From now until the 2025 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top 10 picks, down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller.
#7 CAM MILLER/QB NORTH DAKOTA STATE – 5101, 195 pounds (Senior)
Measurements
Player Ht/Wt Hand Size Arm Length Wingspan
Cam Miller 5101/195 9 1/8 30 1/8 78 3/8
40-Yard Dash 10-Yard Dash Short Shuttle 3-Cone
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Broad Jump Vertical Bench Press
N/A N/A N/A
The Good
– Adds a dynamic rushing ability to an offense where he had 2,277 rushing yards and 48 rushing touchdowns in college
– Smart player who knows when to tuck the ball and take it himself if nothing is there
– Handles pressure like a professional by being able to keep his eyes downfield while stepping up in the pocket and can also roll out with his legs
– Shows flashes of being able to go through progressions
– Strings together long drives with shorter safe passes
– Hardly throws turnover-worthy passes, which can be seen by him only averaging four interceptions per season over the past four years
– Has impressive success aside from football that help him which includes academics and being a talented baseball player
– Understands coverages and situational football that allows him to always find the first down marker
– Proven winner, going 32-3 as a high school starter and 45-11 in college
– Quick release that meshes well with the short passing game
The Bad
– Very below average frame with height falling in the 20th percentile and weight falling in the 32nd percentile
– Ball placement is often behind the intended receiver or low toward the ground, forcing them to make tougher catches
– Often will get away from proper mechanics and make throws off his back foot or a bad platform that causes inaccuracies
– His turnovers come from forcing passes into small windows with minimal chance for a completion
– Lack confidence in his ability to throw the deep ball consistently
– Despite overall lackluster quarterback play at the Shrine Bowl, did not stand out enough from the pack
– Lower ceiling due to below-average frame, age, and pro-readiness
Bio
– 23 years old (October 26th, 2001)
– 67 games played and 56 starts for North Dakota State from 2020 to 2024
– 11,997 total offensive yards, 129 total touchdowns, 19 interceptions, and a 164.7 passer rating in his college career
– 3,882 total offensive yards, 45 total touchdowns, 4 interceptions, and a 180.1 passer rating in 2024
– 2024 ankle injury vs North Dakota
– Three-star QB in his 2020 high school class from Solon, IA
– His father, Kevin, played basketball at Loras College
– Played quarterback and strong safety in high school, along with being a two-time all-state selection in baseball
– Member of the National Honor Society in high school and in college was a recurring MVFC Honor Roll student who was awarded the Commissioner’s Academic Excellence Award
– Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf shared a story that Miller said he used to be motivated by the chip on his shoulder that nobody believed in hi,m but that got to a point where it had to change because it is about the team, not just himself
– Set the North Dakota State record for most completions (258) and passing yards (3,251) in a single season, passing Carson Wentz’s record set in 2014
– 2x FCS National Champion (2021, 2024), 2024 NCAA Division I Football Championship MVP, 2024 First-team FCS All-American, 2024 MVFC Offensive Player of the Year, 2024 First-team All-MVFC, 2023 Second-team All-MVFC
Tape Breakdown
The main draw to Cam Miller as a player is his rushing ability, which allowed him to add 2,277 yards and 48 touchdowns on the ground. North Dakota State (NDSU) centered the majority of their offense on quarterback runs because of this, and it proved to be very effective, allowing them to bring home two FCS Championships with Miller.
The first clip is early in the 2024 FCS Championship against the undefeated Montana State. Miller can run the quarterback draw straight up the middle, where there are no defenders, for a 64-yard score to put his team up two possessions. The second clip shows Miller running the quarterback power to perfection and following his blocks all the way to the endzone against Mercer.
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— Steven (@Elspedd) March 20, 2025
Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf shared a story about how Miller shifted his mindset from trying to prove his doubters wrong to making his team the top priority. That is shown in his play. Miller has repeatedly shown that he will put his body on the line if it means a score for his team. Here against Montana State, it is a quarterback power to the left, and Miller goes airborne for the score. The hit knocks Miller’s helmet off, but he looks unfazed and pops right back up afterward.
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— Steven (@Elspedd) March 19, 2025
Miller’s legs also play into his prowess as a passer. As seen here against Colorado, he does not like what he sees downfield and feels the pass rush closing in. Miller spins out of the pocket and rolls out to the right, where he makes an impressive throw on the run for a first down. This play occurred as NDSU faced a third and long, which showed Miller’s ability to come up on a big down.
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— Steven (@Elspedd) March 18, 2025
As a true pocket passer, Miller proves to be serviceable but nothing extraordinary. He can fit the ball into some impressive windows, but not consistently enough to be a reliable pocket passer. He struggles with consistent ball placement by often throwing behind the receiver or placing the ball too low and forcing them to make hard grabs. I personally like this pass, considering three Colorado defenders are in the area, and it is placed slightly behind his receiver but does not put the receiver in a difficult situation to make the grab.
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— Steven (@Elspedd) March 18, 2025
Miller is very good at taking care of the football. He has averaged only four interceptions per year over the past four seasons. That said, he has about one game per year in which he throws multiple interceptions. In 2024, his multiple interception game came against Mercer in the playoffs. These two plays show Miller trying to force the ball down the field when the risk is much higher than the reward. As these two plays show, this hero ball mentality tends to occur on third down, which can be costly for his team.
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— Steven (@Elspedd) March 20, 2025
Conclusion
Cam Miller has a very stacked FCS resume that includes team success and personal accolades. Along with his success on the football field, he has flourished in the classroom, a trait that teams value, especially in backup quarterbacks.
Miller’s best trait is his ability to make plays with his legs. NDSU was able to center its offense around that, and it brought the team two championships. He is a developing passer who struggles to be consistent in that facet. Despite these inconsistencies, I liked his awareness in the pocket and his ability to handle pressure. He steps up easily and confidently while keeping his eyes downfield to make simple throws that keep the drive alive.
My pro comparison for Miller is Taylor Heinicke. They are two players who measure around the same and have similar playstyles. I think Miller can follow Heinicke’s career path as a long-time backup who may see some time as a starter if injuries occur.
Projection: Late Day 3 – Undrafted Free Agent
Depot Draft Grade: 6.2 – 6th-7th Round (End of Roster/Practice Squad)
Games Watched: Shrine Bowl (2025), Colorado (2024), Montana State (2024), Mercer (2024)
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