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Mestemaker Leads 2027 QB Class in Scout Poll
Oklahoma State quarterback receives majority support as top signal-caller for next year's draft
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Poll Results Show Clear Favorite
A midseason survey of 25 NFL scouts and executives found Oklahoma State's Drew Mestemaker as the top choice to be the first quarterback taken in the 2027 draft. He collected 17 votes. Notre Dame's CJ Carr received four votes, Miami's Darian Mensah picked up three, and Oregon's Dante Moore earned one.
Class Faces Lower Expectations
The quarterback group has lost some of its preseason luster after uneven play from several highly regarded prospects. Earlier projections for a deep and talented group have cooled, though multiple first-round selections remain likely due to team needs. Past draft cycles included six quarterbacks selected in the first round in 2024, followed by two each in 2025 and 2026.
Key Attributes and Recent Play
Mestemaker measures 6-foot-4 and 211 pounds and is viewed favorably for his arm strength and accuracy. He is projected to reach 27 career starts by the end of the 2026 season. His 317-yard, two-touchdown outing in a 39-31 win over Oregon highlighted his athleticism, including a 75-yard rushing score. Mensah stands at an 81.4 percent completion rate this season.
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