After tying an NFL record with six first-round quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft, the 2025 QB class has big shoes to fill. We already have eyes on the 2025 group. Our early 2025 NFL Draft QB rankings will ebb and flow throughout the season, but this is an early look at how our scouts view a talented crop.

Top 10 Quarterback Prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft

Entering the fall, no one is viewed in the same stratosphere as USC's Caleb Williams was a year ago. Even if everyone in the 2025 class were made eligible and declared in 2024, the earliest any of the top names would've come off the board was QB4. Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye would be No. 1 this coming season.

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However, things weren't so clear after the 2024 draft. Daniels was viewed as a midround, developmental talent. Maye might've had higher stock before an inconsistent 2023 campaign. But we saw Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy, and Bo Nix drastically boost their stock.

Someone will emerge from our 2025 QB watchlist or out of the blue and vault into our rankings. We'll continue to adjust our rankings as the season progresses and we learn more about the talent around the country.

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We're using the combined rankings of myself and A To Z Sports' College Football Managing Editor Travis May to present our top 10 2025 NFL Draft QB prospects.

10. Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss

A capable dual-threat quarterback who has improved his efficiency and processing each year as a starter, Jaxson Dart has come a long way since he was a freshman at USC. Now entering his senior season, the maestro of Lane Kiffin's spread offense is looking for the fourth-year bump that other recent high draft picks have seen.

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Dart has a good arm that can make most throws that will be asked of him. His release speed is average, and his arm flexibility is nothing special when his base isn't set. Sometimes, his velocity dies off as the ball is nearing its target.

His best throws are downfield lobs that allow his playmaker to go get the ball. These generally don't translate too well, as defenders are more capable ballhawks at the next level. Still, Dart's touch separates him from some of the more physically gifted prospects behind him because accuracy is more valuable than raw arm strength.

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There's still more we need to see in terms of pre-snap reads, consistent ball placement, and reaction to pressure. His tools are good but not great, and Dart is often more part of the offense than someone capable of transcending it.

A solid runner with good power and vision on designed runs, Dart is undoubtedly a future NFL player. The attention he demands with his legs gives him Day 3 value. If nothing else, he has the athleticism to be a backup who can win a few games in spot starts. 

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9. Jalon Daniels, Kansas

A gifted athlete who has been almost unstoppable since his sophomore year, Jalon Daniels unfortunately missed most of the 2023 season due to a lingering back injury. If he's healthy, Daniels can replicate Jayden Daniels' arc as a first-round talent. The Jayhawks star doesn't have the downhill speed of Jayden, but he's a better pure passer.

His 215-pound frame is strong, and he boasts a good arm with great ball placement. He'll scramble to beat pressure and find a better passing window instead of just taking off for yards. There's a lot of pocket nuance and gamer vibes with Daniels, which we love.

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Injuries and availability matter, though, and Daniels has yet to play 10 games in a season. At worst, he will be a valuable backup in the NFL. 

8. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU

There's not a big sample size for Garrett Nussmeier, as he's thrown only 219 passes over three seasons. However, there's enough natural passing ability and movement skill to believe he could rise into the top few QBs in the 2025 class. He's a more natural thrower with the athleticism needed to reach as high as QB3.

Nussmeier certainly has a plus arm and can throw dots while moving and facing pressure. The flashes are big-time, and his ability to adjust his arm angle and whip out an accurate throw with an imbalanced base is a critical one that most can't physically do.

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Almost all of his concerns stem from his youth and inexperience. His pre-snap recognition, balance, and anticipation can all improve in time. It may not happen in 2024 since this is his first time really owning the job, but if all goes well, Nussmeier could rise into the first round.

7. Conner Weigman, Texas A&M

I have Nussmeier over Conner Weigman, but our combined rankings slightly favored the Texas A&M product. Like Nussmeier, Weigman has limited film, throwing 251 times over two seasons. His efficiency stands out, tossing 16 touchdowns to only two interceptions.

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The first thing anyone will notice about Weigman is his windup and shotput-like release. He gets plenty of velocity on the ball but struggles to layer passes between defenders. There were too many bullet passes to nearby receivers, for example.

His placement on quick passes is also inconsistent, likely due to his motion. That lack of natural accuracy matters more in the NFL than in collegiate statbooks. Even though he has good field vision and general accuracy, I'm skeptical Weigman will develop into a star-level prospect without a mechanical overhaul.

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6. Drew Allar, Penn State

Our most debatable ranking might be Penn State's Drew Allar. The junior might be viewed differently if he had opted for Ohio State instead of a woeful situation in Happy Valley, but here we are. Coming off two straight seasons posting a sub-60% completion rate, it's clear what Allar's main issue is.

Of course, not all of that is on Allar. He doesn't play with NFL-level receivers, and his offensive line struggled to create an effective run game. The Nittany Lions ask him to do a ton with mediocre talent.

