2026 SPRING RANKINGS UPDATE: Quarterback Breakdown

<p>2026s, you're on the clock, and all eyes are on you. We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2026 in Arkansas. 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:</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='203768' first='Drew' last='Davis'] lands at number two for the position. He is a player to watch for his senior season. He's highly respected and has potential at the next level. He displays good pocket mobility and post-snap awareness of incoming pressure while showcasing his ability to keep his eyes downfield and deliver the ball accurately with poise. Davis is a quick processor, progressing through his reads with solid decision-making. 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 good anticipation to lead his receivers. </p>   <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DrewDavis2026/status/1877454957474926873 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1060603' first='Ayden' last='Lester'] comes in at number seven and is on the rise after an impressive 2024 season. He showcases solid mechanics and footwork in the pocket, enabling him to hit targets accurately at all levels of the field. Lester has the pocket mobility and awareness to evade pressure, allowing him to throw with composure, even when under duress. Overall, he demonstrates good ball placement and anticipation when attacking the entire field. Keep an eye on him this summer. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi Sport Athlete</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AydenLester/status/1867420660680864228 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='848066' first='Wyatt' last='R. Golden'] is an underrated talent who plays like a true gunslinger and lands at number ten. He has solid arm strength, ball placement, and impressive touch on boundary throws. His anticipation and velocity allow him to fit the ball into tight windows, particularly toward the sideline. Additionally, he demonstrates solid footwork and a smooth release point.</p>   <p>Note - 4.9 40</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Golden19Wyatt/status/1894206176193122774 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1253196' first='Sedrick-Bishop' last='Allen'] lands at number 16 and has the talent to play at the next level. Allen is a true leader with the ability to be a dual-threat at every phase. He displays good pocket footwork, solid mechanics, and a quick release. Off the release, he generates torque through the hips to put good velocity on the football. He showcases good ball placement at all levels of the field with touch to layer over second-level defenders. Good pocket mobility and awareness to evade pressure post-snap. He maintains his field vision when forced outside the pocket and delivers accurately. He can hurt you with his legs due to good foot speed, quickness, and COD.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BishopAllenQB1/status/1869961197463953744 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='685765' first='Tyler' last='Hampton'] comes in at number 18 as he has a big senior season upcoming to showcase his talent. He displays solid footwork both inside and outside the pocket, with the ability to rollout and deliver an accurate strike on the run. His release is quick and sharp, delivering the ball with accuracy and velocity at short and intermediate levels. He has the arm strength to throw the opposite hash to the boundary. He displays good pocket awareness and the ability to threaten with his legs, posing a challenge for defenses. Keep an eye on him throughout 2025.</p>   <p>Note - Multi Position Athlete</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Tyler_11Hampton/status/1863085853251170546 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">OTHER TOP 100 QUARTERBACKS:</h2>   <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] (Greenwood)</p>   <p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='204462' first='Dax' last='McMellon'] (Sheridan)</p>   <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='237071' first='Kemp' last='Keller'] (Little Rock Christian)</p>   <p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='335132' first='Talan' last='Williams'] (Gentry)</p>   <p>6. [player_tooltip player_id='338065' first='Creed' last='Vega'] (Dardanelle)</p>   <p>8. [player_tooltip player_id='1301127' first='Wesley' last='Tapp'] (Conway)</p>   <p>9. [player_tooltip player_id='430626' first='Andrew' last='Bjork'] (Little Rock Central)</p>   <p>11. [player_tooltip player_id='866986' first='Mitchell' last='Polk'] (Smackover)</p>   <p>12. [player_tooltip player_id='382978' first='John' last='Thompson III'] (Bentonville West)</p>   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/03/ColtonEdwardsHeader.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1637114" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Sofia Jordan</figcaption></figure>

2026s, you're on the clock, and all eyes are on you. We have officially released a new set of rankings for the class of 2026 in Arkansas. 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: