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Preview 2019: Quarterback Depth Chart Rankings 1-130


What teams have the best, worst, and in-between college football quarterback situations and depth charts?


Going into the rest of the offseason, the summer, and moving into fall camps, how do all the college football quarterback situations look?

Some teams will have a battle for the starting job that will be a daily story up until the opener, but some depth charts have a superstar starter and no real backup options.

Some teams have a slew of great prospects, but no sure thing No. 1.

This is loosely based on a combination of established starter – at the end of the day, having a next-level main man means everything – with a big boost given to the teams that have a great No. 2 option, too. Experience, young talent, and a strong pecking order matter, too.

And some teams – cough, Ohio State, cough – might have a great starter, but things might go off the rails in a hurry if the top guy goes down, so they get ranked a bit lower.

Basically, if you have an issue with the ranking, look at the No. 2 guy.

This will be changed throughout the offseason.

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130. Rice Owls

Current Projected Starter: Tom Stewart, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Wiley Green, Soph. 3) Evan Marshman, Soph.
C-USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

129. UMass Minutemen

Current Projected Starter: Michael Curtis, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Randall West, Jr.
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

128. San Jose State Spartans

Current Projected Starter: Josh Love, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Chance LaChappelle Fr., 2A) Nick Nash, Fr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

127. Akron Zips

Current Projected Starter: Kato Nelson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Robbie Kelley, Jr., 3) Drew Hodgson, Soph., 4) Alex Ramart, Soph.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

126. Texas State Bobcats

Current Projected Starter: Tyler Vitt, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Jaylen Gipson, Soph.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

125. UTSA Roadrunners

Current Projected Starter: Cordale Grundy, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Lowell Narcisse, Soph., 3) Jordan Weeks, Soph. 4) Suddin Sapien, Fr.
C-USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

124. South Alabama Jaguars

Current Projected Starter: Cephus Johnson, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Tylan Morton, Jr., 3) Tanner McGee, Fr., 3A) Desmond Trotter, Fr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

123. Ball State Cardinals

Current Projected Starter: Drew Plitt, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) John Paddock, Soph.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

122. Navy Midshipmen

Current Projected Starter: Dalen Morris, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Ben Glass, Soph, 2A) Tyger Goslin, Soph., 2B) Jacob Harrison, Sr.
NOTE: Malcolm Perry can play at QB, but will be more of an RB
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

121. Coastal Carolina Chanticleers

Current Projected Starter: Fred Payton, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Bryce Carpenter, Soph.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

120. UConn Huskies

Current Projected Starter: Marvin Washington, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Steven Krajewski, RFr., 3) Mike Beaudry, Jr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

119. UTEP Miners

Current Projected Starter: Kai Locksley, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Brandon Jones, Sr., 3) TJ Goodwin, Fr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart, Breakdowns

118. Eastern Michigan Eagles

Current Projected Starter: Mike Glass, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Isaac Stiebeling, Jr., 3) Aaron Jackson, RFr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

117. Georgia State Panthers

Current Projected Starter: Dan Ellington, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jack Walker, Soph., 3) Swift Lyle, RFr., 3B) Nick Iannone, RFr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

116. Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders

Current Projected Starter: Asher O’Hara, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Chase Cunningham, RFr., 2B) Chance Nolan, RFr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

115. Liberty Flames

Current Projected Starter: Stephen Calvert, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Johnathan Bennett, Fr., 3) Mason Cunningham, Jr.
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

114. New Mexico State Aggies

Current Projected Starter: Josh Adkins, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Matt Romero, Sr., 3) Cameron Matthews, Soph.
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

113. Wyoming Cowboys

Current Projected Starter: Tyler Vander Waal, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Sean Chambers, RFr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

112. Florida Atlantic Owls

Current Projected Starter: Nick Tronti, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Justin Agner, Jr., 3) Cordel Littlejohn, RFr.
NOTE: Sophomore Chris Robison is the starter if and when he’s back from suspension.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

111. Fresno State Bulldogs

Current Projected Starter: Jorge Reyna, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Steven Comstock, Fr., 2A) Ben Woolridge, RFr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

110. Georgia Southern Eagles

Current Projected Starter: Shai Werts, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Ivan Corbin, Jr., 2A) Jaalon Frazier, Jr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

109. Miami University RedHawks

Current Projected Starter: Alex Mazone, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jackson Williamson, Soph.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

108. Arkansas State Red Wolves

Current Projected Starter: Logan Bonner, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Carson Coats, Sr., 3) Coltin Clack, Fr., 3A) KaRon Coleman, Fr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

