The most physically gifted quarterback in the 2026 class — possibly any class this decade — Green is a 6-foot-6, 227-pound freak athlete who shattered Anthony Richardson's combine records and runs a 4.36 forty. His arm can push the ball to every level of the field, and his rushing ability (2,400+ career yards, 35 TDs) gives offensive coordinators a weapon they can scheme around with designed runs, RPOs, and bootlegs. But the passing is where the dream dies or comes alive: his elongated release, erratic footwork, and 35 career interceptions expose a player who still plays hero ball, locks onto downfield targets, and can't consistently hit the routine throws that keep NFL drives moving. He's a high-ceiling developmental project for a team that wants to redshirt him behind a veteran — with the understanding that there's a very real chance the passing never catches up to the legs, and he ends up as a gadget weapon rather than a franchise quarterback.
- Generational athleticism at the QB position — 4.36 forty, 43.5-inch vertical, 11-foot-2 broad jump, all combine records for QBs
- Legitimate dual-threat ability with 2,400+ career rushing yards and 35 rushing TDs; experienced in QB counter, power, veer, and zone reads
- Above-average arm strength with natural velocity to push the ball vertically and stress second/third levels of defense
- Creative off-platform playmaker who extends plays and generates explosive passing opportunities outside of structure
- Elite physical frame (6-foot-6, 227 lbs) with prototypical NFL size and rare mobility for that build
- Inconsistent accuracy across all three levels; elongated, sidearm throwing motion creates a faulty mechanical foundation that leads to ball placement issues
- Poor decision-making with 35 career interceptions and persistent hero ball tendencies — locks onto downfield routes, misses check-downs, and puts the ball in harm's way at an alarming rate
- Slow processing and field vision; eyes tend to stay downfield rather than working through progressions systematically
- Drifts backward under pressure instead of stepping up or finding clean air in the pocket, leading to crushing sacks and disrupted timing
The most obvious comp based on physical profile: similar size, record-breaking combine athleticism, dual-threat rushing upside, and significant questions about passing consistency and development trajectory. Richardson went No. 4 overall but has struggled as a passer in the NFL — that cautionary tale is directly relevant to Green's evaluation. Green's lower draft projection reflects the market learning from Richardson's struggles.