Chargers hold No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL draft as four teams lack first-rounders

The Los Angeles Chargers currently own the first overall selection in the 2027 NFL draft.

This standing results from the team's 0-8 record as the regular season enters its ninth week. The current draft order is based on team standings and previously agreed trade terms.

The Tennessee Titans and Miami Dolphins hold the second and third picks, respectively. Both teams have 1-7 records. Tennessee plans to use its selection on an edge rusher or cornerback. Miami is looking for a quarterback and offensive line depth.

The New York Jets possess the fourth and sixth selections. The fourth pick was acquired from the Indianapolis Colts. The Philadelphia Eagles hold the fifth pick with a 2-7 record. They prioritize interior offensive line and tight end. The Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers hold the seventh and eighth picks. Both teams, with records of 2-5-1 and 3-6, need defensive line and secondary help.

Four teams will not have a first-round pick in the 2027 draft. These teams are the Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, and Los Angeles Rams. They lost their selections through trades involving star players Micah Parsons, Sauce Gardner, Jeffery Simmons, and Myles Garrett. These franchises will rely on later rounds or the free agent market to fill roster gaps.

Picks 9 through 12 belong to the Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Houston Texans, and New Orleans Saints. These teams are addressing needs at quarterback, offensive line, and defensive backfield. The Carolina Panthers hold the 13th selection. They are focused on interior offensive line and tight end.

The New York Jets also hold the 14th pick via the Dallas Cowboys. This gives New York three first-round selections. The Las Vegas Raiders, Baltimore Ravens, and Cleveland Browns hold picks 15 through 17. The Browns need a quarterback and defensive back. They are targeting free agents Deshaun Watson and safety Ronnie Hickman.

The second half of the first round starts with the Seattle Seahawks at 18. They want an edge rusher and cornerback. The Cleveland Browns also hold the 19th pick via the Los Angeles Rams. This gives Cleveland two first-round selections. The New England Patriots hold the 20th pick. They need a safety and interior offensive line help.

The Dallas Cowboys hold the 21st selection via the Green Bay Packers. They target wide receiver and defensive line players. The New York Giants hold the 22nd pick with a 5-2-1 record. They need defensive and offensive line strength. The Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs hold the 23rd and 24th picks. The Chiefs seek a wide receiver and offensive tackle.

The final first-round selections belong to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Pittsburgh Steelers, Detroit Lions, Tennessee Titans, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills, and San Francisco 49ers. The Vikings and Bills, who played each other in Week 9, hold the 30th and 31st picks. The 49ers, with a 7-1 record, hold the 32nd and final selection. They are looking to add depth at edge rusher and offensive line.