2025 Preseason All-State Team: 5A Offense

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The time has finally come, Week 1 of the 2025 high school football season is officially here! With this in mind, I wanted to highlight the top players in each class in the state of Kentucky with my Preseason All-State Teams. After already covering class 6A, I will be turning my attention to class 5A, starting with the offensive side of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["283958"],"_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-68a4cde149869"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='283958' first='Cam' last='O'Hara'] has established himself as the clear top quarterback in the entire state. He is coming off another very impressive season in which he threw for over 3,600 yards and 52 touchdown with only three interceptions. O'Hara has elite arm talent, with the arm strength to stretch the field and touch to put the ball wherever he wants to. He has also shown impressive poise under pressure, showing the ability to move around the pocket while keeping his eyes down the field to find the open receiver. Cam also scored four rushing touchdowns as a junior. O'Hara is committed to Western Kentucky where I can see him being their quarterback of the future once he gets there. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["401707"],"_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-68a4ceff4cdff"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='401707' first='Evan' last='Hampton'] is one of the top returning players in the state, regardless of class. He is coming off a strong junior year in which he rushed for over 1,500 yards and 20 touchdowns. Hampton has explosive speed which he uses to burst through the running lane with a sense of urgency and break away on long runs at any given moment. He also has the elusiveness to make defenders miss in the open field. Hampton has also proven to be a reliable target in the passing game, catching 15 passes for 107 yards and four touchdowns last season. Evan is committed to Vanderbilt where I can see him being a very productive back at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1200641"],"_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-68a4db5121dcb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1200641' first='Timmy' last='Emongo'] is one of the most electric playmakers in the state. He does most of his damage out of the backfield where he is very shifty, using quick cuts in the open field to make defenders miss with ease. Emongo also has the breakaway speed to run away from the defense on long runs. He finished his sophomore year with over 500 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Emongo also caught six passes for 167 yards and a touchdown, and returned two kickoffs for touchdowns last season. He will also look to continue to make an impact on defense after finishing his sophomore year with two interceptions. Emongo currently holds offers from Kentucky, Louisville, Eastern Kentucky, Marshall, Kent State, and Miami (OH), and I expect more to come his way over the next couple seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["212337"],"_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-68a4db5121e63"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='212337' first='Trevy' last='Barber'] is a player who has been high on my radar for a while now. He had an outstanding junior year, catching 79 passes for over 1,300 yards and 22 touchdowns. Barber is one of the best route runners in the state, using quick breaks in his routes to create separation with ease. He has also shown the speed to pose as a threat in the deep passing game and pick up yards after the catch. Barber has also proven to be dangerous on special teams as a returner, returning one kickoff for a touchdown last season. Trevy currently holds offers from Gardner Webb, Eastern Kentucky, Troy, Austin Peay State, Miami (OH), and Indianapolis, and I expect more to come his way as he is a Division I caliber prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1330209"],"_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-68a4dc2bb39ca"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1330209' first='Aiden' last='Wilson'] caught my attention with a strong sophomore season in which he caught 35 passes for over 600 yards and three touchdowns. Wilson has very impressive speed which he uses to blow by opposing defensive backs with ease in the deep passing game. He has also shown the ability to use smooth breaks in his routes to create separation. Aiden also scored one rushing touchdown, and returned one punt and a kickoff return for touchdowns last season. He also made an impact on defense as a sophomore, coming away with two interceptions, returning one of them for a touchdown. Aiden currently holds an offer from Eastern Kentucky and I expect more to come his way during his junior year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1665343"],"_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-68a4ddd3bf595"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1665343' first='Larron' last='Westmoreland'] is one of the most talent players in the state in his class. Westmoreland lines up at receiver where he does a great job of using his speed and smooth breaks in his routes to create separation. He has also shown the speed and elusiveness in the open field of pick up yards after the catch. Larron will also look to continue to make an impact on defense at safety this season. Westmoreland currently holds multiple Power 4/Division I offers and I expect that list to continue to grow over the next couple seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["971548"],"_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-68a4decf1f3b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='971548' first='Jaxson' last='Byrd'] has been one of the most productive tight