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<p>D2 will see the only battle of the undefeated this season. The Anderson Raptors and Avon Eagles enter this game at 15-0 and aim to achieve a perfect season. Both sides feature highly ranked recruits I have my eyes on, so let's discuss some players to watch out for on the lone Thursday night game in Canton.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Anderson</h2>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Alston is one of the most technically refined high school football players I have seen recently. As a sophomore, he looks like he could be playing on Saturdays already. He is very reactive to the ball but isn't trigger-happy to rush individual plays or to be caught out of place. Alston is very smart and can lurk in a way that doesn't raise alarms to quarterbacks. He doesn't look like he does much on the field at times, but he covers so much space and commands a ton of respect from opposing offenses. Alston will be one of the best players in Canton this weekend, and many need to know his name before Thursday's matchup vs Avon.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Burnam has had a great playoff run so far, and his processing has a ton to do with Anderson's offensive success. He does well surveying the field and looking for options to get the ball to. His release has a good arc, and his arm can stretch a defense vertically. He is a clutch player and can lead his team to victory, just as last week when he led Anderson down the field to score with under a minute left, leading to their eventual victory. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Jallick is the true definition of a deep threat. He has some of the highest receiver numbers in the country and has been nearly impossible to guard this season. Jallick is a natural burner who screams for yards after the catch with long arms and strides. He has a great catch radius and, in general, good hands. He doesn't waste many opportunities and will look to add another group of DBs to his list of burnt defenses. He is a Mercyhurst commit, but will look to help Anderson win a state title this Thursday. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">If you want a linebacker who can do anything and everything, that linebacker is [player_tooltip player_id='817944' first='Antwoine' last='Higgins Jr']. He can line up and rush the passer, come off into man coverage against tight ends, and drop from the line into zone coverage. Higgins' athleticism is a huge catalyst for his variety of playstyles. He can run with almost anyone on the field and rush through offensive linemen. He is a total freak and deserving of his ranking. This season, Higgins has earned several P4 offers.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Piening is an absolute weapon on the football field. He is athletic enough to line up out wide in 4 and 5 wide receiver sets and strong enough to line up as a wing tight end and block downhill. I love his ability to get physical and put people on their backs. Anderson's running game runs a lot through Piening lead blocking and they have been successful all season. As a wideout, he is best in the vertical game. Asking for defenders to match up with him downfield is almost impossible with his frame and physicality. The former UCF commit will have interest in his recruiting cycle this offseason. </p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Avon</h2>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Good is a total field general. He can pass well over the middle of the field and make tight-window throws. He does well at evading pressure and staying calm while doing so. Good's arm is great, and his accuracy and touch can offer explosive plays. He is mobile and can get yards on the ground. His throwing motion is quick and butter-smooth to sure his ball on time and accurate. The Kent State commit will look to take home a championship for his Eagles.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Weatherspoon is a dual-threat weapon for Avon. As a DB, he is fast and aggressive. He can lay the boom and track you down perfectly through the air. His eyes for the football are impressive, and he can position himself well to break up passes or get interceptions. On offense, he is an explosive WR. Many of his catches come on deep balls, and he is often separated by quite a bit due to his overwhelming top-end speed. Weatherspoon will be a prospect to watch going into the offseason as his recruiting trail has been on fire all season, earning offers and visits from high-profile programs.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kelly was rewarded the All-Lorain County Offensive Lineman of the Year award for his great play this season. Kelly is a stout run-blocking tackle. He is mobile, can lead block, and can pull if needed. He has great upper-body strength and can anchor well. Kelly has been dominant all season and will look to win a state title before joining the Bearcats of Cincinnati next season.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Toniolo is an explosive pass rusher. He has great burst and a great bull rush to power his way into the backfield. He can position himself well in the rushing game and can take over his gap. He was awarded All-Lorain County Defensive Lineman of the Year. Sam has 2 offers from Ashland and Robert Morris, but I suspect he will receive more action as we advance deeper into the recruiting cycle. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Kaufmann is an explosive runner and can make men miss. His best ability lies in his burst to get to the second level and beyond. Kaufmann plays DB for the Eagles defense as well, and his explosiveness transfers to that side of the ball as well. He can wrap up very well and doesn't get left on the ground. </p>
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D2 will see the only battle of the undefeated this season. The Anderson Raptors and Avon Eagles enter this game at 15-0 and aim to achieve a perfect season. Both sides feature highly ranked recruits I have my eyes on, so let's discuss some players to watch out for on the lone Thursday night game in Canton.
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5'10"
WEIGHT
160
POS
DB
CLASS
2027
State:
Ohio
School:
Anderson
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6'0"
WEIGHT
190
POS
QB
CLASS
2025
State:
Ohio
School:
Anderson
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HEIGHT
6'3"
WEIGHT
190
POS
WR
CLASS
2025
State:
Ohio
School:
Anderson
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HEIGHT
6'4"
WEIGHT
215
POS
LB
CLASS
2027
State:
Ohio
School:
Anderson
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HEIGHT
6'4"
WEIGHT
230
POS
TE
CLASS
2025
State:
Ohio
School:
Anderson
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HEIGHT
6'2"
WEIGHT
195
POS
QB
CLASS
2025
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HEIGHT
6'0"
WEIGHT
170
POS
DB
CLASS
2026
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HEIGHT
6'3"
WEIGHT
300
POS
OL
CLASS
2025
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HEIGHT
6'4"
WEIGHT
245
POS
DL
CLASS
2025
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HEIGHT
5'11"
WEIGHT
200
POS
RB
CLASS
2025
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