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2027 NFL Draft: Top QBs and Recruits Make Moves

1/17/2026

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Quarterbacks Eye 2027 Draft

Dante Moore (Oregon Ducks quarterback) remains in college, shifting focus to the 2027 NFL draft.
Arch Manning (Texas Longhorns quarterback) is projected as the top 2027 NFL prospect after a strong 2025 season.
Elijah Haven (five-star recruit) has narrowed his choices to Alabama, Georgia, Auburn, and Florida after a record-breaking season.
Sam Leavitt (former Arizona State quarterback) has transferred to LSU as a top returning quarterback.

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Darian Mensah Transfers

Darian Mensah, the Duke quarterback, is entering the NCAA Transfer Portal ahead of the deadline.
In 2025, he threw for 3,973 yards and 34 touchdowns, drawing interest from Miami.
The Miami Hurricanes aim to name him starting quarterback after Carson Beck's departure to the NFL.
Duke's contract with Mensah includes a revenue-sharing agreement worth up to $4 million, complicating the transfer.

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Historical Context

The NCAA established the Transfer Portal in 2019, allowing student-athletes to transfer schools more easily without sitting out a year. This change has led to over 1,000 football players entering the portal annually, impacting recruitment and team dynamics. As players like Darian Mensah and Sam Leavitt explore new opportunities, the trend signifies a shift in college football's landscape.

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Quarterbacks Eye 2027 Draft

Dante Moore (Oregon Ducks quarterback) remains in college, shifting focus to the 2027 NFL draft.
Arch Manning (Texas Longhorns quarterback) is projected as the top 2027 NFL prospect after a strong 2025 season.
Elijah Haven (five-star recruit) has narrowed his choices to Alabama, Georgia, Auburn, and Florida after a record-breaking season.
Sam Leavitt (former Arizona State quarterback) has transferred to LSU as a top returning quarterback.

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