Quinn Ewers Drafted 231st by Miami Dolphins

Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers, formerly a top high school recruit, was selected 231st overall by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft, a surprising slide that sparked criticism from his agent, Ron Slavin, who argued NFL teams overlooked Ewers due to name recognition and media distractions. Ewers reportedly declined NIL offers reaching up to $8 million to enter the draft, fueling discussion about whether quarterbacks should wait for a higher draft grade. Factors such as the timing of the transfer portal and Texas' playoff run limited his transfer options. Some analysts, including Cam Newton, contended that returning to college would not have benefited Ewers given the uncertain future of NIL earnings. Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel praised Ewers' experience in a similar offensive system and his intangibles, suggesting he could have an edge as a rookie. Ewers expressed gratitude for the opportunity and readiness to compete in Miami despite the unpredictability of the draft process.