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<p><strong>Nino Joseph | RB | 2027 | Lely | @njoseph015</strong></p>
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<p>In one of the most eye-popping games of the season, Lely put up 90 points in a win against Barron Collier, and it was 2027 running back Nino Joseph leading the way. Joseph rushed for 423 yards and scored seven touchdowns in a dominant ground performance. Scoring 90 points is rare, but Joseph's ability to break big runs was the driving force behind this lopsided win.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368282' first='Amari' last='Clemons'] | 2026 | RB | Marianna | @AmariClemons4</strong></p>
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<p>Clemons had a standout game for Marianna, rushing for 231 yards on 17 carries and scoring five touchdowns in a 51-21 win over Rutherford. He also added two catches for 55 yards and another score, showing off his versatility. Clemons made the most of his opportunities, finding the end zone almost every time he touched the ball.</p>
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<p><strong>Timothy Cole | QB | 2027 | Raines | @spazzout__tj</strong></p>
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<p>Cole did it all in Raines' 62-40 win over Riverside, accounting for touchdowns in every way imaginable. The quarterback threw for four scores, rushed for two, and even caught a touchdown pass on a trick play. Cole's ability to contribute in multiple ways helped Raines pull away in a high-scoring affair.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1087990' first='Wells' last='Bettenhausen'] | QB | 2025 | Walton | @Wells_bett1</strong></p>
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<p>Bettenhausen continues to be a consistent force for Walton, completing 14-of-18 passes for 276 yards and five touchdowns in a 60-38 win over South Walton. His efficiency and ability to spread the ball around kept the defense on its heels all game long.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1583258' first='Lavonski' last='Tubbs'] | RB | Ridge Community | @LavonskiT2</strong></p>
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<p>Tubbs had a big-time night in Ridge Community's 35-26 win over George Jenkins, carrying the ball 36 times for 322 yards and three touchdowns. Tubbs was the workhorse for the Bolts, grinding out tough yards and helping his team control the clock in a hard-fought district game.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='895770' first='JD' last='Brown'] | QB | South Walton | @JDBrownQB</strong></p>
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<p>Sophomore quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='895770' first='JD' last='Brown'] put together one of his best performances of the season, completing 25-of-43 passes for 255 yards and four touchdowns. Though South Walton came up short in a 60-38 loss to Walton, Brown's ability to keep his team in the game through the air was impressive.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1143127' first='La'Darius' last='Simmons'] | QB | 2026 | Halifax Academy | @l4dar1us</strong></p>
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<p>Simmons had a huge night in Halifax Academy's 55-24 win over Taylor, completing 14-of-19 passes for 368 yards and five touchdowns. Simmons has been a steady presence for his team all season, but this performance showed his ability to take over a game through the air.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1628895' first='Brian' last='Williams'] | QB | Barron Collier | @_BjWilliams5</strong></p>
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<p>In a game that featured a combined 146 points, [player_tooltip player_id='1628895' first='Brian' last='Williams'] stood out for Barron Collier, even in a losing effort. Williams totaled 351 all-purpose yards and scored eight touchdowns in the 90-56 loss to Lely. Despite the outcome, Williams' ability to produce on the ground and through the air kept his team competitive throughout.</p>
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<p><strong>Shanard Clower | WR | 2025 | Lakeland | @shanardclower1</strong></p>
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<p>Shanard Clower continued to prove why he's one of Polk County's top athletes, catching five passes for 126 yards and four touchdowns in Lakeland's win over Lake Gibson. Clower's ability to find the end zone made the difference in this rivalry game and helped Lakeland stay on track in district play.</p>
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<p><strong>Jaquail Smith | RB | Jones @Thereal4nyquil</strong></p>
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<p>3 rushing touchdowns in a win over Auburndale</p>
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<p><strong>Jack Reilly | QB | 2025 | Windermere | @J_Reilly2</strong></p>
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<p>Reilly Threw 3 TDs & 244 yards in their 42-7 win and has his team 6-0 mid way through the season. </p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1315652' first='Ryan' last='Killmer'] | QB | Tocoi Creek | @rkillmer_16</strong></p>
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<p>Killmer led the charge for Tocoi Creek in their 46-26 win over Bartram Trail. The quarterback was efficient through the air, completing 12-of-18 passes for 235 yards and three touchdowns. Killmer's ability to move the ball downfield and find the end zone helped the Toros control the game from start to finish.</p>
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<p><strong>Eddie Jordan | QB | Beachside | @eddie_11k</strong></p>
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<p>Jordan continues to impress, making his mark once again in Beachside's 41-3 win over Menendez. Jordan completed 17-of-26 passes for 310 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his accuracy and ability to lead his team to another dominant victory. His consistency under center has been a key factor in Beachside's success this season.<strong>Nino Joseph | RB | 2027 | Lely | @njoseph015</strong></p>
