2024 Season Preview: Breakout Quarterbacks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2024 season in the Natural State is just weeks away, with Week Zero starting on August 25th. Prep Redzone conducts thorough research and evaluation to uncover under-the-radar athletes poised to make an impact in the upcoming season. That said, here are five quarterbacks that I expect to have a breakout season that catches the eye of college coaches and recruiters. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1354817"],"_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-66b61b3b82966"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1354817' first='Colt' last='Barrett'] is a Pro-Style, strong arm quarterback that puts solid velocity on the football. Barrett's velocity allows him to fit the ball into tight windows. He can anticipate windows with good ball placement at all levels of the field, leading his receivers over the top or on breaks. Good poise and awareness within the pocket while under pressure. He is someone to watch in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offer List: <em>Arkansas-Monticello, Hendrix &amp; Jacksonville Christian College</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Colt183018/status/1759772339791679534","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/Colt183018/status/1759772339791679534 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1353069"],"_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-66b61b3b829d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1353069' first='Juney' last='Atkins'] is a dual-threat quarterback with good arm strength and accuracy. Atkins displays solid footwork within the pocket and the ability to step up and out to evade pressure while keeping his eyes down the field, demonstrating his awareness and mobility. He can deliver on the run with solid touch and anticipation to place the ball accurately, putting his receivers in YAC opportunities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Offer List: Arkansas-Monticello</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.1 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/juneyatkins1/status/1816652394513711524","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/juneyatkins1/status/1816652394513711524 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351378"],"_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-66b61b3b82a20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1351378' first='Asa' last='Myers'] is another dual-threat quarterback who can efficiently attack the short to intermediate levels of the field. He displays solid footwork in the pocket, coupled with the mobility and awareness to evade pressure and maintain a clear downfield vision. He is a willing pocket passer who can stand in the pocket and execute accurate throws while taking hits. He possesses good touch and velocity, enabling him to layer the ball over defenders or zip it through tight windows. Strong and poised, Myers has the capability to cycle through progression quickly.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Asamyers11/status/1748403284652564680","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/Asamyers11/status/1748403284652564680 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351445"],"_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-66b61b3b82a63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1351445' first='Jack' last='Palmer'] is a strong-arm quarterback with good arm strength and precision across all levels of the field. He generates good velocity through his hips with good torque; Palmer excels at delivering the ball into tight windows with good anticipation, putting his receivers in YAC opportunities. His overall pocket presence is marked by solid footwork, sound mechanics, and awareness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - Multi Sport Athlete</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Jack_Palmer9/status/1788527719342317996","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/Jack_Palmer9/status/1788527719342317996 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1351436"],"_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-66b61b3b82aa5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1351436' first='Wally' last='Wolcott'] is another strong-arm quarterback with good arm strength, mechanics, and solid mobility in the pocket. He is a good decision-maker capable of progressing through multiple reads. His strong arm can deliver the ball across all levels of the field with good ball placement and anticipation, effectively setting up his receivers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.9 40</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Walllywolcott9/status/1784022222425743369","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/Walllywolcott9/status/1784022222425743369 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->