19 Shreveport-Bossier Class 1A-3A quarterbacks to watch in 2021 in Louisiana
Jimmy WatsonThe 2021 Louisiana high school football season is starting soon. Here's a look at some of the top Class 1A, 2A and 3A quarterbacks in the Shreveport-Bossier City area to watch.
Northwest Louisiana football fans can also check out the top Class 4A and 5A quarterbacks, 13 games to catch, the top running backs, linebackers, offensive linemen, defensive linemen and running backs.
Among the top recruited athletes in Classes 1A-3A are Calvary's Landry Lyddy, North Caddo's Omarion Miller and Many's Tackett Curtis.
CLASS 3A
Carlos Butler
Bossier, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-foot-1, 215 pounds
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “The expectations for Carlos are infinity and he has set the bar high for himself. He continues to push himself and his team. He’s handling his business inside the classroom and being a two-sport athlete.” Bossier coach De’Aumante Johnson
Tovoras Lee
Green Oaks, Fr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 181
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “A first-year starter with a great work ethic. He’s very coachable and always working to get better.” Giants coach Chad Lewis
Jacob Lafitte
Loyola, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-0, 170
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “An athletic player who isn’t just a one-dimensional quarterback.” former Flyers coach Scott Mallien
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Dakeldrick Thomas
Mansfield, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-foot, 193
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “He completed 102 of 198 passes for 1,808 yards and 16 touchdowns last season. Dakeldrick is the returning trigger man for a very explosive Wolverine offense.” Wolverines coach Mike Green
Colin McKenzie
North Webster, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 170
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Colin has progressed very well in our system and will continue to get better as he gets more experience. He’s one of the fastest guys on our team, but also capable of throwing from the pocket. He’s one of the smartest students in the school as well.” Knights coach John Ware
CLASS 2A
Carlos Alejo
D’Arbonne Woods Charter, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-0, 205
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Superior arm. Almost non-human. Great intelligence and heckuva a bass fisherman. Great kid. Team leader.” Timberwolves coach Tommy Tharp
Tydre Malone
Jonesboro-Hodge, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-4,190
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Tydre is very athletic with a strong arm and deceptive speed. We are expecting big plays from him in the passing game.” Tigers coach Terrance Blankenship
Jacob Whitehead
Lakeside, Jr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 170
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “He’s gonna be much improved and looking him to take that next step. He has a year of experience under his belt.” Lakeside coach Mike Santelices
Tackett Curtis
Many, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-2, 215
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “A blend of speed, but his biggest attribute is his physicality. He will be our Tayson Smith type. Has 42 offers to this point.” Many coach Jess Curtis
Zion King
North Caddo, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-foot, 160
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “He’ll be all over the field for us on defense.” Titans coach John Kavanaugh
Zintayvious "Tre" Smith
Red River, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 175
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Tre is the unquestioned leader of this team. This is his third year as the starting QB. He’s a great athlete with a strong arm and high football IQ. He’s put in the work to learn the offensive system and will have a huge year for us.” Bulldogs coach Jeff Harper
CLASS 1A
Landry Lyddy
Calvary, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-0, 190
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: The Louisiana Tech commitment is the returning LHSAA Division IV state MVP and Times Quarterback of the Year after passing for 3,566 yards and 43 touchdowns last season.
Kyle Woodard
Haynesville, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 165
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Runs our offense well!” Tors coach David Franklin
Takeviuntae Kidd
Homer, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 165
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “He’ll be a 3-year starter so his experience will be big this year. He’s very accurate and he understands what we’re trying to do offensively.” Homer coach Richie Casey
Khameron Boykins
Logansport, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 170
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Incredible athlete with elite speed (4.55 in 40-yard dash) and a big arm that can make all the throws. Second-year starter who has played in every game since his freshman year. Will be on college radars soon.” Tigers coach Kevin Magee
Mark McCray
Magnolia Charter, So.
Height, weight: 5-10, 218
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “McCray is a leader in the making.” Coach Toriano Williams
Braeden Sterling
Plain Dealing, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-0, 200
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: “Big arm and mobile. Hopes to redeem himself after missing over half of last season.” Lions coach Christopher Wilson
Sabien Walter
Ringgold, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 185
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: "A true leader with a next level arm!” Ringgold coach Shon Trent
Adam Parker
St. Mary’s, Jr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 180
Position: Quarterback
Why selected: Parker threw for 1,598 yards and 16 touchdowns while leading the Tigers to a come-from-behind win in 2020 against Logansport for the district title.
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