Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft, effectively silencing debate about any transfer portal moves.
Despite rumors of large NIL offers — up to $8 million — to lead him to transfer, Ewers decided to stay at Texas, emphasizing his dedication to the program and his legacy.
Preserving a Legacy: Quinn Ewers’ Final Decision on Texas & NFL
College football insider CJ Vogel recently shared a video of Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine.
The video shows Ewers answering questions about his tenure with the renowned Longhorns team and how he wants to be recognized in Texas.
#Texas QB Quinn Ewers says he never gave any thought to transferring after his 2024 season ended.
Says he wanted to preserve his legacy as a Longhorn. @ontexasfootball pic.twitter.com/Y1Zfh9zpay
— CJ Vogel (@CJVogel_OTF) February 28, 2025
During his stint with the Longhorns, Ewers led the team to its first College Football Playoff run in 2023, and they returned to the semifinals the following year. He threw for 9,128 yards and 68 touchdowns.
Despite suffering an oblique strain and a high ankle sprain during his final season, Ewers showed persistence and leadership.
Rumors arose before the Cotton Bowl against Ohio State that Ewers had received multi-million dollar offers to enter the transfer portal. When asked, Ewers refuted the reports as false and confirmed his commitment to Texas.
Ewers chose to declare for the NFL Draft, influenced by his drive to uphold his reputation at Texas while transferring to the professional level.
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This move allows Arch Manning to become the Longhorns’ starting quarterback.
Ewers leaves a legacy of bringing Texas football back to national prominence. As he prepares for the NFL Draft, evaluators rate him as a potential second-round choice, citing his strong leadership and quick release while recognizing areas for growth, such as agility and deep ball accuracy.
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