107. Buffalo Bulls

Current Projected Starter: Kyle Vantrease, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Dominic Johnson, Jr.. 3) Matt Myers, Fr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

106. Kent State Golden Flashes

Current Projected Starter: Woody Barrett, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Dustin Crum, Jr., 3) Pryce Taylor, Soph., 4) Marquez Glover, RFr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

105. Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns

Current Projected Starter: Levi Lewis, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jai’ave Magalei, Soph., 3) Clifton McDowell, Fr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

104. Bowling Green Falcons

Current Projected Starter: Jarret Doege, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Grant Loy, Jr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

103. Central Michigan Chippewas

Current Projected Starter: Quinten Dormady, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tommy Lazzaro, Sr., 3) David Moore, Jr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

102. East Carolina Pirates

Current Projected Starter: Holton Ahlers, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Reid Herring, Jr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

101. Charlotte 49ers

Current Projected Starter: Chris Reynolds, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Evan Shirreffs, Sr., 3) Brett Kean, Sr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart, Breakdowns

NEXT: Top 100

100. ULM Warhawks

Current Projected Starter: Caleb Evans, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) JT Jackson, Sr., 3) Colby Suits, RFr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

99. Old Dominion Monarchs

Current Projected Starter: Messiah deWeaver, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Stone Smartt, Jr., 3) Steven Williams, Soph., 4) Hayden Wolff, Fr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

98. UAB Blazers

Current Projected Starter: Tyler Johnston, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) David Hendrick, Jr., 3) Dylan Hopkins, RFr., 3A) Bryson Lucero, Fr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

97. FIU Golden Panthers

Current Projected Starter: James Morgan, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Kaylan Wiggins, Soph., 3) Caleb Lyman, RFr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart, Breakdowns

96. Nevada Wolf Pack

Current Projected Starter: Cristian Solano, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Malik Henry, Jr., 3) Carson Strong, RFr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

95. New Mexico Lobos

Current Projected Starter: Tevaka Tuioti, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Sheriron Jones, Sr., 3) Brandt Hughes, Jr., 3A) Will Heckman, RFr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

94. San Diego State Aztecs

Current Projected Starter: Ryan Agnew, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jordon Brookshire, Jr., 2A) Mark Salazar, Soph., 4) Carson Baker, Fr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

93. Southern Miss Golden Eagles

92. Current Projected Starter: Jack Abraham, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tate Whatley, Soph., 3) Jaden Johnson, Fr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart, Breakdowns

92. Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Current Projected Starter: Artur Sitkowski, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Cole Snyder, Fr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

91. WKU Hilltoppers

Current Projected Starter: Ty Storey, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Steven Duncan, Jr., 3) Davis Shanley, Soph.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

90. Air Force Falcons

Current Projected Starter: Donald Hammond, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Isaiah Sanders, Sr., 3) Beau English, Jr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

89. Colorado State Rams

Current Projected Starter: Collin Hill, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Patrick O’Brien, Jr., 3) Justice McCoy, Soph.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

88. Marshall Thundering Herd

Current Projected Starter: Isaiah Green, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Alex Thomson, Sr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

87. Northern Illinois Huskies

Current Projected Starter: Marcus Childers, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Ross Bowers, Jr., 3) Anthony Thompson, Jr., 4) Jiya Wright, RFr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

86. Troy Trojans

Current Projected Starter: Sawyer Smith, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Kaleb Barker, Sr., 3) Jacob Free, Soph., 4) Gunnar Watson, RFr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

85. Louisiana Tech Bulldogs

Current Projected Starter: J’Mar Smith, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Westin Elliott, Jr., 3) Aaron Allen, RFr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

84. Army Black Knights

Current Projected Starter: Kelvin Hopkins, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tyler Tyler, Soph., 2A) Jabari Laws, Soph., 2B) Christian Anderson, Soph., 2C) Mike Mbony, Soph
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

83. Temple Owls

Current Projected Starter: Anthony Russo, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Todd Centeio, Soph., 3) Trad Beatty, RFr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

82. Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Current Projected Starter: Zach Smith, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Seth Boomer, Soph., 3) Luke Skipper, Jr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

81. Boise State Broncos

Current Projected Starter: Hank Bachmeier, Fr.
Projected Backups: 2) Chase Cord, Soph., 3) Kaiden Bennett, RFr., 3A) Jaylon Henderson, Sr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

80. USF Bulls

Current Projected Starter: Blake Barnett, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Octavious Battle. Fr., 2A) Jordan McCloud, Fr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

79. Louisville Cardinals

Current Projected Starter: Malik Cunningham, Soph.
Projected Backups: 1A) Jawon Pass, Jr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

