High School Passing Phenom Turned Aggies QB with Limited College Output
Tanner Rust exploded for 5,884 yards and 60 TDs over two stellar high school seasons at El Capitan (CA), earning all-state honors and signing with New Mexico State as a pro-style pocket passer out of the class of 2009[1][4][6]. At 6-3/190, his cannon arm and dual-threat flashes—like 31 rush yards in his first college start—highlight versatility, but current stats show just 33 yards, 0 TDs, and 1 INT, suggesting adjustment struggles or backup role[2]. Care about him for raw upside and multi-sport grit (strong baseball hitter too); he'd fit teams needing developmental arm talent with leadership poise[3][5].
