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2026 NFL Draft: 15 Quarterbacks Shaping The Pro Prospect Board

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The Best of the Rest
These are our Top 10 Quarterback prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft!
1. Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
2. Ty Simpson, Alabama
3. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
4. Carson Beck, Miami (FL)
5. Drew Allar, Penn State
6. Taylen Green, Arkansas
7. Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
8. Cade Klubnik, Clemson
9. Cole Payton, North Dakota State
10. Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt
11. Joey Aguilar, Tennessee
12. Haynes King, Georgia Tech
13. Luke Altmyer, Illinois
14. Behren Morton, Texas Tech
15. Joe Fagnano, UConn
And, the best of the rest (sorted alphabetically). While some have mentioned they are staying in college, a lot can change between now and selection day.

Hank Brown
Zach Calzada
Jalon Daniels
Kyle Drones
Kevin Jennings
Miller Moss
Drew Pin
Kaiden Salter
Blake Shapen
Jeff Sims
Matt Sluka
Gunner Stockton
Preston Stone
Tyler Van Dyke
Connor Weigman
1. Fernando Mendoza
Fernando Mendoza NFL Draft Profile
- College: Indiana
- Class: RS-Junior
- Hometown: Miami, FL
Like several high-profile quarterbacks in recent years, Fernando Mendoza went from a relative unknown to the top of the NFL Draft board. The redshirt junior led his Indiana Hoosiers to a perfect season, capping off his achievements with a Heisman Trophy and the National Championship. Assuredly, Mendoza's name will be the first one called in Pittsburgh.

Fernando Mendoza's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 225 lbs.
- Hand: 9 1/2"
- Arm: 31 7/8"
Fernando Mendoza's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
2. Ty Simpson
Ty Simpson NFL Draft Profile
- College: Alabama
- Class: RS-Junior
- Hometown: Martin, TN
Ty Simpson isn't the most glamorous prospect in this year's class, but he does have one of the most intriguing profiles. He's a pocket quarterback with above-average arm strength and elite accuracy. Simpson makes astute reads and can get out and make things happen when the pocket collapses. We're betting he's snatched up in the first round.

Ty Simpson's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'1"
- Weight: 211 lbs.
- Hand: 9 3/8"
- Arm: 30 7/8"
Ty Simpson's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
3. Garrett Nussmeier
Garrett Nussmeier NFL Draft Profile
- College: LSU
- Class: RS-Senior
- Hometown: Lake Charles, LA
If teams are willing to look past Garrett Nussmeier's sub-optimal senior season, they'll find a treasure trove of talent and film. The LSU product was a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2024 after throwing for over 4,000 yards and 29 touchdowns. Any team that takes a chance on him in Round 2 or 3 will be rewarded with an NFL-caliber quarterback hungry to climb the ranks.

Garrett Nussmeier's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 203 lbs.
- Hand: 9 1/8"
- Arm: 30 3/8"
Garrett Nussmeier's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
4. Carson Beck
Carson Beck NFL Draft Profile
- College: Miami (FL)
- Class: Sixth-Year Senior
- Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
Carson Beck isn't getting the NFL hype he deserves. The sixth-year senior won at every stop and has the prototypical quarterback build. There's an argument to be made that he would have gone early in the 2025 NFL Draft, and we're betting he doesn't slip past the end of Round 3 before finding his new landing spot.

Carson Beck's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 233 lbs.
- Hand: 10"
- Arm: 31 1/8"
Carson Beck's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
5. Drew Allar
Drew Allar NFL Draft Profile
- College: Penn State
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Medina, OH
On physical stature alone, many teams will be lining up Drew Allar for pre-draft interviews. However, there will be many questions about his dampened results. Allar struggled in 2025, showing signs of inaccuracy and being overwhelmed by mediocre defenses. If he proves that he's willing to learn and adapt at the NFL level, he could be one of the premier dark horses in the draft.

