2026 NFL Draft: QB Shortage, 2027 Class Boom

0:00It's April 22nd. Welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. NFL teams desperate for a franchise quarterback face a thin-picking situation in the 2026 draft. After Heisman winner, Fernando Mendoza, projected as the top pick to the Raiders, there's a sharp drop-off. Guys like Alabama's Ty Simpson might sneak into Round 1, but most scouts don't see franchise types in Carson Beck, or Garrett Nussmeyer. That changes big time looking ahead to 2027, which could be one of the deepest QB classes in years. Texas star Archmanning lit it up late last season with over 3,000 passing yards, 26 touchdowns through the air, nearly 400. Rushing yards, and 10 scores on the ground. He skipped this year to chase that top spot next draft. Manning's not solo. Oregon's Dante Moore Ohio states Julian Sain, South Carolina's Lenora Sellers, and others like Miami's Darian Mensa were. First round caliber if entering now.

1:02Teams missing Manning could still grab elite arms high up. The Jets stand out with three first rounders in 2027, giving them prime position. This shadow over 2026 means squads needing QBs might pass on Simpson, opting to wait for the real deal. Expect teams like the Cardinals, Browns, and Saints to trade down, stacking 2027 picks to boost their odds. Bottom line, 2027 picks just got way more valuable, shaking up every trade talk and draft board this year.