QUARTERBACKS WITH THE QUICKEST RELEASE 2026 NFL Draft

2026 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.

2026 Quarterbacks ranked by RELEASE SPEED

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

Dylan
Lonergan

QB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
94 57 0 0 62
70.0
2

Hank
Brown

QB
Iowa   Mascot
Iowa Mascot
94 56 56 78 57
69.0
3

Austin
Novosad

QB
Oregon   Mascot
Oregon Mascot
94 67 65 0 58
77.5
4

Haynes
King

QB
Georgia Tech   Mascot
Georgia Tech Mascot
94 75 82 91 79
78.5
5

Garrett
Nussmeier

QB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
94 83 88 98 76
90.1
6

Arch
Manning

QB
Texas   Mascot
Texas Mascot
92 84 90 90 88
93.4
7

Miller
Moss

QB
Louisville   Mascot
Louisville Mascot
90 76 84 82 67
81.4
8

Carson
Beck

QB
Miami   Mascot
Miami Mascot
88 77 79 91 63
85.1
9

Dylan
Morris

QB
James Madison   Mascot
James Madison Mascot
86 59 71 78 52
73.2
10

Malachi
Nelson

QB
UTEP   Mascot
UTEP Mascot
85 64 72 69 54
81.3
11

Cade
Klubnik

QB
Clemson   Mascot
Clemson Mascot
85 75 82 84 64
88.5
12

Jaden
Rashada

QB
Georgia   Mascot
Georgia Mascot
85 49 35 72 61
78.0
13

Sam
Huard

QB
Utah   Mascot
Utah Mascot
84 72 74 88 53
74.0
14

Sawyer
Robertson

QB
Baylor   Mascot
Baylor Mascot
84 69 72 79 67
72.0
15

Blake
Shapen

QB
Mississippi State   Mascot
Mississippi State Mascot
84 74 84 82 57
76.0
16

Dante
Moore

QB
Oregon   Mascot
Oregon Mascot
83 57 65 80 50
79.9
17

Gunner
Stockton

QB
Georgia   Mascot
Georgia Mascot
82 58 59 64 54
73.0
18

Jackson
Arnold

QB
Auburn   Mascot
Auburn Mascot
82 66 70 66 67
82.1
19

Ty
Simpson

QB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
82 66 70 72 72
78.9
20

Jake
Garcia

QB
East Carolina   Mascot
East Carolina Mascot
82 54 57 68 65
72.0