Top Quarterbacks
Class of 2027 -- ranked by measurables, physical ceiling, and recruiting validation
Led all of Colorado in total yards (3,778) and passing yards (3,314) with a 44 TD / 8 INT ratio against 5A competition — the production is elite and the 6'3" 200 lb frame is prototypical. Self-corrected his throwing mechanics to add spin rate and velocity, which speaks to rare football IQ and coachability. The CSU offer validates what the tape shows: this is a legitimate scholarship quarterback.
Overshadowed in youth football by Cash Williams. Then overshadowed by Austyn M for his first two years of high school. No longer. Marquise Reese is a 6'3", 200-lb junior quarterback with elite state-level production, a full-field arm, legitimate dual-threat ability, and a documented mechanical evolution that has accelerated his development curve dramatically. His willingness to self-correct, the year-over-year progression in his reads and spin rate, and his 44 TD / 8 INT ratio against Colorado 5A competition project a passer who has not yet reached his ceiling. Verified testing data would strengthen his profile, and continued refinement of his decision-making under top-level pressure will determine his ultimate ceiling, but the combination of size, arm talent, football IQ, and competitive temperament makes him a legitimate scholarship-level quarterback prospect.
Parents Laura and Charles Reese. Older brother CJ Reese played WR at Lindenwood University.
The best pure arm talent in the state — 56 mph velocity, 14.9 RPS spin rate, and a verified 70-yard max throw are college-level metrics right now. The CHSAA eligibility saga and fragmented stats are frustrating, but the physical tools, elite external rotation, and ability to manipulate defenders with his eyes make him the most projectable passer in this class. Any program comfortable with his rotational mechanics should be all over this kid.
Probably the most bizzare storyline of any QB we have ever covered. Jackson Craig is a pure arm-talent prospect whose elite measurables — 56 mph velocity, 14.9 RPS spin rate, 70-yard arm distance — grade out at the college level right now from a physical standpoint. Routinely makes throws that are physically impossible for most people and uses it effectively to manipulate defenses. The CHSAA move ineligibility killed his verbal offers and limited game film his junior year. Starting this year for a 3A school with questionable surrounding talent make this a projection-heavy evaluation; what's on film is a rotational freak with a fast release, fast reads, and the ability to make every throw on the field from multiple arm angles. Seems to enjoy playing mind games with safeties and linebackers. We may never get to see his full capabilities in high school football but the physical ceiling and competitive temperament are legitimate, and any staff comfortable with an unconventional release should be jumping on him sooner rather than later. Consistently walks into camps unknown and walks out as a prospect. Absolutely the best pure passer we have seen in 10 years covering high school football - if you are ok with a new rotational style thrower.
Parents Jesse and Lauren Craig. Father: former football offensive coordinator. Mother: professional dancer. Great Uncle: NHL Hall of Famer Joe Primeau. Cousin: NHL player Keith Primeau.
One of the most naturally talented passers in the state — 10.2 RPS spin rate, 66.8% career completion rate over 494 attempts, and a 5.8:1 TD-to-INT ratio as a junior are all elite. The concern is real: he's 5'9"-5'10" and tends to abandon clean pockets, which limits his projection to spread/RPO systems. But the arm talent and accuracy override the size questions enough to make him a strong FCS/low-end FBS prospect.
Ellison is one of the more productive and naturally talented quarterbacks in Colorado's 2027 class his arm strength, spin rate, and off-platform throwing ability are legitimate tools that translate. The concern is whether his pocket discipline and frame will allow him to run a structured offense at the next level, or whether he'll need a system that embraces his improvisational style. Best fit is a spread or RPO-heavy program that can scheme around his mobility and arm talent while coaching more consistency in his pre-snap reads and pocket presence; verified measurables and continued mechanical refinement will be key to his projection. We enjoy watching him play; he's an exciting player that can make things happen. His size is no doubt an issue; his one verified measurement showed 5'9 which limits his athletic size upside. Has excellent accuracy; pulled off a last second victory over then first place Jackson Craig and second place Cash Williams at CSU's Air Raid camp with a 30 yard crossbar throw.
Left-handed passer with a 6'3" 200 lb frame, a tight spiral, verified athleticism (4.7 forty, 4.5 shuttle), and a perfect 9 TD / 0 INT line on a 13-0 state finalist — the tools are tantalizing. The sample is tiny (43 attempts) and the footwork needs work, but prototypical size plus a lefty release plus zero turnovers on a championship team equals a prospect worth serious senior-year monitoring.
Gabler is a high-upside, developmental quarterback prospect with a prototypical 6'3", 200-lb frame, a natural left-handed release with excellent spin, and legitimate dual-threat athleticism. The production in a small sample (72% completion, 9 TD, 0 INT on a 13-0 state finalist) confirms he can execute, but the film shows a passer who hasn't yet been asked to read full-field or operate under sustained varsity pressure — footwork, pocket mechanics, and progression reads all need significant refinement. This is a tools-and-ceiling projection: the right offensive system and QB coaching staff could develop him into a very effective read-option quarterback at the next level, but he is a multi-year developmental investment, not a plug-and-play starter.
Sister Lily Gabler runs track at Ralston Valley (class of 2027).
Best raw size in the class at 6'4.5" 210 lbs with a strong arm and the ability to operate outside the pocket. Produced 18 TDs in his first year as a full-time starter after transferring to Monarch, earning All-Conference honors in 4A. Processing speed and the 8 INTs need to clean up, but the frame, arm talent, and competitive makeup give him a legitimate developmental ceiling at the FCS level or higher.
