Week 7 had everything from upsets to heroics, and a few college football quarterbacks changing the narrative with every throw. From Indiana’s shocker over Oregon to Michigan’s unexpected stumble, the chaos kept us glued to the screen. Now that the dust has settled, it’s time to see which signal-callers rose to the moment and who slipped in this week’s college football QB rankings.
PFSN College’s QB Impact assigns letter grades by weighing passing, rushing, and clutch performance. It emphasizes stable factors like clean-pocket play and designed runs over less predictable ones like pressure performance and scrambling.
10. Bear Bachmeier, BYU
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 83.5 (B)
Here’s how Bear Bachmeier put on a show in Week 7 against Arizona: he went 12-of-29 passing for 172 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions, which isn’t going to wow the stat-sheet purists. But that doesn’t tell the whole story; on 22 carries, he scrambled and powered his way for 89 yards and two rushing touchdowns, including the gutsy 2-yard run with 19 seconds left to force overtime.
In double OT, Bachmeier punched in the game-winner from seven yards out, capping a night that leaned more on grit and improvisation than pure aerial dominance. For a freshman, that’s the game that shifts your trajectory. He might not ace every throw yet, but he knows how to show up in big moments. He plays with the confidence and fearlessness of a quarterback beyond his years.
9. Avery Johnson, Kansas State
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 83.8 (B)
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson kept showing us why his dual-threat rep is well-earned: He completed 16 of 26 passes for 198 yards and delivered three touchdown strikes, two of them to tight end Garrett Oakley in the Wildcats’ 41-28 win over TCU.
He also added some urgency on the ground, racking up 13 rushes for 29 yards to keep defenders honest. The performance came in a game where Kansas State’s defense stole the show with two non-offensive scores. Still, Johnson’s ability to hit big throws, navigate pressure, and connect in the red zone gave the Wildcats the kind of stability you want from your quarterback when the stakes are high.
8. Dexter Williams II, Kennessaw State
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 84.0 (B)
Dexter Williams went 27-of-36 passing for 290 yards and notched four touchdowns, all without an interception, steering the Owls to a dominant 35–7 win over Louisiana Tech. He hit scores in the second, third, and fourth quarters — connecting on plays like a six-yard strike to Clayton Coppock and a 29-yard thread to Jordan Jackson, among others, on his quest to give Kennesaw complete control, putting up 35 unanswered after falling behind early.
It wasn’t just the volume but also the efficiency and poise that made Williams’ performance impressive. It was the Owls’ fourth straight win, and for a program barely a year into its FBS life, that’s the kind of showing that demands attention and respect.
7. Taylen Green, Arkansas
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 84.1 (B)
Arkansas’ Taylen Green put up a solid effort in Week 7, throwing for 276 yards and two touchdowns in the Razorbacks’ narrow 34–31 loss to Tennessee. He helped engineer late-game scoring drives, including a touchdown pass that cut the deficit to a field goal with under three minutes left.
But Green suffered in protection, as he was sacked five times, losing roughly 35 yards, which disrupted Arkansas’ rhythm and amplified pressure in the red zone. His aggressiveness showed and sometimes backfired (a fumble in the third quarter didn’t help), but in a close SEC shootout, his arm and composure kept Arkansas within striking distance.
6. Byrum Brown, USF
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 84.6 (B)
USF’s Byrum Brown had a night to remember in Week 7, accounting for five total touchdowns, three passing and two rushing, in a dominant 63–36 road win over North Texas. He completed 22-of-28 passes for 245 yards and added 82 rushing yards on 21 carries.
Despite an early interception and a couple of fumbles under pressure, Brown recovered by engineering a clutch 2-yard touchdown throw as time expired before halftime to tie the game and then rallying USF into a blowout in the second half. His ability to extend plays, mix in quarterback runs, and bounce back from mistakes was central to USF’s explosive third quarter and eventual rout.
5. Cade Klubnik, Clemson
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 84.6 (B)
Clemson’s Cade Klubnik turned in a strong showing this week, completing 22-of-30 passes for 280 yards, with a touchdown and an interception, before leaving the game late with an ankle injury. He also broke free for a 6-yard rushing touchdown earlier in the game, underscoring his dual-threat profile. Klubnik helped Clemson build a commanding 34–10 lead by halftime.
Although his injury cut his night short, his composed passing, ability to pick up yardage with his legs, and controlled decision-making were key to maintaining offensive momentum and earning him a solid B grade.
4. Ty Simpson, Alabama
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 84.8 (B+)
Alabama’s Ty Simpson delivered a clutch, if far from flawless, showing in Week 7, going 23-of-31 for 200 yards and tossing three touchdowns, including a gutsy fourth-down strike to Daniel Hill that sealed the win over Missouri. He absorbed four sacks, a concern creeping into his tape as he occasionally holds the ball too long.
He also fumbled once in the second half, offering Missouri a brief momentum swing. Still, Simpson’s anticipation, timely decision-making, and accuracy in key moments ultimately helped Alabama escape with a 27–24 victory.
3. Demond Williams Jr., Washington
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 85.2 (B)
A familiar face on this list, Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. absolutely turned heads this week, going off for 402 passing yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing 136 yards and two more scores, powering a 38–19 win over Rutgers.
He completed 21-of-27 on throws and carried 13 times, cementing a school record 538 total yards. Despite the Huskies’ slow start, Williams managed to ignite the offense with a second-half surge, hitting big throws to Denzel Boston and busting out even bigger runs when Rutgers sold out on the run game. His dual-threat explosiveness, rare efficiency, and ability to take over a game earned him one of the highest QB grades this week.
2. Devon Dampier, Utah
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 87.3 (B+)
Another week, another dominant display was made by Utah quarterback Devon Dampier. The junior QB made a statement in the Utes’ 42–10 blowout of Arizona State, putting on an absolute rushing clinic. He went just 7-of-12 passing for 104 yards, but he more than made up for it on the ground with 10 carries for 120 yards and three rushing touchdowns.
He ran 12 and 24-yard scores in the first half and tacked on another in the third quarter, never letting ASU’s defense find its footing. In a game where Utah didn’t need to lean on the pass, Dampier’s explosiveness on the ground gave the Utes a clear edge and earned him top marks.
1. Brad Jackson, Texas State
Week 7 PFSN College QBi Grade: 98.6 (B+)
The top spot is occupied by a new name. Texas State’s Brad Jackson received the highest QB grade this week thanks to his efficient and explosive performance in the Bobcats’ narrow 48-41 loss to Troy. Jackson completed 19-of-22 passes for 248 yards and also ran for 77 yards on 18 carries with one rushing touchdown.
In the wild overtime loss to the Trojans, Jackson’s proficient arm kept the Bobcats in the mix early as Texas State built a sizable lead, but the defense folded, and Jackson was stuffed on a fourth-and-1 in OT, ending their chances.
He showed he can carry a lot of the offensive load, but when things broke down around him, there wasn’t enough margin for error. It was still very gutsy play for a freshman.
