College Football: Most underrated QB from each Power Five conference

Pac-12: Steven Montez, Colorado

In 2016, Steven Montez got his first action as a starter when current starter at the time, Sefo Liufau, got injured. He started several games that year before becoming the established starter in 2017, which led to him starting in 2018 as well. Montez will be heading into his senior season with the Buffs and has plenty of experience under his belt.

While Colorado has gone 5-7 the past two seasons, Montez will be looking to have his best season of his career in 2019 while leading Colorado back to a bowl game.

Montez has produced solid numbers over the past few seasons, but with the Pac-12 having good quarterback play on winning teams, he tends to get overlooked. In his two seasons, and change, change as a starter he has thrown for just over 6,900 yards, 46 touchdowns and 23 interceptions. He also has an overall completion percentage of 62 percent, which has improved each year.

The Buffs’ quarterback has also tacked on eight touchdowns on the ground and over 800 yards rushing, showing his ability to use his legs when needed. He is a big quarterback, standing 6-foot-5 and weighing around 230 pounds. He has a big time arm and can make any throw on the field.

When Colorado’s offense is clicking, it is largely due to his ability to spread the field, which helps open up the offense. I expect Montez to have a big senior year and help Colorado make a run at a bowl appearance, surprising some teams along the way.