2025 NFL Draft Notebook: Strongest arm, biggest upside, and other superlatives for the quarterback class
The 2025 NFL Draft has an abundance of talent at various spots, but quarterback isn’t one of them. People have a propensity to hyper focus on the position, and it’s very understandable. Quarterback is not only the most important position in the NFL, but arguably in all of sports. When discussing the 2025 signal callers, […]
The 2025 NFL Draft has an abundance of talent at various spots, but quarterback isn’t one of them. People have a propensity to hyper focus on the position, and it’s very understandable. Quarterback is not only the most important position in the NFL, but arguably in all of sports.
When discussing the 2025 signal callers, talking about them with an open mind is necessary. While it is a below average group, there is still value to be found. In order to understand the class on a much deeper level, superlatives are a way to do so. From the strongest arm, most upside, and the biggest sleeper among others, there is a lot to consider.
STRONGEST ARM: Cameron Ward (Miami)
Ward simply can make some throws that no other quarterback in this class can make. In terms of distance and velocity, the former Incarnate Word, Washington State, and Miami star makes things look very easy. Ward’s release quickness and ability to throw from different arm slots is something to behold. He is the modern passer with arm talent for days.
HIGHEST UPSIDE: Jalen Milroe (Alabama)
You could have made a strong argument for Ward again, and it’s completely understandable if he was your selection. In terms of raw tools, it’s hard to argue against Milroe. His combination of arm strength and athleticism is really impressive. It’s just too bad playing the quarterback position is about a lot more than just those raw tools.
HIGHEST FLOOR: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado)
From an accuracy perspective, you won’t find anyone as good as Sanders in this class. He also showed an improved internal clock in 2024, as well as better pocket awareness. While Sanders’ tools are very, very average for league standard, you can expect him to at least be a solid NFL signal caller. The floor is high.
BIGGEST BOOM OR BUST: Cameron Ward (Miami)
The out of structure magic is great, but it is Ward’s default far too often. He needs to be more consistent making plays inside of structure, and not freelancing too regularly. If Ward doesn’t then he does have a lot of bust potential. The talent is apparent, but so is the risk.
BIGGEST SLEEPER: Tyler Shough (Louisville)
Shough is an older quarterback prospect who has dealt with a series of injuries during his career. If not for those couple of questions, Shough would be discussed quite a bit more in this class. He put together his best season in 2024, showcasing a prototype frame, good arm talent, and underrated athleticism. It wouldn’t be surprising if Shough is starting some games on the next level within a year or two.