Arizona's top 10 high school football recruits in 2027 class

Regardless of which team has won a national title over the last decade, that roster likely boasted some standouts who once played in Arizona.While many look to California for high school football in the west, Arizona has quickly established itself as one of the best states for producing elite high school talent.AdvertisementThat is particularly true this year's recruiting cycle.Here's a look at the top 10 players from the Grand Canyon State in the 2027 class.1. Will Mencl, ChandlerChandler quarterback Will Mencl (7) throws against Basha during the Open state championship at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Dec. 6, 2025.Position: QuarterbackHeight: 6-3Weight: 200Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: Mencl had a monster junior season, leading the Wolves to a state championship appearance. A true dual-threat, he passed for 3,815 yards and 33 touchdowns while also rushing for 741 yards and 17 more touchdowns.2. Blake Roskopf, Desert Edge (Goodyear)Desert Edge quarterback Blake Roskopf throws during a 7-on-7 high school football passing tournament at Arizona Christian University on June 3, 2025.Position: QuarterbackHeight: 6-5Weight: 235Commitment: WashingtonFootball recruiting notes: Roskopf had a great 2025, leading the Scorpions to an 11-1 record. He completed 66%% of his passes for 2,815 yards and 37 touchdowns with only eight interceptions.Advertisement3. Jake Hildebrand, Basha (Chandler)Basha tackle Jake Hildebrand (74) comes off the bench to play during a game against Brophy Prep at Central High School in Phoenix on Aug. 28, 2025.Position: Offensive TackleHeight: 6-5.5Weight: 273Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: Hildebrand anchored an offensive line for the Bears that allowed them to average 420 yards and 37.3 yards per game in 2025. Arizona State and Utah appear to be battling it out for him as he'll take official visits to both schools this summer.4. Jai Jones, ChandlerCentennial defensive back Clarence Kabbah (19) tackles Chandler wide receiver Jai Jones (11) during a game at Centennial High School in Glendale on Aug. 29, 2025.Position: Wide ReceiverHeight: 6-0.5Weight: 175Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: Jones was Mencl's top target in the passing game, leading the Wolves receivers with 54 receptions for 922 yards and 10 touchdowns. He currently has official visits scheduled to California (May 29) and Arizona (June 12).Advertisement5. Dontay Tyson, PeoriaPeoria wide receiver Dontay Tyson (2) runs a route against Brophy Prep during an ASU 7 on 7 tournament in Tempe, on June 12, 2025.Position: Wide ReceiverHeight: 6-1Weight: 190Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: Tyson only appeared in seven games last season but made the most of his opportunities. He caught 37 passes for 448 yards and a team-high seven touchdowns.6. Noah Roberts, Basha (Chandler)Basha running back Noah Roberts (6) breaks up the field against Williams Field during a game at Williams Field High School in Gilbert, on Sept. 12, 2025.Position: Running BackHeight: 6-1Weight: 190Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: Roberts was part of a two-headed backfield duo for the Panthers. He finished second on the team with 116 carries for 761 yards and eight touchdowns.7. DaJon Yarborough, Basha (Chandler)Position: Interior Offensive LinemanAdvertisementHeight: 6-5Weight: 340Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: A massive force up front, Yaborough was the anchor of an offensive line for the Bears that helped them win 12 games while winning a state championship and averaging just over 410 yards per game. He has official visits scheduled to Minnesota (May 29), Florida State (June 5), California (June 11) and Washington (June 19).8. Mikyal Davis, Desert Edge (Goodyear)Desert Edge Scorpions Mikyal Davis (4) catches the ball during a game against the Millennium Tigers at Desert Edge High School in Goodyear on Oct. 31, 2025.Position: CornerbackHeight: 5-11Weight: 170Commitment: OklahomaFootball recruiting notes: The Sooners landed a commitment from Davis last November. He recorded 36 total tackles, 11 pass breakups and an interception during his junior season.Advertisement9. Zerek Sidney, Desert Edge (Goodyear)Desert Edge wide receiver Zerek Sidney runs a route during a 7-on-7 high school football passing tournament at Arizona Christian University on June 3, 2025.Position: Wide ReceiverHeight: 6-0Weight: 175Commitment: WashingtonFootball recruiting notes: An injury limited Sidney to just four games last season, but his focus appears to be on the future. He'll have one last season with Roskopf at Desert Edge before they head off to Washington.10. Jaden Baldwin, Basha (Chandler)Basha wide receiver Jaden Baldwin (2) carries a Chandler defender for a first down during the Open state championship at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Dec. 6, 2025.Position: Wide ReceiverHeight: 5-11.5Weight: 180Commitment: UncommittedFootball recruiting notes: The son of former NFL receiver Jonathan Baldwin, Jaden was one of Basha's top receivers last season, catching a team-high 64 passes for 820 yards and six touchdowns. This summer, he has official visits to UNLV (June 5), Penn State (June 8), Colorado (June 12), and Iowa State (June 19).This article originally appeared on USA TODAY High School Sports Wire: QB talent headlines Arizona's top 2027 high school football recruits