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Which Elite 11 Alumni could be selected in the 2023 NFL Draft?
Joey Grant
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Apr 27, 2023
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Brand Building / NIL
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For years, the Elite 11 quarterback camp has been the premier destination for high school signal-callers hoping to refine their skills and catch the attention of college coaches. But in recent years, the event has also become a pipeline for NFL talent. Quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Justin Herbert all honed their skills at Elite 11 before going on to successful college careers and, eventually, becoming first-round draft picks. As the 2023 NFL Draft approaches, there are several Elite 11 alumni expected to hear their names called in Kansas City. From Bryce Young to Max Duggan, these young passers have been groomed for success and are poised to continue the Elite 11's tradition of producing top-tier NFL talent. As the league increasingly prioritizes the quarterback position, the impact of Elite 11 on the NFL landscape is more important than ever. Will this year's class of Elite 11 alumni continue the tradition of success, or will they fall short of expectations? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the eyes of the football world will be watching some exciting names be called this weekend. Here's a breakdown of each Elite 11 Alumni that could be selected in the 2023 NFL Draft: Bryce Young - 2019 Elite 11 Winner College: Ohio State Buckeyes Former Alabama quarterback Bryce Young is a highly skilled and intelligent passer, impressing scouts with his advanced instincts, excellent feel, and ability to work all levels of the field. In 2022, he completed 65 percent of his passes for 3,328 yards, 32 touchdowns, and five interceptions while adding four rushing touchdowns. Despite falling short of a National Championship, Young's impressive performance earned him the Heisman Trophy. Despite his shorter stature, Young compensates with his accuracy, consistently placing the ball well and threading tight windows with ease. His timing and precision when hitting receivers on the run help create big plays after the catch. Additionally, Young's mobility and escapability make him a dual-threat quarterback capable of scrambling and throwing on the run. However, his size remains a concern for some NFL team sources who worry about his ability to hold up against pro defenders. Nonetheless, Young's talent and skill set have drawn comparisons to Kyler Murray, and he has been praised as a potentially better college quarterback than Tua Tagovailoa or Mac Jones. C. J. Stroud - 2019 Elite 11 Finalist College: Ohio State Buckeyes Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud impressed at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, displaying remarkable arm talent and accuracy. In the 2022 season, he completed 66 percent of his passes for 3,688 yards, 41 touchdowns, and six interceptions, showcasing his polished skill set and strong arm. In his final game against Georgia, Stroud displayed impressive footwork and playmaking abilities. Stroud's precision with ball placement and ability to hit receivers on the run make him an excellent passer. He is composed and stands tall in the pocket, delivering the ball even when under pressure. While Stroud has some functional mobility, he does not rely on his running abilities and could be more aggressive on third-and-manageable situations. The biggest concern for NFL teams is that he does not utilize his feet enough to make plays. He is a highly talented dual-threat quarterback with the potential to be a first-round pick, perhaps even at the top of Round 1. Anthony Richardson - 2019 Elite 11 Finalist College: Florida Gators Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson impressed at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine with his fast 40-time and powerful arm. While he had some standout performances during the 2022 season, such as leading the Gators to an upset over Utah and throwing for 453 yards against Tennessee, Richardson also struggled with accuracy and inconsistency, costing his team in games against Kentucky, Georgia, and Florida State. He completed just 54 percent of his passes for 2,549 yards, 17 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, but was a strong runner with 629 yards and nine touchdowns on the ground. Despite his flaws, Richardson's physical talent and upside make him a highly sought-after prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft, with some sources comparing another former Elite 11 Finalist - Cam Newton. However, he has been criticized for his inaccurate passing and needs to improve his decision-making and field reading skills. Richardson's current consensus ranking is third among quarterbacks, but he has the potential to rise even higher in the draft due to high demand for quarterback talent. Dorian Thompson Robinson - 2017 Elite 11 Finalist College: UCLA Bruins Dorian Thompson-Robinson, the quarterback from UCLA, had a successful season in 2022, completing 70 percent of his passes for 3,154 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Additionally, he scored 12 touchdowns on the ground. Although he has potential as a backup, Thompson-Robinson must improve his pocket-passing skills to achieve success at the professional level. Despite this, he had an impressive performance at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, particularly during his throwing session. Thompson-Robinson has started for five years and demonstrated improvement over time, including a better understanding of how to read the field. Although he is mobile, his success comes from throwing on time and utilizing possession throws as his foundation. He has some