​Top-tier quarterbacks often anchor elite high school football programs, and the Greater Savannah area has witnessed no shortage of standout signal-callers in recent years. Benedictine has enjoyed an impressive string of talented quarterbacks, with Stephen Cannon now a freshman at Texas Tech, Luke Kromenhoek continuing his college career with the University of South Florida and Pittsburgh’s Holden Geriner progressing to the Division I level. Calvary Day alum Jake Merklinger has transferred to UConn after beginning his college journey at Tennessee, further signaling the depth of quarterback talent associated with this region.
As the 2026 season approaches in roughly a month, we recently examined the top returning quarterbacks in the Greater Savannah area. The opportunity now exists for readers to cast their votes for their favorite quarterback in an open poll with no voting restrictions. The poll will remain open until Thursday, July 23, at 10 a.m. The candidates span several programs and showcase a mix of experience, leadership, and playmaking ability that have defined the area’s recent quarterback landscape.
Calvary Day’s James Mobley, a quarterback who has already impressed in big-game settings, is shown delivering a pass in the GHSA Private football state championship against Hebron Christian on December 17, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Jordan Turner, the dynamic playmaker from Bethesda, is pictured sprinting toward the right pylon on a 25-yard touchdown run during the Blazers’ SCISA state championship victory over Pee Dee Academy on November 22, 2025. These moments illustrate the high level of competition and the key figures fans will have a chance to recognize in the upcoming poll.
For readers seeking more insight into the area’s football beat, Dennis Knight covers sports for the Savannah Morning News and can be reached at Dknight@savannahnow.com. You can also follow his work on Twitter at @DennisKnightSMN. This article originally appeared in the Savannah Morning News. The purpose of sharing this voting opportunity is to generate engagement around the region’s top returning quarterback talent and to highlight the players who are set to lead their teams in the 2026 season.
In the broader context of the Greater Savannah football community, the aim is to celebrate the development of homegrown quarterbacks who have elevated their programs and carried high expectations into each season. The poll provides a platform for fans, teammates, and coaches to acknowledge the players who have stood out through last season’s battles, recent championships, and the ongoing pursuit of excellence on Friday nights across Savannah and its surrounding areas. As the 2026 slate unfolds, the area will once again be watched closely for signal-caller leadership, arm strength, decision-making, and the ability to rise to the occasion in pressure-filled moments.