Best Texas 5A "QB" in 2006

[Texasfrog]

Who is going to be the best Texas 5A "QB" in 2006 ??

Thoughts, opinions or suggestions ??

[dragons08]

Riley Dodge of Southlake Carroll

[Mad Hatter]

Fanuzzi from churchill should be solid.

[Texasfrog]

Fanuzzi from churchill should be solid.
Fanuzzi is coming off a major injury isnt he ?:(

[dragonfootballfan]

I would have to go with Fanuzzi, Claybon, and Nathan Dick. If Riley Dodge does good as the main guy next year, he will probably get the most press and the media will name him 5A player of the year.

[wide-e-wide]

I would have to go with Fanuzzi, Claybon, and Nathan Dick. If Riley Dodge does good as the main guy next year, he will probably get the most press and the media will name him 5A player of the year.


Wow......all that and it's only January.
By September you guys will have him starting for the Texans.

[Xfballphenome05]

Fanuzzi if he stays injury free,if not its riley dogde.

[dragonfootballfan]

Wow......all that and it's only January.
By September you guys will have him starting for the Texans.
I am just telling you like it is. If Riley starts hot and puts up big numbers like the three QB's at Carroll before him, he will get all the press

[wide-e-wide]

I am just telling you like it is. If Riley starts hot and puts up big numbers like the three QB's at Carroll before him, he will get all the press


Oh...of course.

I meant the last portion....5a player of the year...is that a prediction?
Or are you just saying....all he has to do is show up and play above average...and the press will give it to him?

[dragonfootballfan]

Oh...of course.

I meant the last portion....5a player of the year...is that a prediction?
Or are you just saying....all he has to do is show up and play above average...and the press will give it to him?
well I think that he may be able to Reggie Bush his way into the player of the year, or atleast all state quarterback.

[wide-e-wide]

well I think that he may be able to Reggie Bush his way into the player of the year, or atleast all state quarterback.


So he's Mark May's son too?
Wow...that fat ******* made the rounds didn't he?

[dragonfootballfan]

So he's Mark May's son too?
Wow...that fat ******* made the rounds didn't he?
Mark May will be all like I blocked for Joe Theisman. I know Quarterbacks

[wide-e-wide]

Mark May will be all like I blocked for Joe Theisman. I know Quarterbacks


OH Yeah...well where the hell was he when LT was comin' at Joe????

[ktchamp97]

I think Claybon is a pretty easy choice for the top spot, followed closely by Nick Foles of Austin Westlake. Justin Johnson is an option QB, but he's awesome. Dodge and Fanuzzi will be up there for sure. Don't forget about Nick Florence (Jr. to be) of SG, Boogie Anognostou of La Porte, Denzel Dewberry of SGP, Jeff Welch of Cy Falls, and Bryan Hill of SV. The best athlete at the QB position might be Demetrius Woods of Houston Lamar.

[PackAttack2005]

Jeremy Claybon of Lufkin should be a top prospect in 2006. I think he will be a better QB as a senior, than Riley Dodge will be as a junior. However, the difference is the media hype that surrounds the Southlake program, for good reasons and the media coverage that is available in the Dallas area opposed to deep East Texas. Dodge wil have all eyes on him to carry on the standard of excellence at the QB position for Southlake. Too bad the Dragons didn't get to play against Jeremy in the semi-finals in 2005, I am sure the game would have been much closer or maybe could have had a different outcome with Jeremy playing QB in that game.

[beachbum0x6]

Wow, only Jan and already ppl say they know who the best will be.... its gonna suck when fate kicks in and has some fun

[KT2000]

If I had to pick the top 10 returning QBs right now...(alpha order)

Boogie Anagnostou, La Porte
Joe Chaisson, Beaumont West Brook
Jeremy Claybon, Lufkin
Denzel Dewberry, South Grand Prairie
Nathan Dick, Allen
Nick Fanuzzi, San Antonio Churchill
Nick Florence, South Garland
Nick Foles, Austin Westlake
Justin Johnson, Richardson Berkner
Demetrius Woods, Houston Lamar

Out of that group...I've seen Chaisson, Claybon and Woods in person.