weaknesses, including lapses in vision and judgment against zones and when under pressure. Thompson-Robinson could find a spot in the NFL as a QB3, but he has a ceiling as a QB2. He has shown improvement under head coach Chip Kelly, gets through his progressions with good timing, and has the ability to make plays when the pocket breaks down. However, he needs to improve his delivery operation, decision-making, and accuracy on deep-ball passes. Tanner Mckee - 2017 Elite 11 Finalist College: Standford Cardinal Tanner McKee, the Stanford quarterback, has caught the eye of some NFL evaluators despite his team's struggles in 2022. Standing tall with excellent size, McKee boasts a strong arm that allows him to throw the ball downfield with a nice loft on touch passes. He completed 62 percent of his passes for 2,947 yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in 2022, and 65 percent of his passes for 2,327 yards, 15 touchdowns, and seven picks in 2021. However, McKee's unorthodox delivery becomes even more irregular when he feels rushed. He can make all the NFL throws with a tight spiral and good velocity on intermediate and deep throws to the field side. Still, his clunky feet and lack of agility limit his effectiveness outside of the pocket and make him vulnerable to pass rushers when protection is spotty. While McKee improved his throwing process in 2022, his decision-making and mobility may hinder his chances in today's NFL. McKee's TD-INT ratio of 3:3 over his final seven games and struggles with ball placement and aiming short throws could be areas he needs to work on. Jake Haener - 2017 Elite 11 Finalist College: Fresno State Bulldogs In the 2022 season, quarterback Jake Haener completed an impressive 72-percent of his passes for 2,896 yards, 20 touchdowns, and three interceptions, despite missing most of October due to an injury. He showcased his potential at the Senior Bowl and could serve as a reliable backup for an NFL team. In 2021, Haener played for the Bulldogs and threw for 4,096 yards, 33 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, while in 2020, he had a respectable debut with 2,021 yards, 14 touchdowns, and five interceptions. Despite his below-average size and arm talent, Haener possesses an above-average football IQ and plays with a pre-snap plan, quickly getting the ball out against the blitz. He can sense edge pressure and slide to find a new location to throw from. However, his lack of arm strength may limit his ability to make window throws, and he needs to improve his consistency with ball placement. Moreover, his limited mobility outside the pocket makes it difficult for him to elude sacks. Max Duggan - 2018 Elite 11 Finalist College: TCU Horned Frogs Max Duggan had a productive 2022 season, completing 64 percent of his passes for 3,698 yards, 32 touchdowns, and eight interceptions. He also rushed for 423 yards and nine touchdowns. However, his performance at the Senior Bowl was not impressive. Despite lacking an elite trait, Duggan has above-average athleticism, toughness, and processing speed. He surprised scouts with his sub-4.6 40-yard dash time at the combine. He is particularly dangerous in the red zone, where he can use his legs to make plays. However, some evaluators see him as a backup quarterback with a skill set similar to that of Sam Ehlinger or Tim Tebow. Duggan's strengths include his toughness, leadership, and ability to find a rhythm from RPOs. He is also an improvisational thrower with good pocket awareness. However, he struggles with deep-ball power and placement and often forces receivers to break stride. His intangibles give him a chance to succeed as an NFL backup, but his limitations as a passer may limit his ceiling. Myles Brennan - 2016 Elite 11 Finalist College: LSU Tigers Myles Brennan, a former Elite-11 quarterback from St. Stanislaus High School, joined LSU in 2017. In his freshman year, he played in only one game and threw for 65 yards with a completion rate of 66.7 percent and no touchdowns. During his sophomore year, he played in eight games and passed for 352 yards on 40 attempts, with a completion rate of 60 percent and one touchdown. Brennan's junior year saw him play in three games, passing for 1,112 yards on 131 attempts with a completion rate of 60.3 percent, 11 touchdowns, and nine sacks. According to scouting reports, Brennan has a strong arm and can throw the ball accurately downfield. He is a tall and confident passer who can make good reads and has a good touch on the ball. Brennan is also an excellent deep ball thrower and can get the ball there with proper touch down the sideline. However, his inconsistent mechanics, stride, and accuracy when throwing into tight windows are areas that need improvement. Overall, Brennan has the potential to develop into a pocket passer with his arm talent, but he needs to work on his technique and consistency. Sean Clifford - 2016 Elite 11 Finalist College: Penn State Nittany Lions Sean Clifford, the former Penn State quarterback, has been a visible passer on the current draft circuit due to his four years of starting experience. Although Clifford had some quality receiving talent at Penn State, he struggled to develop as a pocket passer, and his accuracy was especially bad in 2021, limiting the production of receiver Jahan Dotson. Clifford showed some improvement in 2022, where he connected on 64 percent of his passes for 2,822 yards, 24 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. However, his NFL draft prospects are limited, and he is seen as a third-string caliber quarterback. Clifford began his Penn State career as a redshirt in 2017, backed up Trace McSorley in 2018, and became the starter in 2019. Across his five seasons, Clifford completed 61.2 percent of his passes for 10,382 yards, 84 touchdowns, and 31 interceptions. Clifford's future in the pros remains uncertain.
