The Philadelphia Eagles are at a crossroads this draft season, and the quarterback position is front and center. With a quarterback class that many scouts seem underwhelmed by, the NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday surprisingly turned heads—could the Eagles find their next signal-caller here? Let’s dive into five prospects who might catch their eye, each bringing something unique to the table.
Drew Allar from Penn State is keeping it simple: he’s focused on throwing. Recovering from an ankle injury that sidelined him last season, Allar showcased his arm strength during the Combine, particularly on deep routes. “If I had to play a game today, I could get it done,” he confidently stated. But here’s where it gets interesting: Allar, like most in this class, may not see the field until August exhibition games—unless you’re Fernando Mendoza, the projected first overall pick, who’s expected to start Day 1 for the Raiders. Is Allar worth the wait for a team like the Eagles?
Garrett Nussmeier, son of former Eagles QB coach Doug Nussmeier, played through an injury at LSU that left him with a stabbing pain every time he threw. “It was pretty evident how much it affected me,” he admitted. After retraining his mechanics, Nussmeier could be a Day 2 pick, and the Eagles’ familiarity with him might make him an appealing option. But is a player who’s already had to overcome injury setbacks the right long-term investment?
Taylen Green from Arkansas stole the show with his athleticism, posting a 43½-inch vertical jump and a 4.36 40-yard dash—both historic marks for a quarterback. At 6-7, 227 pounds, he’s a physical specimen. However, his throwing accuracy left much to be desired, with balls often sailing high or arriving late. Could his raw tools outweigh his inconsistencies? He’s a Day 3 prospect, but his potential is undeniable.
Cade Klubnik, once the top-ranked quarterback at Clemson, struggled during the season but redeemed himself with impressive accuracy at the Combine. A dual-threat QB, he surprisingly didn’t run drills, leaving questions about his mobility. Is he a diamond in the rough or a product of unmet expectations?
Ty Simpson, considered the second-best QB in the draft, looked like the best during drills. Yet, he’s projected to fall to the second round—possibly too early for the Eagles’ liking. Would the Eagles trade up for him, or is he a risk they’re not willing to take?
Historically, quarterbacks have dominated the first round, with nine going first overall in the last 11 drafts. The last time only one QB went in the first round was 2013 (E.J. Manuel), and the last time none were taken in the first round was 1996. Could this be the year the trend breaks?
The Eagles know the importance of the quarterback position, but this draft class presents more questions than answers. Do they take a chance on raw potential, bet on a player with injury concerns, or look elsewhere? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—who do you think the Eagles should target? And this is the part most people miss: Is this quarterback class truly as underwhelming as scouts say, or are we overlooking hidden gems?
