# NFL Draft projections for CJ Carr

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nfl-draft-projections-for-cj-carr
> Updated: 2026-08-31T15:47:05.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr has emerged as a highly projected candidate for a top-three selection in the 2027 NFL Draft.

Initial projections suggested the New York Jets might use the No. 3 overall pick to select Carr, following his 2025 season where he recorded 2,741 passing yards and 24 touchdowns. Analysts noted the Jets’ recent offensive talent acquisitions as a factor in this potential move.

Subsequent analysis indicated the Cleveland Browns could also target Carr as the No. 3 overall pick. Analysts suggested the Browns might favor Carr as a long-term solution over Shedeur Sanders, noting that the team’s current depth chart does not position Sanders as a franchise quarterback.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Cleveland Browns projected to target CJ Carr over Shedeur Sanders

ESPN analyst Field Yates projects the Cleveland Browns may select Notre Dame's CJ Carr as the No. 3 overall pick, suggesting the team does not view Shedeur Sanders as their long-term quarterback solution.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cleveland-browns-projected-to-target-cj-carr-over-shedeur-sanders

### 2026-08-26: CJ Carr projected as potential No. 3 overall pick for New York Jets

Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr is projected as a potential No. 3 overall pick for the New York Jets in the 2027 NFL Draft following strong collegiate performances.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cj-carr-projected-as-potential-no-3-overall-pick-for-new-york-jets

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