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<p>In one of the most eye-popping games of the season, Lely put up 90 points in a win against Barron Collier, and it was 2027 running back Nino Joseph leading the way. Joseph rushed for 423 yards and scored seven touchdowns in a dominant ground performance. Scoring 90 points is rare, but Joseph's ability to break big runs was the driving force behind this lopsided win.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1368282' first='Amari' last='Clemons'] | 2026 | RB | Marianna | @AmariClemons4</strong></p>
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<p>Clemons had a standout game for Marianna, rushing for 231 yards on 17 carries and scoring five touchdowns in a 51-21 win over Rutherford. He also added two catches for 55 yards and another score, showing off his versatility. Clemons made the most of his opportunities, finding the end zone almost every time he touched the ball.</p>
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<p><strong>Timothy Cole | QB | 2027 | Raines | @spazzout__tj</strong></p>
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<p>Cole did it all in Raines' 62-40 win over Riverside, accounting for touchdowns in every way imaginable. The quarterback threw for four scores, rushed for two, and even caught a touchdown pass on a trick play. Cole's ability to contribute in multiple ways helped Raines pull away in a high-scoring affair.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1087990' first='Wells' last='Bettenhausen'] | QB | 2025 | Walton | @Wells_bett1</strong></p>
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<p>Bettenhausen continues to be a consistent force for Walton, completing 14-of-18 passes for 276 yards and five touchdowns in a 60-38 win over South Walton. His efficiency and ability to spread the ball around kept the defense on its heels all game long.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1583258' first='Lavonski' last='Tubbs'] | RB | Ridge Community | @LavonskiT2</strong></p>
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<p>Tubbs had a big-time night in Ridge Community's 35-26 win over George Jenkins, carrying the ball 36 times for 322 yards and three touchdowns. Tubbs was the workhorse for the Bolts, grinding out tough yards and helping his team control the clock in a hard-fought district game.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='895770' first='JD' last='Brown'] | QB | South Walton | @JDBrownQB</strong></p>
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<p>Sophomore quarterback [player_tooltip player_id='895770' first='JD' last='Brown'] put together one of his best performances of the season, completing 25-of-43 passes for 255 yards and four touchdowns. Though South Walton came up short in a 60-38 loss to Walton, Brown's ability to keep his team in the game through the air was impressive.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1143127' first='La'Darius' last='Simmons'] | QB | 2026 | Halifax Academy | @l4dar1us</strong></p>
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<p>Simmons had a huge night in Halifax Academy's 55-24 win over Taylor, completing 14-of-19 passes for 368 yards and five touchdowns. Simmons has been a steady presence for his team all season, but this performance showed his ability to take over a game through the air.</p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1628895' first='Brian' last='Williams'] | QB | Barron Collier | @_BjWilliams5</strong></p>
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<p>In a game that featured a combined 146 points, [player_tooltip player_id='1628895' first='Brian' last='Williams'] stood out for Barron Collier, even in a losing effort. Williams totaled 351 all-purpose yards and scored eight touchdowns in the 90-56 loss to Lely. Despite the outcome, Williams' ability to produce on the ground and through the air kept his team competitive throughout.</p>
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<p><strong>Shanard Clower | WR | 2025 | Lakeland | @shanardclower1</strong></p>
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<p>Shanard Clower continued to prove why he's one of Polk County's top athletes, catching five passes for 126 yards and four touchdowns in Lakeland's win over Lake Gibson. Clower's ability to find the end zone made the difference in this rivalry game and helped Lakeland stay on track in district play.</p>
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<p><strong>Jaquail Smith | RB | Jones @Thereal4nyquil</strong></p>
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<p>3 rushing touchdowns in a win over Auburndale</p>
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<p><strong>Jack Reilly | QB | 2025 | Windermere | @J_Reilly2</strong></p>
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<p>Reilly Threw 3 TDs & 244 yards in their 42-7 win and has his team 6-0 mid way through the season. </p>
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<p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1315652' first='Ryan' last='Killmer'] | QB | Tocoi Creek | @rkillmer_16</strong></p>
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<p>Killmer led the charge for Tocoi Creek in their 46-26 win over Bartram Trail. The quarterback was efficient through the air, completing 12-of-18 passes for 235 yards and three touchdowns. Killmer's ability to move the ball downfield and find the end zone helped the Toros control the game from start to finish.</p>
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<p><strong>Eddie Jordan | QB | Beachside | @eddie_11k</strong></p>
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<p>Jordan continues to impress, making his mark once again in Beachside's 41-3 win over Menendez. Jordan completed 17-of-26 passes for 310 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his accuracy and ability to lead his team to another dominant victory. His consistency under center has been a key factor in Beachside's success this season.</p>
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Nino Joseph | RB | 2027 | Lely | @njoseph015
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