Under the radar 2027s that turned heads this season

These rising stars set fields ablaze, turn “potential” into production, and give Friday nights a new meaning. Coaches are shaking their heads, defenses are holding their breath, and fans are left saying, “Did you see that?”    High school football's next great quarterbacks are already making waves. [player_tooltip player_id='1566728' first='Ki' last='Ellison'], a quarterback from Fairview, is lighting up the field. Standing 5'10 and weighing 170 pounds, Ellison's arm strength and precision are extraordinary. He's thrown for 2,873 yards, averaging 221 yards per game with a 66% completion rate. His 27 touchdowns this season are simply remarkable.     Standing tall at 6'4 and 160 pounds, [player_tooltip player_id='1626001' first='Jacob' last='Dunning'] is the epitome of a pocket-passing phenom. His stat line reads like a highlight reel: 2,595 passing yards with a 61% completion rate and an impressive 31 touchdowns. The crown jewel of his season was a jaw-dropping game in which he delivered six touchdowns without a single interception. Lamar High School has found its quarterback, and opposing defenses have found their kryptonite.     Standing tall at 6'4 and 160 pounds, [player_tooltip player_id='1626001' first='Jacob' last='Dunning'] is the epitome of a pocket-passing phenom. His stat line reads like a highlight reel: 2,595 passing yards with a 61% completion rate and an impressive 31 touchdowns. The crown jewel of his season. It was a jaw-dropping game where he delivered six touchdowns without a single interception. Lamar High School has found its quarterback, and opposing defenses have found their kryptonite.     Halas Wise's precision and poise are turning heads across the state. At 6'0 and 140 pounds, he's shown that size doesn't limit greatness. Wise threw for 2,453 yards with a 61% completion rate and 23 touchdowns. His season-ending performance was legendary: completing 20 of 23 passes (87%) for five touchdowns and no interceptions. Wise is a name to remember.     [player_tooltip player_id='760516' first='Koa' last='Dietrich'] is proving that consistency is key. At 5'11 and 175 pounds, he's thrown 142 passes with a 55% completion rate, delivering 14 touchdowns. His ability to maintain composure under pressure makes him a reliable leader for Mullen's offense.     [player_tooltip player_id='1330926' first='Ethan' last='Mangrum']'s stats are nothing short of electrifying. Standing at 5'9 and weighing 170 pounds, Mangrum rushed for an astonishing 1,404 yards on 171 carries, averaging 140 yards per game. With 15 touchdowns to his name, he consistently left defenders in his wake. His relentless drive and unmatched agility make him a player to watch as he continues to carve his path to greatness.     [player_tooltip player_id='1537422' first='Ayden' last='Dodge'] is more than just a name; he's a force of nature. At 6'0 and 160 pounds, Dodge ran for 1,260 yards on 167 carries, scoring 11 touchdowns along the way. But he's not just dominating the gridiron—his track stats are jaw-dropping. Clocking a 12.6 in the 100 meters, 24.3 in the 200 meters, 54.3 in the 400 meters, and clearing 6'4 in the high jump, Dodge is a threat at running back who thrives under pressure.     [player_tooltip player_id='1549755' first='Thatcher' last='Matthews'] embodies versatility at its finest. Standing 5'11 and weighing 165 pounds, Matthews threw for 1,523 yards and 16 touchdowns while rushing for 1,099 yards on 204 carries. His speed translates off the field, too, with an 11.5 in the 100-meter dash and 24.6 in the 200-meter dash. When Matthews is on the field, defenses are left scrambling to adjust.

These rising stars set fields ablaze, turn “potential” into production, and give Friday nights a new meaning. Coaches are shaking their heads, defenses are holding their breath, and fans are left saying, “Did you see that?”