Luke Altmyer

QB · Illinois Fighting Illini · 2026 NFL Draft Prospect

Model Rank
226
Model Grade
70.68
Round Range
Round 6-7
PFF Grade
77.7
Trait Score
78.61
RAS Score
-
Top Driver: ATHLETIC (-2.09) Risk Watch: medical/character item noted

Report Summary

Luke Altmyer (QB, Illinois Fighting Illini) carries a 70.68 model grade with a current Round 6-7 projection. Current board slot: 226. Primary NFL pathway: Franchise or high-end distributor in spread timing. developmental contributor profile; wins with timing and structure while retaining off-script creation. Seed rank 214 indicates current market confidence with developmental upside still available. How to read this card: 'How He Wins' describes repeatable film traits; 'Primary Concerns' lists failure points that can delay NFL translation.

How He Wins

- Usage fit: Franchise or high-end distributor within spread timing. - Film translation comes from timing/processing: ID leverage pre-snap, hold structure from the pocket, and create only when structure breaks. - Model + film note: developmental contributor profile; wins with timing and structure while retaining off-script creation. Seed rank 214 indicates current market confidence with developmental upsid.

Primary Concerns

- QB projection risk is driven by anticipation timing, pressure response, and turnover discipline. - Role stress test: value is strongest in franchise or high-end distributor; projection gets thinner if usage expands too far outside that lane early. - Pocket disruption response must stay on schedule; drifting off platform creates NFL turnover windows.

2025 Production Snapshot

PFF grade 77.7 Stat context: passing yards 3,007; pass TD-INT 22-5; completions/attempts 246/365; 242 rush yds, 5 rush TD; ESPN QBR 74.63; ESPN EPA/play 0.387; CFB quality mixed (0.82)

Role / Scheme Projection

Best early team fit: LV. Scheme path: spread timing. Expected early deployment: Franchise or high-end distributor. For film-heavy evaluation: this role asks for rhythm passing on early downs, controlled aggression on explosives, and situational command on third down/two-minute.
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