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 5.
Lauck joined Iowa and then played three games in 2024 for his first action. He stepped into the starting lineup in 2025, earning Third Team All-Big Ten honors for his play. Lauck returned at left tackle for the 2026 season and has played well to start the season. He will be tested in Week 5 against a talented Ohio State defensive front.
At 6-foot-5 and 314 pounds, Lauck has ok size for an NFL offensive tackle. He has limited length and can struggle vs. speed rushers. Lauck also can improve his ability to move people in the run game. He has been great as a pass blocker, moving his feet smoothly and also seeing pressure and picking it up well. Lauck also has good hand placement and timing. He is currently projected to be a day two pick in 2027 NFL Draft.
Siereveld joined Ohio State in 2023 and did not play. He started in seven games during the 2024 national championship season for the Buckeyes. Last season, he played left tackle for Ohio State all season long, but this season he moved to right tackle; he has also played inside during his career. This week, Siereveld will be going up against a good Iowa defense and will be tasked with helping get the running game going.
He has decent size for an NFL interior offensive lineman at 6-foot-5 and 325 pounds. His lack of length and struggles with speed rushers mean he will be a better fit on the inside at the next level. He has a good anchor and heavy hands. Siereveld is patient and sees the field clearly. While he isn’t the best athlete for a tackle, he should have decent movement skills for the interior. He is projected to be a day two pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Jones joined Mississippi State in 2023, but really started playing in 2024 when he had 29 total tackles and one pass defended. He broke out as a star in 2025, as he had 34 total tackles, two interceptions and 11 passes defended. So far this season, he has 14 total tackles and six passes defended. In Week 5, Jones will be tasked with slowing down Alabama’s passing attack.
At 6-foot-4 and 195 pounds, Jones has a great frame for the position and he can continue filling out his frame. With his frame comes great length, which he uses well. He has solid speed and ball skills, as he attacks the catch point so well. At times he can struggle to mirror receivers in man coverage, but his length and speed can help him recover. He is currently projected to be a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Pierre played a little bit for Alabama in 2024, but stepped things up in 2025. He registered 52 total tackles, 14.3 tackles for loss and eight sacks in 2025. So far in 2026, Pierre has racked up 14 total tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. He will need to get pressure on Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor to aid his team in winning.
He has an ok frame at 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds, but needs to continue to fill it out. Pierre has good burst at the snap and can get around the edge because of his speed and flexibility. In addition to gaining strength, he can improve his run defense and add to his pass rush moves to improve his stock. He is currently projected to be a first- or second-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Hampton joined Clemson in 2024 and started playing immediately. He registered five passes defended and two interceptions as a freshman. In 2025, his sophomore campaign, he had nine passes defended and one interception. Through four games this season, Hampton has seven passes defended and one interception. Hampton will be going up against a Miami passing connection of Darian Mensah and Malachi Toney that has been on fire to start the season.
At 6-foot-2 and 200 pounds, Hampton has solid size for an NFL corner. He has good length as well. His ball skills show up not just in the box score, but on tape too, as he attacks the football well. He has good speed and is also willing against the run. Hampton can improve his route recognition, his eyes in zone coverage and refine his footwork to improve his stock. He is currently projected to be a first- or second-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.
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