Positional Breakdown: Dual-Threat Quarterbacks

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Paul Gregorian January 19, 2023 @ 08:15 PM

Heading into the 2023 off-season, who are some of the top dual-threat signal callers from around the region? Below we will dive into some of the top options in the 2024 and 2025 class and give a in-depth film breakdown.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide" />     [player_tooltip player_id='115515' first='Brady' last='McDonough'], Desert Mountain HS   The 2024 prospect and three star recruit is a well built kid with a strong lower body and a true dual-threat from outside the pocket. Delivering the ball downfield with good zip and accuracy in tight windows, he can throw on the run, feels pressure quickly and stands tall in the pocket while not afraid to take a hit. In the run game, he has an elite burst through the first level and a natural forward lean and runs behind his pads. Showing an open field third level burst as well, he is tough to bring down and runs physical in the box while reading blocks well and not afraid to stick his head down to gain extra yards. Overall, a very tough kid that runs hard and excels at passing at all three levels, he is a no brainer FBS talent. He currently has one offer from Arizona and is a very high academic kid that should draw Ivy League interest as well.   [player_tooltip player_id='368922' first='Hezekiah' last='Millender'] Desert Edge HS   The 2025 prospect has tons of raw talent and will only continue to develop as a passer over the next two seasons of his prep career. He shows elite escapability in the pocket, feeling pressure and knowing when to step up or roll out. He does not loose arm strength while on the run and can square his shoulders and rip it into tight windows across his body. While scrambling he can maneuver around with quick feet, solid body control and keeps his eyes downfield, while athletic enough to burst into the open field and make defenders miss in space. Currently, he does not hold any offers but he should be closing in on his first FCS+ offer sooner rather than later.   [player_tooltip player_id='169416' first='Blake' last='Heffron'], Chandler HS   Heffron will most likely find his home at running back or in the slot at the next level, but is a elite player that can also return punts and kicks. With the ball in his hands, he shows good burst through the first level, foot speed and open field third level speed as well. Patiently waiting for his blocks, he shows vision in tight windows, natural forward lean and can run through ankle and arm tackles while making defenders miss with short area twitch and quickness/body control. Also a natural pass catcher and can make difficult throws look easy from outside the pocket, he is a true gadget player that will instantly make a college roster better.   [player_tooltip player_id='217604' first='Braxton' last='Thomas'], Desert Vista HS   Thomas is a very well put together kid with solid movement abilities in the pocket and is able to throw on the run. Downfield, he puts good touch on the ball to get over the top of defenders and throws his receivers open in tight windows while able to scan the entire field and work through his progressions. Showing a high football IQ and pocket awareness, he escapes pressure well while not afraid to stand tall and deliver downfield while taking a shot. When he tucks and runs it, he can gain the outside, force defenders to take bad angles and is not afraid to gain the tough yards outside the box. At 6'3 205, he will only continue to grow and develop into a college caliber kid.

Heading into the 2023 off-season, who are some of the top dual-threat signal callers from around the region? Below we will dive into some of the top options in the 2024 and 2025 class and give a in-depth film breakdown.