Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
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After an action-packed year of high school football action in the Bluegrass State, it’s time to highlight some of the most impactful prospects that made their presence known on the field this past season. After breaking down some of the…
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Continue ReadingAfter an action-packed year of high school football action in the Bluegrass State, it’s time to highlight some of the most impactful prospects that made their presence known on the field this past season. After breaking down some of the top 2026 playmakers on both sides of the ball, here’s my list of some intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to watch for on the offensive side of the ball.
In the first place spot on my list is Zane Johnson Zane Johnson 6’0″ | 205 lbs | QB Trinity | 2027 State KY , a quarterback at Trinity High School. Johnson impresses me with his footwork and ability to maneuver the pocket. I also like how Johnson can use the edge to scan the backfield for an open man. Another facet of Johnson’s playstyle that stands out is his arm strength and pin-point accuracy in the air, showing off his his ability to complete challenging passes.
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I am additionally impressed with Kade Goodin Kade Goodin 6’2″ | 170 lbs | QB Collins | 2027 State KY , a quarterback at Collins High School. What stands out about Goodin is his electric speed on the ground, proving he can breach the pocket, juke out the defense and create seperation on his way to the house. Goodin also made a difference with his strong passing game, showing off his precision in the air as well as his ability to find safe passing targets in the endzone.
Claiming the number three spot on my list is Gavin Johnson Gavin Johnson 6’1″ | 185 lbs | ATH Hazard | 2027 State KY , a wide receiver at Hazard High School. What makes Johnson so efficient down the stretch is his breakaway speed. physicality in coverage and his ability to attack the ball in the air with his solid wingspan. I also like Johnson’s ability to maneuver the field on the run, showing off his strong footwork and ability to consistently slip past the defense.
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Another skilled prospect to keep an eye on is Nicholas Ranson Nicholas Ranson 5’8″ | 150 lbs | RB Scott County | 2027 State KY , a wide receiver at Scott County High School. Ranson stands out with his quick execution as well as his ability to blast past the defense from along the edge. I also like how Ranson can use his size and core strength to his advantage in the pocket, remaining durable while he barrels past the opposition to carry the offense into prime scoring position.
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Coming in at number five on my list is Caven Williams Caven Williams 5’11” | 180 lbs | RB Lawrence County | 2027 State KY , a running back at Lawrence County High School. In addition to excellent speed, what impresses me about Williams is his durable edge, his ability to blast into the backfield and his ability to create seperation on the run. I also like how Williams can quickly turn around to haul in the short pass and use the edge to blast into enemy territory.
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Also worth mentioning is Eastin Ervin Eastin Ervin 5’9″ | 280 lbs | OL South Warren | 2027 KY , an offensive lineman at South Warren High School. Ervin caught my attention at the Southern Kentucky Elite Winter Showcase with his great size and strength at the line of scrimmage. On top of great execution off the snap, I liked how Ervin utilized his arms to push back against the defensive line, deterring pressure as well as locking down the opposition with his physicality.