Trey Lance

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1. When was Trey Lance born?May 9, 2000
2. What is the college?North Dakota State University (NDSU)
3. What is the NFL career path?San Francisco 49ers (2021-2022), Dallas Cowboys (2023-2024), Los Angeles Chargers (2025-present)
4. Who is Trey Lance?Trey Lance is a talented football quarterback known for his strong arm and speed. He played college football for North Dakota State University and was drafted into the NFL.
5. Why was Trey Lance chosen third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft?Scouts saw him as a top‑tier talent who could transform a franchise, so the San Francisco 49ers selected him third overall.

FCS Football: Football Championship Subdivision, a division of NCAA college football with a different championship structure than FBS.
NFL Draft Capital: The value and perceived potential associated with a player's draft position.
Pocket Passer: A quarterback who primarily operates from within the offensive line's protection to throw passes.
Scramble: When a quarterback leaves the pocket to avoid pressure and create a new play.