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As summer approaches, excitement for the upcoming high school football season is building in the community. Players are honing their skills during the baseball season and preparing for a thrilling fall. A spotlight is on the top 10 returning quarterbacks in Class 4A, showcasing their impressive stats and potential for the season ahead. With the college football season also on the horizon, analysts highlight elite quarterbacks expected to shine. The anticipation is palpable as fans gear up for an exciting journey filled with touchdowns and unforgettable moments.

Countdown to Fall: Excitement Builds for High School Football Season

As we flip the calendar towards June, the excitement of the first official Football Friday Night is palpable throughout our beloved community. With sunny days ahead, players are busy honing their skills in the ongoing baseball season, traveling sports competitions, team camps, and countless events—all in preparation for an exhilarating fall football season right around the corner!

Who’s Leading the Pack? Top 10 Returning Quarterbacks in Class 4A

This season is packed with plenty of talented returning quarterbacks, and the spotlight is on ten standout players in Class 4A who are gearing up to make their mark. As fans and analysts eagerly await the action, take a look at these phenomenal quarterbacks who are expected to shine bright:

  • Poynton: This quarterback remarkably threw for 1,228 yards and achieved 12 touchdowns while maintaining an impressive 66% completion rate.
  • Brueck: Ending his junior season strong, he amassed over 1,300 passing yards along with 11 touchdowns and a solid 61% completion rate.
  • Engel: Finished his season with 1,256 yards and seven touchdowns, but there’s definitely room for improvement in the TD-to-INT ratio.
  • Falls: With almost 1,600 yards, 13 touchdowns, and just four interceptions, his completion rate exceeded 60% last season.
  • Klein: This dual-threat quarterback surged ahead with 1,126 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns, alongside 1,445 passing yards and eight touchdowns.
  • Natlevig: Aiming to be mentioned among the elite quarterbacks at Norwalk, he returned last season with a robust 1,614 passing yards and 18 touchdowns.
  • McBride: In his first starting year, he put up impressive numbers with 1,518 passing yards and 18 touchdowns, completing 58% of his throws.
  • Parks: He made his presence known with over 1,100 yards and 11 touchdowns through the air.
  • Shull: The debut sensation rolled in with 1,363 passing yards and 13 touchdowns, complemented by his noteworthy 1,168 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns.
  • Sitzmann: He led the air attack with 19 touchdowns and 1,331 yards, achieving an impressive 67% completion rate.

The voting for the top quarterbacks concludes on June 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Who will take the crown? Make sure to stay tuned to witness these athletes in action as they gear up for a season filled with unforgettable moments!

Looking Ahead: College Football Players to Watch

With the college football season also approaching, analysts are already buzzing about elite quarterbacks ready to dominate the gridiron! Among the highlights are stars like Cade Klubnik from Clemson and Arch Manning from Texas, both poised to make waves in their respective programs.

The current top five returning quarterbacks for the upcoming season, as anticipated by analysts, includes:

  • Cade Klubnik (Clemson)
  • Arch Manning (Texas)
  • John Mateer (Oklahoma)
  • Sam Leavitt (Arizona State)
  • Drew Allar (Penn State)

This season is expected to bring a refreshing mix of talent, with a number of teams deploying quarterbacks with limited experience. It’s shaping up to be an exciting football adventure as we relish each tackle, touchdown, and unforgettable play this fall!

So, as summer kicks in and we prepare for the action-packed days of football ahead, let’s rally behind our local teams and players. There’s no doubt that we’re in for a thrilling ride as the countdown to fall continues!

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