How high should Julian Sayin rank? What about Arch? Our biggest CFB QB Tiers debates

Key Points:

• The top two quarterbacks for the 2026 college football season are Trinidad Chambliss and Dante Moore, with CJ Carr from Notre Dame ranked third due to widespread optimism about his talent and NFL potential despite some inconsistency.
• Julian Sayin of Ohio State, a Heisman finalist, has polarizing opinions among coaches; some view him as a top-tier QB, while others see him as a "game manager" reliant on a strong supporting cast.
• Drew Mestemaker of Oklahoma State emerged as a fan favorite and was ranked sixth, with coaches praising his passing skills and potential despite initial skepticism about his Group of 6 competition level.
• Experience and team support heavily influence quarterback rankings, with younger players like Jaron Keawe-Sagapolutele showing promise but needing more tape, while players like LaNorris Sellers may be less favored due to surrounding cast.
• Players outside the top 25 with potential for breakout seasons include Houston’s Conner Weigman, BYU’s Bear Bachmeier, and TCU’s Jaden Craig, who could all significantly impact their teams and climb the rankings in 2026.