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After what was generally considered a weak year at the position, the 2026 NFL draft is shaping up to be a quarterback bonanza.

ESPN's Field Yates has released his 2026 Early NFL Mock Draft, and the Texas quarterback is in the prime spot.

Alec Pierce (Colts): The Colts might be inclined to keep all their wideouts after naming Daniel Jones their 2025 starter under center, seemingly favoring instant results over long-term development. The field-stretching Pierce, however, is entering a contract year, and the team has no shortage of other young options out wide.

Jayden Daniels was a sensation during his rookie year. Which other first-year QBs since 2000 have dominated in their debut seasons?

Joe Flacco is slated to be the 18th NFL starting quarterback 40 or older now that he's been named the Browns' starter. He's taking it in stride.

Flacco emerged victorious in the position battle over contenders Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Huntley. None of the other quarterbacks in Cleveland are older than 27, while Flacco celebrated his 40th birthday in January.