2027 quarterback class remains unsettled. Darian Mensah, Julian Sayin, Trinidad Chambliss, Dante Moore, Jayden Maiava, and CJ Carr are also among the quarterbacks pushing for early-round dynasty value.
Who is the RB1 in the 2027 rookie class?
Jadan Baugh was selected as the RB1 at 1.02 in this mock draft, just ahead of Kewan Lacy at 1.03. Baugh has emerged as one of the biggest risers of the 2026 college football season because of his combination of power, elusiveness, and three-down upside.
Which players are rising the most in the 2027 rookie class?
Several prospects have significantly improved their dynasty stock early in the 2026 season. Darian Mensah, Charlie Becker, KJ Duff, Fluff Bothwell, Anthony Evans III, and Deuce Alexander are among the biggest risers featured in this three-round rookie mock draft.
How does Tight End Premium affect the 2027 rookie mock draft?
Tight End Premium scoring increases the value of high-upside tight ends compared to standard dynasty formats. Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson was selected at 1.10 in this mock, while LSU’s Trey’Dez Green went at 2.12. Both have the size and receiving upside to become valuable fantasy assets if they earn strong NFL Draft capital.
Who are the dynasty sleepers in the 2027 rookie class?
Some of the more intriguing dynasty sleepers in this mock include Brendan Sorsby, Carlos Hernandez, Anthony Evans III, Bryant Wesco Jr., Duce Robinson, and Deuce Alexander. Their current rookie draft cost is lower than the top prospects in the class, but each has traits, production, or potential NFL Draft capital that could allow them to rise significantly before 2027 rookie drafts.
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