QUARTERBACKS WITH THE QUICKEST RELEASE 2022 NFL Draft

2022 QUARTERBACKS WITH THE QUICKEST RELEASE

Quick release is a critical attribute for quarterbacks to evade oncoming rushes and deliver the ball with precision under pressure. Quarterbacks like Dan Marino, who played for the Miami Dolphins, and Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers are renowned for their lightning-fast release speeds that have repeatedly left defenses scrambling to adjust. Such an ability not only reduces the chances of sacks but also ensures that the play continues fluidly, giving the receivers more opportunities to make plays.

In the analysis below, we delve into the mechanics of current collegiate quarterbacks who are distinguishing themselves with their rapid release. By examining metrics such as time-to-throw, release velocity, and completion rate under pressure, we can gain insights into how these signal-callers leverage their quick arm actions to maintain an edge on the field. These statistics not only highlight the technical proficiency of these athletes but also underscore the strategic advantage of a quick release in the fast-paced nature of the game.

2022 Quarterbacks ranked by RELEASE SPEED

RANK Player Pos Team RELEASE SHORT MEDIUM LONG RUSH/SCRAMBLE Rating
1

Aqeel
Glass

QB
Alabama A&M   Mascot
Alabama A&M Mascot
90 63 59 57 60
59.0
2

Jack
Coan

QB
Notre Dame   Mascot
Notre Dame Mascot
85 73 83 80 60
76.3
3

Carson
Strong

QB
Nevada   Mascot
Nevada Mascot
85 78 85 89 44
86.1
4

Zerrick
Cooper

QB
Jacksonville State   Mascot
Jacksonville State Mascot
84 64 69 65 51
59.4
5

EJ
Perry

QB
Brown   Mascot
Brown Mascot
83 72 70 86 80
76.4
6

Matt
Corral

QB
Ole Miss   Mascot
Ole Miss Mascot
83 79 90 95 75
87.1
7

Desmond
Ridder

QB
Cincinnati   Mascot
Cincinnati Mascot
83 69 77 84 70
86.1
8

Felix
Harper

QB
Alcorn State   Mascot
Alcorn State Mascot
81 68 76 80 61
52.0
9

Davis
Cheek

QB
Elon   Mascot
Elon Mascot
81 62 55 87 54
64.0
10

Bailey
Zappe

QB
Western Kentucky   Mascot
Western Kentucky Mascot
81 71 73 87 47
80.3
11

Cole
Kelley

QB
SE Louisiana   Mascot
SE Louisiana Mascot
79 73 82 85 63
55.0
12

Dustin
Crum

QB
Kent State   Mascot
Kent State Mascot
79 70 80 87 83
75.8
13

Brock
Purdy

QB
Iowa State   Mascot
Iowa State Mascot
79 77 87 76 65
85.9
14

Sam
Howell

QB
North Carolina   Mascot
North Carolina Mascot
77 79 91 91 89
86.1
15

McKenzie
Milton

QB
Florida State   Mascot
Florida State Mascot
76 65 71 75 50
75.4
16

Kaleb
Eleby

QB
Western Michigan   Mascot
Western Michigan Mascot
73 64 74 77 42
74.0
17

Levi
Lewis

QB
Louisiana   Mascot
Louisiana Mascot
72 62 68 80 65
74.2
18

Drew
Plitt

QB
Ball State   Mascot
Ball State Mascot
72 53 58 47 47
55.0
19

Skylar
Thompson

QB
Kansas State   Mascot
Kansas State Mascot
72 73 87 94 69
75.4
20

Kenny
Pickett

QB
Pittsburgh   Mascot
Pittsburgh Mascot
70 81 86 92 63
87.3