2023 Elite 11 Digital Combine: How To Perform Each Throw In The Pro Day Script
Joey Grant
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Apr 14, 2023
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Virtual Event
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The Pro Day Script is an essential activity within the Elite 11 Digital Combine and is the part of the combine where quarterbacks get to show what they can really do. It is every quarterback's free opportunity to wow the Elite 11 coaches and earn their ticket to an Elite 11 Regional. In the Introduce Yourself and Athleticism activities in the Digital Combine, coaches are able to see the type of person you are and what amazing plays you are capable of, but the Pro Day is what separates the All-State teams from the All-Americans. If you haven't submitted your Pro Day Script yet, you're in the right place because we are going to walk through each required throw and show you exactly what is expected. The Pro Day Script is one of the activities in the Elite 11 Digital Combine, which is an open tryout for the "Premier Quarterback Camp in the Country". The Pro Day Script is a workout that is very similar to the Pro Day that college football quarterbacks complete before the NFL Draft. Within it, there are 21 different throws that quarterbacks will complete. Before you begin recording your Pro Day, remember a few things that Elite 11 lines out in the activity: The workout will last between 10 and 15 minutes and should be performed on a regulation football field or open space (i.e. an area at least 40 yards wide) You will need between two and four wide receivers to run routes and catch passes You will need to record and submit your entire Pro Day Script in one continuous clip Have a person film your workout by standing behind the QB, filming with iPhone/iPad & holding the device HORIZONTALLY Keep your Pro Day Script video submission to 15 minutes or less Now that you know the basic ground rules for submitting a Pro Day Script to the Elite 11 Digital Combine on GMTM, here is a description and instructions for each throw you will complete. For more information and a video of how the Pro Day Script should look, check out the instructional video on the Activity page. Throw #1: Quick Slant to Left Description: This is a short, quick pass to the left side of the field. The receiver will run a slant route, cutting inside towards the middle of the field. Instructions: Get under center and take a 3-step drop. Look to your left and find the receiver running the quick slant route. As soon as the receiver makes his cut, throw the ball to his chest. Throw #2: Backside 3-Progression of Slant-Spacing w/ 8-Yard Stop to Right Description: This is a medium-range pass to the right side of the field. The receiver will run a series of routes, with the final route being an 8-yard stop Instructions: Get under center and take a 3-step drop. Look to your right and find the receiver running the backside slant route. If the slant route is not open, move on to the next progression and look for the spacing route. If the spacing route is not open, move on to the final progression and look for the 8-yard stop route. When you find the open receiver, throw the ball to his chest. %FILM-8215643% QB Noah Vellathaimbi completed his 21 throws at his high school field in Hurricane, West Virginia. Throw #3: Quick Slant to Right off RPO Action Description: This is a quick pass to the right side of the field, with the option to hand the ball off to a running back. Instructions: Get into the gun formation. Begin the RPO action and fake the handoff to the running back. Look to your right and find the receiver running the quick slant route. As soon as the receiver makes his cut, throw the ball to his chest. Throw #4: 10-12 Yard Speed Out to Right Description: This is a medium-range pass to the right side of the field. The receiver will run a speed out route, cutting toward the sideline. Instructions: Get under center and take a 5-step drop without resetting. Look to your right and find the receiver running the speed out route. As soon as the receiver makes his cut, throw the ball to his chest. Throw #5: Skinny Post/Bang 8 to Right Description: This is a long pass down the middle of the field to the right side. The receiver will run a skinny post or bang 8 route, which involves cutting towards the middle of the field and then breaking towards the sideline. Instructions: Get into the gun formation. Take a 3-step drop without resetting. Look to your right and find the receiver running the skinny post or bang 8 route. Use a driven throw with no air to get the ball to the receiver's chest. Throw #6: Skinny Post/Bang 8 to Left Description: This is a long pass down the middle of the field to the left side. The receiver will run a skinny post or bang 8 route, which involves cutting toward the middle of the field and then breaking toward the sideline. Instructions: Get into the gun formation. Begin the RPO action and flip your hips to