The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy gives his top 10 quarterbacks in this year’s NFL draft, based on evaluations and conversations with people around the league:
1. Cam Ward, Miami, 6-2, 219
Former zero-star recruit played two years apiece at Incarnate Word and Washington State. Big-armed, sturdily built downfield playmaker whose risk-taking needs to be reeled in. Buys time outside the pocket and throws from varied delivery points. High ceiling. No-nonsense attitude.
Two frequent descriptions: accurate and tough. Throws well on the move. Holds the ball too long when a play is dead (99 sacks over last two seasons). Ready to start Week 1. Lacks father Deion’s athleticism, but has the swagger DNA.
3. Jaxson Dart, Mississippi, 6-2, 223
Dual threat played in read-and-react RPO offense not easily translatable to NFL. Led SEC in completion percentage (69.3) and passing yards (4,279). Footwork needs refining. NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah compared him to Jalen Hurts in frame, leadership and competitiveness.
