On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine: New leader for Five-Star Plus+ QB Dylan Raiola

Georgia, Nebraska and USC are believed to be the top contenders in the recruitment of Phoenix (Ariz.) Pinnacle Five-Star Plus+ quarterback Dylan Raiola. According to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine, the Trojans now hold a close lead for Raiola’s commitment.

Following updated industry projections, USC is trending for the talented signal-caller at 39.9%.

Raiola has visited Los Angeles twice in just over a month. The 6-foot-3, 225-pound signal-caller recently told On3’s Chad Simmons that he feels like a priority to the Trojans and hears from the entire staff, including head coach Lincoln Riley.

“I would say it’s pretty casual and I ask him questions about football-related things, not really about USC, but really just about their plays, any favorite plays and just what he likes to call on certain downs and distances,” Raiola said about his conversations with Riley. “We talk about football, I would say, probably the least because he’s always checking in on me about my family and really just seeing how we’re doing. To hear from him, it’s pretty cool.”

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Raiola is the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He transferred to Pinnacle from Chandler (Ariz.) this offseason. 

“I kind of just feel when it’s the right time, that will present itself,” Raiola said about his recruiting timeline. “I’m just being patient, doing all my research and my due diligence so that I can make the best decision possible for myself and really just for my whole family.”

Dylan Raiola On3 Scouting Summary

The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Dylan Raiola:

“Advanced arm talent with the ability to make a wide variety of high-level throws as a high school underclassman. Looks like the top quarterback prospect and overall arm talent in the 2024 cycle early on. Physically developed at around 6-foot-3, 210 pounds. Has a natural, loose throwing motion with unique arm dexterity to deliver off-platform and from multiple arm slots. Already has a deep catalog of throws as a rising junior in high school. Easily drives the ball to all levels of the field. Played both under center and in the shotgun as a sophomore. 

“Ahead of the curve as a ball-handler and in the quick passing game. Shows good footwork and awareness in the pocket. Capable of creative plays in the face of pressure. Primarily a pass-first quarterback as a sophomore, not running for many yards. Turned in one of the more productive sophomore seasons among top 2024 quarterbacks. The son of 14-year NFL center Dominic Raiola. Also a standout baseball player as a pitcher and catcher.“