Arch Manning, Dante Moore Not Among Mel Kiper’s Top 5 QBs in 2027 Draft Class

Arch Manning and Dante Moore, once expected to be the top two selections in the 2027 NFL draft, have seen their draft positions drop significantly. ESPN's Mel Kiper, a renowned draft analyst, has released his 2027 draft board, ranking Manning at No. 6 and Moore outside the top 10. While Manning is still considered a top-25 player due to his skill set, Kiper cites his inconsistency, particularly in accuracy and decision-making, as the main concern.

Manning has shown flashes of brilliance with his mobility, arm strength, and ability to make throws while running, but his unpredictable performance makes him a difficult evaluation. Moore's drop in the rankings is primarily due to a concussion he sustained against USC, rather than his on-field performance. Despite his solid numbers of 69.7% completion rate, 926 yards, nine touchdowns, and zero interceptions in four appearances, Kiper believes Moore must demonstrate his ability to perform under pressure against top-tier competition.

If Moore can return from injury and continue his strong play, he could still be a potential top-15 pick in April.