Wednesday, March 18, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Prospect QB Joe Fagnano

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2026 NFL Draft: Quarterback value chart (15.  Joe Fagano - UConn- 7th Round) (4-9-26):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/04/08/2026-nfl-draft-quarterback-value-chart/89517468007/

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Joe Fagnano throws 80 yard touchdown pass vs. Rice:  https://africa.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/46722694

Joe Fagnano scores 2-yard rushing touchdown:  https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/46637967


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5 Late-Round QB Prospects With NFL Starter Potential (Joe Fagnano, QB, UConn:  Joe Fagnano is a seventh-year quarterback prospect whose age may prevent him from being drafted. The UConn standout will definitely get an NFL training camp invite as an undrafted free agent (at worst) and it wouldn't be surprising to see him steal a job during the preseason. Fagnano possesses excellent size at 6-foot-3 and 226 pounds, and he was highly productive throughout 2025, throwing for 28 touchdowns and just one interception.) (4-20-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/late-round-expert/5-late-round-qb-prospects-with-nfl-starter-potential

Joe Fagnano Is Sleeper QB Creating Unexpected Buzz Across NFL Draft Circles (4-17-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/player-profiles/joe-fagnano-is-sleeper-qb-creating-unexpected-buzz-across-nfl-draft-circles

74-TD QB in 2026 NFL Draft Predicted to Exceed All Expectations Across ‘Decade’-Long Career | PFSN’s Football Debate Club (Why UConn QB Joe Fagnano Is a 2026 NFL Draft Sleeper.  Fagnano’s path to the NFL is anything but traditional, but it is exactly what makes him an intriguing Day 3 option. A former walk-on at Maine who developed into a multi-year starter before transferring to UConn, Fagnano enters the draft as a seasoned, mature quarterback with a track record of production and efficiency.  That profile stood out to PFSN draft expert Ian Cummings, who pointed to Fagnano’s numbers as a major reason he could stick at the next level.  “I think he’s a guy that doesn’t barely get he barely gets talked about, but his efficiency as a starter in 2025, you’re looking at a 28 to 1 TD interception ratio, 86.6 QB Impact Score at PFSN, and then generated 0.52 EPA per drop back on clean drop backs.  “He’s got the prototypical frame. He’s got the decision-making. He’s got the processing of a decent arm talent. I liken him a little bit to Tommy DeVito. Tommy DeVito was not heralded coming out, but he’s carved out a career as a solid backup. Joe Fagnano fits the bill.”  The comparison to Tommy DeVito is telling. Fagnano does not rely on elite physical traits but instead wins with timing, anticipation, and decision-making. At 6-foot-3, 223 pounds, he brings adequate size and arm talent, but his real value lies in how he operates within structure.  After overcoming a shoulder injury in 2023, Fagnano returned to post a standout 2025 season, throwing for 3,448 yards with 28 touchdowns and just one interception while completing nearly 70% of his passes. That level of ball security, paired with his experience, gives him a strong foundation as a developmental backup who can be trusted in short stretches.  In a draft class without clear high-end quarterback depth, players like Fagnano and Altmyer highlight the value of stability and efficiency. They may not hear their names early, but their skill sets suggest they could stick around long after more hyped prospects fade out.) (4-16-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/luke-altmyer-predicted-exceed-expectations-april-16-2026/

NFL draft QB Hot Board: Reid on strengths and weaknesses for the top 12 passers (11. Joe Fagnano, UConn - Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 226 pounds.  Class: Seventh-year senior | Projected range: Late Day 3, UDFA.  Best team fit: Detroit Lions.  Where he excels: A rare seventh-year senior, Fagnano spent four seasons at Maine (2019-22) before transferring to UConn prior to the 2023 season. He experienced a breakout in 2025, finishing with 3,448 passing yards and 28 touchdowns to only one interception -- a tipped pass against Air Force. Fagnano is a mechanically sound passer whose eyes, feet and throwing motion are routinely in sync. He shows comfort with scanning through full-field reads. He understands his limitations and opts to make the right throw. And he also gets the ball out quick -- his 2.56-second average time before pass ranked among the top 25 in the FBS.  Fagnano rose to the occasion against bigger opponents, going 2-1 against ACC opponents, including a victory over ACC champion Duke. His 14 go-ahead passing touchdowns led the FBS.  Where he needs work: Fagnano, who will turn 25 prior to the draft, played in an offense predicated on quick completions, as 28.8% of his attempts last season were at or behind the line of scrimmage (38th most in the FBS). He has limited arm strength and won't wow scouts with his passing velocity. His game is more dependent on taking the safe throw than testing defenses in tighter windows.) (4-5-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/46532548/2026-nfl-draft-ranking-top-quarterbacks-hot-board-team-fits-strengths-weaknesses

Handicapping What Rounds QBs Might Be Selected in the 2026 NFL Draft (Joe Fagano, Connecticut 
Draft range: Round 7 or UDFA.  Fagano gets off the bus and has the measurables of an NFL quarterback, but will need a franchise to really believe in him to spend a late pick here. He was a quality passer in college and doesn’t lack experience, but may not quite have the accuracy to be more than a practice squad guy in the league.) (3-26-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/handicapping-what-rounds-qbs-might-be-selected-2026-nfl-draft

NFL Pro Day Takeaways: Texas LB Shines, Skyler Bell Stands Out (Quarterback Joe Fagnano did not test, but he threw for Bell and other pass catchers on hand. He was right on the money except for one pass that was off the mark. Fagnano, who was not on the scouting radar prior to the season, grades as a late-round pick. There are some teams that have him rated higher than Drew Allar of Penn State, who is also a Day 3 prospect. The New York Jets had their quarterbacks coach on hand, and he spent time with Fagnano.) (3-24-26):  https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-nfl-pro-day-takeaways-texas-lbs-shine-skyler-bell-stands-out/

