Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA is a young man I wrote about really before he got to rolling in the recruiting world and I just always knew he had that special “Thing” to him. Hughley has obviously proved that, and he has continued to grow each year as a starter. Last season I felt like we saw him grow into that mature and next level guy for sure showing that he is going to soon enough be a star as Clemson once he arrives at the college world. He really took over in big moments last season in the playoffs showing when his team needs him most. In the state championship game, he made certain plays needed for his team that was really a takeover type of moment. I believe with all of his growth and ability, he can have a historic season for the Red Elephants and in the state of Georgia.

Recruitment: Committed to Clemson

Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA remains one of the better quarterbacks in the nation, as he is fresh off a dominant performance at Buford for the Elite 11. He was the lone player from the state to be awarded an MVP ticket that will be punched with a spot in the finals. He is committed to Clemson for a reason, as he is one of the better players in the state when it comes to being able to move and his accuracy. He plays at Gainesville and has represented them in the best ways recently. He is set for one last season, which is likely to be the best one yet.

Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA has already established himself as one of the more productive returning quarterbacks in the state. Last season he threw for 2,543 yards and 22 touchdowns with just 2 interceptions, showcasing excellent accuracy, playmaking ability and a knack for sustaining drives. He’s also earned a four-star recruiting profile and brought serious attention from college programs.

Entering his senior year, Hughley isn’t just aiming to have a solid season — he’s projected to lead Gainesville deep into the playoffs and potentially challenge for a state title. His combination of arm talent, pocket feel, and experience makes him a legitimate quarterback prospect to watch, and he’ll look to cap off his high school career by cementing himself as one of the top signal-callers in Georgia history.

Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA is one of the top returning quarterbacks in all of the Peach State and the 4Star signal caller will look to cap off his rising senior season with nothing but great achievements. Hughley has an uncanny ability to stand in the pocket and remain poised while looking for his targets. When things get tight, he can escape and make things happen. He is a big-time talent in the state and really all over the Country. Do not be surprised of he has a record-breaking season in 2026.

Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA is a guy I have covered since he was an 8th grader and everything he has grown into over these years comes to no surprise to me. He had a fantastic season in 2025 and really showing up big in playoff games, Hughley really impressed in the big moments. He is going to have a major season and off-season in his senior campaign.

Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA is obviously a special talent in the 2027 class and the Clemson commit finished off his 2025 season strong. Hughley has the arm talent, the vision down field, IQ, mobility and legs to escape. He is an all-around talent as a signal caller, and I expect him to have a monster 2026 season. Keep an eye on the Clemson commit.

Man, let me tell you what Kharim Hughley Kharim Hughley 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB Gainesville | 2027 State GA did this season straight Sharpe-style! The Gainesville QB, already locked in with Clemson, carried that offense like a lion leading his pride, throwing for about 2,467 yards with 33 touchdowns and a 63 % completion rate, while chipping in 279 rushing yards and seven scores on the ground as a dual-threat weapon. He powered the Red Elephants to a 12-3 season and a spot in the state championship, where he accounted for all three Gainesville TDs tossing a 38-yard score and rumbling for two more — even though the title game didn’t go his way. That kid battled every snap and proved he’s one of the premier 2027 QBs in Georgia vocal, fearless, and flat-out talented.

Smaller, stouter QB prospect with impressive athletic metrics from track – 11.52 100M, 43′ 7.5” TJ (2025). (+) Clean, polished mechanics. Snappy hips, always gets back to a good base when operating the RPO game. Clean, quick delivery. Pinpoint accurate to the short and intermediate areas. Rhythm-based thrower with impressive timing. Plays “shortstop” well, making altered arm angle throws on the move. Bigger arm than you’d think for his size. Can attack each level. (-) A tick late to react to pressure. Forced some throws as you get further and further beyond the LOS.

Power Statement: Hughley is an athletic, smooth QB prospect with a stronger arm than he gets credit for. He is a true point guard-style QB who attacks each level of the field with drive and touch. Compensates for his size with elite operational skills. High floor.

Hughley is already one of the State’s premier throwers of the football. This spring Hughley made some tremendous throws, and he just continued to remind everyone around of the kind of quarterback he is and the kind of quarterback that the State will see once again.

An athletic quarterback who really shined for an outstanding Gainesville program last year as a sophomore, Hughley played beyond his years last fall as he showed impressive arm talent, mobility, and the ability to create big plays outside of the pocket. He makes good decisions with the football, accurately pushes the ball vertically, and knows what he’s doing in the pocket. He threw for an impressive 2,543 yards and 22 touchdowns with just two INTs while making plays with his legs when he needs too. He has an impressive offer list already and is now ranked as the No. 2 quarterback in the state in the latest Prep Redzone rankings.