Keisean Henderson
Keisean Henderson
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Alin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Keisean has been electric all season, putting up eye-popping numbers with 3,841 passing yards, 44 touchdowns, and only 6 interceptions. His consistency and command of the offense have made him one of the most dangerous playmakers in the state. He shows excellent pocket awareness, keeping his eyes downfield while navigating pressure, and delivers accurate strikes at every level of the field. What separates him is his calmness in big moments whether it’s a crucial third down or a tight game, he finds ways to make plays and elevate everyone around him. With his commitment to Houston, Keisean is bringing a proven winner’s mentality, next level arm talent, and a relentless drive that fits perfectly in the Cougars’ high-powered system.
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Read EvaluationCole Dobbins | Prep Redzone Scout
Surprise, surprise, the best player in the state balled out yet again this week. Henderson put together one of the best stat lines in recent memory on Friday night, compiling over 650 total yards and 6 total touchdowns. Going 30-38 through the air and rushing for 166 on just 6 carries, QB1 was basically perfect. The Houston Cougars cannot wait for Henderson to arrive on campus.
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Read EvaluationAlin Edouard | Prep Redzone Scout
Keisean had a huge night at quarterback, rushing for a 100-yard touchdown while also finding the end zone through the air with a couple of passing touchdowns. His ability to make plays both on the ground and through the air kept the defense off balance all game. Keisean’s versatility and playmaking instincts made him a constant threat and a key reason his team was able to dominate on Friday night.
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Read EvaluationMichael Huntley | Prep Redzone Scout
Henderson was our MVP on night one and was consistently good throughout the entire event. He makes difficult throws look easy and the ball jumps out of his hand. His compact release gets the ball out quickly and was comfortable with any throw he was asked to make.
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Read EvaluationMichael Huntley | Prep Redzone Scout
Henderson stood out early in the day with the livest arm of the group in the early drills. His release is compact and quick and the ball jumps out of his hand. He had some impressive deep throws early and looked comfortable with all the footwork. Henderson was accurate while rolling out and was putting the ball right on the receivers throughout the night.
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Read EvaluationHerman Thomas | Prep Redzone Scout
Henderson is a special talent of the football field. His abilities in and out of the pocket is top tier, and because of that he is a top player nationally in the class. Henderson stands tall in the pocket at 6’4 and delivers dots with pressure in his face. He stays composed, steps up, and has the arm talent to throw at every level. His level of play as a sophomore was jaw-dropping and the scary part is that he is only going to get better. The U of H commit is must-watch and he will be a top name for the seasons to follow.
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Read EvaluationMarcus Henry | Prep Redzone Scout
Keisean is a dynamic playmaker, recognized as one of the top dual-threat quarterbacks in the class of 2026 in Texas. His versatility extends beyond the quarterback position, as he possesses the athletic ability to excel as a wide receiver and a dominant force on the defensive side of the ball.
Henderson’s ability to thrive as a dual-threat quarterback showcases his exceptional athleticism, high level decision-making skills and playmaking ability. His proficiency in both passing and running the football makes him a versatile threat on offense, capable of keeping defenses off balance with his dynamic skill set.
In addition to his ability to dominate at quarterback, Henderson’s athleticism and natural talent enable him to dominate as a wide receiver. His speed, agility, and ability to create separation make him a formidable weapon in the passing game, capable of making big plays downfield and in the open field.
Henderson’s defensive prowess takes his game to another level. Utilizing his length, cover skills, and athleticism, he becomes an elite defender capable of shutting down opposing passing attacks. His ability to read routes, break on the ball, and make plays in coverage highlights his versatility and football intelligence on the defensive side of the ball.
With his diverse skill set and ability to excel in multiple positions, Henderson has the potential to be playmaker wherever he lines up. Whether he continues to shine as a dual-threat quarterback or transitions to a different position, his athleticism, versatility and playmaking ability make him a sought-after prospect for college recruiters and coaches. He has been one of the hottest recruits in Texas in the month of February, picking up offers from Texas, Oklahoma, Baylor and Michigan.
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Read EvaluationAvery Hawkins | Prep Redzone Scout
Out of all the people that attended the camp, this guy didn’t disappoint the most. He showcased a variety of skills: playing QB, WR, and DB. To be honest, Keisean is capable of playing anything on the football field. If he was needed to kick, he would excel at that as well. Henderson throws a good ball, plus has the proper footwork and arm strength it takes to play on the FBS level. He has tremendous body control, speed, and ball skills that are also compatible for the WR position on the D1 FBS level. His size and physicality displayed lead me to believe he could also play DB on the next level. The top-tier recruit picked up Power 5 offers from Pitt & Penn State last week.
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Read EvaluationAvery Hawkins | Prep Redzone Scout
I’m really excited to see the relocated Pittsburgh native and current Texas prospect, Keisean Henderson, up close. He’s a top-tier 6’3 athlete who’s already a two-time state champion. Henderson has been training hard with popular speed and agility trainer Dwayne Brown of the 2Tenths Foundation this summer. He will be transitioning to QB1 this season, and I’m sure he will be impressive. Henderson is a prospect with body control and fluidity as an athlete. He runs sharp routes and excels at Mossing DBs at the catch point. His speed and quickness allow him to gain YAC following his receptions regularly. His ball skills, plus his big frame, make him a top-priority recruit in the 2026 class. Athletes like Keisean always amaze me with their versatility across the board. He displayed a strong arm and crisp QB mechanics and footwork on 2 clips on his film. He’s showed a lot of physicality, breaking tackles at the WR position and even tackling on the goal line at DB. No surprise that he just received a scholarship today from power 5 University of Pittsburgh in the ACC. The blue-chip prospect already has several D1 scholarship offers from programs such as Colorado, Oregon, TCU, Arizona State, Texas A&M, Washington State, Nebraska, Houston, Kansas, UNLV, SMU, Tulane, Texas Southern, Grambling, UTSA, and Texas State.
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