Inside The Rankings: #TN2026 Quarterbacks

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">It's a strong signal caller class for the 2026 cycle and our new senior rankings show that! Depth is seen here with these guys along with some top of the board talent destined for the big stage. </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Top Ten&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='402548' first='Jared' last='Curtis'] - Nash. Christian (1st overall/1st QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Our top overall ranked prospect from the #TN2026 is this future Power Four gunslinger that brings a lot of exciting tools to the playing field. Sporting great size with a big arm and the ability to run, Curtis has a high ceiling with the possibility of becoming a star in college but he must not become complacent and continue to develop his craft. His recruitment has come down to Georgia, Oregon and South Carolina with a decision looming sometime soon. The Eagles senior passer holds the #1 spot in our rankings right now but he has to keep working to maintain that position as others are closely behind, striving for that top spot.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='222957' first='Briggs' last='Cherry'] - Baylor (10th overall/2nd QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Currently committed to play his college ball at Louisville, Cherry sits inside our Top Ten overall prospects due to his ability to make all the throws called for along with a powerful right arm. The Red Raiders quarterback shows the best ball placement and timing from everybody inside his position group for the #TN2026 class. Cherry is a polished passer that plays with a strong internal clock that handles pocket pressure well. He isn't the best athlete but is better than average, showing the ability to maneuver the pocket well to make the throws needed. I believe the Cardinals got a steal with this 6'4 gunslinger.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='688833' first='Hugh' last='Price'] - MBA (19th overall/3rd QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Placed third among our senior quarterbacks, Price is a true pocket passer with great size and one of the best pure passing arms we have in this class. Standing 6 '6 200 plus pounds, the Big Red signal caller shows good poise in the pocket while keeping his eyes down field then using his explosive arm to make all the throws. Scouting his film, you can see why multiple Power Four and D1 programs are in pursuit. If Price can remain healthy this Fall, I could see his overall ranking improving with a strong senior season and see big time programs getting involved with his recruitment.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/hughprice07/status/1912572292149752267","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/hughprice07/status/1912572292149752267 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='402540' first='Femi' last='Babalola'] - Ravenwood (21st overall/4th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- One of the hottest offensive prospects we've had over the off-season months has been this Williamson County quarterback that may have as much upside as anyone from his position group. Sporting great size, a physical frame and a big arm, Babalola has all the tools to become a multi-year starter in college and potentially beyond with further development. Besides having an accurate, strong arm, the Raptors signal caller is also a good athlete that handles the pocket well while having the ability to tuck it and run if needed. This is a high character guy too that I feel will only get better in time with further maturity.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1254853' first='Bronzden' last='Chaffin'] - Upperman (40th overall/5th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Our top dual threat prospect is this Mid-Tennessee product that has vastly improved his passing this off-season and seen his recruitment take-off with several D1 schools getting on board. Chaffin is a physically gifted young man with great size (6'4 220), a big arm and the athleticism to provide a “wow factor” behind center. He is still learning the nuances of the quarterback position but the upside is huge for the Bees gunslinger. I feel his best football days are ahead of Chaffin, especially with continued development and learning how to lead from his quarterback position.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='480742' first='Kelvin' last='Perkins'] - Southwind (58th overall/6th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Perkins comes in next as our 6th ranked quarterback while also being one of the better dual threat guys we have from our senior class. Winning Mr. Football as a sophomore, Perkins is a well seasoned starter for his Jaguars team that has grown into his body nicely while enhancing his passing abilities over the past year. This Memphis area product shows clean mechanics on film along with good arm strength that can push the ball down field. He is a tad undersized at 6 '0 but Perkins plays much bigger with a calm demeanor that I believe translates well to the college game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SportsLifeU/status/1857978808122425817","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/SportsLifeU/status/1857978808122425817 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1153810' first='Taylor' last='Hasselbeck'] - Ensworth (92nd overall/7th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Coming from a football family, you can see on film why Hasselbeck holds an offer from Wyoming and interest from many others. This is a cerebral guy that understands the quarterback position and his job behind center. The Tigers senior passer brings nice tools to the playing field along with high football knowledge and good athleticism that allows him to manipulate the pocket well. Hasselbeck has done a good job over the last few months enhancing his skill set while adding in new weight, which has helped his arm strength. A big senior year could be on it's way for Hasselbeck with the possibility of contending for Mr. Football.