78. Kansas Jayhawks

Current Projected Starter: Thomas MacVittie, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Miles Kendrick, Jr., 2A) Carter Stanley, Sr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

77. Ohio Bobcats

Current Projected Starter: Nathan Rourke, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Joe Mischler, RFr., 3) Drew Keszei, Soph.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

76. Appalachian State Mountaineers

Current Projected Starter: Zac Thomas, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jacob Huesman, Jr., 3) Tanner Wilson, Soph., 4) David Baldwin, Fr.
Sun Belt Depth Chart Breakdowns

75. Cincinnati Bearcats

Current Projected Starter: Desmond Ridder, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Ben Bryant, Soph.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

74. Tulane Green Wave

Current Projected Starter: Justin McMillan, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Keon Howard, Jr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

73. Toledo Rockets

Current Projected Starter: Mitchell Guadagni, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Eli Peters, Jr., 3) Carter Bradley, RFr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

72. UNLV Rebels

Current Projected Starter: Armani Rogers, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Max Gilliam, Jr., 3) Kenyon Oblad, RFr.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

71. Western Michigan Broncos

Current Projected Starter: Jon Wassink, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Kaleb Eleby, Soph., 3) Alex Mussat, Sr.
MAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

70. Utah State Aggies

Current Projected Starter: Jordan Love, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Henry Colombi, Soph., 2A) Andrew Peasley, Soph.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

69. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors

Current Projected Starter: Cole McDonald, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Chevan Cordeiro, Soph.
MWest Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

68. BYU Cougars

Current Projected Starter: Zach Wilson, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Jaren Hall, Fr., 3) Joe Critchlow, Soph., 4) Baylor Romney, Fr.
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

67. North Texas Mean Green

Current Projected Starter: Mason Fine, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Kason Martin, Soph., 3) Austin Aune, RFr., 3A) Jason Bean, RFr.
Conference USA Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

66. Oregon State Beavers

Current Projected Starter: Jake Luton, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tristan Gebbia, Soph., 3) Jack Colletto, Jr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

65. Illinois Fighting Illini

Current Projected Starter: Isaiah Williams, Fr.
Projected Backups: 2) MJ Rivers, Soph., 3) Matt Robinson, RFr., 3A) Coran Taylor, RFr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

64. Cal Golden Bears

Current Projected Starter: Chase Garbers, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Devon Modster, Jr., 3) Jack Newman, Soph.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

63. Duke Blue Devils

Current Projected Starter: Quentin Harris, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Chris Katrenick, Soph., 3) Gunnar Holberg, RFr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

62. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Current Projected Starter: Lucas Johnson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tobias Oliver, Soph., 3) James Graham, RFr., 4) Demetrius Knight, Fr., 4A) Jordan Yates, Fr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

61. Kansas State Wildcats

Current Projected Starter: Skylar Thompson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) John Holcombe, RFr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

60. North Carolina Tar Heels

Current Projected Starter: Sam Howell, Fr.
Projected Backups: 2) Cade Fortin, Soph., 3) Jace Ruder, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

59. Vanderbilt Commodores

Current Projected Starter: Riley Neal, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Mo Hasan, Jr., 3) Deuce Wallace, Jr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

58. SMU Mustangs

Current Projected Starter: Shane Buechele, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) William Brown, Soph.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

57. Memphis Tigers

Current Projected Starter: Brady White, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Brady McBride, Soph., 3) Connor Adair, Soph., 3B) Markevion Quinn, Soph., 4) Sheldon Laymon, Fr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

56. Boston College Eagles

Current Projected Starter: Anthony Brown, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) EJ Perry, Jr., 3) Matt McDonald, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

55. Syracuse Orange

Current Projected Starter: Tommy DeVito, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Clayton Welch, Sr., 3) Rex Culpepper, Jr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

54. NC State Wolfpack

Current Projected Starter: Matt McKay, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Devin Leary, RFr., 2A) Bailey Hockman, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

53. Virginia Tech Hokies

Current Projected Starter: QB Ryan Willis, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Braxton Burmeister, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

52. UCLA Bruins

Current Projected Starter: Dorian Thompson-Robinson, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Austin Burton, Soph., 3) Chase Griffin, Fr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

51. Arizona State Sun Devils

Current Projected Starter: Dillon Sterling-Cole, Jr.
Projected Backups: 1A) Jayden Daniels, Fr., 3) Joey Yellen, Fr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

NEXT: Top 50

50. Pitt Panthers

Current Projected Starter: Kenny Pickett, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jeff George Jr. Sr., 2A) Nick Patti, RFr., 2B) Davis Beville, Fr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

