Class of 2024 Top 20 Quick Notes
In this article:
With the winter sports season just about wrapped up, let’s take a look at what our 2024 top 20 players have been up to since the conclusion of the football season. This is just a quick update, including winter sports…
Access all of Prep Redzone
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingWith the winter sports season just about wrapped up, let’s take a look at what our 2024 top 20 players have been up to since the conclusion of the football season. This is just a quick update, including winter sports participation, new offers, visits, 7v7s, camps, etc. Check out these youngsters and the rest of the 2024 class here. Keep checking back for in-depth film breakdown, positional rankings, and more.
1 – Dae’Vonn Hall Dae’Vonn Hall 6'2" | 175 lbs | WR Bellevue West | 2024 State NE (WR) | Bellevue West | 6’2″ 175 lbs
Dae’Vonn’s name continues to grow among recruiting circles, especially after a highlight-filled sophomore season. Hall finished the year with 592 receiving yards and 9 receiving touchdowns on 43 receptions. Since the season’s end, Dae’Vonn has added offers from Missouri, Kansas, and Minnesota. Hall has been tearing it up around the country as part of a tough, tough NELITE 7v7 squad. Big competitions across the country should breed new recruiting buzz for Hall.
Dean Donaldson ‘24 @deandonaldson15 | Dae’vonn Hall ‘24 @DaevonnHall @Pylon7on7 @DOMXsports pic.twitter.com/xTMjpYjgoI
— Nebraska Elite 7v7 (@NELITE7v7_) February 7, 2022
2 – Caleb Benning Caleb Benning 5'11" | ATH Omaha Westside | 2024 State NE (DB/WR) | Omaha Westside | 5’11” 185 lbs
Caleb is becoming a two-way star player for the Warriors, and schools are starting to notice. He caught 11 passes for 175 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns and made his most significant impact on the defensive side with 68 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, and 4 interceptions. After concluding his sophomore year, Benning received two Big 10 offers from Minnesota and Nebraska, where Caleb’s father Damon Benning won 3 national titles. Caleb visited the Huskers during the season and recently visited the Hawkeyes in a Warrior-filled trip to Iowa. Caleb spent the winter contributing to a Warrior’s boys basketball team that ended the regular season 24-2 and looked destined for the big game before falling to Creighton Prep.
Thanks to @TylerBarnesIOWA @LeVarWoods for the invite! Can’t wait to get back down to practice! pic.twitter.com/QC82iSyGTH
— caleb (@CalebBenning1) March 7, 2022
3 – Fernando (JR) Lecuona Fernando (JR) Lecuona 6'3" | 240 lbs | DL Millard South | 2024 State NE (DL) | Millard South | 6’3″ 240 lbs
JR is a beast of a defensive lineman, only a sophomore, but he’s already playing and showing a skillset beyond his years. As a defensive end, he racked up 45 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks, showing several flashes of how good he can be. JR just wrapped up his first year of wrestling as a state qualifier for the Class A state champions and State Dual champions. JR attended our PRZ Stock Up Showcase in December, where he performed very well and was among the top prospects at the camp. On top of this, Lecuona has been a workout machine, hitting the weights hard. Lecuona is a player that is projected to shoot up recruiting boards.
@JrLecuona making 100lbs look light with the single arm dumbbell bench press 👀 pic.twitter.com/LOZJYbgPtD
— Marsh Elite Performance (@marshelite) March 4, 2022
4 – Anthony Rezac Anthony Rezac 6'3" | 200 lbs | QB Omaha Westside | 2024 State NE (QB) | Omaha Westside | 6’3″ 180 lbs
Anthony is another elite player in Westside’s talented 2024 class. Anthony became the full-time starter for the Warriors midway through the 2021 season and had an excellent season. Rezac completed 68% of his passes for 1,221 yards and 19 touchdowns to only one interception. Anthony also showed off his mobility and athleticism with 247 rushing yards and 2 rushing touchdowns. Anthony is already receiving looks from Power 5 schools and recently visited Iowa.
