2021 NFL DRAFT QB PROSPECTS

The following list of 2021 NFL Draft Prospects are the top players identified thus far at the D1 FBS and FCS levels at the Quarterback position. Check out our 2019 NFL Draft analysis, after reviewing the first 30 QB's we have identified for the 2021 NFL Draft at the QB position. Each 2021 NFL draft QB prospect will be evaluated just like our analysis in years past and we will be releasing our new 2021 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 by the end of October. Click HERE or the image below for 2021 NFL Draft QB Prospects and their current October 3rd ranking on RokFin! You can also find our 2020 best college quarterbacks by clicking HERE!

NFL DRAFT 2021 QB PROSPECTS

NFL Draft 2021 QB prospects are listed below and have October 3rd, 2020 2021 NFL QB prospect grades, round projections and ranking on College Football Today RokFin! Check out our 2019/2020 NFL Draft analysis below, which will be coming soon on College Football Today RokFin! Click HERE for our 2019 NFL Draft coverage of our 2020 preseason number one overall pick Kyler Murray!

NFL Draft QB Prospects

How are NFL Draft QB prospects evaluated at College Football Today?

(TM) + (DP) + (EAT) + (PP) + (IP) + (CL) + (TV) = NFL QB

Throwing Mechanics (TM) - How technically sound NFL Draft QB prospect delivers the football from the pocket. Refer to Kyler Murray NFL Draft Pro Day article written by Scout Trout before the 2019 NFL Draft. (More info can also be found on our original S.T.E.P ratings release at Scout Trout Elite)
Dart Precision (DP) - How quickly and accurately NFL Draft QB prospect can get the rid of the football from the pocket. (Quick release & Short/Medium route accuracy & timing)
Elite Arm Talent (EAT) - Can NFL QB prospect make next level throws that require elite arm strength, as well as demonstrate the ability to throw his receiving target open on deep balls and timing route concepts?
Pocket Presence (PP) - Can NFL QB prospect step up in the pocket under duress and make accurate throws downfield? Can he evade a collapsing pocket and still create positive or game-changing plays down field? (Throwing on the run included)
Information Processing (IP) - How quickly NFL QB prospect can work through a 1- 5 progression, while reading the defense and delivering the football to the proper location.
Consistent Leadership (CL) - Consistent leadership has been developed over the years through victories, eye-popping statistics and impeccable timing with receiving targets. (Highly regarded as a Student-Athlete by coaching staff, community, teammates and peers)
Throw Velocity (TV) - The rate of speed football travels from pass release to the intended receiving target, while also accounting for final result of pass location.

NFL Draft QB prospects that have been evaluated for the 2021 NFL Draft can be found below and the 2021 NFL Draft QB prospects grades, ranking and round projection can be found on College Football Today RokFin!

2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Dustin Crum Kent State
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Charlie Brewer Baylor
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Kellen Mond Texas A&M
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Spencer Sanders Oklahoma St
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Desmond Ritter Cincinnati
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Shane Buechele SMU
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Zac Thomas App State
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Ian Book Notre Dame
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Anthony Russo Temple
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Jack Coan Wisconsin
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Adrian Martinez Nebraska
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Feleipe Franks Arkansas
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Malik Cunningham Louisville
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Jarrett Doege West Virginia
2021 NFL Draft QB prospectTyler Johnston III UAB
2021 NFL Draft QB prospectJustin Fields Ohio St
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect D'Eriq King Miami
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Trevor Lawrence Clemson
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Jamie Newman Wake Forest
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Zach Wilson BYU
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect KJ Costello Mississippi St
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Lance Trey NDSU
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Tanner Morgan Minnesota
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Sam Ehlinger Texas
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Mac Jones Alabama
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Sean Clifford Penn State
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Brady White Memphis
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Kenny Pickett Pittsburgh
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Brock Purdy Iowa St
2021 NFL Draft QB prospect Kyle Trask Florida

Below is our mid-season 2019 NFL Draft QB Prospects analysis that General Managers like John Elway use to identify who they will go scout in person, as Elway has recently visited the University of Missouri to watch standout 2019 NFL Draft QB prospect Drew Lock. Kelly Bryant of Clemson recently decided on heading to Missouri, as they have one of the most prolific offenses in all of College Football Today. Below are the names that have been added to our end of the season 2019 NFL Draft QB Prospect list at College Football Today. Top 8 preseason NFL Draft QB Prospects can be found underneath names that have been given to College Football Today for NFL Draft analysis by NFL executives.

