Exciting Prospects for College Football Quarterbacks in 2025
As the 2025 college football season approaches, attention is turning to Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning, who carries not just talent but a noteworthy legacy. His famous last name brings with it expectations, especially as he faces the Ohio State Buckeyes, the reigning national champions, to kick off the season.
However, amidst all the excitement surrounding Manning, it’s easy to overlook other standout quarterbacks who may be just as impressive, if not more so.
Garrett Nussmeier, LSU Tigers
Garrett Nussmeier has made a significant impact in LSU’s offense under coach Brian Kelly, throwing for 4,502 yards and 29 touchdowns last season. The pressure is on for him this year, especially with a challenging matchup against No. 4 Clemson looming on the schedule.
Cade Klubnik, Clemson Tigers
On the other side, Kade Klubnik will be under the spotlight at Clemson. Having led his team to an ACC Championship and into the college football playoffs, he finished last season with 3,639 yards and 36 touchdown passes. As he enters what may be his final season at Clemson, expectations are high.
Lanorris Sellers, South Carolina Gamecocks
Lanorris Sellers is turning heads after a standout season where he played a key role in South Carolina’s victories, including wins against Alabama and Clemson. In 2024, he tallied 2,534 yards and 18 touchdowns through the air, along with some impressive rushing stats. As the Gamecocks gear up for their opener against Virginia Tech, many are eager to see how he performs.
Julian Sayin, Ohio State Buckeyes
Transitioning over to Ohio State, Julian Sayin steps up to defend the national title. After moving from Alabama, he secured the quarterback position and now heads into a high-stakes game against Manning. With talented teammates like Jeremiah Smith and Kernel Tate, he has the potential for a breakout season.
Drew Allar, Penn State Nittany Lions
Drew Allar is another name to watch this season. He’s considered a top prospect for the next NFL draft after throwing for 3,327 yards and 24 touchdowns last year. The memory of a narrow loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl still lingers, making this season pivotal for Allar and the Nittany Lions.
DJ Lagway, Florida Gators
In Florida, DJ Lagway emerges as the potential star under Billy Napier. With a promising start in 2024—1,915 yards and 12 touchdown passes—the pressure is on for him to lead the Gators to more wins this season as they kick off against Long Island.
Sam Leavitt, Arizona State Sun Devils
Finally, Sam Leavitt has made quite a name for himself during his freshman year. With 2,885 passing yards and 24 touchdowns, he was instrumental in helping Arizona State reach the college football playoffs. Under new head coach Kenny Dillingham, expectations are set high as they start the season ranked 11th in the country.
As the season unfolds, these quarterbacks, alongside Arch Manning, will certainly bring excitement to the gridiron. Each one has their unique journey and challenges ahead, promising a thrilling college football experience.
