ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. has Ewers in a tier that includes Syracuse’s Kyle McCord, Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel and Alabama’s Jalen Milroe. Kiper brought up a few concerns over Ewers’ throwing ability as he enters the next level, but emphasized that the Southlake Carroll product has the potential to be an NFL starter.

Kiper believes Miami QB Cam Ward goes to the Tennessee Titans with the top overall pick, followed by the Cleveland Browns going defense with Penn State 's edge rusher Abdul Carter. Both would be great additions in this scenario with Ward considered the top passer in this draft cycle.