Shreveport area high school quarterbacks to watch for 2022 season
Jimmy Watson
The 2022 high school football season is inching closer. Here's a look at some of the top quarterbacks in the Shreveport area to watch and what some of their coaches said about them.
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Aiden Brock
North Caddo, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 190
Why selected: “Really looked good during 7-on-7 season even though his first year playing the position. Excited about his potential.” – Coach John Kavanaugh
Tackett Curtis
Many, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-3, 220
Why selected: Committed to Southern Cal as a linebacker/safety, Tackett Curtis has the talent to run the offense for a second consecutive season.
Luke Delafield
North DeSoto, Fr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 170
Why selected: “Luke Delafield’s gonna be special. Had a great spring game and it makes us better moving Sam Odom back to receiver.” – Coach Dennis Dunn
Preston Dierner
Airline, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-0, 175
Why selected: “Preston has the ability to make plays and is a very quick learner. Plays fast and always knows what's going on.” – Coach Justin Scogin
Ladarius Epps
Airline, Jr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 165
Why selected: “Ladarius throws the ball really well and can run as well. Has the ability to get out of trouble and make plays downfield.” – Coach Justin Scogin
Kamron Evans
Huntington, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-3, 200
Why selected: “Kam Evans, who has ULM and NSU offers, is the undebated heart and soul of the Raiders. Broke several school records as a junior and earned Times All-City honors. The Raiders will rely on Kam's veteran leadership as the Raiders replace many skill position players from last season.” – Coach Steve Dennis
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Peyton Fulghum
Evangel, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 210
Why selected: “Already with two years as a starter, Peyton Fulghum just keeps getting better and his leadership on the field is a great strength. He is expecting a breakout year in ‘22.” – Coach Denny Duron
Tyler Hughes
Red River, Jr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 195
Why selected: “Hughes will be taking over for Tre Smith and plans to build on the success we had last season. Tyler is two-sport athlete and one of the best pitchers in 2A. He’s going to have the opportunity to play baseball at the next level if he chooses to. He’s got incredible arm talent and the build every coach wants in their QB.” – Coach Jeff Harper
Jakobe Jackson
Minden, Jr.
Height, weight: 5-10, 170
Why selected: “Outstanding leadership abilities. Explosive athlete (4.4 40 yard dash), strong arm and highly intelligent.” – Coach Spencer Heard
Lake Lambert
Byrd, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-2, 195
Why selected: A veteran quarterback who led the Jackets to the 2020 state championship.
Tovoras Lee Jr.
Green Oaks, So.
Height, weight: 6-1, 185
Why selected: “Started every game as a freshman. Had some struggles early but, saw his confidence level increase all season. Big arm. Can make every throw.” – Coach Chadwick Lewis
Ashton Martin
Parkway, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-4, 180
Why selected: “Martin ran into some bad luck with an arm injury the spring of sophomore year and a broken collarbone in the fall of his junior year. Moved to Parkway in January and immediately made an impact on the baseball field. Martin had a great spring and will lead the Panthers this year. Currently holds 1 offer.” – Coach Coy Brotherton
Collin McKenzie
North Webster, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 170
Why selected: “One of the heartbeats of our team. A great leader. Has started at some position since he was a sophomore.” – Coach John Ware
Jaden Osborne
Ruston, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 160
Why selected: Osborne passed for 923 yards and four touchdowns while rushing for 850 yards and nine more scores last season.
Colin Rains
Haughton, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-1, 195
Why selected: Passed for 1,568 yards and 15 touchdowns last season while adding 541 rushing yards and eight more scores. “Tough as nails. Natural born leader.” – Coach Jason Brotherton
Quintarion Scott
Bossier, So.
Height, weight: 6-1, 189
Why selected: “A first-year starter who is extremely smart and driven. Great arm strength and accuracy on the ball. Love the fact that when things get hard, he continues to push through.” – Coach De’Aumante Johnson
Ben Taylor
Airline, So.
Height, weight: 6-1, 170
Why selected: “A long, tall natural thrower who made a few starts as a freshman. Has picked up the offense quickly and plays with confidence.” – Coach Justin Scogin
Kenyon Terrell
Captain Shreve, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 170
Why selected: Terrell has compiled 2,063 passing yards and 22 touchdowns with 397 rushing yards rushing and 8 scores. Is 13-2 as a starter. “Kenyon has the highest football IQ I’ve ever coached at the QB position.” – Coach Adam Kirby
Dekeldrick Thomas
Mansfield, Sr.
Height, weight: 5-11, 190
Why selected: Talented on a number of fronts, Thomas will also play safety for the Wolverines.
Gray Walters
Benton, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-2, 185
Why selected: “It’s been fun to watch him grow up and mature as our leader as a three-year starter. Can make every throw on the field and is very adept at reading defenses. Deceptively fast when he runs and he likes to get involved in the game through scrambling and running the ball.” – Coach Reynolds Moore
Mason Welch
Northwood, Sr.
Height, weight: 6-4, 225
Why selected: “Welch has an FCS offer. He’s the team captain, a member of FCA and a school and community leader. Big, strong arm who will finish his career second all-time in yards and touchdowns.” – Coach Austin Brown
Jimmy Watson covers Shreveport-Bossier area sports. Email him at jwatson@shreveporttimes.com and follow him on Twitter @JimmyWatson6.