1. Williams, Caleb*
USC 6010 215
Three-year starter, Washington, DC. Heisman Trophy winner 2022, AP Player of the Year, and unanimous All-America. Dual threat that followed Head Coach Lincoln Riley from Oklahoma. In year one at USC, set the program’s all-time single season record for total offense and touchdowns. Has rare ability to create going off platform when protection breaks down. Maintains elite arm strength on the move, creating tremendous torque from his thick lower half. Has a low heartbeat in pressure situations and can slow things down around him while maintaining next level speed himself. Can deliver accurate passes from various release points to avoid defenders. Can put the ball on a rope to all levels. At times bails out on the pocket before it's neccessary. Too much backyard football will get him trouble and needs to clean up the immediate process from the pocket.
2. Daniels, Jayden
LSU 6040 210
Five-year starter, San Bernardino, CA. Spent three seasons at Arizona State where he became the first true freshman in school history to start a season opener. Versatile and dynamic threat capable of abruptly firing a missile downfield or tucking the ball and reaching top speed in a blink at any moment. Has a fast forward element to his game, but maintains a high level of smoothness and ease. Twitchiness shows up with his release as well. Gets the ball out fast and in rhythm consistently. Also knows when to extend the play and displays great vision and anticipation. A good decision maker with a lot of experience. Slender body type can be an issue with the extra hits he takes and still has the occasional lapse in concentration that will show up.
3. Maye, Drake*
North Carolina 6040 225
Two-year starter, Huntersville, NC. ACC Rookie of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year, and Player of the Year in 2022, his first season atop the depth chart. Manning Award finalist tied the single season school record with 38 passing touchdowns in addition to leading the team in rushing. The plus-athlete maneuvers the pocket with precise footwork and a sturdy overall base. Mechanics from top to bottom are repeatable and natural, maximizing his accuracy and ball placement to all levels of the route tree. Scans the field, makes plenty of anticipation throws, and will guide receivers to open space. Needs to avoid drifting backward from top of his drop back and the occasional wide miss on simple throws still shows up occasionally.
4. Sanders, Shedeur*
Colorado 6020 215
Three-year starter, Dallas, TX. Transferred to Colorado after a two-season record setting tenure at FSC Jackson State, where he eared first team All America honors and was named SWAC Offensive Player of the Year. A strong, pro body with an arm that has the proper blend of power and accuracy. Will layer the ball between levels of the defense, showing advanced knowledge of coverage schemes and route concepts. Brave with the ball in the pocket, will take hits and remain tough against pressure. A gamer mentality that maintains composure in pressure situations. Will need to learn to play with better timing and sense of when to give up on a play to avoid big losses and turnovers.
5. Penix Jr, Michael
Washington 6024 221
Four-year starter, Tampa, FL. Earned second team All-Pac 12 honors in both the Big 10 (while with Indiana) and Pac 12 after transferring in 2022. Winner of the 2022 AP Comeback Player of the Year Award. A lefty who can sling and whip the ball all over the field. Can, and will try, to make every throw. Excellent deep ball accuracy and trajectory, very catchable. Has a clean motion when his feet are lined up and plays the game with confidence and swagger that translates to his teammates. Will make plays with his legs and will make fast tuck and go decisions to pick up the sure yards. Too many wide misses on simple throws where he rushes through his lower body mechanics.
6. Ewers, Quinn
Texas 6020 204
Two-year starter, Southlake, TX. Winner of the Big 12’s Newcomer of the Year Award in 2022 after transferring from Ohio State. Playing in a Steve Sarkisian offense that coincides with growing trends in the NFL. Adept to high volume pre-snap motion and misdirection. Has the ability to change his arm angles and maintain a tight spin on the ball with a slight flick of the wrist. Lost 15 pounds during the 2023 offseason and has elevated the movement components of the position. Internal clock is accurate and plays with a sense of calm urgency. Still showing sloppy footwork at the top of the dropback and needs to improve deep ball accuracy.
7. Nix, Bo
Oregon 6017 225
Five-year starter, Pinson, AL. Transfer from Auburn where the coach’s son was the first true freshman to start an opener since 1946. Won the SEC Freshman of the Year Award in 2019. Earned All-Pac 12 honors in 2022, his first season with the Ducks in a season where he scored 44 touchdowns, fifth most in FBS and completed 70+% of his passes, a first in program history. A dual threat with strength, speed, and ability to innovate. Deep ball prowess and ball protection have immensely improved since his early days. Has shown maturation and toughness repeatedly over the course of an adversity-filled career. Has seen a lot and improved from mistakes. Arm can make every throw and will use several tempos weekly. Competitor who can win with different tools. Needs to show better accuracy on the move and prove his mental mistakes are behind him.
8. McCarthy, JJ*
Michigan 6030 202
9. Leonard, Riley*
Duke 6040 221
10. Milton III, Joe
Tennessee 6050 235
11. Travis, Jordan
Florida State 6010 203
12. Hartman, Sam
Notre Dame 6010 205
13. Ward, Cameron
Washington State 6013 216
14. Rattler, Spencer
South Carolina 6001 216
15. Leary, Devin
Kentucky 6010 217
16. McCall, Grayson
Coastal Carolina 6021 207
17. Pratt, Michael
Tulane 6024 219
18. Reed, Austin
Western Kentucky 6012 222
19. Van Dyke, Tyler
Miami 6034 224
20. Slovis, Kedon
BYU 6023 217
21. Rogers, Will
Mississippi State 6014 208
22. Jefferson, KJ
Arkansas 6030 247
*Denotes Underclassman