QUARTERBACK
TOP 5 QB VIDEO
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Bryce Young
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CJ Stroud
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Hendon Hooker
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Dorian Thompson-Robinson
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Jaren Hall
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Drake Maye
QB | NORTH CAROLINA | 6'4 | 230
With his build, style, and traits, Maye is the prototypical NFL quarterback. He’s a traditional passer with uniform mechanics, yet possesses impressive athleticism, strength, and elusiveness as a runner. Maye has outrageous arm talent, pushing the ball downfield, fitting it into tight windows, and showing great accuracy. He was able to outplay some serious offensive line struggles at UNC, but I’d like to see his internal clock and trigger become faster at the next level. Maye is a multi-sport athlete who has the natural ability you want to see from an athletic and physical standpoint. This is a high-floor, high-ceiling prospect who I have complete confidence in as an elite franchise QB.
Grade: Round 1
Josh Allen
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Caleb Williams
QB | USC | 6'1 | 215
Williams is a natural playmaker who can create consistent magic. His arm talent is top-tier. Known for his explosive downfield throwing ability, Williams’ tape pleasantly surprises you with a quick and decisive trigger on short concepts. His accuracy on all levels of the field is impressive, consistently placing the ball exactly where it needs to be. Williams understands how to navigate the pocket, enabling him to thrive under pressure and extend plays. His mechanics and footwork are inconsistent at times and he needs to show more consistency within structure. There might be some early hiccups, but Williams has generational upside and will likely emerge as a star in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Patrick Mahomes
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Jayden Daniels
QB | LSU | 6'4 | 210
Daniels has fluid and consistent mechanics, showing accuracy and touch. His ability as a deep passer is top-notch. Daniels is a patient thrower, willing to take the check-down but also capitalize on opportunities. Daniels is very athletic and will fit the trajectory of the modern NFL. He lacks elite velocity but makes up for it with his impressive ball placement and distribution skills. His slender frame will be a cause for concern and I’d like him to progress better on reads. In a less favourable environment, he'll need to do a better job of staying grounded as a passer before resorting to the ground game. I think Daniels can become a very solid dual-threat QB in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Tyrod Taylor
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J.J. McCarthy
QB | MICHIGAN | 6'3 | 202
McCarthy is a high-level manager, with a ton of great experience. He has solid accuracy on short concepts with a decisive and quick trigger. McCarthy’s tape reveals a surprisingly strong arm that can break tight windows, but he has yet to show anything special as a deep passer. His fluid and consistent mechanics allow him to win on medium-level throws. McCarthy is also a great athlete who can extend plays and create a ton of yardage on the ground, but his slender build might limit this. He played in a run-first offence and wasn’t asked to do much, but delivered when called upon. I believe McCarthy can effectively command a system, win in the NFL, and elevate his teammates.
Grade: Round 1
Alex Smith
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Michael Penix Jr.
QB | WASHINGTON | 6'3 | 213
Penix Jr. has overcome adversity throughout his career and his leadership abilities will be an asset. He is accurate and consistently throws a catchable ball, but there are occasional lapses that lead to easy misses. Penix Jr. has good vision and is willing to move through his progressions. He understands how to play the game and does the little things well. His physical tools are adequate for the NFL, but not an asset. Penix Jr. is absolutely capable of succeeding in a well-built system, but I question if he can elevate a normal one. With age and injury concerns, I’m hesitant to use premium capital, but believe he can be an impact player in the right situation.
Grade: Round 2
Tua Tagovailoa
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Bo Nix
QB | OREGON | 6'2 | 217
Nix has the most starts in college football history. He’s a confident and tough leader who is at his best off-schedule, adding a ton of value as an athlete. On short concepts, Nix is a decisive thrower with a quick trigger who can effectively deliver. However, when forced to move through progressions and deal with complexities, his game weakens. When given a clear objective, he shows consistent accuracy with tight mechanics. However, a lot of his production came from these types of layups, and I question whether he can win as a pocket distributor. I see Nix as an exciting football player who can create some fun, but will ultimately have a shelf-life in the NFL.
Grade: Round 3
Matt Corral
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Spencer Rattler
QB | SOUTH CAROLINA | 6'1 | 217
Rattler is a physically talented QB with impressive velocity and zip. He has the arm strength to distribute to any point on the field, and the athleticism to extend plays and create yardage on the ground. When throwing to his first read or given a clear target, Rattler is accurate and decisive. Yet when pressure arrives, and he’s forced to scan the field, his play lacks consistency. Rattler’s internal clock and overall awareness need to improve, constantly finding himself under duress. His raw ability will give him a solid foundation in the right situation, but his inconsistencies, head-scratching decisions, and lack of football acumen could dictate his career.
