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QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028

QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess March 4, 2026 @ 03:00 PM
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Jaylen Newkirk
Jaylen Newkirk 6'2" | 175 lbs | QB | 2028
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Myles Hill
Myles Hill 6'0" | 165 lbs | QB | 2028
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Tyler Logan
Tyler Logan 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB | 2028
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Liam Kearney
Liam Kearney 6'2" | 165 lbs | QB | 2028
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Noah Garcia
Noah Garcia 6'2" | 210 lbs | QB | 2028
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Ronald Smith Jr.
Ronald Smith Jr. 6'0" | 170 lbs | QB | 2028
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Who are some of the 2028 Quarterbacks that need to be on your radar heading into the spring?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["611690"],"_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-69a32dd2219e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This past season Smith had 1,841 yards including 16 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns.  Led his team to a city championship along with a runner up in the prep bowl.  Stands strong in the pocket throwing downfield to his vertical threats with touch on his passes. Zip on throws over the middle. Layers throws over defenders at the second and third levels. Gets the ball out of his hands quickly with the ball coming out of his hands well.  Fluid runner that can pick up first downs when needed, but is definitely a passer first.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["992460"],"_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-69a32dd221a6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a sophomore the 6'2" quarterback had 22 touchdowns to only one interception along with recording 10 wins in a row.  Good athlete that has super strong arm strength along with solid touch.  Throws well on the run with accuracy. Impactful on designed runs.  Dual threat QB is one to watch in central Illinois.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1570779"],"_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-69a32dd221ac1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Glenbrook South 6'2" lefty signal caller that has a quick and concise release.  Throws well when rolling out of the pocket on the move.  Can step up when he needs to.  Layers the ball well along with the ability to put different types of velocity on his throws.  Always has his head up looking to make a throw when scrambling.  Will tuck it and take off only if he needs to. Like the accuracy and touch he brings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624116"],"_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-69a32dd221b0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Logan is a sophomore QB for Barrington that is a solid athlete.  Whips it downfield, is mobile with the ball in his hands, and has touch on the deep ball.  Throws well on the move getting out of the pocket. Accuracy on intermediate and deep routes on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1669906"],"_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-69a32dd221b5c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The 6'0" sophomore played a backup role to a veteran on a state title team.  He was 16/22 passing for 212 yards in limited attempts.  Mobile quarterback that is effective moving the pocket. Creative with the ball in his hands.  Zip on short and intermediate routes.  Makes quick and smart reads.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1687847"],"_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-69a32dd221ba7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Newkirk as a sophomore threw for 846 yards and 10 total touchdowns.  Good athlete with dual threat ability.  Impactful on designed runs along with moving well inside and out of the pocket to make throws. Quick sling shot release getting it out of his hands. Picks up yardage on the ground when the play breaks down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

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Ronald Smith Jr.

Ronald Smith Jr.

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QB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS QB
CLASS 2028
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2028
Height
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Weight
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HS
Morgan Park
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QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028
This past season Smith had 1,841 yards including 16 passing touchdowns and 4 rushing touchdowns.  Led his team...
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Noah Garcia

Noah Garcia

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QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 210
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CLASS 2028
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Noah
Garcia QB
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2028
Height
6'2"
Weight
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HS
Washington Community
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QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028
As a sophomore the 6’2″ quarterback had 22 touchdowns to only one interception along with recording 10 wins...
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Liam Kearney

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QB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 165
POS QB
CLASS 2028
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Liam
Kearney QB
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6'2"
Weight
165
HS
Glenbrook South
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QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028
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Tyler Logan

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QB
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WEIGHT 170
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Logan QB
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2028
Height
6'1"
Weight
170
HS
Barrington
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QBs Need to Be On Radar in 2028
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Myles Hill

Myles Hill

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WEIGHT 165
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Myles
Hill QB
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2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
165
HS
Fenwick
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Jaylen Newkirk

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2028
Height
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Weight
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Grayslake North
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