Rizzello is a big, strong-armed quarterback with a projectable frame and legitimate downfield throwing ability, particularly when operating outside the pocket. His junior production (18 TD, 95.0 rating) and All-Conference selection in his first year as a full-time starter demonstrate real upside, but his development as a passer hinges on improving his processing speed through progressions, trusting intermediate throws over the middle, and cleaning up the 8-interception total. If he can refine his pre-snap reads and ball placement during his senior season, he has the physical tools and competitive makeup to be a productive college quarterback.
Three-year varsity starter at 6'4" with 5,270 career passing yards, 57 TDs, and improving accuracy (66.5% as a junior) — the production track record is deep and the frame is ideal. The 160 lb weight is the biggest red flag in this class, and 2A competition limits the evaluation, but his three-phase versatility (QB/CB/P) and multi-sport athleticism suggest a high-floor developmental prospect whose body will eventually catch up to his football IQ.
Jacob Dunning is a high-upside developmental quarterback with elite height (6'4"), a three-year track record of productive passing (5,270 career yards, 57 TD, 62.2% completion rate), and rare three-phase versatility that confirms football IQ and competitive toughness. He has been successful in all 3 phases of the game - a demand primarily based on being at a small school but in this case it works out to his advantage. He can deliver a ball accurately and has more experience than most QBs. His primary downside is on film he appears to be confused by more complex defenses. The small school defenses tend to be fairly basic which has worked in his favor but he may struggle against college level defenses that involve more complex coverages. His worst games have been against good zone defenses but this could be a function of lack of coaching on the subject rather than lack of understanding. His length and ball skills also leave the door open for a potential move to tight end, wide receiver, or safety depending on how his body fills out.
A 6'4" 180 lb athlete with a laser-timed 4.42 forty is a unicorn measurable profile regardless of position. He's more WR than QB at this point (15 rec, 218 yds, 1 TD as a junior), but his frame-speed combination at a 5A program is rare enough that D1 programs should be tracking him closely. Needs weight and a defined senior-year role, but the physical ceiling is enormous.
JayAnthony Green is a high-upside, under-the-radar 2027 ATH prospect with elite measurables (6'4", 180, reported 4.42 laser) and two-sport versatility at a Colorado 5A program that made the second round of the 2025 playoffs. His frame, speed, and basketball athleticism project well to WR at the next level, but his football production is still developing — he was a complementary piece on a run-heavy Eaglecrest offense as a junior. With a strong senior season, weight room development, and camp exposure, Green has mid-major to Group of 5 ceiling with potential to push higher if production matches his physical tools.
The most efficient passer in the class by TD-to-INT ratio — 18 TD / 3 INT (6:1) with a 61.1% completion rate and a mechanically polished, compact release. At 6'2" 195 lbs he has functional size, and scouts praise his anticipatory ball placement and pocket discipline. Needs athletic testing and stronger competition to validate the profile, but the processing and accuracy are advanced for a junior.
Anacleto is a process-oriented, mechanically sound pocket passer with legitimate size, an advanced TD-to-INT ratio, and the kind of anticipatory ball placement that is difficult to teach. His film demonstrates consistent pocket discipline, a clean release, and the ability to layer throws at multiple levels of the field. The key developmental priorities are adding functional weight to his projectable frame and validating his efficiency against more athletic competition — but the baseline tools, decision-making, and production profile warrant serious evaluation heading into his senior season.
State champion quarterback at 6'2" 205 lbs who produced 26 passing TDs and 7 rushing TDs (7.6 YPC) while leading Pomona to the 3A title. The sophomore-to-junior leap was dramatic, and his frame and dual-threat ability give him a projectable profile. The 9 INTs after throwing 0 as a sophomore and the 3A competition level are valid concerns, but the championship pedigree and physical maturity are real.
Ingersoll is a physically mature, productive dual-threat quarterback who led his team to a 3A state title as a junior and showed dramatic statistical improvement from his sophomore year. His 6'2", 205-lb frame, clean mechanics in rhythm, and ability to create with his legs give him a solid foundation, but verified athletic testing and senior film against stiffer competition will be critical in determining his ceiling. Projects as a developmental quarterback at the FCS level with the frame, production, and competitive track record to warrant close evaluation heading into his senior season.
A 6'4" 200 lb left-handed QB sitting behind back-to-back state champions at Cherry Creek — the varsity stats (5/8, 31 yards) tell you nothing about his ability. The frame, program pedigree, and captain-as-a-sophomore leadership are all intriguing. His senior year IS his evaluation; if he wins the Cherry Creek starting job, he could rocket up boards. Pure projection, but the physical tools and development environment are elite.
Eric Jackson is a high-upside, projection-based quarterback prospect whose 6'4", 200-lb left-handed frame and elite program background are his primary calling cards — the on-field résumé at the varsity level is essentially nonexistent at this point. His senior season will be the definitive evaluation window: if he wins the Cherry Creek starting job and produces against Colorado 5A competition, his physical tools, left-handed release, and leadership profile could make him a legitimate developmental prospect at the FCS level or as a preferred walk-on candidate. Until meaningful varsity film and production are available, evaluation remains speculative, and coaches should monitor early-season tape closely.
