When it comes to elite quarterback talent in college football, the SEC boasts several Heisman Trophy candidates and potential franchise players for the 2025 season. Recently, the conference showcased its top expected passers during SEC Media Days, indicating a promising season ahead.

Historically, only two SEC quarterbacks have been drafted in the first round: 1948 and recently in 2023 when Bryce Young from Alabama and Anthony Richardson from Florida were picked within the top 10.

If Arch Manning meets expectations at Texas and decides to enter the draft, the SEC quarterbacks might form an all-time class, as outlined in early 2026 draft mocks. However, with the 2025 season ahead, here’s a ranking of the projected starting quarterbacks in the SEC as media days wrap up.