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PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now

PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now
Jordan Amaskane
Jordan Amaskane
October 6, 2022 @ 12:00 PM
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Caden Casimino
Caden Casimino 5'11" | 185 lbs | QB | 2024
IL
Arthur Palicki
Arthur Palicki 6'4" | 215 lbs | QB | 2024
IL
Blainey Dowling
Blainey Dowling 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB | 2023
IL
Demir Ashiru
Demir Ashiru 6'2" | 175 lbs | QB | 2023
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're deep into the season now and have a good foundation of tape to look at for player evals. With that being said we're going to be highlighting as many positions as possible and as many young men as possible throughout these next few months. In this article, we're going to dive into 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now. Let's dive into it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>____________________</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><strong>Use Code JordanAmaskane30 for 30% OFF your subscription today!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size" id="block-c7d4c208-63fa-41a2-ad6e-abf1808f2822"><strong><em>Be sure to follow&nbsp;<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://twitter.com/PRZJordan" target="_blank">@PRZJordan</a>&nbsp; &amp;&nbsp;<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://twitter.com/prepredzoneIL" target="_blank">@PrepRedzoneIL</a>&nbsp;regarding news &amp; information for IHSA Football</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size" id="block-7a314ae9-8013-45e3-9115-31941adb5b6b"><strong><a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://prepredzone.com/illinois/rankings/2023-rankings/" target="_blank">Find our Latest Rankings Update HERE!</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>____________________</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_633e018f631fc","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["213819"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Gumino recently transferred from York to Hersey where he's been putting on a show. Yes, he's only a sophomore but he's been tearing it up showcasing his arm talent week in and week out. This is seen with being able to add a touch to all level throws (level 1, level 2, and level 3) and getting the ball out quickly at times. For the remainder of this fall season be sure to keep a close eye on how he performs as he still has untapped potential yet to come to the surface. All in all, this young man's football IQ is on full display in his highlights below and I'm interested to see how this fairs the rest of this fall season. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/cjguminoQBu0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1a1e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"id":"block_633e0a0763201","name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16131662/633db480ab922a0b985f8c00' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1a3f"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_633e01a5631fd","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["333919"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Casimino is a young man that I had on the watchlist heading into this fall season and one that has continued to produce each week. It seems as if he continues to get better as the weeks go by. He's 100% going to see a rise in his ranking once the season is concluded. The stats you see below are just an example of what this young man is able to do. His ability to work both in platform and on the move without missing a beat stresses the opposing defense. If you give him room to run he'll pull the ball down to scramble, if you come down to take away the threat his legs pose he'll find his man downfield to keep the chains moving. He's a shorter QB standing at 5'11 but don't let that shy you away from this young man. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/cadencasiminou0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1a71"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/cadencasimino/status/1576706593147604993?s=20u0026t=LM3UZ0GA5DC0r-KOP9Qhhg","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cadencasimino/status/1576706593147604993?s=20&amp;t=LM3UZ0GA5DC0r-KOP9Qhhg </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_633e01b3631fe","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["242330"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"I've written about Mr. Ashiru recently but his performance this fall season is the epitome of this article so not including him would be a disservice. Like I said previously, he's been a man on a mission showcasing why he should be in talks of being a top dual-threat QB in the state. The impact and dominance he's shown being at the helm of this offensive unit have been impressive. So much so that he's actually headed out to visit the University of Illinois on a Game Day Visit this upcoming weekend. You don't want to be late to the party with this young man as wherever he lands he's going to make an impact. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/AshiruDemiru0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1aa8"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"id":"block_633e0abc63202","name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/12944549/63269e20bed6640944b95e52' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1abe"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_633e01c5631ff","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["267196"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Mr. Dowling has an impressive quick release which might be one of the fastest ones I've seen in the state. His ability to get the ball out quickly puts opposing defenses in a bend as the 2nd level defenders have to bite down to respect the run on play-action shots. Once he sees those defenders biting down he lets it rip hitting his receivers in stride for either a big gain or for six. If his receivers are covered downfield and he sees an alley he has the foot quicks to pull the ball down to scramble to keep the chains moving. All in all, this is another standout QB that has done nothing but impress so far this season. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/BlaineyDowlingu0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1aea"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"id":"block_633e0b3263203","name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/13611312/633afd421763a20cc058cab4' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1afe"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_633e01e363200","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["271281"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"I got the chance to see Mr. Palicki LIVE in person last fall during his playoff matchup and he did nothing but impress. Fast forward to this season and he hasn't missed a step. This young man is one of the Top Pro-Style QBs in his class, just turn on his highlights below to see for yourself. His arm strength and arm talent are up there with the best QB Illinois has to offer to the next level. Need him to hit hole shots across the middle of the field? He can do that. Need him to add a touch on deep shots downfield? He can do that too. Need him to hit his receivers in stride? You got it, he can do that too. Don't sleep on this young man, he's as good as they come. u003cemu003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/PalickiArthuru0022u003eTwitteru003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/emu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1b2a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"id":"block_633e0b5e63204","name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/15018504/631ce26c0428e509f471018f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"align":"","mode":"preview","anchor":"acf-block-6499feaff1b3f"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>____________________</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Be sure to follow&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/PRZJordan">@PRZJordan</a>&nbsp;regarding news &amp; information for Illinois High School Football as well as&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/prepredzoneIL">@PrepRedzoneIL</a>.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Want to be ranked? Fill out our FREE <a href="https://prepredzone.com/prospect-index/">Prospect Player Index</a>, another tool to help you in your recruiting journey</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"><strong>Use Code JordanAmaskane30 for 30% OFF your subscription today!</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We're deep into the season now and have a good foundation of tape to look at for player evals. With that being said we're going to be highlighting as many positions as possible and as many young men as possible throughout these next few months. In this article, we're going to dive into 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now. Let's dive into it.

Caden Casimino

Caden Casimino

IL
QB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 185
POS QB
CLASS 2024
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Caden
Casimino QB
Class
2024
Height
5'11"
Weight
185
HS
Crystal Lake South
|
IL
PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now
Mr. Casimino is a young man that I had on the watchlist heading into this fall season and...
Written by Jordan Amaskane
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State: Illinois
School: Crystal Lake South
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Demir Ashiru

Demir Ashiru

IL
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 175
POS QB
CLASS 2023
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Demir
Ashiru QB
Class
2023
Height
6'2"
Weight
175
HS
Plainfield North
|
IL
PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now
I’ve written about Mr. Ashiru recently but his performance this fall season is the epitome of this article...
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Demir Ashiru

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State: Illinois
School: Plainfield North
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Blainey Dowling

Blainey Dowling

IL
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 190
POS QB
CLASS 2023
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Blainey
Dowling QB
Class
2023
Height
6'2"
Weight
190
HS
Mt. Carmel
|
IL
PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now
Mr. Dowling has an impressive quick release which might be one of the fastest ones I’ve seen in...
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Blainey Dowling

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State: Illinois
School: Mt. Carmel
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Arthur Palicki

Arthur Palicki

IL
QB
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 215
POS QB
CLASS 2024
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Arthur
Palicki QB
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
215
HS
Willowbrook
|
IL
PRZJordan’s 5 Must See QBs On The Rise Right Now
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School: Willowbrook
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