Where does Spencer Rattler land in 2021 FBS quarterback rankings?
It is no secret that the signal-caller is the most important position in football. With a top-tier quarterback under center, a program has a shot at not only a college football playoff berth or conference title but a place amidst the national championship conversation. This lends to evaluations and rankings at the position throughout the preseason. With each projected starters grading profile, data metrics, and film review, PFF released its annual college quarterback ranking for all 130 FBS programs. To no ones astonishment, Oklahomas Spencer Rattler landed at the esteemed No. 1 spot. Rattler is the best player returning to college football and should be the favorite to win the Heisman Trophy when the 2021 college football season kicks off on Aug. 28. As Lincoln Rileys latest prodigy, Rattler has earned his place among college footballs elite and OUs reign of dominance at the position. With mesmerizing off-platform throws and zippy quick release, he is poised for another stellar campaign this upcoming season. The ascending star has been compared to Patrick Mahomes for his arm talent and ability to create outside the pocket. His vertical shots downfield off play-action are a thing of beauty. Rattler earned a 92.5 passing grade that ranked sixth among Power Five quarterbacks in all of the PFF College era. All upperclassman. As a redshirt freshman, Rattler took the college football world by storm. He started out with growing pains, throwing four costly interceptions early on in the season. But after a 1-2 start, Rattler found his groove and never looked back, guiding the team to a Big 12 title. He completed 214 of 317 attempts for 3,031 yards, 28 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. The thing that differentiates Rattler is his playmaking ability outside of structure. His unorthodox training in high school has paid off at the college level. Regardless of his foundational base, Rattler can detach his upper body and gain enough velocity to deliver an effortless and accurate throw with unconventional footwork. A jaw-dropping element to his game that could make him Rileys greatest achievement at the position. He produced a 91.3 passing grade and a 69.7% accurate-pass rate when creating off structure in 2020 per PFF. As the most hyped player entering 2021, he is one to keep your eyes glued on. Gallery Oklahoma Sooners Snapshot Profile: No. 7 Spencer Rattler View 24 photos  Go ahead and stock up on popcorn!