Impactful 2025s in Kentucky to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After an action-packed year of high school football action in the Bluegrass State, it's time to look back at some of the most explosive high school prospects that made their presence known last season. Without any further ado, here's my list of some impactful 2025s in Kentucky to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["334645"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665f65e422d3b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In the first place spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='334645' first='Martels' last='Carter Jr']., an athlete at Paducah Tilghman High School. What impresses me about Carter is his ability to be explosive on both sides of the ball and consistently make game-changing plays. Offensively, Carter can haul in the short throw and deep pass. Defensively, Carter can wrap up receivers and contest the pass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16676483/64e573e14210790698eafb2d">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["373085"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665f65e422d8e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I am additionally impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='373085' first='Andrew' last='Vrbancic'], a tight end at Louisville Male High School. What I like about Vrbancic is his ability to maneuver the field, juke out the defense and take advantage of space from along the edge. Vrbancic also stands out with his ability to pick up major yardage off the short pass, using his electric speed to take it all the way to the house.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16077098/655aa25e176d350b6cdc97a0">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["331739"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665f65e422dcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claiming the number three spot on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='331739' first='Bryce' last='Button'], a quarterback at South Warren High School. Button impresses me with his multi-faceted playstyle under center, showcasing his arm strength, pin-point accuracy and his ability to beat the defense on the ground. I also like how Button can stay on his feet in the pocket and quickly scan the backfield for open receivers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="http://www.hudl.com/video/3/16187048/655a93a0ab9d78098812bbc5">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727126"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665f65e422e0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another skilled prospect to keep an eye on is [player_tooltip player_id='727126' first='Hayes' last='Preston'], an offensive lineman at Lexington Christian Academy. Preston makes a considerable difference at the line of scrimmage, utilizing his size and strength to stay locked in and protect his quarterback. I also like how Preston can shut down the blitz and wrap up the defense with his arms to keep the play alive. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15127603/652c87e40661450718e864cc">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["735612"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665f65e422e4c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coming in at number five on my list is [player_tooltip player_id='735612' first='Jaiden' last='Shegog'], a defensive back at Bryan Station High School. Shegog impresses me with his ability to lock down wide receivers in the backfield, proving he can elevate off the ground to swat the ball out of the air. I also like how Shegog can read the short pass, quickly drop receivers after the catch and protect the backfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/DU7rlAPxgbM?si=ESuCmJSPoCT2p0YO">Tape:</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->