Liberty continues to pursue one of the top quarterback prospects in the Class of 2028, earning a spot among the top nine schools for Virginia Beach standout Anthony Turner.
Turner, a quarterback at Landstown High School, has emerged as one of the premier prospects in Virginia and has attracted attention from programs across the country. With his combination of arm talent, size, and mobility, he has established himself as a coveted recruit in the 2028 class. He named Liberty to his top nine schools alongside LSU, Florida, Nebraska, North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Wake Forest.
The Flames have an opportunity to make a strong impression this weekend, as Turner is expected to visit Liberty for its Homecoming matchup against FIU at Williams Stadium. The visit could be particularly meaningful for Liberty, given Turner’s family ties to the university. Both of his parents attended Liberty, giving the Flames a personal connection that could help them stand out as his recruitment continues to develop.
Turner is among the most highly regarded quarterback prospects in the country. The Landstown standout has received national attention from major programs, including Virginia Tech, South Carolina, Florida, LSU, Colorado, Nebraska, and other Power Four schools. According to the 247Sports rankings, Turner has been rated among the nation’s top quarterbacks in the 2028 recruiting cycle, highlighting the level of competition Liberty faces in its pursuit. He is currently rated as a four-star prospect, ranked as the No. 64 national prospect, No. 5 QB prospect, and No. 1 Virginia prospect in the Class of 2028.
Turner has the physical tools to draw that attention. A tall, mobile quarterback with the ability to push the ball downfield, he offers the kind of upside programs covet when evaluating quarterbacks early in the recruiting process. His recruitment remains competitive, making it important for Liberty to capitalize on opportunities to bring him to campus and build a stronger relationship with him and his family.
While Liberty will have to compete with several prominent programs for Turner’s commitment, his parents’ connection to the university provides an added layer of intrigue to his recruitment. Both attended Liberty, meaning Turner has a family connection to the school that extends beyond the football program. That history could make a visit to Lynchburg especially meaningful as he evaluates his options and considers where he wants to continue his playing career.
The timing also works in Liberty’s favor. With the Flames hosting FIU for Homecoming this weekend, Turner would have the opportunity to experience the atmosphere at Williams Stadium, see the program up close, and get a feel for the university his parents once attended.
Landing a prospect of Turner’s caliber would be a significant recruiting win for Liberty. The Flames are competing against nationally recognized programs for a quarterback with considerable upside, and getting him on campus represents an important opportunity to strengthen their position.
Turner has a long recruiting process ahead of him, but Liberty has put itself in the conversation. With a top-nine spot secured and a potential Homecoming visit on the horizon, the Flames will look to make the most of their opportunity with one of Virginia’s premier quarterbacks in the 2028 class.
