Class of 2026 Rankings Update Evaluations: Part 1
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Austin Buescher OH #46 QB #5 HEIGHT 6'4" WEIGHT 165 POS QB CLASS 2026 View Player Boost Profile Download Image Austin Buescher Class 2026 Position QB Height 6'4" HS West Jefferson | OH Class of 2026 Rankings Update Evaluations:…
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Continue ReadingAt 6’4 Austin already stands at the ideal height of a quarterback at the next level with still a lot of room for him to fill into his frame while he is still in high school. He looks comfortable in the pocket with good awareness and shows the ability to escape and extend plays. He shows good accuracy and touch on deep passes with enough arm strength to place balls in tight windows. He is currently without any offers, but I expect his interest to continue to grow throughout the summer.
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Joseph is a long outside corner for Thomas Worthington. He shows good awareness and eye discipline in zone coverage. He has a smooth transition from his back pedal to his break to turn and run which aids in his ability to effectively close off space between receivers and the sideline. He also shows he is able to get off blocks and make tackles on the perimeter. He seems to be getting some G5 MAC interest currently and could see his stock continue to rise as he further develops in his next 2 seasons.
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Donovan is another larger frame quarterback in this class at 6’4 215 with most of it already filled out. He’s a pro-style with most of his success being from inside the pocket. He shows good timing and anticipation on short and intermediate routes and has the touch and arm strength to throw a good deep ball. He also shows he can navigate around defenders while inside the pocket and step up to make throws downfield. Donovan currently holds 4 D1 offers and has been generating a lot of early interest as a sophomore. I expect this trend to continue and will not be surprised to see him get some P4 offers soon.
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Daniel is an explosive dual-threat quarterback for St. Xavier. Second in line to junior Herbstreit, he finds ways to get on the field and make explosive plays for his team as a nice change of pace making plays with his legs. His strength and vision as a quarterback on designed run plays stands out against some of the best competition in the state. It is safe to say the quarterback position at the Cincinnati powerhouse is in good hands for seasons to come. Daniel already hold 7 offers with multiple P4 schools and I expect the number to continue to increase as he gains more experience and film of him as a passer.
Matt is a two sport athlete for Moeller where he is one of the state’s top baseball prospects. As a quarterback, he shows great mobility and awareness navigating in and outside the pocket, making off-balance throws on the run. The top shortstop/pitcher’s arm strength shows on the football field, zipping balls into tight windows and putting touch and deep passes down the field. He has a very fluid and quick release that helps him get the ball off fast to avoid pressure. With him already being on high schools radars for baseball, I also expect more schools to gain interest in him as a football player after reopening his recruitment.