2024 Team Preview: American Fork Caveman

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The American Fork Caveman are part of the 6A class in the state of Utah. They finished 11-2 last season beating productive teams such as Lehi and Skyridge finishing 1st in their region. Coach Aaron Behm returns for his 15th season and will have to work with a new roster of players. Check out our preview of the team on which prospects you should have your recruiting radar on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Toughest Losses to Graduation:</em></strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Offense: </strong>Dylan Story (QB), Jacob Eardley (HB), Jett Nelson (WR) and Josh Andrus (TE).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Defense:</strong> Waki Fulilangi (DL), Blake Jensen (DL),Tyson Eggett (LB) and Davis Andrews (DB).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Players to Watch:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='578460' first='David' last='Gaisford'] - This QB prospect will in the driver's seat in the Caveman's offense this upcoming season. Gaisford was able to showcase his skills this offseason during 7v7 sessions and looks to translate his arm strength and accuracy on to the bright lights of the 6A competition. Gaisford has already received interest from several college programs, so be on the lookout for this QB prospect under center. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='713681' first='Cade' last='Wilkinson'] - The Caveman lost a bulk of its receiving production due to graduation and Wilkinson returns as the only pass catcher with playing experience. A WR prospect that has the ability to locate/adjust to the ball in the air and a determined runner after the catch. Look for Wilkinson to take the lead in that receivers group this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='705538' first='Tayvin' last='Jensen'] - This offensive line prospect returns to the LOS as an All State performer last season. His explosion as a run blocker with strength and leg drive makes him a nasty prospect in the trenches. His experience and leadership will be needed to guide that offensive line through the tough defensive line competition in the 6A class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Hidden Gems: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1227287' first='Easton' last='Atwood'] - This EDGE prospect will have to replace the production left by Fulilangi and Jensen. Atwood has had a busy off season participating in 5v5 tournaments work on his skills as pass rusher and will be on full display this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Prospect Ready to Break Out:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='705853' first='Cayden' last='Winn'] - This OL prospect has had an productive off season working on his skills to get better to go with his 6'5 frame. The Cavemen will need his services to go up against a tough group of EDGE prospects in the 6A class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Underclassmen to Watch:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1292135' first='Prince' last='Afu'] - This HB prospect will look to replace the production of Eardley, who finished with 1,000 plus rushing yards last season. I expect Afu to be a productive runner, pass catcher out the backfield and a hopeful 1-2 punch alongside Gaisford this upcoming season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->