Jalen Milroe Disappoints NFL Fans, Jaxson Dart Gets Mixed Reviews at 2025 Senior Bowl
February 1, 2025
The 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl was one of the last opportunities for NFL Draft prospects to make a case for NFL teams.
TCU wide receiver Jack Bech saw this opportunity and fully grasped it.
TCU Football @TCUFootball"JACK BECH, WHO GOES UP AND MAKES HIS SIGNATURE CONTESTED CATCH!"<br><br>📺 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SeniorBowl?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SeniorBowl</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/nflnetwork?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLNetwork</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoFrogs?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoFrogs</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BleedPurple?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BleedPurple</a> <a href="https://t.co/CTxuLqsaQS">pic.twitter.com/CTxuLqsaQS</a>
Bech scored the game-winning touchdown for the American squad in their 22-19 victory over National. He wore No. 7 in the game to honor his brother, Tiger, who passed away in a terror attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day. He finished with multiple touchdowns and was named the game's MVP.
Fans took to social media to praise Bech's performance and urged NFL teams to select him in April's Draft.
The day consisted of many players trying to show exactly what they are capable of at the next level, with several quarterbacks being among the most intriguing.
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe entered the game with an opportunity to show his natural talent and dual-threat ability. Unfortunately for Milroe, his output was not where he wanted it to be.
The 22-year-old went 1-of-3 for eight yards and also took multiple sacks on the day. Following the effort, fans took to social media to criticize the missed opportunity to impress on a big stage.
Another quarterback who could be intriguing for team's in April is Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart. He had a more impressive day than Milroe, with several strong throws and he also scored a rushing touchdown.
NFL+ @NFLPlusFLEA FLICKER 🚨 <br><br>Jaxson Dart 🎯 Jack Bech for 39 yards! <a href="https://twitter.com/OleMissFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OleMissFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TCUFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TCUFootball</a><br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/seniorbowl?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SeniorBowl</a> on NFL Network<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFLPlus?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/NTw4SVgDrI">pic.twitter.com/NTw4SVgDrI</a>
NFL Network @nflnetworkJaxson Dart takes it himself to get the American Team on the board! <a href="https://twitter.com/OleMissFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OleMissFB</a> <br><br>📺: <a href="https://twitter.com/seniorbowl?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SeniorBowl</a> on NFL Network<br>📱: Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/6Sbap61zGM">pic.twitter.com/6Sbap61zGM</a>
Despite the strong plays, Dart also had a few off target throws. Following the performance, fans took to social media to debate Dart's candidacy in the Draft.
Jordan Schultz @Schultz_ReportFew guys helped themselves in Mobile more than Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart, who not only may have elevated himself into a 1st-rounder, but potentially into the top 10. The three things I keep hearing teams complement him on:<br><br>- Easy deep ball<br>- Touch/layering<br>- Fluid movement… <a href="https://t.co/GELw8S3aKC">https://t.co/GELw8S3aKC</a> <a href="https://t.co/vaFQ2ZtSxf">pic.twitter.com/vaFQ2ZtSxf</a>
Clint Goss @NFLDraftDomeOle Miss QB Jaxson Dart looked better than Alabama QB Jalen Milroe this week at the Senior Bowl. That's not a hot take either.<br><br>Elite backup IMO. Only Dillon Gabriel & Tyler Shough could compete for prettiest ball with Dart. <a href="https://t.co/8NXQOpRGYJ">pic.twitter.com/8NXQOpRGYJ</a>
Uncle Phantom👻 @UncIePhantomJaxson Dart's senior bowl playing time was short but solid<br>-Didn't get to throw as much but threw a few good balls<br>-Can take off and run. He ran in a TD and threw a good pass for the 2 point<br>-His LT kept getting beat & gave him little time to throw & penalties killed momentum.
SCOUTD @scoutdnflJaxson Dart was my QB3 going into the Senior Bowl & still is<br><br>But it's shocking to see how people are talking about his performance. He did absolutely nothing to separate himself or boost his stock. He was okay. Some nice throws + some misses<br><br>People will do anything to boost QBs
Todd McShay @McShay13One nuance I've seen from Jaxson Dart on tape this yr (and here to Jack Bech) is recognition of defenders with their back turned to the ball (typically man cvg). He's become extremely comfortable placing throws like this, putting his target in great shape to make play on ball. <a href="https://t.co/8c2RpzejTI">pic.twitter.com/8c2RpzejTI</a>
There are still several opportunities for these prospective professionals to make their case, with pre-draft interviews, pro days and the 2025 NFL Combine all still yet to come.
However, Saturday's game was the last true game action these players were able to get with their college helmets on and they will now hope they switch those out for a new one next season.