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='914547' first='Kaedyn' last='Marable'] - BGA (105th overall/8th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Coming off a breakout, highly productive junior season, Marable places eighth among our senior quarterbacks and he has a chance to boost his stock further with added weight and arm strength. Standing 6 '3 170 plus pounds, Marable is one of the better runners we have from the quarterback position that also shows the arm talent to make plenty of college throws. His pocket poise is strong. Marable shows a calm presence and a strong mental makeup that college coaches would enjoy developing. Potential is the key word here with Marable. It's strong with possibly his best days ahead of him.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='492553' first='Hudson' last='Tucker'] - Briarcrest Christian (112th overall/9th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- One of the biggest factors behind Tucker's Top Ten placement is due to his powerful right arm. The Saints senior signal caller can spin it with the best of them while also having college size and a great feel for the game. I've scouted this Memphis area product a lot and through this off-season, I have seen his game go to another level, especially with his ball placement and overall athleticism. This guy is a worker that enjoys the process and loves the game of football. Leadership is strong with Tucker and I could see him becoming a starter on the next level, even possibly the D1 playing stage.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HudsonTucker12/status/1881763781237440698","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/HudsonTucker12/status/1881763781237440698 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1577633' first='Lane' last='Clement'] - Science Hill (114th overall/10th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- New to the state of Tennessee, Clement has made a strong impression this off-season to place himself among our Top Ten senior quarterbacks by showing off a big arm that can make all the throws. The Hilltoppers gunslinger tosses one of the better deep balls I've seen on film or in person. Clement is a confident passer that keeps his eyes down field then uses his powerful right arm to place the ball accurately and on time. He is a good athlete too that moves well in and out of the pocket. The offers haven't arrived yet but I believe they will in time, especially with a strong debut season this Fall.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/tennessee/rankings/2026-rankings/?position=QB">#TN2026 Quarterback Rankings</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Next Five …..</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='986857' first='Ridge' last='Holman'] - Davidson Acad. (144th overall/11th QB): </strong>Holman is a new transfer to the Volunteer State that brings college size and arm strength to the field. He is a true pocket passer that has the passing tools to find a potential starting spot on the collegiate playing stage.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1467540' first='Elliott' last='Drapeau'] - McCallie (145th overall/12th QB): </strong>This is a championship pedigree quarterback after leading his Blue Tornado team to the D2-Class AAA state title last year. A strong armed lefty, Drapeau has the college size and pocket presence to excel somewhere on the college level.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='964976' first='Kannon' last='Burroughs'] - Green Hill (146th overall/13th QB): </strong>One of the top dual threat guys from our senior class, Burroughs is an intriguing prospect with good arm talent that needs to continue developing into his body but the tools are certainly there to find a starting role in college down the road.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1115203' first='Kolby' last='Jones'] - Unicoi Co. (207th overall/14th QB): </strong>This is a long term, big payoff prospect that brings a nice combination of athleticism and arm talent to the quarterback position. Jones comes from a small town area but is talented with the opportunity to excel in college one day.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1422897' first='Tyler' last='Thompson'] - Marshall Co. (215th overall/15th QB): </strong>Coming off winning Mr. Football last year, Thompson is a talented passer with a calm, cool presence behind center along with developing arm talent that translates well to college. He needs more development with his body but the overall skill set is definitely there.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1598733,"width":"242px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/01/67-Tyler-Thompson-rotated-e1736532770582.jpg?w=833" alt="" class="wp-image-1598733" style="width:242px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- - - - -&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Other Ranked Quarterbacks</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='205650' first='Blaine' last='Stansberry'] - Oak Ridge (216th overall/16th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1312859' first='Maddox' last='Giel'] - MUS (217th overall/17th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1150057' first='Ryan' last='Wirtzfeld'] - Webb School (228th overall/18th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='402559' first='Maverick' last='Chance'] - Ravenwood (229th overall/19th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>(QB) [player_tooltip player_id='1102989' first='Amari' last='Lethgo'] - Knox. Halls (239th overall/20th QB)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>- Stansberry is an undersized signal caller with a good arm talent and deceptive athleticism, that moves well in and out of the pocket; A hidden gem with an accurate right arm, Giel is a talented passer that has yet to be the guy at MUS but this Fall it will be his shot to prove his worth; Wirtzfeld had a strong debut for the Feet last year and has improved this off-season with added strength to his left arm and further understanding on ball placement; Holding offers from Army and Navy, Chance is a dynamic signal caller that brings a nice combination of arm talent and athleticism to the position. He is one of the top dual threat guys we have from the #TN2026 class; Lethgo is a two sport star that pushed his football game to another level last year. He has good size and clean mechanics that can be increased further with college teaching.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/tennessee/rankings/2026-rankings/">Tennessee Top 300</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1075617,"width":"262px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/11/bstansberry.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1075617" style="width:262px;height:auto" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image -->