Countdown to kickoff: Southeastern Pa.'s top QBs

Here are some of the top quarterbacks in Southeastern Pennsylvania to watch in the 2017 season:

Jack Colyar, Archbishop Wood, Jr. – He excels on the gridiron and diamond.

Jake Dilcher, Kennett, Sr. – He is a poised field general for the Blue Demons.

Mahmud Dioubate, Bartram, Sr. – He is a terrific playmaker for the Braves.

Amir Gillis, Simon Gratz, Sr. – The speedy Temple recruit is back for the Bulldogs.

Drew Gunther, Malvern Prep, Jr. – He has emerged as a Division I-A recruit.

Isaiah Jones, La Salle, Sr. – He is set to make a strong return from an injury.

Da'Vion Kidd-Jackson, West Catholic, Sr. – His athleticism keeps foes on guard.

Bryce Lauletta, Downingtown East, Sr. – He could wind up at an Ivy League school.

Marquez McCray, St. Joseph's Prep, Sr. – He led the Hawks to the 6A state title.

Drasaun Moore, Bensalem, Sr. – He excels at directing an option scheme.

Ricky Ortega, Coatesville, So. – He threw 25 touchdown passes as a rookie.

Anthony Paoletti, Marple Newtown, Sr. – He passed for 2,739 yards in 2016.

T.J. Pergine, Spring-Ford, Sr. – His experience is key for the young Rams.

Jake Ruane, Haverford High, Jr. – He impressed as Jack Donaghy's successor.

Also in the mix: Matt DeLaurentis, Pope John Paul II, Sr.; Shane Dooley, Father Judge, Jr.; Chandler England, Oxford, Sr. ; Nick Garritanto, New-Hope Solebury, Sr.; Billy Griffenburg, Abington, Sr.; Nicholas Guadarrama, Perkiomen School, Sr.; Colton Niedzielski, Germantown Academy, Sr.