5 EYE-OPENING Performances from the Elite 11 in Austin

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The Elite 11 is an annual quarterback camp series where the top high school quarterbacks in the country showcase their skills and compete against each other, culminating with the Elite 11 Finals. The All 22 camp runs concurrently, offering testing and one-on-one drills for other position groups (RB, WR/TE, OL, DL, LB, DB). 

Here are five EYE-OPENERS who immediately caught everyone’s attention—these are the players who are flying somewhat under the radar but might not be for long. 

2026 QB Zach Johnson - Klein Cain: The Coastal Carolina staff, with former TXHSFB HC Paul Ressa as DPP, made a smart move offering this 6'4, 215-pounder. He possesses the size and arm strength coaches look for, along with the poise, demeanor and repeatable mechanics that kept him consistent throughout a long, demanding day of throws.

2026 DT Jarvis Spires - Cypress Springs: I had a blast watching this guy in the one-on-one competitions, especially how he used his hands to shed blocks and win reps. His hands are incredibly powerful, and he plays with great leverage, making it tough to push him backward. SFA, UTEP, Arkansas State, San Diego State and more have offered.

2026 OL Eddie Lartigue Jr. - Klein Collins: The DCTF three-star continues to impress at every stop, and his fit at center is too ideal for college programs to ignore. He has offers from Arkansas State, Lamar, North Texas and UTEP, but due to his positional value, P4 schools will be keeping an eye on him.

2026 QB Tyler Skrabanek - Richmond Randle: Won the Panini Accuracy Challenge alongside four-star El Paso Del Valle QB Jake Fette with 25 points. Despite leading his team to a 2024 state title, Skrabanek remains under the radar. A&M Commerce has offered, but more schools are sure to get involved soon.

2026 WR/TE Benny Okwura - Katy Jordan: Okwura had an impressive showing in one-on-ones, leveraging his 6'4 frame and long catch radius. He's been a consistent presence on the camp circuit this offseason, and his game continues to evolve. Offers have come in from Sam Houston, Texas Southern, Texas State, UTEP, Arkansas State and San Diego State.

Other Eye-Openers of Note: 2026 Lovejoy QB Jacob Janecek, 2026 Cypress Ridge DT Isaiah Broughton, 2026 Lexington QB Kase Evans, 2026 Austin Anderson RB Caleb Crenshaw, 2026 North Shore QB Kaleb Maryland, 2026 RB John Hebert Houston Strake Jesuit, 2026 Conroe Oak Ridge WR/TE James Scott

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