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Changing The Game For The Better – Week 9 Standouts

Changing The Game For The Better – Week 9 Standouts
TAuntre Spence
TAuntre Spence
October 28, 2023 @ 12:55 AM
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Kolton Nero
Kolton Nero 6'1" | 215 lbs | RB | 2024
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Peyton Floyd
Peyton Floyd 5'11" | 175 lbs | QB | 2024
AL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Featured Schools: Moody HS, Hewitt Trussville HS, Reeltown HS, Thompson HS, and Foley HS.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br>Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of high school football, where the gridiron becomes a stage for young talents to shine. In this article, we delve deep into the world of the sport, uncovering the stories of five extraordinary athletes. From the explosive prowess of running backs to the precision and leadership of quarterbacks, and the tenacity of linebackers to the strategic mastery of defensive backs, we'll unravel their unique skills and explore the impact they bring to the game. Get ready to witness the future stars of football, as we showcase their passion, dedication, and exceptional abilities on the field. It's time to meet the players who are redefining the game and paving the way for a new era of football excellence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As always let's dive into some Alabama football!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["353152"],"_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":"Quarterbacks are often referred to as the field generals, and [player_tooltip player_id='353152' first='Peyton' last='Floyd'] fits this description perfectly. As the quarterback for Hewitt-Trussville High School, he's the conductor of the offensive orchestra. 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Featured Schools: Moody HS, Hewitt Trussville HS, Reeltown HS, Thompson HS, and Foley HS.

Peyton Floyd

Peyton Floyd

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CLASS 2024
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Peyton
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Weight
175
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AL
Changing The Game For The Better – Week 9 Standouts
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Tyler Hicks

Tyler Hicks

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Authur Woods

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Chase Jackson

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