Drew Allar's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 228 lbs.
- Hand: 9 7/8"
- Arm: 32 3/4"
Drew Allar's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
6. Taylen Green
Taylen Green NFL Draft Profile
- College: Arkansas
- Class: Fifth-Year Senior
- Hometown: Lewisville, TX
Whichever team drafts Taylen Green is getting the premier dual-threat quarterback available. The 6'6" monster has shown that he's capable of throwing into tight windows, but also using his athletic frame to escape pressure and get out for extended runs. Don't be surprised if a team moves up in the middle rounds to nab Green.

Taylen Green's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'6"
- Weight: 227 lbs.
- Hand: 9 7/8"
- Arm: 34 3/4"
Taylen Green's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.36
- 10-Yard Split: 1.55
- Vertical Jump: 43.5”
- Broad Jump: 11’2”
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
7. Sawyer Robertson
Sawyer Robertson NFL Draft Profile
- College: Baylor
- Class: RS-Senior
- Hometown: Lubbock, TX
Sawyer Robertson has spent the past two seasons orchestrating the Baylor Bears' offense, and there are plenty of highlights. The Texas native threw for over 3,000 yards in each season, tallying 31 touchdown passes as a senior. Despite his passing prowess, accuracy has been an issue at times, and he can get a little reckless, as evidenced by his 12 interceptions in 2025.

Sawyer Robertson's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'4"
- Weight: 216 lbs.
- Hand: 9 3/8"
- Arm: 32 1/8"
Sawyer Robertson's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.64
- 10-Yard Split: 1.61
- Vertical Jump: 37.5”
- Broad Jump: 10’3”
- 3-Cone Drill: 7.45
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.46
- Bench Press: n/a
8. Cade Klubnik
Cade Klubnik NFL Draft Profile
- College: Clemson
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Austin, TX
Cade Klubnik's stock fell in 2025. The Texas native was coming off his best collegiate campaign, but failed to reach the lofty heights he set as a junior. There's still a lot to like about Klubnik, but if he couldn't steady the Clemson ship, what chance does he have of being an impact player in the NFL?

Cade Klubnik's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 207 lbs.
- Hand: 9 1/4"
- Arm: 31 1/8"
Cade Klubnik's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
9. Cole Payton
Cole Payton NFL Draft Profile
- College: North Dakota State
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Omaha, NE
Virtually every year, we have to talk about the latest passing prodigy to come out of North Dakota State. This year, that distinction belongs to Cole Payton. The left-handed quarterback was a revelation, throwing for over 3,000 yards while adding 13 rushing touchdowns. His profile sounds eerily similar to that of some of his predecessors, and some teams will be willing to bet he can deliver similar results in the NFL.

Cole Payton's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'3"
- Weight: 232 lbs.
- Hand: 10 1/4"
- Arm: 31 5/8"
Cole Payton's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.56
- 10-Yard Split: 1.57
- Vertical Jump: 40”
- Broad Jump: 10’10”
- 3-Cone Drill: 7.12
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.36
- Bench Press: n/a
10. Diego Pavia
Diego Pavia NFL Draft Profile
- College: Vanderbilt
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Diego Pavia had a meteoric rise this past season, bringing his Vanderbilt Commodore teammates with him. The senior threw for over 3,500 yards, with a pristine 29-8 touchdown-to-interception ratio. Still, Pavia is a little undersized by modern-day NFL standards, and he struggled against premier college defenses. Pavia has his work cut out for him. Surely, a team will be willing to take a flyer on him to see how he performs against NFL competition.

Diego Pavia's Combine Measurements
- Height: 5'10"
- Weight: 207 lbs.
- Hand: 9 5/8"
- Arm: 28 5/8"
Diego Pavia's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
11. Joey Aguilar
Joey Aguilar NFL Draft Profile
- College: Tennessee
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Antioch, CA
Joey Aguilar made the leap to the SEC last year, without missing a beat under center. The California native completed 67.3% of his passes while throwing for 3,565 yards and 24 touchdowns. Aguilar shone with the Vols, but he benefited from pass-heavy schemes. While he has the prototypical NFL quarterback build, Aguilar has to produce more consistently if he hopes to crack an NFL roster.

