Quinn Ewers, quarterback for the Texas Longhorns, has signaled his intention to declare for the NFL draft. Speaking with ESPN’s College GameDay ahead of the Longhorns’ 28-14 loss to Ohio State in the College Football Playoff semifinals, Ewers expressed his expectation to move on to professional football. Though he left some ambiguity by saying, “We’ll see,” he emphasized that he doesn’t anticipate playing college football next season, suggesting his decision is nearly finalized.
According to sources close to Ewers, declaring for the draft has been part of his long-term plan since 2023. However, injuries and concerns about meeting NFL benchmarks for quarterback experience led him to delay until now. Having surpassed 25 career starts—a threshold considered crucial for quarterback development—Ewers is now poised to take the next step. The fourth-year senior began his career at Ohio State before transferring to Texas, where he has compiled an impressive 27-9 record over his collegiate career, including back-to-back College Football Playoff semifinal appearances.
Ewers capped his college season with 36 career starts and a strong individual performance against Ohio State, throwing for 283 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Over his career, he has accumulated 8,845 passing yards, 66 touchdowns, and a 65.1% completion percentage. Despite rumors of potential transfer opportunities for lucrative NIL deals, Ewers dismissed these as irrelevant, remaining focused on his current trajectory toward the NFL.
As a draft prospect, Ewers presents a unique profile that has sparked debate among scouts and executives. While some project him as a top-100 pick, others view him as needing to prove himself further during workouts and interviews. His development under Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, who runs a pro-style system with NFL influences, could enhance his appeal to NFL coaches. Some executives believe Ewers’ value will rise in the eyes of the coaching staff, who tend to assess players differently from scouts during the draft process.
Ewers’ college career has been a mix of achievements and challenges. He secured significant wins against high-profile teams like Alabama in 2023 and Michigan in 2024 but also faced setbacks due to injuries and inconsistencies. Despite throwing 29 touchdown passes and earning second-team All-SEC honors in 2024, his six interceptions in the final five games revealed areas for growth. As he transitions to preparing for the draft, Ewers will aim to showcase his strengths and address concerns to position himself as a top quarterback prospect.