2029 Rankings Breakdown: Prospects Ranked 11-15

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The 2029 class continues to impress with high-end talent on both sides of the ball. Prospects ranked 11-15 bring a combination of production, upside, and physical tools that firmly place them among the top young players in the state. Here's a closer look at the athletes rounding out this tier and why they're already separating themselves early in their careers.</h2>    The top-ranked 2029 quarterback in California showcases a dynamic dual-threat skillset, pairing functional athleticism with natural creativity to extend plays, escape pressure, and create opportunities outside of structure. As a passer, he is highly polished in rhythm, consistently delivering the ball on time with accuracy while showing an advanced feel for tempo, spacing, and route timing. He remains composed in the pocket, keeping his eyes downfield while maneuvering subtly to avoid the rush, and shows the ability to reset his base and throw accurately on the move. His improvisational ability enhances the offense without leading to unnecessary risk, as he balances playmaking with sound decision-making. With early offers from Sacramento State and Miami, he projects as a high-ceiling, national-level quarterback whose game should continue to rise with added strength, refinement, and exposure.     The 6'1”, 190-pound OLB/H-Back is a high-level athlete who consistently plays fast, physical, and with relentless effort from snap to whistle. He shows excellent short-area burst and lateral quickness, allowing him to redirect smoothly, close space in a hurry, and pursue the football with urgency and intent. As a defender, he sets the edge with toughness and leverage while also possessing the speed and agility to impact plays in space, whether working in pursuit or matching up against skill players. His versatility allows him to align in multiple roles, contributing as both a traditional outside linebacker and a hybrid H-Back depending on scheme needs. With early offers from Maryland, Nevada, and Sacramento State, he projects as a high-upside, multi-dimensional prospect with continued physical development.     Led the 2029 class in passing during the 2025 season with 3,230 yards and 32 touchdowns, showing consistent high-level production and command of the offense throughout the year. Possesses a prototypical 6'4”, 205-pound frame with a live, powerful arm, allowing him to drive the football to all areas of the field with velocity while also layering throws with touch. Displays strong pocket poise, operating with calm feet and good eye discipline, and shows an advanced feel for timing and anticipation as a passer. Comfortable progressing through reads and delivering accurately on schedule, he also shows the ability to reset and throw efficiently when plays break down. Currently holds offers from Colorado State and Sacramento State, but with continued technical refinement and increased exposure, he projects as a national-level quarterback prospect.     Latu is a disruptive defender with the size and athleticism to play any position on the defensive line depending on development. 6'1” 240 lbs. he flashes natural movement skills and bend with initial quickness to gain immediate penetration off the snap. Can beat blockers with both speed and power moves showing he can work quickly off the edge to collapse the pocket or use active hands separate at the POA. Plays with great leverage and pad level allowing him to fight through contact or anchor down and stack blocks to hold a gap. Violent tackler that is tough to break once he gets his hands on the ball carrier. Finished his freshman season with 49 total tackles, 11.5 tackles for loss, and 5 sacks. First offer from Sacramento State prior to the start of the season.      Savvy athlete that can beat defenses with both his arm and his legs throwing for 1,273 yards and 11 touchdowns adding 670 yards and 8 touchdowns on the ground. As a runner, he flashes quick lateral agility to cut around defenders and then accelerate out to break away. In the pocket as a passer, he shows confidence and high level arm talent. Generates power with good rotation in the hips and shoulders to throw downfield with touch to push a one ball into a tight window at the short/intermediate levels. Quick release allows him to get the ball out on timing routes or with a defender in his face. Controlled footwork and good balance in the pocket but also shows he can be accurate off different throwing platforms or on the run. Offered by Sacramento State early.