2026 NFL draft QB rankings: Mendoza, Simpson, Nussmeier (11. Joe Fagnano, UConn - Height: 6-foot-3 | Weight: 226 pounds.  Class: Seventh-year senior | Projected range: Late Day 3, UDFA.  Where he excels: A rare seventh-year senior, Fagnano spent four seasons at Maine (2019-22) before transferring to UConn prior to the 2023 season. He experienced a breakout in 2025, finishing with 3,448 passing yards and 28 touchdowns to only one interception -- a tipped pass against Air Force. Fagnano is a mechanically sound passer whose eyes, feet and throwing motion are routinely in sync. He shows comfort with scanning through full-field reads. He understands his limitations and opts to make the right throw. And he also gets the ball out quick -- his 2.56-second average time before pass ranked among the top 25 in the FBS.  Fagnano rose to the occasion against bigger opponents, going 2-1 against ACC opponents, including a victory over ACC champion Duke. His 14 go-ahead passing touchdowns led the FBS.  Where he needs work: Fagnano, who will turn 25 prior to the draft, played in an offense predicated on quick completions, as 28.8% of his attempts last season were at or behind the line of scrimmage (38th most in the FBS). He has limited arm strength and won't wow scouts with his passing velocity. His game is more dependent on taking the safe throw than testing defenses in tighter windows.) (3-7-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/46532548/2026-nfl-draft-ranking-top-quarterbacks-hot-board-team-fits-strengths-weaknesses

UConn football stars Joe Fagnano and Skyler Bell wrap up NFL Combine (Joe Fagnano, Quarterback:  Fagnano had an incredible 2025 run, leading Connecticut to a 9-3 record. Within 12 starts, the gunslinger placed No. 17 with 3,448 passing yards, tied for No. 12 with 28 touchdowns, and No. 1 with one interception.  Combine Result:  40-Yard Dash: 4.83 Seconds (7th-best time among QBs), 10-Yard Split: 1.67 Seconds (7th), Vertical Jump: 35” (4th), Broad Jump: 9’ 10”, (4th), 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.35 Seconds (2nd).  Overall Performance:  Production Score: 65, Athleticism Score: 76, Total Score: 70. Prospect Grade: 5.66. Prognosis:  After performing at the combine, the Pennsylvania native demonstrated the pros and cons of his talent.  While throwing deep balls to wideouts, the pocket passer highlighted his inconsistent accuracy.  Most notably, the seventh-year senior overthrew former Georgia Bulldogs receiver Dillon Bell, forcing him to reach behind and haul in a one-handed catch.  Despite Fagnano’s “average arm,” it is expected that a team will give him a shot to prove himself. As of now, the former Husky is projected to go on Day 3 of the NFL draft, in the sixth or seventh round. It is worth noting that he could wind up an undrafted free agent.) (3-3-26):  https://www.theuconnblog.com/uconn-huskies-football/57947/uconn-football-stars-joe-fagnano-and-skyler-bell-wrap-up-nfl-combine

Grading the best and worst QB workouts at the NFL combine (13. Joe Fagnano, UConn (6-3, 226 pounds) - Grade: D.  Fagnano came in as a longshot to be drafted and didn't do anything to change that. He might have hurt his intrigue as a priority undrafted free agent. He showed the arm, but he was plagued by inaccuracy and inconsistency to think it will be a struggle to make a team.) (3-2-26):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-combine-results-2026-quarterbacks-grades-simpson-pavia/a12c4f2af4276bdc15f096c0

NFL combine QB grades: Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier improve NFL draft stock (14. Joe Fagnano, - Connecticut: D.  Fagnano struggled immensely with his accuracy during his combine workout. He seemed to alternate between underthrowing passes and air-mailing them to his receivers while struggling to consistently put his deep-passing attempts in an area where his receivers could make a play.  When Fagnano was accurate, he was able to deliver a handful of good-looking throws that reminded talent evaluators of the potential that the 6-3, 226-pound passer has. But his overall workout, coupled with his average numbers in the athletic testing drills, continues to point toward him being a late-round developmental project – if he's selected in the 2026 NFL Draft at all.) (3-1-26):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/02/28/nfl-combine-2026-quarterback-grades-rankings-draft/88919786007/

NFL Combine Risers and Fallers Day 3: Jeremiyah Love Cements Spot As Top RB (UConn quarterback Joe Fagnano drove the ball at a high level, but he missed several receivers either too high or too long.) (2-28-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/combine-risers-and-fallers-day-3-jeremiyah-love-cements-spot

Lions NFL Combine Updates: Secondary Standouts, Deep TE Class (Intriguing names that have been revealed to meet with Detroit, either informally or formally, include North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton, UConn quarterback Joe Fagnano, SMU wide receiver Jordan Hudson and Penn State running back Nick Singleton.  Fagnano threw for 3,448 yards and 28 touchdowns while tossing just one interception for the Huskies last season.) (2-28-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/news/lions-nfl-combine-updates-secondary-standouts-deep-te-class

2026 NFL Combine Quarterback (QB) Preview (Day 3 Potpourri - Joe Fagnano, QB, Connecticut:  Fagnano is an older quarterback prospect who prides himself on making as few mistakes as possible. He recently got to showcase his talents at the Shrine Bowl. He’ll be fighting to prove he has a trait worthy of being drafted.) (2-20-26):  https://thedraftnetwork.com/2026/02/20/2026-nfl-combine-quarterback-preview

