Pennsylvania 2024 Prospect Rankings: ATH Breakdown
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This is prime time to dive back into the recent rankings update and break down each position group to see what prospects made the cut and where. Included are prospects from every corner of Pennsylvania, representing each district, collectively creating…
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Continue ReadingThis is prime time to dive back into the recent rankings update and break down each position group to see what prospects made the cut and where. Included are prospects from every corner of Pennsylvania, representing each district, collectively creating the most comprehensive state ranking you can find.
ATH Breakdown
Top 100
Tyseer Denmark Tyseer Denmark 5'11" | 180 lbs | WR Imhotep Charter | 2024 State PA | 5’11, 180 | Roman Catholic
Very very close to leaping from his debut 11th spot all the way to 1. Despite being edged out, Tyseer Denmark Tyseer Denmark 5'11" | 180 lbs | WR Imhotep Charter | 2024 State PA is every bit in the conversation for the best overall player in the entire state, let alone his class. We deemed him the number one “ATH”, meaning when it comes to versatility there is no better prospect in the 2024 class. There isn’t much Denmark can’t get done on the field. Elite field vision allows for elite kick/punt return ability. He can man up against an opposing team’s best weapon and lock up. We all know how special he is with the ball in his hands, he’s a walking touchdown that can take slants. screens and deep balls to the house. I had the pleasure of watching Denmark and Agard go at it live last Fall. I see 5-star potential in his game.
Quinton Martin Quinton Martin 6'3" | 200 lbs | ATH Belle Vernon Area | 2024 State PA | 6’3, 180 | Belle Vernon
Cannot exaggerate this. Quinton Martin, if designated as a true RB, could be the best RB in the class. If designated as a CB, he could be the best in the class. The same goes for the Safety, WR, OLB positions. I’m sure you get my point here. Deciding between Martin and Denmark is really splitting hairs. One upper hand that Martin may have is his production at his 6’3 stature. 6’3 should not be able to run like this in the open field. This kid can single-handedly win you football games, either returning kicks or breaking lose for 70+ yard runs. When watching Quinton Martin at BVA, expect the unexpected because this kid can do anything on the field. Every P5 needs to offer who haven’t yet.
Sahfi Reed Sahfi Reed 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Martin Luther King | 2024 State PA | 6’2, 180 | Martin Luther King
Real athleticism, speed you can’t fake. Sahfi Reed Sahfi Reed 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Martin Luther King | 2024 State PA lands in the top 30 of our rankings which is a bit further off than Martin and Denmark’s placement. Nonetheless, the young man out of MLK is our third-ranked ATH in the class of 2024. Love what I’ve seen Reed to one the track recently. Top 10 200m finish proves his speed is for real. Even more impressive is the stride at 6’2. You can find Reed in-line blocking and running seam routes from his TE spot. He’s got WR potential, seeing that he’s capable of running routes outside the numbers. Where he also makes his presence felt is at OLB/SCB. Instinctual on Defense, reads passing lanes well. Can diagnose run/pass quickly. Awareness is through the roof. He’s a young player you can put responsibilities on.
THE STANDARD!! @MLKCoachMalik @MLK_football @CoachJordan215 pic.twitter.com/mk0OfUKPkK
— SAHFI REED (@ReedSahfi) February 27, 2022
Top 200
Zaire Williams Zaire Williams 5'9" | 170 lbs | ATH Cheltenham | 2024 State PA | 5’8, 170 | Cheltenham
Electrifying player. Cheltenham’s coaching staff likes to get creative with his usage. Can expect Williams to score from anywhere on the field. Elite acceleration and elusiveness. The tape shows touchdowns from screens, jet sweep actions behind the line of scrimmage. There isn’t an alignment on offense that this young man can’t fill. Incredible YAC ability. Expecting his production to soar through the roof.
Watch my sophomore year highlights! @TheFootworkGuru @TroyKGore @CheltenhamPant1 https://t.co/RR796gE7RN
— Zaire Williams (@ZaireWilliamss) November 20, 2021
Dorian McGhee Dorian McGhee 6'2" | 200 lbs | ATH Western Beaver | 2024 State PA | 6’2, 200 | Western Beaver
Here’s a hidden gem worthy of more attention and worthy of a jump in our rankings with time. His early sophomore tapes show off some seriously impressive hands from a big-bodied wideout that knows how to utilize leverage. His burst off the line of scrimmage is surprising for his weight. His pass-catching ability and catch radius is definitely his calling card, yet the young man still contributes on special teams, as well as at LB for WB where he can play the pass well. Solid run-stuffs on film too.
Dontae Campagna Dontae Campagna 5'9" | 165 lbs | ATH Blackhawk | 2024 State PA | 5’8, 155 | Blackhawk
Blackhawk will do a great job involving Campagna in the offense through jet-sweeps and easy touches behind the line of scrimmage. All are ways to utilize his good straight-line speed. He has different gears he can hit, can hit the next gear laterally which is a plus. Where I see a future for Campagna is at Safety. There is attitude and energy at this position that can set the tone for a defense. Sets the edge and can contain in a flash from his safety spot. Great last line of defense. Has really good ability to tackle different offensive builds. 53 tackles as a sophomore from his safety spot. Not afraid to mix in some pass coverage either. Some INT’s and PBU’s on display.
Top 300
Chris Kohlbrenner Chris Kohlbrenner 5'10" | 170 lbs | ATH Upper Dublin | 2024 State PA | 5’10, 165 | Upper Dublin
10-minute tape that shows off everything Kohlbrenner can do on the field. A pleasure to watch this sophomore tape that displayed range and hands from the Upper Dublin safety prospect. Where many ATH’s may have a primary position that they excel at, I think Kohlbrenner is equally as reliable and productive at wideout as he is a defensive back. At safety, he shows the range to cover vertical shots thanks to his good ability to track the football. He can come down, square up and bring ball carriers down in the open field as well. I see solid route recognition from the 1st-Team All-SOL DB. He’s only going to develop more in time. Excited to see where his future will take him.
Sophomore season highlights! 1st team All league and All-state.@UpperDublinFB @PaFootballNews @PaPrepLive @EdOBrienCFB @SOLsports @SportsByBLinder @EPAFootball https://t.co/xZKFx6npbZ pic.twitter.com/SNtwCqjWLg
— Chris Kohlbrenner (@Ckohlbrenner20) January 1, 2022
Keon Kenner Keon Kenner 6'0" | 220 lbs | ATH Frankford | 2024 PA | 6’0, 220 | Frankford
Formerly out of Bishop McDevitt Wynvote, Keon Kenner Keon Kenner 6'0" | 220 lbs | ATH Frankford | 2024 PA is an absolute brute in the trenches for Frankford. The first run on film really sets the tone for the type of player you’re getting in Kenner. Thick athlete who is looking for contact and exploiting that matchup, because he is more than likely bigger and stronger. Goal-line usage is expected which is obvious. From a scouting lens, I could see this young man be equally punishing on the defensive side of the ball but reps are limited as of right now. We will see if that changes this Fall.
Paul Helvy Paul Helvy 5'8" | 165 lbs | ATH University Prep | 2024 State PA | 5’8, 165 | University Prep
Here’s an under-rated RB prospect who has some serious bounce in his feet, along with serious lateral agility. His cuts are explosive and often catches defenders in the open field off guard. He contributes on special teams but may receive a RB designation next update as he primarily serves as U Prep’s scat back. A ton of reps were stopped just short of touchdowns. Had these reps scored, you may be hearing this young man’s name much more often. I expect those triples to turn into home runs in his junior season.