Thanks to @TylerBarnesIOWA @LeVarWoods for the invite! Can’t wait to get back down to practice! pic.twitter.com/QC82iSyGTH
— caleb (@CalebBenning1) March 7, 2022
5 – Daniel Kaelin Daniel Kaelin 6'3" | 195 lbs | QB Bellevue West | 2024 State NE (QB) | Bellevue West | 6’2″ 190 lbs
One of the biggest risers in recent months is the new full-time QB1 for the Thunderbirds, Daniel Kaelin Daniel Kaelin 6'3" | 195 lbs | QB Bellevue West | 2024 State NE . Daniel has received some big-time offers recently, coming from Michigan State, Mizzou, and Minnesota to add to his offers from last summer from Kansas, Arizona State, Florida State, and Nebraska. Kaelin has visited several schools, making stops at Ole Miss, Mizzou, Minnesota, North Carolina, Notre Dame, and Kansas State. Daniel has been fine-tuning his craft this offseason and is preparing to take off on the 7v7 circuit.
🌴🏈🌴 @CoachDanny10 pic.twitter.com/4R9jRHHEH8
— Daniel Kaelin (@DanielKaelin5) February 10, 2022
After a great conversation with @JayJohnsonFB, I am excited to receive an offer from Michigan State University! @MSU_Football pic.twitter.com/r7qTnPz19C
— Daniel Kaelin (@DanielKaelin5) March 7, 2022
6 – Joel Thomas Joel Thomas 6'4" | 285 lbs | OL Columbus | 2024 State NE (OL) | Columbus | 6’4″ 265 lbs
Joel has all the tangibles to turn into a top-tier offensive tackle. He has a big frame with lots of length, and he moves very well for someone his size. Thomas is still flying under the radar, but it looks like the neighboring Iowa Hawkeyes have begun to take notice with an invite to their camp, as will be the story for Joel, who should continue to gain exposure with every camp he attends.
Thanks for the invite @CoachBarnett_OL @HawkeyeFootball @DiscovererFB @Coachwilliamsc pic.twitter.com/jK8pj5b9Nr
— Joel Thomas (@JoelThomas56) March 11, 2022
7 – Teddy Rezac Teddy Rezac 6'3" | 195 lbs | ATH Omaha Westside | 2024 State NE (DB) | Omaha Westside | 6’2″ 175 lbs
Yes, that’s TWO Rezac boys that opposing coordinators have to plan against. Teddy held down one of the cornerback spots, did an exceptional job, and gave us a good look at his immense potential. Rezac tallied 26 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, and snagged 4 interceptions to help bolster one of the toughest defenses in the state. Like older brother Dom and twin brother Anthony, Teddy will be a D1 talent by the time his senior year rolls around.
https://twitter.com/tspady13/status/1500265924837978119?s=20&t=yY4V_7qKQJJAAjRdeTlKeQ
8 – Dakota Coon Dakota Coon 6'2" | 265 lbs | DL Fremont | 2024 State NE (DL) | Fremont | 6’1″ 245 lbs
Dakota is a very impressive big man that continues to show off how good of an athlete he is. Coon was a starter on both offensive and defensive lines for the Tigers and showed tons of potential. Dakota did a great job on the offensive line as a starting tackle. Dakota has received lots of attention with several invites to various camps and competitions. Nebraska Wesleyan, Dartmouth, Penn, Furman, Princeton are some schools that have extended camp invites, and he has received invites to the NXGN Elite showcase and North State showcase. Dakota attended the PRZ NE/IA showcase and definitely opened some eyes with his physicality. Dakota also showed lots of promise on the wrestling mat as a first-year wrestler that qualified for state. Lots of hype for Dakota!
Excited to make it to state my first year of wrestling! @CSAPrepStar @PrepstarWest @A4CMidwest @NEBwrestle #wrestling #Nebraska pic.twitter.com/omk5EGyhnu
— Dakota Coon (@dakota_coon) February 14, 2022
I appreciate the invite to @PrincetonFTBL summer camps! I’m looking forward to showing what I can do! @CSAPrepStar @PrepstarWest @A4CMidwest @6starfootballne @PrepRedzoneNE #FridayNightLights #2WayStarter #Nebraska #Football #SophomoreSZN pic.twitter.com/kuRgzCWa2S
— Dakota Coon (@dakota_coon) February 22, 2022
9 – Sebastien Boyle Sebastien Boyle 5'11" | 210 lbs | RB Scottsbluff | 2024 State NE (RB) | Scottsbluff | 6’0″ 190 lbs
Sebastien is a player gaining ground quickly on the recruiting circuit. Boyle had a monster breakout season as a sophomore where he rushed for 1,774 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns. He is a unique back with an amazing blend of speed and power when he runs. Boyle was a star at the PRZ Stock Up showcase; even during a grueling wrestling schedule, he showed up and showed out in front of several coaches. He wrapped up his wrestling season on the state medalist podium, finishing in 5th place in a grueling Class B 195 class. Boyle has recently visited with the Huskers and Wyoming and will undoubtedly add more visits before the start of the season.
