The sophomore season often separates legitimate franchise quarterbacks from developmental projects. Some young passers now have improved supporting casts and greater organizational stability. Others face new coaching systems, roster concerns or competition for playing time.
Big Q evaluates:
Tyler Shough’s ceiling with the New Orleans Saints
Cam Ward’s development in Tennessee
Jaxson Dart’s expectations in New York
Shedeur Sanders’ opportunity and pressure
Dillon Gabriel’s potential role
Jalen Milroe’s development
Quinn Ewers and the late-round quarterback group
Which quarterback has the best supporting cast
Who could experience a Year 2 breakout
Who faces the greatest regression risk
Which young quarterback Big Q would build around
The 2025 quarterback class remains unsettled. The 2026 NFL season could completely reshape how the group is viewed.
