Scouting Report
Approved · Oct 20, 2026Koa Smith-Mayall
Overall grade
- 0-49Undetermined
- 50-59D-III / Dev
- 60-69D-II / NAIA
- 70-74FCS
- 75-84Group of 5
- 85-89Power 4
- 90-94Blue Chip
- 95-100Elite / Top 100
Twitchy, improvisational quarterback with a live arm and plus athleticism. Measured at 5-foot-9.5, 178 pounds at an offseason camp in July 2025 prior to his junior season, and he may have grown since. His hands have measured at 9 inches. Still registers as a bit undersized for the FBS level, but carries solid mass on his frame. Has attended several high schools over his career, transferring to Cathedral Catholic, one of the top programs in San Diego, before his senior year. In the midst of a productive start to his senior season through seven games, completing 63.7 percent of his…
Top Attributes
- Live arm and quick release - Athleticism and improvisation - Arm dexterity and off-platform throws
Areas to Develop
- Adding size relative to the position - Consistency with more reps - Developing as a designed runner
Film Review Notes
Explosive, reactive passer who creates with his arm and legs. The ball jumps off his hand. Drives his throws with a quick, concise delivery from a high release. Flashes arm dexterity, dropping throws in from off-platform and across his body. Shows the ability to fit the football into tight windows over the middle. Layers his throws with touch when needed. The twitchiness in his movements also stands out immediately. Dangerous once the pocket breaks down, evading rushers and buying time to make plays or pick up chunk yardage as a scrambler. Looks comfortable operating in the pocket while still doing damage outside of it.
Graded Skills
0–10 Scale
- 6.8Size
- 8.4Arm strength
- 8.1Accuracy
- 8.3Mechanics
- 8.6Release/touch
- 8.3Athleticism/movement skills
- 7.8Decision-making
- 8.2Pocket presence
- 8.2Playmaking/improvisational
- 8.1Rushing ability