At 6'4" 215 lbs with a reported 4.5 forty and multi-sport athleticism, Walden has the most NFL-body measurables of any player in this class. The QB stats are ugly (4 TD / 5 INT, 56.3% comp), and the PRZ assessment suggests his best college path is tight end — but that size-speed profile on a frame that can carry 235+ is exactly what TE coaches recruit. Worth a look as a position-change prospect with elite physical upside.
Walden is a multi-sport athlete with a 6'4" 215 frame, a reported 4.5 forty, and a 4.0 GPA. He has played QB and carried the ball for Pine Creek, but he does not project as either a college quarterback or a college running back. He runs too high and lacks the position-specific skills to be a featured player at either spot at the next level. Projection: Tight end. The size-speed-athleticism combination is real and the frame can carry 235+. A college TE coach who gets him for four years in a weight room with proper technique development has a potential starter. As an RB recruit, he does not belong in this conversation.
Projectable 6'3" frame with a live arm and legitimate dual-threat ability (27 total TDs on a 10-3 Erie team in 5A). Scout evaluations praise his throw power, touch, and ball placement — the tools are there. The 51.5% completion rate is the issue; he needs a significant accuracy jump as a senior to convert the physical profile into offers. Could be a late-bloomer with a strong senior campaign.
Jack Arnold is a projectable 2027 quarterback with legitimate size (6'3"), a live arm, and dual-threat upside who produced 27 total touchdowns as a first-year starter on a 10-3 Class 5A team. The arm talent, ball placement, and pocket poise are all encouraging, but the thin frame and 51.5% completion rate are areas that must show measurable improvement heading into his senior season. He profiles as a developmental prospect with physical tools worth monitoring — a strong senior year with improved efficiency and 15-20 added pounds could significantly elevate his projection.
37 total TDs (22 passing, 15 rushing) with 976 rushing yards as a first-year starting QB earning league MVP — the dual-threat production is explosive and the RB background translates to physicality between the tackles. At 5'11" 185 lbs with no offers, his QB ceiling is capped, but the 120.4 passer rating and 5.0 YPC rushing make him a productive college player in the right system at the FCS/D2 level.
Grady Feeney is a productive dual-threat QB in Colorado's 4A classification who put up impressive counting stats (2,677 total yards, 37 TDs) as a first-year starting quarterback. His physical, downhill running style and league MVP recognition are encouraging, but his 5'11" frame, lack of verified athletic testing, zero D1 offers, and limited exposure against elite competition place his realistic ceiling at the FCS or strong D2 level. A strong senior camp circuit with verified measurables could change his trajectory significantly.
The sophomore-to-junior TD:INT correction from 10:13 to 23:7 is one of the most dramatic development stories in this class — that kind of cognitive leap is real and earned. His 7.3 YPC rushing adds a genuine dual-threat dimension. The 5'10" 170 lb frame is limiting, but the trajectory and athleticism make him an intriguing FCS prospect if the senior year confirms the breakout.
Riley Wilson is a high-upside dual-threat quarterback whose sophomore-to-junior statistical leap — particularly the TD:INT correction from 10:13 to 23:7 — signals real cognitive and mechanical development, not just a system bump. His arm talent, play-extending ability, and 7.3 YPC rushing production give him a legitimate dual-threat profile, though his 5'10" 170 lb frame will require a dedicated strength program to project at the college level. If his senior season confirms the junior-year trajectory against quality competition, he profiles as an FCS or developmental lower-FBS quarterback with the athletic tools and leadership traits coaches want in the room.
Converted RB who threw 10 TD / 2 INT with a 125.8 rating in his first year at QB while also rushing at 8.1 YPC — the dual-threat tools are obvious and the 6'1" 200 lb frame with 1,000-lb club strength is college-ready. The small sample (52 attempts) means his senior year is make-or-break, but the physical profile and RB-to-QB trajectory are unique and worth monitoring.
Elmore is a physically mature, dual-threat QB with a legitimate RB background that gives him rare running ability at the position — 6'1"/200 lbs, 1,000-lb club, 8.1 YPC, and the willingness to finish through contact. His first-year passing numbers (10 TD/2 INT, 125.8 passer rating) and encouraging arm mechanics suggest real upside, but the small sample size and sub-58% completion rate make his senior season the critical evaluation window. If he improves his accuracy, demonstrates full-field progressions, and produces against 4A-level competition, he has the physical tools and football intelligence to develop into a productive college quarterback in a run-heavy or RPO system.
At 6'4" 190 lbs with dual-threat ability (1,901 total yards, 20 TDs) and elite multi-sport credentials (baseball All-State), the physical upside is significant. But the 1:1 TD-to-INT ratio and 52% completion rate are major red flags. His best college path may be as a DE/OLB given his frame and defensive production (45 tackles, 2 sacks), but the raw QB tools warrant one more year of evaluation.
Memphis Dempcy is a physically intriguing 6'4" 190-lb multi-sport athlete with a projectable frame and legitimate dual-threat ability at QB, but he is very early in his recruiting trajectory. His junior season showed flashes of high-ceiling athleticism (1,901 total yards, 20 TDs) but also significant rawness (52% completion, 11 INTs). Playing 2A football in rural Colorado means he needs camp exposure and verified testing data to generate any D1 interest. His best college path may ultimately be as a defensive end/OLB given his size, athleticism, and defensive production, though continued development as a passer could open QB opportunities at the FCS level.
Tatym Dempcy plays varsity girls basketball at Sterling High School -- posted a double-double (13 points, 16 rebounds) vs Platte Valley in Feb 2025, suggesting an athletic family.
