ESPN's Jordan Reid is already looking ahead, and his latest mock draft for 2027 has Alabama fans buzzing. In an early projection, Reid predicts three Crimson Tide stars will hear their names called in the first round of the NFL draft, signaling another strong pipeline from Tuscaloosa to the pros.

Leading the pack is cornerback Zabien Brown, projected to go No. 17 overall to the New York Jets. Brown is slotted as the third cornerback off the board, trailing only Notre Dame's Leonard Moore and Georgia's Ellis Robinson IV. Brown and fellow Alabama standout Ryan Coleman-Williams are both entering their junior seasons, having started each of the last two years for the Crimson Tide.

Edge rusher Yhonzae Pierre follows closely at pick No. 30 to the Seattle Seahawks, with Coleman-Williams landing just one spot later at No. 31 to the Buffalo Bills. Pierre's trajectory is especially intriguing—after a breakout 2025 campaign, he opted to bypass the 2026 NFL draft and return to Alabama for another season, a decision that could pay off handsomely.

All three players are among Alabama's top draft-eligible prospects to watch entering the 2026 season. With their blend of experience and potential, they're poised to continue the Crimson Tide's tradition of producing NFL-ready talent. For fans and collectors alike, these are names to remember as the next wave of Alabama stars prepares to make their mark.