Todd McShay· Sep 27, 2026
Evaluating the quarterback class, McShay pegged USC's Maiava as a borderline first-round pick, roughly a top-40 selection, who projects as a hopeful starter or long-term quality backup.
“I think he's like a fringe first rounder.”
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- Mock Draft PicksJayden MaiavaSep 27, 2026
Jayden Maiava to be picked “a fringe first rounder” (picks 1–32)
“Jordan Maiava. I think we know who he is. I think he's like a fringe first rounder... My Ava is like that fringe first round guy, made top 40 picks, something like that.”
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