Las Vegas Raiders summer scouting: QB rankings

I broke down the 2027 scouting classes in my early summer scouting series, and the room has a ton of potential with a long list of potential standout players. I broke down the offense and defense in articles and I suggest reading those for a broad aspect of the room.

These rankings are extremely early, and they will evolve over not only the summer but the next 8-10 months throughout the season, and into draft season. Some lists will feature 10, 15, 20, or more ranked prospects but I’ll include others on the list below to note. The Raiders likely won’t need a QB, but it’s still crucial to know the class, and the Raiders will be doing the exact same thing

1. Dante Moore, Oregon – 6’3, 208, R-Jr
   • Moore has the makings of a franchise quarterback, and he could have declared in 2026 but a rough end of the year likely made the decision easier to return to Oregon. He has a prototypical frame, good athleticism, works the pocket well, and Moore is great when diagnosing pre snap pressure, coverages, and he’ll use his eyes to manipulate the defense well. He shows a good ability to operate out of structure, has a ton of arm talent, drives the ball well, and overall in terms of pure traits he’s the best in the class. Like others, Moore struggles in his post snap situations, he’ll be fooled by CBs outside the numbers, he forces throws, struggles when pressured, and he needs to do better not looking for the home run throw.
2. Arch Manning, Texas – 6’4, 219, Jr
   • Manning has been viewed as the best QB in the 2027 class since he was a high school senior, and while he has more development to go Manning has all the traits. He’s coming off his first starting season with a 62% completion rate, 3163 yards, 26 TD, and 7 interceptions. Manning has a great frame, he’s exceptionally athletic, works the pocket well, is able to diagnose pressure, and Manning shows tremendous pre snap tendences to ID coverages, backside angles, and manipulate defenders. He needs to do better at preventing forced throws, he’s inconsistent over the middle, and Manning doesn’t catch up to his pre snap tendencies as often as you’d like. He’ll likely continue to develop, and 2027 is a big season for him to cement himself at the top of the class.
3. CJ Carr, Notre Dame – 6’3, 210, R-So
   • I am a bit higher on Carr here, I also think Carr has a good shot to go back to college for the 2028 class. While not related to Derek Carr, there’s a lot of similar traits as a passer. Carr has a good frame, rocket of an arm, is able to layer and manipulate throws, he’s shown good accuracy, and his entire passing form is fluid, consistent, and clean. Carr drives his legs through the throw, generates a ton of velocity, shows a ton of pre snap tendencies, and understands coverages well. He’s a young quarterback, and continuing to build on his 2025 season will be crucial. Carr’s biggest struggle in 2026 was his consistent look to be “the guy” and he had a few bad reads when trying to play hero ball, he’ll also need to improve in the pocket, but coming off a 67% completion rate, 2741 yard, 24 TD, and 6 INT season there’s a ton of room.
4. Drake Lindsey, Minnesota – 6’6, 230, R-So
   • Lindsey is someone to note, and he should rise quicker than others believe. 2025 was his first year as a starter with 2400 yards, 18 TD, and 6 interceptions on a 63% completion rate. Lindsey has inconsistent technique, he’s not overly mobile, but he does understand the pocket well and can work to create room during the pass. Lindesy is smart, he reads defenses well both pre and post snap, maintains his composure under pressure, and mainly he has a rocket launcher on his arm. Lindesy generates a ton of velocity, has the ability to hit most throws on the field, works backside well, can lead receivers, shows good layering on throws, and he’s able to manipulate defenders. He’s a prototypical pocket passer, and in an era moving away from such his future may be tough to read but the talent and mental tendencies are NFL ready.
5. Drew Mestemaker, Oklahoma State – 6’4, 215, Jr