A few first year starters to watch are Riley Dodge (Southlake Carroll), Vance Fizer (North Shore) and Josh McKinley (Leander). McKinley played safety and some receiver last year, but he'll be the QB this fall from what I've heard. Not a definite though. Very good athlete at 6'2, 210-215.

[KT2000]

Forgot to add Daren Dillard of Garland Lakeview Centennial as another to watch. Went over 2,000 yards in 10 games last fall. 13 TDs to 6 INTs as a junior. Starter since soph year.

[Pack Daddy]

Jeremy Claybon of Lufkin should be a top prospect in 2006. I think he will be a better QB as a senior, than Riley Dodge will be as a junior. However, the difference is the media hype that surrounds the Southlake program, for good reasons and the media coverage that is available in the Dallas area opposed to deep East Texas. Dodge wil have all eyes on him to carry on the standard of excellence at the QB position for Southlake. Too bad the Dragons didn't get to play against Jeremy in the semi-finals in 2005, I am sure the game would have been much closer or maybe could have had a different outcome with Jeremy playing QB in that game.

I would have to say (but of course) Claybon is definitely in the running. Dodge should be the undisputed best that SLC has ever seen if he can stay injury free. He will be the man with the bulleye target pasted on his chest and every LB will have his number if the OL is weak. Predicting the future? 2006 - Claybon (it's a Lufkin thing)
2007 - Dodge (MVP)
2008 - Jeffrey Claybon should be in this running as it will be his Senior year

[LeanderLions3033]

Josh McKinley will be up there with anybody else IMO. Their was the heated qb controversy at the start of this year with him and Drew Dunn, and Drew ended up putting up 2500+ yards passing and was named 15-5a MVP, so you can't base it on him not starting this year. But Josh is just an overall athlete, and he plays really smart. This year he didnt exactly get a good enough shot with qb because when he was in we were obviously running the ball, either with a lead or by the formation. I think KT2000 put it best during the gridiorn guide, he reminds Leander fans of Al Pena at OK state, but hes probably a better runner.

[blueraiders11]

Forgot to add Daren Dillard of Garland Lakeview Centennial as another to watch. Went over 2,000 yards in 10 games last fall. 13 TDs to 6 INTs as a junior. Starter since soph year.

I saw this guy on video tape as they played Irving Macarthur, and he was really good and accurate, although he threw the ball like a baseball.

Denzel Dewberry of South Grand Prairie is a winner and knows how to get it done.

[badger95]

Nick Foles had a great Jr. year, but all his best recievers are set to graduate. He's already got several offers on the table and is being recruited by everybody! If the Chaps can find some replacements in the receiving corps, he could be set for another great year.

[Slim-Rob]

If I had to pick the top 10 returning QBs right now...(alpha order)

Boogie Anagnostou, La Porte
Joe Chaisson, Beaumont West Brook
Jeremy Claybon, Lufkin
Denzel Dewberry, South Grand Prairie
Nathan Dick, Allen
Nick Fanuzzi, San Antonio Churchill
Nick Florence, South Garland
Nick Foles, Austin Westlake
Justin Johnson, Richardson Berkner
Demetrius Woods, Houston Lamar

Out of that group...I've seen Chaisson, Claybon and Woods in person.

A few first year starters to watch are Riley Dodge (Southlake Carroll), Vance Fizer (North Shore) and Josh McKinley (Leander). McKinley played safety and some receiver last year, but he'll be the QB this fall from what I've heard. Not a definite though. Very good athlete at 6'2, 210-215.

LOL, i guess Nick makes a good QB name.


I think Carl Bouldin would suprise a few people this year, but I don't think the offensive line will be good enough for him to do so.

