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When you think about the great quarterbacks of this young league, there are few names that naturally come to mind. But first one might ask, what are the requirements of being a great quarterback. Is it yardage? Is it the ever-popular quarterback rating? Should playoff performance be considered? All of these things should probably be added to the equation, but what we want to do is look to the future. Who is likely to lead their team for years to come?
5. Desmond Kaplan-Chicago Reapers
-This California Kid was picked in the first round of the 2007 draft, thrown into the fire by Chicago, and left with 3rd degree burns. Throwing for just 6 touchdowns and 15 interceptions in 2007, Kaplan was sent the OSFL Summer League overseas without any hesitation. Kaplan returned in 2008 with more poise behind center throwing 10 touchdowns and 7 interceptions in 140 fewer attempts. He also raised his completion percentage 7% to just over 59%. This year, Chicago is looking for Kaplan to fully mature as a quarterback, especially since they have to face Dusty Galloway, Myron Allen, and now, Roy Parrish in the NC North.
4. Edgar Cote-Boston Fighting Irish
-Its pretty tough for a FCS player to make it to the PFL. Its even tougher for said player to be successful in the pros and 2nd year quarterback, Edgar Cote is learning that now. This Jackson State alum led the league in interception in 2008(27). He has had times where he's looked amazing, but more often than not Cote looks to have a propensity towards throwing to the opposite team. To his defense, however, Cote could use more help at the receiver position in Boston.
3. Myron Allen-North Liberty Enforcers
-Before I continue wring this I'd like to put in a disclaimer. I'm a NLB fan so my view may be a bit skewed. With that said, Allen had better produce this year. He has, arguably, the best young running back in the backfield with him. The front office went out and mortgaged the next three years of the team's future to get Siegrist from Charlotte. This former overall #1 pick has no more excuses, but then again he does have a 103.3 passer rating and has completed 83% of his passes through 2 games.
2. Rico Whalen-San Francisco Bayhawks
-Another FCS player and #1 overall pick, Rico Whalen is definitely a special young player. Thrown in the fray as a rookie, Whalen responded by leading the Bayhawks to a 10-6 record and a spot in the playoffs. Considered by some to have the most potential as a pure pocket passer, Whalen has not disappointed already throwing for 606 yards in just 2 games in 2009.
1. Roy Parrish-Dakota Totems
-Since this is the third quarterback highlighted out of the NC North, that usually means that this division must have had some tough times recently. For the Totems, however, the future looks darn bright now. Roy "The Chief" Parrish had scouts, GMs, and team owners everywhere raving about his freakishly raw talent and skill set coming out of "The Swamp." At this point in the season, Parrish is already considered to be better than 75% of the quarterbacks in the league. He's learning the position very quickly and may develop the skills to be the most amazing quarterback of this generatio
5. Desmond Kaplan-Chicago Reapers
-This California Kid was picked in the first round of the 2007 draft, thrown into the fire by Chicago, and left with 3rd degree burns. Throwing for just 6 touchdowns and 15 interceptions in 2007, Kaplan was sent the OSFL Summer League overseas without any hesitation. Kaplan returned in 2008 with more poise behind center throwing 10 touchdowns and 7 interceptions in 140 fewer attempts. He also raised his completion percentage 7% to just over 59%. This year, Chicago is looking for Kaplan to fully mature as a quarterback, especially since they have to face Dusty Galloway, Myron Allen, and now, Roy Parrish in the NC North.
4. Edgar Cote-Boston Fighting Irish
-Its pretty tough for a FCS player to make it to the PFL. Its even tougher for said player to be successful in the pros and 2nd year quarterback, Edgar Cote is learning that now. This Jackson State alum led the league in interception in 2008(27). He has had times where he's looked amazing, but more often than not Cote looks to have a propensity towards throwing to the opposite team. To his defense, however, Cote could use more help at the receiver position in Boston.
3. Myron Allen-North Liberty Enforcers
-Before I continue wring this I'd like to put in a disclaimer. I'm a NLB fan so my view may be a bit skewed. With that said, Allen had better produce this year. He has, arguably, the best young running back in the backfield with him. The front office went out and mortgaged the next three years of the team's future to get Siegrist from Charlotte. This former overall #1 pick has no more excuses, but then again he does have a 103.3 passer rating and has completed 83% of his passes through 2 games.
2. Rico Whalen-San Francisco Bayhawks
-Another FCS player and #1 overall pick, Rico Whalen is definitely a special young player. Thrown in the fray as a rookie, Whalen responded by leading the Bayhawks to a 10-6 record and a spot in the playoffs. Considered by some to have the most potential as a pure pocket passer, Whalen has not disappointed already throwing for 606 yards in just 2 games in 2009.
1. Roy Parrish-Dakota Totems
-Since this is the third quarterback highlighted out of the NC North, that usually means that this division must have had some tough times recently. For the Totems, however, the future looks darn bright now. Roy "The Chief" Parrish had scouts, GMs, and team owners everywhere raving about his freakishly raw talent and skill set coming out of "The Swamp." At this point in the season, Parrish is already considered to be better than 75% of the quarterbacks in the league. He's learning the position very quickly and may develop the skills to be the most amazing quarterback of this generatio
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