2026’s Primetime WR Targets
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Some of the most reliable pass targets in the state, these 2026 wide receivers are ready to shine next season. As they all displayed elite characteristics as sophomores, they are primed to explode on the scene and start receiving more…
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Continue ReadingSome of the most reliable pass targets in the state, these 2026 wide receivers are ready to shine next season. As they all displayed elite characteristics as sophomores, they are primed to explode on the scene and start receiving more collegiate attention.
The top receiving target from the 2026 class, Terrance Knighton Terrance Knighton 5’9″ | 160 lbs | WR Willingboro | 2026 State NJ lit it up in 2023. The Willingboro product was electric last season as he was on the receiving end from one of the best QBs in the state in Lamar Best Lamar Best 6’0″ | 175 lbs | QB Willingboro | 2026 State NJ . A burner off of the line, Terrance has an extremely quick first step that gives him an edge against defensive backs. Catching 900 yards and 11 touchdowns, Terrance is a crisp route runner and consistently comes down with the contested pass. Give this kid a look before it’s too late.
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Quayd Hendryx
Quayd Hendryx
Finding the end zone 9 times and catching 782 yards, Quayd Hendryx is an up and coming receiver that needs more eyes on him. Quayd is the type of player that can make a guy miss and turn a short route into a large gain. With a stutter step that gets defenders crossed up, Quayd is a shifty ball carrier. Get the ball in this Burlington receiver’s hands and let him work his magic.
Another talented player coming out of Winslow, Nyqir Helton Nyqir Helton 6’0″ | 170 lbs | ATH Winslow | 2026 State NJ has become one of the top targets in the NJ 2026 class. As he caught 606 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2023, Nyqir is a receiver you let dart downfield and you toss it up to him because there’s a good chance he’s coming down with it. With some extraordinary hops, Nyqir is able to go over the defender to come down with the ball. Another speedster that carves through defenses with the ball in his hands, look for Nyqir to rack up some impressive stats in 2024.
A soon the be star wide receiver for St. Augustine, Paris Pratt Paris Pratt 6’1″ | 150 lbs | WR St. Augustine | 2026 State NJ Jr. made a big impact on the field last fall as he caught 533 yards and 3 touchdowns. A tall, lengthy receiver, Paris is a true jump ball specialist. You can expect a lot of throws to go his way in the back of the end zone next fall. With Paris’ reach, he can reel the ball in from outside the defender’s range. The QB can feel confidently throwing it to Paris over the shoulder and know he’ll come down with it.
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A deceivingly fast receiver, Tyree Roane Tyree Roane 5’10” | 185 lbs | WR Paul VI | 2026 NJ can sprint by a cornerback without them ever standing a chance. A very agile ball carrier, I am most impressed with what Tyree can do once the ball is in his hands.
However, Tyree is deadly even before he gets the ball. Don’t be deceived by Tyree’s size, it doesn’t stop him from being a downfield threat. With the hand strength he has, Tyree has the ability to bring the ball in even if a defender has his hands on it. Receiving 450 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2023, look for him to put up some big numbers next season.