Former coach Jon Gruden, despite his recent time away from coaching, continues to stay engaged with the football scene, particularly in evaluating quarterback talent. On his show on ESPN, where he analyzes top prospects through game footage and drills, Gruden expressed enthusiasm for Carson Beck, the Miami quarterback.
Gruden took to Twitter to share his thoughts, stating that Beck is “a big strong athlete with a great arm and a sharp mind,” and warned fans to “look out for him, he”s an assassin!”
Beck”s football journey has been marked by ups and downs. During his time at Georgia in 2023, he showcased his potential as a star quarterback, amassing 3,941 passing yards and throwing 24 touchdown passes against just six interceptions. However, his performance took a turn in 2024, as he struggled with turnovers, doubling his interceptions and notably throwing four picks in two regular season losses.
After transferring to Miami, Beck experienced a mixed season, throwing another 12 interceptions, including six in two of Miami”s regular season defeats. Despite these challenges, he managed to stabilize his game towards the end of the season, throwing only three interceptions in his final eight games. His leadership was pivotal as Miami secured wins in the College Football Playoff against Ohio State and Ole Miss, ultimately falling to Indiana by a narrow margin of 27-21 in the national title game.
As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, the quarterback class is perceived as lacking depth. While Fernando Mendoza appears to be a frontrunner for the top overall pick and Ty Simpson from Alabama is widely regarded as the second-best quarterback, Beck has garnered attention from NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper, who ranks him third among quarterbacks. This positioning suggests that Beck could be a second-round pick, which is a more optimistic outlook than what many expected during the season.
With notable prospects like LaNorris Sellers, Arch Manning, and Dante Moore opting to remain in college, Gruden”s endorsement may signify an upward trajectory for Carson Beck as he aims to enhance his NFL Draft stock in what is shaping up to be a weaker quarterback class.
