2026 NFL Draft Dueling Top-10 QB Rankings: Debating the Future of College Football's Elite

In this episode of Locked on NFL Draft, hosts Damian Parson and Keith Sanchez dive into their top 10 quarterback rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft. They discuss potential stock-raising quarterbacks like LaNorris Sellers and John Mateer, analyzing their strengths and areas for improvement. The hosts then debate their top three quarterback prospects, with Arch Manning's placement sparking conversation about pedigree and potential. They also explore the intriguing case of Fernando Mendoza, Parson's surprising QB1. Throughout the episode, the hosts offer valuable insights on quarterback evaluation, emphasizing the importance of third-down performance and mechanical soundness in projecting NFL success.0:00 - Intro and overview2:30 - Stock-raising quarterbacks5:28 John Mater: Potential stock-raising quarterback prospect10:05 - Mid-tier QB discussion12:15 Taylor Green: Upside and areas for improvement15:56 Nico Ema: Mid-tier QB with room to grow18:53 Sam Levitt: More athletic version of Brock Purdy21:46 - Top 3 QB rankings revealed23:52 Top 3 QBs: Disagreement over Arch Manning28:27 Value of NFL bloodlines for young QBs30:38 Fernando Mendoza: Potential QB1 with arm talent Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Yahoo FantasyPresented by YahooFantasy #YahooPartner. Play Now at https://yahoofantasy.com/lockedonnfl. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNFL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnfl for 50% off your first year. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.