NFL Combine Primer: Highest-graded prospects, sleepers, rankings and schedule (Sleeper to Watch: Joe Fagnano, UConn.  Fagnano tossed 28 touchdowns and just one interception in his seventh season of college football. Although he will be older, his mistake-free play style — 81st-percentile negative play rate and 82nd-percentile sack rate in 2025 — could give him a leg to stand on this draft season.) (2-18-26):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-nfl-combine-primer-schedule-highest-graded-prospects-sleepers-big-board-rankings

Top 5 Underrated QBs to Watch in the 2026 NFL Draft Class Ft. Haynes King (Joe Fagnano – UConn Huskies:  With 3,448 passing yards and 28 touchdowns and just one interception in 2025, Joe Fagnano has been impressive, but many did not even believe that he would even be considered to be drafted. Now, he is projected to become a Day 3 pick and he may surprise a lot of people should he be drafted a lot earlier because of his high game IQ.) (2-12-26):  https://collegefootballnetwork.com/top-5-underrated-qbs-nfl-draft/

Hidden gems: sleeper QBs that could surprise scouts at the NFL Combine (Joe Fagnano:  Fagnano spent four years at the FCS level with Maine before transferring to UConn in 2023, where he became one of the most consistent and reliable quarterbacks at the FBS level over the past two seasons without much fanfare or flash.  Fagnano was injured in 2023 and missed most of the season, before starting five games at quarterback in 2024 and 12 games in 2025, going 13-4 as a starter and passing for 5,079 yards and 48 touchdowns while recording just five interceptions. In 2025, he didn't throw an interception until Week 12 and led UConn to a 9-3 record.) (2-11-26):  https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/touchdown/2026/02/11/hidden-gems-sleeper-qbs-that-could-surprise-scouts-at-the-nfl-combine/88629659007/

PFSN's Highest Graded Players at the 2026 Shrine Bowl Include Eli Heidenreich, Joe Fagnano (QB: Joe Fagnano, UConn - PFSN CFB QB Impact Score: 86.6.  There was a moment last offseason when Joe Fagnano genuinely considered walking away from football. A devastating shoulder injury in 2023 had robbed him of what should have been his breakthrough season with UConn, and the path forward seemed uncertain.  Yet the seventh-year senior returned to produce the greatest individual quarterback season in Huskies history, finishing 285-for-413 for 3,448 yards, 28 touchdowns, and just one interception — a single-season record for efficiency at the programme.  Fagnano earned the New England Gold Helmet Award as the region’s Player of the Year and became a Davey O’Brien Award semifinalist while steering UConn to a 9-3 record. His lone interception is the fewest all-time for a UConn quarterback, and his 161.03 passer efficiency rating stands atop the school’s record books.  With a PFSN CFB QB Impact Score of 86.6 (16th nationally), Fagnano represents the rare late-blooming passer whose game tape and leadership qualities could intrigue NFL organisations looking for developmental depth at the position) (1-27-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/shrine-bowl-2026-highest-graded-players-pfsn/

2026 NFL Draft: Ranking the Best QB Prospects After Fernando Mendoza (11. Joe Fagnano, Connecticut (6-4, 225):  Similar to Payton from North Dakota State, Fagnano was barely a blip on the NFL radar just a few years ago, walking on at Maine (an FCS school) back in 2019 and leading them to a 10-15 record as a part-time starter over four seasons. After working with former NFL head coach Jim Mora Jr. (who recently took over at Colorado State), however, Fagnano has emerged as one of the most intriguing hidden gems in this year's class (regardless of position), tossing 48 touchdowns against just five interceptions over the past two seasons.  While it is true that Fagnano was aided by a shotgun-heavy offense that minimized his pre-snap reads, Fagnano has both size and legitimate arm talent. He also has a snappy release and can drive the ball to the sideline, as well as loft the ball with impressive touch. Fagnano hasn’t created much buzz nationally, but a strong showing at the East-West Shrine Bowl could change that quickly.) (1-27-26):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2026-nfl-draft-who-best-qb-prospects-after-fernando-mendoza

2026 NFL Draft: ESPN shakes up Top 12 quarterback rankings after National Championship Game (12. Joe Fagnano, UConn - Season stats: 3,448 yards, 28 TD, 1 INT, 69% completion percentage, 131 rushing yards, 3 rushing TD (12 games).  Perhaps it was the competition UConn faced this season, but it seems like Fagnano is way under the radar as a quarterback. He completed nearly 7-% of his passes with only one interception! And he threw it 413 times! Fagnano will get his shot.) (1-25-26):  https://www.on3.com/pro/news/2026-nfl-draft-espn-shakes-up-top-12-quarterback-rankings-after-national-championship-game/

The Shrine Bowl Showcases College Football’s Most Underrated QB, Joe Fagnano (1-24-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/shrine-bowl-showcases-underrated-qb-joe-fagnano/

Shrine Bowl 2026 NFL Draft Quarterbacks Led by Cade Klubnik, Behren Morton (Shrine Bowl QB Rankings - 3. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Joe Fagnano quietly put together one of the most productive seasons in college football.  He led UConn to a 9–3 record and a bowl berth for the second straight season, earning both New England Gold Helmet Player of the Year and Gridiron Club of Greater Boston Offensive Player of the Year honors.  Starting all 12 games, he became the first Huskies quarterback to do so since 2018. Statistically, Fagnano was outstanding, completing 285 of 413 passes for 3,448 yards with 28 touchdowns and just one interception, finishing with an impressive 161.03 passer efficiency rating.  He recorded six 300-yard games and closed the season with a career-best performance against Florida Atlantic, throwing for 446 yards.  The question isn’t about production; it’s about context. After seven years in college, why did the breakout come so late? Fagnano has the size and arm talent to stand out during Shrine Bowl practices, but evaluators will be debating whether he’s a Tyler Shough-type late bloomer with starter traits or simply a high-end depth quarterback and camp arm.) (1-23-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/shrine-bowl-2026-nfl-draft-qb-cade-klubnik-behren-morton/