Grade: Round 3
Zach Wilson
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Michael Pratt
QB | TULANE | 6'3 | 220
Pratt is an experienced QB with four starting seasons under his belt. He possesses a great frame for the position, with the athleticism and strength to be a threat in the run game. Pratt lacks next-level arm strength but can deliver the ball where it needs to be. His mechanics are smooth and consistent, and he’s generally accurate for the most part. However, when asked to push the ball downfield, his accuracy diminishes. Pratt doesn't have many apparent concerns about his game, but also lacks the standout traits from a prospect standpoint. I think he can be an effective game manager who keeps a well-built system moving.
Grade: Round 4
Davis Mills
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Devin Leary
QB | KENTUCKY | 6'1 | 217
Leary is a polished QB prospect with a ton of likeable traits. His shortcomings with size and tools could limit his upside as a lone product, but a deep dive into his game reveals a lot of translatable qualities. Leary looks comfortable and confident commanding an offense—staying poised in the pocket and working through his progressions. He has good accuracy and zip on short and medium concepts, but lacks true zip as a downfield thrower. Leary has impressive footwork and mechanics. Outside of the odd head-scratcher, he typically stays on schedule and delivers the ball to where it needs to be. Leary has limitations, but don’t be surprised if he excels in the right system.
Grade: Round 4
Baker Mayfield
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Jordan Travis
QB | FLORIDA ST. | 6'1 | 212
After suffering a gruesome leg injury, Travis’ career outlook is in doubt. He has good athleticism and operates well in space. Travis commands a strong presence in the pocket and looks confident and poised under pressure. He has great footwork, staying disciplined on the move. Travis has good zip on short/medium concepts, but lacks velocity pushing the ball downfield. Travis has an odd throwing motion, moving his momentum away from the throw and retreating backward on the move. Prior to his injury, he had a lot of developmental intrigue—largely because of his athleticism. However, with his health in doubt and age considerations, his outlook is limited.
Grade: Round 5
Marcus Mariota
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Sam Hartman
QB | NOTRE DAME | 6'1 | 212
Hartman is an experienced and tough QB with good situational value. He can confidently move through his progressions and stay patient when the play breaks down. Hartman can typically deliver a catchable ball and he’s willing to throw it up and give his pass-catchers a chance. He has solid instincts, processing skills, and an ability to navigate the field. However, his lack of physical tools, athleticism, and age will limit his range as a draft prospect, and he doesn't have an elite IQ or acumen to change the narrative. Hartman can definitely keep a system moving, so he’s worth the late-round flyer.
Gardner Minshew
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Kedon Slovis
QB | BYU | 6'2 | 214
Once regarded as a top prospect in college football, Slovis has bounced around to multiple programs, never finding his true place. He has a quick and fluid release, showing solid and consistent mechanics. Slovis plays with a calm feel, staying light footed in the pocket and moving loosely around the field. His arm is adequate, but he lacks zip and velocity - making him vulnerable to turnovers. Slovis seems like he’s holding something back when he throws, scared to fully push down on the throttle and lacking rhythm. I like the fluidity to his game and think he could be a decent backup in the NFL.
Grade: Round 5
Josh Rosen
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Joe Milton III
QB | TENNESSEE | 6'5 | 235
Milton is a highly unique prospect with some elite physical tools. His frame is off-the charts, sporting a build similar to Anthony Richardson in last years draft. Milton has some of the best arm talent we’ve seen. His ability to push the ball downfield legitimately looks like he’s launching a bazooka. The tools are undoubtedly there. Unfortunately, his demonstration as a nuanced NFL level QB are not. Milton has yet to show that he can progress beyond his first read, consistently throw an accurate ball, or navigate the complexities of an NFL offense. He’s a fun project, but his foundation is far from ready.
Grade: Round 5
Anthony Richardson
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Austin Reed
QB | WESTERN KENTUCKY | 6'2 | 220
Reed is a competitive QB with impressive production in college. He has a quick release and demonstrates good zip on short and medium concepts. Reed can deliver the ball to where it needs to be, but his accuracy is not yet consistent or trustworthy. He is more of an in structure player who isn’t going to create much on his own with his arm. The system Reed played in is not a good indicator of how he can fare in an NFL offense—leaving questions about how he will translate at the next level. Reed has the tools and release to be a solid NFL backup.
Grade: Round 6
Tanner Morgan
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Brennan Armstrong
QB | NORTH CAROLINA ST. | 6'2 | 212
Armstrong is a thick bodied QB with a ton of confidence. His biggest asset is his ability on the move. Armstrong is a determined runner with good vision, power, elusiveness, and speed. He can create yardage on the ground. Armstrong is a tough player who is willing to hang in the pocket and deliver a ball. There are some traits to like about him, but beyond that, there isn’t much upside. Armstrong has an average arm that lacks touch or accuracy, his mechanics can breakdown out of structure, and he isn’t some high IQ player.