Who leads the early odds for No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft
The early odds for the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft favor Texas quarterback Arch Manning at 27%, with several other QBs close behind. Dante Moore, CJ Carr, and Julian Sayin are emerging as top contenders, while non-quarterbacks Jeremiah Smith and Leonard Moore also appear in the mix. The 2026 college season will be crucial in shaping draft order. Currently, the class is viewed as quarterback-heavy but features standout talent across positions.
- ▪Arch Manning is the early favorite to go No. 1 overall in the 2027 NFL Draft with 27% odds, playing quarterback for Texas.
- ▪Dante Moore, CJ Carr, and Julian Sayin are all in the next tier with 10–11% odds, each showing strong potential to rise with improved performance.
- ▪Jeremiah Smith, a wide receiver from Ohio State, and Leonard Moore, a cornerback from Notre Dame, are the top non-quarterback prospects with 9% odds each.
- ▪The 2026 college football season will be pivotal in determining draft positioning, as current odds are based on early evaluations and prior performance.
- ▪Jeremiah Smith is compared to a young Julio Jones due to his size, production, and elite potential as a wide receiver.
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