2026 East-West Shrine Bowl roster reveal: Three things you need to know (1. Quarterback crop includes familiar names - The Shrine Bowl will add two more quarterbacks to the roster before all is said and done, per Galko, but it currently has six quarterbacks who have accepted invitations to the game, including some names very familiar to college football and NFL draft fans.  Perhaps the most fascinating quarterback at the game is Connecticut's Joe Fagnano, whom the Boston-based Galko admits was not truly on his radar prior to last season, despite Fagnano playing just down the road from him. Since October, however, scouts have been buzzing about the Huskies' QB who shocked observers by throwing for 3,448 yards on 69.0% completions with a sterling 28:1 TD-INT ratio.  "Even talking to people at UConn (before the season), they were excited, but maybe a little bit hesitant how they kind of valued him and his NFL future," Galko said. "But you know, he's had one of the most efficient seasons I've ever seen. ... And it's because he's a really special play progressor and decisive and knows what he's looking at. If he was a little faster and had a bigger arm, he'd be a first-round pick."  Galko compared Fagnano to former Shrine QB Aidan O’Connell -- a pocket passer who can find a steady home in the NFL.) (1-15-26):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-east-west-shrine-bowl-roster-reveal-three-things-you-need-to-know


College football: Top 10 quarterbacks after 2025 regular season (10. Joe Fagnano (UConn) - Stats: Top-10 QBR Finisher.  Fagnano emerged as one of the biggest surprises of the season, ranking inside the national top 10 in QBR and elevating UConn’s offense to one of its most efficient in years. His command and consistency kept the Huskies competitive every week.) (12-10-25):  https://www.thebiglead.com/college-football-top-10-quarterbacks-after-2025-regular-season-v/

3 Biggest Heisman Trophy Snubs Include Texas Tech LB Jacob Rodriguez (Joe Fagnano: QB, UConn - The most under-the-radar star of the 2025 season? Without question: Fagnano. Most college football fans probably didn’t watch much UConn this year but should have, because Fagnano quietly delivered one of the most efficient and productive seasons in the nation while guiding a long-struggling program to relevance. UConn finished 9–3, earned a second consecutive bowl trip, and looked like a program finally revived under Jim Mora. Fagnano was the catalyst: 3,441 passing yards, 28 TDs to just a single interception (the best ratio in the country), 68.9% completion rate, Three rushing TDs.  Advanced metrics paint an even clearer picture of his excellence: Fagnano earned an 86.6 PFSN Impact Grade, 16th best in all of college football, and ranked No. 8 nationally in passing yards (3,441) and No. 7 in passing touchdowns (28). That 28:1 TD:INT ratio alone should have grabbed national attention. Combine that with UConn’s transformation from an afterthought to a winner, and Fagnano’s omission from the finalist list feels like one of the biggest oversights of the decade.) (12-8-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/3-biggest-heisman-trophy-snubs-include-texas-tech-lb-jacob-rodriguez/

Quiet production doesn’t mean inferior production; Fagnano delivered one of the cleanest, most poised seasons of any quarterback in America.(12-8-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/3-biggest-heisman-trophy-snubs-include-texas-tech-lb-jacob-rodriguez/

College Football QB Power Rankings: Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia finishes No. 1, Oregon's Dante Moore up in top 50 (7. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Fagnano capped an elite regular season with a career-high 446 yards and three touchdowns through the air in UConn's 48-45 win at FAU. He's thrown 28 touchdowns against just one interception, making the Huskies the least-intercepted team in college football. Last week: 10) (12-5-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-vanderbilts-diego-pavia-no-1/

Joe Fagnano Named 2025 Season Gold Helmet Award Winner (12-1-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/12/1/football-joe-fagnano-named-2025-season-gold-helmet-award-winner

College Football QB Power Rankings: Diego Pavia hits No. 1 as Vanderbilt star leads Commodores to history (10. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Fagnano put the cap on a prolific regular season by leading UConn to a 48-45 win at FAU last week. The victory improved the Huskies to 9-3 and sent Fagnano into Bowl Season with 3,448 yards passing and 28 touchdowns against just one interception. He needs only three completions and 37 yards to set new school records in both categories. Last week: 12) (11-28-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-diego-pavia-vanderbilt-commodores/

College Football QB Power Rankings 2025: Who Tops the List of the Nation’s Best Quarterbacks? (14. Joe Fagnano, UConn Huskies: 90.6 (A−)) (11-28-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-qb-power-rankings-2025-who-tops-the-list-of-the-nations-best-quarterbacks/


Joe Fagnano Wins The Gridiron Club of Greater Boston Award - University of Connecticut Athletics (11-24-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/11/24/football-joe-fagnano-wins-the-gridiron-club-of-greater-boston-award

Joe Fagnano This Week's New England Gold Helmet Award Winner - University of Connecticut Athletics (11-23-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/11/23/football-joe-fagnano-this-weeks-new-england-gold-helmet-award-winner

