2027 UFL DRAFT

The 2027 UFL Draft is set for Wednesday, November 18, at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri. Rounds 1 and 2 will air live on NFL Network beginning at 8 p.m. ET. Day 2 of the 2027 UFL Draft will feature Rounds 3-15, as all eight teams continue building their rosters with the next wave of talent.

 

 

The United Football League will bring all eight head coaches together to conduct its 2027 UFL Draft on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026 at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri. The event, delivering an all-access look at the decisions behind who will be the newest additions to the eight teams across the league, will be free and open to the public. The first two rounds of the UFL Draft will be presented live on NFL Network beginning at 8 p.m. ET, and will also be available on the ESPN App for Unlimited plan subscribers.

2027 UFL DRAFT DETAILS

The 2027 UFL Draft will consist of 15 total rounds with the first two rounds, featuring 16 marquee selections televised during the one-hour live special airing on NFL Network at 8 p.m. The Columbus Aviators hold the first overall pick in the draft, with the selection order determined by the reverse of the 2026 UFL standings. Colorado, Dallas, and Rhode Island will rotate their draft position based on tie-breakers as they finished with the same final record. Each team will have three minutes to make each of their selections during the televised portion of the draft.

Pick #

Round 1

Round 2

1

Columbus Aviators

Columbus Aviators

2

Colorado

Rhode Island

3

Rhode Island

Dallas Renegades

4

Dallas Renegades

Colorado

5

St. Louis Battlehawks

St. Louis Battlehawks

6

Orlando Storm

Orlando Storm

7

DC Defenders

DC Defenders

8

Louisville Kings

Louisville Kings

2027 UFL DRAFT NEWS

Three Draft Priorities for the Defending Champs

The defending champion Louisville Kings look to build on their inaugural title run, with three key areas to address heading into the 2027 UFL Draft.

Who is Eligible?

Eligible players include rookies from the 2026 NFL Draft, along with players from the 2023, 2024, and 2025 NFL Draft classes who have been on an NFL roster since June 13, 2026. The pool features a mix of young talent looking to continue their professional careers and players seeking an opportunity to make their mark in the UFL. 

TOP QUARTERBACKS

Diego Pavia

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 31: Diego Pavia #2 of the Vanderbilt Commodores throws a pass during the ReliaQuest Bowl against the Iowa Hawkeyes on December 31, 2025 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida

The 2025 Heisman Trophy runner-up accounted for 39 touchdowns in his final Vanderbilt season and brings an electric dual-threat playing style, competitive edge and major name recognition to the UFL.

Adrian Martinez

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JUNE 16: Adrian Martinez #9 of the Birmingham Stallions runs against the San Antonio Brahmas during the fourth quarter of the UFL Championship Game at The Dome at America’s Center on June 16, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri

The 2024 UFL MVP and Championship Game MVP with Birmingham brings proven spring-football success and dynamic dual-threat ability.

Blake Shapen

COLUMBIA, MO - NOVEMBER 15: Mississippi State Bulldogs quarterback Blake Shapen (2) looks to pass from the pocket in the second quarter of an SEC football game between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and Missouri Tigers on November 15, 2025 at Memorial Sta

A former Baylor starter, Shapen offers experience in a spread offense and the ability to make throws from the pocket.

Jacob Clark

LAWRENCE, KS - SEPTEMBER 01: Missouri State Bears quarterback Jacob Clark (12) throws a pass in the first half of a college football game between the Missouri State Bears and Kansas Jayhawks on Sep 1, 2023 at David Booth Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, KS

At 6-foot-5, Clark offers an intriguing combination of size, pocket presence and experience at multiple collegiate levels.

Carter Bradley

RALEIGH, NC - NOVEMBER 04: North Carolina State Wolfpack defensive end Bradley Chubb (9) enters the field before the game between the Clemson Tigers and the NC State Wolfpack on November 04, 2017 at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, NC

The son of former NFL head coach Gus Bradley, Carter is a Jacksonville native with professional quarterback experience.

TOP RUNNING BACKS

Jamal Haynes

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 22:  Georgia Tech running back Jamal Haynes (1) runs with the ball after a reception during the college football game between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on November 22nd, 2025 at Bobby Dodd Stadium i

A former receiver who transitioned into the backfield, Haynes finished among Georgia Tech's top 10 career rushers.

Jordan Mims

BOISE, ID - DECEMBER 03: Fresno State Bulldogs running back Jordan Mims (7) rushes with the football during a college football game between the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Boise State Broncos on December 3, 2022, at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, ID

A physical, reliable runner with good contact balance and receiving ability, Mims has navigated six NFL organizations.

TOP WIDE RECEIVERS

Tru Edwards

INGLEWOOD, CA - AUGUST 27: Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Tru Edwards (16) catches the ball for a gain during the NFL preseason game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Los Angeles Rams on August 27, 2026 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA

The son of former Louisiana Tech star Troy Edwards, Tru combines strong ball skills, size and an increasingly polished route-running game.

