As a College Recruit
Strong-armed dual threat quarterback with several positive indicators that point to a high developmental upside. Looks like the best quarterback prospect from the state of South Carolina in several cycles. Late-riser who turned in a big senior season, playing efficiently as a passer while doubling as one of the top run threats at the position in the 2023 cycle. Owns a naturally big frame, checking in at 6-foot-2.5, 217 pounds with a 9.5-inch hand prior to his senior season. Has a lean build and room to continue adding weight. Tests as a strong athlete, highlighted by a 4.25 second short shuttle. Missed the majority of his junior season due to a freak injury (broken bone in non-throwing arm). Rebounded with a monster senior season, leading his team to a 15-0 record and the first state title in school history while accounting for over four touchdowns per game. Passed for 2,948 yards (11.4 yards per attempt), 45 touchdowns against just two interceptions. Rushed for 1,338 yards and 17 more scores. Has a naturally strong arm with the ability to hit vertical throws that travel 55 to 60 yards in the air. Shows tangible zip on short and intermediate passes. Highly dangerous as a run threat, both as a scrambler and on designed plays. Difficult for defenders to bring down in the pocket. Runs with considerable burst in the open field. Uses his big frame, natural strength and contact balance to run through arm tackles at the second level. Projects as an effective runner at the college level. Also shows the ability to create plays with improvisation with his mobility and ability to throw from off-platform. A competitive player who is at his best in the biggest games in high school. Carried his senior season success onto the all-star circuit, where he was the MVP of the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas. Has a number of additional off-field positive indicators. Very young for the cycle, turning 17 years-old in June prior to his senior season. Doubles as a top soccer player, averaging over 1.5 goals per game in his varsity career. Also a strong student with a reported 4.95 GPA. Will need to continue honing his polish as a passer given the relative lower number of passing reps over his high school career, but has notable upside.
