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The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan

The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan
Alex Pallone
Alex Pallone July 31, 2025 @ 01:59 PM
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Darryl Flemister
Darryl Flemister 6'0" | 160 lbs | DB/WR | 2027
MI
Cullen Bartos
Cullen Bartos 5'9" | 150 lbs | ATH | 2027
MI
George Duggins
George Duggins 6'3" | 195 lbs | DB | 2026
MI
Marcello Vitti
Marcello Vitti 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH | 2026
MI
Corey Sadler
Corey Sadler 5'10" | 170 lbs | ATH | 2026
MI
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The vast majority of elite skill position players play both sides. If you want to be an elite receiver, you'd better be taking reps at DB. If you want to be an elite linebacker, you may spend time at running back. The fact of the matter is that the best two-way players in Michigan are the best skill position players in Michigan. Here are the five best two-way high school football players in Michigan. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1233561"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688bbd025b08a"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>For the first time, Darryl is going to be playing his college positions full-time (rather than QB)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has the explosiveness and change of direction you'd expect from an elite defensive back and receiver. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Cares a LOT about winning. Sky-high potential as a leader. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A go-getter. If there's a chance at an INT or explosive play, he's doing all he can to execute. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A preseason Mr. Football candidate. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212358"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688bbd025b10d"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The new face of Michigan HSFB </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Elite-level athletic ability, IQ, playmaking, etc. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Elite elusiveness. Can make extremely good defenders look silly. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has a ton of fun while playing. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Has met every expectation put on him. Can't say the same about all prospects coming up with Corey. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Easily the #1 player in Michigan. Will put up amazing tape on both sides of the ball. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1157447"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688bbd025b160"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Game-breaking player in Division 7</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Nearly led his team to a State Championship appearance last year, despite major losses due to graduation and transfers. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Will run through you on both sides of the ball. Great power as a RB, and will drive you backwards as a LB. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>3 TDs in state semifinal against the eventual state champion. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Highly under-appreciated player. One of the best high school football players in Michigan. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Elite D3 prospect at a bare minimum. Athletic numbers will play a big role in recruitment. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["318570"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688bbd025b1ac"} --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Elite work ethic, as advertised. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pretty underrated; I've seen worse players earn far more recognition. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>As long as he's on the field, you've got to mark Marcello and have a plan to mitigate damage. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Offensively, elite speed, great physicality, a TD threat every play. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Uber-aggressive on defense. Takes aggressive angles and executes. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Will be an incredible player at Iowa. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The #2 overall player in Michigan right now. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["568145"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-688bbd025b223"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Impressed me a ton on the offensive side of the ball last season. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A good X receiver for Mona Shores. Can win 50/50 balls. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Well-rounded safety. Physical, willing run stopper, and impressed me in pass coverage. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>All-around good IQ, above-average physicality. Will be a game-changer for a State Championship contendor. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The vast majority of elite skill position players play both sides. If you want to be an elite receiver, you'd better be taking reps at DB. If you want to be an elite linebacker, you may spend time at running back. The fact of the matter is that the best two-way players in Michigan are the best skill position players in Michigan. Here are the five best two-way high school football players in Michigan.

Darryl Flemister

Darryl Flemister

MI
DB/WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 160
POS DB/WR
CLASS 2027
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Darryl
Flemister DB/WR
Class
2027
Height
6'0"
Weight
160
HS
Detroit King
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MI
The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan
For the first time, Darryl is going to be playing his college positions full-time (rather than QB) Has...
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Darryl Flemister

State: Michigan
School: Detroit King
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UNC-Chapel Hill
Corey Sadler

Corey Sadler

MI
ATH
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 170
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Corey
Sadler ATH
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
Weight
170
HS
Cass Tech
|
MI
The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan
The new face of Michigan HSFB Elite-level athletic ability, IQ, playmaking, etc. Elite elusiveness. Can make extremely good...
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UNC-Chapel Hill
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Corey Sadler

State: Michigan
School: Cass Tech
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Cullen Bartos

Cullen Bartos

MI
ATH
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 150
POS ATH
CLASS 2027
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Cullen
Bartos ATH
Class
2027
Height
5'9"
Weight
150
HS
North Muskegon
|
MI
The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan
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Cullen Bartos

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School: North Muskegon
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Marcello Vitti

Marcello Vitti

MI
ATH
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 180
POS ATH
CLASS 2026
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Marcello
Vitti ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
180
HS
Divine Child
|
MI
The Best Two-Way Players in Michigan
Elite work ethic, as advertised. Pretty underrated; I’ve seen worse players earn far more recognition. As long as...
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Iowa
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Marcello Vitti

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State: Michigan
School: Divine Child
Club: Dearborn Divine Child
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Dartmouth
George Duggins

George Duggins

MI
DB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 195
POS DB
CLASS 2026
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George
Duggins DB
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
195
HS
Mona Shores
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MI
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Dartmouth
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George Duggins

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State: Michigan
School: Mona Shores
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