5A Preseason All-State Team: Offense
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5A is deep with offensive talent this year. Watch for these guys to light up scoreboards statewide!
QUARTERBACKS
Kaden Irving Kaden Irving 6'2" | 215 lbs | QB Gautier | 2023 State MS | Gautier
The Ole Miss baseball commit showed he was one of the best quarterbacks in 5A last season. The rising junior threw for over 2400 yards and 15 TDs in his first season starting, and had the athleticism to put in work on the ground as well. Gautier just made the shift to the air raid offense, so watch for Irving to light it up again in 2021.
Kyreek Murray | Natchez
The senior quarterback may have the most impressive physical attributes of any passer in 5A. Murray has a huge arm and is able to sling the ball deep on any given play. He’s also a threat in the running game as a powerful and strong runner. Looking for him to lead a talented Natchez squad to a big year.
Eli Anderson Eli Anderson 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Neshoba Central | 2022 State MS | Neshoba Central
A three year starter, Anderson has been nothing but consistent over his career. Last season, Auburn signee Jarquez Hunter was the star of the show, but everything points towards Anderson being given the keys this year. With the addition of several wide outs, watch for Anderson to cap off an impressive high school career with a playoff run. Committed to Mississippi Gulf Coast.
RUNNING BACKS
Cameron Young Cameron Young 5'11" | 190 lbs | RB West Point | 2022 State MS | West Point
Totaling at over 1500 yards and 25 touchdowns, there was absolutely no stopping Young last season. The state runner up tailback has a violent running style and can take any rush to the house. West Point historically always has a good back or two, but Young could be in conversation for one of the best. Lists offers from EMCC and Coahoma.
Jerrell Boyd Jerrell Boyd 5'9" | 185 lbs | RB Holmes Central | 2022 State MS | Holmes County Central
Boyd had over 1000 total yards last season and is a true 3 down back. He has great burst in the open field and can see holes open up before it even happens. In the passing game, Boyd is a reliable receiver capable of lining up in the slot or running routes out of the backfield. Love his versatility. Lists offers from Austin Peay and many local JuCos.
WIDE RECEIVERS
Ayden Williams Ayden Williams 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Ridgeland | 2023 State MS | Ridgeland
Williams had over 750 yards receiving last year as a sophomore. His length and athleticism are evident on the field. This is a guy that knows how to release smoothly at the line of scrimmage and catch the ball at the highest point. Expecting another dominant year as a junior. Lists offers from Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Oregon, and Florida among others.
Mike Williams Mike Williams 6'0" | 165 lbs | WR Natchez | 2023 State MS | Natchez
Another highly productive sophomore, Williams checks in on an all-state list for his first time. Williams is a natural playmaker with the speed to score from anywhere. Love his ability to make people miss in space as well. Currently lists no offers, but expect that to change soon.
Jordan Martin Jordan Martin 5'11" | 180 lbs | WR Lake Cormorant | 2022 State MS | Lake Cormorant
The Lake Cormorant product is used as the explosive playmaker in this offense. Martin will line up all across the field and produce from anywhere. He has great speed to open things up and is an elusive return man as well. Lists offers from UT Martin, Marshall, and Coahoma.
Ja’Naylon Dupree Ja’Naylon Dupree 5'10" | 160 lbs | WR Neshoba Central | 2022 State MS | Neshoba Central
A recent transfer to Neshoba Central, Dupree brings a ton of speed with him to the slot. The former Philadelphia wide out is explosive with the ball in his hands and is one of the state’s best athletes overall. Watching for him to develop some quick chemistry with Eli Anderson Eli Anderson 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Neshoba Central | 2022 State MS and produce at a high level. Lists offers from Southern Miss and Navy.
OFFENSIVE LINEMEN
Malik Ellis Malik Ellis 6'4" | 235 lbs | OL Laurel | 2023 State MS | Laurel
The rising junior tackle has been playing since he was a freshman. Ellis has some of the best feet in the class and has the body type to become a future starting college tackle. He plays his best ball in pass protection, but is a mauler in the run game as well. Lists offers from Mississippi State, Florida State, and Oregon among others.
Bryson Hurst Bryson Hurst 6'6" | 320 lbs | OL Gautier | 2022 State MS | Gautier
Hurst has been one of the most highly recruited tackles in Mississippi. With his team going to a new offense, look for his skillset to continue to grow. He is a mean and physical tackle capable of playing in any modern day offense. Lists offers from Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Auburn, Kentucky, and Oregon among others.
Christopher Lanney Christopher Lanney 6'7" | 315 lbs | OL Cleveland Central | 2022 State MS | Cleveland Central
A 6’7″ right tackle, Lanney is a member of the state’s largest offensive line. Lanney has good feet and a powerful initial punch that he lays onto defenders. This is a guy that will play through the whistle no matter what. Lists offers from Delta State, Eastern Kentucky, and many local JuCos.
Markel Bell Markel Bell 6'8" | 320 lbs | OL Cleveland Central | 2022 State MS | Cleveland Central
Another Cleveland Central product, Markel Bell Markel Bell 6'8" | 320 lbs | OL Cleveland Central | 2022 State MS finds himself as yet another massive offensive lineman. He and Lanney share many of the same qualities, but Bell may be even more powerful in the run game. Two great OL on the same line will cause trouble for folks. Lists offers from Delta State, Eastern Kentucky, and many local JuCos.
Marlique Fleming Marlique Fleming 6'6" | 260 lbs | OL Holmes Central | 2022 State MS | Holmes County Central
Fleming is an athletic tackle capable of playing any position on the offensive line. He shows great initial burst off the ball and quick feet in pass protection. Fleming is a violent run blocker who shows that he will dominate anybody anytime. Lists offers from Lane College, Wheeling, and many local JuCos.