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Drew Lock 6'4, 225LB - Missouri Tigers - Drafted 42nd Overall by the Denver Broncos

Strengths: Very good arm strength with outstanding accuracy. Exhibits very good timing with his receivers at Mizzou and has been the most prolific QB statistically, as he has started since his freshmen season. Led Big 12 in TD passes in 2017, over Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield.

Weaknesses: Has not played well against top opponents as cited by SB Nation. He is indecisive at times and has a slight hitch in his throwing motion that delays his delivery. This could explain how his play can drop off against more intuitive and speedy defensive backs, which should be a cause for concern moving forward and needs to be addressed.

Justin Herbert 6'6,233LBs - Oregon Drafted 6th Overall by The Los Angeles Chargers

Strengths: Reminds me a lot of Carson Wentz in his overall athleticism and is a major reason he is being highly regarded as the best QB in the 2019 NFL Draft. He comes from a outstanding offensive scheme that is proven to build Quarterbacks to the likes of a Marcus Mariotta and at 1:04 into the Cal highlights, you will see how well he is able to push the ball downfield. He is very well coached in "looking off" the defensive backs and has highly active feet in the pocket, while using great body weight transition upon release of the football.

Weaknesses: While Herbert has been very efficient, he lacks the big numbers you will see out of many QB's in this years NFL Draft. His mobility in the pocket will benefit him heavily at the next level, but Oregon's spread attack is always prolific in the run game nationally, which does create many wide open opportunities for the Quarterback when executing play action plays.

Jarrett Stidham 6'2,210LBs - Auburn Drafted 133rd overall by the New England Patriots

Strengths - Shows a very quick release in the Auburn Tigers defeat of the Alabama and great overall mechanics in the pocket. Very athletic and can step in in the pocket to avoid pressure or take off when a play breaks down. His leadership and command of the huddle are also noteworthy, as he exhibits what it takes to be a excellent NFL QB. NFL scouts have also told me that this young man's football IQ is that of a NFL QB already.

Weaknesses - Has a "side-arm" release that some scouts are worried about, but so did Dan Marino. Had injury issues in the past, which brings some questions into his durability, but reminds me a lot of Baker Mayfield when I turn on the tape. Both have very good athletics, not extremely tall, but use their high football IQ to get the ball into the play-makers hands in prime position to light up the scoreboard.

Clayton Thorson 6'4,227LBs - Northwestern Drafted 167th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles

Strengths - Has a very quick release and gets the ball out of his hands quickly out of the gun, his very smooth delivery and over the top throwing motion are very conducive to producing consistent play moving forward. As a four year starter, Clayton has been able to create plays for the Wildcats, even when his supporting cast decides they want to take the day off.

Weaknesses - NFL scouts have told me that they are worried about his ability to push the ball downfield and they have believed it to be a mechanical issue. I do not see many flaws in his delivery, but he could use some core strengthening to start ripping the ball downfield more effectively.

Daniel Jones 6'5,220LBs - Duke Drafted 6th overall by the New York Giants

Strengths - When you are being coached by the "QB whisperer" David Cutcliffe, NFL scouts will take notice when you start to sling it like Daniel Jones. Word on the street is that he will be back for 2019, as he has suffered some injuries the past two seasons. Cutcliffe's coaching extends all the way to the Manning's and you can see many similarities in Daniel's play, as he has a wicked quick release. Once he makes his mind up, the football is seen traveling from point A to B with great overall velocity.

Weaknesses - As I stated above, staying healthy, because as you will see against Virginia Tech, Jones's probably throws the best football in all of college football. On the very first play, you will witness how to properly avoid pressure to step up in the pocket and deliver a missile to his receiver.

Will Grier 6'2,221LBs - West Virginia Drafted 100th overall by the Carolina Panthers

Strengths - A rapid quick release is shown on the first play against Texas Tech and as you will see, the ball is fit into a very tight window for a touchdown The accuracy Will Grier shows on his deep ball at 1:14 into this highlight is exceptional and he is able to control the safety over the top extremely well by using great mechanics, while looking to the off side he is throwing the football. Not to many competing at this level right now in college football today.

