Julian Sayin Posts 77% Accuracy but Faces 2027 Draft Doubts Over Pressure, Size
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Updated · USA TODAY · Sep 12
Julian Sayin Posts 77% Accuracy but Faces 2027 Draft Doubts Over Pressure, Size
3 articles · Updated · USA TODAY · Sep 12
Summary
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin enters the 2027 draft conversation as one of its hardest evaluations despite a 77% completion rate in 2025—the third-best mark in FBS history.
His case is driven by elite precision and decision-making: Sayin led the FBS with a 62% deep-ball completion rate, posted a 177.5 passer rating and threw only eight interceptions.
NFL concerns center on traits and stress response. Listed at 6-foot-1, 214 pounds, Sayin lacks standout arm strength and was sacked 10 times with three interceptions in losses to Indiana and Miami.
Ohio State's receiver-rich, quarterback-friendly system also clouds the picture, raising the question of whether Sayin is elevating the offense or mainly distributing to stars such as Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate.
Sunday's matchup with Texas offers an early measuring stick; another strong season could lift Sayin toward the first round, but limited growth under pressure could keep him below top-tier passers like Arch Manning.