Ranking the Top Developmental Quarterbacks in the NFL

Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) in the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) in the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 28, 2016; Bronx, NY, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Nathan Peterman (4) throws the ball during 2nd half of The Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium. Northwestern defeats Pittsburgh 31-24. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 28, 2016; Bronx, NY, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Nathan Peterman (4) throws the ball during 2nd half of The Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium. Northwestern defeats Pittsburgh 31-24. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports /

11. Nathan Peterman, Buffalo Bills

Nathan Peterman finds himself in a solid position after falling to the 5th round of the 2017 NFL Draft. He will have a chance to compete against Cardale Jones for the Buffalo Bills backup quarterback job. Buffalo’s starting job could also be up for grabs at some point this season.

The Bills brought Tyrod Taylor back this year after a long period of considering his future. They obviously aren’t sold on  his future.

Peterman is an accurate passer who knows how to work within the framework of an offense. At Pittsburgh, he was asked to run a wide-range of plays with multiple looks. He doesn’t have elite arm strength, but enough to make all the necessary throws.

12. Garrett Grayson, New Orleans Saints

Garrett Grayson as the raw skills needed to be a starting quarterback in the NFL. Unfortunately, he’s stuck behind Drew Brees and is unlikely to get a shot with the New Orleans Saints. Grayson needs to utilize training camp and the preseason to spark some outside interest.

During his college career, he showed good anticipation and accuracy. His deep accuracy also stood out as a positive.

Grayson could be a low-cost option for a team looking to bring in quarterback competition in the near future.