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The Nerds writing staff kicks off their annual Way Too Early Rookie Mock Draft, this time for the 2027 NFL Draft class. Join Doc Mitchell, Bobby Bishop, Jon Glosser, Mychal Warno, John Hammersmith, and Keith Ensminger as they reveal the top 12 prospects as it stands today, with the outlook of where the player is entering the season and expectations from each drafter on how the prospects may perform this season. With a full college football season still ahead, this mock is less about the ordering of names and more about identifying the prospects dynasty managers need to know for the 2027 rookie draft cycle.
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2027 SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft
1.01 | Jeremiah Smith | WR | Ohio State
Ht 6’3″ | Wt 223 lbs
Bobby Bishop: Jeremiah Smith is the most talented football player in the Draft. Nobody is ever a sure thing, but he’s as close as it gets. He’ll enter the year as an All-American, and he’ll be featured on every Heisman watch list. I highlighted him as the first overall selection in my Way Too Early 2027 NFL Mock Draft.
Truly, he only needs to stay healthy this season. Smith has put enough elite tape out there that a down year wouldn’t kill him. If there was an extension of his game, I would love to see more yards after the catch. Smith almost exclusively draws safety help to his side, which can make extra yards tough to come by.
1.02 | Arch Manning | QB | Texas
Ht 6’4″ | Wt 226 lbs
Keith Ensminger: Arch Manning arrived at Texas as a consensus five-star recruit lassoed with perhaps the most famous last name in NFL history. After patiently biding his time, despite pressure to transfer, he finally took over the saddle for the Longhorns as the full-time starter last season. Under immense national scrutiny, Manning had an up-and-down season, throwing for 3,163 yards and 26 touchdowns, also adding 10 rushing scores. While Manning, as you might guess, seems to have an advanced football IQ, his debut year was marked by mechanical inconsistencies and notable struggles when facing pressure from elite defenses.
Truth be told, Manning is not my QB1 in the 2027 NFL Draft rookie class. However, this is a mock draft and not a rankings Big Board, and given his name and pedigree, he is the safest bet of every player not named Jeremiah Smith to be an early draft pick. It will be crucial for him to prove he can consistently run a complete passing game to all areas of the field so Texas does not have to rely on a mostly lateral scheme to mask his flaws, as happened last season. The addition of Cam Coleman should certainly help. By addressing these unpolished areas of his game, he can show evaluators that he is more than a “nepo baby hire” who’s been projected to be highly-drafted since he was in diapers. Ultimately, I hope he delivers a dominant year for Texas, solidifying his trajectory as the likely first overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
1.03 | Ahmad Hardy | RB | Missouri
Ht 5’10” | Wt 206 lbs
Doc Mitchell: There were a couple of ways I could go here, but I ended up choosing my top early-season RB over my QB2 in the class. It’s really hard to win these days without a top-notch RB. Hardy is a consensus All-American who proved that his move from the Sun Belt Conference at Louisiana-Monroe to the SEC at Missouri wasn’t too big of a jump. His numbers moved up in every category including efficiency and total scoring.
Heading into 2026, I expect more of the same from Hardy. He will almost certainly be the focal point of the Tiger offense. Now he will need to get over a gunshot wound he suffered at a concert this past May, but all indications are that it shouldn’t be an issue. Hardy is a tackle-breaking machine and I believe he has an excellent chance at being the top RB taken in next year’s class.
1.04 | Dante Moore | QB | Oregon
Ht 6’3″ | Wt 206 lbs
Jon Glosser: I couldn’t pass on Dante Moore at the 1.04 in this mock draft. Moore entered last offseason with legitimate top-five NFL Draft buzz before opting to return to Oregon for one more year. That decision could pay off in a big way after he totaled 3,700 yards and 32 touchdowns last season. If he puts together another campaign like that, he’ll be right back in the mix as one of the first quarterbacks selected in the 2027 NFL Draft.
