Who's the top QB in Texas for 2025?

#1: Keelon Russell, Duncanville

#2: Ty Hawkins, San Antonio Lady Bird Johnson

#3: Adam Schobel, Columbus

#4: Kevin Sperry, Denton Guyer

Because he has the full toolbox. He's tall (6-foot-4), sees the whole field, has great touch and an absolute rifle for an arm. He can make 50-plus yard throws with ease. He's also got the ability to run -- honestly, I think he's more of a dual threat than a pro-style quarterback. But that's neither here nor there. Russell, who flipped from SMU to Alabama this past weekend, reminds me of Jalen Milroe, but he's a more refined passer. That could mean trouble for the SEC.

I think Carney's passing game is more refined and he has better field vision. Webb likes to find his first read and get the ball out; if he's pressured, he still sticks with the primary receiver. Carney works his progressions better. Of course, it's always a risk putting a productive private school player ahead of a productive public school player -- even at 3A -- but I'm doing it anyway.

Even though Russell currently has a higher Rivals ranking than Longstreet, Landyn and I both agree that we'd put Longstreet at the top of the list if he were in Texas. I'd do for a few reasons: first, his release is lightning fast. Russell gets the ball out quickly, but Longstreet does it in a blink of an eye. Russell is accurate, but Longstreet is even more accurate. Russell's a better runner, but Longstreet can move and is a little more physical when he takes off. Both have excellent touch and outstanding arm strength, so I'll go with the guy who processes a bit quicker and gets the ball out faster. Your mileage may vary, so tell me if you disagree.