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Dia Bell is putting on a show at Elite 11

Joe Cookby: Joe Cook06/19/25josephcook89
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2026 Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) American Heritage quarterback and 5-star Texas commit Dia Bell is in Los Angeles this week for the Elite 11, and the Longhorns pledge has already put on a show.

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Bell was the No. 1 prospect in Elite 11’s rankings after day one. He was No. 2 behind Keisean Henderson after day two.

Bell, the On3 Industry Ranking’s No. 10 overall prospect, No. 2 quarterback, and No. 1 player in Florida, was also On3’s top performer from day one. Here’s On3’s Charles Power with more from his Tuesday night.

Dia Bell delivered a very strong workout on Day 1 at the Elite 11 Finals. The Texas pledge accounted for several of the best throws we saw throughout the drill stations on Thursday night. Bell impressed early on with his fluid, natural mechanics. The ball jumps out of Bell’s hand. He’s a rotational passer and generates impressive torque through his core. Bell showed the ability to make all the throws to every level of the field on Tuesday night. We came away extremely impressed with how he threw the ball in a station near the goal line. Bell made an array of impressive passes, delivering with exquisite pace and touch. The ball got out with impressive zip and was stuck on the receivers’ faces throw after throw. The five-star signal caller was working in the same group as touted Tennessee commit Faizon Brandon. Both top quarterbacks seemed to elevate each other’s game, allowing for the most high-energy, impressive sequence we saw all evening.

Here are a collection of clips from days one and two of Elite 11.

On3 ranks Bell as the No. 4 overall prospect, the No. 2 quarterback, and the No. 1 player in Florida.

Inside Texas scouting report

Strengths — Good height for the position and will definitely grow some more. Quick twitch and athleticism jumps off the screen. Takeaway steps are smooth. Ball carriage is appropriate. Gets to the top of his drop under balance, with a good base and with his hips and shoulders facing his target. Has a natural feel for the pocket and will sidestep and climb the pocket easily with his eyes upfield. Agility and acceleration are very good and he extends plays easily buying himself just enough space and angles to deliver the football. His throwing motion is effortless and mostly three quarters, finishing with a good snap of the wrist falling to his opposite hip. Ball jumps out of his hand with great rotation and velocity. Shows good anticipation and strength to push the ball downfield. Has at least one deep out to the field on tape. As a runner, he’s quite elusive with the athleticism noted above.

Areas for Improvement — Offense looks like it’s mostly half-field or pre snap reads. Will get on his toes at times. Weight transfer inconsistent. 

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