Northwest High School (Germantown, MD) Head Football Coach Randy Trivers boasts one of the top dual-threat quarterbacks on the East coast in 6-4, 200 pound Ike Whitaker.

As a junior, Whitaker threw for close to 1,200 yards and 20 touchdowns passes with only five interceptions. He added close to 500 yards on the ground, averaging 9.8 yards per carry, and showing the ability to break big plays with his legs.

Matching his on-the-field production is his athleticism. During Virginia Tech’s 2003 summer camp, Whitaker was timed twice at 4.5 in the 40 yard dash. A triple-sport athlete, he has been a starter on the varsity basketball team each of the last three years and participates in track, notably the 200 and 300 meter events and the intermediate hurdles.

“Ike is one of the most gifted players I’ve ever coached,” Trivers said. “At 6-4, he could easily be 230 pounds on the next level. He has a fantastic arm, quick feet, and game-breaking speed. What’s even better is that he has a humble personality. He’s humble but hungry to win. He loves the weight room. He possesses those intangible qualities such as poise and leadership ability. Ike’s only played football for three years, but his awareness and knowledge and leadership abilities are outstanding.”

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