The college football season is just around the corner, allowing us to confidently rank the top quarterbacks entering Week 0. With numerous transfers and recruitments altering rosters, depth charts are now more settled than ever.
Here are the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 college football season, according to FOX Sports Research:
1. Cade Klubnik (Clemson) – The Heisman candidate from last season is looking to repeat with impressive numbers.
2. Arch Manning (Texas) – With Coach Steve Sarkisian guiding him, Manning has the potential to unlock his full talent and take the top spot.
3. Garrett Nussmeier (LSU) – A favorite for the Heisman bid, Nussmeier aims to cut down interceptions and deliver a standout season.
4. John Mateer (Oklahoma) – The transfer from Washington State brings explosive numbers, including 44 combined touchdowns in 2024.
5. LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina) – Expecting a massive leap forward after opting to stay with the Gamecocks.
6. Drew Allar (Penn State) – Surprisingly returning after being expected to enter the NFL Draft, Allar hopes to lead his team to a national title.
7. Carson Beck (Miami) – Transferring from Georgia, Beck aims to improve on last season’s solid numbers and minimize turnovers.
8. DJ Lagway (Florida) – This ranking is based on potential, as Lagway showed remarkable physical tools in limited appearances last season.
9. Sam Leavitt (Arizona State) – With a new level of competition, Leavitt must hit 30 touchdown passes to secure his spot among the nation’s best.
10. Josh Hoover (TCU) – After a breakout season with nearly 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns, Hoover looks to build upon that success.
Honorable mentions include Rocco Becht, Iowa State; Luke Altmeyer, Illinois; Taylen Green, Arkansas; Devon Dampier, Utah; Kevin Jennings, SMU; Avery Johnson, Kansas State; Chandler Morris, Virginia; Behren Morton, Texas Tech; Sawyer Robertson, Baylor; Maddux Madsen, Boise State.
Source: https://www.foxsports.com/stories/college-football/top-10-qbs-heading-2025-season