Verified athleticism (4.72 forty, 33.6" vert, 350 squat) plus 6'2" 190 lb frame plus 4 INTs in 5 games at safety — the two-way tools are real. The completion percentage dropping from 71% to 49% is concerning, but the late start to football and rapid improvement curve suggest untapped ceiling. A strong senior campaign could generate FCS buzz at QB or as a safety/ATH recruit.
Cash Lacy is an intriguing developmental QB/ATH prospect with legitimate size (6'2", 190), verified athleticism (4.72-4.78 forty, 33.6" vert, 350 squat), and exciting two-way ability. His late start to football, sub-50% completion rate as a junior, and lack of recruiting attention place him firmly in the FCS/D2 projection range currently, but his physical tools, basketball background, and rapid improvement trajectory give him a meaningful ceiling if he can tighten his accuracy and mechanics during his senior campaign. He profiles as a camp and combine standout who could earn lower-level D1 looks with a strong summer and senior season.
Sophomore who put up 2,511 total yards and 24 TDs with a 63.5% completion rate — the production is impressive for a 10th-grader, and the 5.9 YPC rushing confirms dual-threat ability. At 5'10" 175 on a 1-9 team in 4A, the frame and competition level are concerns, but he has two more years to grow into his tools. The 2028 class timeline gives him runway.
Noah Rosales is a productive dual-threat sophomore QB who put up eye-catching counting stats (2,511 total yards, 24 TDs) on a 1-9 team, demonstrating he can carry an offense. However, his undersized frame (5'10" 175), lack of verified athletic measurables, zero D1 offers, and production in a losing context on the Western Slope make him a long-term developmental prospect at best at this stage. He needs a strong camp circuit, continued physical growth, and improved turnover numbers to project as a legitimate D1 recruit.
11.7 YPC on 74 carries is an absurd rushing efficiency number from the QB position — this kid is an explosive athlete who generated 1,490 total yards and 23 TDs as a junior. No speed testing exists, which is the critical missing piece. If he runs a sub-4.6, he's a legitimate FCS dual-threat prospect. Needs camps immediately.
Treven Rick is a dynamic dual-threat athlete who primarily impacts the game as a rushing quarterback with elite yards-per-carry efficiency (11.7+ YPC across two seasons). While listed as a CB prospect, his defensive stats are negligible -- his true college projection is as an offensive athlete (QB or slot/ATH) who needs verified speed testing and camp exposure to validate his explosiveness. With no offers, no star rating, and limited recruiting visibility, Rick is a classic small-school sleeper who needs to attend camps and get timed before he can be seriously evaluated as a D1 prospect.
MaxPreps bio page for Falcon HS 23-24 shows a 'Brayden Rick' video from the same Falcon football program, suggesting a possible sibling or relative who also played football at Falcon. No further family athletic background confirmed.
At 6'2" with a compact release, the ability to look off safeties, and a 12:5 TD-to-INT ratio on a defending 4A state champion, Merilatt shows advanced processing for a junior. The scout praise for his anticipation and deep-ball accuracy is encouraging. Weight verification is needed (165 vs 195 reported), and the limited mobility caps his ceiling, but his football IQ and mechanics project to an efficient FCS pocket passer.
Merilatt is a process-oriented pocket passer with legitimate arm talent, a compact release, and the ability to layer throws 30+ yards downfield with accuracy. At 6'1"-6'2" with a frame that could project to 200+ lbs in college, he has functional size for the position and the football IQ to manage a balanced offense on a 4A state championship-caliber team. His 60% completion rate, 12:5 TD-to-INT ratio, and multiple scout evaluations praising his anticipation and ability to manipulate safeties suggest a quarterback who can run an offense efficiently and make the big throw when needed. Athletic testing and a full senior season of film will further clarify his projection.
72.2% completion rate, 130.8 passer rating, and 10.6 YPC rushing in 4 games before injury — the efficiency was elite in a tiny sample on a team that reached back-to-back state title games. The arm talent metrics (35.3 mph velocity, 593 rpm) from earlier testing are promising. Needs a full healthy senior season to validate what the limited tape shows. Classic injury-shortened WATCH LIST candidate.
Tinlin is a high-upside, undersized dual-threat QB with a live arm, quick release, and impressive efficiency in a limited sample. His 72.2% completion rate, 130.8 QB rating, and 10.6 YPC rushing show legitimate playmaking ability, but the 4-game sample size before injury and lack of any D1 offers or recruiting buzz are significant concerns. He projects best as a developmental FCS/D2 quarterback or a potential position-change candidate (safety/athlete) at the FBS level, with his senior season being a critical proving ground.
Three-year 5A varsity starter with elite acceleration, a cannon arm, and the Kyler Murray comp from scouts — the playmaking ability is undeniable on film. But at 5'11" with a career 56% completion rate and zero offers, the production hasn't matched the sizzle. His senior year at Mullen is the last chance to prove the arm talent translates to consistent accuracy at the next level.
Koa Dietrich is a dynamic, undersized dual-threat QB with legitimate arm talent, elite athleticism for his frame, and rare experience as a three-year varsity starter in Colorado 5A. His playmaking ability -- particularly off-script and on the move -- gives him a high floor as a FCS or low-end FBS prospect, but his height (5'10"-5'11") and inconsistent completion percentages will cap his ceiling at the D1 level unless he can dramatically improve his accuracy and decision-making during his senior year. With zero current offers, a strong senior campaign and productive camp circuit could earn him FCS attention or a preferred walk-on opportunity at an FBS program.
