John Marshall broke in a new quarterback in 2023 and experimented with two sophomores before Kayden Knapp Kayden Knapp 6'3" | 185 lbs | QB/ATH John Marshall | 2026 State WV eventually took the reins as the season went on. Knapp just wrapped up a very good basketball season for the Monarchs and is a quality overall athlete whose upside is very high. While he nor his team were happy with how last season went, Knapp flashed real potential behind center at times and showed he can develop into one of the better 2026 quarterbacks in the state. He has great early size at 6’3 185 and proved he has the athleticism to be a dual-threat QB. Knapp has a quick release with fluid mechanics from snap to throw. He showed flashes of operating well within the pocket and can make defenders miss inside of it or take off and run where he’s also dangerous. Knapp also showed the ability to make tough throws from a variety of angles and platforms with apparent arm strength that can stretch the field. He has experience operating under center and from the shotgun showing he can execute either. If Knapp continues taking the next steps in his development over the next two years, he can finish as one of the state’s best in the 2026 class.

Knapp is a highly intriguing quarterback thanks to his size and his arm talent. There is a lot to like about the Glen Dale native. He’s got an easy and fluid motion, his arm strength is very good with a nice zip on his ball and he shows good ball placement to all levels of the field. Good athlete who can make plays with his legs as well. Smooth and effortless mechanics as well. Throws the ball with anticipation and can fit the ball into some tight windows as well. Very impressive tape.

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