Unpacking the Deepest QB Class in Recent PA History, #13-9

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c01a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1155802"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e6'2, 175u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e4.0 GPAu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ebasketball prospect (1/2 guard)u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernMan behind center of Central York offense that helped get program to eleven wins on the season. 13 scores to 2 interceptions. Boasts a four-minute tape fully encapsulating his talents as a passer. Early reps on tape show off Nace's phenomenal touch attacking vertical shots downfield. Calm in the pocket, doesn't overembellish his drop back, Nace catches the snap and locates his man downfield quickly. Works out of a ton of 10 personnel sets, a spread system that can only function if Nace is willing to stretch a defense vertically. He can do so as well as many in the state. Believed to be a first-time starter, his depth perception and ball placement downfield suggests he's been playing the position for a while, looks seasoned. Hitch after final step is prevalent but not dramatic. Great build, one that can move freely. Not a tough gritty runner, but certainly a kid who can be asked to both move the chains and work sprint-out sets. Ton of splash plays on tape, would love to see some more of the u0022easyu0022 throws on tape. Can get a better look at his release, timing, and decisiveness. Hoping he expands on an impressive debut season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c0ed"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Bnace8/status/1745860465211613653","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/Bnace8/status/1745860465211613653 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["388091"],"_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":"u003culu003ern tu003cliu003e4.000-4.300 GPAu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e6'3, 200u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e18 total TDs, 2,000+ total yards (17/3)u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernHas a six-minute tape on Hudl. Carries one of the better builds of any QB in his class, a compact, tight 200 pounds that can absorb swipes, low tackles, hits to the mouth. 6'3, can stand tall in the pocket and oversee/scan what's in front of him. Frist rep on tape has him ripping a 40-yard air-toss that hits his target in stride. Second rep is a beauty, one that leads me to believe he could play at the next level. Messina can feel the pressure while maintaining eyes downfield. He can sense pressure without immediately thinking he has to escape. Messina gets A-gap pressure, takes a shot to the mouth, yet delivers an anticiplatory ball to a breaking post for a big play downfield. This is next-level quarterbacking. Not an obvious threat with his legs but the kid can run like a LB. Can be tasked with running veer/mesh sets and you can see him occasionally pull the rock from his back for first downs. Emphasis on downfield accuracy. I'm not seeing all of his misses, but his hits are worth noting. Can drop balls into buckets 40+ yards out toward the back of endzones, towards the sideline where only his targets can make plays on balls. Looking back at his complete tape, the pre-throw mechs, the myriad of routes thrown, the size and production, I could easily move Messina inside the top eight at his position. One of my favorites.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c198"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RyanMessina20/status/1726599876308582515","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/RyanMessina20/status/1726599876308582515 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1077145"],"_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 up Sanders' tape earlier in the year, so I won't do so again. I will speak to his upside, ceiling and floor when compared to the rest of the classes QBs. You talk about Sanders' skill set as a legitimate two-way threat on offense. You talk about Sanders more than desirable build at the position, there's only so far Sanders can realistically drop on my scale. I'd go on to say Sanders is a lock for Top 20 positioning moving forward, unless more QBs explode onto the scene. How high can Sanders rise is a different question. Many QBs, names like McGlinchey, DiLucia, Beals, Sidwar, are all beginning to separate themselves via FBS offers. Sanders, if he wants to jump into the next tier of QBs, is going to have to match that recruiting level to some degree. He shouldn't be worried about this right now, but in terms of ranking, he's likely close to his ceiling right now. Here's what I had to say about his film a couple of months back.rnrnu003cblockquoteu003eu0026nbsp;rnu003culu003etrn tu003cliu003e6'3, 190u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e3.02 GPAu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernFirst rep on tape gives you the gist of the type of athlete you're dealing with. Duality in his game, first rep shows he's got numerous ways to escape would-be tacklers in his bag. Primarily working in a five-wide system, Sanders can work his half-field reads through the air, with tucking and running always being a second option. Front-sevens are usually bare, especially when attempting to cover 5W sets, so the middle of the field can be picked apart by this kid. You see flashes of confidence/anticipatory throws shown on tape. Like his base a lot, feet aren't happy, his lower body moves in unison with itself, he's free to throw early or deep into his drop back. Working deeper into his tape, I notice occasional reps under center, occasional reps working zone-reads as well as some play-action sets with two men in the backfield. Bensalem throws a ton at this kid, he's an underclassman who I assume is capable of handling several different sets. Love the reps where he gets the ball out quickly. This could be a special quarterback, one who could rank near some of the bigger names in the state.u003c/blockquoteu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c23a"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HSanders4_/status/1718806029885116536","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/HSanders4_/status/1718806029885116536 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402462"],"_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":"u003culu003etrn tu003cliu003e6'2, 190u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e6'6 wingspanu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003e3.8 GPAu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernAccumulated 1,600+ yards of offense (14,2). Operates out of a more traditional/heavy offense, an offense that values beef up front, an offense that utilizes play-action sets really well. Ton of 12 personnel witnessed on tape, [player_tooltip player_id='402462' first='Riley' last='Martinez'] proves he has the mental capacity to operate in this system. Some coaches argue it's tougher to operate in traditional sets, you're going to have to put emphasis on your footwork/dropback, emphasis on accuracy, you don't have my places to go with the football, 2, 3 options at best. Martinez works in an offense that values timing and decisiveness, said traits come up on tape. Clean and in-rhythm when asked to stay in the pocket and deliver strikes. Hits posts and corner routes with great anticipation when he has to stay in the pocket. Martinez works out of the pocket, whether in impromptu situations or purposely called sprint-outs equally as well as his in-pocket throws. Looks comfortable off-platform. Looks to have some baseball in him, he can deliver balls through different arm slots/angles. A ton of Martinez's tape shows off flare. I am a QB evaluator that puts more stock into the little things regarding the position. Some of his reps later in tape impress me as much as 45-yard heaves. The top ten QB prospect has reps showcasing his ability to work a drop back while working his PA mesh with his back, all the while reading his key flat defender and making the u0022easyu0022 throw. Reps like these show me he's a bit more than just glitz and glam. Expecting him to continue producing well moving forward.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c2dc"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/rileymartinez26/status/1722050960661295274","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/rileymartinez26/status/1722050960661295274 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647645"],"_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":"Short and sweet. Projection, projection, projection. I have coaches and trainers across the state that I trust who have told me things about this young man's abilities. Many are angry I ranked him inside the top ten, yet I'm in the know that P5 coaches are waiting to call their shot on all things Marques Council. We'll see if we hit or miss on this kid. He's going to have some weapons to play with, Aliquippa always seems to be stashing talent left and right.rnrnHere's what a PRZ scout recently wrote on Council Jr.rnrnu003cblockquoteu003eu003cemu003eNext up on this list, we have u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eMarques Council Jr.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e Council is a 6'3/170 2026 QB out of Aliquippa. This is the first true dual-threat Quarterback on this list. He is comfortable running the read option and can execute it extremely well. As a runner, Marques can make you miss with his great ability to read blockers, and his elusiveness in the open field. He puts a lot of zip on the ball. This helps him make tight throws in small windows. His timing is really good on his catch-and-rip concepts. Council was limited in reps with Goode being the starter at Aliquippa. With a full season of film under his belt next season, I think coaches will start to pick up on this kid. He will compete at any level and has the grades to go play in the IVYs. I'm excited to see how this prospect develops over the next couple of years. I think he could rise into at least the top 75 with a good season!u003c/emu003eu003c/blockquoteu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e816c07c382"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MJthebest1QB/status/1640514586813104129","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/MJthebest1QB/status/1640514586813104129 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->