Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward has emerged as one of the biggest risers in the 2025 NFL Draft conversation.
Not only is Ward a strong contender for the prestigious Heisman Trophy, but he’s also making a serious case to be the first quarterback selected next year.
Ward has been electrifying throughout the college football season, delivering standout performances week after week.
Through seven games, he has posted eye-popping stats – throwing for 2,538 yards, 24 touchdowns, and only five interceptions while completing an impressive 68.7% of his passes.
With such dazzling numbers, it’s no surprise that multiple analysts are already discussing where Ward could land in the NFL.
One of the potential landing spots mentioned is an interesting one: the Cleveland Browns.
The Browns have found themselves in a difficult situation, as their starting quarterback, Deshaun Watson, continues to face struggles both on and off the field.
Watson, who has been a polarizing figure to say the least, is now out for the remainder of the season after suffering an Achilles injury, a blow that could have long-term implications for Cleveland’s quarterback situation.
Watson still has two years remaining on his fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million contract, but with his recent injury, the Browns may be looking for a fresh start under center.
(The fans surely are.)
In his latest mock draft, The Draft Network’s Ryan Fowler projects the Browns will select Ward with the No. 2 overall pick. Fowler praised Ward’s qualities and believes he is a future franchise leader.
“The poise and calmness of Cam Ward’s game make his game extremely projectable,” Fowler wrote. “And that’s before you talk about the ball placement, elite arm talent, and creativity amidst chaos.”
However, Fowler noted that Ward’s penchant for playing “hero ball” could be something he’ll need to adjust in the NFL.
“There’s some hero ball to his game that he’ll have to taper back at the next level, but he’s a future face of a franchise and my current QB1 in the class,” Fowler added.
“The Achilles injury to Deshaun Watson only further heightens Cleveland’s need for a game-changer at the position.”
Of course, a whole lot can and will happen between now and the NFL Draft in April.
Having said that, what are your thoughts on Ward? … Do you think he’s a better NFL prospect than some of the other top college quarterbacks such as Quinn Ewers, Carson Beck and Shedeur Sanders?
From a Browns perspective, should they do whatever it takes to take a top quarterback (such as Ward) and finally move on from the Watson disaster???
