Unsigned quarterbacks from Class of 2021 to watch

The season is delayed until the spring, but many of the top high school players in Colorado are still working hard to prepare for the unique season in 2021. For some of the seniors, it’s even more crucial for them as they still work to find a home to play at the next level. The top two quarterbacks in the state for the Class of 2021 are already committed to play at Kansas State ([player_tooltip player_id="22519" first="Jake" last="Rubley"]) and Colorado State ([player_tooltip player_id="22533" first="Luke" last="McAllister"]). There are still plenty of talented signal-callers still searching for a chance to play in college. Here is a look at some of the top quarterback prospects still unsigned for the Class of 2021. <span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22544" first="Chase" last="Silva"], 2021, 6’1, 185, Skyline</strong></span> A dual-threat quarterback who has seen plenty of success for the Skyline Falcons over the past two seasons, including leading the team to the Class 4A state championship game in 2018. Willing to stand in the pocket and deliver the throw when there is an opening, but can also tuck the ball and run when a lane opens. Has completed 63 percent of his passes in a spread offense for 5,112 yards, 61 touchdowns and 18 interceptions. Silva is a fiery competitor and strives to help his team win no matter what. So far, Silva has taken visits with schools from the FBS, FCS and Division II levels, and he has shared an offer he got from from Eastern Kentucky (FCS). <span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22561" first="Liam" last="O’Brien"], 2021, 6’0, 197, Fairview</strong></span> The next quarterback to lead the air-raid offense at Fairview. He was thrown into the starting position in the quarterfinal round of the Class 5A state playoffs and kept the Knights toe-to-toe with eventual state champion Cherry Creek. In his first varsity start – in the playoffs versus a state powerhouse – he completed 18 of 31 passes for 285 yards and 4 touchdowns. Got the ball out of his hands quickly and showed good touch with his passes. A leader already with the lacrosse team, his leadership skills will continue to shine on the gridiron this season. Look for Fairview to heavily lean on O’Brien to keep the passing tradition going, and a strong senior season could lead to some interest by select colleges. <span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22553" first="Leslie" last="Richardson III"], 2021, 6’3, 210, Smoky Hill</strong></span> We already mentioned Richardson III as one of the top returning quarterbacks in Class 5A in a previous story. Richardson III improved his accuracy last season, completing 65 percent of his pass attempts in 2019. He stands tall in the pocket and shows an ability to fit passes in tight windows. Good arm strength allows him to push the ball down the field and challenge defenders. He also has the athleticism to escape pressure in the pocket and deliver throws while moving. Some FCS schools have shown interest and offered him up to this point, and look for Richardson III to be one of the top quarterbacks in the state to watch if he stays this spring. <span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="22656" first="Jordan" last="Woolverton"], 2021, 6’2, 185, Durango</strong></span> Perhaps the next FBS quarterback recruit in the state? The University of Colorado has been reaching out to the senior from Durango and could be one of the schools to keep an eye on for Woolverton. Has completed 72 percent of his passes with a clean motion and can hit different types of passes, both short and long. His vision is a bright spot as he looks downfield while standing tall in the pocket or scrambling from pressure. Don’t forget the legs for Woolverton as he rushed for 1,005 yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground as well in 2019. <strong><span style="font-size: 18pt;">[player_tooltip player_id="22585" first="Nolan" last="Bynum"], 2021, 6’1, 190, Delta</span></strong> Bynam has shown steady improvement over the course of his high school career. As a junior in 2019, he completed 58 percent of his passes and threw for 2,556 yards and 34 touchdowns. He gets the ball out of his hand quickly and shows good timing to his receivers, throwing the ball when receivers head into their breaks on their routes. Bynum also looks comfortable throwing on the run and can move the pocket when need be. On the recruiting trail, he’s been recruited by some FCS and Division II schools up to this point. He is an intriguing prospect in Class 2A in the state.