2027 Rankings Update: Quarterback Breakdown

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2027 in Arkansas. In this article, we will showcase the 2027 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:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"2409","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"2456","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6769c22604d89"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1192752"],"_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-6769c22606586"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1192752' first='Bryston' last='McCoy'] emerged as one of the top prospects in his class, securing the number two spot among quarterbacks. The sophomore quarterback led his team to a state championship victory. In the 2024 season, he completed 212 out of 322 passes (66%) for a total of 3,122 yards, throwing 46 touchdowns and only 9 interceptions. McCoy is known for his strong arm, allowing him to make throws at all levels of the field with good ball placement and anticipation. He showcases solid footwork and mechanics in the pocket, consistently delivering the ball on time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 2024 All-State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Bryston8_McCoy">https://x.com/Bryston8_McCoy</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189932"],"_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-6769c226065d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1189932' first='Kyler' last='Shelby'] ranks number 8 at his position. He demonstrates solid ball placement and good velocity, allowing him to fit the ball into tight windows. Shelby shows good pocket mobility, evading pressure while maintaining awareness and keeping his eyes downfield. He delivers his passes with accuracy and anticipation. Overall, he possesses sound mechanics and makes good decisions, and he can also be a threat with his legs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/KDSHELBY08">https://x.com/KDSHELBY08</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1329047"],"_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-6769c2260661e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1329047' first='Cruz' last='Coatney'] is an emerging quarterback who I believe will be among the top quarterbacks in Arkansas by his senior year. He quickly reads defenses and makes good decisions off of his progressions. Coatney possesses a strong arm and good mobility in the pocket, which helps him evade pressure effectively. He consistently steps into his throws, generating torque with his hips. Additionally, he can adjust his release point due to his angle freedom. His downfield vision allows him to progress through his reads, both inside and outside the pocket. He demonstrates good ball placement at all levels, delivering the football with good touch to layer it over second-level defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.7 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/_cruzcoatney_">https://x.com/_cruzcoatney_</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1189935"],"_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-6769c22606661"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1189935' first='Reece' last='Simpson'] will officially take over the reins as the starting quarterback in 2025. He is a multi-sport star who showcases a strong arm, and his baseball background is evident in his throwing velocity on the football. Simpson displays good ball placement and anticipation, allowing him to hit his receivers in stride as they break and near the boundary. Keep an eye on him as we head into the new year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>X: <a href="https://x.com/Reece_Simpson18">https://x.com/Reece_Simpson18</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1352615"],"_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-6769c226066a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1352615' first='Cooper' last='Buss'] is ranked 24th on our board. He demonstrates solid ball placement and anticipation at both short and intermediate levels of the field. Buss effectively layers the football over second-level defenders with solid touch. In 2024, he completed 233 of 391 passes (60%), totaling 2,776 yards and throwing 32 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 QUARTERBACKS:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1 - [player_tooltip player_id='594778' first='Slade' last='Norwood'] (Greenland)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3 - [player_tooltip player_id='227898' first='Jackson' last='Denton'] (Warren)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4 - [player_tooltip player_id='1119972' first='DJ' last='Jefferson'] (Nashville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5 - [player_tooltip player_id='915712' first='Cole' last='Creighton'] (Shiloh Christian)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>6 - [player_tooltip player_id='884675' first='Levi' last='Warrior'] (Maumelle)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>7 - [player_tooltip player_id='702500' first='Chase' last='Cobb'] (Benton)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>9 - [player_tooltip player_id='1227660' first='Cain' last='Price'] (Stuttgart)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>10 - [player_tooltip player_id='1549140' first='Brice' last='Owens'] (Har-Ber)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>12 - [player_tooltip player_id='1196164' first='Montrell' last='Thompson'] (Little Rock Parkview)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13 - [player_tooltip player_id='1191985' first='Taylor' last='Hyneman'] (Jonesboro)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>14 - [player_tooltip player_id='1223899' first='Haden' last='Hall'] (Little Rock Christian)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16 - [player_tooltip player_id='1226379' first='Sam' last='Hurtado'] (Pulaski Academy)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>17 - [player_tooltip player_id='1187539' first='Luke' last='Sampson'] (Newport)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->