Florida Gators skill players who could rise on 2027 NFL draft boards

Florida football is undergoing a rebuild, with its chief architect former Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall. As the new staff begins to lay the groundwork for a prosperous foundation, there are several building blocks that could fortify the Gators ' SEC transformation. Top-end talent has never been the issue at Florida, nor has the program's professional pathway.

Last week, NFL. com's mock draft projected two Gators in the top 50: Caleb Banks and Austin Barber, who were slated as day-one and day-two selections by analyst Chad Reuter. The program sent 10 total invitees to the combine, which ranked among the largest totals in the country.

So, Gainesville maintains a reputation as a pro factory despite struggling with results. Barber saw his stock climb over the course of last year behind reliable play up front. This year, Florida's offensive core has multiple players capable of ascending as legitimate NFL draft risers as well.

Georgia Tech transfer and quarterback Aaron Philo is projected to lead the offense as a redshirt sophomore with intriguing tools. Surrounded by an elite cast of playmakers, his trajectory hinges on earning the starting role, given his ties to new offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner. If Philo can execute at a high level, his draft stock could climb quickly as the signal caller for a program with the SEC pedigree of Florida.