Player comparison

Julian Sayin

Dean Kindig

13-20 and 1 TD in win vs Texas, in a role as highly conservative, mistake-free game-manager, but 25-32 3TD 2 INT vs Ohio U in a blowout win. Pocket movement 92.5 Passing Grade (1st in P4); 80% completion rate (6% better than the next best FBS QB). 81.2% Adjusted Comp (1st in P4); 73.9% Accurate-Throw Rate (1st in P4); 32 passing TDS. Some analysts like Yahoo's Nate Tice are slightly lower on his pro translating skills, projecting him as a Day 2 (third-to-fourth round) pick due to concerns about arm strength and creating outside the pocket. The Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback publicly praised the franchise's centerpiece, naming Buffalo's Josh Allen as one of his top favorite NFL quarterbacks to watch and study.

DJ Lagway

Dean Kindig

Served as the Gators' starting QB for the entirety of the 2025 campaign. Completed 213 of 337 pass attempts (62%) for 2,264 yards and 16 touchdowns to 14 interceptions. Posted a 127 QB passer rating metric across 12 weeks. Gained 244 yards on the ground over 51 rushing attempts. Named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week in Week 6. Two-time SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll (2024-25). @SparkScouting: "he's a tools monster, blending rare arm talent with explosive athleticism and the kind of playmaking juice you simply can't teach. "