Max Brosmer, the 2023 FCS All-American, sought to prove that he could replicate his success in an FBS Power 4 conference. Brosmer exceeded expectations and silenced the critics while maximizing his final season of collegiate eligibility. But as the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, where does the Minnesota signal-caller stack up in this year’s quarterback class?
Max Brosmer Draft Profile and Measurements
- Height: 6’2”
- Weight: 225
- Position: Quarterback
- School: Minnesota
- Current Year: Senior (6 Years)
Brosmer’s Scouting Report
A native of Roswell, Ga., Brosmer attended Centennial High School, where he broke out as a junior, earning second-team All-State honors from the Georgia Sportswriters Association and multiple All-Region accolades. A standout in the classroom, he also drew interest from Ivy League programs like Yale, Columbia, and Dartmouth. However, he ultimately chose New Hampshire and committed in September of his senior season.
Brosmer spent the first five years of his collegiate career at the University of New Hampshire, where he made history as the program’s first true freshman to start at quarterback, taking over for the final 10 games of the season. The Wildcats played just one game during the COVID-shortened 2020 season, and Brosmer’s momentum was further stalled in 2021 when a season-ending injury in fall camp forced him to miss the entire year.
Brosmer put together a solid and efficient campaign in 2022, but his breakout 2023 season put him on the national radar. He led all FCS quarterbacks in passing yards per game (325) while finishing second in the FCS in both total passing yards (3,464) and passing touchdowns (29).
After five years in the Northeast, Brosmer opted to transfer to Minnesota, seizing the opportunity to compete in the Big Ten while utilizing his final year of eligibility. He started all 13 games for the Golden Gophers, orchestrating game-winning drives against USC and UCLA in back-to-back weeks. Brosmer led Minnesota to an 8-4 regular season and capped off his collegiate career with a victory over Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl.
Brosmer earned an invitation to the East-West Shrine Game, where he impressed throughout the week. His performance earned him a spot on the West Team’s All-Practice Team, as voted by the coaching staff.
Strengths
- The upper body and lower body are married.
- Plays with a great base and light feet. Good angles in knees and ankles, ready to throw in an instant.
- Elite touch.
- Great accuracy and strategic ball placement.
- Tight and efficient throwing motion.
- Quick release. Finishes through and on top of the ball.
- Athletic enough to be dangerous with his legs. Minnesota did use him as a run option.
- Extremely accurate when clean and accurate on the run.
- Plays extremely well when on rhythm.
- Experienced. Played in 49 career games.
- High academic student. Can process information quickly.
- Has full control of the Minnesota offense and handles all checks at the line of scrimmage. Very involved in game planning.
- Tough, not afraid of contact.
- Mechanics, upper body strength, and throwing motion allow him to deliver accurate throws through contact.
- Average to above average arm strength. His arm won’t blow anyone away, but can make nearly every throw necessary.
- Comfortable and effective both in the gun and under center. Great with play-action and resetting his feet. Doesn’t panic with eyes away from the defense.
- Hates the negative play. Willing to scramble or throw the ball away if he senses trouble. Only willing to take calculated risks.
- Leadership is commendable.
- Six years of college experience but only 23 years old (will be 24 in Year 1).
Weaknesses
- Struggles dealing with interior pressure. Most of the issues came when the rush was directly in his line of sight. Rather than creating space, he attempts to get rid of the ball quickly.
- He struggles to create the second play.
- May evade pocket if the first few reads aren’t there, even if there isn’t any pressure.
- Had injury and durability concerns entering his time at Minnesota (ACL in 2021, LCL in high school).
- Consistency in accuracy.
Current Draft Projection and Summary
There’s plenty to like about Brosmer as a prospect. With 49 collegiate games under his belt, he brings a wealth of experience while still just 23 years old. Mechanically, he’s smooth, strong, and quick, with solid arm strength and a knack for protecting the football.
None of Brosmer’s weaknesses are major red flags. Like most quarterbacks, he struggles under pressure, particularly when it comes from the interior and disrupts his line of sight. However, what sets him apart is his ability to handle it without forcing bad decisions or costly turnovers. Instead of panicking, he finds ways to fight back to the line of scrimmage or simply throw the ball away.
Durability and level of competition were two key concerns surrounding Brosmer heading into the 2024 season. Now, he’s put both to rest. Despite suffering two major knee injuries earlier in his career, he has completed three consecutive healthy seasons. He capped off his final year by leading an overlooked Big Ten program to an eight-win campaign, highlighted by a bowl victory.
Where Brosmer shines is in his mental makeup and intellectual capacity. He’s a blue-collar player, but don’t let that fool you — he’s sharp. A standout student in high school, he received offers from several Ivy League schools, including Yale and Dartmouth.
At New Hampshire, Brosmer led a pro-style offensive system. He was given multiple plays and was responsible for putting the offense in the best position to succeed. He also handled all pre-snap communication with the offense, including checks and audibles.
His time with the Golden Gophers was no different. Brosmer continued to operate within a pro-style offense in terms of scheme and execution. From receiving the play call and communicating to executing the play itself, he’s proven capable in every phase — and he’s done it at a high level.
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Brosmer is currently projected as a Day 3 prospect. However, quarterbacks hold more value than any other position in the NFL, so if he gains momentum on draft boards after interviews at the combine and during team visits, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him go higher.
While Brosmer may not boast elite athletic traits, he possesses the mental makeup and work ethic necessary to maximize his skill set. These qualities give him a chance to have an extended NFL career.
