cam ward

Full Name: Cameron Anthony Ward

Date of Birth: May 25, 2002

Age: 22 (as of May 2025)

Hometown: West Columbia, Texas

High School: Columbia High School (West Columbia, TX)

Colleges Attended:

  • Incarnate Word (2020–2021)

  • Washington State University (2022–2023)

  • University of Miami (2024)

Conference: Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC)

Years at School: 2020–2024

Redshirt Status: Did not redshirt

Transfer History:

  • Transferred from Incarnate Word to Washington State in 2022

  • Transferred from Washington State to Miami in 2024

Eligibility Remaining: Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft

FootBall Information

Position(s) Played: Quarterback

Pro Position Projection: Quarterback

Jersey Number: #1

Starter or Backup: Starter

Team Captain: Not publicly disclosed

Games Played / Started:

  • 2020 (Incarnate Word): 6 games played

  • 2021 (Incarnate Word): 13 games played

  • 2022 (Washington State): 13 games played

  • 2023 (Washington State): 12 games played

  • 2024 (Miami): 13 games played

Injury History: No significant injuries reported

Coach History:

  • Incarnate Word Head Coach: Eric Morris

  • Washington State Head Coach: Jake Dickert

  • Miami Head Coach: Mario Cristobal

Physical

Measurements

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 223 lbs

Arm Length: pending combine

Hand Size: 9”

Wingspan: pending combine

summary

summary

Cam Ward's journey from a zero-star recruit to the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft is a testament to his resilience and talent. Beginning his collegiate career at Incarnate Word, he quickly made a name for himself by winning the Jerry Rice Award as the most outstanding freshman in the FCS. His subsequent transfers to Washington State and then to Miami showcased his adaptability and growth as a quarterback

At Miami, Ward had a record-setting season in 2024, throwing for 4,313 yards and 39 touchdowns, both single-season records for the program. He completed 67.2% of his passes and added 204 rushing yards with four touchdowns on the ground. His performance earned him numerous accolades, including the Davey O'Brien Award, Manning Award, ACC Player of the Year, and a consensus All-American selection

Ward's strengths lie in his strong arm, quick release, and ability to make plays outside the pocket. He demonstrates excellent field vision and can extend plays with his mobility. However, scouts have noted areas for improvement, such as refining his footwork and decision-making under pressure

In the 2025 NFL Draft, Ward was selected first overall by the Tennessee Titans, becoming the first zero-star recruit in the 21st century to achieve this feat. His unique journey and impressive skill set make him a promising prospect for the NFL