Heading into the 2024-25 season, this draft class was touted as having a weaker group of quarterbacks compared to the last two. However, as is the case with most drafts, quarterbacks come from out of nowhere to provide their draft stock with a major boost. Recent transfer quarterback Cam Ward may be one such quarterback after his explosive debut for the Miami Hurricanes.
Miami finally has Elite QB Play🥹
Cam Ward looked like the Heisman Frontrunner yesterday 🎯 pic.twitter.com/Aj4nFit0qf
— College Football Report (@CFBRep) September 1, 2024
Ward looked like a seasoned pro in this Hurricane offense, even making headlines for himself, given just how calm and collected he was within the position. Ward completely dominated the Florida defense to the tune of over 400 total yards and 3 touchdowns through the air. Through four quarters against the rival Gators, Ward clearly looked like the best player on the field.
When it comes to his draft evaluation, Ward showed off just about everything an evaluator wants to see improved on. Ward flashed some serious, uncoachable traits in just how collected he was when the play broke down and how he was able to navigate just how the defense was defending him. Ward also showed off his excellent arm talent, multiple times putting the ball in tight windows with just the flick of his wrist.
If Ward can continue his ascension and continue to grow as a quarterback he could capture the same wind that Jayden Daniels found himself on last season. It’s a bit too early to call Ward a first round talent, but he certainly looked marvelous in his opening performance.