2023 Class Quarterback Superlatives
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The 2023 class of quarterbacks has many unique features and qualities amongst them. These athletes put the work in year-round to hone their craft and become proficient in what helps obtain solid quarterback play. These quarterbacks have specific features that help differentiate them and stand out amongst their contemporaries.
Best Accuracy: Van Weber Van Weber 6'3" | 175 lbs | QB Rutherford | 2023 State NJ , Rutherford
Van Weber Van Weber 6'3" | 175 lbs | QB Rutherford | 2023 State NJ has been on many of the quarterback articles that have come out this offseason. He completed over 60% of his passes this past year and has the best ball placement of any quarterback in this class. He can throw with touch or precision and has the decision-making to differentiate between which throw he needs at that moment.
The next step for him will be raising his completion percentage over 65% has all the tools and work ethic to make it happen in his senior season.
Best Under Pressure: Austen Frattura Austen Frattura 6'1" | 195 lbs | QB Sparta | 2023 State NJ , Sparta
The one thing that stands out about Austen Frattura Austen Frattura 6'1" | 195 lbs | QB Sparta | 2023 State NJ is his poise. He shows the same mechanics, throwing motion, and accuracy whether he is under pressure or kept clean. He can make every throw and offers some solid play out of structure. Frattura has been a three-year starter and he’s a prime example of why experience matters at the quarterback position.
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Austen Frattura Austen Frattura 6'1" | 195 lbs | QB Sparta | 2023 State NJ (@AustenFrat) is a gunslinger! Check out one of our finest slinging it across the field 🔥😤#QBIQ pic.twitter.com/FSrlxZvtnB— QBIQ™️ (@QBIQsystem) October 9, 2021
Frattura is Prep Redzone’s #3 ranked quarterback in this class and wouldn’t be surprised if by the time his senior year is over he finishes as the number one quarterback in the class.
14 yd. TD pass from QB #AustenFrattura to wide receiver #BradyDoyle extends @Sparta_HS lead to 13-0 over @RDHSFootball in the 1st quarter pic.twitter.com/1wnr0JaXY8
— InsideThePressBoxEDFS (@InsideThePB) November 13, 2021
Biggest Arm: Scott Lynch Scott Lynch 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB Audubon | 2023 State NJ , Audubon
The first time we had the pleasure of watching Scott play he had an incompletion that was eye-popping. He had a throw against Camden Catholic where it traveled from his 25-yard line to the opponent’s 10 in the air. Specifically, what stood out about this throw is how effortless it looked when it was released and how fluid his motion was. Since then, he hasn’t done anything to prove that he doesn’t have the strongest arm in this class. He can make these throws on the move or under pressure, and most of all he has no problem throwing into tight windows.
Scott Lynch Scott Lynch 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB Audubon | 2023 State NJ hits Billy Lindemuth for their second TD connection today. This on fourth and goal from the 4. Audubon up 28-8. @sojerseysports @Mtrible @Coach_ReedAHS pic.twitter.com/xipSLUznKA
— Larry Henry Jr (@lhenry019) November 6, 2021
He’s ranked as PrepRedzone’s 7th best quarterback and will be no doubt attacking the deep portions of the field, with teammate and PrepRedzone’s 8th ranked wide receiver Billy Lindenmuth Billy Lindenmuth 6'0" | 165 lbs | WR Audubon | 2023 State NJ .
First Audubon offensive play. Scott Lynch Scott Lynch 6'3" | 205 lbs | QB Audubon | 2023 State NJ hits Billy Lindemuth down the middle for 61 yards. 7-0 4:00/1st. @Coach_ReedAHS @sojerseysports pic.twitter.com/01VO2aciQ5
— Larry Henry Jr (@lhenry019) November 6, 2021
Best Decision Maker: Derek Namnun Derek Namnun 5'11" | 200 lbs | QB Delran | 2023 State NJ , Delran
Namnun gets the nod here because on more than one occasion we’ve seen him execute at a high level in pressure situations. He consistently shows the ability to execute the offense effectively, in rhythm, and on time no matter the situation. With his ability to run and pass he also shows awareness on when to run and when to pass; and has solid play out of structure. He’s a quarterback that has shown that he can be trusted by his coaches. To make the right decisions, throws, and execute when his team needs him most.
Derek Namnun Derek Namnun 5'11" | 200 lbs | QB Delran | 2023 State NJ tossed 2 TD passes and manage the offense smoothly. Solid Performance. Beautiful throw on this play! @DelranAthletics@DNamnun @PrepRedzoneNJ @CoachLucas74 @DelranSchools @DelranHS_Princ pic.twitter.com/35b3QEABcu
— EJ Daniels (@edaniels77) October 30, 2021
Derek Namnun Derek Namnun 5'11" | 200 lbs | QB Delran | 2023 State NJ to Connor Daly! 45 yards. TD! @DelranAthletics scores to tie it up 28-28 with 1:23 remaining. @Mtrible pic.twitter.com/86hr7ffoAH
— Larry Henry Jr (@lhenry019) November 6, 2021
Best Deep Ball: Frankie Garbolino Frankie Garbolino 6'3" | 215 lbs | QB North Brunswick | 2023 State NJ
When you watch Frankie throw the deep ball it’s something to behold. Seems like he throws it similar to Russell Wilson’s moon ball how it hangs up in the air. Out of all the quarterbacks that have been scouted in this class Frankie has the best deep ball in terms of accuracy and how consistent he is with that accuracy on a throw-to-throw basis.
@jayguapo6 with the big catch and gain @NBTHSRaiders pic.twitter.com/7eEmYhNRTs
— EJ Daniels (@edaniels77) November 13, 2021