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2025 Names to Note

2025 Names to Note
Shiloh Lanphear
Shiloh Lanphear
March 5, 2023 @ 01:51 PM
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Tyreke Darden
Tyreke Darden 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB | 2025
MS
Kevin Oatis
Kevin Oatis 6'3" | 265 lbs | DL | 2025
MS
Dillon Alfred
Dillon Alfred 6'0" | 170 lbs | WR | 2025
AL
Darrell Smith
Darrell Smith 5'8" | 165 lbs | RB | 2025
MS
Anson Lewis
Anson Lewis 6'2" | 190 lbs | WR | 2025
MS
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Whatever position he is put at he simply goes and produces. On the defensive line Oatis frequently pushes back opponents deep into the backfield where he makes a play on the ball. His energy and production is one that will truly boost any roster both in high school and college. So far Kevin has received multiple offers from programs such as Alabama, Mississippi State, Michigan and more. 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With over 700 yards receiving Alfred's level of play earned him an early offer from Ole Miss all the way back in November. This kid is near unstoppable with the ball in his hands as his break away speed is a skill that sets him apart from the rest. 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His sophomore year Smith averaged over 13.4 yards per carry all the while displaying his ability to break tackles, make defenders miss and be one of the most productive backs in the state. Due to his potential Darrell is set to eclipse his performances year after year. Smith has already received a D1 offer but I am certain that he will collect more as he leads the Picayune Tide to several victories over his playing career.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6404f2ab234c3"} /-->
Anson Lewis

Anson Lewis

MS
WR
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 190
POS WR
CLASS 2025
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Anson
Lewis WR
Class
2025
Height
6'2"
Weight
190
HS
Columbia
|
MS
2025 Names to Note
Anson is a 6-2 200lb WR from Columbia who boasts incredible strength, power and speed.  Anson, also known...
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Anson Lewis

State: Mississippi
School: Columbia
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Kevin Oatis

Kevin Oatis

MS
DL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 265
POS DL
CLASS 2025
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Kevin
Oatis DL
Class
2025
Height
6'3"
Weight
265
HS
Hattiesburg
|
MS
2025 Names to Note
Oatis is an incredibly productive Defensive lineman who is yet to receive his stars but deserving of at...
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Arkansas
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State: Mississippi
School: Hattiesburg
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Dillon Alfred

Dillon Alfred

AL
WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS WR
CLASS 2025
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Dillon
Alfred WR
Class
2025
Height
6'0"
Weight
170
HS
Saraland
|
AL
2025 Names to Note
Dillon is a quick and explosive receiver with the ability to take the ball to the house on...
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State: Alabama
School: Saraland
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Tyreke Darden

Tyreke Darden

MS
DB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 180
POS DB
CLASS 2025
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Tyreke
Darden DB
Class
2025
Height
6'2"
Weight
180
HS
Tupelo
|
MS
2025 Names to Note
Tyreke earned a varsity roster spot on a team that is a perennial competitor for the state championship....
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Tyreke Darden

State: Mississippi
School: Tupelo
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Darrell Smith

Darrell Smith

MS
RB
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 165
POS RB
CLASS 2025
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Darrell
Smith RB
Class
2025
Height
5'8"
Weight
165
HS
Picayune
|
MS
2025 Names to Note
Some may question Darrell Smith ‘s size but he has consistently proven that his size does not affect...
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Darrell Smith

State: Mississippi
School: Picayune
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