Top 2027 QB Recruits Eyeing College Football Homes

Elijah Haven and other top quarterback prospects weigh their options for the next level.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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With the 2026 recruiting class complete, the top quarterback prospects in the 2027 class have emerged. Louisiana's Elijah Haven leads the way as the No. 2 overall recruit, but several other talented passers are drawing interest from top college programs across the country.

Why it matters

The quarterback position is always a key focus for college football recruiters, as landing a top signal-caller can make or break a program's future success. These 2027 QB recruits will have a major impact on the landscape of college football in the years to come.

The details

The top five 2027 quarterback recruits per 247Sports are: 1) Elijah Haven, 2) Israel Abrams, 3) Kavian Bryant, 4) Trae Taylor, and 5) Colton Nussmeier. Haven, a 6'5" dual-threat QB from Louisiana, is considered the crown jewel of the class and an early Alabama lean. Abrams, a 6'4" passer from Chicago, is drawing interest from Auburn and Purdue. Bryant, a 6'2" QB/basketball star, has already committed to Texas Tech. Taylor, a 6'3" raw talent from Omaha, has pledged to stay home and play for Nebraska. And Nussmeier, the younger brother of former LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier, could follow in his sibling's footsteps and end up with the Tigers.

  • The 2026 recruiting class was just completed.
  • The 2027 class has now moved into the national spotlight.

The players

Elijah Haven

A 6'5" dual-threat quarterback from Baton Rouge, Louisiana who is the No. 2 overall recruit in the 2027 class according to 247Sports.

Israel Abrams

A 6'4" pocket passer from the Chicago area who is the No. 22 overall recruit in the 2027 class.

Kavian Bryant

A 6'2" quarterback and basketball star who is the No. 32 overall recruit in the 2027 class and has already committed to Texas Tech.

Trae Taylor

A 6'3" raw talent from Omaha, Nebraska who is the No. 36 overall recruit in the 2027 class and has committed to play for his home-state Cornhuskers.

Colton Nussmeier

A 6'3" quarterback from Texas whose older brother Garrett played at LSU, making the Tigers an early contender for Colton's services.

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The takeaway

The 2027 class of quarterback recruits may lack the star power of previous years, but several talented passers are emerging as top targets for major college programs. Where these players ultimately land will have a significant impact on the future landscape of college football.