Nate Dahle
Nate Dahle
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Andy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle has done a good job of keeping the offense in rhythm and staying ahead of the chains. He knows when to stress a defense and when to operate within the structure of the offense. He has a good delivery, and he knows where to go with the ball and stays away from questionable throws. He’s done a terrific job of using his legs more this year and being a viable runner; he’s always had good pocket navigation, but now he’s using that and will take off and run for chunk yards. The offense is high-powered, and that is due to Nate having full understanding of not only the system, but the personnel.
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Read EvaluationAndy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is an exciting signal caller and he’s using his legs more this year to keep defenses off balanced and forcing the opposing backers to stay put. As a passer, he has great ball placement, showcases the ability to lead his receivers open and will layer his throws. He’s set up with a stout offensive line and key players to distribute to. The offense is dictated by his processing, which is great. He’ll have the Ridgeline offense humming.
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Read EvaluationAndy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle will look to continue to build on his successful season open by continuing to stress defenses as he dots the entire field. He is a quick processor and that’ll come in handy as Park City has some good edge rushers. Dahle has good ball placement and will look to dice up the Park City secondary.
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Read EvaluationAndy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is an exceptional passer and quick processor. He has a compact delivery, gets to his second and third reads, and throws his receivers open. He has good ball placement, is an accurate passer, and is someone who has good arm talent. He is primed for a huge final season and has the ability to get 3,600 all-purpose yards and 36 touchdowns.
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Read EvaluationAndy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
During the 7’s event, Dahle showed great command and slung it all over the field. He had good ball placement, took shots at the right time and displayed a good arm throughout the day. It was an excellent showing for him on the day.
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Read EvaluationLawrence Sanft | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is a hidden gem in the 4A class that got to perform in front of college coaches at the showcase. Dahle has a fast wind-up delivery that gives the ball a tight spiral with speed. Can make all the necessary throws. Velocity on tight windows. Ball placements on all three levels and good footwork on drop backs. A dual threat type QB that continues to fly under the radar in the state.
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Read EvaluationAndy Pham | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle brings good measurables to the table and can add additional weight with relative ease to his frame. He could tip the scales north of 190lbs when it’s all said and done. Dahle is a lefty that is a quick processor with compact throwing mechanics. He easily pinpoints the ball between defenders and has good zip. Dahle has excellent pocket presence and maneuvers the pocket well to escape and evade pressure. He throws in stride and is great at timing and being a rhythm passer. He does a good job at layering his throws and knows when to put the touch on his throws to fit into tight windows. Dahle is a tough player to bring down and knows how to escape pressure. He looks to pass first but will pick up yards on the ground as needed. He brings an underrated ability as a runner in the RPO system. If a defender crashes down the line, he isn’t afraid to keep it himself and pick up valuable yards. When scrambling in the pocket, he keeps his head up to look for an open receiver, his added toughness allows him to break loose from arm tacklers. He was a more confident runner in 2024 and with a full offseason, could develop into a willing rusher to create even more chaos on opposing defenders.
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Read EvaluationLawrence Sanft | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is a three year starter and one of our highly ranked quarterback prospect in the 2026 class. His slow wind up delivery that gives the ball a tight spiral with speed was able to showcase the arm strength and accuracy on touch, power and rip throws were able to hit his targets. Chosen by the coaches to earn the MVP awards for the QBs. Dahle’s performance at the showcase has caused his stock to rise. An under the radar prospect that has Utah State as the only program that has shown high interest.
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Read EvaluationLawrence Sanft | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is an athletic lefty and a top ranked prospect in our 2026 class. Has a fast wind up delivery that gives a tight spiral with speed. Arm strength to deliver the deep pass. Accuracy to hit his targets and mobility to move around the pocket, scramble and throw on the run. Posie to stay in the pocket and deliver the pass. Dahle has been a productive starter for the Riverhawks since he was a freshman and has high interest from Utah State.
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Read EvaluationLawrence Sanft | Prep Redzone Scout
Dahle is a 3 year starter that has improved every year and a All State performer. The left handed prospect has a fast wind up delivery that gives a tight spiral with speed. Arm strength to deliver the deep pass and hit the sideline. Accuracy on touch and power throws. Anticipation to throw receivers open and doesn’t force passes. Still flying under the radar, Dahle continues to show he’s one of the top QBs in his 2026 class.
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