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At his best, Allar's blend of size, arm talent, athleticism, and aggressiveness is similar to Maye's. He doesn't quite control the ball as effectively as Maye does, but his arm is stronger. His physical tools are great, but he has to process quicker and clean up his happy feet and wide base in order to help his accuracy.

The tough thing about Allar is we may not see a significant upgrade in his situation this fall. If we don't, he'll be a divisive prospect despite totaling 29 touchdowns to two interceptions through 449 passing attempts thus far.

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5. Cameron Ward, Miami (FL)

There might not be a prettier football thrower than Cameron Ward. Oh, and Ward might also be the most electric deep passer in the nation. So, why is he only No. 5, and why didn't he declare last year?

Those are great questions. I've heard from a former coach of Ward's that his commitment to football has been questionable in the past, and there have been times on the field where that feedback has shown. Ward can be coaxed into checking down far too often when he doesn't recognize coverages, and his level of impact can quickly be erased when this happens.

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Still, the former Incarnate Word and Washington State product is terrifying to face. Now, at Miami, he has the chance to redefine his career. He certainly has the arm talent and legs to rise into the first round next spring.

4. Jalen Milroe, Alabama

The trajectory of Jalen Milroe's 2023 campaign looked awfully similar to what Jalen Hurts needed several years to achieve. Milroe was a diametrically different passer from Week 1 to the end of the year. He became a feared thrower who was the best athlete on the field.

A star dual-threat who can be the offense's identity, Milroe will be challenged in new head coach Kalen DeBoer's more sophisticated offense. If Milroe takes to the more advanced concepts and fine-tunes his footwork, the sky is the limit for the fourth-year QB.

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3. Quinn Ewers, Texas

There was a sizeable disparity between our combined rankings on Texas QB Quinn Ewers. While I like Ewers' pocket passing ability, Travis has Ewers as his top QB entering the season. I have him sixth.

The big reason why I'm lower on the former 5-star is his inability to create while under pressure. Texas' offense is somewhat limiting to start, relying on RPOs instead of more sophisticated pre-snap reads. Then, add Ewers' struggles throwing deep and slow feet into the mix, and his upside isn't too impressive.

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Pocket passers have to be elite processors in order to survive in the NFL, and Ewers is still a work in progress. He has the natural arm talent to get there despite middling velocity, but his placement is that good when he doesn't get lazy with his mechanics. 

I think he'll end up as a Day 2 pick, but I also thought transferring out of Texas made sense. The pressure he'll face with Arch Manning lurking behind him is no joke.

2. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado

My No. 1 QB ends up being tied for fourth in our composite rankings, but I gave Shedeur Sanders the nod over Ewers anyway. While some will quiver over his maturity and his father's large presence, Sanders has tremendous talent. Simply following his career development shows his football IQ and work ethic.

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Sanders had to improve his passing motion and processing when he transitioned from Jackson State to Colorado, and he showed up the following fall with cleaner mechanics and a much quicker release. He doesn't have a cannon, but arm strength concerns are overblown. His velocity is solid, and he delivers dimes while on the move.

He plays the game with a natural feel, relying on his playmaking and legs to extend plays. He does it more than he should, but it's hard to blame him, given Colorado's lack of offensive identity and talent. He shouldered a ton of responsibility in 2023 and took way too many sacks because of it.

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Like Caleb Williams this past year, Sanders needs to be able to play within a timing-based scheme. Deion Sanders wisely brought in Pat Shurmur this offseason to revamp the offense and help Sanders reach his potential. Sanders would've been my QB4 in this past class and can become the top dog in 2025 with moderate improvement.

1. Carson Beck, Georgia

We saw Dane Brugler pushing Carson Beck as a possible 2024 QB prospect quite hard down the stretch of last season, but Beck opted to return to Georgia. While he would've been a first-rounder had he declared, getting a second season of experience was smart. Now, he'll battle to be the top overall pick in 2025.

Beck does a ton of things well, showing off good athleticism, touch, arm strength, and poise in the pocket. He plays a little upright but is quick on his feet and will adjust as necessary. We'd like to see him lead receivers upfield more consistently, as he'll throw to where they are more than maximizing YAC opportunities.

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Still, Beck has the physical tools and surprising field vision, confidence, and post-snap recognition to believe he can be an above-average NFL QB. 

2025 NFL Draft QB Watchlist

• Kaidon Salter, Liberty
• Dillon Gabriel, Oregon
• Graham Mertz, Florida
• Noah Fifita, Arizona
• Riley Leonard, Notre Dame
• Donovan Smith, Houston
• Brady Cook, Missouri
• Will Howard, Ohio State
• Preston Stone, SMU
• Tyler Van Dyke, Wisconsin
• DJ Uiagalelei, Florida State
• KJ Jefferson, UCF
• Kyron Drones, Virginia Tech
• Garrett Greene, West Virginia
• Byrum Brown, USF
• Taylen Green, Arkansas
• Dequan Finn, Baylor

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