Prep Redzone Rankings: 23′ QB Breakdown
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We’ve finished revamping the 23’ rankings totaling 183 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top Quarterbacks. Robert Jones Robert Jones 6'3" | 180 lbs | QB Oswego East | 2023 State IL Montini Catholic…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve finished revamping the 23’ rankings totaling 183 ranked players. With that being said, let’s take a look at the Top Quarterbacks.
Robert Jones Robert Jones 6'3" | 180 lbs | QB Oswego East | 2023 State IL Montini Catholic Twitter
Rank: 1
Mr. Jones comes into the ratings at the number1 spot, he split time on Varsity this past spring and has made his rounds during the summer spring circuit. He has a strong arm, can scramble showcasing his mobility, and gets the ball off under pressure. Mr. Jones stands at 6’3 180 and is a name to watch as he develops his skillset further.
Eli Meier Eli Meier 6'1" | 175 lbs | QB Sycamore | 2023 State IL Sycamore Twitter
Rank: 2
Mr. Meier comes into the rankings at the number 2 spot, he played this spring season on Varsity where he showcased what he can do. He puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, uses his pocket footwork to escape the pocket, and can throw on the run. Mr. Meier is a name to keep an eye on over the next two seasons as he develops further.
Ryan Dawson Ryan Dawson 6'4" | 210 lbs | QB Downers Grove South | 2023 State IL Downers Grove South Twitter
Rank: 3
Mr. Dawson comes into the rankings at the number 3 spot, he played this spring on Varsity where he didn’t disappoint. He has a touch on the deep ball putting it in the receiver’s basket, gets the ball off under pressure, and makes level 3 throws. Mr. Dawson has a good frame standing at 6’4 210 and has been involved in the summer camp circuit as well. He’s a name to keep an eye on this fall and I expect his college interest to pick up once the season is over.
Jake Stearney Jake Stearney 6'3" | 185 lbs | QB Loyola Academy | 2023 State IL Loyola Academy Twitter
Rank: 4
Mr. Stearney comes into the rankings at the number 4 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased his skillset. He makes level 3 throws, puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, and can put zip on the ball making the throws in tight windows. Mr. Stearney has a good frame standing at 6’3 185 and has been involved in the camp circuit as well. He’s a name to keep an eye on this fall and I expect his college interest to pick up once the fall season concludes.
Mark Mennecke Mark Mennecke 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Neuqua Valley | 2023 State IL Neuqua Valley Twitter
Rank: 5
Mr. Mennecke comes into the rankings at the number 5 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased what he can do. He puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, can get the ball out quickly (RPOs), and has a touch on the deep ball. Mr. Mennecke stands at 6’1 175 and is a three-spot athlete where he also plays basketball as well as baseball. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he develops further over the next two seasons.
Tyler Fikis Tyler Fikis 6'0" | 175 lbs | QB Hampshire | 2023 State IL Hampshire Twitter
Rank: 6
Mr. Fikis comes into the rankings at the number 6 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased what he can do. He can scramble showcasing his mobility, can get the ball off under pressure, and puts the ball in the receiver’s basket. Mr. Fikis stands at 6’0 171 and at our Prep Redzone Showcase he ran a 4.56 40-yard dash further showcasing his speed. He’s a name to keep an eye on these next two seasons to see how he develops.
Elijah Owens Elijah Owens 6'2" | 200 lbs | QB Jacksonville | 2023 State IL Jacksonville Twitter
Rank: 7
Mr. Owens comes into the rankings at the number 7 spot, he got his reps this spring on Varsity where he showcased what he can do. He puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, makes level 3 throws, and gets the ball off under pressure. Mr. Owens has a good frame standing at 6’2 200 and has made his rounds during the summer camp circuit as well. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he still has untapped potential and I look forward to seeing how he develops.
Sam Deligio Sam Deligio 5'10" | 170 lbs | QB Huntley | 2023 State IL Huntley Twitter
Rank: 8
Mr. Deligio comes into the rankings at the number 8 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he didn’t disappoint. He extends plays with his pocket footwork finding his man downfield, puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, and can scramble showcasing his mobility. Mr. Deligio recently transferred from Jacobs to Huntley where he’s going to play this fall and he’s a name to keep an eye on moving forward.
Anthony Picciolini Anthony Picciolini 6'3" | 220 lbs | QB Benet | 2023 State IL Benet Academy Twitter
Rank: 9
Mr. Picciolini comes into the rankings at the number 9 spot, he played the spring season on JV where he balled out. He can make level 3 throws, gets the ball off under pressure, and puts the ball in the receiver’s basket. Mr. Picciolini has a good frame standing at 6’3 220 and has made his rounds during the summer camp circuit. He’s a name to keep an eye on as he develops further and I look forward to seeing how he produces this fall.
Evan Grazzini Evan Grazzini 6'0" | 190 lbs | LB York | 2023 State IL York Twitter
Rank: 10
Mr. Grazzini comes into the rankings at the number 10 spot, he played his spring season on JV where he showcased what he can do. He puts the ball in the receiver’s basket, has a touch on the deep ball, and can put zip on the ball. Mr. Grazzini has a frame of 6’0 190 and is a three-sport athlete participating in wrestling as well as baseball. He has untapped potential and he’s a name to watch as he develops further.
Josh Holst Josh Holst 6'4" | 180 lbs | QB Marengo | 2023 State IL Marengo Twitter
Rank: 11
Mr. Holst comes into the rankings at the number 11 spot, he played on Varsity this spring where he showcased what he can do. He can scramble showcasing his mobility, gets the ball off under pressure, and puts the ball in the receiver’s basket. Mr. Holst has a good frame standing at 6’3 170, runs a 4.57 40-yard dash, and has made his rounds during the camp circuit. He has untapped potential and is a name to keep an eye on as he develops further.
TJ Schlageter TJ Schlageter 6'2" | 195 lbs | QB Joliet Catholic | 2023 State IL Joliet Catholic Academy Twitter
Rank: 12
Mr. Schlageter comes into the rankings at the number 12 spot, he played on JV this spring where he showcased what he can do. He can put the ball in the receiver’s basket, has a touch on the deep ball, and can put zip on the ball. Mr. Schlageter has a good frame standing at 6’2 195 and plays baseball where he gets it done on the mound. Keep an eye on this young man as he develops further and hones his skillset.
Ryan Prell Ryan Prell 5'11" | 170 lbs | QB Marmion Academy | 2023 State IL Glenbard North Twitter
Rank: 13
Mr. Prell comes into the rankings at the number 13 spot, he played this spring season on JV where he showcased what he can do. He can put zip on the ball, gets the ball off under pressure, and puts the ball in the receiver’s basket. Mr. Prell stands at 5’10 160, has made showings during the summer camp circuit, and has untapped potential.
These are the young men that are the Top Quarterbacks in the rankings. They put in the hard work, developed their craft, and showcased what they can do during the spring season as well as at showcases/camps.
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