2027 NFL Draft: 3 FCS prospects to watch in Week 1 of their season

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College football is back in our lives. Whether you are a fan of it or not, the Vikings and their front office are going to be paying very close attention to a lot of players in the upcoming class. The 2027 NFL Draft is working up to be one of the better classes in recent memory.

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One way to stay as caught up as the Vikings will be is to follow our prospect previews starting now. While we'll focus heavily on FBS players and prospects, we will also highlight three FCS prospects each week. With Week 1 here, we are starting with some names that are more notable for folks who follow along. If you don't, then that is why we are here for you.

Here are the three prospects we are keeping an eye on during Week 1 of the FCS season.

Beau Brungard, QB, Youngstown State

Matchup: vs. Mercyhurst on Thursday, Aug. 27

How to Watch: 6:00 p.m. EST/5:00 p.m. CST

Player Notes:

  • Walter Payton Award winner in 2025
  • MVFC Offensive Player of the Year in 2025
  • 1st Team All-MVFC in 2025
  • Dad won two National Titles at Youngstown State

Scouting Notes:

  • Strong arm
  • Can be a physical runner
  • Nice touch on downfield passes
  • Not brought down in the pocket easily

Victor Dawson, RB, Illinois State

Matchup: at Western Illinois on Saturday, Aug. 29

How to Watch: 7:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. CST

Player Notes:

  • Transferred from Cincinnati
  • 2022 FCS Freshman All-American
  • MVFC All-Newcomer selection in 2025

Scouting Notes:

  • Keeps his legs moving through contact
  • Finishes runs
  • Quick initial cuts at the line

Solomon Tuliaupupu, Edge, Montana

Matchup: vs. Southern Utah on Saturday, Aug. 29

How to Watch: 9:00 p.m. EST/8:00 p.m. CST

Player Notes:

  • Entering his ninth season of college football
  • Missed five seasons due to injury
  • 2017 Butkus Award winner in high school

Scouting Notes:

  • Physical player
  • Defends the run well
  • Strong hands
  • High motor on extended plays is showcased

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