Anything is possibly through Christ. Since the beginning of the wrestling season, my biggest goal was to qualify for state. But once I achieved that goal I wanted more. I would like to thank everybody that was a part of my wrestling season. pic.twitter.com/ndXUX6yKP3
— sebastien joesph boyle (@SebastienBoyle6) February 20, 2022
10 – Isaiah McMorris Isaiah McMorris 6'0" | 175 lbs | WR Bellevue West | 2024 State NE (ATH) | Millard North | 6’0″ 175 lbs
Isaiah is n the midst of helping the Mustangs secure back-to-back state championships in basketball. On the football field, all Isaiah did was rack up over 1,000 offensive yards and 14 total touchdowns with 20 tackles and 3 interceptions on defense. McMorris has proven to be one of the best overall athletes on the field and can flip momentum whether he’s on offense, defense, or special teams. Isaiah is one of the highest upside players in this class, and I’m excited to see how his sophomore momentum continues into year 3.
District Champs @MNHS_Basketball
STATEBOUND (Bac2Bac🏆 ) @isaaiahh #athlete pic.twitter.com/iGRsxFb6vc— Results Academy est. 2020 (@resultsacademy_) March 3, 2022
11 – Trent Uhlir Trent Uhlir 6'1" | 230 lbs | ATH Battle Creek | 2024 State NE (ATH) | Battle Creek | 6’1″ 225 lbs
Trent is a machine and will be a well-known name by the time he’s a senior. Trent is an all-around playmaker that can make plays as a running back or make some bone-crushing tackles. During Uhlir’s sophomore year, he rushed for 813 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns while tacking on 59 tackles, 2 sacks, and 2 interceptions on defense. Uhlir is a powerful athlete that continues to add strength and athleticism to his game. Trent will be getting ready to gear up for baseball, where he is also a top-ranked prospect.
425×10 pic.twitter.com/eNzO6iIM6p
— Trent Uhlir (@TrentUhlir) December 22, 2021
12 – JT Brands JT Brands 6'2" | 270 lbs | DL Oakland-Craig | 2024 State NE (DL) | Oakland-Craig | 6’2″ 250 lbs
JT is a game wrecker in the making for Oakland-Craig, and he showed a lot of that in 2021. As a sophomore, JT had 62 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, and 4 sacks on top of the additional attention he received from opposing offenses. Brands has a non-stop motor and is always flying around the field, looking to get in the ball-carriers face. I’m excited to see what the spring and summer have in store for JT.
13 – Bennett Stock Bennett Stock 5'11" | 240 lbs | OL Gretna | 2024 State NE (OL) | Gretna | 5’11”
Bennett stepped up big time for the Dragons as he took over starting Center duties and rocked it. For his first year playing center, he played like he had been doing it for a while. He is quick off the snap and getting into the next level to open up run lanes. Stock is a player that I’ll continue to keep an eye out for because I think he will develop into an elite C/interior lineman.
14 – Jahmez Ross Jahmez Ross 5'10" | 180 lbs | RB Omaha Westside | 2024 State NE (RB) | Omaha Westside | 5’10” 190 lbs
If Jahmez goes off for 1,500+ rushing yards in 2022, we want to say that we called it first. Ross is a stud at running back and should pick up where he left off in his sophomore year when he rushed for 472 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns on only 65 carries. He is a big-play running back that can break off the long run on any given play. He also joined his classmates on a recent visit to the Iowa Hawkeyes and visited the Huskers. Ross is going to be a problem for Class A defenses.