[travisk44]

I'm very bias but I'm going to say Nick Florence from SG.

[slc0204]

riley dodge is a hard worker he is always at the school throwing and lifting he is a ready for this and will shine in the 06-07 season!!!

[Eagle81]

I you get a chance to go watch Richardson Berkner, go check out Justin Johnson. He's been a starter since his sophomore year and he's gotten better over time. The knock on him is that he can't throw the football with any accuracy. But it's something I know they were working on in practice all this year and if I know Ledford like I think I do, he'll have Justin hitting targets in the offseason. This kid is exciting to watch and can take over a game if need be. Next year should be a good indication as to how good he is, because he will have a relatively inexperienced line (one exception Josh LeRebius). He reminds me a lot of Cordell Stewart. My vote goes to Justin Johnson.

[farmerfan]

I you get a chance to go watch Richardson Berkner, go check out Justin Johnson. He's been a starter since his sophomore year and he's gotten better over time. The knock on him is that he can't throw the football with any accuracy. But it's something I know they were working on in practice all this year and if I know Ledford like I think I do, he'll have Justin hitting targets in the offseason. This kid is exciting to watch and can take over a game if need be. Next year should be a good indication as to how good he is, because he will have a relatively inexperienced line (one exception Josh LeRebius). He reminds me a lot of Cordell Stewart. My vote goes to Justin Johnson.


long live the wishbone, woooo.

[Eagle81]

long live the wishbone, woooo.

There's a lot to be said for the bone. That offense produced a lot of good RB's.

[forest99]

Justin Smith will be a JR at Conroe HS this upcoming season. He lettered last fall as a soph by being the starting P, K, and the #3 WR. He will be moving to QB this year, and because of his great athleticism he should be a great QB next year!

[KT1ss24]

Are we talking best pure QB or best athlete of QB's. Dodge definitely looks like a type of player that even if he doesnt have the best ppl around him he can make it work. But if he had to stay in the pocket and plant his feet every play, do you think someone would be better? I do. Half the players yall are talking about I havent seen play or heard of, so I don't know about their ability or stats. Never the less, by the end of the season even if Dodge has the better numbers, one or more of those QB's will be a better pure passer.

[dragonfootballfan]

Are we talking best pure QB or best athlete of QB's. Dodge definitely looks like a type of player that even if he doesnt have the best ppl around him he can make it work. But if he had to stay in the pocket and plant his feet every play, do you think someone would be better? I do. Half the players yall are talking about I havent seen play or heard of, so I don't know about their ability or stats. Never the less, by the end of the season even if Dodge has the better numbers, one or more of those QB's will be a better pure passer.
just because he can run, does not mean that he cannot throw.

[CKE]

just because he can run, does not mean that he cannot throw.


two letters vy

[1footballnut]

The sophomore at LD Bell Tate Holbert looked good in relief of Joe Mauro...He completed 11 of 12 passes and 11 straight against South Grand Prairie...excited to see what a full year will produce

[lpfanforever]

actually Jeffrey Claybon will be a senior in 2009.
he is just a freshmen this year.

[Pack Daddy]

actually Jeffrey Claybon will be a senior in 2009.
he is just a freshmen this year.

Yes, but for the football season it will be 08'. I think?

[RGVBadBoy]

Since the RGV NEVER gets any love...i'm gonna go with Jonethon Sarver from Sharyland, 06' will be his 3rd season as Sharyland's starter and he's ONLY GOTTEN BETTER, he's got a CANNON hanging from his right shoulder and has decent size 6'1 185lbs.....if Sharyland would throw the ball MORE he'd put some pretty GAUDY NUMBERS UP TOO.....he's VERY accurate and can make ANY THROW

[cptn_marvelous]

Look for Nick Foles of Austin Westlake to lead his team far into the playoffs and get a lot of attention. Westlake is a good team with a 6' 5" Qb who is 240 and is a great passer.

