File QB-86 · National rank 1202 · 2027 class
Baylor Hayes
6'0"Height
185 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
My Grade
5.4/10
UDFA
Current · UDFA Territory
4.3 Floor
range 2.1
Ceiling 6.4
6.4/10
Priority UDFA
Ceiling · +1.0
4.3/10
Long Shot
Floor · −1.1
Ceiling: Projected 2026 starter (QB1) — real opportunity to climb; real room to grow (+1.0) · AAC draft-temper · QB premium.
Floor: Proven starter — high, stable floor · returning-starter role secures it; downside −1.1.
Grade not yet reviewed
8.9+
Round 1 Caliber
7.8+
Day 2 Caliber
6.7+
Day 3 Caliber
5.6+
Priority UDFA
4.4+
UDFA
3.3+
Long Shot
2.2+
Raw Prospect
1.1+
Deep Project
0.0+
Non-Prospect
Grade History
5.4
2025
Re-graded after each season · 2025 is the beta baseline.
Scouting Notes
Incumbent starter with real experience — 2,158 yards, 12 touchdowns, 6 interceptions after an injury pressed him into the job — but the efficiency is pedestrian and no draft outlet covers him. The QB position tempts a production model upward.
Draft Projection & Mocks
Scouting Reports & Mentions
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Sports Illustrated Nov 13, 2025Baylor Hayes Looks to Spark Tulsa Offense Against Oregon State - Sports Illustrated