Fran Duffy’s Top 10 college QBs: Where do Arch Manning, Drew Allar rank?

After passing through the arid desert that was the 2025 quarterback class, the group of eligible passers for 2026 presents teams with a lush oasis. Chock full of varying skillsets, proven college production and tantalizing upside, this group rightfully has evaluators excited for the fall, with several names being discussed as first-round possibilities for next spring.
The reality is that a handful of these players on this list will return to school for the 2026 season and, truthfully, I hope most of them do. I went on the record last season saying that I believe most quarterbacks should exhaust their college eligibility before entering the league, soaking up every cent they can earn via NIL ...