High School QBs Who Will Change Positions in College Football

Many high school coaches put their best athlete at quarterback so they can touch the ball on every play. These athletes are good football players, but quarterback is likely not their best position.

While many high school quarterback recruits in the 2014 class will get a chance to continue their growth at the position in college, several will have to change positions. These certain prospects display traits, athleticism and speed that can be better utilized at different areas of the field rather than behind the center.

A quarterback who leads a national powerhouse could change positions in college, while a dual-threat passer from Louisiana has the natural skills of a receiver. Also, a field general who has prototypical size may actually be better suited for several other positions.

Player evaluations are based on review of tape at Scout.com, Rivals, 247Sports and ESPNU.

Devin Voorhies

A 4-star LSU commitment, Devin Voorhies is one of the top pure athletes in the Tigers' class. The 6'2", 185-pounder plays quarterback for his Mississippi high school squad, but likely will play receiver or safety in Baton Rouge.

Voorhies has fantastic speed, but lacks the arm strength and ball-placement skills to consistently make plays as a quarterback. He flashes the ability to be a good safety who plays with range, as Voorhies can be a ball hawk in the secondary.

Cordelral Cook

Cordelral Cook is a 6'1", 190-pound dual-threat quarterback who would be better playing another position in college. The 3-star prospect lacks adequate accuracy, has limited size and does display great arm talent.

However, Cook has great mobility and is a strong runner. He could be moved to running back, increase his speed and quickness, and develop into a solid player in the backfield. Cook has interest in playing for one of the Georgia schools, says 247Sports.

Speedy Noil

A 5-star athlete, Speedy Noil has terrorized Louisiana defenses as a dual-threat quarterback since 2011. He threw for 2,235 yards and 24 touchdowns as a junior, while also adding 1,345 yards and 20 touchdowns on the ground.

Noil, who is 5'10.5" and 176 pounds, could play quarterback in college, but he is simply too fast and electric with the ball in space to be confined to the backfield. His speed, elusiveness, quickness, burst and natural instincts in the open field are better suited for the receiver position.

LSU, Texas A&M, USC and Florida have the best chance to land him, according to 247Sports. 

Elijah Staley

Elijah Staley has exceptional size for the quarterback position at 6'6" and 231 pounds. He is a 3-star passer who is committed to Mississippi State.

Staley is a southpaw who has good arm strength and flashes great accuracy when he gets into a consistent rhythm. However, he has a funny delivery and it limits him as a passer. Staley also has a tendency to lock on to his primary read, rather than scanning the field.

A move to tight end or defensive end may be on the horizon in Starkville.

Treon Harris

Booker T. Washington is on a mission to win a state title in Florida and a national championship. The player who will have to lead them is 4-star athlete Treon Harris, who plays quarterback.

Harris, who is committed to Florida State, has good arm strength, can deliver strikes to receivers with pin-point accuracy and sees the field well. He looks like a college quarterback on tape, but his main issue is that he's only 5'11" and 180 pounds.

Harris' lack of size, combined with his good instincts and athleticism, could lead him to be moved to receiver or cornerback in Tallahassee.

2014 Bleacher Report College Football Recruiting Heat Map

The 2014 Bleacher Report College Football Recruiting Heat Map should be your top tool throughout the recruiting year. It features several players on this list, and many more talented recruits across the country!

Edwin Weathersby is the College Football Recruiting Analyst for Bleacher Report. He has worked in scouting/player personnel departments for three professional football teams, including the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns.