Malik Washington leads list of most elusive college QBs for 2026
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Malik Washington of Maryland is identified as the most elusive quarterback heading into the 2026 college football season, according to CBS Sports. The rankings consider metrics like sack avoidance rate and yards after contact. Washington, who boasts a 93.8% sack avoidance rate, is joined by Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor and LSU's Sam Leavitt in the top three. Taylor, a true freshman, has made a significant impact with a high tackle avoidance rate, while Leavitt excels in scrambling yardage. The full list of elusive quarterbacks aims to highlight those who combine agility with successful playmaking abilities.
- •Malik Washington leads in elusiveness metrics for college QBs in 2026.
- •Washington achieved a 93.8% sack avoidance rate last season.
- •Kamario Taylor is noted for high tackle avoidance and scrambling gains.
- •Sam Leavitt ranks high in scrambling yardage and playmaking ability.
- •The list focuses on QBs who create opportunities under pressure.
- 2:45 PMCBS Sports — College football's 10 most elusive QBs: Arch Manning, Sam Leavitt among signal callers who give defenses fits
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