Cam Miller QB North Dakota State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Cam Miller QB North Dakota State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| PLAY STYLE: Mobile Pocket Passer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 01/17/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (56%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Mobile Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 01/17/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (56%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 80.7 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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65% |
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| Release Speed: |
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81% |
| Short Passing: |
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90% |
| Medium Passing: |
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96% |
| Long Passing: |
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100% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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81% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#264
Position rank:
#14
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| College Games: 49 College Snaps: 2583 | ||
Draft Profile: Bio
Born into the winning tradition of Iowa high school football, Cam Miller transformed from a record-setting dual-threat quarterback at Solon High into the latest cornerstone of North Dakota State's quarterback factory. After taking over the starting role midway through 2021, Miller authored a remarkable 45-11 record while becoming the program's all-time passing leader with 9,084 yards. His masterful senior campaign culminated in a second national championship, posting a 72% completion rate with 31 touchdowns against just four interceptions.The 6'1", 212-pound signal-caller saved his best for last in 2024, orchestrating a vintage championship performance against Montana State with four total touchdowns while completing 19 of 22 passes. His evolution from efficient game manager to confident playmaker mirrors the development path of former Bison quarterbacks, though Miller's precise accuracy and situational awareness set him apart from his predecessors.
Beyond the stats that jump off the page - including 74 career passing touchdowns and 44 rushing scores - Miller's cerebral command of the offense shows in the details. His 38 consecutive starts yielded a deep understanding of defensive tendencies, while his baseball background as a pitcher (0.60 ERA in high school) translates to consistent throwing mechanics and tight spiral control.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus mental processing with high-level diagnostic skills - decodes coverages pre-snap and shows nuanced understanding of leverage in zone coverage
- Clean footwork through his drops with repeatable mechanics in both shotgun and under-center snaps - no wasted motion in setup
- Plus ball placement on drive throws between the hashes, consistently hits receivers in stride and throws with anticipation to beat underneath defenders
- High-end pocket navigation skills - climbs with purpose and maintains throwing base while sliding laterally to find clean launch points
- Shows good functional mobility when plays break down - keeps eyes downfield through scramble drill and delivers strikes on off-platform throws
- Natural chain-mover who excels in situational football - converts at a high clip on third downs and in red zone packages
- Built-in durability with thick lower half - absorbs contact well and maintains balance through contact when extending plays
- Plus leadership traits and command presence - runs the show at the line and consistently gets offense into correct protections/checks
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Limited juice on boundary throws - ball tends to hang on deep outs and fade routes outside the numbers
- Below-threshold size for the position - frame is likely maxed out and could struggle with batting at the line against NFL length
- Average to below-average second-reaction athlete - won't consistently stress edge defenders when forced off spot
- Can get stuck on primary read against simulated pressures - needs to show better route progression tempo versus NFL disguise packages
- Lacks ideal tools to consistently push the ball vertically - will need scheme help to challenge deep third defenders
- FCS competition level means a steeper learning curve ahead, will need time to adjust to dramatically faster game speed and complex coverages
Scouting Report: Summary
Miller presents as a high-floor, low-ceiling prospect who should transition smoothly into a backup role from day one. His advanced mental processing and proven production in a pro-style system mean minimal developmental runway needed - he can step in and operate an NFL offense immediately.While physical limitations cap his ceiling as a potential long-term starter, Miller's plus accuracy and veteran command presence project him as one of the more pro-ready Day 3 quarterbacks in this class. His ideal fit remains in a timing-based system that emphasizes rhythm throws and quick game concepts where his precise ball placement and diagnostic skills can shine.
His combination of high football character, proven durability, and refined mechanics makes him a valuable QB2 target in the fourth or fifth round for teams seeking an experienced backup who can maintain offensive efficiency when called upon. The floor is notably high for a Day 3 prospect, even if the physical tools suggest a limited ceiling at the next level.
How other scouting services rate Cam Miller (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
264.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
18.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.