Analysts evaluate USC quarterback Jayden Maiava after Week 0 performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
USC quarterback Jayden Maiava played against San Jose State during the Week 0 college football slate on August 29. The game took place at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. As a draft-eligible prospect, Maiava is currently viewed by some evaluators as a potential early round pick for the 2027 NFL Draft. Analysts are reviewing his game tape to assess his technical proficiency despite the lower level of competition presented by his recent opponent. This assessment is part of a broader effort to track collegiate quarterback prospects who may be of interest to NFL teams like the Jets. Future evaluations of Maiava and other college prospects are expected to continue throughout the remainder of the season.
- •Jayden Maiava started at quarterback for USC in the Week 0 matchup against San Jose State.
- •The game occurred on August 29 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
- •Scouts are reviewing film from the contest to gauge his viability as a 2027 NFL Draft prospect.
- •Projections for Maiava suggest he could be an early round selection if he maintains consistent performance.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — VIDEO: Breaking down 2027 NFL Draft USC QB Prospect Jayden Maiava in Week 0
"Through the course of the preseason, I provided some video breakdowns on Cade Klubnik’s weekly performances. With the Jets in the market for a quarterback in the 2027 NFL Draft, I hope to do the same for college prospects through the season. Last week was college football’s Week 0. There was a limited slate of […]
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