face the left side of the field. Look to your left and find the receiver running the skinny post or bang 8 route. Use a driven throw with no air to get the ball to the receiver's chest. Throw #7 - Deep Cross WR Build to 22 Yards Description: This is a deep pass to a receiver who runs a cross route at a depth of 22 yards downfield. The play begins with a play-action fake to the left, and the quarterback throws to the receiver as he reaches the other side of the field. Instructions: The quarterback lines up under center and fakes a handoff to the left before looking downfield for the receiver running the deep cross. The throw should be made as the receiver reaches the other side of the field, ideally hitting him in stride. Throw #8 - Slot-Seam (Inside WR on 4-Verts) to Right Description: This is a quick pass to a slot receiver who runs a seam route down the middle of the field. The quarterback takes a quick three-step drop and throws to the receiver as he breaks open to the right side of the field. Instructions: The quarterback lines up in the shotgun formation and takes a quick three-step drop before throwing to the slot receiver running the seam route. The throw should be made as the receiver breaks open to the right side of the field. %FILM-8219409% QB Aleks Sitkowski completed his Elite 11 Pro Day Script at his high school field in Warminster, Pennsylvania. Throw #9 - Slot-Seam (Inside WR on 4-Verts) to Left Description: This is a similar play to the previous one, but the receiver runs a seam route to the left side of the field instead. The quarterback takes a three-step drop, looks to the right to move the defense, then resets and throws to the open receiver on the left side. Instructions: The quarterback lines up in the shotgun formation and takes a quick three-step drop while looking to the right to move the defense. Then, the quarterback resets and throws to the slot receiver running the seam route on the left side of the field. Throw #10 - 12-Yard Curl to Right Description: This is a mid-range pass to a receiver who runs a curl route to the right side of the field. The quarterback takes a five-step drop and throws to the receiver as he breaks back toward the line of scrimmage. Instructions: The quarterback lines up under center and takes a five-step drop while looking downfield. Then, the quarterback throws to the receiver running the curl route on the right side of the field as he breaks back toward the line of scrimmage. Throw #11 - 14-Yard Curl to Left Description: This is a similar play to the previous one, but the receiver runs a curl route to the left side of the field instead. The quarterback takes a five-step drop while looking to the right side of the field, then resets and throws to the open receiver on the left side. Instructions: The quarterback lines up under center and takes a five-step drop while looking to the right side of the field to move the defense. Then, the quarterback resets and throws to the receiver running the curl route on the left side of the field. Throw #12 - 20-yard Run-Back to Right Sideline Description: A play-action fake to the left followed by a bootleg to the right, throwing a 20-yard pass to the right sideline on the move. Instructions: Take the snap from under center and fake the handoff to the left. Then, bootleg to the right side of the field and throw a 20-yard pass on the run to the right sideline without setting your feet. Throw #13 - 15-yard Dig to Left off Scramble Description: A 15-yard pass to the left sideline thrown while scrambling to the left. Instructions: Take the snap from under center and execute a 7-step drop. If the pocket collapses, step up and escape to the left while keeping your eyes downfield. Then, throw a 15-yard pass to the left sideline on the move without setting your feet. %FILM-8219383% QB Camren Cavalier completed his 21 throws at his high school field in Canadian, Texas. Throw #14 - 15-yard Dig to Right Description: A 15-yard pass to the right sideline thrown after executing a 7-step drop with one reset. Instructions: Take the snap from under center and execute a 7-step drop with one reset. Then, throw a 15-yard pass to the right sideline. Throw #15 - Deep Sail Left to WR, Break out at 12 Build to 22 Yards by Sideline Description: A play-action fake to the left followed by a deep 22-yard pass down the left sideline. Instructions: Take the snap from under center and fake the handoff to the left. Then, throw a deep sail route down the left sideline to a wide receiver breaking out at the 12-yard mark, building to 22 yards by the sideline. Throw #16 - Rail-Shot to Right Against Cover 2 Description: A rail-shot pass to the right side of the field against Cover 2, thrown without loft in the ball. Instructions: Take the snap from the gun formation with RPO action, and reset for a driven throw without air. Execute a rail-shot pass to the right side of the field to a wide receiver stuttering outside and then getting vertical against Cover 2. Throw #17 - Deep Ball to Right off