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2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know

2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
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Corey Bailey
Corey Bailey July 23, 2024 @ 11:13 AM
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Brittin Poffenbarger
Brittin Poffenbarger 6'4" | 210 lbs | QB/ATH | 2026
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Eric Wedge
Eric Wedge 6'2" | 185 lbs | QB | 2026
MD
Jayden Wills
Jayden Wills 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB | 2026
MD
Micah Williams
Micah Williams 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB | 2026
MD
Evan Budinger
Evan Budinger 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB | 2026
MD
Lance Arnold
Lance Arnold 5'11" | 175 lbs | QB | 2026
MD
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are still taking a dive into the new 2026 class rankings. Today we will take a look at the public school QB's who made it into the rankings and even a new face that jumped into the ranks. First, we'll dissect the top in state public school QB's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1224794"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287fedccf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wedge is the top ranked public school QB, returning as a defending champ this season expect him to build on his 2023 stats and strong performance. He hoisted the State trophy with 930 passing yards 11 passing touchdowns and 0 interceptions. Now a varsity veteran with two of his top receivers returning in Nelson and Murphy, look for Wedge to reach over 1,000 yards this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/10flavas","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/10flavas </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1089265"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287fedd84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wills just made the transfer to St. Charles after recording a 1,038-yard season at La Plata. He has the ability to make accurate passes on the run and extend plays outside the pocket. Wills and explosive receiver Washington should make an immediate impact in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jaydenwills26","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/jaydenwills26 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1314850"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287feddcb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brittin has the ability to make game planning difficult for defenses this season, he poses multiple threats with the ball in his hands. On roll outs and scrambles he keeps his eyes down field and does a good job of finding his playmakers. Once he crosses the line of scrimmage he runs with purpose, picking up chunks of yards. Brittin has great size already at 6'4 210lbs, the athletic QB may be able to contribute at other positions at the next level if he chooses that route. Poffenbarger currently holds 1 offer from UNLV.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/brittpoffenbarg","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/brittpoffenbarg </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["377542"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287fede56"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arnold will be returning as a Varsity veteran who is on the more polished side of the talent in the class. Earlier this offseason he was named Top Performing QB at the All-State Preps Camp in PA. In 6 games Arnold recorded 800+ yards and 4 touchdowns. On the ground he had 12 carries, 85 yards and 2 touchdowns. Watch for Arnold to step back in for QA and solidify himself as a threat to the rest of the 3A/2A teams. His arm talent and athleticism will allow him to make plays outside the pocket and beyond the line of scrimmage. I'm excited to see Arnold on full display in the 2024 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/lance_arnold08","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/lance_arnold08 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1089264"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287fede10"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Williams accumulated 10 passing touchdowns, over 1,000 passing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns leading Dundalk to an 8-3 record and the second round of the playoffs. Williams is cool, calm and collected in the pocket, staying poised under pressure and delivering accurate passes at each level of the defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/WilliamsMicah_","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/WilliamsMicah_ </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401343"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6699287fedd39"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Here we have a new addition out of Delaware who put up some solid stats in 2023. He finished with just over a 50% completion percentage, passed for 1,831 yards and 16 touchdowns. He had over 100 yards passing in every game he played in. Budinger throws an impressive corner route and has an accurate deep ball. Red Lions top 3 receivers are all returning for 2024 and I don't expect Budinger to do any slowing down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/EvanBudinger","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/EvanBudinger </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->

We are still taking a dive into the new 2026 class rankings. Today we will take a look at the public school QB's who made it into the rankings and even a new face that jumped into the ranks. First, we'll dissect the top in state public school QB's.

Eric Wedge

Eric Wedge

MD
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 185
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Eric
Wedge QB
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
185
HS
Henry A. Wise
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MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
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Eric Wedge

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State: Maryland
School: Henry A. Wise
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Jayden Wills

Jayden Wills

MD
QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 205
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Jayden
Wills QB
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
205
HS
St. Charles
|
MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
Wills just made the transfer to St. Charles after recording a 1,038-yard season at La Plata. He has...
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Jayden Wills

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State: Maryland
School: St. Charles
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Brittin Poffenbarger

Brittin Poffenbarger

MD
QB/ATH
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 210
POS QB/ATH
CLASS 2026
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Brittin
Poffenbarger QB/ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
210
HS
Middletown
|
MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
Brittin has the ability to make game planning difficult for defenses this season, he poses multiple threats with...
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Brittin Poffenbarger

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State: Maryland
School: Middletown
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Lance Arnold

Lance Arnold

MD
QB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 175
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Lance
Arnold QB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
175
HS
Queen Anne's
|
MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
Arnold will be returning as a Varsity veteran who is on the more polished side of the talent...
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Lance Arnold

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School: Queen Anne's
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Micah Williams

Micah Williams

MD
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 190
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Micah
Williams QB
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
190
HS
Dundalk
|
MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
Williams accumulated 10 passing touchdowns, over 1,000 passing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns leading Dundalk to an 8-3...
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Micah Williams

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State: Maryland
School: Dundalk
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Evan Budinger

Evan Budinger

MD
QB
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 215
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Evan
Budinger QB
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
215
HS
Red Lion Christian Academy
|
MD
2026 Rankings – Top QB’s You Need to Know
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School: Red Lion Christian Academy
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