Athlete Spotlight: Q&As with South Garner QB Devin Shoulars

by:Trey Scott•07/08/25•

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After transferring from Clayton High School, 2027 quarterback Devin Shoulars is ready for a fresh start — and a big opportunity — at South Garner.

Standing 6-foot-2, 190 pounds with a 3.8 GPA, Shoulars already looks the part of a college-level signal caller. But it’s what coaches say about his intangibles that stands out most.

“We have a new QB, Devin Shoulars, that came to us from Clayton,” head coach Greg Greene said. “He’s shown himself to be a promising leader and signal caller. He’s got a strong arm, smarts, and athleticism to go with it. He’s also extremely coachable.”

Now, with summer 7-on-7s in full swing and fall right around the corner, Shoulars sat down with On3 to talk about the transition, the work he’s putting in behind the scenes, and what the Titans’ offense will look like with him at the controls.

Q&A with Devin Shoulars, Class of 2027 QB – South Garner (NC)

Q: All right, going into your new start at South Garner — how are you feeling about this opportunity?
A: Man, I’m fired up more than anything. First off, I want to thank the man above—without Him, I wouldn’t be in this position. I want to thank Coach Greene and Coach Corey for believing in me to lead this team. I’m just ready to show what we can do. We’ve got tremendous athletes, and I want the world to see that.

Q: I know you’ve been doing 7-on-7 this summer. How’s that been going for you and the team?
A: It’s been going great. The team bonding has been tremendous. We come together as one—that’s how we defeat things. Everybody’s seen RJ making those crazy one-handed grabs, but I want to shout out my other boys too. They’ve been making big plays that might not be on film, but they matter just as much.

Q: Outside of 7-on-7, what else have you been doing this offseason to prepare?
A: Mentally, I’ve been getting myself right. As a quarterback, you carry a lot of weight. Physically, we’ve been lifting and putting in that work. But mentally, man, I’ve been locked in. The team comes together even when we don’t have to—it’s about building every single day. That’s how you grow.

Q: Favorite lift in the weight room?
A: Hang cleans and power cleans. I’m that type of guy—I love explosive lifts. And bench press too, of course.

Q: What’s your favorite QB drill — the one that helps you most when you’re out there with the guys or even by yourself?
A: Anything that involves moving out of the pocket. When the pocket collapses, you have to create. It’s not always pretty in a game. You don’t always get to just sit back there and throw on your own terms. So I like to train for the tough situations—off-platform stuff, pocket movement, scramble drills, all of that.

Q: What would you say is your best skill or attribute as a player?
A: My leadership, no doubt. Even when things aren’t going right, I’m going to encourage my teammates. I’ve always got their backs—through good and bad. I want everyone—coaches and players—to trust me. I’m that guy they can lean on.

Q: Who would you compare your game to, NFL or college?
A: Jaxson Dart. He just got drafted, but I love how he plays. He’s a winner, and I’m a winner too. He’s fearless. If the play breaks down, he can move, he can run, he can still throw. And he can take hits and get right back up. That’s how I want to be.

Q: You play NCAA or Madden?
A: Yes sir. I play with Dart. I love that dude. I even love the head coach—he’s a great guy too.

Q: What kind of offense can South Garner fans expect to see this year?
A: Man, the coaches are going to put us in a position to win. That’s what I know. We’re going to be the show this year. We’re going to be relentless—effort, energy, execution. Garner fans better come check us out.

Q: You got some big boys in front of you?
A: Yeah man, I’m blessed. I love those guys to death, and I’m thankful for my O-line. Without the trenches, there’s no football. Those guys do the dirty work, and I’ll always ride for them.

Q: Who on the team has helped you the most with the transition?
A: Honestly, the whole team. They’re just one unit. A true brotherhood. When I got here, everybody accepted me. Not one person made me feel out of place. Coaches, players—everybody showed love. I appreciate that a lot. I love them boys.

Q: What’s your pregame routine like?
A: I’m a calm guy. I like to chill my mind. I listen to J. Cole and Lil Baby when we’re warming up, but I’m a little weird—I like instrumentals too. I like watching the fans come in, soaking in the moment. You only get it once, and I don’t take that for granted.

Q: Would you rather throw for 400 yards or throw for 200 and rush for 200?
A: Whatever it takes to win. If I’ve got to throw it, I’ll throw it. If I’ve got to run, I’ll run. As long as we get a dub, that’s what matters. I’m not chasing stats—I’m chasing wins.

Q: Is there anything else people need to know about you?
A: I just love this game, man. Big shoutout to the man above, Coach Greene, Coach Corey, everybody who believed in me. I’m ready to do something special this year.

Q: Last one — and it’s on record unless you say otherwise. Why did you transfer from Clayton?
A: I’ll be completely transparent. I went to Clayton because they had Jonathan Montague, who was a senior, and there was nobody behind him. So I thought it was the ideal situation for me to come in behind him. But God had different plans. My time at Clayton taught me patience and reminded me to trust God’s timing. I try not to rush anything—I just keep my faith.