On Saturday, February 8, 2025, On3 released its rankings of the top 25 college quarterbacks, placing Sam Leavitt of Arizona State at the pinnacle. Leavitt’s remarkable ascent from relative obscurity to national prominence has been nothing short of sensational. In the 2024 season, he threw for 2,885 yards and 24 touchdowns, with only six interceptions. Additionally, he showcased his dual-threat capabilities by rushing for 443 yards and five touchdowns. His leadership was instrumental in guiding the Sun Devils to the College Football Playoff.
Following Leavitt, Drew Allar of Penn State secured the second spot. Allar led the Nittany Lions to a conference title game and a College Football Playoff appearance. While he demonstrated poise under pressure, there’s an emphasis on improving his completion percentages against top-tier opponents.
Garrett Nussmeier of LSU claimed the third position. Despite a mid-season slump where he threw nine interceptions over five games, Nussmeier finished the 2024 campaign with impressive numbers: 4,052 passing yards and 29 touchdowns. Reducing turnovers will be crucial for his continued success.
Carson Beck, who transferred from Georgia to Miami after an inconsistent 2024 season, was ranked fourth. Despite throwing 12 interceptions, Beck amassed 3,485 passing yards and 28 touchdowns. His move to Miami presents an opportunity for a fresh start and the potential to harness his undeniable talent.
Cade Klubnik of Clemson rounded out the top five. He silenced critics by leading the Tigers to the College Football Playoff, throwing for 3,639 yards and 36 touchdowns, with only six interceptions. His performance in the playoff loss to Texas, where he threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns, highlighted his resilience and skill.
Notably, Sawyer Robertson of the Baylor Bears was ranked 18th. Robertson’s inclusion in the top 25 underscores his potential and the promise he brings to Baylor’s offense. As the 2025 season approaches, fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how these quarterbacks perform and whether they can live up to their rankings.