Gardner measures in at 5’11 195-pounds. The QB went 186/296 for 1991 yards, 62.8% completion, 15 TDs, 11 INT, 60 carries for 210 yards with 6 touchdowns. Gardner has good athletic ability due to good acceleration, speed, and change of direction. Good throw power with very good release. Gardner has good pocket presence. He uses his shifty feet to maneuver around pressure keeping his eyes downfield to find the open man. If no one’s open, he’ll use his scramble ability to get the first down. Gardner has good progression speed as well and maintains good accuracy as well. I’m very excited to see how he does his senior year!

Gardner is one of the more efficient passers entering Round 1, completing 65% of his throws for 1,777 yards and 14 touchdowns. He’s also added 184 rushing yards and six scores, giving defenses plenty to account for. Gardner reads the field quickly and doesn’t hesitate to take what the defense gives him, a skill that will be critical against a strong secondary. Turnover control remains a focus after nine interceptions, but when he’s on point, Gardner’s timing and accuracy make him difficult to stop. Expect him to use quick decisions and creativity to keep drives alive and maintain offensive rhythm.

Gardner completed nearly 65% of his passes last season, but his 14 touchdown to 12 interception ratio leave area for improvement for him. However, he has the tools to turn things around and emerge as a rising prospect. A dual threat quarterback, Gardner possesses an explosive playmaking ability both through the air and on the ground, adding nearly 200 rushing yards and two touchdowns. His arm talent is next level, excelling in intermediate to deep throws while demonstrating the ability to fit passes into tight windows. With a breakout season on the horizon, Gardner is a name to watch as he looks to make a statement.

Measuring in at 5’11 175-pounds, Gardner went 159/246 for 1820 yards with a 64.6% completion rate, with 14 TDs and 12 INT, 61 carries for 198 yards and 2 touchdowns. Gardner has good throw power. Very good flick of the wrist release. He has very good accuracy at all 3 levels. High arch on deep balls. When Gardner rolls out of the pocket, either left or right, he has very good accuracy on the run. He has fluid and quick hips. Good off-script throwing. He has very good mental processing. He stands tall under pressure, launching the ball with defenders in his face. He goes through his progressions finding the open man. If no one’s open, he’ll scramble for a first down. Good athletic ability due to good acceleration, speed, and balance. He fights through would-be sacks and turns them into positive yards. Gardner has showed up to our events, and brought the same energy from the field to the showcase. He’s accurate, decisive, and brings high energy to the field. I can’t wait to see him play more next year!

Gardner plays with a maturity that belies his age. The sophomore sensation completed 159/246 passes for 1,820 yards and 14 touchdowns, boasting an impressive 64% completion rate. His ability to remain calm in the pocket and make precise throws has been pivotal for Legacy. Gardner isn’t just a pocket passer—he added 198 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 61 carries, showing his ability to move the chains with his legs. With two more seasons ahead of him, Gardner is a rising star destined for greatness.

Gardner caught my eye during the 40-yard dash. He has very good acceleration and speed. Even though it was a 40-yard, he showed very good burst of acceleration needed to excel in game time. Gardner has a cannon for an arm, launching it to the receiver downfield. It didn’t matter if they were covered up by the DB, he was still throwing it in tight windows and succeeding. Very good release. Quick and snappy. He’s a dual threat option, able to pick the defense off with his legs. I’m very excited to see how Gardner does next year for Legacy.