NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in College Football Week 9 Recap

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 9 Recap.

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1. Emmanuel Oyebadejo, EDGE, Florida Gators

Florida had a tough game against Georgia, which they lost. The defenses battled tough, but the offense couldn’t keep up with the Bulldogs. Emmanuel Oyebadejo was part of the decent defensive performance for the Gators. He finished the game with two total tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss and one pass defended during the World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party (in Atlanta this year). 

Oyebadejo’s sack looked like it was on a blown blocking assignment, but he still got through traffic to make the play. His size and athleticism combined make his an intriguing prospect, but he is still very raw as a player, having come from England just a few years ago. Adding more pass rush moves and a full move to the inside could help his stock. He is currently projected to be a day-two pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. 

2. Chris Cole, LB, Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia’s defense had a great performance against Florida, holding them to just eight total points. Chris Cole has been all over the field this season and this game was no different. Cole finished the game with nine total tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss, one fumble recovery, and one touchdown against the Gators. 

Cole was able to display plenty of his talents in this game. He showed he can rush the passer, track down ball carriers and make impactful plays otherwise as well. With more playing time, he should be able to diagnose plays quicker, which can really improve how many plays he can make. He is currently projected to be a first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. 

3. Greg Johnson, IOL, Minnesota Golden Gophers

Minnesota scored late against Indiana, but gave up a late field goal to head to overtime against Indiana, where the Hoosiers eventually won. The offense only scored 16 points and had a tough time moving the ball against a great Indiana defense. Greg Johnson played well on the interior for the Golden Gophers.

Johnson made a nice block to spring Darius Taylor free for a big gain in one highlight, but played solid throughout. He is a good run blocker who can really move people. Continuing to stay balanced and keeping his pad level low can help him, but Johnson has played well enough to be a first- or second-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. 

4. KJ Duff, WR, Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Rutgers lost to Michigan in a game that was close, 28-21. To make matters worse, star receiver KJ Duff left the game with an injury. Duff was injured in the first quarter and didn’t record a catch. 

Duff has been excelling at using his great catch radius to haul in plenty of big plays. He can make contested catches and is a red zone threat. While his separation ability will be scrutinized, he is a good target receiver. There is no word on the extend of his injury yet, but if Duff is healthy, he has done enough to be a first-round pick this season. 

5. Reed Harris, WR, Arizona State Sun Devils

Arizona State played BYU close, but lost the game 27-20. The offense started freshman quarterback Jake Fette and he struggled to get on the same page as star receiver Reed Harris, who finished the game with one catch for four yards. 

Harris has been productive this season, even as the Sun Devils have had quarterback issues. It was a bad game, but Harris has really boosted his stock this season because of his size and speed. One bad game won’t hinder his draft stock. He is still projected to be a first- or second-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. 

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