Dual Threat 2027 Talent Chris Fields III Rising in Los Angeles

Written by Ryan Wright

Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG

Nestled in between the Pacific Ocean, the 110 and 405 interstates, at Carson High School (Los Angeles, Cali.) a do-all dual threat is coming to age – Chris Fields III. Working in the Colts’ offense during his junior season, Fields was asked to work under center and out of the shotgun laying a great foundation for things to come. This fall the Colts are switching from a run-heavy attack to airing it out with Fields (6-1, 190) now able to showcase all of his growing talents for college scouts.

Putting the Colts’ offense into perspective, the vast majority of skill players were underclassmen; Fields will have weapons this season. The switch from the ground attack to going over the top will push Fields’ numbers: 1,198 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and 463 rushing yards 10 touchdowns in 2024.

Fields spoke about running Carson’s scheme, “Last year we ran more of a traditional pro-style offense. I was under center a lot doing play action; we were rarely in the gun. We were a run-heavy offense. It was hard to showcase all of my skills, not being able to play in the gun and do RPO (run-pass option), but it definitely helped me grow as a player.”

The Class of 2027 prospect continued, “This year we will be more of a Spread offense. We will run RPOs with a lot of deep shots. We have guys that can stretch the field. All our receivers can go. Be on the lookout for multiple 1,000-yard receivers this year.”

Covering the things that help him standout on the field, Fields replied, “I’m a great runner and I have great athleticism; I just came off my first year of track. I am a strong passer, and I can get it downfield.

“I have a guy that runs a 10.4, he never has to slow down for the ball. I am a gunslinger, but I take care of the ball. I had some turnovers last year, but I am refining my game. I do virtual reality training every morning and every night preparing for this season.”

Asked about virtual reality training, Fields replied, “The best way of explaining it, it is like Madden (video game) in your head. You do every read with your eyes. You are focusing on making correct reads, pre-snap, post-snap reaction, and getting the ball to your guy.”

Working for the upcoming season and the next level, the offseason has been about improving upon all aspects of his craft.

“I am constantly working on my mechanics to improve my accuracy,” Fields shared. “I didn’t throw as much last year, it was harder to build a rhythm, so I am working on my footwork and my upper body mechanics to stay consistent.”

Three different QB coaches are working with Fields to help take his game to that next level.

“I am working with Chris Brown; he’s a Cal-Poly alumni and was with the (Dallas) Cowboys at one point,” Fields said. “He’s one of the best QB coaches in So Cal. At school, I work with coach Eric Richardson; he’s an offensive guru. And I am working with coach Robert Frutos, he went to Gahr; both are great QB coaches. I am getting on the board, watching a lot of film, and dissecting every aspect of the game.”

Fields is not the only one gearing up for the fall schedule, college coaches are taking interest in the dual threat talent. San Diego State and Utah State hosted him for spring practices.

“San Diego State went really well,” Fields shared. “They have a beautiful facility, great coaches, great energy, and everything went smoothly and efficiently in practice. I want to apply that to our practices as well.”

The Trailblazers didn’t disappoint either.

“Utah State went well,” Fields said. “The coaches were great, the players were great, and the hospitality was great. I want to go back there for sure.”

The list of interested programs is growing.

“On Monday spoke to Northern Arizona; I’ve talked to Sac State, Portland State, Eastern Washing, UNLV, San Diego State, UC Davis, and I spoke to UCLA last year,” Fields stated. “I’ve talked to Boise State, Delaware State has seen my film, and I believe Penn State’s coach is supposed to see me throw next week.”

Colleges will get to see Fields sling it in person at camps this summer.

“I’m going to an Ivy League Mega Camp, I am supposed to go to a North Carolina camp, and I am going to a UCLA camp,” Fields said.

On a closing note, Fields shared, “I feel that I am one of the most underrated dual threat quarterbacks in my class. I am ready to prove people wrong this year.”

The first season in track, the 4.0 GPA student-athlete posted an 11.4 in the 100.

Photo credit: Fields family – Chris Fields at SDSU