Louisville Football Offers Top-5 2027 Quarterback

Cardinals look to solidify quarterback position in 2027 recruiting class

Mar. 17, 2026 at 2:10am

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Louisville football has already made major strides in its 2027 recruiting class, securing seven commitments, four of whom are four-star prospects. The Cardinals are now targeting one of the top quarterbacks in the class, offering a scholarship to 2027 QB Jack Nawrot from Hersey High School in Prospect Heights, Illinois.

Why it matters

Louisville's early success in the 2027 recruiting cycle is being praised as some of the best work the program has done in nearly a decade. Securing a top quarterback prospect like Nawrot would be a major boost as the Cardinals look to build on their recent recruiting momentum.

The details

The 6-foot-4, 200-pound Nawrot is ranked as the second-best quarterback and 32nd-best overall prospect in the 2027 class according to Rivals. As a junior, he completed 71% of his passes for 3,078 yards and 41 touchdowns in just 34 quarters of play. Nawrot holds offers from several top programs including Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, and Florida State, and plans to make a college decision in late April or early May.

  • Nawrot is a junior at Hersey High School in Prospect Heights, Illinois.
  • Louisville recently offered Nawrot a scholarship in March 2026.
  • Nawrot plans to make his college decision in late April or early May 2026.

The players

Jack Nawrot

A 6-foot-4, 200-pound quarterback ranked as the second-best prospect at his position and 32nd overall in the 2027 recruiting class.

Jeff Brohm

The head coach of the Louisville football program.

Vince Marrow

The director of recruiting and player personnel for the Louisville football program.

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What they’re saying

“Jake Nawrot should be a national prospect coming out of his junior season. The 6-foot-4, 190-pounder looks like one of the more talented quarterbacks in the 2027 cycle, pairing physical upside with a high passing skill.”

— Charles Powers, On3 Recruiting Analyst (On3)

What’s next

Louisville will look to get Nawrot on campus soon as he plans to make his college decision in late April or early May 2026.

The takeaway

Louisville's early success in the 2027 recruiting cycle, including the offer to top quarterback prospect Jack Nawrot, demonstrates the program's commitment to building a strong foundation for the future. Securing a talent like Nawrot would be a major coup for the Cardinals as they aim to continue their recent recruiting momentum.