UConn's Offensive Trio Makes History vs. Florida Atlantic (Joe Fagnano, Skyler Bell and Cam Edwards Take UConn to New Heights - Fagnano dropped his career-high performance against the Owls. The seventh-year senior from Williamsport, Pa., threw 33 completions on 46 attempts for 446 yards and three touchdowns, surpassing 3000 passing yards in the first drive itself. He finished the season with 3,448 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and one interception.  His four-touchdown performances also came against FIU (355 yards, 78.6% completion), UAB (267 yards, 76.7% completion rate) and Boston College (362 yards, 74.2% completion). Fagnano became the first UConn quarterback to start every game of a season since David Pindell in 2018.) (11-23-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-joe-fagnano-skyler-bell-cam-edwards-make-history-florida-atlantic-owls

UConn Squeaks By Florida Atlantic to End Season on a High (Fagnano recorded his career-high numbers, breaching the 400-passing yards mark for the first time in his career. He finished the game with 33 completions of 46 passes for 446 yards and three touchdowns. It was his 11th game without throwing an interception.) (11-22-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-squeak-florida-atlantic-end-season-high

College Football QB Power Rankings: Gunner Stockton takes No. 1 after slaying Texas, veteran Jeff Sims rises (12. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Fagnano's streak of 385 straight pass attempts without an interception came to an end last week, albeit on a deflected ball. Regardless, his streak of 25 touchdowns without an interception to open the season was a remarkable feat. He's the driving force behind UConn's 8-3 record. Last week: 1) (11-19-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-gunner-stockton-no-1-slaying-texas/

UConn QB Joe Fagnano's Historic Streak Snaps (11-19-25):   https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-joe-fagnano-historic-streak-snaps

College Football QB Rankings by Conference: Surprising Contender Emerges as Home of the Elite (Group of Six and FBS Independent QB Rankings - 4. Joe Fagnano, UConn: 90.8, A- (16th)) (11-19-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-2025-heisman-qb-impact-rankings/

UConn Football Improves Home Winning Streak Against Air Force (Air Force Pressure QB Joe Fagnano as Huskies’ Offense Relies Upon Cam Edwards - Most of the season star quarterback Joe Fagnano had been the man that the team would lean upon every game. Wide Receiver Skyler Bell has notably been a weapon in the open field this season, but the play of Fagnano has been what is propelling the Huskies towards something special. Fagnano notably recorded his first interception of the season after successfully navigating his way through ten games this season without doing so. The quarterback recorded 155 yards after completing 15 of his 13 pass attempts against the Falcons’ defense. Fagnano might not have had the best game, but the quarterback stayed patient and did not force any big plays. Without Fagnano performing his best, the Huskies relied upon powerful running back Cam Edwards to do the damage needed on offense. Edwards finished the game with 165 yards and two touchdowns on the ground after carrying the football 24 times. Previously, the success of Fagnano and the passing offense forced UConn to move away from the running game. Coach Jim Mora noted that Edwards has been great this season, but the success of the team through the air has been hard to deny. Edwards made the most of his carries against the Falcons’ defense and proved once against why he is a pivotal part of the team.) (11-15-26):  https://www.on3.com/sites/uconn-report/news/uconn-football-improves-home-winning-streak-against-air-force/

College Football News: Analysis Of The Best G5 Quarterbacks (UConn QB Joe Fagnano - Season statistics: In 344 passing attempts, Fagnano has yet to throw an interception. Fagnano is completing 68.9% of his passes for 2,845 yards and 25 touchdowns. He has run for 141 yards and two scores and is third among FBS quarterbacks in touchdown passes. Signature 2025 performance: During a 38-23 win at Boston College, he completed 23 of 31 passes (74.2%) for 362 yards, and he also rushed six times for 25 yards and a score. Notable: Fagnano began his career at Maine, spending three years there and is now in his third year at UConn. He is 10th nationally in passing efficiency (162.41) and recently led UConn to a 37-34 win over Duke, where he threw for 316 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 51 yards on six carries.) (11-14-25):  https://herosports.com/fbs-college-football-news-analysis-best-g5-quarterbacks-mnmn/

College Football QB Power Rankings: UConn's Joe Fagnano surges to No. 1 with run matching Joe Burrow (1. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Fagnano became the third college quarterback in 25 years to reach 25 touchdown passes without an interception last week as he led UConn to a 37-34 win over Duke. The veteran Maine transfer is the first quarterback since Joe Burrow to have 250-plus passing yards, three or more passing touchdowns and no interceptions in five straight games. Last week: 10) (11-12-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-uconns-joe-fagnano-no-1-joe-burrow-feat/

College football's best-kept secret: UConn QB Joe Fagnano is quietly putting together a masterful season (11-11-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-footballs-best-kept-secret-uconn-qb-joe-fagnano-is-quietly-putting-together-a-masterful-season/

2026 NFL Draft Stock Report: 4 Sleepers Moving Up the Board (Stock Up: QB Joe Fagnano, UConn - I could add a couple of his offensive teammates here, too (running back Cam Edwards, wide receiver Skyler Bell), but Fagnano is the engine that’s making the Huskies offense roll this season.  His latest outing was par for the course in 2025 so far, as Fagnano completed 27 of 39 passes for 311 yards and three touchdowns (no interceptions) in a 37-34 comeback win over Duke. Fagnano also led the Huskies in rushing, carrying the ball six times for 51 yards.  Through 10 games this season, Fagnano has tossed 25 touchdown passes, and has yet to throw a single interception. Zip. Zero. None.The biggest drawback to Fagnano’s draft stock is the fact that he’s playing his seventh season of college football right now, having taken full advantage of his eligibility due to injury and the COVID-shortened 2020 season. But if Tyler Shough can be a top-40 pick, Fagnano deserves attention from NFL teams.  Listed at 6-4, 225 pounds, Fagnano checks a ton of boxes that are always valued highly at the next level. He can make tight-window throws with anticipation and accuracy, makes sound decisions with the football to avoid turnovers, and brings dual-threat ability as a runner. His age will weight down his stock, but on the field, he’s one of the most underrated passers in the class.) (11-10-25):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/2026-nfl-draft-sleepers-stock-report-college-football-week-11

