The NFL Draft of 2021 is already infamous for producing five high-profile quarterbacks, none of whom have panned out as expected. Trevor Lawrence remains with the Jacksonville Jaguars, but his performance has not matched the generational talent hype. Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Justin Fields, and Mac Jones are all with different teams after struggling to establish themselves. The 2021 draft highlights the boom-or-bust nature of drafting quarterbacks, with many teams potentially regretting their choices as they could have selected other impactful players.

Among notable busts, Lance was regarded as a risky pick due to his limited experience and has since been traded to the Dallas Cowboys. Wilson, after dismal performances, is now with the Miami Dolphins. Fields, known for his dual-threat capabilities, faces similar struggles and has now joined the New York Jets amidst a chaotic quarterback landscape. Teams are now left to contemplate the repercussions of their decisions as they prepare for future drafts and seek to rectify past mistakes.