Passing It Around In The Florida Panhandle

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the state of Florida is certainly a destination for college coaches to flock to – year-round – the quarterback position was never a high priority when it came to recruiting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As receivers, defensive backs and other skill positions were always the target of colleges and universities across the country, the quarterback position was truly not something that many concerned themselves with.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Because there are so many athletes in the Sunshine State, several programs would place their best player at the quarterback position because of the speed and the play-making abilities. Many would then head off to college as receivers, running backs or placed in the defensive secondary. But that has all changed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Many top-flight quarterbacks from Florida have not only made it to a high level of college play, but over the past 10-15 years we are seeing more and more continue on and perform in the National Football League.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As we have brought you to different regions of this state this summer and fall and shine a spotlight on several positions, today we take you in the Panhandle and check out some of the quarterbacks who made an impact during this 2025 season – with many leading their teams into the state playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Justice Baldwin, 6'0, 190, Baker. </strong>Versatile and athletic football player that had nearly 2,000 total offensive yards as well as being able to make plays on defense as a linebacker. Solid player who led the Gators to a 10-0 regular season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18044335/Justice-Baldwin">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18044335/Justice-Baldwin</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Jaylin Brown, 6'1, 175, Pensacola Catholic – 3.6 GPA. </strong>Talk about a bright future. This quality talent is certainly someone that coaches and players spoke about in the off-season, and throughout this year – heading into the playoffs – he gave a glimpse of what the next few years will be all about with this program. Has over 1,200 yards through the air with 22 touchdowns. He also has 220 yards on the ground with 5 scores.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19866198/Jaylin-Brown">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19866198/Jaylin-Brown</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - J.D. Brown, 6'3, 190, Santa Rosa Beach South Walton – 3.933 GPA. </strong>Over 2,000 yards passing has been essential for a program that has been among the best in the region. The upcoming off-season will be huge to prepare him for his senior year.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17604696/JD-Brown">https://www.hudl.com/profile/17604696/JD-Brown</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - [player_tooltip player_id='1578918' first='Billy' last='Dunn'], 6'4, 195, Pensacola Escambia – 3.6 GPA. </strong>Talk about someone who has done perhaps more to not only get better, but to put himself out there for colleges and recruiters to see. He attended the <em>Prep Redzone Showcase</em> in Orlando two years ago as well as went to just about every showcase possible for those to see what he brings to the table as a quarterback and student of the game. In addition to his nearly 1,400 yards passing, he also displayed some athleticism and leadership along the way.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE:  <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18035916/Billy-Dunn">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18035916/Billy-Dunn</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Hayden Gay, 5'8, 155, Panama City Bozeman – 4.2 GPA. </strong>Weightlifting. Track &amp; Field. This impressive athlete was one of the many who was responsible for leading this program to its first ever district title – with his 1,400 plus yard passing game and the ability to display leadership. He is also someone who will be considered as a defensive back as well over the next few years.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17685895/Hayden-Gay">https://www.hudl.com/profile/17685895/Hayden-Gay</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Nick Heinemann, 5'9, 175, Cottondale. </strong>This versatile football players not only showcased his skills as a quarterback, throwing for 1,400 plus yards, but also displayed leadership in his senior year. His talent in the secondary is also making him more attractive for colleges.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18362193/Nick-Heinemann">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18362193/Nick-Heinemann</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – J.P. Holsombake, 6'0, 170, Lynn Haven Mosley. </strong>Another of the 2,000-yard passers this season, who showcased his athleticism for a team that once again advanced to the state playoffs – 4.3 GPA. Basketball prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/20161540/JP-Holsombake">https://www.hudl.com/profile/20161540/JP-Holsombake</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Zabeyon Morgan, 6'0, 180, Panama City Bay – 3.3 GPA. </strong>Has been able to lead this team to a very successful season and his leadership has been paramount as a passer and runner. Was among the statistical leaders in the region all season.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/18748564/Zabeyon-Morgan">https://www.hudl.com/profile/18748564/Zabeyon-Morgan</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - [player_tooltip player_id='1788458' first='Caleb' last='Muszynski'], 5'11, 180, Panama City North Bay Haven – 3.5 GPA. </strong>It was a solid season for this junior who threw for over 1,400 yards and started to establish himself as a dual threat prospect to keep an eye on this off-season and into 2026.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/19653583/Caleb-Muszynski">https://www.hudl.com/profile/19653583/Caleb-Muszynski</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Carter Nunes, 6'2, 175, Freeport – 3.5 GPA. </strong>Yet another of those gifted and athletic prospects who had a banner season with 1,900 plus yards. He is also a force in the defensive secondary. A true impact performer. <strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a>https://www.hudl.com/profile/19550102/Carter-Nunes</a></strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2028 - Jaleel Reed, 5'11, 180, Panama City Rutherford- 4.3 GPA. </strong>Basketball. Track &amp; Field. One of the most athletic young prospects in the region. Someone who not only is a catalyst on the offensive side of the ball for the Rams but is also more than capable of being an impact player in the defensive secondary. Is a run/pass prospect, who threw for over 1,700 yards.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/20662087/Jaleel-Reed">https://www.hudl.com/profile/20662087/Jaleel-Reed</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 - Egan Segers, 6'0, 160, Bonifay Holmes County. </strong>Another of those gifted underclassmen who certainly made an impression on the football field with 1,226 yards passing and enough athleticism to make an impact as a playmaker and leader. His abilities go beyond the football field as he's an outstanding baseball prospect that plays shortstop and second base and has colleges watching already!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/22433131/Egan-Segers">https://www.hudl.com/profile/22433131/Egan-Segers</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2027 – Whitton West, 6'1, 160, DeFuniak Springs Walton – 4.235 GPA. </strong>Basketball Prospect. Tennis. One of the underclassmen in the region that many have been talking about all season. Here is a talented athlete who threw the ball for over 1,300 yards but also showcased his ability to adapt to what this offense is all about.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16024173/Whitton-West/about?_gl=1*fu8t1w*_ga*MjE0MTk3NjUxMC4xNjIwNjc0NjY0*_ga_29LPHS2HWC*czE3NjIyNTk3OTckbzg1MiRnMSR0MTc2MjI2MDQ3MyRqNDEkbDAkaDA." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.hudl.com/profile/16024173/Whitton-West/about?</a></strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 - Ta'Men Zabetakis, 6'2, 185, Fort Walton Beach Choctawhatchee. </strong>Despite dropping the regular season finale to Enterprise, Alabama, this impressive talent was a major factor for this program this season – throwing for over 1,400 yards and adding experience and leadership to a 9-1 team that is headed to the state playoffs next week.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TAPE: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/16595557/TaMen-Zabetakis">https://www.hudl.com/profile/16595557/TaMen-Zabetakis</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 PREP REDZONE FLORIDA STOCK UP EVENT. </strong><a href="https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2137/register/stock-up-showcase-florida ">https://events.prepredzone.com/e/2137/register/stock-up-showcase-florida </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Statewide Coverage Daily. <a href="https://prepredzone.com/florida/">https://prepredzone.com/florida/</a></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>You Can Contact Larry Blustein with prospect or team information at: Floridakids1@aol.com.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>COACHES, PLAYERS: Do You Have A Subscription? 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