Rising Class of 2027 Quarterbacks to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Texas is home to some top quarterback talent, and the 2027 class is no exception. Several rising juniors have already made a name for themselves with standout sophomore seasons, showcasing impressive arm talent, mobility, and leadership on the field. With college coaches closely monitoring their development, these signal-callers are quickly becoming key names to watch in the recruiting landscape. Here's a look at some of the top rising junior quarterbacks in Texas who need to be on the radar of college programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["410182"],"_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-67db3c062b2a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McAbee is a rising junior quarterback who had a breakout sophomore season for Farmersville, throwing for 2,532 yards and 25 touchdowns, earning 1st Team All-District honors. He possesses a strong arm, clean mechanics, and a quick release, allowing him to deliver throws with precision. McAbee is also athletic in the pocket, showcasing excellent mobility while keeping his eyes downfield. One of his biggest strengths is his ability to stand tall under pressure and complete passes into tight coverage windows. With deep ball touch and accuracy, McAbee is a quarterback to keep an eye on as he heads into his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1251337"],"_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-67db3c062b32d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shuler is a rising junior quarterback with a big arm and a stout 6-foot-3, 200-pound frame. He's an athletic passer with excellent pocket awareness, allowing him to navigate pressure and make plays. Shuler has the ability to thread the needle in tight windows, displays good deep touch, and has a quick release that keeps defenses on their heels. He put together a standout sophomore season, throwing for 2,182 yards and 23 touchdowns, and has started to draw interest from programs like Texas Tech, Tulane, and LSU. With his skill set and production, expect his recruiting stock to keep rising.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["946510"],"_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-67db3c062b389"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lattelle is another rising junior quarterback to keep an eye on. The Klein standout has proven he can spin it, making all the throws on the route tree with deep ball touch, clean mechanics, and the ability to throw from multiple arm slots. Lattelle had a strong sophomore season, throwing for 1,817 yards and 16 touchdowns, and he's carrying that momentum into a tremendous offseason on the 7v7 circuit. As he continues to showcase his skill set, expect his recruiting interest to ramp up heading into his junior year</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1173748"],"_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-67db3c062b3df"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another rising junior quarterback to watch is [player_tooltip player_id='1173748' first='Nolan' last='Mitchell'], who has the skill set of an elite passer. The 6-foot-2, 185-pound signal-caller put together a big sophomore season, earning 10-4A Newcomer of the Year honors. Mitchell possesses excellent mechanics, clean footwork, and a big arm, allowing him to make a variety of throws with precision. He's also an athletic quarterback who throws well on the rollout and displays great touch on deep balls. As he heads into his junior season, Mitchell is a name that should garner more attention from college programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1614564"],"_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-67db3c062b431"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One rising junior quarterback to know is [player_tooltip player_id='1614564' first='David' last='Cooper'], who had an outstanding sophomore season for Cedar Park. The 6-foot-4, 200-pound signal-caller threw for 2,190 yards and 19 touchdowns, while also adding 585 rushing yards, showcasing his dual-threat ability. Cooper possesses a strong arm, is athletic in the pocket, and has the ability to make accurate throws on the move, making him a dangerous playmaker. With his stock rising, college programs are starting to take notice, and he is set to make a visit to Texas Tech soon. Keep an eye on Cooper as he continues to develop into one of the top quarterbacks in the 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->