Bennett Portaro
2026 - Senior
Uncommitted
Sport
Football
Positions
QB-P
Height
6'1''
Weight
150 lbs
GPA
4.13
High School
Lake Norman High School
Mooresville, NC
Top Achievements
- 2022 Invite Award: FBU Futures Showcase (FBU’s Top 1%)
- Ranked #1 in North Carolina, #63 in the United States by QBHitlist (Class of 2026 QB’s)
- AWARDED INVITE: NUC All American Game
About Me
I have played QB since 3rd grade (flag football). 4th grade was my first year of tackle football. My first media recognition was in 8th grade (November 2021). I was included in an article and tweet by Prep Redzone as a 2026 QB Prospect to watch.
In that 8th grade season, I was awarded All-Conference Quarterback, Offensive Player of the Year and Team Captain. I averaged over 1TD every quarter, throughout both the season and postseason.
In 2022, I was awarded an invite as a QB to the FBU Top Gun National Showcase; awarded an invite to the FBU Futures Showcase (FBU’s Top 1%); an invite to compete in the All-American Challenge; and an invite to compete at Camp Impact (QB) at the Dallas Cowboys stadium.
I am excited to be playing both on our JV and Varsity Football team as a Freshman. In July 2022, I received my NCAA Eligibility Number (2207600896) and received a 247sports profile by an Auburn sportswriter:
In May 2022, I was ranked #1 in the US by Ryzer TAP for 2026 QB’s. I mention that because I have been told that my accuracy and ability to avoid the rush is directly tied to it.
I am currently 6’1” (9th Grade) with a wing span of 6’3” and 9.5” hands. My Doctor thinks that I will end up being 6’ 3”, based upon the room left in my growth plates.
I’ve been working with private QB coaches for 4 years. 2 of them have trained Will Grier and Sam Hartman. They have taught me the tremendous advantages of studying HUDL game film and how to identify the weaknesses of my opponents.
My Ryzer TAP assessment shows that my personality type is a “Rocket” with very high rankings in focus-speed, mental toughness, mental execution, composure, attention to detail, decisiveness, grit and coachability.
Academics are extremely important to me and my family. My dad was raised by a Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant and raises me the same way. I have a 3.8 grade point average and was part of the Duke TIP Program. I plan to study computer engineering.
Personally, I enjoy spending time with the Bethel Youth Group at my church. I also like spending time with Alongside Families, a charity that my family started which helps homeless mothers and their children.
The fear of someone else working harder than me at QB motivates me every day. I am never late and always at the front of the room, with full eye contact toward the person speaking.
Choosing the right leader is really important. If you put your faith in me, I will NOT let you, your team or your school down. I lead by example.
In 2022, I was awarded an invite as a QB to the FBU Top Gun National Showcase; awarded an invite to the FBU Futures Showcase (FBU’s Top 1%); an invite to compete in the All-American Challenge; and an invite to compete at Camp Impact (QB) at the Dallas Cowboys stadium.
I am excited to be playing both on our JV and Varsity Football team as a Freshman. In July 2022, I received my NCAA Eligibility Number (2207600896) and received a 247sports profile by an Auburn sportswriter:
https://247sports.com/Player/Bennett-Portaro-46135274/
In May 2022, I was ranked #1 in the US by Ryzer TAP for 2026 QB’s. I mention that because I have been told that my accuracy and ability to avoid the rush is directly tied to it.
I am currently 6’1” (9th Grade) with a wing span of 6’3” and 9.5” hands. My Doctor thinks that I will end up being 6’ 3”, based upon the room left in my growth plates.
I’ve been working with private QB coaches for 4 years. 2 of them have trained Will Grier and Sam Hartman. They have taught me the tremendous advantages of studying HUDL game film and how to identify the weaknesses of my opponents.
My Ryzer TAP assessment shows that my personality type is a “Rocket” with very high rankings in focus-speed, mental toughness, mental execution, composure, attention to detail, decisiveness, grit and coachability.
Academics are extremely important to me and my family. My dad was raised by a Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant and raises me the same way. I have a 3.8 grade point average and was part of the Duke TIP Program. I plan to study computer engineering.
Personally, I enjoy spending time with the Bethel Youth Group at my church. I also like spending time with Alongside Families, a charity that my family started which helps homeless mothers and their children.
The fear of someone else working harder than me at QB motivates me every day. I am never late and always at the front of the room, with full eye contact toward the person speaking.
Choosing the right leader is really important. If you put your faith in me, I will NOT let you, your team or your school down. I lead by example.
Football Career
Coaches & References
Measurables
Height
6'1"
Athlete Verified
Mar 01, 2023
Mar 01, 2023
Weight
150 lbs
Athlete Verified
Mar 01, 2023
Mar 01, 2023
40 Yard Dash
4.90
Athlete Verified
Apr 21, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
Pro Shuttle
4.27
Athlete Verified
Jul 31, 2022
Jul 31, 2022
Throws (QB Only)
Right
Athlete Verified
Jul 31, 2022
Jul 31, 2022
Academics
High School Grades
Cumulative GPA
4.13
Weighted GPA
4.13
Core GPA
4.0