2026: Sharp Signal Callers
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These quarterbacks can make big throws and plays when their teams need them most. They may have only been freshmen in 2022, but that didn’t stop them from flashing signs of greatness. Kaneal Sweetwyne Kaneal Sweetwyne 6'4" | 200 lbs…
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Continue ReadingThese quarterbacks can make big throws and plays when their teams need them most. They may have only been freshmen in 2022, but that didn’t stop them from flashing signs of greatness.
Kaneal Sweetwyne Kaneal Sweetwyne 6'4" | 200 lbs | QB Skyridge | 2026 State UT || QB || 6’4 || 180 || Orem High School || 2026
Sweetwyne displays exceptional pose while under center. He can make tough throws with pressure in his face and does a good job getting out of the pocket to keep plays alive. Sweetwyne keeps his eyes downfield while escaping pressure and can deliver accurate balls on the move. He’s comfortable throwing on-target balls out of RPOs and out of the play-action game. In addition, Sweetwyne does a great job reading a defense and exploiting its weakness. He can also use his legs to move the chains and has impressive breakaway speed. Sweetwyne will thrive with the Tigers for years to come, with his dual-threat abilities making him difficult to stop for four quarters.
Manase Tuatagaloa Manase Tuatagaloa 6'1" | 215 lbs | QB Fremont | 2026 State UT || QB || 6’1 || 180 || Ben Lomond High School || 2026
Tuatagaloa has one of the classes of 2026’s strongest arm. He can deliver pinpoint throws over 30 yards and beyond. In addition, Tuatagaloa can make miraculous throws off platform throws. His jump passes are a thing of beauty, and he can keep plays alive for what seems like forever with his quick feet. Tuatagaloa isn’t afraid to step up in the pocket even if he knows he will get popped to make a play for his team. The freshman quarterback is an exceptional scramble, and if defenses fail to account for his legs, he can make them pay. He does a great job taking advantage of mismatches on the outside and impresses with accurate balls outside the numbers and on seam routes.
Dyson Richards Dyson Richards 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB American Fork | 2026 State UT || QB || 6’1 || 140 || American Fork High School || 2026
Richards looked sharp under center for American Fork. He has a quick release and knows his hot routes when blitzed. Richards is also gifted when it comes to finding his check downs. He doesn’t force passes that aren’t there and goes through his progressions at a good pace. Richards has a good release and does a good job stepping up in the pocket to make big throws. He throws a great ball and places it where only his playmakers have a chance to get it. Richards is a skilled runner who does a good job avoiding big hits but, when necessary, will sell out to move the chains. He can fit passes into tight windows and is comfortable making throws off platform.