Raiders land top edge rusher in latest 2027 NFL mock draft

The Las Vegas Raiders are projected to target Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons with the No. 6 overall pick in Bleacher Report’s latest 2027 NFL mock draft. The piece notes the team may have a surprise season in 2026, but expects a first-round, top-10 selection in 2027—potentially for a “franchise pillar.” Bleacher Report’s NFL Scouting Department points out the Raiders were close to trading Maxx Crosby this offseason, and argues that even with or without him next year, the defense could add another pass-rush threat. Simmons is described as highly productive and difficult to handle off the edge.