QUARTERBACKS WITH THE QUICKEST RELEASE 2023 NFL Draft

2023 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.

2023 Quarterbacks ranked by RELEASE SPEED

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

Tanner
McKee

QB
Stanford   Mascot
Stanford Mascot
95 76 76 88 59
84.8
2

Hendon
Hooker

QB
Tennessee   Mascot
Tennessee Mascot
93 85 88 99 88
87.8
3

Will
Levis

QB
Kentucky   Mascot
Kentucky Mascot
90 72 75 79 73
86.2
4

Aidan
O'Connell

QB
Purdue   Mascot
Purdue Mascot
88 70 74 77 54
77.5
5

Stetson
Bennett

QB
Georgia   Mascot
Georgia Mascot
88 78 87 96 72
82.2
6

C.J.
Stroud

QB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
87 88 90 99 61
92.0
7

Bryce
Young

QB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
81 88 96 96 70
93.6
8

Tim
DeMorat

QB
Fordham   Mascot
Fordham Mascot
80 77 84 88 53
57.0
9

Max
Duggan

QB
TCU   Mascot
TCU Mascot
79 74 79 91 73
78.0
10

Jaren
Hall

QB
BYU   Mascot
BYU Mascot
77 77 80 93 74
86.3
11

Jake
Haener

QB
Fresno State   Mascot
Fresno State Mascot
77 73 81 78 56
79.5
12

Dorian
Thompson-Rob...

QB
UCLA   Mascot
UCLA Mascot
76 69 74 60 76
84.9
13

Adrian
Martinez

QB
Kansas State   Mascot
Kansas State Mascot
75 68 79 81 83
74.0
14

Malik
Cunningham

QB
Louisville   Mascot
Louisville Mascot
75 69 75 73 81
76.6
15

Anthony
Richardson

QB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
75 64 81 95 89
87.5
16

Tanner
Morgan

QB
Minnesota   Mascot
Minnesota Mascot
73 72 78 68 62
73.7
17

Todd
Centeio

QB
James Madison   Mascot
James Madison Mascot
73 68 76 81 58
74.0
18

Sean
Clifford

QB
Penn State   Mascot
Penn State Mascot
72 64 73 70 58
61.3
19

Clayton
Tune

QB
Houston   Mascot
Houston Mascot
67 80 85 86 65
82.3