State Finals: 2026 Offensive Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What prospects made an impact at the State Finals?&nbsp; We examine them by class including here in <strong>State Finals: 2026 Offensive Standouts</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RB [player_tooltip player_id='401606' first='Greyson' last='Kelly'] (Batavia - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kelly is a versatile weapon that can line up all over the field.&nbsp; Projects best long term as a running back or slot receiver.&nbsp; Catches passes with soft hands along with running crisp routes.&nbsp; Lined up in the wildcat for score on the goal line.&nbsp; Finished with 5 carries for 19 yards and a touchdown along with 4 grabs netting 49 yards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RB/DL <a>Aiden Wild </a>(Lena-Winslow - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wild is a 6'2” 205 pound running back and defensive end.&nbsp; As a runner he showed he can be physical running up the middle along with getting to the outside running on sweeps.&nbsp; When he got downhill he was a tough tackle with his speed and power combination.&nbsp; Also shined as a defensive end crashing down the line a few times making plays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>RB <a>[player_tooltip player_id='1585285' first='Alec' last='Schlichting'] </a>(Lena-Winslow - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Schlichting is a smaller back at 5'9” 145 pounds that is shifty and quick with his footwork.&nbsp; Best using his vision getting to the perimeter where he has good speed.&nbsp; Hit a 45 yard touchdown on the outside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a><strong>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1585141' first='Trenton' last='Walker'] </strong></a><strong>(Nazareth Academy - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Walker was a prospect that really caught my attention.&nbsp; The junior stands at 6'3” 185 pounds.&nbsp; He caught a 75 yard TD on a bomb to begin the game.&nbsp; Wins on short route out route and powered in for a second score.&nbsp; Gets off the line with ease well for his size.&nbsp; Snatches the ball out of the air.&nbsp; Definitely going to make a nice debut in our next 2026 rankings.&nbsp; Finished with 4 catches for 122 yards and 2 touchdowns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WR/DB <a>[player_tooltip player_id='1585203' first='CJ' last='Harkins']</a> (Montini – 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Harkins definitely made a name for himself in the 3A victory for Montini.&nbsp; At 6'2” 180 pounds Harkins impacted on both sides of the ball.&nbsp; Offensively he scored touchdowns of 55 yards on a bubble screen along with another 70 yard score on a short pass.&nbsp; He is absolutely electric as a yards after catch threat.&nbsp; Also made a nice play defensively in the secondary breaking up a pass in the endzone.&nbsp; He had 4 catches for 120 yards and 2 scores.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>WR [player_tooltip player_id='1585213' first='Brett' last='Berggren'] (Batavia - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Berggren became the favorite target of his sophomore quarterback.&nbsp; He was very reliable with his size and hands.&nbsp; The 6'1” 180 pound junior reeled in 8 catches for 191 yards and 3 touchdowns in the win making a name for himself especially as a redzone threat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TE [player_tooltip player_id='212319' first='JC' last='Anderson'] (Mt. Zion - 2026)<br></strong><br>Quiet game for Anderson as they just couldn't get him the ball.&nbsp; He caught a short pass to end the half and that was about it.&nbsp; The size, athleticism, and route running still pop even when he doesn't get the ball thrown his way.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TE [player_tooltip player_id='1585186' first='Simon' last='Kodosky'] (York - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kodosky was the most reliable receiver for the Dukes.&nbsp; Good safety net on 3^rd down.&nbsp; Caught a deep ball that was hanging up in the air almost like he was receiving a punt.&nbsp; Went for 3 catches and 55 yards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>TE [player_tooltip player_id='1292230' first='Hunter' last='Stepanich'] (York - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This 6'7” and 220 pound tight end only had 1 catch for 10 yards on a pass over The middle setting his team up near the goal line, but he intrigued with his size and way he moves for his size.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL [player_tooltip player_id='1585136' first='Terrell' last='Berryhill Jr'] (East St. Louis - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Intrigued with his long and lean 6'4” 250 pound left tackle.&nbsp; Projectable frame with the ability to add more bulk.&nbsp; Solid pass protector with a nice kick slide.&nbsp; Also did work in the run game opening up holes all game long.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>OL Angelo DeSensi (Montini - 2026)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DeSensi had a strong game as the 6'5” 245 pound right tackle moves bodies in the run game and is a solid pass blocker.&nbsp; Mobile enough to get downfield on screens.&nbsp; One to watch over the next year!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->