49. TCU Horned Frogs

Current Projected Starter: Alex Delton, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Justin Rogers, RFr., 3) Michael Collins, Jr., 4) Max Duggan, Fr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

48. Minnesota Golden Gophers

Current Projected Starter: Tanner Morgan, Soph.
Projected Backups: 1A) Zack Annexstad, Soph.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

47. Wisconsin Badgers

Current Projected Starter: Graham Mertz, Fr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jack Coan, Jr., 3) Danny Vanden Boom, Soph., 4) Chase Wolf, Fr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

46. Michigan State Spartans

Current Projected Starter: Brian Lewerke, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Rocky Lombardi, Soph., 3) Theo Day, RFr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

45. Arkansas Razorbacks

Current Projected Starter: Nick Starkel, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Ben Hicks, Sr., 3) Connor Noland, RFr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

44. Ole Miss Rebels

Current Projected Starter: Matt Corral, RFr.
Projected Backups: 2) Kinkead Dent, Fr., 2A) Grant Tisdale, Fr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

43. Tennessee Volunteers

Current Projected Starter: Jarrett Guarantano, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) J.T. Shrout, RFr., 3) Brian Maurer, Fr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

42. Oklahoma State Cowboys

Current Projected Starter: Spencer Sanders, RFr.
Projected Backups: 1A) Dru Brown, Sr., 3) Brendan Costello, Fr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

41. Florida State Seminoles

Current Projected Starter: James Blackman, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Alex Hornibrook, Sr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

40. Penn State Nittany Lions

Current Projected Starter: Tommy Stevens, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Sean Clifford, Jr., 3) Ta’Quan Roberson, Fr., 3B) Michael Johnson, Fr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

39. West Virginia Mountaineers

Current Projected Starter: Austin Kendall, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Trey Lowe, RFr., 3) Jack Allison, Jr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

38. Northwestern Wildcats

Current Projected Starter: Hunter Johnson, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) TJ Green, Sr., 3) Aidan Smith, Jr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

37. Kentucky Wildcats

Current Projected Starter: Terry Wilson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Gunnar Hoak, Jr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

36. Wake Forest Demon Deacons

Current Projected Starter: Sam Hartman, Soph.
Projected Backups: 1A) Jamie Newman, Jr.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

35. Washington State Cougars

Current Projected Starter: Gage Gubrud, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Trey Tinsley, Sr., 2A) Anthony Gordon, Sr., 2B) Cammon Cooper, RFr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

34. UCF Knights

Current Projected Starter: Darriel Mack, Soph.
Projected Backups: 1A) Brandon Wimbush, Sr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

33. Baylor Bears

Current Projected Starter: Charlie Brewer, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Gerry Bohanon, Soph., 3) Jacob Zeno, Fr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

32. Indiana Hoosiers

Current Projected Starter: Jack Tuttle, RFr.
Projected Backups: 2) Peyton Ramsey, Jr., 3) Michael Penix, Soph.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

31. Maryland Terrapins

Current Projected Starter: Josh Jackson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tyrrell Pigrome, Jr.; 3) Lance LeGendre, Fr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

30. Texas A&M Aggies

Current Projected Starter: Kellen Mond, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Connor Blumrick, Soph., 3) Zach Calzada, Fr., 4) James Foster, Soph.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

29. Virginia Cavaliers

Current Projected Starter: Bryce Perkins, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Brennan Armstrong, RFr., 3) Lindell Stone, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

28. South Carolina Gamecocks

Current Projected Starter: Jake Bentley, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jay Urich, Soph., 3) Dakereon Joyner, RFr., 4) Ryan Hilinski, Fr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

27. Mississippi State Bulldogs

Current Projected Starter: Keytaon Thompson, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jalen Mayden, RFr., 3) Garrett Shrader, Fr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

26. Purdue Boilermakers

Current Projected Starter: Elijah Sindelar, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jack Plummer, RFr., 3) Nick Sipe, Soph., 3A) Aidan O’Connell, Soph.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

25. Iowa State Cyclones

Current Projected Starter: Brock Purdy, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Re-al Mitchell, RFr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

24. Florida Gators

Current Projected Starter: Feleipe Franks, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Emory Jones, RFr., 3) Kyle Trask, Jr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

23. Washington Huskies

Current Projected Starter: Jacob Eason, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jake Haener, Soph., 3) Jacob Sirmon, RFr., 3A) Colson Yankoff, RFr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

22. Stanford Cardinal

Current Projected Starter: KJ Costello, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jack Richardson, Sr., 3) Jack West, Soph.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