4,452 career total yards and 47 TDs through his junior year with legitimate 6.3 YPC rushing ability — the dual-threat production in 4A is strong. The improvement from 50.7% to 59.3% completion shows a development curve. At 5'11" 175 lbs with no offers, his ceiling is FCS/D2, but the athleticism and two-year starter experience give him a floor as a productive college player in the right system.
Matthews is a productive dual-threat QB with legitimate athleticism and improving passing numbers who has been a two-year varsity starter in Colorado 4A. His 4,452 career total yards and 47 total TDs through his junior year are impressive, but at 5'11" 175 with no verified elite testing numbers, he projects as an FCS or D2 prospect unless he shows significant senior-year growth — both physically and against top competition. His senior film and camp circuit this spring/summer will be critical to generating college interest.
4A All-State dual-threat with 2,254 total yards and 19 TDs — the 7.4 YPC rushing and 4.58 verified forty confirm real athleticism. The concern is the height (likely 5'9"-5'10" despite listed 5'11"), the tendency to scramble backward, and deep balls that are thrown up for grabs. Projects as a FCS dual-threat QB or potential position-change candidate.
Gebhardt is a productive dual-threat QB with legitimate athleticism (4.58 forty, two-sport varsity starter) and impressive weight room numbers for his frame. His junior stat line of 2,254 total yards and 19 TDs shows he can carry an offense. However, the self reported 5'11 is overstated. More likely sitting around at 5'9-5'10" 180 with no current offers and limited national exposure, he projects as a late-blooming FCS or D2 prospect. Height concerns are real. We also noticed a tendency to throw deep balls up for grabs. Luckily most of the time it was his receivers that came down with them but it's a habit he will need to break to be a viable college QB.
Scouts love his accuracy on the run and ball placement into tight windows — the poise and processing are advanced for his age. At 5'10" 170 with a 4.88 forty, the measurables limit him, but the All-State WR/CB recognition and 16 total TDs as a sophomore suggest a football player who will find a way to contribute. Needs a big junior season to generate interest.
Espinoza is a competitive, football-smart dual-threat QB who has earned consistent praise from regional scouts for his poise, accuracy on the run, and playmaking ability. However, his 5'10" 170 lb frame, 4.88 forty, and lack of elite measurables present significant barriers to D1 recruitment at quarterback. He projects best as a small-school or FCS watch-list candidate who will need a monster junior season with improved completion percentage and reduced turnovers to generate college interest -- his senior film and continued physical development will be critical.
Good size (6'2" 190) and elite multi-sport athleticism (baseball All-State as a sophomore) with 22 total TDs in his first year as a starting QB. But 39% completion rate and 8 INTs on 169 attempts are disqualifying numbers at the D1 level right now. The physical tools and competitive drive are there — he needs a massive accuracy jump as a senior to change the conversation.
Denahy is an intriguing multi-sport athlete with good size (6'2", ~190 lbs) and production at the 2A level, but his 39% completion rate and 8 interceptions as a junior are significant red flags for D1 projection. He competes in Colorado's smallest 11-man classification, making it very difficult to evaluate his arm talent and decision-making against quality opposition. At this stage, he profiles as a lower-level FCS or D2/D3 prospect who would need a dramatic jump in passing efficiency and verified athletic testing to generate D1 interest heading into his senior season.
67.8% completion rate is one of the best in this class, and co-Offensive POTY honors confirm his value to Pueblo County. The 4.8 GPA adds character value. But the 0-47 playoff blowout, 5'10" 176 lb frame, and 3A competition level create a hard ceiling. Projects as a D2/D3 QB or potential safety convert.
Brody Harrison is a smart, efficient, dual-threat quarterback who produced solid numbers as a junior in Colorado 3A football, earning co-Offensive Player of the Year honors from the Pueblo Star Journal. However, at 5'10" 176 lbs with no recruiting interest, no verified athletic testing, and a sharp drop-off in production against the best opponent he faced (0-47 playoff loss to Roosevelt), his D1 ceiling is extremely limited. He profiles as a potential FCS or D2/D3 prospect who could grow into a small-school starter if he continues to develop physically and attends camps to get verified measurables in front of college coaches.
A pocket passer who can launch 75-yard TDs and showed a 23:7 TD-to-INT ratio at the 1A level. The arm talent is real. But negative rushing yards, 7 fumbles, and a 6'0" 175 lb frame at 1A competition make the D1 path extremely narrow. NAIA/D3 projection with D2 upside if he adds size and proves himself at camps against better competition.
Tenpas is a productive small-school pocket passer who put up quality numbers in Colorado 1A (120/229, 2,068 yds, 23 TD, 7 INT), but his lack of mobility (-26 rushing yards), undersized frame (6'0"/175), and 1A competition level create significant questions about his ceiling at the next level. He projects as a potential NAIA or D3 quarterback prospect who would need to add considerable size and prove himself against higher-level competition to garner D2 or FCS interest. His arm talent, accuracy, and football IQ give him a foundation to build on heading into his senior season.
Back-to-back deep playoff runs (25-2 as starter) and 15 rushing TDs on 7.6 YPC — this kid wins football games. The 124.6 passer rating is impressive, but only 48 pass attempts in a Double-Wing T make QB evaluation nearly impossible. At 5'11" 156 lbs with a 5.01 forty, the physical profile needs a total overhaul. Elite intangibles, but needs to be in a passing system to be evaluated.
