Summary

Will Levis was selected in the 1st Round (#33 Overall) in the 2023 Draft out of University of Kentucky. Levis is a quarterback with top‑tier physical tools—a strong arm, good size, mobility, and toughness. He has shown flashes of major upside, and his skill set suggests he could develop into a franchise‑type passer. However, he also retains significant areas for improvement, especially in decision‑making, accuracy, processing speed, and adapting to NFL‑level complexity. His trajectory is very much boom or bust: if he refines his technique and consistent decision‑making, he has high ceiling; if not, he may struggle to fulfill that promise.

Strengths

• Elite arm strength & big‑time throws: Blessed with tantalizing arm talent, Levis can make all the throws required in the NFL: deep balls, tight‑window throws, and throws outside the numbers with velocity. Bleacher Report

• Good size and physical profile for QB: At ~6′4″ and 229 lbs, he has the frame to handle hits, stand in the pocket, and potentially endure NFL seasons. CBS Sports

• Mobility and rushing ability: More than a pure pocket passer, he showed ability to make plays with his legs—extending plays, moving off schedule, and generating value outside the pocket. Bleacher Report

• Toughness & competitive demeanor: He has a reputation for being willing to take hits, play through adversity, and show a competitive edge in his frame of mind. Bleacher Report

• Pro‑style experience & upside: He operated in schemes that allowed him to showcase pro throws, had enough volume to be evaluated, and brings a developmental upside that many teams covet. Yardbarker

Weaknesses

• Decision‑making & processing under pressure: He has a tendency to hold the ball too long, lock onto his first read, and be late in processing pressure or blitzes.

• Accuracy and consistency: While his arm is elite, his accuracy—especially on “touch” passes or when mechanics are off—has been flagged as inconsistent. Bleacher Report

• Footwork / mechanics and off‑platform throws: Exhibits inconsistent footwork in his dropback, particularly when forced to move or scramble; this impacts his placement and sometimes his ability to finish throws. NFL Draft Buzz

• Supporting cast and situational context: Some of his shortcomings may be magnified by weak surrounding talent—offensive line issues, receiver depth, etc.—but those are still factors that he must overcome. Advanced Sports Logic

• Ceiling contingent on development: Given his rawness in some areas, his success will depend on coaching, scheme fit, and his ability to refine the subtler parts of quarterback play. He is not “ready” in every sense.

Fit & Outlook

Levis fits best in an offense that allows him to leverage his arm strength and mobility—ideally one that incorporates play‑action, bootlegs, vertical shots, and gives time for progression development. A strong supporting cast (offensive line, receivers) will accelerate his growth. Early in his NFL career, he may be challenged to manage games, reduce mistakes, and establish consistency. Expect a learning curve, with improvement year over year as he refines his game. If Levis addresses his decision‑making, improves accuracy, and stays durable, his ceiling could be a franchise quarterback with big‑play ability. On the flip side, if those elements lag, his floor might be more limited—a capable starter but not at elite level. Levis’ next best move should be closing the door in Tennessee and looking to reunite with Liam Coen in Jacksonville, who had him play the position at an elite level at Kentucky as his offensive coordinator. If Levis goes this route, he can potentially find a Baker Mayfield/Sam Darnold/Daniel Jones type renaissance as a former first round pick that many were ready to proclaim a bust at their first stop.