Chase Gieszler, the dynamic quarterback from Verrado, knows how to make plays under pressure. His agility and quickness make him seemingly impossible to bring down behind the line of scrimmage, always a threat to turn potential losses into gains. Gieszler’s composure and vision on the run are particularly impressive, maintaining accuracy even while going full speed toward the sideline. His ability to avoid sacks is complemented by his quick delivery, ensuring that he gets the ball out of his hands. The Verrado QB always seems composed under pressure, even when facing multiple free rushers. This speaks to his mental toughness and game awareness, and it only got better as the year went on. While he sometimes gets caught flat-footed going through progressions, his overall athleticism and playmaking ability make up for it. Gieszler’s tendency to keep his eyes downfield while maneuvering through potential tackles allows him to exploit openings in the defense.