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The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College

The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
Colton Edwards
Colton Edwards October 30, 2025 @ 07:47 PM
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Krews Wray
Krews Wray 6'2" | 185 lbs | QB | 2028
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Drew Jackson
Drew Jackson 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB | 2027
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Jonathan Romero
Jonathan Romero 6'0" | 173 lbs | QB | 2029
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Carter Little
Carter Little 6'1" | 180 lbs | QB | 2026
AR
Slade Norwood
Slade Norwood 6'2" | 180 lbs | QB | 2027
AR
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week in and week out, we evaluate 100s of prospects. After plenty of film evaluation, these five under-the-radar prospects have the talent to play at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["926040"],"_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-6902ae10b2d72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='926040' first='Carter' last='Little'] is a high-IQ quarterback who demonstrates solid decision-making ability and command of the offense. With the right scheme and quarterback coach, he would flourish at the next level. Little displays consistent and solid ball placement at all field levels. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 3.8 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/carterlitt4/status/1983187921860694450","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/carterlitt4/status/1983187921860694450 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["594778"],"_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-6902ae10b2dc4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='594778' first='Slade' last='Norwood'] is a prospect to watch despite moving back to Farmington and sitting behind a strong quarterback. Norwood was our 2024 top underclassmen last season. He brings a strong work ethic and dedication both on and off the field, as evidenced by his offers from Eastern Michigan and Northern Colorado. He demonstrates good processing skills for both coverage and blitzes—pre-snap and post-snap—resulting in good decision-making and poise while in the pocket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/SladeNorwood/status/1974663107349024921","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/SladeNorwood/status/1974663107349024921 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1642112"],"_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-6902ae10b2e05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1642112' first='Drew' last='Jackson'] has been one of our biggest risers at the quarterback position over the last year. He's quick and decisive post-snap. Jackson displays solid footwork and mechanics and has good velocity on the football. Add him to your recruiting board. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note – 4.5 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DrewJackson2027/status/1981837241912840588","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/DrewJackson2027/status/1981837241912840588 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1840110"],"_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-6902ae10b2e44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1840110' first='Krews' last='Wray'] has jumped on to the scene quick and effective at a young age. The sophomore quarterback starts for a historic program in Harding Academy. His pocket mobility post-snap allows him to evade pressure. Wray displays solid ball placement when attacking the intermediate as he can dissect voids in zone defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KrewsWray/status/1977435675709616469","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/KrewsWray/status/1977435675709616469 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1634539"],"_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-6902ae10b2e81"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1634539' first='Jonathan' last='Romero'] is another Fort Smith Northside quarterback who has the potential to play at the next level. He's a multi-sport athlete as his mobility shows within his legs and running ability. He displays a quick release. He is capable of hitting both short and intermediate levels of the field with solid ball placement. Keep an eye on him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Note - 4.0 GPA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Romero1Jonathan","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/Romero1Jonathan </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Week in and week out, we evaluate 100s of prospects. After plenty of film evaluation, these five under-the-radar prospects have the talent to play at the next level.

Carter Little

Carter Little

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QB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 180
POS QB
CLASS 2026
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Carter
Little QB
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
180
HS
Charleston
|
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The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
Carter Little is a high-IQ quarterback who demonstrates solid decision-making ability and command of the offense. With the...
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Carter Little

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School: Charleston
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Slade Norwood

Slade Norwood

AR
QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 180
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Slade
Norwood QB
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
Weight
180
HS
Farmington
|
AR
The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
Slade Norwood is a prospect to watch despite moving back to Farmington and sitting behind a strong quarterback....
Written by Colton Edwards
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School: Farmington
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Drew Jackson

Drew Jackson

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QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 205
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Drew
Jackson QB
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
Weight
205
HS
Northside
|
AR
The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
Drew Jackson has been one of our biggest risers at the quarterback position over the last year. He’s...
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Drew Jackson

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School: Northside
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Krews Wray

Krews Wray

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 185
POS QB
CLASS 2028
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Krews
Wray QB
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
185
HS
Harding Academy
|
AR
The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
Krews Wray has jumped on to the scene quick and effective at a young age. The sophomore quarterback...
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State: Arkansas
School: Harding Academy
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Jonathan Romero

Jonathan Romero

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QB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 173
POS QB
CLASS 2029
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Jonathan
Romero QB
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
Weight
173
HS
Northside
|
AR
The Signal Callers: Five Quarterbacks Who Can Play In College
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