Spring Outlook: QB/WR Position in the New Region 6-6A

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have new Region alignments this Fall that us writers and fans will have to get accustomed to. The GHSA got rid of the largest classification, 7A, and consolidated all the bigger schools into 6A. One of the new Regions is Region 6-6A. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone looks at the returning QB situation in the Region heading into Spring. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>----Returning Starting QBs-------</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"ordered":true} --> <ol><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Alpharetta Raiders</strong> </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ol> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Easy #1 pick here as the Raiders return one of the Top overall QBs in the Class of 2026 in the State. Rising Junior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='908934' first='DJ' last='Bordeaux'] </strong>returns this Fall. He passed for over 2400 yards with 26 TDs last year. He had an outstanding overall QB rating, 128, after only throwing 5 ints in 215 attempts. Bordeaux already holds several D1 offers with more on the way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> He returns his 2nd favorite target from a year ago, UGA TE commit <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='338633' first='Ethan' last='Barbour']</strong>, who had 49 catches for 966 yards with 12 receiving TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. Lambert Longhorns</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The #2 spot was a toss-up, but I gave the edge to Longhorns and their returning dual QB system. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Longhorns return 6'3 195 rising Senior <strong>Marshall Coleman</strong> and rising Junior 6'2 180 <strong>Ethan</strong> <strong>Daughtery</strong>. The QB duo split time last year, leading Lambert to the 2nd Round of the playoffs. During the regular season, the pair combined for a little over 1900 yds passing with 18 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What stands out is the WR spot for Lambert in '24. They return about 95% of their production from 2023. Rising Seniors <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1007556' first='Christian' last='Smith']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='338715' first='Cameron' last='Bland'], </strong>and <strong>EJ Hartwell </strong>combined for 82 receptions for 1300 yards and 12 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bland is a 5'11 RB that led the team in rushing last season and is a weapon out of backfield good hands. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. West Forsyth Wolverines </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It was a tough decision between 2nd and 3rd. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Wolverines return the top dual threat QB in the Region in rising 6'5 190 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='422536' first='Max' last='Walraven']</strong>. He passed for over 1500 yards and added 387 yards rushing with 20 total TDs for the Wolverines last Fall. 1st Team All Region QB that has the arm and legs to be a standout at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Wolverines are also solid at the receiving core next season, returning nearly 75% of their production from last season. RB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1080840' first='Foster' last='Orris']</strong>, who rushed for over 1000 yards last season, is a target with good hands out of the backfield. Rising Seniors <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1566866' first='Topher' last='Delp']</strong> and 6'2 242 TE <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='514070' first='Hunter' last='Green']</strong> also had double digit catches last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. North Forsyth Raiders</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Raiders return 2025 6'1 180 dual threat QB <strong>Elijah Seaney</strong> in '24. He accounted for 1966 yards last season with 24 total TDs. Quick decision maker in the pocket who can pull it down and take off. Good speed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Raiders return about half of their receiving production from '23 on a squad that like to spread it around with 13 different guys catching balls last Fall. Senior <strong>Brady Holbrook</strong> returns who led the team in receptions and TDs in '23, athletic multisport guy that is a top level baseball recruit. Also returning is senior <strong>Nate Gravitt </strong>who had 28 catches with 4 TDs, a speedster that is a deep ball threat. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. North Atlanta Warriors</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Warriors were a surprise team in 2023. They went 9-1 during the regular season and gave powerhouse Houston Co a run for their money in the 1st Round of the playoffs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6'3 205 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='588469' first='Ian' last='Reynolds']</strong> returns for his Senior season in 24. Maybe the most underrated of the QBs in a strong Region for QB play. Was a 1st Team All Region selection last season and has won several QB awards this off season. Good arm with the mobility to escape the pass rush and make throws on the run. Wouldn't be surprised at all if he is awarded the QB of the year in this Region by seasons end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Warriors will have to replace about 50% of their production at the WR spot. They do return Seniors <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='339682' first='Grant' last='Thompson']</strong> (6'1 170) and <strong>Henry Debardeleben</strong> (5'10 170) who will be counted on more this Fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>6. Denmark Danes</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6'3 205 Dual threat QB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='207766' first='Matthew' last='Baer']</strong> returns for the Danes in 2024 for his junior season. Good arm, mobile, and is a threat to pull and run at any time. Has good poise in the pocket and is a quick decision maker. Has seen his stock rise this Spring and will be one to watch this Fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Danes return most of their receiving production from last year. Rising Junior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1558215' first='Noah' last='Laban']</strong> is a good option out of the backfield. Rising Senior <strong>Dylan Brozena</strong> is a solid target down field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>7. Forsyth Central Bulldogs</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bulldogs are the final school on the list that is scheduled to return their starter in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6'0 rising Senior Drew Reid will be back under center this Fall in Cummings. The multisport athlete is a true dual threat. Has good escape ability in the pocket and is a throwback old school football player that would rather run through you than around you. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>---New Starting QBs----</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>8. South Forsyth War Eagles</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The War Eagles will be looking to replace their QB1 this Fall with the graduation of Cade Aycock who passed for over 1500 yards in '23. Rising 6'2 180 junior <strong>Walker Clark</strong> got to see a little action last Fall passing for 57 yards and a TD vs Lanier. Multisport kid that should be in the competition this Summer for the QB1 spot. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>South Forsyth is not only rebuilding at the QB spot, but they also lose about 90% of their receiving production to graduation. Rising senior <strong>Harrison Spencer</strong> (6'2 180) appears to be the go to guy heading into the Summer. He had 16 receptions last year for 160 yards. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->