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2025 Underrated Ballers Who Need More Recognition Pt. 2

2025 Underrated Ballers Who Need More Recognition Pt. 2
CJ Marable
CJ Marable May 27, 2024 @ 09:54 PM
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Junior Payne
Junior Payne 5'8" | 145 lbs | ATH | 2025
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the world of high school football, there are always players who fly under the radar despite their exceptional skills and contributions to their teams. These underrated players often do not receive the recognition they deserve, whether it be due to playing on a lesser-known team, lack of exposure, or simply being overshadowed by more high-profile athletes. In this article, we will shine a spotlight on some of the most underrated high school football players of 2025 who are making significant impacts on the field but may not be getting the attention they merit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Tabor Offord","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"180","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Saint James School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6655474ab92f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tabor Offord is a dynamic wide receiver with exceptional speed, route-running ability, and hands. Despite consistently putting up impressive numbers and making clutch plays for his team, Offord has not received the same level of attention as other top receivers in his class. His explosiveness off the line of scrimmage and knack for creating separation from defenders make him a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by college programs looking for playmakers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kamden Miller","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"215","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2496","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6655474ab939c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kamden Miller is a fierce linebacker known for her tenacity, speed, and football IQ. He leads his team in tackles and is a disruptive force on defense, yet he remains underrated in the eyes of many due to biases. Miller's work ethic, dedication to his craft, and natural talent make him a player to watch in the coming years as he continues to excel on the gridiron.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1595449' first='Junior' last='Payne']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"145","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Jackson High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6655474ab9436"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1595449' first='Junior' last='Payne'], is a versatile wide receiver who excels in both catching passes and blocking for her teammates. His work ethic and dedication to improving her skills have not gone unnoticed by his coaches, who praise him for his commitment to the game. Despite not having the same level of exposure as some of his peers at larger schools, [player_tooltip player_id='1595449' first='Junior' last='Payne']'s performance on the field speaks for itself.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Daylyn Upshaw","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"170","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Central High School ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6655474ab94d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Daylyn Upshaw, is known for his precise route running and strong hands that allow him to make difficult catches look effortless. Despite consistently putting up impressive numbers on the field, Upshaw has not garnered the same level of attention as some of his more hyped-up counterparts. College recruiters would be wise to take notice of Upshaw's consistent performance and reliability as a key player for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jordan King","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"PIKE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6655474ab9589"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jordan King, a versatile 2025 ATH from Pike Road High School, stands out as a full-time two-way player with exceptional stamina and strength. Coaches believe Jordan King has the potential to excel as a wide receiver/running back due to his physical attributes and on-field performance. His ability to outmuscle opponents and play effectively throughout games makes him a player who deserves more attention from college recruiters.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

In the world of high school football, there are always players who fly under the radar despite their exceptional skills and contributions to their teams. These underrated players often do not receive the recognition they deserve, whether it be due to playing on a lesser-known team, lack of exposure, or simply being overshadowed by more high-profile athletes. In this article, we will shine a spotlight on some of the most underrated high school football players of 2025 who are making significant impacts on the field but may not be getting the attention they merit.

Tabor Offord

Tabor Offord

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 180
POS WR
CLASS 2025

Tabor Offord

School: Saint James School
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Kamden Miller

Kamden Miller

HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2025

Kamden Miller

School: Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School
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Junior Payne Junior Payne 5'8" | 145 lbs | ATH Jackson | 2025 State AL

HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 145
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Junior Payne Junior Payne 5'8" | 145 lbs | ATH Jackson | 2025 State AL

School: Jackson High School
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Daylyn Upshaw

Daylyn Upshaw

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 170
POS WR
CLASS 2025

Daylyn Upshaw

School: Central High School
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Jordan King

Jordan King

HEIGHT 5'8"
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CLASS 2025

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School: PIKE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL
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