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Led Northwestern to a 30-0 record, the state championship and the national championship, as chosen by USA Today and Sports Illustrated. Has similar dual-threat skills in the spread as former Ohio State quarterback Troy Smith. In 2007, shattered numerous Miami-Dade County records. Threw 49 touchdown passes against only six interceptions. Completed 222 of 333 passes (66.7 percent) for 3,445 yards. His 49 TD passes broke Robert Marve's state record and now ranks second in state history. In 2006, set county records with 2,920 yards passing and 38 touchdowns, while completing 194 of 285 passes, with only six interceptions. Named Miami-Dade's Class 6A-5A Offensive Player of the year by the Miami Herald and Most Valuable Player of the 6A state championship game. Good runner who gained over 200 yards each of the last two seasons. Chose Miami over Oregon, Louisiana State, Alabama and Boston College. Coached by Billy Rolle.
Named a Parade All-American and selected All-State by Florida Sportswriters Association. Selected as the EA Sports National Player of the Year. Ranked as the No. 7 pro-style quarterback, the No. 29 player in Florida and the No. 206 player overall by Rivals.com. Named the No. 20 quarterback by ESPN. Selected as a PrepStar All-American. Ranked No. 15 on the Miami Herald South Florida Top 25.