2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Quarterbacks

The 2025 NFL Draft class is starting to take shape, and that means we’re getting a clearer picture of some of the top prospects and the position groups with the most depth.

The running back, tight end and offensive tackle positions seem to be the deepest and strongest on the offensive side of the ball. On defense, the edge defender group is as deep as we’ve seen in several years, dominating the projected top 50. There are also more impact defensive backs this year than a year ago, with plenty of options on all three days of the draft, specifically on Days 2 and 3.

Here are PFF’s top quarterback prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, along with some initial scouting notes courtesy of lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema.

For the full ranking of draft prospects, along with their three-year player grades and position rankings, click here.

QB1. Cameron Ward, Miami (FL)

Big board rank: 17

Strengths:

• True sidearm release that is David Carr-esque
• Experienced and successful middle-of-field passer
• “Never say die” type of playmaker with good escapability
• Adequate arm strength for the NFL level
• Impressive and natural touch passer

Weaknesses:

• Holds the ball below the shoulders in his stance, which makes for a longer release
• Side arm release is exotic but feels too varied throw-to-throw
• Accuracy numbers are high, but that is more due to volume; true ball placement isn’t consistent
• Ball security (fumbling) needs to improve

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QB2. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado

Big board rank: 43

Strengths:

• Strong, wide base with good size in the lower half to generate throwing power from his legs
• Repeatable, fundamentally sound throwing motion (high release point helps make up for smaller height)
• Good zip on passes within 25 yards
• Mental and physical toughness to step up and take a hit while delivering a throw
• Good feel/anticipation for attacking zone
• Slippery in the backfield despite lack of mobility
• Not afraid to look backside of the formation on scrambles

Weaknesses:

• Ball speed can die on him in the air beyond 40 yards
• Release speed is average-to-below-average
• Arm strength is average for NFL standards
• Doesn’t always finish throwing motion across the body
• Below-average mobility (high sack rate)

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QB3. QB Dillon Gabriel, Oregon

Big board rank: 69

Strengths:

• Quick movements for fast releases
• Quick footwork in the pocket to avoid pressure and throw in a split-second
• Does not panic under pressure
• Knows how to get through his progressions, even under duress

Weaknesses:

• Lefty quarterback, which can be fine but is also an adjustment for some receivers
• Wide leg kick leads to open hips and compromised accuracy on quick throws
• Height will make middle-of-the-field throws a challenge in the NFL
• True arm strength is below average for the NFL
• Mobility is adequate for college but won’t be as effective vs. NFL speed

QB4. Jalen Milroe, Alabama

Big board rank: 70

Strengths:

• Not just escapability but a true dual-threat athlete
• Good enough athlete to force missed tackles in space
• Twitchy athleticism evident in throwing motion speed
• Can show really nice touch/accuracy on deep passes
• Experienced RPO quarterback

Weaknesses:

• Accuracy/decision-making variance is large right now — plenty of highlight plays but also plenty of regrettable ones
• Holds the ball low and loose in his stance
• Accuracy can dip when he takes speed off his throw for shorter distances
• Can struggle seeing non-primary defenders
• Time to throw/sacks taken is far too high, even for “you take the bad with the good.”

QB5. QB Will Howard, Ohio State

Big board rank: 98

Scouting notes coming soon!