Week 3’s Top Pass Catching Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Many of the state's top aerial attacks are quickly rounding into mid-season form, so it stands to reason that some of the state's top receiver talent--both returning veterans and some exceptionally talented newcomers--are producing some eye-popping numbers and production while contributing to their programs' success. Whether generating yards after the catch on screens, extending drives via intermediate routes or taking the tops off of opposing coverages with deeper routes, these performers exhibit the skills, talents and durability to stress opposing secondaries a variety of ways and thus create additional offensive opportunities in the process.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["313656"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"In his Trojans' 45-16 victory over Daviess County, Boykins left no legitimate reason for anyone to doubt his current status as the state's top 2024 wide receiver, as he hauled in 9 receptions for 120 yards and 3 touchdowns and further impacted the game with 2 rushing attempts for 15 yards and a touchdown, along with securing his team's lone interception of the night and returning it 54 yards. Currently averaging over 11 receptions, 192.7 yards and 19.3 points per game, the University of Louisville commit clearly makes the short list for Kentucky's u0022Mr. Footballu0022 award at this point in the season and currently leads all receivers statewide in total receptions, total touchdown receptions and receiving yards per game. In addition to his exceptional speed and physicality, Boykins' ability to adjust to the ball in flight and establish leveraged positions in relation to defenders are higher level skills that separate him from the bulk of his positional peers.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["653479"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Currently occupying the #3 spot in statewide receiving statistics, Carrico provides the high-powered Aces' offense its most experienced and technically proficient receiver with a knack for making plays in critical situations, and all of those traits certainly were on display in Owensboro Catholic's big 33-28 win over cross-town rival Owensboro. Collecting 8 total receptions on the night along with 134 receiving yards and a touchdown, his catches extended critical drives on several occasions, and his ability to run through initial contact generate additional yards after the catch were integral to his squad's offensive success. Now averaging 6 catches, 117.5 yards and 2 touchdowns per game, he also excels defensively where he currently has 9 solo tackles, 27 assists, 3 tackles for loss and 2 interceptions for the season. Currently holding offers from a number of NAIA and Division II programs, he appears sure to attract added attention from next-level scouts if the Aces' 4-0 season maintains its current trajectory.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["876429"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"Given his most recent performance in his Cardinals' 19-14 win over Madison Southern, Dumphord's transition from quarterback to wide receiver seems to be progressing seamlessly, as he hauled in 4 receptions for 116 yards and 2 touchdowns while adding 10 touches via rushing attempts for an additional 45 yards.  Also intercepting 1 pass versus the Eagles to help secure the victory, he now has 23 total pass receptions for 450 yards and 5 touchdowns after four games, in addition to 153 yards and 5 more touchdowns on 25 rushing attempts. Likewise a special team threat who has returned 1 kickoff for a score this season, he currently averages 0ver 152 total yards and 16.5 points per game, energizing his squad's 4-0 start. His tall, physical frame and unique skill set create numerous matchup problems for most opposing defenses and his ability to align in multiple positions only further complicates the challenge. Currently considering an offer from Eastern Kentucky, he is sure to attract countless others before the culmination of his prep career next fall.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_3_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1200706' first='Tyler' last='Fryman']","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_3_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_3_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_3_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_3_player_details_school":"Beechwood","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_3_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_3_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_3_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_3_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"In a display of poise and big-game composure far exceeding his modest freshman status, Fryman came through in a huge way in his Tigers' 58-54 win over Class 6A Simon Kenton with 6 receptions for 190 yards and 3 touchdowns, in addition to a four-yard touchdown run on his only carry of the night. A 6'0u0022 175-pound wide receiver and defensive back, he has already begun to attract the attention of college scouts as a baseball player, but after only four varsity football games thus far, it appears certain that he certainly shows a great deal of potential on the gridiron, as well. Currently the #2 receiver on the state's #2 scoring offense and second-ranked passing attack, he has hauled in 19 receptions for 422 yards and 5 touchdowns for an impressive average of 105.5 receiving yards per game. A part-time contributor in the defensive secondary, as well, Fryman has collected 1 interception and seems sure to attract the interest of countless football programs going forward.","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_4_player_details_player_name":"Caleb Moore","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_4_player_details_graduating_class":"2024","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_4_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_4_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_4_player_details_school":"Rockcastle County","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_4_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_4_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_4_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"Another ex-quarterback on this list who seems quite comfortable with his transition to wide receiver, Moore is dynamic, explosive athlete with the acceleration and open-field speed to turn routine intermediate throws into touchdowns, and this ability was very much evident in his Rockets' 63-27 win over Grant County. Catching 5 balls for 136 yards and 3 touchdowns, he took advantage of every touch, as he also returned an interception 40 yards for a touchdown and even completed one 14-yard pass for old time's sake. Typically aligning as the outside receiver at the bottom of the numbers or beyond, he possesses the straight line speed to get behind coverages but also the agility, efficient change-of-direction and route-running acumen to produce on multiple routes. Currently an integral part of the top-scoring offense in the state, Moore has caught 11 passes for 256 yards and 6 touchdowns this season.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":5,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65034e104d2e1"} /-->