Saunders is a tough, winning quarterback in a run-dominant system who has led Montrose to back-to-back deep 4A playoff runs (state title game as a sophomore, state semis as a junior). However, the extremely low passing volume (71 career attempts across 26 varsity games) makes it nearly impossible to project him as a college QB. At 5'11" 156 lbs with a 5.01 forty, his current physical profile is well below D1 QB thresholds. He profiles more realistically as a D2/D3 or NAIA dual-threat QB or potential position-change candidate (safety/athlete) if he adds significant weight. Strong intangibles, elite academics, and a proven winner, but needs a major physical transformation and exposure in a pass-heavier environment to generate college interest.
Live arm with deep-ball touch on a 9-2 team with a Western Colorado offer in hand. The poise and arm strength are legitimate 3A QB traits. But 53.3% completion, 5'11" 180 lbs, and near-zero rushing ability limit his projection. D2/NAIA starter ceiling with a chance to earn FCS looks if accuracy improves significantly.
Blakey is a pocket-first quarterback with a live arm and impressive poise who led a strong Colorado 3A program to a 9-2 record and playoff berth as a junior. His physical profile (5'11", 180 lbs) and competition level limit his D1 ceiling, but his arm strength, deep-ball touch, and composure under duress are legitimate traits. He projects as a DII/NAIA starter with potential to earn small-school D1 looks (FCS) if he improves his completion percentage and continues to physically mature heading into his senior season.
The physical profile — 6'2" 215 lbs, 77" wingspan, 225 bench, 335 squat — is college-ready right now, and the 8.2 YPC rushing flashes dual-threat ability. But only 42 pass attempts through his junior year is an alarmingly small sample. He's a physical specimen who hasn't been asked to throw yet; the senior year will determine if there's a QB in there or if he's a TE/LB recruit.
Robert Trotter Jr. is a physically impressive dual-threat QB with a strong, filled-out frame (6'2", 215 lbs, 77" wingspan) and solid weight room numbers that suggest he can compete physically at the next level. However, his extremely limited varsity passing production (418 career yards through junior year, sub-50% completion rate) and lack of any recruiting service attention or D1 offers make him a developmental project best suited for DII, DIII, or NAIA programs. His senior year will be critical -- he needs to dramatically increase his passing volume, efficiency, and big-play production to generate FCS or lower-FBS interest.
Video-game rushing numbers (1,552 yards, 24 TDs, 9.9 YPC) with verified 11.37 100m speed make him one of the most electric athletes in the class. But passing efficiency regressed badly as a junior (48.4%, 7:6 TD:INT), and at 5'10" 165 lbs he's not a college QB. Projects as an FCS/D2 running back or slot receiver where his speed and vision can be weaponized.
Dolphka Lewis is a dynamic dual-threat athlete who dominates Colorado 3A football with his legs, posting video-game rushing numbers (1,552 yards, 24 TDs, 9.9 YPC as a junior) and verified track speed (11.40 100m). However, his passing regression as a junior, undersized frame, and 3A competition level create significant projection questions at the D1 QB position. His best college path likely involves a position conversion to RB or slot/ATH at the FCS or D2 level, where his speed, vision, and scoring ability could translate — but he needs camp exposure, added weight, and a strong senior passing season to generate D1 interest.
Quick release, good ball placement, and a 4.76 shuttle suggest real tools in the short area game. The improvement from 34% to 44% completion shows trajectory. But at 6'1" 180 with sub-45% accuracy at the 4A level, he's still far from FCS-ready. Needs 20+ lbs and a completion percentage north of 55% as a senior to generate interest.
Ballard is a developmental dual-threat QB prospect with intriguing athletic traits (4.76 shuttle, 34" vertical) and a much-improved junior season, but he remains undersized at 170-180 lbs and is completing just 44% of his passes at the 4A level. His quick release, ball placement, and multi-sport background suggest physical ceiling, but he'll need to add 20+ lbs, significantly improve his completion percentage, and perform well at senior camps to generate FCS or lower-tier FBS interest. Projects as a late-cycle FCS prospect with potential if his senior year production takes another leap.
20 TDs with only 6 INTs and solid pocket poise at the 4A level — the decision-making is ahead of the physical development. But at 5'10" 145 lbs, he is the most undersized QB in this class relative to his competition level. Needs 30-40 lbs of mass and verified athleticism before any college conversation can happen.
Rylan Hume is a pocket-passing QB with solid production as a junior (1,886 yards, 20 TDs, 6 INTs, 93.0 QBR) in Colorado 4A, showing poise, decision-making, and the ability to push the ball downfield. However, at 5'10" and just 145 lbs with no verified athletic testing and zero D1 offers, his physical profile is a major concern -- he needs significant physical development and camp exposure before earning FCS or D1 attention. His senior year will be critical for both filling out his frame and showcasing his arm at camps to generate recruiting interest.
Competitive two-way athlete with 2,170 total yards and solid defensive production (29 tackles). Scout evaluations praise his acceleration and arm talent. At 5'10" 170 in 1A with 53% completion, the D1 QB path is essentially closed — but his tackling style and ball skills could translate to a D2/D3 safety if he adds weight.
Sam Early is a competitive, athletic dual-threat QB with legitimate two-way ability who showed strong improvement from his sophomore to junior season. However, at 5'10" and 170 lbs playing in Colorado's smallest classification, he faces an uphill battle for D1 attention. His ceiling projects more toward D2/D3/NAIA quarterback or potentially a D2 safety/defensive back if he continues to develop physically -- his aggressive tackling style and ball skills on defense could translate to the next level better than his QB game given his size limitations.