For dynasty managers, Moore checks every box you’re looking for in a future starting QB in Superflex formats. He returns to one of the nation’s most quarterback-friendly offenses and gets another season working with an elite supporting cast led by Dakorien Moore. Continuity in Oregon’s system under Dan Lanning should only help Moore continue to develop as both a passer and decision-maker. By this time next year, don’t be surprised if we are having the same conversation about his upside in 2027 Superflex rookie drafts.
1.05 | Cam Coleman | WR | Texas
Ht 6’3″ | Wt 201 lbs
John Hammersmith: Cam Coleman has displayed the traits of a future NFL receiver since he stepped on a college field. With his combination of size, body control, and natural playmaking ability, betting on the talent is usually a pretty good investment. This season, Coleman lands at Texas in an offense that should give him every opportunity to cash in on the potential.
I want to see Coleman stop teasing us with highlight catches, and start taking over football games in 2026. I want him to become the first read, the player defenses roll coverage toward, and the guy who finds a way to produce anyway. If he can do that, I think we’re looking at a future NFL WR1 with the kind of ceiling that wins fantasy championships.
1.06 | Kewan Lacy | RB | Ole Miss
Ht 5’11” | Wt 210 lbs
Mychal Warno: As a four-star recruit, Kewan Lacy signed with Missouri and ran for 104 yards as a freshman before transferring to Ole Miss. That proved to be a smart move as Lacy led the SEC with 24 rushing touchdowns in 2025. He finished the season with 1,567 rushing yards and established himself as a true bell cow back. Those numbers earned Lacy first-team All-American honors and first-team All-SEC honors.
In 2026, I see no reason why Lacy cannot reproduce his 2025 numbers. He has shown he can handle a legitimate workload with over 300 carries in 2025 while never missing a game. He has shown his ability as a pass catcher, and I expect that Lacy will be a second-round draft pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, with a chance to sneak into the first round.
1.07 | Ryan Coleman-Williams | WR | Alabama
Ht 6’0″ | Wt 182 lbs
Mychal Warno: In high school, Ryan Williams was named the Alabama Gatorade Football Player of the Year and the Alabama Mr. Football, becoming the first two-time Alabama Mr. Football winner and the first sophomore to win the award. As a five-star recruit, Williams reclassified from the 2025 recruiting class to the 2024 class. Williams took the college football world by storm as a 17-year-old true freshman, racking up 48 receptions, 865 receiving yards, and 8 touchdowns. However, in 2025, his numbers regressed to 49 catches, 689 yards, and 4 touchdowns, often being overshadowed by his teammate Germie Bernard.
Coming into the 2026 season, I look for Williams to return to his 2024 form. He is a vertical threat with elite acceleration, resulting in explosive plays. Speed is not his only trait, as he possesses a release package that allows him to win against press and off coverage. If he returns to his 2024 form, drafting him at the 1.07 will be the steal of this draft.
1.08 | Drew Mestemaker | QB | Oklahoma State
Ht 6’4″ | Wt 211 lbs
John Hammersmith: Drew Mestemaker is one of my favorite bets in this class. His path hasn’t been the traditional five-star story, and now he’ll get the chance to prove himself at Oklahoma State. The arm talent is obvious, and he’s shown he isn’t afraid to push the ball down the field, which is always a good place to start when projecting fantasy quarterbacks.
What I want to see now is how he handles the jump in competition. Can he speed up his processing, limit the mistakes, and still make the big-time throws that got everyone’s attention in the first place? If he answers those questions, I think he’ll climb draft boards in a hurry and give himself a real shot to become a long-term fantasy QB1. That’s exactly the kind of upside I’m looking for at 1.08.
1.09 | Bryant Wesco Jr. | WR | Clemson
Ht 6’2″ | Wt 190 lbs
Jon Glosser: Bryant Wesco, a former four-star recruit, broke out early at Clemson, posting over 700 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns as a true freshman. Through the first 8 games of 2025, Wesco recorded three 100-yard performances while averaging more than 17 yards per reception, flashing the big-play ability that has dynasty managers excited.
