UNLV QB Commit Derek Garcia Brings Pocket Accuracy and a Growing Dual-Threat Edge
Derek Garcia looks like a polished fit for UNLV: a 6-foot-3 pocket passer with enough athletic juice to stress defenses on the ground, not just in the air. In his senior season at Ventura, he helped lead the Cougars to a CIF Southern Section Division 6 title and a state championship run, and his production backed up the buzz with 3,595 passing yards, 38 passing touchdowns, 10 interceptions, and 813 rushing yards with 12 rushing scores. Reports also describe a smooth throwing motion, strong downfield touch, and the poise to perform better against live pressure than in easy drills, which is a great sign for his next step.[3][6][8][15]