[Texasfrog]

Look for Nick Foles of Austin Westlake to lead his team far into the playoffs and get a lot of attention. Westlake is a good team with a 6' 5" Qb who is 240 and is a great passer.

It's going to be interesting to see how he does without the Wr-Staton Jobe and the Te's he had last season. I know those dudes made some big plays for Austin Westlake and helped out Nick Foles a ton.

I do think Nick Foles has some bigtime skill however. He should shine at Arizona St in their pass happy offense that is wide-open.

[Oiler99]

I dont about best overall qb but certainly one of the best dual threat, Sam Proctor an exciting addition to our offense this yr.

[CyFalls#1]

After watching last year, parts of spring ball and 7 on 7, I'll throw the CyFalls QB into the ring - Jeff Welch. Top returning signal caller in 17-5a with good field presence, leadership and arm strength. Will have many tools to work with on offense - Roger Holland, Jack Freeman, Garrett Williams, Darius Thomas and Geoff Dobbin to name a few - only issue is patience and accepting what defenses give while not "forcing" things.

[bryanvikings]

Jeremy Claybon at lufkin is going to be a big threat.He is a lot like former lufkin QB Reggie Mcneal.

[TrueBlue]

Wouldn't necessarily assume that Holbert gets the nod at Bell -- I hear the rising senior has flashes of looking great and that the qb spot is definitely up for grabs --

[toonman]

Only a QB with a team operating the spread offence, that is the only way the big numbers can be achieved. The evidence is that Southlake Carroll have provided the #1 QB for the last 4 years. Riley Dodge has to be one of the favorites for this season.

[KatyTigerDad0407]

Forgot to add Daren Dillard of Garland Lakeview Centennial as another to watch. Went over 2,000 yards in 10 games last fall. 13 TDs to 6 INTs as a junior. Starter since soph year.What about Cotton Turner at Dulles. I bet he'll be 1 to watch.

[TrinityTrojan]

Well what does the title "the best" mean? Southlake puts up the numbers and produces very good quarterbacks there is no doubt about that but they throw 90% of the time. At trinity last year Trevor Vittatoe threw for 2000 yards which is good but small compared to spread teams but he still got the job done. Without his performance we couldnt have won state. So if putting up numbers is what the title means it will always be a passing quarterback. If it means playing your role and doing what you must to win then the whole perspective changes.You have to look at the players competitive drive and desire to win, it cant be all about stats.

[pack0808]

Only a QB with a team operating the spread offence, that is the only way the big numbers can be achieved. The evidence is that Southlake Carroll have provided the #1 QB for the last 4 years. Riley Dodge has to be one of the favorites for this season.


The spread is not the only offense where big passing numbers can be achieved. You can put up big passing #'s in several different types of offense. ( Pro set, I, normal shotgun etc etc) Nobody runs the spread as their main offense in the NFL. Of course the qb and wr's will be able to put up bigger numbers on a passing team just like rb's will usually be able to put up bigger numbers on a running team. It only makes sense.

[LeanderLions3033]

With the offense Westlake has returning, i think its a safe bet that Nick Foles of Westlake is not only one of the best qb prospects in the state of Texas, but he will be one of the qb's putting up the best numbers. Westlake doesnt run strictly out of the spread, they run plenty of under center stuff. But he should put up close to 3000 yards passing (i know i know, nothing like what Riley Dodge will probably put up but its still good).

[dragonsdaddy]

Well what does the title "the best" mean? Southlake puts up the numbers and produces very good quarterbacks there is no doubt about that but they throw 90% of the time. At trinity last year Trevor Vittatoe threw for 2000 yards which is good but small compared to spread teams but he still got the job done. Without his performance we couldnt have won state. So if putting up numbers is what the title means it will always be a passing quarterback. If it means playing your role and doing what you must to win then the whole perspective changes.You have to look at the players competitive drive and desire to win, it cant be all about stats.
i think you need to check out a spread team like slc before making such 90% comments. the ratio is actually almost 50-50. the yardage is higher on the passing side, but that is expected.

