Penn State quarterback Drew Allar only started six games in his final college football season as he suffered a season-ending ankle injury against Northwestern. Allar could not apply for a medical redshirt, so the timing of the injury couldn’t have been worse. He has no choice but to enter the 2026 NFL draft, where he’s expected to be picked on Day 2 or early on Day 3.
Top 3 Potential Destinations for Penn State QB Drew Allar
1) Indianapolis Colts
The Colts are one of the teams that can draft Drew Allar on Day 2. Since they have lost first-round picks for Sauce Gardner, they will be forced to wait until Day 2. The Colts quarterback room needs an addition with Anthony Richardson constantly battling injuries and Riley Leonard not considered a starter. Daniel Jones led them to an 8-2 start but suffered a season-ending achilles injury. He will become a free agent at the end of the season and it’s unclear if the Colts will bring him back.
As such, a developmental quarterback like Allar could enter and learn the tricks of the NFL. It helps that the Colts’ offensive style fits Allar’s passing game. Moreover, they have tight end Tyler Warren, who caught passes from Allar last season.
2) Cleveland Browns
The Browns don’t have a stable quarterback room. They tried Joe Flacco, but when it didn’t work out, they traded him to the Cincinnati Bengals. Then they tried rookie Dillon Gabriel, who also couldn’t deliver results and once he suffered a concussion, Shedeur Sanders was named the starter.
With the luxury of having DeShaun Watson available in 2026, the Browns will not likely use their top picks on a quarterback. That means they can wait and get a steal in Drew Allar on Day 3.
3) New York Jets
The New York Jets have been linked to Drew Allar in multiple projection models as they search for a long-term quarterback option. The franchise signed Justin Fields to a two-year deal, but his performances have not been satisfactory. The team turned to undrafted rookie Brady Cook after injuries to Fields and backup Tyrod Taylor late in the 2025 season. However, Cook, too, has not been able to mold himself into an NFL quarterback.
In this scenario, it could be a nice opportunity for Allar to get a starting role early on. The Jets also won’t mind drafting him as his style of play could benefit their offensive model.
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