Speed at quarterback changes everything in EA Sports College Football 27. A QB who can scramble out of the pocket, pick up yards on broken plays, or threaten defenses with his legs opens up the entire offense. Arm talent matters, but so does the ability to take off when the pocket collapses. Here are the 10 fastest signal-callers in the game right now, ranked by Speed rating, with agility and overall numbers included so you can weigh the full picture.
Who are the fastest QBs in College Football 27?
Speed is the primary sorting stat here, but agility matters almost as much for a QB. A high-speed rating means your quarterback can outrun defenders in the open field, while agility determines how quickly he changes direction, breaks tackles in tight spaces, and executes option-style reads. Both columns are worth checking before you commit to a roster.
Who is the fastest QB in College Football 27?
Austin Carlisle of ULM sits at the top with a Speed rating of 93, making him the outright fastest quarterback in the game. The catch is his overall rating of 70, which puts him firmly in developmental territory. He is a project prospect rather than a plug-and-play starter, so expect to invest time building him up before he becomes a reliable option.
Behind Carlisle, three quarterbacks share a Speed rating of 91: Hauss Hejny (73 OVR), Nate Johnson (74 OVR), and Demond Williams Jr. (88 OVR). Williams stands out from that trio by a significant margin on the overall scale, and his agility of 90 matches Johnson's, making him the most complete player among the 91-speed group.
Carlisle tops the speed chart
Which fast QB offers the best combination of speed and overall rating?
Trinidad Chambliss is the answer here. His Speed of 90 is not the highest on the list, but his 93 overall rating and 92 agility make him the strongest all-around option by a clear margin. He can throw, he can run, and his agility means he is genuinely dangerous when he takes off. If you want a fast QB who does not require development, Chambliss is the pick.
Marcel Reed and Demond Williams Jr. both sit at 88 overall with 90 speed, and both carry 92 and 90 agility respectively. Reed edges Williams slightly on agility, but they are close enough that roster availability and your offensive scheme should drive the decision.
QB speed ratings compared
What about agility specifically?
Four quarterbacks on this list share the highest agility rating of 92: Trinidad Chambliss, Michael Hawkins Jr., and Marcel Reed. Agility at 92 means these QBs can cut sharply and change direction without losing momentum, which translates directly into broken tackles and successful scrambles on third and medium situations.
Michael Hawkins Jr. deserves a specific mention here. His 79 overall sits between the elite tier and the developmental options, but his 90 speed and 92 agility give him a floor that is more reliable than most of the lower-rated names on this list. He is a solid middle-ground option if Chambliss or Williams are unavailable.
How to use fast QBs effectively
Having a fast QB is only useful if your play-calling takes advantage of it. A few things to keep in mind:
- Option plays and QB draws are where speed pays off most directly. Run these sparingly enough that defenders cannot predict them.
- Extend plays with your legs rather than forcing throws. A scramble for 8 yards beats a sack or an interception on a broken play every time.
- Spread formations give your QB more room to operate when he takes off. Tight formations tend to clog the running lanes he needs.
- Pair speed with agility when evaluating prospects. Carlisle's 93 speed is impressive, but his 88 agility means he will not cut as sharply as Chambliss in traffic.
Option plays maximize QB speed
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