[TrinityTrojan]

i was simply saying it cant all be about stats dont get so personal about a number. Troy Aikman is definitely one the best of all time but only put up 150 touchdowns in his career. Thats not much compared to others but he still has three rings without the stats

[TexasRed6x]

i was simply saying it cant all be about stats dont get so personal about a number. Troy Aikman is definitely one the best of all time but only put up 150 touchdowns in his career. Thats not much compared to others but he still has three rings without the stats
Troy Aikman played HS football in Texas? Where?

[TrinityTrojan]

i was talking about his Pro career. he played in Oklahoma.

[dragonsdaddy]

i was simply saying it cant all be about stats dont get so personal about a number. Troy Aikman is definitely one the best of all time but only put up 150 touchdowns in his career. Thats not much compared to others but he still has three rings without the stats
and exageration doesn't make for good arguements either.

[TrinityTrojan]

but you understand my point then. Troy aikman is a perfect example

[dragonsdaddy]

i understand that the slc spread offense provides more opportunities for a qb to shine, than a mostly running back based offense. it also means that defenses are less able to focus on one facet. the et offense forced teams to play 8 man fronts, easing the pass defense in the effort to stop the bleeding. had the et system been 50 50, defensive coordinators would have adjusted accordingly.

[the_pack]

its a close one between dodge and claybon

[drgnbkr]

its a close one between dodge and claybon

I hope they get to play against each other in the semis !

[the_pack]

Yes, but for the football season it will be 08'. I think?
it doesnt matter. he still has 3 seasons left of football. they say that he could be just as good or better than jeremy.

[bryanvikings]

jeremy claybon of lufkin

[Lp78]

I would have to say (but of course) Claybon is definitely in the running. Dodge should be the undisputed best that SLC has ever seen if he can stay injury free. He will be the man with the bulleye target pasted on his chest and every LB will have his number if the OL is weak. Predicting the future? 2006 - Claybon (it's a Lufkin thing)
2007 - Dodge (MVP)
2008 - Jeffrey Claybon should be in this running as it will be his Senior year

Please!! would someone get rid of the (it's a Lufkin thing) That is the most redneck backwoods THING that could be put on a shirt.

My vote of course: Claybon, great athlete with a good head on his shoulders. Should be the best QB since Outlaw has been in Lufkin.

[Mr. Buddy Garrity]

Jeremy Claybon.

[drgnbkr]

Please!! would someone get rid of the (it's a Lufkin thing) That is the most redneck backwoods THING that could be put on a shirt.

My vote of course: Claybon, great athlete with a good head on his shoulders. Should be the best QB since Outlaw has been in Lufkin.

Coach Outlaw was there for Reggie, right?

[rich_pack]

the qb at South Garland should be really fun to watch. Claybon will be good to, but I noticed he seems to throw alot of interceptions. maybe that will change this year. Also, the qb that transferred from Georgia to Wylie will turn a few heads as well. He has good size, 6-4 220 lbs. but not very speedy. I think his name is Patrick Witt

[Lp78]

Coach Outlaw was there for Reggie, right?

Yes

[pack0808]

the qb at South Garland should be really fun to watch. Claybon will be good to, but I noticed he seems to throw alot of interceptions. maybe that will change this year. Also, the qb that transferred from Georgia to Wylie will turn a few heads as well. He has good size, 6-4 220 lbs. but not very speedy. I think his name is Patrick Witt


Claybon did not throw a lot of interceptions?? he had an excellent td to int ratio.

[pack0808]

Coach Outlaw was there for Reggie, right?


Yes and Claybon will probably smash every one of his records before he is through.

[cyfalls 215]

What about mansfield summits QB john chiles??? this guy is pretty impressive... if he is not the best QB, he has to be the best athlete at QB at least.... right??