2027 Jefferson QB/ATH Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV has the kind of arm that immediately stands out when watching him throw. Holmes can drive the football with ease, pushing it outside the numbers and downfield without needing a perfect base to throw off of. The ball comes out with real velocity, and Holmes shows flashes of being able to challenge tight windows and stretch a defense vertically. Injuries slowed him down last season, but with a full opportunity ahead, Holmes has the tools and arm talent to take a big step and put it all together in his senior season.

2027 QB/ATH Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV is beginning to see significant action for Jefferson in the playoffs as he works his way back from an offseason injury. While he hasn’t yet fully displayed his full potential this season, Holmes has shown glimpses of the talent at multiple positions. Gaining experience in these postseason games should help him grow, and when given expanded opportunities, he has the tools to make a significant impact for the Cougars moving forward at a variety of spots.

2027 Jefferson QB/ATH Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV made a remarkable return from injury this season and made a big impact in the first round of the AAAA playoffs against Washington. He totaled over 200 yards and accounted for three total touchdowns—all in the first half. Holmes’ explosive first-half performance set the tone early, proving he’s fully back in form and capable of carrying Jefferson’s offense at quarterback when called upon.

The other quarterback at Jefferson’s disposal later in the year, as he works his way back from an injury this offseason, is 2027 QB/ATH Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV . He’s yet to fully show what he’s capable of as a player, but the adversity should eventually pay off for Holmes with some patience. He’ll be a better player for doing so in time, once his opportunity comes on a larger scale. Our belief in his ability is represented by his Top 25 ranking in the class, as Holmes has shown flashes of high-level ability in the past.

Another expected QB Top Performer was Jefferson’s Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV , who currently ranks as the #2 quarterback in the 2027 class. It was good to see his arm in person after seeing limited time as a passer during the first two years of his high school career. We expect to see a much bigger sample size of his arm talent this upcoming season after a transfer to Jefferson for his junior season, with an open vacancy at the QB1 spot for the Cougars. Holmes is a physically impressive athlete for his age with ATH potential to move around to a few different positions if needed. We believe he has quarterback upside as a thrower after seeing him at the Combine Series as one of the top quarterbacks in attendance.

Washington has one of the more promising quarterbacks in the 2027 class to this point who may have to wait his turn one more season but the future is bright for the young dual-threat. Holmes is a big and athletic quarterback whose patience may end up being a blessing for his future development and should be primed for a big junior year in 2025. Look for him to still see time this season with some special packages for him and spot duty at times with snaps on defense as well.

Here’s what we recently said about Holmes in our 2027 rankings Debut article:

“The top two quarterbacks in the 2027 class right now are really 1A and 1B depending on your personal preference. Washington QB  Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV  is the top dual-threat option at the quarterback position right now and is developing well as a passer. Holmes is a good athlete for the position with nice size for a young QB at 6’2 190 and has the athletic versatility to see snaps at other spots on both sides of the ball this season. He has legit playmaking ability as a runner who doesn’t shy away from contact with a great combination of speed and power. Holmes also has very good velocity on his throws and can develop into a lethal passer as well.”

The top two quarterbacks in the 2027 class right now are really 1A and 1B depending on your personal preference. Washington QB Braylon Holmes Braylon Holmes 6'2" | 205 lbs | ATH/QB Jefferson County | 2027 State WV is the top dual-threat option at the quarterback position right now and is developing well as a passer. Holmes is a good athlete for the position with nice size for a young QB at 6’2 190 and has the athletic versatility to see snaps at other spots on both sides of the ball this season. He has legit playmaking ability as a runner who doesn’t shy away from contact with a great combination of speed and power. Holmes also has very good velocity on his throws and can develop into a lethal passer as well.

He’ll split time with a senior transfer this season for the Patriots then should be their guy as a junior and senior with an exciting future for himself and the Washington program.