Weaknesses - not one person is arguing that Will Grier is probably the best passing QB in all of college football. His attitude and overall play have gotten much better since the loss to Iowa State and Grier is starting to look like he could be the next prolific passer in the NFL.

BEST 2019 NFL DRAFT QB

The best 2019 NFL draft QB was former Samford Quarterback Devlin Hodges, who was the starting QB for the Pittsburgh Steelers this past season and had the best QBR in the 2019 draft class.

I found an article earlier in the year about what I think could be the Top NFL Draft Quarterback Prospect and it stated that Samford's Quarterback Devlin Hodges could be the best player in the State of Alabama. This intrigued me to do some more research on the Quarterback at Samford and low and behold, I thought I was staring at the next Drew Brees for this years 2019 NFL Draft. - FCS Player Of The Year Award Winner

Devlin Hodges 6'2,210LBs - Samford (FCS) Undrafted FA signed by Pittsburgh Steelers (best OVR QB rating in 2019 NFL Draft class)

Strengths - Hodges is broke Air Mcnair's FCS passing record and very well could be the most prolific passer in NFL Draft history. When you watch Devlin operate against Florida State in the near upset in Tallahassee, it feels as if you are watching Drew Brees in the pocket, as he has a very similar delivery that makes his spectacular throws seem effortless. At 1:33, another Drew Brees like pump fake is given and he is able to quickly rotate his body to make a eye opening pass down the sideline for a touchdown.

Weaknesses - You can't say he has not played against top tier talent, he has a Brett Favre mentality that could bite him, if he didn't throw the football like Drew Brees. Other than that, this QB might just the most polished right now in the entire 2019 NFL Draft.

Ryan Finley 6'4,212LBs - NC State Drafted 104th overall by the Cincinnati Bengals

Strengths - Ryan Finley is one of the most talked about QB's in the 2019 NFL Draft and for good reason. He has led NC State to a undefeated record and reminds me a lot of Andrew Luck in the way he manages a football game. With over 3,000 yards the past two seasons and with his performance thus far, Finley could be looking at possibly going in the first round of this years NFL Draft, per multiple sources.

Weaknesses - Finely operated out of a pro style scheme that involves a lot of play action passes, which is very successful for the Wolfpack. This scheme has Finley throwing many passes while on the run, in which he is only looking to one receiver and/or side of the football field. He shows the ability to fit the ball in small windows, while throwing his receivers open, but can he get through a five receiver route combination in the NFL? He will need to know where his "check down" route is regularly if he gets picked high, as defenses are getting much faster in the NFL today.

Top Quarterback Prospects 2021

Top Quarterback Prospects in the 2021 NFL Draft will be heading to the NFL Reese's Senior Bowl and other national scouting events like The NFL Players Association Bowl for one last shot to show NFL scouts that they are worth of being selected in the 2020 NFL Draft. We will once again be mingling with the NFL coaches, scouts and college coaches at the 2021 NFL Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama to form our 2021 NFL Mock Draft at College Football Today.

2021 NFL SENIOR BOWL

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2019 NFL Draft QB Anthony Lawrence - University of San Diego
2019 NFL Draft QB Marcus McMaryion - Fresno State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Jake Meier - UC-Davis
2019 NFL Draft QB Amir Hall - Bowie State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Tyree Jackson - Buffalo University
2019 NFL Draft QB Brett Rypien - Boise State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Dwayne Haskins - Ohio State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Shea Patterson - Michigan University
2019 NFL Draft QB Kyle Kempt - Iowa State University

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2019 NFL Draft QB Deondre Francois - Florida State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Kyle Shurmur - Vanderbilt University
2019 NFL Draft QB Jacob Dolegala - Central Connecticut State
2019 NFL Draft QB Easton Stick - North Dakota State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Nick Fitzgerald - Miss State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Brian Lewerke - Michigan State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Jake Bentley - South Carolina University
2019 NFL Draft QB Jake Browning - Washington University
2019 NFL Draft QB Justice Hansen - Arkansas State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Trace McSorley - Penn State University
2019 NFL Draft QB Tanner Magnum - BYU
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