Players to Watch in the 2A Quarterfinals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Take a look at the top 2A players to watch in the quarterfinals: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='663004' first='Tyson' last='Buckley'], QB, Camp Verde '24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Buckley is a big kid at 6'3" 245lbs and has done a great job dicing up 2A defenses in that air raid offense. He stands tall and poised in the pocket and does a great job going through progression, while showing the ability to make all 3 levels of throws with velocity or touch, along with the ability to throw receivers open when attacking vertical down the field. Even at his size, he does a good job escaping the pocket when needed, and won't hesitate to lower his shoulder and deliver with a boom to pick up those extra chunks of yards. He's thrown for over 3,000 yards and 48 TD's thus far, and will look to continue to light it up this week. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='663006' first='Christian' last='Sanabria'], WR, Camp Verde '24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sanabria is a definite weapon that is a very difficult kid to gameplan against. His raw ability with pure athleticism makes him a mismatch against any DB in 2A, and is a sure game changer from any receiver spot (X,Z, Slot). Creative route runner with a good burst at the top of his routes to generate clear separation, and also possesses good top end speed to get over the top with ease. Playmaker in medium and short yardage situations as he holds the ability to turn a 2 yard slant into a long TD. Sanabria is levels above every 2A receiver in the state and he deserves to see those offers flood in ASAP. <img class="wp-image-1082822" style="width: 320px" src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/11/IMG_9809-2.jpg" alt=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115535' first='Andrew' last='Trapp'], ATH, Scottsdale Christian '24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trapp is an electric player and a threat to take anything to the house at the 2A level. Versatile player with the ability to be the biggest threat on the field anywhere he lines up, and can change the game on any given play. Excellent burst, vision, and COD with twitch as he is a nightmare to bring down 1v1. He racked up 931 yards and 13 TD's in the regular season, and will have to continue to be that spark for SCA throughout the playoffs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='115516' first='Zayden' last='Neill'], QB, San Tan Charter '24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Neill is a 4 year starter and is entering one of the biggest matchups of his career. He's thrown for over 2,100 yards and 26 TD's this season, and shows excellent ball security with only 4 INT's. He does a great job staying poised in the pocket no matter how chaotic it is around him, and delivers throws with anticipation, timing, and touch. You can't discredit his ability to make plays on the ground either, as he's rushed for 553 yards and 9 TD's. <img class="wp-image-1082659" style="width: 300px" src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2022/02/PRZStockGraphic-crop-645x424-1691629863-crop-591x388-1692826957-crop-590x387-1699472175.jpg" alt=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1116506' first='Tuddy' last='Smart']</strong>, ATH, Pima '24</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smart is a special player on both sides of the ball and has been that defensive difference maker. Excellent athleticism as he shows the ability to play nearly anywhere on the field and excel. He comes into the quarterfinals with 75 total tackles, 18 TFL's, 3.5 sacks and 5 INT's. Instinctual kid with excellent play recognition to fly to the ball and make plays. Offensively, he's been a spark when needed as he's rushed for 332 yards and 6 TD's. Definitely a key player that will be crucial in Pima's success moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='954413' first='Elijah' last='Harris'], RB/LB, Arizona Lutheran '25</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harris has been a been spark for Arizona Lutheran all throughout his Jr. campaign, and really stepped up this season to fill a huge role. He's rushed for 738 yards and 12 TD's while snagging receiving 3 TD's as well. Solid player on the defensive side of the ball as well as he's produced 52 tackles and 2 sacks in that 9 game span. Just a good all around athlete that will continue to be a player to watch throughout the playoffs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->