College football: Top 15 leading passers in college football after Week 11 (Joe Fagnano - Team: UConn.  YDS: 2,840.  Fagnano delivered another sharp outing, spreading the ball well and lifting UConn’s aerial attack. His decision-making and high completion percentage have been keys to keeping drives alive.) (11-10-25):  https://www.thebiglead.com/college-football-top-15-leading-passers-in-college-football-after-week-11-v/

Joe Fagnano Named Manning Award Star of the Week - University of Connecticut Athletics (11-10-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/11/10/untitled-story

Joe Fagnano Named to Davey O'Brien Award Weekly Great 8 (11-10-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/11/10/football-joe-fagnano-named-to-davey-o-brien-award-weekly-great-8

College football Week 11 overreactions: National title game matchup set, Oregon not championship caliber (Joe Fagnano is the best player you've never heard of - Joe Fagnano has been nails for UConn this season. The Huskies improved to 7-3 with their Week 11 upset of Duke -- handing coach Jim Mora his third win against the ACC since the start of the 2024 campaign -- and are on track to have one of their best seasons since the turn of the century behind the arm of Fagnano. He torched the Blue Devils with 311 yards -- his fourth 300-yard passing performance in the past five games -- and three touchdowns through the air. Saturday marked his fifth straight game with at least three touchdowns passing. He also threw his 383rd consecutive pass without an interception, which is the second-longest such streak in FBS history. He's got 61 more attempts to go to pass former Louisiana Tech signal caller Colby Cameron for the record.  Fagnano now ranks top-five nationally with 2,640 yards and 25 touchdowns passing. He's certainly worth checking out at some point over the last month.) (11-9-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-week-11-overreactions-national-title-game-oregon-championship-caliber/

2026 NFL Draft Stock Report: 4 Sleepers Moving Up the Board (Stock Up: QB Joe Fagnano, UConn - I could add a couple of his offensive teammates here, too (running back Cam Edwards, wide receiver Skyler Bell), but Fagnano is the engine that’s making the Huskies offense roll this season.  His latest outing was par for the course in 2025 so far, as Fagnano completed 27 of 39 passes for 311 yards and three touchdowns (no interceptions) in a 37-34 comeback win over Duke. Fagnano also led the Huskies in rushing, carrying the ball six times for 51 yards. Through 10 games this season, Fagnano has tossed 25 touchdown passes, and has yet to throw a single interception. Zip. Zero. None. The biggest drawback to Fagnano’s draft stock is the fact that he’s playing his seventh season of college football right now, having taken full advantage of his eligibility due to injury and the COVID-shortened 2020 season. But if Tyler Shough can be a top-40 pick, Fagnano deserves attention from NFL teams. Listed at 6-4, 225 pounds, Fagnano checks a ton of boxes that are always valued highly at the next level. He can make tight-window throws with anticipation and accuracy, makes sound decisions with the football to avoid turnovers, and brings dual-threat ability as a runner. His age will weight down his stock, but on the field, he’s one of the most underrated passers in the class.) (11-9-25):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/2026-nfl-draft-sleepers-stock-report-college-football-week-11


UConn Stays Undefeated at Home with Win Over Duke (1. Joe Fagnano continues to be a star
If Huskies fans did not get a chance to catch the recent episode of College Gameday, they missed something pretty significant. Nick Saban said that the Huskies are an underappreciated team and need more love, on the show and he was correct in that statement.  Quarterback Joe Fagnano for the Huskies made that statement true with his performance in this one. Fagnano completed 27-of-39 passes for 311 yards and 3 touchdowns while also carrying the ball 6 times for 51 yards, the guy has been outstanding.  His season total is now 25 touchdowns to no interceptions. The dude has been so underappreciated and continues to fly under the radar.) (11-8-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-stay-undefeated-home-win-over-duke

UConn Gets Special Shoutout From Nick Saban (Joe Fagnano and Cam Edwards are the backbones of this UConn team and should be why Saban recognized the team - Whenever somebody thinks of the current UConn football team, they think of the quarterback Fagnano and the running back Edwards. Yes, they both play on the same side of the football game in and game out, but they are the main reason the Huskies are at 6-3 and looking for 7-3 in their upcoming matchup against the Duke Blue Devils.  Fagnano and Edwards go into every game giving it their absolute all and always give the Huskies every chance to win. The Huskies have been in every single game that they have played this year and actually should be 9-0 but have had some unfortunate luck on the defensive side of the ball.  So far this year, Fagnano has thrown 22 touchdowns and has not thrown an interception through nine games. Those are crazy numbers and those are numbers that a fan would see if they played the video game version of College Football.) (11-8-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-special-shoutout-nick-saban

Joe Fagnano aerial attack powers UConn over Duke (Joe Fagnano completed 27 of 39 passes for 311 yards and three touchdowns to lead UConn to a 37-34 victory over Duke in East Hartford, Conn. on Saturday. UConn (7-3) trailed by five until Skyler Bell caught a 19-yard TD pass from Fagnano with 1:58 to play. Fagnano capped the scoring by running in the two-point conversion.) (11-8-25):  https://www.kmjnow.com/2025/11/08/joe-fagnano-aerial-attack-powers-uconn-over-duke/

