Drew Allar

NFL Draft Profile: Drew Allar

Position: Quarterback | School: Penn State | Class: Senior

Height: 6'5" | Weight: 235 lbs | Archetype: Pro-Style Pocket Passer

College Career Summary

Drew Allar arrived at Penn State as one of the most highly touted recruits in program history. A former five-star prospect and Ohio's Mr. Football, Allar served as a backup in 2022 before taking the starting reins in 2023. His early career was defined by elite ball security, setting an FBS record with 311 pass attempts to start a career without an interception.

After helping lead the Nittany Lions to a College Football Playoff berth in 2024, Allar surprised many by returning for his senior season in 2025. His final campaign was a tale of two halves: a dominant, surgical start followed by mid-season struggles against ranked opponents and a late-season injury that sidelined him for several key games. Despite the late-season noise, Allar finished his career as Penn State’s all-time leader in completion percentage and one of the most efficient passers in Big Ten history.

2025 Season Statistical Highlights

• Passing Yards: 1,100 (in 6 games)

• Completion %: 64.8%

• Touchdowns: 8 Passing, 1 Rushing

• Interceptions: 3

• Passer Rating: 135.7

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Stats (Cmp/Att, Yds, TD/INT)	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs Nevada	22/26, 217 Yds, 1 TD/0 INT	A	Clinical efficiency (84.6%). Mastered the short-to-intermediate game.
2	vs FIU	19/33, 200 Yds, 2 TD/0 INT	C+	Sluggish rhythm. Missed several routine throws despite the win.
3	vs Villanova	16/29, 209 Yds, 1 TD/1 INT	B-	Threw his first INT of the season. Looked uncomfortable against a blitz-heavy scheme.
4	vs #5 Oregon	14/25, 137 Yds, 2 TD/1 INT	C	Season Low Efficiency. Struggled to push the ball downfield against elite DBs.
5	@ UCLA	19/26, 200 Yds, 2 TD/0 INT	B+	Gritty performance. Rushed for a season-high 78 yards to move the chains.
6	vs Northwestern	13/20, 137 Yds, 0 TD/1 INT	C-	Left early with injury. Passing game felt stagnant; mechanics looked labored.
7-12	Injured	—	—	Missed time due to lower-body injury; returned for limited bowl prep.

NFL Scouting Report

Strengths

• Prototypical Frame: At 6'5", 235 lbs, Allar possesses the "ideal" build that NFL scouts covet. He can see over the line of scrimmage with ease and shrug off arm tackles in the pocket.

• Elite Arm Strength: He has the "moonshot" arm talent. Allar can drive the ball into tight windows 20 yards downfield or launch a 60-yard vertical shot with minimal effort.

• Negative Play Avoidance: One of the best in college football at protecting the football. His career interception rate is historically low, reflecting high-level pre-snap processing.

• Pocket Manipulation: Despite his size, he shows subtle footwork to climb the pocket and escape pressure while keeping his eyes downfield.

Weaknesses

• Deep Ball Precision: Despite the arm strength, he often "leaves the ball short" on vertical routes, forcing receivers to adjust and limiting yards after catch.

• Mechanical Inconsistency: When the pocket gets "muddy," Allar’s footwork can get wide or static, leading to passes that sail high or wide of the target.

• Struggles Against "Blue Bloods": Scouts have noted a dip in production and decision-making when facing Top-10 defenses compared to his dominance against lesser competition.

• Aggression vs. Safety: At times, he is too safe, passing up open intermediate windows to take the check-down. He needs to develop a more aggressive "killer instinct."

Scheme Fit

• Primary Fit: Vertical Power-Pass / Pro-Style. He is a hand-in-glove fit for a team like the Cleveland Browns or Pittsburgh Steelers—systems that value a big-bodied QB who can operate under center and hit deep-outs.

Scout's Final Word

"Drew Allar is the 'Safe Bet' with a 'High Ceiling.' He won't lose you games with turnovers, and his frame is built for the 17-game NFL grind. While his 2025 injury hindered his final-year production, the traits remain undeniable. He isn't the runner that some modern QBs are, but as a pure pocket operator, he is Tier 1. If he can reach his potential he can be a Josh Allen type player in the NFL. He currently projects as a Mid-to-Late 1st Round pick."