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Ryder Lyons' playmaking ability and physical skill set remind us of Sam Howell. Lyons is about an inch taller and has a quicker release than Howell at the same stage, while Howell looked to have a stronger arm. 

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Productive dual threat who makes outstanding high-level improvisational plays as a scramble artist. Measured at a shade under 6-foot-2 and around 220 pounds before his senior season. Hand measures at 9 inches. Added around 15 pounds during his junior year. At the helm of one of the top high school programs in Northern California. Highly productive over his high school career. Most comfortable when making improvisational plays. Lures defenders with his movements and keeps his eyes downfield to find open receivers. Never believes a play is dead. Stocky build and is tough to sack. Quality passer who can deliver with accuracy and touch. Shows the ability to step up in the pocket and deliver well-placed passes with timing when he wants to. Capable on designed runs in addition to scrambles.  Shows the ability to break and avoid tackles at the second level. High usage player who will enter college football with a ton of meaningful reps in playmaking situations. Competitive temperament and plays with fire. Completed 68.1% of his passes for 3,011 yards (9.7 yards per attempt), while rushing for 585 yards (4.9 YPC) and 14 touchdowns as a junior. Can get into trouble against good defenses by bailing and looking to scramble too early in the play. A good, not overwhelming arm talent. Also plays varsity basketball. Can develop into one of the top quarterbacks in college football with continued improvements to his processing. 

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