Class of ’28 QBs: Future Stars

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone takes a look at a few QBs that will be Future Stars over the next 3 seasons. A few of these signal callers had impressive freshman seasons and have already caught the attention of scouts and fans. The others are primed for a breakout sophomore season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1589357"],"_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-687fb80f94261"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 5'11 175 Sophomore has already broke onto the scene after a productive freshman campaign. The Freshman starter at GAC was named 2nd Team All Region after accounting for over 2100 total yards with 19 TDs. A true dual threat QB that has good speed who rushed for over 700 yards in '24. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What Stands Out:</strong> He has excellent escape ability in the pocket. Eyes are continually downfield and makes good throws moving to his left or right. Nice air and touch on the deep passes but also has the arm strength to zip the ball into tight spaces. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Outlook:</strong> Miller cracked the Top 10 '28 QB rankings after his Freshman season. He will see his stock rise after that up this Fall and with added development in the weight room, will be a name to watch going forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["969646"],"_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-687fb80f942d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 6'2 180 Sophomore has all the potential in the world to have a breakout 2025 season. He got thrown into the fire last season as a freshman starter on a very young squad in one of the toughest 4A Regions in the State. The Catamounts will be more experienced this Fall and under a new coaching staff and the expectations are there for a big turn around season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>What Stands Out:</strong> The 1st thing that catches your eye is his frame. He backs that up with the ability to make plays. A natural athlete with a high on field IQ that played with a lot of composure considering last years circumstances. Good accurate arm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Outlook</strong>: Has the natural gifts to develop into a next level QB over the next 3 seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1697962"],"_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-687fb80f9432b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We will have to wait until the season starts to see how the Harrison QB situation shakes out as they replace their QB1. Watson is definitely a guy I like on film and no doubt will make an impact on the Hoyas over the next 3 seasons. He showed flashes of his potential this Spring and over the Summer during 7 v 7 and padded camps. A multisport athlete that plays SS on the Diamond and gets it done in the classroom. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What Stands Out:</strong> Work ethic. I like guys who are multisport standouts, especially at the QB position. You can see from his speed on the base paths that Watson will be a future dual threat at the QB position. Very calm in the pocket and has a very quick release. Accurate downfield. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Outlook:</strong> No doubt Watson gets his chance at QB over the next 3 seasons. He possesses all the natural tools to be a successful dual threat for the Hoyas. One to keep an eye on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1523353"],"_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-687fb80f9437a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I'm based in North Georgia and Kendrick is a QB I'm excited about watching him develop 1st hand over the next 3 years. The "true" 2028 prospect started varsity last season as a 14 year old and had good success throwing for over 1600 yards with 15 TDs. A multisport athlete with a baseball background that carries a 4.0 GPA while taking STEM classes. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What Stands Out:</strong> Confidence. Kendrick carries himself in a confident manner on and off the field. He is always a great promoter of his teammates on social media. Long frame that has a lot of room to fill out. A natural athlete that can make all the throws. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Outlook</strong>: Union County was a young team last season but Kendrick was able to still have on the field success. He will have a lot of play makers in the receiving core returning this Fall and he should have a good season. A stock riser that has all the attributes you look for at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["814797"],"_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-687fb80f943c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>Note</strong>: Now at Benjamin E. Mays High School</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I've been intrigued with Robinson as a prospect since seeing him at the January Prep Redzone Combine in 2024. At the time he had just finished his 8th grade season and you could tell his possessed the feet and arm to be a dangerous dual threat QB at he high school level. He lead New Manchester's JV to an undefeated season last Fall and show glimpses of his potential at the varsity level on limited touches. He accounted for 100 yards on just 9 touches going 3 for 4 passing (35 yds) and had 5 carries for 75 yards. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>What Stands Out: </strong>At 5'7 he doesn't catch your attention when he steps up to the drills but once he starts moving he has all your attention. Above average speed, agility and quickness with good arm strength and accuracy to go with it. Translates well with pads on, proving winner at all levels he has played QB1.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Outlook:</strong> I will definitely have an eye on Mays this season to see how they use Robinson. Could be a season away from being QB1 but they will have to use this play maker in some capacity until then. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->