Alabama Star Floated as Top-20 NFL Draft Pick After Returning for 2026-27 Season

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Alabama’s decision to bring back one of its top defensive playmakers could carry an even bigger payoff in the 2027 NFL Draft. 3 edge rusher in his preseason 2027 NFL Draft rankings, placing the Alabama standout behind prospects from South Carolina and Texas. Brugler also delivered a notable projection for Pierre after the edge rusher passed on entering the 2026 draft. The Athletic Sees Top-20 in NFL Draft for PierreBrugler pointed to Pierre’s activity and explosiveness as the attention-grabbing part of his NFL appeal. Brugler noted that Pierre considered entering the 2026 NFL Draft and likely would have gone inside the first 40 selections.