10 Quarterbacks to Watch in 2025

<p>The 2025 season in the Natural State is a month away with Week Zero. There are hundreds of talented prospects in the class of 2026 and beyond. They have the potential to play at the next level, including FBS, FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, or JUCO. Prep Redzone conducts thorough research and evaluation to uncover under-the-radar athletes poised to leave their mark on the upcoming season. Here are 25 quarterback prospects for coaches and recruiters to add to the recruiting board.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1586245' first='Cole' last='Slepecki'] will step in as the Tigers starter in 2025. He showcases solid mechanics, footwork in the pocket, and mobility to be effective on rollouts. On rollouts, he demonstrates the ability to reset his feet and deliver with solid ball placement near the boundary. Slepecki consistently dissects defenses and coverage rotations pre and post-snap, allowing him to fit the ball into tight windows due to his good velocity on throws and hit all levels of the field. Add him to your recruiting board.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700"></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/Cole_Slepecki/status/1944933718868766961 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1549140' first='Brice' last='Owens'] has been a significant riser this off-season at the quarterback position. He's a dual-threat quarterback with good athletic ability, capable of making plays with his legs and evading post-snap pressure. As a passer, he displays good velocity on the football with a quick release, allowing him to hit tight windows across the middle of the field. He can also differentiate between velocity and touch when throwing over second-level defenders.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</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/briceowens0/status/1946264355877933081 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1723711' first='Hudson' last='Davenport'] plays in an option-heavy offense, but when they do throw, he showcases his next-level arm talent. He's quick and decisive post-snap and can throw his receivers open off breaks. Davenport has the touch and release to layer the football over defenders. He's someone to watch in 2025. </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/HuddyDport12/status/1931007868670484647 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1509006' first='Brodie' last='Dufrene'] looks to take that next step in 2025. He displays solid touch and ball placement at all levels of the field. Dufrene can deliver an accurate ball under pressure, showcasing his poise within the pocket. He's tough, with solid pocket mobility and awareness to evade pressure. He can also be effective on designed rollouts.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.6 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/Brodie_Dufrene/status/1944015552378183918 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='227898' first='Jackson' last='Denton'] is coming off a serious week one injury in 2024 but has made his return this off-season. He's expected to breakout and return to his status in 2025. Denton displays solid footwork within the pocket with a balanced base while stepping into his throws with solid torque through the hips, generating good velocity. He possesses a strong arm and solid ball placement, leading his receivers with anticipation and putting them into YAC opportunities.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.0 GPA</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/JacksonDenton10 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1602604' first='Hunter' last='Moats'] is a quarterback prospect that we've seen this off-season in person. He possesses the size you want in a quarterback with room to add muscle. Moats showcases a quick and fluid release. He attacks the middle of the field efficiently with precision. He's mobile and someone who could breakout in 2025. </p>   <p>Note - 3.6 GPA</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/HunterMoats2027/status/1909442524827050234 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1662683' first='Jacob' last='Smith'] is a prospect to add to the recruiting board. He's an exciting quarterback with next-level potential. He possesses solid mechanics, a quick release, good velocity, and arm strength. Smith can effectively layer the ball over second-level coverage against zone defenses. He demonstrates good touch and ball placement at all levels of the field. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.5 GPA</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/JacobQB8/status/1926377520015794290 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1683649' first='Jack' last='Sexton'] has been on the grind this off-season. He is a tough quarterback who can stand in the pocket and take hits while delivering the football with accuracy. Sexton demonstrates the ability to reset his feet when he is forced outside the pocket, allowing him to throw an accurate pass. I expect him to take another step during his junior season. </p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</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/Jack_Sexton_15/status/1932586949790830914 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1723886' first='Dylan' last='Dean'] is going to break out in 2025. He's tough in the pocket, has a solid football IQ, and can efficiently attack zone coverage. He displays the ability to step up under pressure and deliver with good ball placement across the middle. Dean possesses good arm strength to attack all levels of the field. He's a prospect to watch throughout 2025. </p>   <p>Note - 3.5 GPA</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/DylanDean2008/status/1944575600519233873 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1683287' first='Trey' last='Allen'] looks to lead his team to another successful season with his dual-threat ability. He displays the ability to evade post-snap pressure due to his good pocket mobility and awareness. Allen also shows solid touch on his passes, allowing him to layer the ball over second-level defenders. Keep an eye on him.</p>   <p class="text-gray-700">Note – Multi-Position Athlete</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/TreyAllen2027/status/1922064082074570765 </div></figure>

The 2025 season in the Natural State is a month away with Week Zero. There are hundreds of talented prospects in the class of 2026 and beyond. They have the potential to play at the next level, including FBS, FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, or JUCO. Prep Redzone conducts thorough research and evaluation to uncover under-the-radar athletes poised to leave their mark on the upcoming season. Here are 25 quarterback prospects for coaches and recruiters to add to the recruiting board.