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Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)

Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
Drew Toennies
Drew Toennies February 13, 2024 @ 12:55 PM
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Eastin Ervin
Eastin Ervin 5'9" | 280 lbs | OL | 2027
KY
Nicholas Ranson
Nicholas Ranson 5'8" | 150 lbs | RB/ATH | 2027
KY
Caven Williams
Caven Williams 5'11" | 180 lbs | RB | 2027
KY
Kade Goodin
Kade Goodin 6'3" | 200 lbs | QB | 2027
KY
Gavin Johnson
Gavin Johnson 6'1" | 185 lbs | ATH | 2027
KY
Zane Johnson
Zane Johnson 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB | 2027
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>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 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["374785"],"_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":"In the first place spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='374785' first='Zane' last='Johnson'], 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.rnrnu003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/v/2MuG2Pu0022u003eTape:u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909aa0"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378831"],"_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":"I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='378831' first='Kade' last='Goodin'], 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.rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19044969/6547f8303deb520b887281aau0022u003eTape:u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909b49"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378830"],"_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":"Claiming the number three spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='378830' first='Gavin' last='Johnson'], 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.rnrnu003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/video/3/19464328/6578b26a664bdf1224145aa6u0022u003eTape:u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909bc1"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["871926"],"_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":"Another skilled prospect to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='871926' first='Nicholas' last='Ranson'], 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.rnrnu003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/v/2Lneweu0022u003eTape:u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909c33"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["453102"],"_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":"Coming in at number five on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='453102' first='Caven' last='Williams'], 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.rnrnu003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/video/3/18647351/655262585ca9710b6445a297u0022u003eTape:u003c/au003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909ca3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1137665"],"_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":"Also worth mentioning is [player_tooltip player_id='1137665' first='Eastin' last='Ervin'], 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.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65cbbb2909d10"} /-->

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 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.

Buffalo
Zane Johnson

Zane Johnson

KY
QB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 205
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Zane
Johnson QB
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
Weight
205
HS
Trinity
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
In the first place spot on my list is Zane Johnson , a quarterback at Trinity High School....
Written by Drew Toennies
Buffalo
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Zane Johnson

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State: Kentucky
School: Trinity
Club: WEB Dubois Academy
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Ball State
Kade Goodin

Kade Goodin

KY
QB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 200
POS QB
CLASS 2027
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Kade
Goodin QB
Class
2027
Height
6'3"
Weight
200
HS
Collins
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
I am additionally impressed with Kade Goodin , a quarterback at Collins High School. What stands out about...
Written by Drew Toennies
Ball State
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Kade Goodin

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State: Kentucky
School: Collins
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Gavin Johnson

Gavin Johnson

KY
ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 185
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Gavin
Johnson ATH
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
Weight
185
HS
Boyle County
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
Claiming the number three spot on my list is Gavin Johnson , a wide receiver at Hazard High...
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State: Kentucky
School: Boyle County
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Nicholas Ranson

Nicholas Ranson

KY
RB/ATH
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 150
POS RB/ATH
CLASS 2027
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Nicholas
Ranson RB/ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'8"
Weight
150
HS
Scott County
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
Another skilled prospect to keep an eye on is Nicholas Ranson , a wide receiver at Scott County...
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School: Scott County
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Caven Williams

Caven Williams

KY
RB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 180
POS RB
CLASS 2027
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Caven
Williams RB
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
Weight
180
HS
Lawrence County
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
Coming in at number five on my list is Caven Williams , a running back at Lawrence County...
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School: Lawrence County
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Eastin Ervin

Eastin Ervin

KY
OL
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 280
POS OL
CLASS 2027
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Eastin
Ervin OL
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
Weight
280
HS
South Warren
|
KY
Intriguing 2027s in Kentucky to Watch For (Offense)
Also worth mentioning is Eastin Ervin , an offensive lineman at South Warren High School. Ervin caught my...
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School: South Warren
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