15 – Ben Holcomb Ben Holcomb 6'1" | 185 lbs | LB Blair | 2024 State NE (LB) | Blair | 6’2″ 185 lbs
This is a player I think many teams are sleeping on a bit. Ben is an OLB/WR with great size and is already showing a top-tier first step and ability to make plays in the backfield. He didn’t play a full-time position, but he still totaled 26 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, and a sack. Ben has taken the offseason as an opportunity to hit the weight room hard, and it has been paying off dividends. He could be Blair’s best-kept secret going into the 2022 season.
November—>February💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/Mof3QVgC4g
— Ben Holcomb (@Bennyho2145) February 25, 2022
16 – Christian Coffman Christian Coffman 6'2" | 250 lbs | OL Millard North | 2024 State NE (OL) | Millard North | 6’2″ 250 lbs
Christian is part of a great young core of Millard North players looking to help MN return to the playoffs in 2022. Coffman is an OL/DL prospect with great size for a sophomore. One of the best aspects of Coffman’s game is his explosiveness and physicality regardless of what side of the ball he’s playing on. Coffman and junior Max Hogan Max Hogan 6'3" | 270 lbs | OL MIllard North | 2023 State NE are going to be a difficult duo to play against.
405 x8 pic.twitter.com/wx77ySMKkT
— Christian Coffman (@ChristianCoffm8) February 18, 2022
17 – Payton Prestito Payton Prestito 5'10" | 185 lbs | RB Papillion-La Vista | 2024 State NE (RB) | Papillion-La Vista | 5’10” 185 lbs
Payton is an impressive sophomore for the Monarchs that should break out in 2022 once he takes on a more significant role. Prestito gave us several flashes of how good he could be when he rushed for 678 rushing yards and 8 rushing touchdowns with an average of 5.7 yards per run. He added 21 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, and snagged two interceptions in a versatile defensive role. As far as the offseason goes, Payton has been putting in WORK in the weight room and getting ready for workhorse carries in year 3. Coaches need to keep tabs on this one!
https://twitter.com/paytony15/status/1499050198047379457?s=20&t=G-HbY851w73di2UwwcXQKA
squat pr, 425lbs‼️, class of 2024 pic.twitter.com/DmdgQWk391
— Payton Prestito (@pprestito21) March 5, 2022
18 – Carter Janssen Carter Janssen 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB Norfolk Catholic | 2024 State NE (QB) | Norfolk Catholic | 6’1″ 170 lbs
Carter Janssen Carter Janssen 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB Norfolk Catholic | 2024 State NE is going to be a player to watch as he continues to develop. Janssen helped lead Norfolk Catholic to the state championship game, where they fell just short of the ultimate goal. Regardless, Norfolk Catholic can take a sigh of relief knowing they will be in good hands under Janssen. Carter had a very impressive sophomore year, throwing for 1,235 yards and 13 touchdowns on 63% completion. He also showed that he’s a threat on the ground with 578 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. He continued to show off his wheels at the PRZ Stock Up showcase after running a 4.55 and literally turned coaches’ heads. Carter has the tools to keep the Knights in title contention as long as he’s under center.
19 – Jonquel Osler Jonquel Osler 6'0" | 225 lbs | DL Omaha Westside | 2024 State NE (DL) | Omaha Westside | 6’2″ 220 lbs
Jonquel was a rotational player for the Warriors but certainly left his mark on the field. He tallied 13 tackles with six tackles for loss and three sacks, showing his development as a pass rusher. Osler is still relatively under-the-radar among recruiting circle but should see a massive jump in 2022 when he assumes a bigger role.
20 – Donovan Jones Donovan Jones 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB Omaha North | 2024 State NE (DB) | Omaha North | 5’11” 170 lbs
Football is all about the next man up, and Donovan Jones Donovan Jones 6'0" | 185 lbs | DB Omaha North | 2024 State NE looks to be that guy for the Omaha North Vikings. Jones is a player that I really like because he is physical and has excellent length and instincts already as a sophomore. He’s had good players ahead of him to learn from (Williams & Higgins) and will be paired with another very talented player ( Tre’Vionne Brown Tre’Vionne Brown 5'10" | 160 lbs | ATH Omaha North | 2023 State NE ). Jones attended the Stock Up showcase and turned some heads with his performance in the one on ones. It looks like Donovan has been grinding to reach new heights in the weight room.
New pr 235 #grindseason @tyson_terryyy pic.twitter.com/wW4V6nOL4S
— Donovan Jones (@D1onovan4) March 11, 2022