Spring Spotlight: Class of 2028 Region 2 Quarterbacks

Florida has long been a hotbed of high school football talent. Annually, Florida produces some of the nation's top prospects. Florida athletes are known for their speed, agility, and raw athleticism. These prospects have made names for themselves and have caught the attention of coaches and scouts at the collegiate level. With the 2025 season getting closer, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.   These players are all talented and have college-level abilities. Some of these players have a few offers, but all of them have the ability to play college football at some level.   There are some big-time, highly rated prospects and several sleeper prospects who should all be getting looks for the next level. This list is full of stud prospects.   Prep Redzone Florida will always support every player on their journey to playing college football.   1. [player_tooltip player_id='425515' first='Neimann' last='Lawrence'], Quarterback – Ransom Everglades High   Height/Weight: 6'2", 195 lbs   Stats Summary: 162-252, 2,777 yards, 31 touchdowns | 26 carries, 100 yards, 4 touchdowns   Evaluation: Lawrence is one of the most productive rising sophomores in the state, putting up elite numbers as a freshman. His efficiency (31 touchdowns on 252 attempts) and ability to stretch the field make him a dangerous passer. He possesses ideal size at 6'2", 195 lbs, and has the tools to develop into a high-level prospect. While he isn't a primary running threat, his four rushing touchdowns show he can make plays when needed. With another year of refinement in his mechanics and decision-making, Lawrence has a high ceiling.   2. Jaleel Reed, Quarterback – Rutherford High   Height/Weight: 5'10", 180 lbs   Stats Summary: 90-174, 1,166 yards, 12 touchdowns | 86 carries, 477 yards, 4 touchdowns   Evaluation: Reed is a true dual-threat quarterback who can make plays in both the passing and running game. His nearly 500 rushing yards as a freshman show that he is comfortable taking off when needed, and he has the toughness to handle a high volume of carries. As a passer, he has room to improve in efficiency but has already shown the ability to make plays through the air. Continued development in reading defenses and improving his deep-ball accuracy will make him even more dangerous.   3. Dontavious Kinchens, Quarterback – Booker T. Washington High   Height/Weight: 5'9", 165 lbs   Stats Summary: 35-65, 512 yards, 7 touchdowns | 26 carries, 74 yards   Evaluation: Kinchens is an athletic quarterback who brings versatility to the offense. Though his passing attempts were limited, he showed good efficiency with seven touchdowns on just 35 completions. His ability to contribute at wide receiver highlights his overall athleticism and playmaking ability. If he continues to develop as a passer and gets more reps under center, he could become a key offensive weapon, whether at QB or another skill position.   4. Krew Cobb, Quarterback – Avon Park High   Height/Weight: 6'1", 160 lbs   Stats Summary: 19-49, 205 yards, 2 touchdowns   Evaluation: Cobb is still in the early stages of his development as a quarterback but has the physical tools to take a step forward. He is expected to compete for the starting job next season, and with more experience, his decision-making and accuracy should improve. His baseball background suggests strong arm talent, and with increased reps, he has the potential to refine his mechanics and become a more confident leader under center.   5. [player_tooltip player_id='1247412' first='Luke' last='Toland'], Quarterback – The Bolles School   Height/Weight: 6'0", 190 lbs   Stats Summary: 7-15, 128 yards, 2 touchdowns   Evaluation: Toland is a promising young quarterback with significant upside. While his varsity reps were limited as a freshman, he has already impressed on the 7-on-7 circuit, showcasing his ability to read defenses and deliver accurate throws. Toland has a solid frame at 6'0", 190 lbs and possesses the arm talent to make all the necessary throws. His football IQ and mechanics are ahead of schedule for his age, and with increased game reps, he has the potential to develop into a high-level playmaker. As he continues to refine his decision-making and gain experience, Toland could emerge as one of the top quarterbacks in his class.   Overall Overview:   This group of rising sophomores has a mix of high-production quarterbacks and developmental prospects. [player_tooltip player_id='425515' first='Neimann' last='Lawrence'] is the clear standout, putting up elite freshman numbers and showing high-level passing ability. Jaleel Reed is a dangerous dual-threat who can attack defenses with both his arm and legs. Dontavious Kinchens is an intriguing athlete with positional versatility, while Krew Cobb and [player_tooltip player_id='1247412' first='Luke' last='Toland'] are still developing but show promise, especially with Toland's impressive 7-on-7 performances. Each of these quarterbacks has the potential to make a big impact as they gain more experience.

Florida has long been a hotbed of high school football talent. Annually, Florida produces some of the nation's top prospects. Florida athletes are known for their speed, agility, and raw athleticism. These prospects have made names for themselves and have caught the attention of coaches and scouts at the collegiate level. With the 2025 season getting closer, we're looking for players whose stock is rising in the state.