Program Profiles: Andover Central

The Jaguars are heading into the ’21 season with a plethora of talent in the trenches. They return some experienced linemen on both sides of the ball, which will be key as they’ll look to improve on their 7-2 record this past season, and to make a run at the 4A State Championship. [player_tooltip player_id="155126" first="Isaac" last="Sheeran"] has been drawing the most attention from this group, but his fellow linemen deserve some recognition as well. This core should be one of the best throughout the state this season. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="35582" first="Andrew" last="Daniels"]</strong>, 6’2”, 270, OL, <em>Class of ’22</em> Daniels’ junior season was outstanding. His efforts during 2020 earned him 4A 1^st Team All-State honors, and he was also named 1^st Team All-AVCTL Division II on the defensive line. Daniels’ stock has been on the rise this offseason, stringing along impressive performances at the KC Varsity Combines, the Sharp Top Prospect Combine, and at multiple university camps. He’s a very skilled offensive lineman and he should be one of the best in the state once again as a senior. <em>Twitter: @DrewDaniels_68</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="113617" first="Andrew" last="Mann"]</strong>, 6’5”, 260, OL, <em>Class of ’22</em> Mann will have the responsibility of protecting [player_tooltip player_id="159157" first="Kai" last="Kunz"]’s blind side this season. He played well during his junior year, picking up 2^nd Team All-AVCTL Division II honors, and he should be a candidate for 1^st Team this season. Mann displays good hand placement paired with quick feet, and a collegiate level frame that brings it all together. He and Daniels should clear some major holes on the left side of the line for the Jags this season. <em>Twitter:</em> <em>@Andrew_Mann64</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="113611" first="Nate" last="Peak"]</strong>, 6’0”, 210, OL, <em>Class of ’22</em> Although he’s undersized compared to Daniels and Mann, Peak anchors the middle of this strong offensive line. Peak hasn’t received enough recognition for his impressive junior year. He helped the Jaguars average 188 yards on the ground, and he didn’t allow a sack in. His third year starting at center should be his best, and he should receive more postseason honors. <em>Twitter: @natepeak55</em> <strong>Kamden Wilson</strong>, 6’0”, 200, DL, <em>Class of ’22</em> Wilson is an edge rusher that has been overlooked, but he will be an exciting player to watch opposite of Sheeran this year. During his junior campaign, Wilson gathered 28 total tackles, nine being for a loss, and 2.5 sacks. This earned him an All-League 2^nd Team selection. He has an explosive first step and a lengthy frame that helps him corral ball carriers in the backfield. He will be a prospect added to our watch list for the Class of ’22 player rankings. <em>Twitter: @KamdenWilson_</em> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="87685" first="Bronx" last="Wood"]</strong>, 5’9”, 225, DL, <em>Class of ’23</em> The 5^th ranked defensive lineman in the Class of ’23 rankings caps off this special group, and he is ready to take his game to another level as a junior. He stood out as a sophomore, leading the defensive line in total tackles, which earned him an All-League Honorable Mention selection. The stout defensive tackle will look to top his performance during the ’21 season. <em>Twitter: @wood_bronx</em>