Season-ending knee injury on a 7-0 team with only 15 pass attempts makes evaluation nearly impossible — the 87.5% completion in his opener and Broncos 7-on-7 title show flashes of accuracy and poise. At 5'10" 174 lbs with no verified athleticism, the medical clearance and a full healthy senior season are prerequisites before any real evaluation can happen. Classic injury WATCH LIST candidate.
Left-handed QB with good ball placement and quick release who has been the engine of Denver West's program turnaround. The scout praise for his pre-snap processing is encouraging. But 50% completion rate, 5'10" frame, and 2A competition against weak opponents make D1 projection extremely difficult. Best path forward is camps to prove the arm against better competition.
Ortiz is a tough, athletic dual-threat left-handed QB who has been the engine of Denver West's cultural turnaround from a historically struggling 2A program. His junior season showed real growth (1,597 total yards, 25 total TDs) and scouts praise his arm talent, ball placement, and scramble ability. However, at 5'10" with a 50% completion rate, no verified testing data, and playing in Colorado's smallest football classification against weak competition, his realistic ceiling is NAIA/D2 with a chance to earn D1 FCS looks if he can improve his accuracy and get verified measurables in front of college coaches at camps this offseason.
7.0 career YPC on 217 rushing attempts with 56 defensive tackles and 3 INTs — this is a football player who impacts the game everywhere. But passing regressed from sophomore to junior year (55% to 44%), and the 6'0" 167 lb frame needs significant development. Projects more as a FCS/D2 athlete or safety than a college QB.
Perkins is an intriguing dual-threat athlete with legitimate rushing production (1,512 career yards, 7.0 YPC, 11 TDs) and the versatility to play multiple positions on both sides of the ball. However, his passing numbers regressed significantly as a junior, his competition level in Colorado 4A is modest, and the complete lack of verified measurables, offers, and recruiting attention entering his senior year makes him a long-shot D1 prospect at quarterback. He projects more realistically as a small-school or FCS athlete/defensive back recruit if he can get verified testing numbers and show improved arm talent in his senior campaign.
Tough two-way competitor with 539 rushing yards (5.6 YPC) and All-Conference DB honors — the athleticism translates more to the defensive side. But 46.6% completion with 9 INTs on a 1-9 team and a 5'11" 160 lb frame make QB projection a non-starter. Best college path is as a defensive back at the D2/D3 level.
Mason Carter is a competitive, tough two-way athlete who took a massive statistical leap as a junior, but his 5'11" / 160-lb frame and sub-.500 completion rate on a 1-9 team make D1 FBS projection extremely unlikely at this stage. His best college path may be as a defensive back or athlete at the FCS/D2 level, where his physicality, instincts, and run-support skills could translate. He needs to add 20-30 lbs, dramatically improve his passing efficiency, and get verified athletic testing data in front of college coaches during the spring/summer camp circuit.
Dominant in his classification with a 25:4 TD-to-INT ratio and 68% completion in league play — the efficiency is real. But 8-man football at 5'11" 160 lbs with zero recruiting interest makes the jump to any 11-man college level a massive question. Needs to attend camps and prove arm talent translates beyond the 8-man field.
James Maes is a productive 8-man quarterback who dominated his small-school league, earning Player of the League honors with impressive efficiency (68% completion, 24 TDs, 2 INTs in league play). However, at 5'11" 160 lbs with zero recruiting interest, no verified athletic testing, and competition exclusively at the Colorado Class A 8-Man level, he profiles as a lower-level prospect who would need significant physical development and exposure at camps/combines to generate any FCS or D2 interest. D1 FBS is not a realistic projection at this time.
Dual-threat with a 65-yard rushing play and a 224-yard/3 TD passing game, showing he can impact games. But at 5'9" 155 lbs with 8 INTs on 204 attempts and an unknown classification, the profile is too thin and too small for D1 consideration. Needs significant physical growth to project at any college level.
The sophomore season (2,453 yards, 23 TDs in 9 games at 61.7%) was legitimately impressive, and scouts praise his deep ball and processing speed. But the junior stats cratered (576 yards, 3 TDs) which needs context — injury? system change? The 14 sophomore INTs and regression make this a confusing evaluation. Worth watching the senior year to see which version shows up.
Halas Wise is a productive 4A quarterback with legitimate arm talent, strong processing, and a deep ball that pops on film. His sophomore season (2,453 yards, 23 TDs in 9 games at 61.7%) was impressive, but the 14 interceptions and lack of D1 offers suggest evaluators want to see improved decision-making and physical development. He profiles as a FCS/D2 prospect with potential to earn low-level FBS looks if he cleans up turnovers, adds 15-20 lbs, and posts a strong junior campaign.
The ultimate small-school stat-stuffer: 1,136 rushing yards, 1,111 passing yards, 80 tackles, and 6 INTs — he does everything for Mancos. The 7.0 YPC rushing and ball-hawking ability suggest a college DB, not a college QB. At 5'10" 161 lbs in 8-man football, the QB projection is non-existent, but the two-way athleticism has D3/NAIA DB value.
Resner is a high-motor, dual-threat athlete who produced at an elite level in his first year as a starting quarterback — over 1,100 yards both rushing and passing with 27 total offensive touchdowns while also registering 80 tackles and 6 interceptions on defense. His 7.0 YPC and ability to take over games on the ground (166 yards/6 TDs vs. Vail Christian, 223 yards vs. Dove Creek) show legitimate run-game explosiveness. He projects as a versatile skill player (ATH/DB) at the next level given his two-way production, ball skills (9 career INTs), and multi-sport athleticism, though he will need to add weight and get verified speed testing to clarify his ceiling.
