Under The Radar 3A Wide Receivers To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which 3A wide receivers are flying under the radar? Which could see some offers come their way down the road?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Read all the details on Prep Redzone...</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kee Williams - Harlem</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A crafty route-runner with reliable hands, Williams is a fun receiver to watch on Friday nights. He's flying under the radar as far as his recruitment goes, but when he's on the field, he's hard to miss, and he's going to make plays. The leading receiver in 3A right now, the 6-foot-2 170-pounder is great after the catch and having an excellent senior season so far. Through his first eight games, he's only caught 27 passes, but they've gone for 569 yards for an eye-opening average of 21 yards per catch while reeling in five touchdowns. He's hauled in at least 46 yards in every game this season and at least 75 receiving yards in four games this fall. His best game came last week in a win over ARC where he caught six passes for 100 yards and one touchdown. He's a prospect to know about for the second half of the season if he continues to make big plays on a weekly basis. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1090770' first='Hayden' last='Jones'] - Pickens</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A tough, physical wideout that has no problem blocking on the perimeter, Jones is a playmaking sophomore receiver from Pickens who can do a little bit of everything for the Dragons offense. At 6-foot-1 175-pounds, Jones has a solid frame and is a big target in the passing game. He's a willing blocker on the outside, but he's a sure-handed weapon who can make big plays down the field. He's great in jump-ball situations and does a great job of catching the ball over defenders at the highest point. An impressive route-runner for his age, Jones can get open vertically and can find holes in zone coverage in the middle of the field. He's a dependable pass-catcher who doesn't play like your average sophomore. He has a natural feel for the game, and so far this season, he's hauled in 29 passes for 446 yards and four touchdowns. He's reached the 100-yard mark three times this season and is coming off a big game against Gilmer where he caught five passes for 116 yards and two touchdowns. He has a high ceiling as a receiver and only scratching the surface of his potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1092208' first='McCord' last='Purdy'] - Pickens</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A touchdown machine for the Pickens Dragons, Purdy is a fast-rising sophomore who has made play after play so far this season. A long-strider who consistently finds a way to get behind the defense, Purdy has really good size already at 6-foot-2 170-pounds. He's a vertical threat and a good athlete who knows how to track the ball in the air and stay upright after the catch. When he's got the ball, he's looking to score. The Jasper, Georgia native has caught 28 passes this year for 361 yards and seven touchdowns. He high-points the ball well in the air and has the ability to come down with a tough catch in tight coverage. He shows strong, reliable hands and has been a consistent pass-catcher all season long. He's also shown the ability to make plays in the return game on special teams due to his burst, visions, and overall playmaking ability. Just a sophomore, Purdy is a natural at the position with size, good speed, and outstanding ball skills. He's shown D1-caliber potential this season and has his best football still way ahead of him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->