Rashad Rochelle

PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 19:  Rutgers Scarlet Knights wide receiver Rashad Rochelle (18) runs during the college football game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Penn State Nittany Lions on November 19, 2022 at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jer

Rochelle offers size and physicality at receiver after developing through two different collegiate programs.

Xavier Weaver

BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 09: Colorado wide receiver Xavier Weaver (10) catches a pass ahead of Nebraska defensive back Malcolm Hartzog (13) during the home opener game between the Colorado Buffaloes and the the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday, September 9

Weaver is an experienced receiver with Power Four experience and the versatility to contribute from multiple alignments.

Devonte Ross

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA - SEPTEMBER 27: Penn State Nittany Lions Wide Receiver Devonte Ross (5) runs with the ball for a touchdown during the second half of the College Football game between the Oregon Ducks and the Penn State Nittany Lions on September 27, 2

Ross brings a speed element to the position after producing at Troy before finishing his college career at Penn State.

TOP TIGHT ENDS

Tanner McLachlan

TEMPE, AZ - NOVEMBER 25:  Arizona Wildcats tight end Tanner McLachlan (84) runs the ball during the college football game between the Arizona Wildcats and the Arizona State Sun Devils on November 25, 2023 at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe, Arizona

The Canadian standout walked on at Arizona and broke Rob Gronkowski's school record for career tight end receptions.

Jaheim Bell

CHESTNUT HILL, MA - SEPTEMBER 16: Florida State Seminoles tight end Jaheim Bell (6) before a game between the Boston College Eagles and the Florida State Seminoles on September 16, 2023, at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Bell is a versatile offensive weapon who can contribute as an underneath receiver and physical blocker.

TOP OFFENSIVE LINEMAN

Izavion Miller

COLLEGE STATION, TX - SEPTEMBER 23: Auburn Tigers offensive lineman Izavion Miller (72) prepares to pass block during the football game between the Auburn Tigers and Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on September 23, 2023, in College Station, Texas

Miller's combination of quickness, balance and sustained run-blocking ability earned him the highest first scout grade among eligible offensive linemen.

Dalton Wagner

At 6-foot-8, Wagner brings tremendous size, length and experience at right tackle.

Malaesala Aumavae-Laulu

ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 03: Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Malaesala Aumavae-Laulu (71) during the game between the Oregon Ducks and the Georgia Bulldogs on September 3, 2022 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia

The former sixth-round NFL draft pick is a massive offensive lineman who can generate movement at the point of attack.

Karsen Barnhart

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 02: Michigan Wolverines offensive lineman Karsen Barnhart (52) looks to the sidelines during the Big 10 Championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and Iowa Hawkeyes on December 2, 2023, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapol

A national champion with the Wolverines, Barnhart is a technically sound blocker with experience against top Big Ten competition.

Nick Broeker

OXFORD, MS - NOVEMBER 12: Mississippi Rebels offensive lineman Nick Broeker (64) blocks during a college football game against the Alabama Crimson Tide on November 12, 2022 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi

Broeker is an athletic blocker with active hands, good lateral movement and a particularly aggressive approach in the run game.

TOP DEFENSIVE LINEMAN

Brodric Martin

BLOOMINGTON, IN - SEPTEMBER 17: Defensive Line Graduate Assistant Raekwon Bethea helps off Western Kentucky DT Brodric Martin (99) during a college football game between the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers and Indiana Hoosiers on September 17, 2022 at Memori

The former third-round pick stands 6-foot-5 and 330 pounds, bringing NFL experience and tremendous size to the interior defensive line.

Uso Seumalo

MANHATTAN, KS - SEPTEMBER 27: Kansas State Wildcats defensive tackle Uso Seumalo (99) in a three-point stance in the first quarter of a Big 12 football game between the UCF Knights and Kansas State Wildcats on September 27, 2025 at Bill Snyder Family Stad

A powerful interior defender, Seumalo has the strength to disrupt the run game and experience in an NFL defensive system.

Evan Anderson

FRISCO, TX - FEBRUARY 01: East Team defensive lineman Evan Anderson (8) of Florida Atlantic rests between plays during the East-West Shrine Bowl game on February 1, 2024 at the Ford Center at the star in Frisco, TX

Nicknamed "Big Slim," Anderson worked his way into the 49ers organization after dropping 40 pounds during his college career.

J.R. Singleton

MANHATTAN, KS - NOVEMBER 25: Iowa State Cyclones defensive lineman J

Singleton is a 305-pound interior defender who brings size, strength and experience from the Big 12.

Keveion'Ta Spears

Spears offers interior versatility after spending his collegiate career competing at three different programs.

TOP EDGE RUSHERS

Xavier Thomas

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 22: Arizona Cardinals linebacker Xavier Thomas (54) during an NFL football game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers on December 22, 2024 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte N

A former top-five national recruit and freshman national champion, Thomas possesses explosive athleticism and significant pass-rushing upside.

Jahfari Harvey

Harvey brings length, athleticism and an aggressive pass-rushing mentality after competing in the ACC and American Athletic Conference.

