2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Sawyer Robertson (QB – Baylor)

FantasyPros will be taking a look at early NFL Draft scouting reports before the Combine in February. Here’s a look at Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson.

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Sawyer Robertson

Sawyer Robertson (QB – Baylor)

6’4″ – 220 lbs.

Background

Four-star recruit who originally committed to Mississippi State, where he redshirted and then served as a backup before transferring following Mike Leach’s death. Started four games as an injury replacement in 2023, going 1-3 in those games (864 yards, two touchdowns, four interceptions), then took over the starting job for the 2024 season. Went 7-4 that year, with 3,071 yards (62.2%, 8.3 YPA), 28 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, then 5-7 this past season (3,681 yards, 60.3%, 7.3 YPA, 31 touchdowns, twelve picks.) Father Stan was a first-round draft pick of the Montreal Expos, and cousin is Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham.

Positives

Tall, well-built quarterback with two productive seasons as a starter under his belt. Gets set up quickly, without a heel click. Pretty decisive player who was essentially operating in a rhythm-based offense which required him to get the ball out fast. Shows a high release point. Has impressive arm talent to rip throws into tight windows over the middle of the field, and can muscle throws if needed; one of the better prospects in the class in terms of raw arm talent. Shows the ability to generate velocity on frozen ropes down the seams. Primarily a fastball thrower but makes some decent bucket throws down the sidelines as well. Willing to stand in the pocket and absorb contact in order to make a throw, showing good toughness. Not the smoothest mover, but has sufficient athleticism to run away from backside pressure and extend the play when he’s able to sense it.

Negatives

Offensive scheme didn’t allow him to develop the most sophisticated footwork on his drops; was often getting set as soon as the ball arrived in his hands. Was also typically working off of predetermined reads, rather than working through progressions, with a tendency to stare down targets. Doesn’t seem to have the best feel for pressure and took some punishment during the games reviewed. Mechanics can get a bit lackadaisical at times, leading to inefficient placement. Can be overly reliant on arm strength rather than transferring weight effectively. Has a tendency to overthrow at times, when more touch would have been appropriate. Struggles when he’s forced off of his spot, and doesn’t show the best decision-making or accuracy when rolling to his right.

Summary

A raw two-year starter with an impressive combination of size and arm strength, but who has a lot of work to do after coming from a simplified offense which didn’t ask him to work through many progressions. His fastball is among the best in the class, but as it currently stands he’s a bit of a single-speed thrower without a lot of touch, and with inconsistent placement which stems from mechanical issues. Probably more of a late-round developmental option for a team that likes to attack downfield.

Projection: Round 6-7