Scramble Description: A deep pass to the right sideline thrown while scrambling to the right. Instructions: Take the snap from the gun formation and execute a 5-step drop. If the pocket collapses, step up and escape to the right side of the field while keeping your eyes downfield. Then, throw a deep pass to the right sideline while on the move without setting your feet. Throw #18 - Go/9 Route to Right Description: A deep pass down the right sideline thrown after a gun 3-step drop with eyes down the middle on the first two steps. Instructions: Take the snap from the gun formation and execute a 3-step drop with eyes down the middle on the first two steps. Then, throw a deep pass down the right sideline on a Go/9 route. Throw #19 - Red-Zone Post to Right Description: A post route thrown to the right side of the field in the red zone, designed to clear the safety with a high-velocity throw. Instructions: Take the snap from the gun formation and execute a 5-step drop with a reset. Then, throw a high-velocity post route to the right side of the field in the red zone, designed to clear the safety. Throw #20 - Red-zone back-shoulder fade to right Description: The quarterback throws a back-shoulder fade pass to a receiver positioned on the right side of the end zone in the red zone. Instructions: The quarterback will take a one-step drop and then reset before throwing the ball to the outside back ear of the receiver. This throw requires good timing and accuracy to get the ball over the defender while placing it where only the receiver can catch it. Throw #21 - Red-zone back line dig over defender Description: The quarterback throws a pass to a receiver running a back line dig route in the red zone over a defender. Instructions: The quarterback will take a three-step drop and reset before delivering the ball over the defender who is placed about two to three yards deep in the end zone. The receiver will run the back line dig route and the quarterback will have to time the throw correctly to get the ball over the defender's outstretched arms and into the receiver's hands.
‘West Virginia gets overlooked’: QB Noah Vellaithambi on his Elite 11 Regional Invite
Joey Grant
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Apr 9, 2023
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Athlete Spotlight
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Noah Vellaithambi, the starting quarterback at Hurricane High School in West Virginia, has been making some noise on GMTM recently after receiving an invitation to the Elite 11 Regional in Pennsylvania. A rising star in the Ohio Valley high school football scene, Vellaithambi has been turning heads with his impressive performances on the field and his dedication off of it. %USER-1355794% Vellaithambi received his invite from Elite 11 last month after he participated in the 2023 Elite 11 Digital Combine. Each year, dozens of quarterbacks compete at Elite 11 camps around the country - all hoping to earn the next invite and ultimately land at the Elite 11 finals with the best passers in your class. Because of the quality of Elite 11’s camp process, the phrase Elite 11 Finalist has become synonymous with Heisman Trophy Winner or First-Round Draft Pick. Noah Vellaithambi shares a lot of the traits of past Elite 11 quarterbacks like Trevor Lawrence and C.J. Stroud. But the storyline that stands out to those who meet Vellaithambi is how much he loves the sport and plays it with humility despite his obvious talent. The storyline for recruiters is obvious, too.  For instance, he’s a team leader from the Rust Belt - Football’s heart and soul. And he’s athletic and mobile in the pocket with an arm that can reach the entire field. Those are two old-fashioned qualities every coach is looking for in their play-caller.  When he was asked which great quarterback he tries to mold himself, Noah even responded with something along those lines: “I don't mold myself after anyone. I just do me… I just feel like I can run the ball well and it helped us a lot in the playoffs... And I throw the ball well too. I like to throw outside of the pocket because I have good accuracy outside the pocket...” In a recent interview with GMTM.com, Vellaithambi shared his journey so far as a high school quarterback, how he landed at quarterback, and GMTM helped him get the nod from the coaches at Elite 11. Vellaithambi, the class of 2025 starting quarterback at Hurricane High School (WV), has been playing football since he was seven years old. In fact, he never really was interested in much else. That interest in the sport was - in part - thanks to his dad. Before helping his son record his Elite 11 Pro Day script earlier this year, Noah’s dad had spent a lot of time leading his son on the football field. “He's a big supporter of me - probably my biggest supporter and he's always been a coach. He coached me in middle school and little league,” Vellaithambi said in a zoom call last week. %FILM-8215643% It was playing for his dad’s middle school football