Jamil Muhammad

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 07: USC Trojans defensive end Jamil Muhammad (10) looks to rushes the passer during a college football game between the Utah State Aggies against the USC Trojans on September 7, 2024, at United Airlines Field at The Los Angeles

Muhammad transitioned from quarterback to defense in college and developed into a high-motor, disruptive edge rusher.

Titus Leo

PHILADELPHIA, PA - AUGUST 24: Indianapolis Colts defensive end Titus Leo (91) looks on during the Preseason game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Philadelphia Eagles on August 24, 2023, at Lincoln Financial Field, in Philadelphia, PA

A Brooklyn native and two-time conference Defensive Player of the Year, Leo offers speed, bend and acceleration off the edge.

TOP LINEBACKERS

Chris Paul

OXFORD, MS - OCTOBER 07:  Arkansas Razorbacks linebacker Chris Paul Jr

The former fifth-round NFL draft pick is an aggressive downhill linebacker with excellent instincts and run-stopping ability.

Owen Pappoe

ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 03: Team Flash outside linebacker Owen Pappoe (1) is introduced during the Under Armour All-America Game between Team Flash and Team Ballaholics on January 03, 2019, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, FL

A two-time Auburn captain who ran a 4.39-second 40-yard dash, Pappoe offers impressive speed and sideline-to-sideline range.

Jacob Roberts

WINSTON-SALEM, NC - SEPTEMBER 09: Jacob Roberts #40 of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons reads the backfield during a football game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on Sep 9, 2023

Roberts is an instinctive, rangy linebacker who brings coverage ability and experience from two collegiate programs and the CFL.

Xavian Sorey

A former No. 1 outside linebacker recruit and two-time national champion at Georgia, Sorey combines exceptional athleticism with physical run defense.

Claudin Cherelus

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 21: Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) is tackled by Carolina Panthers linebacker Claudin Cherelus (53) during an NFL football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers on December 21, 2025 at

Cherelus is an explosive, physical box linebacker who previously spent time with the Carolina Panthers.

TOP CORNERBACKS

Jeremiah McClendon

A second-team FCS All-American, McClendon tied Southern Illinois' single-season record with 14 pass breakups.

Daryl Porter

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - OCTOBER 07: Miami Hurricanes defensive back Daryl Porter Jr

Porter is an athletic corner with quick feet, recovery speed and the ability to make plays on the football.

Jalen Kimber

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 07: Penn State Nittany Lions Cornerback Jalen Kimber (3) walks across the field during the Big Ten Championship football game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Oregon Ducks on December 7, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium i

The former four-star recruit brings experience from three major college programs and the physical tools to compete in press coverage.

Matthew McDoom

CINCINNATI, OH - NOVEMBER 22: Cincinnati Bearcats Cornerback Matthew McDoom (0) looks on during the college football game between the BYU Cougars and the Cincinnati Bearcats on November 22, 2025, at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio

McDoom is an instinctive cover corner with quick transitions, strong awareness and the speed to stay with receivers.

Christian Braswell

PHILADELPHIA, PA - SEPTEMBER 28: Temple CB Christian Braswell (14) defends Georgia Tech WR Jalen Camp (1) on a pass in the second half during the game between Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Temple Owls on September 28, 2019 at Lincoln Financial Field in

A former sixth-round pick, Braswell offers NFL experience and the versatility to play both inside and outside.

TOP SAFETIES

Devan Boykin

PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: DB Devan Boykin #12 of the Indiana Hoosiers celebrates after a tackle during the Alabama Crimson Tide versus Indiana Hoosiers College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game on January 1, 2026, at the Rose Bowl Stadi

After overcoming an ACL injury, Boykin transferred to Indiana, won a national championship and brings versatility as a safety and nickel defender.

Jack Henderson

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 23: Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Jack Henderson (20) lines up for a play during the college football game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Minnesota Golden Gophers on November 23rd, 2024, at Huntington Ban

Henderson went from an FCS standout to the Big Ten and possesses excellent athletic testing numbers and physical run-support ability.

Devin Grant

ATLANTA, GA  AUGUST 30:  Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar (6) runs the ball and is tackled by Syracuse defensive back Devin Grant (23) during the AFLAC Kickoff Game on August 30th, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA

Grant recorded three interceptions in one game at Buffalo, including two returned for touchdowns, and currently has CFL experience in Calgary.

Patrick McMorris

TUCSON, AZ - SEPTEMBER 11:  San Diego State University safety #33 Patrick McMorris runs after intercepting the ball during a college football game between the San Diego State University Aztecs and the University of Arizona Wildcats on September 11, 2021 a

A former sixth-round pick and two-time All-Mountain West selection, McMorris brings four-team NFL experience and reliable tackling.

Daijahn Anthony

OXFORD, MS - SEPTEMBER 30: Ole' Miss safety Daijahn Anthony (3) celebrates after an interception during the college football game between the LSU Tigers and the Ole' Miss Rebels on September 30, 2023 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, MS

Nicknamed "The Mayor," Anthony went from a Division II walk-on to a seventh-round NFL Draft selection with the Cincinnati Bengals.