Around the country, some of the nation’s top quarterback talents are already being recognized and recruited by some of the best college universities in the country. In Texas football, particularly Texas High School football, produces some of the nation’s best gunslingers year in and year out.

To gain an advantage over the competition, many college football programs begin recruiting underclassmen, such as the class of 2028, early and often. Here are some of the top emerging quarterback recruits, along with several other names that will undoubtedly become highly rated and sought after by universities like the Texas Longhorns, Michigan Wolverines, Ohio State Buckeyes, Georgia Bulldogs, and many more.

Top Five Quarterbacks in Texas

Tristin “TK” Gaines, QB , Waller , 6-1 / 175

Tristin has an impressive total of seven Division I early offers from schools like Baylor, Houston, SMU, and TCU to name a few. Mostly in state schools, looking to keep guys in the state. Gaines has a strong arm with plenty of strenght, velocity and accuracy. In 2024, in the Texas District 16- 6A, Tristen earned Offensive Newcomer of the Year as a freshman.

Jaxon Schad, QB , Weiss , 5-11 / 160

Weiss’s own Jaxon Schad has five early Division I offers at the moment of writing this from schools like Houston, UNT, SMU, Texas Tech, and UTSA. Last season’s stats for Schad had over 2,500 passing yards and racked up 32 passing touchdowns with 3 rushing touchdowns to add to his total of overall production. A highly productive and impressive player who will be special for Weiss for years to come and could be among the nation’s elite.

Carter Zingelmann , QB , Coppell , 6-5 / 215

With Zinegelmann’s impressive stature at 6-foot-5, 215lbs, its no wonder why some college football programs have take an early interest in Coppell’s young star quarterback. Baylor, Houston, Midwestern State, and UTSA have offered Carter.

Hudson Tomcheck , QB , Southlake Carroll , 6-3 / 175

One quarterback who has been turning heads and making headlines recently is Tomcheck, who plays for the Southlake Carroll Dragons, a team known for producing top-tier quarterbacks and other positions. Baylor, Houston, and SMU have extended early offers to Tomcheck, whose father notably played for the Baylor Bears from 1999 to 2002. Hudson has some pedigree and has garnered attention with his arm talent. Look for him to be special this fall and for years to come.

Hayes Hackney, QB , Prosper Walnut Grove , 5-10 / 160

Despite his lack of size, this quarterback prospect has plenty of time to grow and develop. Hayes has caught the attention of many top college football programs with his impressive arm talent. With a flick of the wrist, Hackney can heave the football deep down the field—fifty yards or more—and hit receivers in stride. His throws and plays impress everyone, leading to points and ultimately winning games.

Looking Foward

Look for all of these quarterback class of 2028 Texas High School quarterback recruits to continue making their names known on a national level and become some of the country’s best. These young athletes are not only showcasing their skills on the field but are also working hard to establish their reputations and legacies in the highly competitive world of high school football. Here are a few others that we believe you should know about, as they are making significant strides in their development and performance. We won’t reveal all of them just yet; you’ll have to stay tuned to see which other top young gunslingers could easily become elite in the coming years. Their journeys are just beginning, and the excitement surrounding their potential is palpable. Keep an eye on these rising stars as they continue to impress and make headlines in the football community.

Honorable Mentions

Jaxon Knapp , QB , China Springs , 6-2, 170

Brenden Freeney , QB , South Oak Cliff , 6-3 / 205

West Elisala Stansbury , QB , Coronado , 6-4 / 220

Camren Phillips, QB , Life Oak Cliff , 5-10, 160

Quaid Ferris, QB , Bushland , 6-4 / 190

Micah Lewis , QB , DeSoto

Hassan Woolery , QB , Harlingen High , 6-2 / 175