   • Mestemaker broke onto the scene with North Texas in 2026, he tossed a 69% completion rate, 34 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions. Mestemaker has exceptional arm talent, can hit any throw on the field, and the former walk on QB/punter has a tremendous path to continuing his future. Mestemaker needs to work on his pre snap abilities, and he’ll have a tendency to play hero ball which can lead to bad throws, interceptions, and plays that don’t succeed in the NFL but he’s creative, extends plays, and can work in the pocket well. Mestemaker shows a good frame, uses his full body in the throw, generates a ton of velocity, and he’s also a capable runner as well. The sky is the limit for Mestemaker, and in his first season at Oklahoma State, there’s a lot of upside in his future but I’d expect he’s likely in the 2028 class instead of 2027.
6. Trinidad Chambliss, Ole Miss – 6’1, 200, Sr
   • There’s no denying Chambliss really came out of no where in 2025. He entered the season at Ole Miss third on the depth chart after transferring from Ferris State (D2), then rose to the occasion with a 66% completion rate, nearly 4000 yards, 22 touchdowns, and three interceptions with production on the ground as well. He’s a quick quarterback, he has adequate arm strength, but a great understanding of defensive and offensive structure, is a creative playmaker, and he does a great job working on hitting concepts with clear pre snap looks. Chambliss is an older prospect, being 25 years old as a rookie, and 2026 is big to show he can continue to build on his first year in the SEC. Chambliss is athletic, he’ll work the pocket well, can play under pressure, and finds the open read. Chambliss is likely a late first, and was probably the same in 2026, but he’s shown NFL upside similar to Tyler Shough.
7. CJ Bailey, NC State – 6’6, 210, R-So
   • Bailey is extremely athletic, has a massive arm, and his technique is inconsitent but there’s a bright future ahead of him. He’ll need a breakthrough 2026 season to declare but he’s one to keep an eye on for 2028. Bailey’s talent as a runner, passer, and overall technique is reminiscing of Auburn Cam Newton at times.
8. Darian Mensah, Miami – 6’3, 215, R-Jr
9. Demond Williams, Washington – 6’0, 190, Jr
10. LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina – 6’3, 240, R-Jr
    • Sellers can easily land as a top five pick, he struggles under pressure, and 2025 was a poor season due to a ton of factors but the raw traits, athleticism, and flashes remain. An improved South Carolina offensive line, passing weapons, and structure are crucial in a very likely make it or break it year.
11. Jayden Maiava, USC – 6’4, 235, Sr
12. Julian Sayin, Ohio State – 6’1, 208, Sr
    • This is lower on Sayin than others would put him, I’m not overly high on Sayin. He’s a capable quarterback, his technique is consistent, but Sayin doesn’t flash with his pre/post snap technique, he has average arm talent, and Sayin doesn’t show a ton of ability to work out of structure, largely because he’s not been asked too. Sayin can easily rise this season, but he’s also one I look for in 2028 compared to 2027.
13. Byrum Brown, Auburn – 6’3, 235, Sr
14. John Mateer, Oklahoma – 6’1, 225, Sr
    • Seeking bounce back year off a hand injury in 2025 that limited him. Great athlete, changed his throwing form, stronger and drives the ball better, rushing game might be his best.
15. Sam Leavitt, LSU – 6’2, 206, R-Jr
    • Also seeking bounce back season after an injury in 2025. Now under Lane Kiffin at LSU, good scheme and weapons around him. Has first round talent at times, needs to be consistent.

Other Names to Know:

• Aiden Chiles, Northwestern – Transfer from Michigan State, athletic, average arm talent. Smart player, new system should help him
• DJ Lagway, Baylor – Exceptional athlete, has elite arm talent, ton of athleticism, lacks a ton of vision and mental traits. Has a lot to build on, but young
• Jaden Craig, TCU – Harvard transfer, extremely smart, good athlete, has adequate arm talent. Can win with his mental game, ton of potential ahead of him
• Gunner Stockton, Georgia
• Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech – Gambling? Top 7-8 talent in the class, off-field issues are a huge red flag
• Marcel Reed, Texas A&M
• Rocco Becht, Penn State
• Dylan Longeran, Rutgers
• Nick Iamaleava, UCLA
• Colton Joseph, Wisconsin – Old Dominion transfer, electric arm talent, athletic. Ability to translate vs complex defenses will be big. Upside is tremendous.