Top UConn Threats Duke Must Prepare For (QB Joe Fagnano:  The Huskies have a seventh-year guy at quarterback. Yes, seven. Joe Fagnano began his career at Maine in 2019 and is now in his third season in Connecticut.  Fagnano is also having a career year in his final season, throwing for 2,529 yards (already a career-high), 22 touchdown passes, and zero interceptions. He's been pretty efficient, completing 68.8% of his passes this year and leading an offense scoring 36.9 points per game (15th in FBS).  The Huskies have also only turned the ball over once this season, losing a fumble. Simply put, Fagnano hasn't made many mistakes this season, and the Duke defense did not put a whole lot of good on tape last week  Fagnano has also led a UConn offense scoring on 92.9% of its red zone trips. Conversely, the Blue Devils' defense allows scores on 93.5% of its red zone trips. It's not a great matchup because of how precise Fagnano is with the ball.  More than ever, Duke will need its pass rush to come alive. Vincent Anthony Jr. has been quiet the past few weeks, but still leads the team with 6.5 sacks. Wesley Williams, on the other side, and Aaron Hall in the middle have been great this season. Fagnano is not much of a runner, so Duke needs to try to collapse the pocket this week.) (11-7-25):  https://www.si.com/college/duke/top-uconn-threats-blue-devils-must-prepare-for-

Blue Devils Look to Disrupt UConn’s Mistake-Free Attack in Saturday Showdown (Still, there's a lot for Mora to like about the match-up as his team has found its rhythm. Joe Fagnano, now in his seventh (not a misprint) season of college football and third with UConn, has been flat out surgical. Twenty-two touchdowns. Zero interceptions. (Again) That's not a typo, and it's the cleanest line in the FBS. Sports Info Solutions lists him as the seventh most accurate passer in America, and across more than 500 attempts in a Husky uniform, he's thrown just five picks total. Fagnano's efficiency has reshaped what used to be a grinding UConn offense into something far more sleek and dangerous. He's built instant chemistry with receiver Skyler Bell, a transfer from Wisconsin who's caught 11 touchdowns already this year, three of them last week against UAB.) (11-6-25):  https://247sports.com/college/duke/article/blue-devils-look-to-disrupt-uconns-mistake-free-attack-in-saturday-showdown-260265621/

Duke football opponent preview: UConn (X-factor - UConn: Joe Fagnano.  For UConn, the player to watch is Joe Fagnano, a graduate student quarterback whose leadership has anchored the Huskies’ resurgence under head coach Jim Mora. Fagnano entered the 2025 season following a breakout 2024 campaign that brought UConn its first winning record in over a decade. In the current season, he’s thrown for more than 2,500 yards and recorded 22 touchdowns without an interception, posting a 68.8% completion rate.  Fagnano’s calm under pressure and precision in the pocket have been crucial to the Huskies’ success. He has the ability to execute quick reads and build sustained drives that keep his opponents on their toes. To keep UConn competitive against a Duke defense, Fagnano must continue making accurate passes and avoid holding onto the ball too long. If Fagnano can stay poised and connect early, the Huskies could find openings to test Duke’s defense. But any hesitation or forced throw could swing the momentum back to the Blue Devils. With both programs eyeing a late-season win, it will ultimately come down to who can maintain composure under pressure and emerge from the stadium victorious.) (11-6-25):  https://dukechronicle.com/article/duke-football-2025-opponent-preview-uconn-diaz-mensah-barkate-sheppard-fagnano-20251106

College Football QB Power Rankings: Ohio State's Julian Sayin surges, Arch Manning finally returns to top 50 (10. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  No quarterback has attempted more passes without an interception than Fagnano, who upped his season tally of touchdown passes to 22 with a four-TD showing in UConn's win over UAB. He is the driving force behind the Huskies reaching bowl eligibility for a second straight season and could be the driving force behind an upset of Duke this week. Last week: 22) (11-5-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-ohio-states-julian-sayin-surges-arch-manning-finally-returns-to-top-50/

What to Know About Duke’s Road Game at UConn (This should be a bigger challenge for the Blue Devils. UConn's quarterback, Joe Fagnano, is in th emidst of his seventh and best year of college ball. He's completed 68.8% of his passes while throwing for 2,529 yards, 22 touchdowns and no interceptions. Fagnano has been red-hot this year, especially when throwing to his favorite target, receiver Skyler Bell.) (11-5-25):  https://www.si.com/college/duke/onsi-blue-devils-football-manny-diaz-uconn-huskies-joe-fagnano

College football: Top 15 leading passers in college football after Week 10 (Joe Fagnano - Team: UConn Huskies.  YDS: 2,529.  Fagnano has shouldered a heavy offensive load, putting up strong yardage totals while still working to improve his decision-making and efficiency.) (11-3-25):  https://www.thebiglead.com/college-football-top-15-leading-passers-in-college-football-after-week-10/


Fagnano throws 4 touchdowns as UConn beats UAB 38-19 (Fagnano was 23 of 30 for 267 yards, going over 10,000 for his career: three seasons at UConn and four at Maine. He has 22 TD passes this season without an interception.) (11-1-25):  https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/sports/dog-house/fagnano-throws-4-touchdowns-as-uconn-beats-uab-38-19/3659232/

College Football QB Power Rankings: Pitt's Mason Heintschel skyrockets to No. 1 amid breakout freshman season (22. Joe Fagnano, UConn - Last week: 17) (10-29-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-mason-heintschel-pittsburgh-breakout-freshman-season/

UConn’s OT Curse Continues in Loss to Rice (Fagnano finished the game with 32 completions of 48 passes for 348 yards and three TDs.) (10-25-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-overtime-curse-continues-loss-rice


