2028 Position Reviews: Quarterbacks

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1040324"],"_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-69264a076d207"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1040324' first='Owen' last='Herrick']s is ranked as the 24th-ranked prospect and the top quarterback in the 2028 class for a reason. He is a talented quarterback that I saw live throw the ball at our Prep Redzone Showcase last spring. I came away impressed with his mechanics and footwork as a quarterback. Then he dominated this season for Pittsburgh Central Catholic as they won the 6A WPIAL Title, and they continue to play for a PIAA State Title. Herrick is a talented quarterback and deserves the top-ranked spot as he continues to play at a high level for PCC. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Regular Season Highlights‼️<a href="https://t.co/o5USdAr77E">https://t.co/o5USdAr77E</a><a href="https://twitter.com/CoachLehmeier?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachLehmeier</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachReitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachReitz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PCC_FOOTBALL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PCC_FOOTBALL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://t.co/VDFilisaWD">pic.twitter.com/VDFilisaWD</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1040324' first='Owen' last='Herrick'] (@OwenHerrick3) <a href="https://twitter.com/OwenHerrick3/status/1983212720728973666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1265746"],"_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-69264a076d26a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1265746' first='James' last='Armstrong'] is a dynamic athlete who has great size (6'3") and athleticism. His ability to run and break tackles is impressive. He has this ability to make defenders miss and run through tackles. Then, as a passer, he has a gigantic arm. The left-hander knows how to uncork a big boy throw from the pocket. He also shows a good ability to throw accurate passes on deep balls. Armstrong is a talented kid who has a high ceiling, as he has a good chance of playing College Football in the future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Full sophomore season highlights<br>6'3 225lbs dual threat qb<br>2350 yds passing (+1200 from last szn)<br>760 rushing 125 carries (last 4 games hurt)<br>37 total touchdowns 3 interceptions<br>7-4 <br>Looking forward to next szn!!!!<a href="https://t.co/nZEBVmzlqL">https://t.co/nZEBVmzlqL</a><a href="https://twitter.com/PghSportsNow?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PghSportsNow</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jarma72?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jarma72</a>… <a href="https://t.co/tAKbWuoKf1">pic.twitter.com/tAKbWuoKf1</a></p>&mdash; James “Booboo” Armstrong (@Armstrong_Qb) <a href="https://twitter.com/Armstrong_Qb/status/1987522532715479494?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1260044"],"_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-69264a076d2bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1260044' first='Devontae' last='Smith'] is a great combination of running and passing ability as a quarterback. As a runner, he has good size (6'1") and athleticism, as he is hard to tackle. He is good when the play breaks down, as he can make defenders miss. Then, as a passer, he is a natural thrower of the football. He throws with good anticipation. He is excellent at sitting in the pocket and throwing a good ball. His ability to read a defense and know where he wants to throw the ball is good. Smith has a chance to be a stock riser and move up this list, and I expect him to play even better next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Week 0 &amp; Week 1 film<br><br>400+ Total Yards<br>5 TDS (4 passing 1 rushing)<a href="https://twitter.com/MFratStrength?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MFratStrength</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/keepitsimplefb?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@keepitsimplefb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NorthgateVFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NorthgateVFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelemcmahon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@michaelemcmahon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Rivals?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Rivals</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ubsmno1xjW">https://t.co/Ubsmno1xjW</a> <a href="https://t.co/8fqBgh3jkq">pic.twitter.com/8fqBgh3jkq</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1260044' first='Devontae' last='Smith'] (@DJSmith2028) <a href="https://twitter.com/DJSmith2028/status/1962652954336309720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914700"],"_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-69264a076d307"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='914700' first='Jaivin' last='Peel'] has had an interesting High School Career. He played his 1st two years at Western Beaver. He then transferred to Kiski School this season. He then re-classified to the 2028 class. Kiski School is a prep school, so they do not play in the PIAA or the WPIAL. He is a playmaker with the ball in his hands. His ability to make plays with his feet and his arm is impressive. When the play breaks down, he can make a play by either throwing the ball downfield or by running for big plays. In the pocket, he has good mechanics and footwork. He had a strong season and should continue to play well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2 clips from last weeks game vs hill. <a href="https://twitter.com/jerwalk50?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jerwalk50</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/kiskiprepfb?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kiskiprepfb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSmetanka?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSmetanka</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TerronColson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TerronColson</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/M7Sports_Agency?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@M7Sports_Agency</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DAWGHZERECRUITS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DAWGHZERECRUITS</a> <a href="https://t.co/T7Pbl6MimZ">pic.twitter.com/T7Pbl6MimZ</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='914700' first='Jaivin' last='Peel'] (JP7)🌟 (@PeelJaivin) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeelJaivin/status/1966318850393219152?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1647881"],"_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-69264a076d3f1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1647881' first='Dai'Mere' last='Adair'] is a playmaker as a quarterback. He seems to rise to the occasion and make plays when his team needs him most. Several times in his film, I saw him get pressured and scramble around, finding plays downfield. He usually keeps his eyes downfield, looking for open receivers. Then, in the pocket, he has a huge arm. His mechanics are solid, but could use improvement. I love his film and how he competes. Adair is a good player who should improve going forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Check out my full Sophomore Season Highlights!!<a href="https://t.co/10vk9WCmmF">https://t.co/10vk9WCmmF</a><a href="https://twitter.com/Dooderzs3?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Dooderzs3</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachFuture412?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachFuture412</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/usofootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@usofootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://t.co/GLi0q8rqoq">pic.twitter.com/GLi0q8rqoq</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1647881' first='Dai'Mere' last='Adair'] (@meree1k) <a href="https://twitter.com/meree1k/status/1986288116840472978?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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-69264a076d43a"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1548506"],"_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-69271785d1a72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1548506' first='Colton' last='Stamy'] had a good year this season as he shared playing time with [player_tooltip player_id='1474546' first='Kameron' last='Wolfe']. He has good mechanics and footwork. I really like how he sits in the pocket and throws the ball at a high level. He is like a machine in the pocket with his ability to throw the ball at a high level. Then, when the play breaks down, he does a good job of throwing the ball on the run. He can also tug it and run for hard yards. Stamy is a good quarterback who has the skills to improve and be even better next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Check out my sophomore season highlights! (8 games) 10 total tds (8 passing, 2 rushing)<br>128/208 1341 passing yards<br>⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/coachoswalt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachoswalt</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzonePA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzonePA</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/Pa_Preps?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Pa_Preps</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/PRZVicCastillo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PRZVicCastillo</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/JoeGazza?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JoeGazza</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/On3sports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@On3sports</a>⁩ ⁦⁦⁦ <a href="https://t.co/duqebWMnVp">https://t.co/duqebWMnVp</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1548506' first='Colton' last='Stamy'] (@CStamy10) <a href="https://twitter.com/CStamy10/status/1988020223476117626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->