While the 2027 NFL Draft is still far off in the distance, players who will be drafted early are on the field now. Each week presents unique matchups for draft prospects and this week is no different. Here are NFL Draft prospects to watch in college football week 2.
Goosby has started two games in 2024 and then the full season in 2025. The left tackle has done a great job and was recognized as a First Team All-SEC selection for his play in 2025. He has protected Arch Manning’s blindside, which has led to some success, but more is expected this season. He will be tested against a former NFL defensive coordinator and a solid defensive line this week, as Ohio State goes to Austin to play the Longhorns.
At 6-foot-7 and 325 pounds, Goosby has good size for an NFL offensive tackle. He has good length as well, using it well. Goosby anchors well in pass protection, but is also fairly agile for his size. He can get to the second level as a run blocker as well. Goosby can work on seeing pressure faster this season, moving people in the run game and keeping his pad level down. He is projected to be a top 15 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Sayin was a Heisman finalist last season and is looking to build on that. He passed for 3,610 yards, 32 touchdowns and eight interceptions on 77 percent completion. Sayin led the Buckeyes to the CFP in his first year as a starter and will be expected to do more this season. He’ll have a chance to show his improvement against a good Texas defense in week 2.
He is a little undersized for an NFL quarterback, as he stands at 6-foot-1 and 208 pounds. Sayin also doesn’t have elite arm talent. What he does have is great mental processing and accuracy, specifically to the first two levels of the field. A good performance against Texas can help his draft stock in a draft class that is expected to have plenty of quality players at the position.
After Kyle Whittingham was named Michigan’s head coach, Daley followed. Daley started his career at BYU, then was coached by Whittingham at Utah. His 2025 season put him on the map, as he had 17.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks for the Utes. With Michigan’s offense struggling, Daley will need to make impact plays against Oklahoma to help his team and his stock.
At 6-foot-5 and 252 pounds, Daley has nice size for the position, although he can continue to fill out his frame to add strength. He has a good inside spin move to help and one year of great sack production. Daley is also solid against the run, setting the edge well and making plays behind the line of scrimmage. His length likely falls short of being great and his strength can be improved. He is also recovering from an Achilles injury. Daley is projected to be a day two pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Stone played a little bit in 2024, but really broke out in 2025. He finished the season with 42 total tackles, eight tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. Stone will lead an Oklahoma defense that should be one of the best in the country. He has the chance to have a big game on the national stage against Michigan in week 2.
He stands at 6-foot-3 and 315 pounds, giving him solid size for the interior defensive line. Stone has good burst at the snap and can attack gaps quickly. He sheds well, using his length to do so and has a good motor. While he can push the pocket, more can be added as a pash rusher to get him to the next level. Stone is currently projected to be a first round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Gadson joined Kentucky in 2023, but didn’t play much until 2025. When he got his chance, Gadson played well, as he totaled 28 total tackles, four tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks. He was a bright spot on a Kentucky team that struggled. In week 2, he will be hoping to help Kentucky pull off an upset over Alabama, in a game where he will be tested.
At 6-foot-5 and 303 pounds, Gadson has nice size for the position and should be able to add more strength to his frame if needed. He specifically excels at pass rushing. Gadson has a nice burst at the snap and his athleticism stands out. He has a nice rip move to aid him. Gadson will need to hold up better against the run and also play more snaps, as he didn’t play a ton in 2025. He is currently projected to be a day-two pick.
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