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5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class

5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
Photo: Ryce Palepoi
Andy Pham
Andy Pham October 21, 2025 @ 03:00 PM
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Deacon Virgin
Deacon Virgin 6'4" | 185 lbs | QB | 2027
UT
Easton Favero
Easton Favero 5'11" | 170 lbs | QB | 2027
UT
Preston Mackowiak
Preston Mackowiak 6'0" | 180 lbs | QB | 2027
UT
Ryce Palepoi
Ryce Palepoi 6'1" | 210 lbs | QB/ATH | 2027
UT
Tate Johnson
Tate Johnson 5'10" | 170 lbs | QB | 2027
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Let's take a look at the 2027 class and discuss five signal caller ready to take the next jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1293290"],"_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-68f7b5997ce81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryce has a good frame and throws a nice deep ball. He processes at a good rate, and throws with anticipation. He has good velocity with his throws and can manipulate a safety. He shows good pocket navigation and can move the chains with his legs. He's primed to be a breakout next year and will be a signal caller that garner multiple offers. He's got a great ceiling and will be a D1 prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1683631"],"_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-68f7b5997cf83"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Easton has put together a nice 2025 season and should continue to take the next step. He keeps the ball out of danger and can get to his second read. He's shown flashes of leading his receivers open and keeping the offense in rhythm. He has good pocket sense and should put everything together in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1229129"],"_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-68f7b5997d076"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tate plays well under chaos and the game has slowed down for him. He does a good job of extending plays and biding time for his receivers. He'll take the deep shot to stress a defense and is deadly on the ground as well. He's a signal caller that is primed to take the next steps and will have a full offseason to hone his craft.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1683634"],"_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-68f7b5997d128"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deacon has a good frame on him and should continue to add to it. He'll have a full offseason where he is healthy and can fully train. He's improved everytime I've watched him, from mechanics, to velocity to processing rate. With another year under his belt, he is primed to take the next steps.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1683623"],"_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-68f7b5997d206"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Preston has made tremendous strides over the past two seasons and is a signal caller who throws with anticipation and will lead his receivers open. He does well at keeping the ball out of danger and keeping the offense ahead in the chains. He shows solid processing skills and there's plenty to like.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Those are five signal caller who are primed to make 2026 their best season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Let's take a look at the 2027 class and discuss five signal caller ready to take the next jump.

Ryce Palepoi

Ryce Palepoi

UT
QB/ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 210
POS QB/ATH
CLASS 2027
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Ryce
Palepoi QB/ATH
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
Weight
210
HS
Brighton
|
UT
5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
Ryce has a good frame and throws a nice deep ball. He processes at a good rate, and...
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Ryce Palepoi

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School: Brighton
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Easton Favero

Easton Favero

UT
QB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 170
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Easton
Favero QB
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
Weight
170
HS
Logan
|
UT
5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
Easton has put together a nice 2025 season and should continue to take the next step. He keeps...
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Easton Favero

State: Utah
School: Logan
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Tate Johnson

Tate Johnson

UT
QB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 170
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Tate
Johnson QB
Class
2027
Height
5'10"
Weight
170
HS
Mountain View
|
UT
5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
Tate plays well under chaos and the game has slowed down for him. He does a good job...
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Tate Johnson

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State: Utah
School: Mountain View
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Deacon Virgin

Deacon Virgin

UT
QB
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 185
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Deacon
Virgin QB
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
Weight
185
HS
Dixie
|
UT
5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
Deacon has a good frame on him and should continue to add to it. He’ll have a full...
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Deacon Virgin

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State: Utah
School: Dixie
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Preston Mackowiak

Preston Mackowiak

UT
QB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 180
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Preston
Mackowiak QB
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
180
HS
Summit Academy
|
UT
5 Quarterbacks set to take the next steps in the 2027 class
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Preston Mackowiak

State: Utah
School: Summit Academy
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