Bo Nix, Oregon

Nix is another five-year starter in college, with his three first three coming at Auburn (7,251 passing yards with 39 touchdowns and 16 interceptions plus 262 rushes for 869 yards and 18 touchdowns). The switch to Oregon led to his taking his game to the next level. Over his 27 games for the Ducks, Nix went 22-5 with an elite completion rate (74.9), leading to 8,845 combined yards with 94 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. His rushing value was more relevant in 2022 (89/510/14) than last season (54/234/6). He passed for 4,508 yards in 2023 with 45 touchdowns and only three interceptions.

Over the past two seasons, Oregon’s quarterbacks were only sacked 10 times in 946 pass attempts. Running backs caught 88 of their 397 completions (22.2%). The Ducks' offensive attack featured many short passes, helping Nix complete a higher percentage of his passes. Some of his highlight completions came via a quick release with almost a rainbow changeup path to his receivers.

He checks the winning box in experience, success, arm strength, and pocket presence, with the legs to do the dirty work in the run game. Nix had time on his hands to read defenses and an elite passing window at Oregon. His challenge at the next level will be handling increased pressure and tighter coverage downfield.