Barring extraordinary measures, Preyear will hold his rightful place as the top 2028 QB in Alabama until he graduates, with respect to the rest of the class. Preyear is already committed to Alabama and is perhaps the most popular recruit in the state. Preyear is a prototype player from a size perspective with elite athleticism and a lightning-quick release. He has easy arm strength and is capable of ripping the ball into tight windows, with or without a clean base. Wow bomb throws over the top and into hole shots are littered as well.

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL is an elite level QB with a big arm, impressive athleticism, and an incredible resume two years into his career.

“At 6’5 230, Snipes already has impressive size and athleticism that he uses to dominate the line of scrimmage. Snipes explodes off the snap and plays with great leverage, quickness, and pursuit to create huge stops all over the field- it’s hard to believe he’s only a freshman.

Snipes has already proven to be a dominant run defender. He’s terrific at setting the edge and can fight off multiple blockers to get his hands on the ball carrier and create some impressive hustle plays all over the backfield.”

Preyear has taken command as the premier QB prospect in AL, and for good reason. Preyear is a big, athletic QB prospect with prototype traits. He uses his athleticism to get out on the run and evade pressure, but he is certainly capable of making plays in space as a runner. He has a quick, explosive release with the arm strength and confidence to seek out big plays down the field with his arm. His arm strength translates when he is on the move and off-platform. He can be reined in some more, but he has flashes of finesse and touch. Preyear is the best QB in the state, so he will have to receive natural consideration for the top spot.

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL is a talented passer out of Benjamin Russell who’s coming in as our #4 player in the state this update.

“Preyear has unreal arm talent and can place the ball anywhere on the field- he has a strong arm, can throw with a lot of touch and accuracy, and hits his targets perfectly in stride downfield. Preyear is also terrific at navigating the pocket- he’s elusive and doesn’t let pressure get to him, can extend plays and make throws on the run, and is great at avoiding sacks.

Another impressive part of Preyear’s game is his mobility- he can create huge plays with his legs. On tape, he frequently carved up defenses for big gains off of zone reads and just by scrambling, he’s a seriously dynamic QB who can truly beat you in every way.“

Preyear has picked up a lot of collegiate interest through his first two years as a starter.

I think he has a huge year ahead of him this upcoming fall. Be sure to watch out for him!

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL is a talented sophomore QB from Benjamin Russell who has seen his recruitment take off even more in the past week.

“Preyear has unreal arm talent and can place the ball anywhere on the field- he has a strong arm, can throw with a lot of touch and accuracy, and hits his targets perfectly in stride downfield. Preyear is also terrific at navigating the pocket- he’s elusive and doesn’t let pressure get to him, can extend plays and make throws on the run, and is great at avoiding sacks.

Another impressive part of Preyear’s game is his mobility- he can create huge plays with his legs. On tape, he frequently carved up defenses for big gains off of zone reads and just by scrambling, he’s a seriously dynamic QB who can truly beat you in every way.“

Preyear had a fantastic season, leading Benjamin Russell to a 12-2 record and recording 3,127 passing yards, 564 rushing yards, and 31 TDs on the year.

With how productive he’s been in his first two years, Preyear has already established himself as a P4 prospect. In the last week, he has received offers from Arizona and Florida, and with his talent, I won’t be surprised if we see him pick up more soon.

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL has emerged as a reliable leader for Benjamin Russell. He has thrown for 3,026 yards this season. Preyear has accounted for 34 touchdown passes. He shows patience in the pocket while allowing routes to develop. His arm strength allows him to attack the sidelines effectively. Preyear does a good job spreading the football to multiple targets. He maintains confidence even after mistakes. His growth has elevated Benjamin Russell’s offensive ceiling.

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL is one of the top 2028 QB recruits in the nation and this year he’s continued to show why.

“Preyear has unreal arm talent and can place the ball anywhere on the field- he has a strong arm, can throw with a lot of touch and accuracy, and hits his targets perfectly in stride downfield. Preyear is also terrific at navigating the pocket- he’s elusive and doesn’t let pressure get to him, can extend plays and make throws on the run, and is great at avoiding sacks.

Another impressive part of Preyear’s game is his mobility- he can create huge plays with his legs. On tape, he frequently carved up defenses for big gains off of zone reads and just by scrambling, he’s a seriously dynamic QB who can truly beat you in every way.“

Through 13 games, Preyear completed 161/257 passes for 2743 yards and 32 TDs through the air, with another 467 yards and 2 TDs on the ground.

I’ve become a huge fan of Preyear’s over this last year. It’s incredible to me that he’s only a sophomore; the things he shows on tape are so, so impressive to see. Preyear already led and won a state championship with Montgomery Catholic last season. It’ll be exciting to see how he performs tomorrow night!

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL threw the ball everywhere on the field this past week, further cementing himself as one of the top quarterbacks in the state.

“Preyear has unreal arm talent and can place the ball anywhere on the field- he has a strong arm, can throw with a lot of touch and accuracy, and hits his targets perfectly in stride downfield. Preyear is also terrific at navigating the pocket- he’s elusive and doesn’t let pressure get to him, can extend plays and make throws on the run, and is great at avoiding sacks.

Another impressive part of Preyear’s game is his mobility- he can create huge plays with his legs. On tape, he frequently carved up defenses for big gains off of zone reads and just by scrambling, he’s a seriously dynamic QB who can truly beat you in every way.“

Preyear was fantastic in his team’s 40-13 win over Hueytown, completing 16/22 passes for 375 yards and 2 TDs through the air.

Make sure you watch some of Preyear’s tape below, he’s a top QB in the 2028 class.

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL is the top QB in our 2028 Rankings, and has continued to find more success throughout his sophomore year.

“Preyear has unreal arm talent and can place the ball anywhere on the field- he has a strong arm, can throw with a lot of touch and accuracy, and hits his targets perfectly in stride downfield. Preyear is also terrific at navigating the pocket- he’s elusive and doesn’t let pressure get to him, can extend plays and make throws on the run, and is great at avoiding sacks.

Another impressive part of Preyear’s game is his mobility- he can create huge plays with his legs. On tape, he frequently carved up defenses for big gains off of zone reads and just by scrambling, he’s a seriously dynamic QB who can truly beat you in every way.“

In his team’s win over Charles Henderson, Preyear completed 9/10 passes for 153 yards and 4 TDs, with another 18 yards on the ground.

Preyear has continued to prove why he’s one of the top QB prospects in the state/country this season. Make sure you check out some of his film from this year:

Kingston Preyear Kingston Preyear 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Benjamin Russell | 2028 State AL delivered a true dual-threat performance against Spain Park, showcasing both his arm talent and running ability. The junior completed 19-of-30 passes for 249 yards and three touchdowns, demonstrating excellent timing and accuracy in the passing game. When the pocket collapsed, Preyear made defenses pay with his legs, adding 92 rushing yards on 15 carries to keep drives alive. His ability to extend plays and pick up key first downs gave Benjamin Russell’s offense a dynamic edge. Preyear’s calm demeanor under pressure and ability to hurt defenses in multiple ways make him one of the state’s most exciting young quarterbacks.