“Don't think he's going to be Tom Brady”: Quinn Ewers' NFL future in limbo, gets hit with harsh reality check after shaky performance

Quinn Ewers, once seen as a top NFL prospect, is facing a tough reality check as scouts and analysts question whether he's ready for the next level. Despite strong numbers at Texas over 3,400 passing yards and 31 touchdowns in 2024 his inconsistency and high interception rate (12 in one season) have raised red flags.

Former ESPN analyst Todd McShay bluntly suggested Quinn Ewers should return to college for a year and even consider transferring to better develop his skills. McShay said most NFL insiders agree he's not quite ready, and some even think he might benefit more from additional college experience than jumping into the pros now.

Ewers' final college season was a rollercoaster. He missed multiple games due to injury, and the rapid emergence of Arch Manning only intensified the spotlight creating a pressure-cooker environment that would challenge even the most experienced quarterbacks.
Despite the setbacks, Ewers handled the season with composure, using the adversity as a learning curve. In a recent interview, he showed no lack of confidence, stating, “I believe I’m the best in this class and the most NFL-ready because of everything I’ve faced.” However, not all analysts share his optimism, with many questioning whether his game truly measures up to the next level.
At the NFL Combine, Ewers tried to prove doubters wrong, but concerns remained. Scouts questioned his physical readiness and his ability to throw into tight NFL windows under pressure. His last game for Texas, a loss to Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl, didn’t help his case either despite two touchdowns, turnovers and a shaky performance in key moments.
As the NFL Draft nears, opinions on Quinn Ewers’ future continue to divide experts. On the Football With Friends podcast, analyst Cody Carpentier offered a grounded perspective, one that shifts away from lofty comparisons and instead focuses on long-term potential.

"Is Quinn going to be a quarterback coach? I don't think he's going to be Tom Brady. I don't think he'll have a 20-year career. But I think you might get a decade out of it," Carpentier considered. Instead of drawing parallels to legendary players, Carpentier compared Ewers to Jordan Palmer, the former UTEP quarterback who didn’t shine on the field but found his niche as a coach. Palmer now leads quarterback development in the XFL.
Co-host Alex Dunlap saw things a bit differently, likening Ewers to Colt McCoy. He noted that, like McCoy, Ewers has that rare ability to connect with a team and naturally step into a leadership role traits that could serve him well, both on and off the field.
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In the end, while Quinn Ewers' future in the NFL remains uncertain, the conversation around him reflects both the high expectations and the grounded realism that comes with evaluating a young quarterback. Whether he becomes a long-term starter, a reliable backup, or eventually transitions into a coaching role, one thing is clear: his journey is just beginning, and the football world will be watching closely.