ends in the entire state over the past couple seasons. As a junior, Byrd led his team in receiving with 29 catches for over 500 yards and five touchdowns. He runs routes like a receiver, showing the ability to use breaks in his routes to create separation. Byrd has also shown the speed to pose as a dangerous deep threat. He also scored one rushing touchdown last season and made an impact on defense, finishing the year with 53 tackles, four tackles for loss, and five interceptions. Byrd doesn't currently hold any offers but I expect some to come his way soon as he has received some college interest and has the talent to play at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378828"],"_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-68a4df7b56454"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='378828' first='Brady' last='Hull'] has been high on my radar since his freshman year. He lines up at tackle where he is a physical mauler in the run game. Hull explodes out of his stance and runs his feet through contact to drive his man down the field with ease. He has also shown the ability to pull from the tackle spot and destroy and defender in his path as a lead blocker. Brady has also shown the versatility to play inside if asked to do so. Hull currently holds multiple Power 4 offers and I expect more to come his way over the next two seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["500073"],"_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-68a4dfee9443a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='500073' first='Justyn' last='Perez'] is another offensive lineman who has been high on my radar since his freshman year. He mainly lines up at tackle but has shown the ability to play guard as well. Perez is dominant in the run game, showing the ability to create movement off the line of scrimmage with ease. He has also shown the ability to get to the second level with a sense of urgency and pick up blocks in the open field. Perez is also very reliable in pass protection, using his physical hands to knock opposing pass rushers off their feet while still keeping his balance to drop into his pass set. Justyn currently holds several Power 4/Division I offers and I expect that list to continue to grow this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1176921"],"_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-68a4e2c4b0894"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another member of the Woodford County offensive line who has stood out to me is [player_tooltip player_id='1176921' first='Carson' last='Bugg']. Bugg lines up at left tackle where he is a dominant run blocker. He does a great job of running his feet through contact to drive his man several yards down the field with ease. Bugg has also shown the ability to pull from the tackle spot and pick up blocks in the open field. In pass protection, he has shown the footwork to mirror opposing pass rushers effectively along with the ability to fight with his hands to defeat pass rush moves. Carson currently holds offers from Rhode Island, UT-Martin, and Gardner Webb, and I expect more to come his way during his senior year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1175834"],"_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-68a4e2c4b0904"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">To wrap up my 5A Preseason All-State offense, I have [player_tooltip player_id='1175834' first='Jacob' last='Sutton']. Sutton lines up at center where he is very impressive as a run blocker. He does a great job of getting the snap off quickly then driving straight through his man to create movement off the line of scrimmage. Jacob finishes his blocks with a ton of physicality, resulting in frequent pancake blocks. Sutton currently holds an offer from Tennessee and I expect more to come his way this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Honorable Mention</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Quarterback: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='378831' first='Kade' last='Goodin'] (Collins, 2027); [player_tooltip player_id='1610705' first='Deairus' last='Smith'] (Atherton, 2027); [player_tooltip player_id='1050315' first='Max' last='Johnson'] (Apollo, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='401712' first='Jaxon' last='Strautman'] (Bowling Green, 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Running Back: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='401923' first='Markezz' last='Hightower'] (Madisonville-North Hopkins, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='283974' first='Keagan' last='Maher'] (Cooper, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='262300' first='Kasen' last='Brock'] (Pulaski County, 2027)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Wide Receiver: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='331727' first='Chadyn' last='Morris'] (Owensboro, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='1584307' first='Jalen' last='Johnson'] (Woodford County, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='1715686' first='Jason' last='Hence'] (Collins, 2027); [player_tooltip player_id='1200649' first='Omari' last='Jointer'] (Woodford County, 2027); [player_tooltip player_id='871288' first='Kingston' last='Dillard'] (Owensboro, 2028)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Offensive Line: </strong>[player_tooltip player_id='317589' first='Connor' last='Blevins'] (Pulaski County, 2028); [player_tooltip player_id='401696' first='Colton' last='Lewis'] (Atherton, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='1172300' first='Zachary' last='Philpot'] (North Laurel, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='773247' first='Zach' last='Jordan'] (Bowling Green, 2026); [player_tooltip player_id='1264304' first='Peyton' last='Collins'] (North Laurel, 2026)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->