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Rising Class of 2028 Quarterbacks in Orange County

Rising Class of 2028 Quarterbacks in Orange County
Photo: Jeff Antenore The Orange County Register
Michael Huntley
Michael Huntley March 4, 2026 @ 11:20 PM
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The arm strength could improve but he is very accurate on the intermediate and short throws. Anderson can make quick reads and while he's not a dual threat guy, he's a better athlete on film than his rushing numbers suggest. 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Carter Anderson

Carter Anderson

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 185
POS QB
CLASS 2028

Carter Anderson

School: Dana Hills
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Dean Northam

Dean Northam

HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 155
POS QB
CLASS 2028

Dean Northam

School: Ocean View
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Hudson Shaddow

Hudson Shaddow

HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 175
POS QB
CLASS 2028

Hudson Shaddow

School: El Dorado
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Jaxson Vanderbeek

Jaxson Vanderbeek

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 175
POS QB
CLASS 2028

Jaxson Vanderbeek

School: Laguna Hills
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