Unfortunately, his season was cut short by a serious spinal injury that leaves plenty of questions heading into 2026. The good news is that all reports surrounding his recovery have been positive, and Wesco is expected to be fully cleared. If he returns to form, his combination of size, speed, and vertical playmaking ability gives him one of the highest ceilings in this wide receiver class. There is certainly risk investing this early in a player coming off a major injury, but that’s exactly why Wesco could become one of the best values in 2027 dynasty rookie drafts.
1.10 | Jadan Baugh | RB | Florida
Ht 6’1″ | Wt 231 lbs
Doc Mitchell: This draft had a weird feel for me because in a SuperFlex league, I usually draft QB over every position, but here we are up a second time and I’m dipping back into the RB pool. Jadan Baugh chose to return to Gainesville despite contemplating the transfer portal. New HC Jon Sumrall made it a priority to bring back the dual-threat playmaker. Baugh contributed over 1,300 yards of offense, 33 grabs, and 10 scores.
Heading into 2026, Baugh looks to be the focal point of a rejuvenated Gators squad. His new head coach not only flew to recruit his top RB on Christmas Eve, he also helped Baugh secure a $1.2 million NIL deal. His past production and his hefty payday suggest he will get all the volume he can handle. He could potentially flirt with 300 total touches. His dual-threat skill set and excellent size mean that he should be a high end RB prospect in next year’s class.
1.11 | LaNorris Sellers | QB | South Carolina
Ht 6’3″ | Wt 240 lbs
Keith Ensminger: I’m going to go on the record now and say that, outside of Jeremiah Smith, no player in this draft class can match the dynasty fantasy football ceiling of LaNorris Sellers. As one of college football’s most physically imposing signal-callers, he earned SEC Freshman of the Year honors with a 3,200 all-purpose yard breakout performance in 2024. Last season, despite playing behind one of the worst offensive lines in college football, Sellers still managed to battle through adversity to put up decent numbers. He remained loyal to his home state South Carolina Gamecocks by staying put in Columbia amidst rampant transfer speculation. Perhaps the most worrying thing about projecting Sellers is that South Carolina didn’t do much in the offseason to improve, but I think NFL scouts are capable of seeing the forest for the trees.
What can Sellers do to warrant QB1 status in this rookie class? First, to be clear, this is not an Anthony Richardson situation where Sellers is all size but totally inept and inexperienced in the passing game. Sellers is a good thrower of the football, with a howitzer for an arm and one of the best deep balls in college football. However, he needs to improve his ball security and sharpen his accuracy more consistently on short-area throws. I also hope the coaching staff utilizes him more on the ground, a large part of his game that seemed to be dialed back last season. If Sellers proves that his elite physical tools can translate into sustained, high-level play, the sky is the limit.
1.12 | Isaac Brown | RB | Louisville
Ht 5’9″ | Wt 190 lbs
Bobby Bishop: A decade ago, teams may not have had Isaac Brown on their draft boards because he didn’t meet their size thresholds. The league has gotten smaller and faster since then, as more running backs are being successful at closer to 200 lbs than 220. Brown is coming off a monster season, averaging 8.8 yards per carry after 7.1 as a freshman. He’s explosive, able to break any touch for a house call. He’s also extremely elusive, averaging 5.33 yards after contact per attempt. The first guy is rarely going to bring him down.
I want to see Louisville involve Isaac Brown more in the pass game next year. As a freshman, Brown had 30 catches. Last year, he only had 13. I would love to see him get 3-5 targets per game in the passing game, utilized as a dump-off option. I think this would benefit the Louisville offense, but also Brown’s draft stock. At his stature, he needs to be an asset in the passing game to be successful in the NFL.
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