Next up is another Essex County prospect in QB/LB hybrid Nick Ward. Ward is the more stereotypical middle/high school QB, as many also play linebacker, and the reason for that is fairly simple: linebacker is often considered the quarterback of the defense. Ward showcases impressive field vision, able to quickly process plays and make decisions both on offense and defense. His ability to read the field from both sides of the ball gives him a unique advantage, as he anticipates plays with a heightened awareness that many quarterbacks his age lack. 

Next up is another Essex County prospect in QB/LB hybrid Nick Ward. Ward is the more stereotypical middle/high school QB, as many also play linebacker, and the reason for that is fairly simple: linebacker is often considered the quarterback of the defense. Ward showcases impressive field vision, able to quickly process plays and make decisions both on offense and defense. His ability to read the field from both sides of the ball gives him a unique advantage, as he anticipates plays with a heightened awareness that many quarterbacks his age lack.