2028 New Names Emerge at Quarterback

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the unveiling of the latest 2028 Rankings in Illinois the list has been expanded in a major way from 110 players to 300 prospects!  Here we dive into the top new Quarterbacks in the new rankings!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140261"],"_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-69a32e0f6a0f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Normal West signal caller had 1,216 passing yards and 19 passing scores as a sophomore.  Big pocket passer that drops the ball in the bucket on go routes. Strong arm driving it down the field with touch. Quiet footwork in the pocket and sound mechanics. Flashes mobility moving the pocket. Gets it out of his hands quick on short routes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1701753"],"_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-69a32e0f6a174"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hochbaum threw for 2,165 yards and 23 touchdowns along with rushing for 355 yards and 9 more TDs on the varsity level this past year. The 6'1" quarterback has nice touch pushing it vertical giving his receivers room to run under it and has good ball placement. Steps up when pressure comes around him making good throws.  Quick release and sells play action fakes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["205850"],"_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-69a32e0f6a1c3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wheaton St. Francis 6'1" 210 pound quarterback has solid size, strength, and good arm strength downfield. Hits the back foot and lets it fly! Like the mobility being able to scramble and throw on the run. Still shows that same arm strength on roll outs to the right. Touch on his deep ball dropping it in the bucket. Leads his receiver with his throws. Sound mechanically. Zip on intermediate passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1893778"],"_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-69a32e0f6a21d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fausett threw for 1,758 yards and 22 touchdowns with only 1 interception this past year. Shows downfield arm strength being able to let it rip with good arm strength. Touch letting his guys run under the pass. Threads the needle over the middle in tight areas.  Crisp footwork and mechanics. Very technically sound prospect.  Scrambles as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1688137"],"_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-69a32e0f6a271"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wilson is a 6'2" quarterback that racked up 1,900 all purpose yards throwing for 15 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns.  Good sized QB with broad shoulders and stands up strong in the pocket.  Also can really run with power and speed when needed.  Quickness in the pocket and good athleticism evading rushers. Accuracy on the deep ball with it coming off his hand with so much ease.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140377"],"_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-69a32e0f6a2bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Richwoods 6'0" sophomore quarterback threw for 1850 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions this past season.  The footwork and athleticism is what stands out the most.  He can throw on the move.  Vertical passer with arm strength letting his receivers run under the ball.  Evades rushers with quick movements in the pocket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2122357"],"_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-69a32e0f6a308"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing at the sophomore level this past year Lefevour racked up 1,700 yards and 24 touchdowns on 73% rate. Mobile quarterback that throws well on the move and can really run in the open field as a dynamic athlete.  Zip on his passes out of the pocket and on the move.  The athleticism is what really jumps out first.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687164"],"_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-69a32e0f6a35b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Nashville starting QB racked up 1,919 yards and 22 touchdowns while throwing at a 65% clip.  Like the size and ability to push the ball down the field hitting guys on vertical routes letting them run under the ball.  Zip on intermediate passes and is a magician with the ball in RPO action and play fakes.  Fits it in tight spaces over the middle with velo and touch when each is needed.  Pretty quick processor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>More New QBs Added to Rankings<br></strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1688294' first='Jake' last='Yost'] (DePaul Prep)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140413' first='Brody' last='Guthrie'] (Kaneland)<br>Nathaniel Danielson (Minooka)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1616012' first='Noah' last='Taylor'] (St. Laurence)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2072478' first='Nick' last='Lozano'] (Geneva)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2087227' first='Ryan' last='Plahm'] (Lemont)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1111594' first='Malachi' last='Henigan'] (Kenwood)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='898226' first='Noah' last='Schmahl'] (Mt. Zion)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1924317' first='Brayden' last='Hackett'] (Mattoon)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140754' first='Cruz' last='Herrera'] (St. Charles East)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140758' first='Levi' last='McEwen'] (Hersey)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='1615610' first='Diego' last='Vasquez'] (Oswego East)<br>[player_tooltip player_id='2140763' first='Nicholas' last='Paczesny'] (Lincoln Way Central)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->