21. Iowa Hawkeys

Current Projected Starter: Nate Stanley, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Peyton Mansell, Soph.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

20. Arizona Wildcats

Current Projected Starter: Khalil Tate, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Rhett Rodriguez, Jr., 3) Jamarye Joiner, RFr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

19. USC Trojans

Current Projected Starter: JT Daniels, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Kedon Slovis, Fr., 2A) Jack Sears, Soph., 2B) Matt Fink, Jr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

18. Auburn Tigers

Current Projected Starter: Bo Nix, Fr.
Projected Backups: 2) Malik Willis, Jr., 3) Joey Gatewood, RFr. 4) Cord Sandberg, RFr.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

17. Houston Cougars

Current Projected Starter: D’Eriq King, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Clayton Tune, Soph., 3) Logan Holgorsen, Fr.
AAC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

16. Texas Longhorns

Current Projected Starter: Sam Ehlinger, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Casey Thompson, RFr., 3) Roschon Johnson, Fr.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

15. Utah Utes

Current Projected Starter: Tyler Huntley, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Jason Shelley, Soph., 3) Drew Lisk, Jr.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

14. LSU Tigers

Current Projected Starter: Joe Burrow, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Myles Brennan, Soph.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

13. Miami Hurricanes

Current Projected Starter: Tate Martell, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) N’Kosi Perry, Soph., 3) Jarren Williams, Soph.
ACC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

12. Ohio State Buckeyes

Current Projected Starter: Justin Fields, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Chris Chugunov, Sr., 3) Matthew Baldwin, RFr.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

11. Colorado Buffaloes

Current Projected Starter: Steven Montez, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Sam Noyer, Jr., 3) Blake Stenstrom, RFr., 3A) Tyler Lytle, Soph.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

NEXT: Top Ten

10. Oregon Ducks

Current Projected Starter: Justin Herbert, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Tyler Shough, RFr.

Herbert might not have been the No. 1 overall pick if he came out in this year’s draft, but he’d be a top ten selection. He has to stay in one piece, though.
Pac-12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

9. Nebraska Cornhuskers

Current Projected Starter: Adrian Martinez, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Andrew Bunch, Jr., 3) Noah Vedral, Soph., 4) Luke McCaffery, Fr.

Martinez is about to take his game to another level, and there’s nice depth behind him just in case something goes wrong.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

8. Georgia Bulldogs

Current Projected Starter: Jake Fromm, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) D’Wan Mathis, Fr., 3) Stetson Bennett, Soph.

Fromm is the real deal, but Mathis had better be ready to rock and roll right away if something happens to the main man.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

7. Texas Tech Red Raiders

Current Projected Starter: Alan Bowman, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Jett Duffey, Jr., 3) McLane Carter, Sr.

This might be high, but the Red Raiders have three guys who can start and win. Bowman was fantastic before getting injured.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

6. Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Current Projected Starter: Ian Book, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Phil Jurkovec, Soph.

Don’t be shocked if Jurkovec takes over the gig at some point this year just because he’s more talented than Book.
Independent Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

5. Missouri Tigers

Current Projected Starter: Kelly Bryant, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Taylor Powell, Soph., 3) Lindsey Scott, Soph.

Don’t forget just how good Bryant is. Powell and Scott could step in and shine if needed.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

4. Michigan Wolverines

Current Projected Starter: Shea Patterson, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Dylan McCaffrey, Jr., 3) Joe Milton, Soph.

It’s a nice situation with McCaffrey and Milton two viable options behind Patterson, who finally settles the position for Jim Harbaugh.
Big Ten Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

3. Oklahoma Sooners

Current Projected Starter: Jalen Hurts, Sr.
Projected Backups: 2) Spencer Rattler, Fr.

You might not know him yet, but Rattler is going to be special. For now, having a national championship-caliber quarterback in Hurts is amazing after what the program has enjoyed over the last few years.
Big 12 Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

2. Clemson Tigers

Current Projected Starter: Trevor Lawrence, Soph.
Projected Backups: 2) Chase Brice, Soph.

Brice at least has a little bit of experience to step in, but Lawrence is too good to let the ranking get much lower. He’d be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft if he was eligible.
ACC Quarterback Depth Charts, Breakdowns

1. Alabama Crimson Tide

Current Projected Starter: Tua Tagovailoa, Jr.
Projected Backups: 2) Mac Jones, Soph., 3) Taulia Tagovailoa, Fr.

Jones is a better option than you might think. If Tua Tagovailoa isn’t the best college quarterback, he’s No. 1A behind Trevor Lawrence.
SEC Quarterback Depth Chart Breakdowns

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