2022 Unquestionable Quarterbacks: Part 1
High school football training camps are approaching quickly. With that being the case, we need to take a look at the players who are ready to shine this upcoming season in the Hoosier state. Over the next few weeks, we…
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Continue ReadingHigh school football training camps are approaching quickly. With that being the case, we need to take a look at the players who are ready to shine this upcoming season in the Hoosier state. Over the next few weeks, we will be taking a look at all of the ranked players in the Classes of 2022, 2023 and 2024. We begin the rundown with players who will be seniors in the fall. Today, and over the next few days, the quarterbacks will take center stage. There are so many elite playmakers at this position that are already attracting high-major college interest.
Tayven Jackson Tayven Jackson 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Center Grove | 2022 State IN , 6’4, 185 pounds, Center Grove
Tayven Jackson Tayven Jackson 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Center Grove | 2022 State IN has remarkable athletic ability and he is very composed as a passer. The Tennessee commit moves around extremely well and he can make great throws both from the pocket and while on the move. Jackson throws a very good ball. He sets his feet properly and drives the throw right on target. Jackson is such a good decision maker. He does not get careless with the football, so, while he can produce big plays at any moment, Tayven Jackson Tayven Jackson 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Center Grove | 2022 State IN does not throw costly interceptions. Jackson’s mobility will also put a lot of pressure on the defense. Tayven Jackson Tayven Jackson 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Center Grove | 2022 State IN can be a cornerstone for the Volunteers and he can make an impact right away in Knoxville.
Brady Allen Brady Allen 6'5" | 200 lbs | QB Gibson Southern | 2022 State IN , 6’5, 200 pounds, Gibson Southern
Brady Allen Brady Allen 6'5" | 200 lbs | QB Gibson Southern | 2022 State IN is an outstanding pocket-passer quarterback. Allen, who is committed to Purdue, has great composure inside the pocket. He goes through his reads and finds the open receiver. Allen has tremendous arm talent. He can drive the football to any spot on the field. His throwing mechanics are very good. Brady Allen Brady Allen 6'5" | 200 lbs | QB Gibson Southern | 2022 State IN is very purposeful when running the offense. He knows where the ball needs to go, but he does not force things. Allen keeps the offense moving and he finds ways to put points up on the board.
Clark Barrett Clark Barrett 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB Central Catholic | 2022 State IN , 6’5, 215 pounds, Central Catholic
Clark Barrett Clark Barrett 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB Central Catholic | 2022 State IN is an elite pocket-passer. Barrett throws a great deep ball. His arm strength can test any defensive backfield at any time. I really like how relaxed he looks in the pocket. Barrett takes his time, goes through his reads and he does not get put off by the pass rush. Clark Barrett Clark Barrett 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB Central Catholic | 2022 State IN shows a very high football IQ. Barrett’s tape also shows that he is a quarterback that is in constant command of the offense.
Chris Mullen Chris Mullen 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB Chesterton | 2022 State IN , 6’4 185 pounds, Chesterton
Chris Mullen Chris Mullen 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB Chesterton | 2022 State IN is a physically-imposing dual-threat quarterback. Mullen has good arm strength and he is a very accurate passer. He can also hurt defenses with his legs. Chris Mullen Chris Mullen 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB Chesterton | 2022 State IN does a great job running the read-option as well as designed quarterback runs. However, he uses speed effectively when trying to extend the play. His improvisation skills are incredible. Mullen does a good job getting outside of the pocket. While doing so, Mullen keeps his eyes down field and can make the right throw or he can take off and run for a good pick up. Chris Mullen Chris Mullen 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB Chesterton | 2022 State IN is an exciting player, who can give energy to the entire team.
These four players have what it takes to be stars at the college level. I believe that each of these student-athletes has the potential to make an impact as soon as they step on campus. All four have shown that they can lead an offense incredibly well. The prospects on this list today possess the physical characteristics, but more importantly for quarterbacks, they also have the mental and intellectual skills necessary to play the most important position in all of sports. These four outstanding Hoosier signal-callers are elite playmakers who are ready to steal the show at the next level.