The months between Spring Camp and Fall Camp have become the most crucial in the recruiting calendar. Not only will BYU’s personnel construct the majority of the 2027 class in the next few months, but they will also determine important goals for the 2028 and 2029 classes.
That is precisely what BYU offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Aaron Roderick has been doing. Roderick has made offers to two potential quarterback candidates who will be priority recruits for BYU in the future.
Quarterback recruiting begins earlier in the recruiting cycle than other roles, thus getting in early on top candidates is critical.
- Hunter Fujikawa – 2028
Hunger Fujikawa is a four-star quarterback from Mililani, Hawaii. According to 247Sports, Fujikawa is one of the top 15 quarterbacks in the 2028 class. He currently has roughly 30 offers, including competing offers from Alabama, Arizona, ASU, Auburn, Ohio State, Oregon, UCLA, Utah, Washington, and Stanford, among others.
In the opinion of this writer, Fujikawa has the potential to climb the recruiting rankings over the next several years. He has a very powerful arm and can deliver passes into extremely narrow places, yet he also has the ability to throw a changeup with finesse. His film has a lot of spectacular shots.
In addition to his throwing ability, he can make plays with his legs. He would be a terrific addition to BYU’s attack. He has the same skill set as BYU quarterbacks who have flourished under Aaron Roderick.
- Jake Matsen, 2029
It is quite unusual for BYU to give a scholarship to a high school freshman, but Aaron Roderick did just that for Jake Matsen. Matsen prepares at American Fork High School, which is located just down the road from BYU’s campus.
Matsen’s recruitment is in the early stages, and BYU was the first P4 school to give him a scholarship offer. As of this writing, he has competing offers from UConn and Toledo. Matsen’s recruiting at this time is based on his enormous potential. He is 6’3” tall and has a strong arm, particularly for a high school freshman.
Matsen has the ability to be a highly sought-after prospect when he chooses a university in a few years.
Matsen has yet to compete on the varsity football team. It is quite rare for BYU to recruit quarterbacks who have not yet played varsity, although it does happen. BYU priority 2027 target Brody Rudnicki was a backup quarterback at Folsom High School when BYU and several other institutions made him offers. Rudnicki was the backup for star quarterback Ryder Lyons. When Lyons sustained an injury and missed time last season, Rudnicki excelled in his absence.
