QUARTERBACK
1
Fernando Mendoza
QB | INDIANA | 6’5 | 223
Strengths: Fernando Mendoza is a precision and timing passer with elite processing who sees leverage early and throws receivers open as well as anyone in this class. He wins with anticipation, tight-window accuracy, and a constant ability to keep the offense on schedule while creating RAC opportunities. Weaknesses: Most people, myself included before I really dug in, will say “limited physical tools” or point to a simplified offense with heavy RPOs and screens. The truth is, after watching enough tape, I’m struggling to find a real, consistent flaw. Bottom Line: The best football player in the draft.
Grade: Round 1
Tom Brady
2
Trinidad Chambliss
QB | OLE MISS| 6'1 | 200
Strengths: Chambliss jumped off the tape early with his dual-threat ability. He is at his best when plays break down, consistently creating outside of structure and extending snaps. He has good arm strength and delivers the ball with consistent velocity. His resilience, both on and off the field, shows up in his play style and competitiveness and speaks to the type of prospect he is. Weaknesses: Size will be a concern for some teams, along with the fact that he is a slightly older prospect. He does not consistently manipulate defenses pre- or post-snap, and there are times he bails from clean pockets rather than climbing and working through progressions. Bottom Line: Chambliss is worth a first-round flyer in my view.
Grade: Round 1
Russell Wilson
3
Ty Simpson
QB | ALABAMA | 6’2 | 208
Strengths: Simpson is extremely advanced pre-snap, consistently identifying coverages, pressures, and adjusting protections. He has an NFL-caliber arm with easy velocity, can hit tight windows, access all three levels of the field, and adds value as a mobile quarterback who can create off-schedule with both touch and velocity. Weaknesses: Pressure handling still needs refinement, as he can get skittish, bail from clean pockets, and speed up his mechanics, leading to uncharacteristic misses. Bottom Line: Simpson does franchise-QB things at a high level and has the mental and physical tools teams look for in a first-round quarterback, but the consistency is not there yet.
Grade: Round 2
Brock Purdy
4
Garrett Nussmeier
QB | LSU | 6’1 | 205
Strengths: Garrett Nussmeier has a strong arm with easy velocity, a quick release, and the ability to throw accurately with touch from multiple platforms. He shows good pocket feel, enough mobility to extend plays, and solid command at the line of scrimmage. Weaknesses: Forces throws into bad spots, leading to turnovers. Mechanics and platform are inconsistent, post-snap processing needs improvement, and injuries impacted his consistency. More functional than creative outside structure. Bottom Line: Nussmeier is a strong-armed game manager with starter traits, but decision-making, durability, and limited upside make him situation-dependent.
Grade: Round 3
Sam Howell
5
Drew Allar
QB | PENN ST. | 6’5 | 235
Strengths: Allar has high-end arm talent with easy velocity and the ability to drive the ball into tight windows. He has ideal size, flashes anticipation, and shows good touch when his base is clean. Competitive toughness and willingness to use his legs for extra yards add value. Weaknesses: Inconsistent footwork and mechanics hurt his accuracy, especially under pressure. Interior pressure causes breakdowns in his base and decision-making. Processing can be slow in key moments, and he offers limited creativity as a runner. Bottom Line: Allar is a toolsy pocket passer with starter upside, but he remains a developmental prospect who must clean up his mechanics and decision-making.
Grade: Round 3
Carson Wentz
6
Carson Beck
QB | MIAMI | 6’4 | 225
Strengths: Beck is a highly cerebral quarterback who wins pre-snap and throws with anticipation, touch, and timing in the quick and intermediate game. He moves well in the pocket, uses his eyes to manipulate defenders, and is most effective targeting isolated receivers with layered throws. Weaknesses: Limited arm talent shows up when he pushes the ball into tight windows, yet he remains overly aggressive. Post-snap processing can be late, pressure disrupts his play, and average athleticism limits his ability to extend plays. His development has largely plateaued. Bottom Line: Beck is a rhythm-based, pro-style passer who can operate in structure, but limited traits, and minimal upside project him as a backup or spot starter.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
7
Cole Payton
QB | NDSU | 6’3 | 233
Strengths: Cole Payton has an intriguing developmental profile with good size, toughness, and legitimate mobility as a run threat. He shows solid short-to-intermediate velocity and flashes upside if developed in the right environment. Weaknesses: Inconsistent mechanics and footwork hurt his accuracy and limit his touch and deep ball. His projection is heavily scheme-dependent, and extremely limited college reps make him a long-term project. Bottom Line: Payton is a toolsy, traits-based quarterback with upside, but raw passing mechanics, experience concerns, and refinement needs place him firmly in the developmental tier.
Grade: Round 4
Taysom Hill
8
Cade Klubnik
QB | CLEMSON | 6’2 | 210
Strengths: Cade Klubnik thrives under pressure, hitting difficult throws with good touch and timing. He processes well pre-snap, works through progressions, and can extend plays when structure breaks. Weaknesses: Arm strength is adequate, not elite, and deep throws can hang. Mechanics and composure slip under pressure, and his 2025 regression plus average size raise concerns. Bottom Line: Klubnik is a rhythm-based QB with mobility and toughness, but inconsistency, average arm talent, and recent regression cap his upside.
Grade: Round 5
Bo Nix
9
Taylen Green
QB | ARKANAS | 6’6 | 224
Strengths: Taylen Green has rare size, a big arm, and legitimate rushing ability that stresses defenses, especially on vertical seams. He elevates the run game and can create explosives. Weaknesses: Decision-making and accuracy fluctuate, with footwork and pocket presence contributing to inconsistent play. Bottom Line: Green is a high-upside, tools-based QB whose physical traits are enticing, but inconsistency and raw pocket play keep him firmly in the developmental tier.
Grade: Round 5
Paxton Lynch
10
Diego Pavia
QB | VANDERBILT | 5’9 | 207
Strengths: Diego Pavia is a tough, competitive playmaker who thrives in RPOs, quick game, and movement throws. Accurate in rhythm, effective extending plays with functional mobility, and shows better-than-expected deep ball touch. Strong leadership presence. Weaknesses: Undersized with durability concerns. Average arm strength limits tight-window throws, and decision-making plus processing can be inconsistent. Older prospect with limited upside. Bottom Line: I know a lot of people see him as a UDFA. Maybe it’s just bias because I liked what I saw and heard at the Senior Bowl, but I think he’s a fun, upside backup play who can sell tickets.
Grade: Round 7
Dillon Gabriel
11
Sawyer Robertson
QB | BAYLOR | 6’4 | 220
Strengths: Robertson is an athletic QB with good size, touch, and the ability to extend plays. He flashes anticipation against zone and can layer throws. Weaknesses: Accuracy is inconsistent, he leans on his first read, plays with a late trigger, and his arm strength fades downfield. Bottom Line: Robertson has tools and flashes, but processing speed and consistency make him a developmental option.