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Falcons Draft 2027: 12 Prospects to watch in week two of CFB

Evaluating talent for the 2027 professional ranks is already underway as the second week of the 2026 collegiate campaign approaches. Much of the attention centers on Texas signal-caller Arch Manning, who guided the fourth-ranked Longhorns against Texas State in early September and now faces a crucial rematch against Ohio State following their encounter in 2025.

Pro franchises such as the Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants are tracking potential targets during this early stretch of matchups, with analysts identifying up to a dozen standout collegiate performers worthy of scrutiny.

Discussions surrounding Manning have intensified among evaluators, including a scouting director suggesting he might want to steer clear of destinations like the Browns or the New York Jets. Beyond the high-profile showdown between Texas and Ohio State, broader sports headlines noted an impending men's championship clash at the US Open between Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev, alongside Shohei Ohtani receiving his inaugural stint on the injured list.