Ranking the best rookie quarterback fits from the 2026 NFL Draft

Ranking the best rookie quarterback fits from the 2026 NFL Draft originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The 2026 NFL Draft has reached its conclusion, and with it, we've closed the book on one of the most underwhelming quarterback classes in recent memory.

It didn't quite play out how we imagined. Ty Simpson's floundering stock was saved by the Los Angeles Rams in the middle of Round 1, but Garrett Nussmeier fell to seventh. No quarterbacks went in the second, the three from the third round went too early, and a smattering of Day 3 hopefuls found their new homes.

As those passers get acclimated to the next level, it's worth investigating which ones are set up for success in 2026 and beyond. MORE: All 32 draft classes ranked from best to worst 2026 quarterback landing spot rankings 10. Behren Morton, Texas Tech (New England Patriots) Morton has a real shot at being New England's backup quarterback this season.

The quarterback room lacks a reliable veteran and his main competition is Tommy DeVito -- it's a winnable battle. However, we know that Morton isn't getting real playing time unless something goes seriously wrong; and even in this event, a competitive team may prefer an outside veteran. If he does play, he's still operating with a below-average receiving corps, a changing offensive line, and a coaching staff that may have some turbulence in its future.