Carson Beck NFL Draft Stock Is A Mystery

Beck’s numbers took a significant hit in his second year as a starter. He went 4-2 against ranked teams with a completion percentage of just 60.1%. He did not play in the team’s final game of the season (a 23-10 loss to Notre Dame) due to a shoulder injury, and it appeared he was washed up, and his playing days were pretty much over. There were questions about his ability, but even more detrimental, about his character. He left Athens for a fresh start in Miami.

Beck’s tenure with the Hurricanes has given him a new lease on life. He looks every bit a leader in the huddle, on the sidelines, and in press conferences. His stats are solid as well (73.3% for 3,581 yards, and 29 touchdowns to 11 interceptions). He also looked great against ranked teams again, going 6-0, including playoff wins over Ohio State and Ole Miss. Could he have worked his way back into day one of the 2026 NFL Draft? With a number of teams needing help at quarterback, he could hear his name called earlier than anyone expected a year ago.

End Of My Carson Beck Rant

Beck has prototypical size for the position, and his arm talent is definitely NFL-caliber. The questions about him have mostly been between the ear holes of his helmet. Is he a good teammate, or will he throw his players under the bus when things go bad? Can defenses easily fool him with coverage disguises? Can he protect a lead? When the offensive line breaks down, can he find the right play, or is he going to make a costly mistake?

In 2025, he seems to have answered, or at least quited those questions, but 2025 isn’t all pro scouts will evaluate him on. They are going to watch every snap of his college career. When they do, they will be left with more questions than answers. The combine and pro day workouts will inevitably determine where Beck gets drafted, but at the end of the day, it’s a big gamble that could pay off even bigger for some team.