The 2027 NFL Draft is expected to feature a much stronger quarterback group than the 2026 class. PFF’s Big Board currently lists Julian Sayin, Dante Moore, Arch Manning, and Drew Mestemaker within the top 32, with additional quarterbacks such as CJ Carr, Sam Leavitt, and Darian Mensah in the top 75. Several other prospects could become first-round candidates with strong seasons, including Jayden Maiava, Trinidad Chambliss, LaNorris Sellers, CJ Bailey, Josh Hoover, Nico Iamaleava, and DJ Lagway. The Bears do not need a quarterback, but they could target a late-round backup if they trade Tyson Bagent for draft capital. QB-needy teams may also reach for quarterbacks, potentially affecting market dynamics.
"As of right now, PFF has four QBs in the top 32 of the 2027 Big Board - Julian Sayin (#2, Ohio State), Dante Moore (#3, Oregon), Arch Manning (#6, Texas), and Drew Mestemaker (#29, Oklahoma State). Beyond the top 32, we see CJ Carr (#38, Notre Dame), Sam Leavitt (#52, LSU), and Darian Mensah (#69, Miami) round out the top 75."
"That list doesn't cover it all, though. With really good seasons, we could easily see Jayden Maiava (USC), Trinidad Chambliss (Ole Miss), LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina), CJ Bailey NC State), Josh Hoover (Indiana), Nico Iamaleava (UCLA), or DJ Lagway (Baylor) be 1st Round candidates."
"Now, obviously, we know that the Bears don't need a quarterback. Could they be in the market for a late-round backup option in next year's draft if they were to move Tyson Bagent for draft capital? Sure. But we're the lucky ones who get to watch Caleb Williams lead our team onto the gridiron every Sunday, and that's unlikely to change any time soon."
"However, we know that when the draft rolls around, QB-needy teams aren't afraid to reach for a quarterback they think could be their guy or sell the"
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