Week 11 Review: Chatfield Chargers vs Fairview Knights
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A look at the three best performances from this opening round upset in the 5A playoffs. Review Coming into this Round 1 matchup, the tale of these two team’s seasons couldn’t have been more different. The Fairview Knights came into…
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Coming into this Round 1 matchup, the tale of these two team’s seasons couldn’t have been more different. The Fairview Knights came into the opening round with a 9-1 record overall and an undefeated record in their conference, while the Chatfield Chargers limped into the opening round with a 4-6 record overall and a 3-2 record in their conference. However, this game would serve as an excellent example as to why games aren’t played on paper. While the Knights were able to score first, the Chargers didn’t panic, responding with scores on their next two possessions to take a 21-7 lead into the locker room at halftime. With their first possession of the 2nd half, the Chargers were able to hit paydirt again and extend the score to a commanding 28-7 lead over the stunned Fairview Knights. The Knights nearly pulled off the comeback, however, scoring twice in the 4th quarter to close the Chatfield lead to 28-20. The Chargers offense was able to run out the clock though, sealing the remarkable 28-20 upset over the Fairview Knights. With a game like this one, it was hard to pick just three players who stood out the most, but these are the three who I felt made the biggest differences in the game.
Players of the Game
Jake Jones Jake Jones QB Chatfield | 2024 State CO , Chatfield Chargers (QB)(Jr.)(13) – While the Chargers offense had several key performances, none of those other showings would have been possible without the night that Jones had at the QB position. Jones made his presence felt in every facet of the game for the Chatfield offense, as he went an impressive 15 of 17 (88%) for 260 yards passing, 3 passing touchdowns, and a QBR of 167.3 while also accounting for 15 yards rushing and a rushing touchdown as well. When you turn on the film of Jones’ performance against the Fairview defense, you can see that Jones is a sturdy (6’1, 185 lbs), long armed passer with enough arm strength to hit every level of the field, consistently challenging the shell of the defensive backfield. Highly efficient passer that makes good decisions with the ball, rarely trying to do too much or force throws. Savvy, smart QB that takes what the defense gives him and displays a good understanding of coverages and what route combinations work off of those coverages. Deceptive athleticism allows him to be a threat running the ball when scrambling or on designed runs. Good pocket presence that allows him to move around and buy enough time for his receivers to create separation downfield. Jones is currently ranked the number 14 QB and the number 107 player overall in the class of 2024, with a bump in those rankings coming if he can continue to lead the Chargers on an unlikely run through the 5A state playoffs.
Jordan Rechel Jordan Rechel 5'11" | 165 lbs | WR Fairview | 2025 State CO , Fairview Knights (WR/RB)(So.)(1) – Despite the heartbreaking loss and the lack of any type of production through most of the game for the Fairview offense as a unit, Rechel was easily the biggest reason the Knights were almost able to avoid the upset. In his performance against the Chatfield defense, Rechel accounted for a remarkable 115 yards receiving on 6 receptions (19.2 YPR) while also registering 41 yards rushing and a rushing touchdown on 11 carries (3.7 YPC) as well. When you watch the tape of Rechel’s night against the Chargers defense, you can see Rechel shows an innate ability as a slot receiver. Compact stature (5’10, 170 lbs) with elite short area quickness when working underneath or outside. Excellent top end foot speed that can take the top off of the defense when working deeper routes against nickel corners and safeties. Elusive runner after the catch, consistently eluding multiple defenders after receptions on screens, mesh concepts, and when working the intermediate area of the field. Shows a quick and lethal release at the line that can beat most opposing DBs locked in man coverage. Good tracking ability when working back to under-thrown passes, showing the ability to undercut the defender and high-point the ball. Rechel is currently rated the number 1 WR and the number 1 player overall for the class of 2025, with that ranking not surprising at all to see. Rechel is easily one of the best offensive players in the state regardless of class and ,despite the tough loss to Chatfield, will be a fun player to follow the next two seasons of his prep career.
Avery Deweese, Chatfield Chargers (LB)(Jr.)(47) – Deweese was, arguably, the Chargers biggest contributor towards their upset of the Knights on the defensive side of the ball. Deweese was all over the field for the Chatfield defense, as he accounted for an incredible 15 tackles, a tackle for a loss, and a pass deflection with those numbers showing up at the biggest moments of the game for the Chargers. Turning to the tape of Deweese’s performance against the Fairview offense, he immediately stands out as an extremely high motor player that relentlessly pursues the ball carrier. Smart, disciplined LB that understands his responsibilities, run fits, and while playing aggressive doesn’t get caught over-pursuing the ball carrier, consistently maintaining the edge well. Shows consistently sound form at the point-of-attack when making contact with the ball carrier, getting his head across the core, wrapping up, and driving his legs through contact. Shows good first step explosiveness when coming out of his stance and crashing downhill towards the line of scrimmage. Shows a good ability to stack-and-shed the opposing blocker when working towards the ball carrier. Deweese isn’t currently ranked on any recruiting boards, but he’ll certainly be an important piece of the Chatfield defense as they look to continue their improbable run through the 5A state playoffs.