team when Vellaithambi found himself at quarterback for the first time when his team could only run the Wildcat formation… “I didn't start playing quarterback till sixth grade. I used to play receiver,” admitted Vellaithambi. “I only became a quarterback cause my team didn't have one. Stepping up when his team needs him is kind of a trend in Vellaithambi’s football career. Just a few years after giving up the wide receiver position to fill the empty spot under center, Vellaithambi was carrying his entire school farther than any Hurricane quarterback ever had. As the sophomore starting quarterback Noah took the Redskins to the school’s first-ever semifinal game in the West Virginia State Playoffs. On the way there, he recorded five passing touchdowns in one playoff game. You can watch them all here.  On his team’s win against University (Morgantown, WV): “We played a good game the first round of the playoffs. It was a home game. It was wet outside. We just came out and played well and finished the job.” %FILM-8215660% His performance cemented his place as one of the most talented quarterbacks in the state…. at least for a little while. The process to be recruited as a college football quarterback is a year-round process with new headlines every few hours. By the time Noah was done with his week-long break from football after the season, his Hurricane football team was old news, despite the 129 points they scored in their three playoff games. But just as he stepped up to play quarterback in seventh grade, and to earn more postseason snaps than any quarterback in his high school’s history, Noah’s pursuit in his sophomore year didn’t stop. His early offseason was spent in the weight room and on the field, with his weekends booked with campus visits to schools in and around West Virginia. He even picked up an offer from Miami (OH) University, a MAC program just a few hours away from Hurricane, and West Virginia State. Noah’s plans for his offseason changed, though, after he saw a few other quarterbacks earning their Elite 11 Regional Invitations on Twitter. The invites were being sent after some other elite quarterbacks in his class uploaded film to the Elite 11 Digital Combine on GMTM. “We just saw a bunch of quarterbacks on Twitter getting the invites and so we went to GMTM and saw we had to do the Pro Day video and submit it. We had a couple of receivers from my team that caught for me… and a few weeks later I got the invite.” In its third year, the Elite 11 Digital Combine allows high school quarterbacks from around the country to submit a Pro Day script to the camp coaches virtually. From coast to coast, aspiring college recruits were able to be seen, evaluated, and maybe even invited by Elite 11 coaches. Noah’s Digital Pro Day script was similar. From his high school field in West Virginia with his dad recording on an iPhone camera, Noah uploaded a video for coaches hundreds of miles away. Eight minutes and 21 throws later, Noah earned his spot at the Elite 11 Northeast Regional later this spring in State College, Pennsylvania. Despite his two offers from local universities, Noah still has a dream of playing quarterback at a school close by… and it isn’t the Mountaineers. No, on the field at Hurricane High, Noah is about equidistant from Morgantown and another football-crazy town that he would choose over all else: Columbus, Ohio. Vellaithambi, the southwest West Virginia native wants to be a Buckeye… at least for now. With two years of high school football ahead of him and perhaps an Elite 11 Final along the way, Vellaithambi has a lot more phone calls and emails to open from wishful college football coaches. And his attitude on the competition that will start when he gets to campus certainly won’t keep him away from a top college program: “I'm excited to be in a place a bunch of different quarterbacks I can compare (myself) to… The quarterback room at my high school is not too deep, but it is still a battle every day.” Throughout the process, it’s certain that one thing is driving him while also keeping his feet firmly on the turf - a free college education: “I would go anywhere that wants me… free school is everything to me. If a school wants me to play football too and I get free school, I would love that.” Vellaithambi's story isn’t that different from a few of the top quarterbacks he’ll be throwing with at the Elite 11 Regional in Pennsylvania. What separates this quarterback from other high school standouts with great arm talent is his integrity and work ethic. And it’s a lesson for other young quarterbacks who see his story… reminding them that you earn big situations like Playoff Games and quarterback camps with the hard work you put in by yourself on the days in between. Joey Grant is the co-founder and CEO of GMTM.com, and a former college football player at UCF. He believes that sports is the greatest vehicle to increase opportunities in the world and he will die on that hill.

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