ESPN’s Jordan Reid Ranks Top 15 Quarterbacks for 2027 NFL Draft

The 2027 NFL draft quarterback class is taking shape as ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid evaluates the top 15 passers in the nation. League circles have discussed the group’s depth for months, and scouts are closely examining prospects as the college football season progresses ahead of Round 1 in April in Washington, D.C.

Drew Mestemaker leads Oklahoma State after a rapid rise

Drew Mestemaker enters the 2027 rankings in the top spot following an unusual path. He transitioned from high school safety and punter to walk-on quarterback at North Texas, where he finished the 2025 season as the FBS leader with 4,379 passing yards. After following coach Eric Morris to Oklahoma State, Mestemaker has thrown for 1,271 yards, 11 touchdowns, and five interceptions through his first four games of the 2025 season. An AFC area scout evaluated his progression for ESPN by stating: Wild backstory and he has a little bit of an awkward release, but I see the vision. Outside of the Oregon game, he hasn’t really played anyone, so I’m hoping we get to see him play in some meaningful football in the coming months. Scouts note his well-above-average arm strength and aggressive downfield style.

Emil Mensah commands Miami offense with high completion rate

Emil Mensah has started fast at Miami after spending time at Tulane from 2023 to 2024 and Duke in 2025. Through five games, Mensah has recorded 1,438 passing yards and 15 touchdowns without throwing an interception. His 85.9% adjusted completion percentage leads the nation, anchored by smooth mechanics and high-level red-zone efficiency. However, an NFC scouting director told ESPN he doubted his drive velocity on tight-window throws, noting: The arm’s OK, not great, and when he really has to drive it, he literally has to put his whole body into it. We like him, but I don’t think his arm is that strong when he has to actually put pace behind it.

Jadyn Chambliss brings dual-threat energy to the SEC

Jadyn Chambliss moved from Division II Ferris State to the SEC in 2025, operating as an electrifying playmaker with a compact release. An NFC assistant GM praised his play style for ESPN, saying: I’ve seen him play live multiple times now, and you just hold your breath every single time because he throws strike after strike. He’s smaller and won’t be for everyone that has a need there, but he’s one that makes you think really hard about making an exception to your normal rules in the draft room. Official measurements listed Chambliss at 5-foot-11 7/8 and 208 pounds in the spring, while his age—turning 25 before next season—presents an additional evaluation factor for teams.

CJ Carr runs Notre Dame offense with veteran awareness

CJ Carr anchors the Notre Dame offense with 1,197 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and one interception through five games. An AFC area scout highlighted his mental processing for ESPN, stating: I think he’s the most NFL-ready from an awareness and processing standpoint. He’s really smart, and the coaches there have basically given him full control at the line to do anything that he wants. While his underneath accuracy and protection adjustments earn high marks, evaluators continue to monitor his velocity when forced to throw outside the pocket.

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