Top Ohio players you may have never heard of – Volume 6
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St. Ignatius Josh Papesh Josh Papesh 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Saint Ignatius | 2024 State OH , QB, 2024 – Josh has been getting a lot of attention lately as the season approaches. He is a pro style…
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Josh Papesh Josh Papesh 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Saint Ignatius | 2024 State OH , QB, 2024 – Josh has been getting a lot of attention lately as the season approaches. He is a pro style QB standing 6’3 and weighing 215. He is very smart and commands the offense at a high level. He has an array of weapons at his disposal and uses them effectively. He reads the full field and delivers strikes. He can put touch on a deep ball and fit it into a tight intermediate window. He works with exceptional coaches and possesses above average technique. He has the speed and athleticism to win in the QB run game. He avoids the rush easily keeping his eyes down field. He has MAC interest as well as some of the top academic schools in the country after him. Looking forward to seeing his senior campaign.
Grant Washington, RB, 2025 – Grant is very talented and will make a name for himself this season at the RB position. He has exceptional speed and twitch. He runs the inside and outside zone plays to perfection. He hits the edge and it is hard to catch him. He is tough inside the tackles and delivers blows. He runs behind his pads but also can make you miss. He catches well out of the backfield and blocks bigger defenders when needed. He is starting to get some D1 interest. Looking forward to seeing where he ends up.
Jon Merimee, WR, 2024 – Jon is a great football player with hybrid skills. He aligns all over the field at the WR and TE position. He is tall at 6’4 and has room to fill out. He is fast and athletic with his routes. His route running technique is high with good top end snap and head faking. He catches the ball softly and bursts to the endzone in the open field. He can beat man coverage with good stack. He blocks with toughness and competes. He has a passion for the game which is evident on the field. Has offers on the table carrying a high GPA and 31 ACT.
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Dalin Wilkins Dalin Wilkins 6'3" | 220 lbs | WR Northmont | 2024 State OH , WR, 2024 – Dalin is an awesome football player and extremely talented. He is tall, athletic, and filled out. He can take the top off with speed and sit in the void with good snap back. He is a touchdown machine down the field and especially in the red zone. He easily beats man coverage with good stack. He competes for the ball in the air and routinely outjumps DB’s. He has the strength to run you over and the wiggle to make you miss. He is utilized in multiple alignments and knows the offense well. He has offers on the table and currently sits at 3 Stars. Take a look.
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Anthony Benedict, RB, 2025 – Anthony is a very good football player who will further solidify himself in 2023. He averaged almost 8 yards a carry last season. He is low to the ground and tough to tackle. He has the wiggle to make you miss and the toughness to run you over. His vision at patience are exceptional. He sets up blocks well and stays behind his blockers. He can catch out of the backfield with soft hands. He is not afraid to stick his nose in there are block. I am excited to see his progress in 2023.