Silva emerged as the most productive QB in the 2028 class throughout the 2024 season finishing with 2,456 yards and 29 touchdowns. A natural at the position, he brings a balanced, dual-threat skillset that is difficult to defend. Advanced poise for his age, showing smooth and efficient movement in the pocket and the awareness to sidestep pressure or take off when lanes open up. As a runner, he’s dangerous in space adding a valuable dimension to any offensive scheme. Strong processing ability, he has a clear understanding of timing and anticipation, often reading defender’s leverage to open up throwing windows and deliver the ball on schedule. Like his ability to sense pressure, adjust his platform, and still make accurate throws downfield. High football IQ and consistent decision maker showing a command of the offense knowing when to get the ball out and when to tuck it and run. Threw only five interceptions on 235 attempts as a freshmen. High level playmaker that will continue to elevate his game and progress entering his sophomore year.

Silva led the 2028 class in passing throwing for 2,456 yards and 29 touchdowns while completing 63%. The position comes naturally to him with a versatile skillset to be a threat as a passer and a ball carrier. He’s a savvy athlete that is smooth with his movement as he maneuvers the pocket to escape the rush or takes off as a runner. An instinctual player that can anticipate defenders reactions to establish a throwing lane and get the ball out on time to his receivers. Like his ability to feel pressure, move his feet, and then reset to deliver an accurate ball. Can sit back in the pocket and attack a defense at all three levels or tuck it and use his speed to pick up chunk yardage on the ground, rushed for 600 yards and 12 touchdowns. He’s a competitor that already plays at high level with confidence.