Is Tyler Shough predicted to be a top quarterback pick in the NFL Draft?

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 16, 2025, 17:14 IST

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Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough is generating buzz ahead of the NFL draft. Experts consider him a top prospect. He has met with several clubs. Some coaches believe he could be the best quarterback in the draft. Shough is known for his strong arm and quick release. He had a successful season with impressive stats. Fans are excited about his potential.

Is Tyler Shough predicted to be a top quarterback pick in the NFL Draft?

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With the impending NFL draft, Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough is a hot topic right now. Many have debated his prospects as one of the leading drafts this season. The star has created a buzz playing for teams such as Oregon, Texas Tech, and Louisville. While only time will tell if he makes the first-round pick, we are assessing if he is a player who deserves more spotlight.

Does Louisville star Tyler Shough have a shot at the first round?

At the young age of 26, Tyler Shough has proved his mettle which has led fans to believe that he might have interesting prospects at the NFL draft. According to Jeff Duncan from NOLA.com, the sportsman has met with multiple clubs who have labeled him as one of the top quarterback prospects this season. Additionally, Dianna Russini has also alluded to the fact that a coach shared that he might be this draft's best quarterback.

The race to become a first-draft quarterback comes with tough competition from Cam Ward. Both players have been regarded highly due to their performance. While it is unusual for him to become a first-round draft pick at the young age of 25, there are players such as Jayden Daniels, Bo Nix, and Michael Penix who were selected as rookies at the age of 24.

Shough is known for his strong arms and lightning-quick release. While he has only had one season, he is considered a more bankable player than Jaxson Dart or Jalen Milroe. The last season he was throwing for 3,195 yards with 23 touchdowns and six interceptions in the 12 games that he had played.
The NFL's official Instagram handle recently shared a carousel of Shough's top clips. Captioning the post, they wrote, "Are people sleeping on Louisville QB Tyler Shough? 2025 #NFLDraft - April 24-26 on NFLN/ESPN/ABC, Stream on #NFLPlus". Fans of Shough took to the comments section, showering praises on him. A user wrote, "Name a better QB in the draft... I'll wait !" Another user wrote, "People are sleeping on Louisville in general. Between Shough, Brooks, Ashton, and Quincy, Louisville has a good draft class, and can make some noise."
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