2025s Making a Name For Themselves: Part 3 – Under the Radar QBs

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we venture into the last chapter of this journey through the class of 2025, our attention shifts to the unsung heroes orchestrating the offense - the quarterbacks. This year, the class of 2025 has a deep slate of QBs who, despite flying under the radar, are showcasing a caliber of play that's hard to ignore. They're not just flinging the pigskin; they're leading their team, reading defenses, and delivering strikes with a mix of poise and precision. The spotlight may naturally gravitate towards the more heralded names, but these young gunners are showing why they deserve more recognition with each game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["369013"],"_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":"[player_tooltip player_id='369013' first='Jaxon' last='Knutson'] from McClintock is a dynamic quarterback that's truly eye-catching. His agility is one of his standout features, with remarkable quickness and top-end speed that serve him well both in and out of the pocket. When the play breaks down, Knutson has a knack for keeping things alive, exhibiting a fluidity that makes him so hard to bring down. His ability to dart away from an oncoming rush, find space, and then make a play is a sight to behold. He has really good arm strength, delivering throws with a zip that's necessary to fit the ball into tight windows. His prowess doesn't end there; Knutson's capability to throw off balance and from various arm angles showcases a level of quarterbacking finesse beyond his years. Whether it's a designed run or an impromptu scramble, his knack for making something happen when it matters is impressive. His performances have a blend of natural athleticism and cultivated skill, making him a quarterback who can not only get the job done, but often in a manner that leaves spectators in awe.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["369010"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='369010' first='Jaxon' last='Castro'] of Arizona College Prep is a QB who moves to the beat of his own drum in the pocket. His footwork is poetry in motion, effortlessly dancing around defenders while keeping his sights set downfield. There's a mature rhythm to his game that's hard to miss. Though his throwing style isn't textbook, the ball comes out clean with a nice zip. Showing us that the end result is what matters most. His arm strength is solid, sending the ball flying across the field to hit his targets with ease. Castro has a way of making the difficult look effortless, and his knack for delivering throws that hit the mark even under duress is impressive. 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Rooney has a knack for keeping his eyes downfield even when the pocket collapses, scrambling not in panic, but with a deliberate intent. His awareness on the field is exceptional; he seems to have an innate sense of where his receivers are even in the midst of chaos. There's a few times watching his film where where I thought he'd lost sight of an open man, only for him to reset his feet and deliver a throw to that very receiver. Showcasing field vision that's simply impressive. On the run, his form is textbook, managing to harness full body power behind his throws without compromising on arm speed or mechanics. Rooney's throws carry a nice touch, yet when the situation calls for it, he can sling it with a zip that cuts through tight windows. 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The form on his throws is textbook, but it's his toughness that sets him apart. He bounces back from hard hits with a resilience that's inspiring, always ready to get back into the fray and deliver a clean throw. His tape is a testament to his arm strength, where each throw, powered by a full-body effort, rockets down the field with commanding velocity. But there's more to Ashley's game than just a strong arm; his proficiency with progressions displays a quarterback with a mature understanding of the game. 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He's got a knack for using his eyes to mislead defenders, although sometimes he might linger a bit too long on a look-off, which could be a hiccup against elite defenses. Yet, Buckingham has the accuracy to counterbalance this, often finding a way to deliver a strike even when the window is closing fast. His game is a blend of mental sharpness and execution, displaying a quarterback who's not only mastered the basics but is developing a deeper understanding of the position. 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