Joey Aguilar's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'3"
- Weight: 229 lbs.
- Hand: 9 5/8"
- Arm: 31 3/4"
Joey Aguilar's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
12. Haynes King
Haynes King NFL Draft Profile
- College: Georgia Tech
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Longview, TX
One of the most proficient dual-threat quarterbacks in recent memory, Haynes King is hoping to make the jump to the NFL. The Georgia Tech product threw for nearly 3,000 yards in 2025, coming within 47 yards of also cracking the 1,000-yard plateau in rushing. If he can improve on his accuracy, King could be a top prospect to keep your eyes on into next season.

Haynes King's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 212 lbs.
- Hand: 9"
- Arm: 31 7/8"
Haynes King's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.46
- 10-Yard Split: 1.56
- Vertical Jump: 33.5"
- Broad Jump: 9'8"
- 3-Cone Drill: 6.89
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.17
- Bench Press: n/a
13. Luke Altmyer
Luke Altmyer NFL Draft Profile
- College: Illinois
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Starkville, MS
A three-year starter with upside, Luke Altmyer led Illinois' resurgence. We've seen him excel in the Fighting Illini's passing schemes, and he is more cerebral than some of the other prospects listed ahead of him. Size is an issue, and NFL defensive lines could eat him up. There are more than a few teams that are willing to see what he can do in offseason workouts.

Luke Altmyer's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 210 lbs.
- Hand: 9"
- Arm: 29 7/8"
Luke Altmyer's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.72
- 10-Yard Split: 1.66
- Vertical Jump: 32"
- Broad Jump: 9'6"
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
14. Behren Morton
Behren Morton NFL Draft Profile
- College: Texas Tech
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Eastland, TX
Behren Morton enters the draft as more of a project than a proven talent. The Texas native has missed time due to injuries, affecting his production from year to year. Still, he's got a good arm and has excelled in pass-first looks. If he can improve his coverage reads and overcome his injury history, Morton could be a standout prospect to watch.

Behren Morton's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'2"
- Weight: 221 lbs.
- Hand: 9 1/2"
- Arm: 30 5/8"
Behren Morton's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: n/a
- 10-Yard Split: n/a
- Vertical Jump: n/a
- Broad Jump: n/a
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: n/a
- Bench Press: n/a
15. Joe Fagnano
Joe Fagnano NFL Draft Profile
- College: UConn
- Class: Senior
- Hometown: Williamsport, PA
One of the more unheralded quarterbacks in the draft, there's plenty to like about Joe Fagnano. He led UConn's resurgence and has the physical attributes to excel in the pro game. It will be interesting to see how he adapts to NFL defenses, but with the right coaching, Fagnano could blossom into an NFL backup with upside.

Joe Fagnano's Combine Measurements
- Height: 6'3"
- Weight: 226 lbs.
- Hand: 9 1/4"
- Arm: 31 3/8"
Joe Fagnano's Combine Results
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.83
- 10-Yard Split: 1.67
- Vertical Jump: 35"
- Broad Jump: 9'10"
- 3-Cone Drill: n/a
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.35
- Bench Press: n/a
The Best of the Rest
These are our Top 10 Quarterback prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft!
1. Fernando Mendoza, Indiana
2. Ty Simpson, Alabama
3. Garrett Nussmeier, LSU
4. Carson Beck, Miami (FL)
5. Drew Allar, Penn State
6. Taylen Green, Arkansas
7. Sawyer Robertson, Baylor
8. Cade Klubnik, Clemson
9. Cole Payton, North Dakota State
10. Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt
11. Joey Aguilar, Tennessee
12. Haynes King, Georgia Tech
13. Luke Altmyer, Illinois
14. Behren Morton, Texas Tech
15. Joe Fagnano, UConn
And, the best of the rest (sorted alphabetically). While some have mentioned they are staying in college, a lot can change between now and selection day.

Hank Brown
Zach Calzada
Jalon Daniels
Kyle Drones
Kevin Jennings
Miller Moss
Drew Pin
Kaiden Salter
Blake Shapen
Jeff Sims
Matt Sluka
Gunner Stockton
Preston Stone
Tyler Van Dyke
Connor Weigman