August 10, 2011
The annual Forbes 500 list details the world's largest companies. High school quarterbacks aim to be on the short list for college recruits. For Terra Nova signal-caller Chris Forbes, he is on the radar of several college programs.
At 6-foot-4 and 220 pounds, Forbes can run 4.74 seconds in the 40-yard dash, has a shuttle time of 4.30 seconds, bench press 285 pounds, has a vertical of 32 inches, and a long throw of 70 yards. Terra Nova finished last season at 9-4 and was able to be Central Coast Section champions.
Forbes started on varsity as a sophomore at the linebacker position. As a junior, he transitioned into the quarterback role when he threw for 3,121 yards, rushed for 715 yards, had 27 passing touchdowns with 10 interceptions, and 16 rushing touchdowns while earning first team All Peninsula Athletic League and team MVP, among several other Bay Area media awards.
Because of Forbes' linebacker experience, he is often compared to a tough running quarterback such as Washington Husky Jake Locker. However, Forbes tries to emulate his game after Tennessee Volunteer Peyton Manning.
Terra Nova employs a run and shoot offense that has many similarities to the college level game plans of Hawaii and Southern Methodist. The Tigers like to spread the field that allows Forbes to use his arm strength but also allows him to run the ball often. Forbes likes to lower his shoulder and take it to the defense but is also apt at reading defenses and pass coverage.
During the summer, Forbes works on his throwing mechanics and getting his feet in the correct position so he can be accurate and powerful. This past summer, he has attended several camps including Nevada, San Jose State, Southern Methodist, Tulsa, and USC.
With his height, size, and dual skill set, several colleges have indeed put Forbes on their list. Colorado State, Fresno State, Nevada, Northwestern, San Jose State, Tulsa, USC, Utah, and Wyoming have watched his practice and have been in contact by telephone.
This 2012 prospect is far from deciding where he wants to play in college. However, he does like Fresno State due to its location and coaching staff. Southern Methodist is also a favorite as June Jones' offense has many similarities to his Terra Nova scheme. Forbes is partial to staying in California but would not be adverse to anywhere in the country.
Forbes maintains a 3.20 GPA and has a qualifying SAT score. He plans to major in Business or Criminal Justice. From a football perspective, he wants to play for a program that is pass oriented and can help develop him for the next level.
Forbes' older brother is Jack Forbes who graduated from Terra Nova in 2007 and is currently at defensive end for Portland State. His brother was involved in a serious stabbing in 2006 that also puts some perspective on life for the younger Forbes. His older brother also played linebacker and quarterback while at Terra Nova.
Last season was Terra Nova's first section victory in 25 years. The school has never won the state title and that would be a senior goal for Forbes. In addition, he wants to be mentioned among the top quarterbacks in the country.
After navigating through the thick fog on the way to Pacifica and surviving the steep drive down Highway 1 past Devil's Slide, one will arrive in the valley where Terra Nova is located. Watch for this Tiger to move up on the Forbes list and on the college level in 2012.
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