The regular season is reaching its conclusion for football, from college all the way to fantasy. Even though we're looking at the draft and the future, we should ensure that we savor and enjoy the moments we're in right now. Soon, it will be July, and we'll scrutinize every Instagram post for action. However, the work continues. So here is the current Dynasty Superflex Big Board and the top five 2025 rookie QBs you should know.
Quarterback isn't strong this year, but I will say it isn't quite as bad as the Kenny Pickett year. Guys with no question marks can still end up busts, and this class has many question marks. However, we do have lots of solid and experienced arms.
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 201
Strengths
Weaknesses
I've had bold takes about both Dillon Gabriel and Jaxson Dart.
Now, the word quality is doing a lot of work. But when you look at players like Gardner Minshew II and Brock Purdy, playing lots of football stands out and keeps you employed. Gabriel is undersized, and that can show up when he lacks the leverage to attack deep. However, when you hear the phrase "On time and on target," he might be the best in the group.
We've already witnessed what Daniel Lanning has done for Bo Nix and how well that fast processing translates to the NFL. Gabriel has the floor to be a priority backup, but don't be surprised to see him benefit from so many QB-needy teams and the lack of experience.
4. Jaxson Dart, QB (SR)
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 225
Strengths
- Good Processor
- Natural Feel For Pressure
Weaknesses
Where Gabriel has polish and few tools, Jaxson Dart is the opposite. He understands how to read and feel pressure to navigate a pocket and is unafraid to attack the defense deep. However, his footwork and release are rather sloppy. Cleaning up his mechanics and learning to transfer his weight from his feet to behind the ball would aid his velocity and deep ball placement.
It's bold to assume he can improve something like release speed, but we've seen worse mechanics cleaned up before. He currently profiles as a late-round backup, but I see a lot of Gardner Minshew II in his game.
3. Cam Ward, Miami (SR)
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 223
Strengths
- Accuracy
- Velocity
- Playmaking Off Schedule
Weaknesses
I still think Cam Ward will get many of us in trouble. He has the production, the mechanics, and a "hooper" mentality that makes him a winner and creative playmaker…in college. But I have serious concerns about how well that will translate to the next level.
Ward always plays off schedule, rarely sees the field, and throws with anticipation. I'm not saying this can't be fixed, but it's a bad habit that is even more apparent than in my QB1. To be fair, this seems to be an increasingly frequent problem for most young quarterbacks entering the league. This is also something that can be learned, but it depends on how quickly that happens or how patient a team will be as he figures it out. Am I saying he's a bad quarterback? Not at all. I just want you to temper your expectations since every other scout and I have been warning you about this class. The NFL is fast, QB is a difficult position, and we've gotten in the habit of expecting championship windows to open after a rookie QB steps in immediately.
2. Drew Allar, Penn State (JR)
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 235
Strengths
- Size
- Velocity
- Accuracy
- Anticipation
Weaknesses
- Playmaking Off Schedule
- Play Extension
I'm fairly close to moving Drew Allar up to QB1. He has prototypical size, a live arm, and plays like the best processor of the bunch. He'd be having a monster season if he didn't have the worst receiving cast as well.
I have few worries about his tools as a passer, but in today's NFL, Shedeur Sanders is considered the mobility floor. Allar is worse than that. He isn't Michigan Tom Brady unathletic, but it will limit his overall fantasy upside without a safe rushing floor.
1. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado (SR)
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 216
Strengths
- Accuracy
- Velocity
- Playmaking Off Schedule
Weaknesses
I've been a staunch defender of Shedeur Sanders throughout the season, and I still hold some strong convictions. He's a leader and makes the most of his offense even despite the adversity around him. Moreover, his Hall of Fame father and coach instilled old-school, open accountability principles into his team, which may seem like blame for some.
His deep ball accuracy and velocity will likely outweigh most of those concerns. Sanders has an NFL arm and flashes pre/post-snap processing. The keyword is "flash" because there are games with lapses in progression. He'll fixate on his first read and take sacks without working through his reads. If he can get through that, I wouldn't be surprised if we have a future ROTY.
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