"Payton is more Trey Lance than Carson Wentz as a prospect: an impressive athlete who needs development as a passer. At 6ft 2in and 235lbs, Payton is built like a running back."
"According to PFF, Payton joined Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and Joe Burrow as the only quarterback to post a big-time throw rate over 8%, lead college football in big-time throws versus the blitz, and limit his turnover-worthy play rate to less than 2% when throwing from a clean pocket."
"Payton doesn't really throw the ball as much as hurl it. There is a little Philip Rivers, a little Tim Tebow. But even with his peculiar release, there are high-level throws to every area of the field."
The 2023 quarterback class is notably weak, with only two clear top prospects, Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson. The third quarterback's selection remains uncertain, with Garrett Nussmeier, Drew Allar, and Carson Beck all considered flawed. Payton from North Dakota State stands out as a potential mid-round pick, showcasing impressive athleticism and development potential. He has a unique throwing motion but has demonstrated efficiency and explosiveness as both a runner and passer. His performance metrics align him with elite quarterbacks, raising questions about his viability as a professional quarterback.
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