Texas A&M QB Conner Weigman boosts 2025 NFL Draft stock with strong showing vs Missouri

Entering the 2024 season, expectations were high for Texas A&M quarterback Conner Weigman, a former top-ranked high school recruit. Last season, Weigman earned a 90.7 grade as the highest-rated QB prospect on non-play-action plays according to Pro Football Focus. He was also stepping into a new offensive system under head coach Mike Elko, the same system that helped Riley Leonard succeed.

However, the season didn’t start as planned. Weigman had a rough game against Notre Dame, completing just 40% of his passes and throwing two interceptions. Shortly after, a shoulder injury sidelined him for three weeks. But in Saturday’s game against Missouri, Weigman bounced back, looking like the elite prospect many believed he could be. He led the Aggies to an impressive 41-10 victory over the ninth-ranked Tigers, completing 81.8% of his passes for 276 yards and adding 33 rushing yards.

Conner Weigman scouting report

Now, the question is how Weigman projects as an NFL draft prospect, starting with his strengths. His strongest asset is his powerful arm, which allows him to push the ball downfield and challenge defenses vertically. While his arm strength is a standout trait, he could maximize it further by improving his mechanics. Weigman sometimes plays with too wide of a base in the pocket, preventing him from fully engaging his hips and leading to underthrown passes.

Another positive for Weigman is his athleticism. Although he’s more of a traditional pocket passer than a dynamic runner, Weigman moves well within the pocket, displaying quick feet to avoid pressure. He also has enough mobility to escape and pick up yards on the ground when needed.

The biggest concern NFL scouts will likely have with Conner Weigman is his inconsistent accuracy. However, this is an area that can be improved with better mechanics. At Blair Quarterback Academy, where I work with quarterbacks on similar issues, there are a couple of concerns I see with him that contribute to his inconsistency. One key issue is that he often throws off-balance, which is usually the result of not maintaining a proper base. This has led to several missed throws throughout his career at Texas A&M. Another problem is that Weigman tends to dip his non-throwing shoulder during his release, which significantly impacts his accuracy and control of the football. These are technical flaws that can be corrected, and if addressed, they could elevate his game and draft stock considerably.

Another issue is his tendency to force throws into tight windows, as seen during the Notre Dame game, where two interceptions resulted from risky decisions. His mechanics, particularly his wide base and inconsistent shoulder positioning, also contribute to these mistakes by reducing the accuracy and velocity of his throws.

Currently, Weigman projects as a day three draft prospect. His inconsistent play, particularly with accuracy and arm velocity, combined with his injury history—he missed three games this season due to a shoulder injury and had a season-ending injury last year—could hurt his stock. That said, Weigman possesses the raw tools to significantly improve his draft status if he can clean up his mechanics and build on his recent performance.