2026 Rankings Update: Quarterback Breakdown

We have officially released another rankings update in the state of Arkansas for the class of 2026. In this article, we will showcase the 2026 quarterbacks with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the quarterbacks, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar:     [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] is number one on our board, and for good reason. The 4-Star quarterback plays on another level and could potentially reach 5-Star status by his senior season. As we often have evaluated Archer, he displays good footwork inside the pocket, planting his drop step with a strong base and stepping into his throws with good torque through the hips. He has good pocket mobility, both inside and outside of the pocket, where he can extend plays and continue to throw on the run with accuracy. Within the pocket, he's very agile with good hip fluidity while keeping his eyes downfield. He has good processing of blitzes and coverages pre-snap with good pocket awareness, as he can diagnose and anticipate areas where the pocket breaks down and evades pressure. He moves through his progressions really well and quickly, displaying his high-level IQ. Archer can hit all levels of the field with good precision, accuracy, ball placement, and very good arm talent. Demonstrates good decision-making ability, showing command in the offense and choosing the right reads. Archer anticipates his throws to allow his receivers for potential yards after catch opportunities off their breaks. Archer excels in every aspect of the game due to his strong forward momentum on his delivery and can hurt you in play action with a quick release. Over-the-top delivery with an arm motion that is flexible to create a window.   Offer List: Arkansas, Arkansas State, Arizona, FAU, Florida State, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisville, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico State, Ole Miss, SMU, Tennessee, Texas A&M, Toledo, UCF, UNLV & UL Monroe.   Note – 10 1/8″ Hands   <a href="https://twitter.com/KaneArcher9/status/1831749941942780143">https://twitter.com/KaneArcher9/status/1831749941942780143</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='203768' first='Drew' last='Davis'] lands at number two on our board and is a 3-Star quarterback in the nation. Quick processor and good decision-maker with a strong arm. He displays good pocket mobility and awareness of incoming pressure while showcasing his ability to keep his eyes downfield and deliver the ball accurately and with poise. His ability to extend plays while sliding in and out of the pocket is impressive. Demonstrates poise in the pocket when progressing through his reads quickly. He delivers the ball with good velocity and touch at all levels as he generates torque through the hips, allowing him to layer over second-level defenders. Good ball placement at all levels of the field with very good anticipation to lead his receivers.   Offers: Marshall & North Alabama   Note – 4.0 GPA   <a href="https://twitter.com/DrewDavis2026/status/1834200593629376817">https://twitter.com/DrewDavis2026/status/1834200593629376817</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='237071' first='Kemp' last='Keller'] comes in at number five on our board as he rises. Keller is a pro-style quarterback with the ability to hit all levels of the field with good ball placement. He displays good footwork within the pocket and solid pocket mobility, maintaining good awareness and composure under pressure. He showcases good mechanics, delivering a quick release and effectively targeting all field levels with precision, ball placement, and good anticipation, putting his receivers in YAC opportunities. Demonstrates solid decision-making ability, showing command in the offense and choosing the right reads.   Offer List: Arkansas Baptist & Arkansas-Pine Bluff   Note – 3.7 GPA   <a href="https://twitter.com/kemp_keller/status/1832599370514002295">https://twitter.com/kemp_keller/status/1832599370514002295</a>     [player_tooltip player_id='382978' first='John' last='Thompson III'] lands at number ten on our board. The dual-threat quarterback demonstrates very good athleticism and can throw on the run effectively. Thompson displays good pocket mobility and awareness of incoming pressure while showcasing his ability to keep his eyes downfield and deliver the ball accurately and with poise. He's a natural improviser, as he showcases the ability to extend plays while sliding in and out of the pocket, which is impressive. He has solid ball placement within the short and intermediate levels of the field with solid anticipation to lead his receivers.   Note - 3.8 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Tre__Thompson3/status/1814473212039713196 </div></figure>     [player_tooltip player_id='1253196' first='Sedrick-Bishop' last='Allen'] is another dual-threat quarterback with a high football IQ who lands at number 28 on our board and continues to rise. Allen displays solid footwork within the pocket and demonstrates solid mechanics with a quick release. He showcases good ball placement at all levels of the field with touch. He can hurt you with his legs while keeping his vision downfield before making the correct decision. Allen is someone to keep an eye on as the season progresses.   Note - 4.0 GPA   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BishopAllenQB1/status/1703984077177553102 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 QUARTERBACKS:</h2>   3. [player_tooltip player_id='430626' first='Andrew' last='Bjork'] (Maumelle)   4. [player_tooltip player_id='204462' first='Dax' last='McMellon'] (Sheridan)   6. [player_tooltip player_id='335132' first='Talan' last='Williams'] (Gentry)   7. [player_tooltip player_id='393516' first='Parker' last='Nix'] (Rogers)   8. [player_tooltip player_id='866986' first='Mitchell' last='Polk'] (El Dorado)   9. [player_tooltip player_id='848066' first='Wyatt' last='R. Golden'] (White Hall)   11. [player_tooltip player_id='1060603' first='Ayden' last='Lester'] (Farmington)   12. [player_tooltip player_id='1158058' first='Nathan' last='Cole Bentz'] (Batesville)   13. [player_tooltip player_id='338065' first='Creed' last='Vega'] (Dardanelle)

We have officially released another rankings update in the state of Arkansas for the class of 2026. In this article, we will showcase the 2026 quarterbacks with analysis. Over the next month, I will break down these rankings by position in each class, including other segments. For the quarterbacks, I will provide you with evaluations of some of the top prospects and the players flying under the radar: