Way-Too-Early 2027 NFL Mock Draft! (Ep. 2012)

May 7, 2026

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The FantasyPros Tailgate hosts Seth Wolkow, Scott Bogman, and Corey "CK" Piper present a way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft, using Hard Rock Bet season win totals to set the order (e.g., Cardinals at No. 1 with 4.5 over/under). They view this class as far stronger than 2026's, especially at quarterback, with multiple high-upside arms amid loaded supporting casts. Picks prioritize best player available (BPA) against team needs like QB stability, pass rush, and secondary help, while noting player traits, stats, injury caveats, and college situations.

Top Picks: Quarterbacks Dominate Amid Elite Receivers and Edges

The top four showcase QB and premium talent runs. Bogman starts with Arch Manning (Texas QB) to Arizona, citing his Manning pedigree, athleticism (27-30 projected starts), late-season surge (fewer picks after early mechanical issues), and fit with Sarkisian's play-calling plus weapons like Cam Coleman and Ryan Wingo. CK sends Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State WR) to Miami at No. 2 as the draft's most talented player—massive frame, body control, elite release, Hall of Fame comps like Andre/Keenan Allen—despite needing refinement; BPA over QB given recent additions like Malik Willis. Seth picks Sam Leavitt (LSU QB) for the Jets at 3, highlighting his Big 12 freshman honors (2,800+ yards, 24 TD, 6 INT), mobility (400+ rush yards), and Kiffin-coached weapons like Jo

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What you'll learn

1 (01:05) **Intro and Mock Draft Setup** - Hosts Seth Walckow, Scott Bogman, and CK Piper introduce the way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock using Hard Rock Bet win totals for order.
2 (04:18) **No. 1: Arch Manning to Cardinals** - Texas QB as BPA and franchise face with elite tools despite early INTs.
3 (06:36) **No. 2: Jeremiah Smith to Dolphins** - Ohio State WR as top talent over QBs, compared to HOFers like Andre Johnson.
4 (08:52) **No. 3: Sam Levitt to Jets** - Colorado State-to-LSU QB underrated with mobility, processing, Kiffin coaching.
5 (11:17) **No. 4: Colin Simmons to Raiders** - Texas EDGE like Von Miller with instincts, speed off edge.
6 (12:52) **No. 5: Dante Moore to Browns** - Oregon QB with quick release, arm talent despite cold weather/fumble concerns.
7 (16:02) **No. 6: Dylan Stewart to Titans** - South Carolina EDGE top pass rusher despite injury, pairs with Falk.

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Show Notes

Join Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and guest Corey Pieper as they take part in a very early 2027 NFL Mock Draft!

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Intro - 0:00:00

Arch Manning - 0:03:00

Jeremiah Smith - 0:05:34

Sam Leavitt - 0:07:47

Colin Simmons - 0:09:47

Dante Moore - 0:11:49

Dylan Stewart - 0:14:58

LaNorris Sellers - 0:16:24

Julian Sayin - 0:18:49

Pristine Auction - 0:20:50

Cam Coleman - 0:22:00

Leonard Moore - 0:24:14

David Stone - 0:26:37

Ellis Robinson - 0:28:47

Darian Mensah - 0:30:14

Jamari Johnson - 0:33:41

Jordan Seaton - 0:35:42

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Koi Perich - 0:48:03

KJ Bolden - 0:50:00

Cayden Green - 0:51:35

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Hard Rock Bet - 0:57:25

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