The 2025 high school football season has brought forth a stellar lineup of quarterback prospects, each showing the skills and talent to be the future star of collegiate football.
As the season unfolds, five standouts have emerged above the rest, leading their teams to success while solidifying their places in college football's most prestigious programs.
5 best senior QB prospects of high school football this season so far
#5 George MacIntyre – Tennessee
George MacIntyre, from Brentwood Academy in Tennessee, has had his fair share of ups and downs in his senior season. After a shaky start in his opening game, MacIntyre found his rhythm in the following weeks.
The youngster has completed 83 of his 125 pass attempts, boasting a 66.4% completion rate. He’s accumulated 1,083 passing yards with an average of 8.7 yards per attempt.
#4 Julian Lewis – USC
Julian Lewis is the fourth-best quarterback of the 2025 class. Lewis is a player who has committed to USC and comes from Carrollton High School in Georgia. In the third year of his leadership as a core starter, Lewis has completely grasped his team's RPO (run-pass option) strategy and quick passing game.
So far this season, Lewis has gone 101-for-132 for 1,377 yards with a completion percentage of .765. In all, he has thrown for three interceptions and 21 touchdowns. On the ground, he has rushed for 42 yards and two touchdowns.
#3 Deuce Knight – Notre Dame
Notre Dame commit Deuce Knight has made significant strides since last season and is currently sitting at number three in the rankings. The 6-foot-4.5, 208-pound quarterback from Lucedale, Mississippi, worked with a private quarterback coach during the offseason.
Through his first few games this season, Knight has completed 23 of 35 passes, resulting in a completion rate of 65.7%. He has thrown for 516 yards, averaging a remarkable 14.7 yards per pass attempt.
Knight has rushed 14 times for 134 yards. Despite his commitment to Notre Dame, schools like Auburn and Ole Miss have continued their pursuit of Knight.
#2 Keelon Russell – Alabama
Keelon Russell is a dynamic dual-threat quarterback from Duncanville High School in Texas. Russell’s stats showcase his efficiency and decision-making. He’s completed 63 of 88 passes, resulting in a stellar 71.5% completion rate.
He has gained 941 yards at an average of 10.7 yards per attempt and 14 passing touchdowns while being intercepted just once. On the ground, he rushed for 120 yards and one touchdown.
#1 Bryce Underwood – LSU
Bryce Underwood, the high-interest prospect from Belleville, Michigan, is one of the most-watched players. He has a greater commitment to LSU and is the No. 1 position holder for high school quarterback in the country.
Underwood has thrown for 43-of-57 at a completion rate of 75.4%, for 803 yards, an incredible average of 14.1 yards.
He has 14 TDs with only two interceptions under his belt. Also, Underwood has rushed for 263 yards and four touchdowns. Along with 141 total touchdowns and an impressive 40-2 high school record, he is a verified winner.