Draft Risers and Fallers After College Football Week 4
College football's Week 4 slate created notable movement in 2027 NFL Draft evaluations. Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith and Florida's Jadan Baugh were among the biggest winners after huge performances. Texas quarterback Arch Manning was listed as a loser following an uneven showing against Tennessee, while edge rusher Colin Simmons impressed.
Week 4 of the 2026 season featured six matchups between ranked teams, giving 2027 NFL Draft evaluators a dense slate to assess. Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith set career bests with 12 receptions, 217 yards and four scores against Illinois, while Florida’s Jadan Baugh ran 29 times for 142 yards and three touchdowns in a 52-28 win over Ole Miss.
Texas beat Tennessee 20-17, but Arch Manning completed 14 of 19 passes for 201 yards and was sacked six times. Teammate Colin Simmons recorded five sacks, eight tackles and four tackles for loss. South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart drew a team suspension after he struck an Alabama opponent and had a sideline dispute with coaches during a 49-18 defeat.
The shifting draft stock could affect players’ professional futures, earning potential, and public reputations, while NFL teams may adjust scouting priorities. College programs and fans may see heightened attention around standout performances and off-field incidents, and media coverage could amplify narratives that shape how athletes are perceived long before draft day.