College Football QB Power Rankings: Georgia's Gunner Stockton surpasses Miami's Carson Beck entering Week 9 (17. Joe Fagnano, UConn:  Fagnano has thrown for 717 yards and eight touchdowns over UConn's last two games. The latest triumph was a 38-23 win at Boston College in which he totaled five scores (four as a passer and one as a runner). The Huskies are 5-2 and humming offensively thanks to Fagnano, who has attempted 226 passes this season without an interception. Last week: unranked) (10-22-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-power-rankings-gunner-stockton-georgia-carson-beck-miami-week-9/

Fagnano Earns Manning Award Star of the Week for the Second Time (10-20-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/10/20/football-fagnano-earns-manning-award-star-of-the-week-for-the-second-time

QB Joe Fagnano Named New England Gold Helmet Award Winner (10-19-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/10/19/football-qb-joe-fagnano-named-new-england-gold-helmet-award-winner

UConn’s Joe Fagnano Puts On a Show vs. Boston College (10-18-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/football/uconn-huskies-joe-fagnano-puts-show-boston-college-2025



UConn QB Shines in Win Over FIU (The Huskies also got quite the game from their quarterback Joe Fagnano as Fagnano completed 22 of 28 passes for 355 yards and 4 touchdowns. The Huskies really did not have to keep passing the ball after halftime, but they did anyway and it really contributed to the win.) (10-5-25):  https://www.si.com/college/uconn/uconn-huskies-joe-fagnano-shines-win-fiu

Fagnano passes UConn into position for Freeman's field goal and 20-17 win over Buffalo (Joe Fagnano led UConn down the field on a last-minute drive, setting up Chris Freeman for a 44-yard field goal with 11 seconds remaining and the Huskies beat Buffalo 20-17 on Saturday. Gunnar Gray threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Al-Jay Henderson with just over a minute to go to tie the game for the Bulls (2-3). Fagnano then completed five passes and took the Huskies 49 yards on 10 plays in 53 seconds.Fagnano threw a 25-yard TD to Skyler Bell for the game's first points before Buffalo tied it on Lamar Sperling's 63-yard run.  Fagnano was 19-of-31 passing for 155 yards and he rushed for 64 more.) (9-28-25):  https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/sports/dog-house/fagnano-passes-uconn-into-position-for-freemans-field-goal-and-20-17-win-over-buffalo/3643943/

College Football QB Rankings Ahead of Week 5: USC’s Jayden Maiava, TCU’s Josh Hoover Crack Top 3 (57. Joe Fagnano, Connecticut Huskies: 78.9 (C+)) (9-25-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-qb-rankings-week-5-2025/

College Football QB Rankings Ahead of Week 4: Katin Houser and Taylen Green Stand Out (69. Joe Fagnano, Connecticut: 77.5 (C+)) (9-18-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-quarterback-rankings-week-3-grades/

UConn Falls In OT For Second-Straight Week (Joe Fagnano completed 28 of 38 passes for 346 yards, a career-high as a Husky, and added two touchdowns, bolstering the team's aerial attack.  QB Joe Fagnano threw for 3 TDs, his second time this season and fifth time as a Husky throwing for three or more scores in a game.) (9-13-25):  https://uconnhuskies.com/news/2025/9/13/football-uconn-falls-in-ot-for-second-straight-week

College Football QB Rankings: Beau Pribula and Sawyer Robertson Show Out in Week 2 (92. Joe Fagnano, Connecticut Huskies: 72.1 (C-)) (9-11-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-qb-rankings-week-2/

College Football QB Rankings: Anthony Colandrea and Rocco Becht Shine in Week 1 (21. Joe Fagnano, Connecticut - Week 1 PFSN College QBi Grade: 80.2 (B-).  In-state rivalries are always fun — unless you are Central Connecticut’s defense, that is. The Huskies, led by Joe Fagnano, set a new school record with 638 yards of offense, including 388 passing yards and four touchdowns. Fagnano tossed three of them to two different receivers and scampered four yards in for a score of his own. The graduate QB threw 25 passes with no miscues and only suffered one sack.) (9-3-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-qb-rankings-anthony-colandrea-rocco-becht-shine/

UConn falls to Syracuse 27-20 in overtime thriller (On a fourth down with 23 seconds remaining in the game, Skyler Bell hauled in a 27-yard bomb from quarterback Joe Fagnano. On the Orange’s 48-yard line, the duo reconnected for 16 yards, putting UConn on the 23-yard line. Chris Freeman exploited the field positioning, kicking a 41-yard field goal, tying the matchup 20-20 and forcing overtime for Connecticut. Offensively, neither team performed perfectly, as Fagnano completed 24 of 43 (55.8%) throws for 2 yards.) (9-8-25):  https://dailycampus.com/2025/09/08/uconn-falls-to-syracuse-27-20-in-overtime-thriller/

Bell, Fagnano lead UConn to 638 total yards, dominate Central Connecticut 59-13 (EAST HARTFORD, Conn. -- — Skyler Bell caught two touchdowns — including an 80-yarder — and Joe Fagnano accounted for four scores as UConn beat Central Connecticut 59-13 on Saturday afternoon in a season opener for both teams.  UConn moved to 5-0 all-time against Central Connecticut, and 22-2 against FCS opponents since moving to the FBS in 2002. Fagnano finished the afternoon 18 of 25 with 260 yards and four total touchdowns on a 72% completion percentage — leading UConn to 35 first-half points.) (8-30-25):  https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/401757167

College football 2025 quarterback tiers: Ranking the FBS’ projected starters from 1 to 136 (Tier 5 You’ve probably seen these QBs before. Many have played well in college but haven’t put it all together consistently yet and bring some “what-ifs” into 2025. There’s some lower-end Power 4 guys here, but if you’re a Group of 5 fan, there are some really good ones here. - 82.


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