
Riley Neal brings size, poise, and a proven high-volume arm to Vanderbilt’s QB mix
Riley Neal’s appeal is his NFL-style frame and steady passing profile: at 6-foot-6, 225 pounds, he offered Vanderbilt a physical presence at quarterback and, in his Vanderbilt debut season, posted a career-best 378 passing yards at Purdue while competing for the starting job in a tight QB battle. He’s the kind of fit that can help if you want a big-bodied pocket passer who can handle contact and operate under pressure, but he is less of a flashy runner than a dual-threat option.