Scouting Journals for Jake Nawrot

Instinctual quarterback prospect with the passing skill and physical traits to make him one of the top passers in the 2027 cycle. Measured at around 6-foot-3, 200 pounds with 10-inch hands prior to his senior season. First year starter as a junior who exploded on the scene, turning in one of the best seasons of his top-ranked peers, completing 71.1% of his passes for 3,078 yards and a state best 41 touchdown passes against 2 interceptions. Has a high-end combination of arm strength and accuracy. Able to push the ball downfield without much strain and generates easy velocity in the camp setting. Has a tight, replicable release that allows for consistent ball placement. Plays with an innate feel on Friday nights. A fluid, natural mover in his lower body, making for coordinated footwork and mechanics. Slides in the pocket to avoid pressure. Steps up and takes hits while delivering strikes over the middle of the field Put more difficult throws on junior film than any other top quarterback prospect in the cycle. Capable of picking up yards when the play breaks down, rushing for 8 scores as a junior. Doubles as a good high school basketball player and spent much of his early high school career on the hardwood. Had a fantastic debut season, but will need to continue banking valuable in-game reps as he continues developing.

Jake Nawrot should be a national prospect coming out of his junior season. The 6-foot-4, 190-pounder looks like one of the more talented quarterbacks in the 2027 cycle, pairing physical upside with a high passing skill. Nawrot exploded in his first year as a starter at Arlington Heights (Ill.) Hersey, throwing for 41 touchdowns to two interceptions at 11.7 yards per attempt. He’s an instinctive, decisive passer with a live arm. The film is littered with high-difficulty throws. Nawrot doubles as a skilled basketball player and you can see the athleticism cross over to the football field. He’s a free mover with quick feet and the ability to avoid pressure and mitigate sacks.