The 6'3" frame and 84-yard TD throws confirm raw arm talent, but at 160 lbs with 8 INTs, 56% completion on a 3-7 team, and zero offers, this is a pure projection play. If he adds 30-40 lbs and cleans up decision-making as a senior, the frame and arm could generate late FCS interest. For now, he's all ceiling and no floor.
George O'Reilly has intriguing physical tools -- a 6'3" frame with room to fill out and a live arm capable of making 70-80 yard throws -- but he is a raw, developmental prospect who is far from D1-ready. Playing on a weak 5A program (3-7) with modest statistical production (1,087 yards, 6 TD, 8 INT, 56.3% completion) and zero recruiting interest from any level, he projects as a lower-level prospect who would need a massive senior-year leap in both weight (currently 160 lbs) and efficiency to attract FCS or D2 attention, let alone D1 offers.
Listed as a QB but clearly transitioned to WR/DB — the 39 rec, 601 yards, 10 TDs receiving line and track speed (11.67 100m, 14.94 hurdles) are the story, not the 27.6% career passing percentage. No verified height or weight is a major red flag. Projects as a small-school WR/ATH if measurables check out.
Martinez is a dynamic multi-sport athlete whose junior year transition from QB to WR produced impressive receiving numbers (39 rec, 601 yds, 10 TD) and whose track background (11.67 100m, 14.94 110mH at state) confirms legitimate speed and athleticism. However, the complete absence of verified measurables, the low level of competition at Colorado 3A, and zero recruiting interest to date make him a long-shot D1 prospect who needs to get to camps, establish his size profile, and prove he can compete against higher-caliber opponents. His ceiling is likely as a small-school FCS or D2 receiver/athlete if he can verify adequate size.
68 tackles, 6 TFL, and 3 INTs as a safety with All-Conference honors — this is a defensive player, not a QB prospect. At 5'7" 165 lbs, the college path is as a D3/NAIA safety if he can verify adequate speed. The QB label is a classification artifact.
Productive 1A dual-threat with 853 rushing yards at 7.2 YPC, but at 5'9" 150 lbs with a 47% completion rate in 1A, there is no viable college QB projection. The multi-sport athleticism could translate to a slot/DB role at the NAIA level if he adds significant weight.
Cade Mills is a productive small-school dual-threat QB who has shown clear year-over-year improvement, particularly as a runner (853 yards, 7.2 YPC, 10 TDs as a junior). However, at 5'8"-5'9" and 140-150 lbs playing in Colorado 1A, his size, level of competition, and lack of verified athletic testing make him a very long shot for D1 football. He projects more realistically as a D2/D3/NAIA prospect who could potentially play slot receiver or defensive back at the next level if he adds significant weight and gets verified speed numbers.
Younger sibling Jaxen Mills (class of 2028) is also on the Meeker High School football roster, listed at 5'5" 145 lbs.
Multi-sport athlete with 10.3 YPC rushing and solid defensive production (53 tackles, 2 INTs), but only 2 pass attempts on the season and a 5'10" 150 lb frame make QB evaluation impossible. Projects as a small-school DB/ATH with wrestling toughness, but the football profile is too thin to rank any higher.
Highest spin rate measured in the class (11.4 RPS), a verified 65-yard arm, and a 4.7/11.1 speed profile give him elite physical tools at QB. Two-year 5A starter with 4,400+ career total yards and a Washington State offer — the arm talent and competitive temperament are real. Completion percentage (59%) must improve, but the ceiling is the highest of any QB with a current P5/G5 offer.
Cash Williams is the ultimate definition of a gun slinger. He is a productive, athletic dual-threat quarterback with legitimate arm talent, verified speed, and a clear upward trajectory through two full varsity seasons at the 5A level. He has a cannon and is not afraid to use it. His ability to stress defenses both through the air and on the ground, combined with a strong release and real throw power, gives him a projectable skill set — but he must improve his completion percentage, reduce interceptions against quality competition, and continue adding weight to his frame to maximize his ceiling. A physically gifted, coachable quarterback with championship experience and a high developmental floor.
Another 6'4" frame with real arm talent — deep ball accuracy is his calling card, and the 23 TD / 8 INT line at 61.5% completion is solid for 2A. The 165 lb weight is a project-level concern, but the 4.25 GPA and multi-sport background suggest he'll put in the work. He's the kind of developmental QB that FCS programs should be camping hard this summer.
Hopwood is a high-ceiling, developmental quarterback with the frame, arm talent, and academic profile that college programs look for in a project signal-caller. His junior tape shows legitimate throw power, an advanced deep ball, and improving field processing at 61.5% completion and 23 touchdowns — the production is real and suggests a quarterback who can run a college offense with continued coaching. The primary development priorities are adding 25-35 lbs to his 6'4" frame and sharpening his decision-making in tight coverage windows, but his coachability (4.25 GPA, multi-sport competitor, ascending production curve) gives strong confidence that he will put in the work required to maximize his tools at the college level.
Son of Dennis Martin and Jami Hopwood. Has siblings Conner Martin and Landen Martin. Per USF (University of Sioux Falls) 2016 football recruiting class, a sibling attended Strasburg HS and played at USF as a Defensive Back.