Navy Midshipmen quarterback Braxton Woodson (5) rushes past Bucknell Bison linebacker Nick Hoying (23). Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Navy OC Drew Cronic to leverage deep QB room with Blake Horvath, Braxton Woodson

Originally posted on Armed Forces Sports on SI
By David Lewis | Last updated Aug 29, 2025 11:11 AM ET

Navy football is gearing up for an exciting season. Offensive coordinator Drew Cronic plans to utilize backup quarterback Braxton Woodson effectively. Cronic expresses confidence in the team's quarterback depth, which also features third-string QB Jackson Gutierrez, who is capable of successfully leading the triple-option attack.

Woodson, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound junior from Altamonte Springs, Florida, brings athleticism and versatility to the field. Appearing in ten games last season, Woodson rushed 49 times for 173 yards, scoring three touchdowns. From the pocket, he completed 18 of 36 attempts for 243 yards, throwing two touchdowns and two interceptions.

A 2023 graduate of Lake Brantley High School, Woodson was a two-sport start in football and baseball. He earned All-Seminole Athletic Conference honors as a junior and a senior, serving as team captain his final year. Woodson, a National Honor Society member, also drew interest from Army and Air Force.

Offensive coordinator Drew Cronic says @NavyFB has plans to utilize backup quarterback Braxton Woodson. Cronic likes the depth at the position with third stringer Jackson Gutierrez also quite capable.https://t.co/4NKFVTyapK
— Bill Wagner (@BWagner_CapGaz) August 29, 2025

The Navy offense is set for success this season, with Blake Horvath leading the team and a strong depth of talent in the quarterback position. Under the guidance of coordinator Drew Cronic, this versatile group of quarterbacks promises to make the Navy offense one to watch.

This article first appeared on Armed Forces Sports on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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