4A Division 2’s Top Quarterbacks: Part I

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we're back looking at 4A Division Two and some of the top quarterbacks. These young men were standouts for their respective programs in 2023 and could be even better in the fall. Keep an eye on them as they will soon begin the hunt for a state championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always, If you have someone you think I need to see, please DM them to me on Twitter at @hsfbscout!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Cooper Schilling, 6' 170, Perryton, 2027</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cooper got the nod as Perryton's varsity quarterback as a freshman and man did he shine. He's got a big arm, quiet feet within the pocket, and can alter his arm slot for awkward window throws. He calmly climbs the pocket with rushers bearing down, he can expedite his release against the rush and is at ease throwing off a multitude of platforms. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Brody Woods, 6'2" 190, Brock, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brody put together some impressive numbers last fall accounting for 3,591 total yards and 47 total touchdowns. This is a dual-threat quarterback that looks to lay the wood when he takes off and runs. He throws off a solid base, can add zip for tight-window throws, and has the vision to spot ample cutback lanes. This young man is a gamer and has a never-say-die attitude on the field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1293390' first='Payton' last='Wallen'] 6'3" 215, Quinlan Ford, 2026</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A big strong prospect that can make some pretty ridiculous throws without setting his feet. He's tough in the pocket, is a gifted anticipatory thrower, and can place the football over second-level defenders. He can add muscle between the tackles as a runner as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Jett Fletcher, 6' 185, Wills Point, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A dynamic runner with great burst, speed, and balance. He can outrun angles, explode through arm tackle attempts, and will make you pay if you don't lock on during the scramble drill. He will enter the next level as an athlete.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Ty Taber, 6'3" 210, Krum, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ty stands tall in the pocket and can muster up some blistering level two throws. He can work past his first &amp; second read, he consistently places the football within the framework of his target's body and uses his eyes as a weapon to move high safeties.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Alfonso Gonzales, 6'2" 175, Caddo Mills, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another extremely productive quarterback that finished the season with 3,973 total yards and 44 total touchdowns. On tape, Gonzales can really scoot on designed quarterback runs. He does a good job squaring his shoulders when throwing on the run, he can quickly transition his lower half to his upper half to generate power and can take a little something off throws when the time calls for it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Ty Thompson, 6'3" 200, Graham, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ty can really uncork the long ball and has great touch on throws of twenty-five yards plus. He's an explosive runner on the ground with smooth change of direction and plenty of lower-body strength. Ty can fit the football through the holes in zone coverage and can identify &amp; make easy work of 1 on 1 man coverage.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1568511' first='Canyon' last='Evans'], 6'1" 190, Glen Rose, 2025</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Canyon glides up and around the pocket to buy himself time, he's consistently in sync with his targets and can extend with his legs when protection breaks down. He's not easily rattled, he's a teardrop thrower on level three shots and is patient allowing concepts to develop. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->