Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) throws a pass in the 2022 Alamo Bowl against the Washington Huskies at the Alamodome. Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports
Quinn Ewers QB Texas | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Quinn Ewers QB Texas
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 02/24/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.74 seconds (69%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 21.11 DOB: 03/15/2003 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 02/24/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.74 seconds (69%*) | |
| Age: 21.11 DOB: 03/15/2003 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.0 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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79% |
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| Release Speed: |
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92% |
| Short Passing: |
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79% |
| Medium Passing: |
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85% |
| Long Passing: |
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99% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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63% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#90
Position rank:
#4
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| College Games: 34 College Snaps: 2209 | ||
ESPN RATING: 95/100
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247 RATING: 98/100
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RIVALS RATING: 6.1 (100%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Bo Nix - Oregon |
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78% |
| Kenny Pickett - Pittsburgh |
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77% |
| C.J. Stroud - Ohio State |
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74% |
Draft Profile: Bio
The golden-armed kid from Southlake, Texas took an unprecedented path to the NFL draft. After receiving his first D1 offer in sixth grade from North Texas, Ewers blossomed into the nation's top-ranked recruit at Carroll Senior High School, where he amassed 6,445 passing yards and 73 touchdowns in just 22 games. His pursuit of NIL opportunities led him to reclassify and enroll early at Ohio State, where he took just two snaps before transferring back home to Texas.Ewers' three-year reign as the Longhorns' starter produced 7,378 passing yards and 56 touchdowns while leading Texas to consecutive College Football Playoff appearances. His junior campaign featured a record-breaking 452-yard performance in the Big 12 Championship and a five-touchdown showcase against Florida. Most impressively, he led Texas to eight straight road wins, including statement victories at Michigan and Alabama.
The 2024 season saw Ewers earn Maxwell Award and Walter Camp semifinalist honors while maintaining a 20-game touchdown streak, second only to Colt McCoy in program history. Despite a controversial mid-season benching against Georgia, he bounced back to lead Texas to the SEC Championship game and ultimately finished with 27 career wins, surpassing McCoy for the most in school history.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Shows exceptional touch and timing on intermediate throws when working from a clean pocket - consistently hits receivers in stride between the numbers
- Masterful ball-handler who sells play-action fakes with rare authenticity - freezes second-level defenders and creates throwing windows
- Natural rhythm passer who thrives in the 10-20 yard range - displays surgical accuracy when footwork aligns with throwing platform
- Road warrior mentality shows up in the stats - eight straight wins in hostile environments with a 15:1 TD/INT ratio
- Creates throwing lanes with diverse arm angles - shows craftiness working around pressure when maintaining composure
- Quick-twitch release allows him to beat defensive backs to spots - ball comes out hot on timing routes
- Demonstrates bounce-back ability after adversity - responded to Georgia benching with three straight multi-touchdown games
- Commands respect in the huddle - teammates consistently praise his competitive fire and leadership presence
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks consistency and touch in the short passing game - simple screens and dump-offs become adventures too often
- Limited mobility and rushing ability severely restrict offensive flexibility - cannot threaten defenses with his legs
- Field vision deteriorates rapidly under pressure - fails to process through progressions when pocket gets muddy
- Concerning injury history with multiple upper body issues - durability questions dating back to high school
- Decision-making regressed significantly in 2024 - forces too many throws into coverage trying to create explosive plays
Scouting Report: Summary
The painful truth about Quinn Ewers' 2024 campaign is that it likely cost him millions. A potential first-round pick entering the season, his stock tumbled as the same tantalizing arm talent that made him special was overshadowed by persistent inconsistency in the short game and questionable decision-making under duress.His ideal landing spot will be with a vertical passing attack that can maximize his exceptional deep ball accuracy and quick release while minimizing his exposure in the short game. A team like the Raiders or Saints could view him as an intriguing developmental prospect - the rare Day 2 quarterback who already possesses elite traits in specific areas.
The boom-or-bust nature of Ewers' game makes him a fascinating prospect in the middle rounds. While his ceiling remains sky-high thanks to special arm talent, his floor is concerningly low given his limitations. A team betting on his upside will need patience and a scheme tailored to emphasize downfield passing while protecting him from his weaknesses.
Written By:
Eli Cooper (Big 12)
Quinn Ewers percentiles vs other Quarterbacks (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Quinn Ewers (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
88.4
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
7.0
*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.