Prep Redzone All-State Second Team: Skill Positions
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Check out some of the best playmakers we’ve observed this season! KJ Jackson AL #17 QB #1 HEIGHT 6'3" WEIGHT 210 POS QB CLASS 2024 View Profile KJ Jackson Twitter State: Alabama School: Saint James School Jackson is a dime-dropping…
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Jackson is a dime-dropping QB with next-level size and arm talent and the state’s most college-ready QB. With elite arm talent, he has one of the best deep balls in the country. The precision, touch, timing, and accuracy when dropping it in the bucket force defenses to cover every blade of glass whenever he drops back. However, Jackson can get great tourqe in his throwing motion, generate velocity, and fit the ball through tight windows. In addition to his arm talent, Jackson shows elite pocket mobility and can use his legs to make plays in case of emergencies. Though he can do damage as a runner, he does an excellent job of keeping his head up, buying time for receivers, and delivering accurate passes on the run and off the platform. As one of the best gunslingers in the country, Jackson is a certified baller and one of the best prospects in the state.
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Mcwilliams was the unsung hero of the Saarland offense. Though he doesn’t get the recognition of the other superstars on the team, Mcwilliams is clearly one of the more talented guys in the state. On over 1500 yards while averaging over six yards a carry, Mcwilliam’s production allows him to be in the elite conversations. Throughout the season, he showed great vision when running behind zone concepts. He frequently exposes cut-back lanes and maximizes most of his touches. Mcwilliams also displayed great initial burst when attacking the hole and can shift gears subtly. He’s also shifty in close quarters and can find extra yardage in crowds.
Frost is one of the more rugged runners in the state. While plowing his way to 2000+ yards this season, Frost showed tremendous determination and workhorse potential. With a muscular frame and total body strength Frost can use his lower body to maintain balance through contact, push piles forward, and run through tacklers. However, he can also shred arm tackles, break out stiff arms, and carry defenders along his way to first downs and touchdowns. In addition to his natural strength, Frost has just enough speed to break away if he gets into space.- making him a total three-down running back who can carry the offense.
Boyd is a dynamic playmaker who plays way larger than his listed size. The Charles Henderson product is pound for pound, one of the best receivers in the state. With elite hands and strength for his size, Boyd thrives at making contested catches consistently. In addition, he has great hand-eye coordination and can track the deep ball, tipped passes, and balls that aren’t perfect. Boyd also has a tremendous playmaking range with a knack for making sports center-worthy one-handed catches. This body control and skill set him apart and make him a quarterback-friendly receiver who can be a security blanket or big play threat depending on the situation. As one of the more underrated prospects in the country, look for Boyd to build on this season and draw major offers through the summer.
Grayson Davenport
Grayson Davenport
Davenport was one of the most productive receivers in the state. On 91 catches, he produced over 1300 yards and added in 15 touchdowns for the season. As a deceptive route runner who switches speeds, is intentional at the top of the route and is subtle with his movements, he consistently created space against man coverage. This, in addition to his above-average burst with releases off the line of scrimmage, made him a handful to cover and one of the best receivers in the state. When the ball was in his hand, he showed solid speed and wiggle when running after the catch- making him a reliable top-flight No.1 option.