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2025 NFL Draft: Top 5 Quarterback Prospects Ranked by Our Exclusive Player Grades
Below are my top 5 QB rankings based on our current grades ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. It is important to remember these grades are subject to change once we get into the college all-star game circuit and post-NFL Combine.
The 2025 QB class may not boast the depth and top-tier talent that we had at the top of the 2024 NFL Draft, but this class offers some intriguing prospects. A few names are projected as early top-10 picks, with Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward leading the conversation. While Sanders currently holds the QB1 spot, Ward is a close contender, both showcasing skill sets that could make them foundational players in the right system.
Other quarterbacks like Quinn Ewers, Jalen Milroe, and Garrett Nussmeier have received first-round mention, although their draft stock might fluctuate based on predraft evaluations and potential decisions to stay in college.
Top 5 Quarterback Prospects Ranked by Our Exclusive Player Grades
Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
Ht: 6'2" Wt: 215 lbs
Grade: Near Elite
Projected Draft Round: Round 1
Quick Summary: Sanders’ skill set is ideal for a West Coast or spread system focused on quick, short-to-intermediate throws. His pocket navigation, accuracy, and decision-making give him high upside, although continued mechanical refinement will be crucial.
Cam Ward, Miami
Ht: 6'2" Wt: 220 lbs
Grade: Near Elite
Projected Draft Round: Round 1
Quick Summary: Ward’s arm talent and ability to scramble and make plays on the move make him a great fit for today's NFL. Ward's quick release and his ability to get through progressions from the pocket are also notable when watching his tape.
Quinn Ewers, Texas
Ht: 6'2" Wt: 206 lbs
Grade: Mid-Level Starter Potential
Projected Draft Round: Late Round 1 / Day 2
Quick Summary: Ewers demonstrates high football IQ, accuracy, and pocket presence, making him well-suited to a spread or West Coast offense. His arm talent and strong ability to navigate the pocket are key traits that translate well to the NFL.
Jalen Milroe, Alabama
Ht: 6'2" Wt: 220 lbs
Grade: Mid-Level Starter Potential
Projected Draft Round: Late Round 1 / Day 2
Quick Summary: Milroe’s elite athleticism and arm strength make him a dual-threat asset. He fits best in a spread or RPO-based offense, though refining his decision-making and accuracy on intermediate throws will be key for NFL success.
Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
Ht: 6'2" Wt: 200 lbs
Grade: Mid-Level Starter Potential
Projected Draft Round: Day 2
Quick Summary: Nussmeier offers NFL-ready pocket presence and arm talent, excelling in a pro-style offense with downfield passing. While he has strong decision-making skills, he’ll need to improve his consistency in going through his progressions from the pocket and become more decisive.
Other Top Names to Watch
Several additional quarterbacks narrowly missed the top five, each bringing unique strengths to the 2025 draft class:
Carson Beck (Georgia): Pro-style passer who thrives in a timing and rhythm based system, well-suited for play-action.
Kurtis Rourke (Indiana): Accurate, strong-armed QB ideal for structured systems with quick throws.
Kyle McCord (Syracuse): Pocket-based QB who excels in timing-based throws and play-action.
Drew Allar (Penn State): RPO-driven QB with mobility, suited for vertical offenses emphasizing play-action.
Jaxson Dart (Ole Miss): Athletic QB who thrives in RPO or spread schemes, effective in vertical passing and play-action.