Week 9 Stat Sheet Stuffers

<p>The high school football regular season is coming to an end but here ten guys who are carrying their teams to the finish line and potential playoff runs.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='338065' first='Creed' last='Vega'] | 2026| Quarterback | Dardanelle</h2>   <p><em>12-17, 219 yards, 2 TDs</em></p>   <p><em>18 rushes, 136 yards, 2 TDs</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='338065' first='Creed' last='Vega'] (6-1, 205) is a quarterback with a strong arm and an impressive competitive edge. His footwork is solid, allowing him to deliver throws with good ball placement and timing, often setting up his receivers for yards after the catch. Vega demonstrates strong pocket mobility and athleticism, showing the ability to evade pressure without losing focus on his downfield targets. His anticipation and awareness make him an effective playmaker, keeping defenses on their heels with his knack for extending plays while scanning for opportunities.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1155131' first='TJ' last='Hodges'] | 2026 | Running Back | Marked Tree</h2>   <p><em>16 rushes, 174 yards, 2 TDs</em></p>   <p><em>3 rec, 42 yards</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1155131' first='TJ' last='Hodges'] (6-1, 190) is a dynamic four-star running back whose speed and athleticism make him a threat on every play. He combines physicality with finesse, showcasing excellent post-snap vision to dissect defensive alignments and swiftly attack openings at the line of scrimmage. Hodges demonstrates quick feet, impressive agility, and fluid change of direction, allowing him to make cuts and elude defenders with ease, both in tight spaces and in the open field. His balance and contact resilience are notable, as he consistently powers through tackles with strong lower-body drive. Once he breaks free, his top-end speed leaves defenders struggling to catch up, making him a dangerous breakaway runner with big-play potential every time he touches the ball.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lathann Compton | 2025 | ATH | Murfreesboro </h2>   <p><em>11 rushes, 148 yards</em></p>   <p>Lathann Compton is a versatile talent who excels on both sides of the ball. As a linebacker, he has a strong outside containment presence, forcing plays back inside and showing consistency in making solo tackles between the tackles. On offense, Compton is a patient and efficient runner, especially adept at off-tackle runs where he makes the most of his vision and reads. He does an exceptional job of assessing open-field blocks and capitalizing on defensive gaps, taking what the defense offers and maximizing each run.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] | 2026 | Quarterback | Greenwood</h2>   <p><em>18/22, 365 yards, 8 TDs</em></p>   <p><em>4 rushes, 52 yards</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='202575' first='Kane' last='Archer'] (6-1, 205) is a highly skilled quarterback who brings a well-rounded skill set to the position. He displays strong footwork in the pocket, setting a solid base with a powerful drop step and generating excellent torque through his hips to deliver accurate throws. Archer's pocket mobility stands out, allowing him to extend plays while maintaining accuracy on the run. His hip fluidity aids him in keeping his eyes downfield, and he reads blitzes and coverages effectively, showing strong pre-snap processing. Archer can diagnose pressure points and maneuver out of collapsing pockets, quickly moving through progressions and making smart decisions. His arm talent enables him to hit all levels of the field with precision, displaying good ball placement, touch, and anticipation that allows receivers to generate yards after the catch. His high football IQ and poise make him an impressive playmaker.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='191634' first='Grant' last='Karnes'] | 2025 | Wide Receiver | Greenwood</h2>   <p><em>10 rec, 158 yards, 1 TD</em></p>   <p><em>98 yard KO return </em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='191634' first='Grant' last='Karnes'] (6-0, 175) leverages his impressive speed to make an impact at all levels of the field. His acceleration and smooth route running create consistent separation, allowing him to beat defenders vertically and be a deep threat. Karnes is also highly effective on short and intermediate routes, using his agility and quick cuts to navigate underneath coverage and exploit gaps in the secondary. His versatility and field-stretching ability make him a dynamic weapon in the passing game.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1152116' first='Owen' last='McLaughlin'] | 2026 | Running Back | Southside</h2>   <p><em>6 rushes, 100 yards, 3 TDs (1 half of play)</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1152116' first='Owen' last='McLaughlin'] (5-8, 180) demonstrates a quick burst off the line, allowing him to slip through gaps and break into the secondary with ease. His impressive jump cuts and post-snap patience make him highly effective in navigating crowded lanes, as he waits for openings to develop before accelerating. McLaughlin's balance through initial contact allows him to maintain his forward momentum, and his elusiveness in the open field makes him a challenge for defenders to bring down. He's a dynamic playmaker who can turn small openings into big gains.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='250016' first='Owen' last='Miller'] | 2025 | Quarterback | Harding Academy</h2>   <p><em>24/30, 327 yards, 4 TDs</em></p>   <p><em>77 rushing yards, 2 TDs</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='250016' first='Owen' last='Miller'] (6-1, 160) is a mobile pocket passer who brings leadership and poise to the field. Miller showcases a skill set well-suited for multiple offensive schemes. His arm talent and accuracy are standout qualities, consistently placing the ball with precision across all levels of the field. Miller's ball placement, touch, and anticipation give his receivers strong YAC opportunities, while his well-refined footwork and mechanics enable him to maintain accuracy under pressure. He reads defenses efficiently, recognizing man and zone coverages quickly, and uses impressive velocity to thread the ball into tight windows. Even outside the pocket, he keeps his eyes downfield, showing his dual-threat potential with the ability to make plays with his legs as well.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1283877' first='Enoch' last='Assan'] | 2025 | Running Back | Greenbrier</h2>   <p><em>26 rushes, 220 yards, 3 TDs</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1283877' first='Enoch' last='Assan'] (5-8, 190) is a versatile running back with a quick first step and sharp post-snap vision, allowing him to diagnose the defensive front and hit the running lane with an explosive burst. His lateral agility and change of direction help him navigate early penetration, making him difficult to bring down. Assan's powerful plant off his back foot enables him to accelerate rapidly through gaps, displaying impressive burst and multi-cut ability. He combines contact balance and leg drive to break tackles, and his agility allows him to make defenders miss at the second level.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='211161' first='Brenton' last='Brasfield'] | 2025 | ATH | Beebe</h2>   <p><em>3 INTs (2 return for TDs)</em></p>   <p><em>1 rec TD</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='211161' first='Brenton' last='Brasfield'] (6-1, 180) is a standout talent on both offense and defense, but his recent Friday night performance highlighted his defensive prowess with three interceptions, including two pick-sixes. He exhibits strong read-and-react instincts, diagnosing plays quickly and breaking on the ball with precision. Brasfield's change of direction and lateral agility allow him to arrive at the catch point with excellent timing, setting him up for pass breakups or interceptions. His ability to stay tight in the receiver's hip pocket during breaks, aided by fluid hips and disciplined technique, makes him a formidable presence in coverage.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='771990' first='Hunter' last='Warren'] | 2026 | Running Back | Booneville</h2>   <p><em>32 rushes, 303 yards, 4 TDs</em></p>   <p>[player_tooltip player_id='771990' first='Hunter' last='Warren'] (6-1, 195) is a powerful force in the backfield, known for his relentless running style and ability to consistently gain tough yards. His physicality makes him a challenge for defenders, as he breaks tackles with ease and keeps his legs driving to push through piles. Warren's balance through contact allows him to stay upright, extending plays and securing critical yardage when needed. His ultra-tough approach on the field provides his team with a reliable option in high-pressure situations, making him a crucial asset in their ground game.</p>

The high school football regular season is coming to an end but here ten guys who are carrying their teams to the finish line and potential playoff runs.