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2025 WV Team Preview: Parkersburg South Patriots

2025 WV Team Preview: Parkersburg South Patriots
Matt Layton
Prep Redzone Staff
August 23, 2025 @ 12:33 PM
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Wyatt Bartley
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Justice Drain
Justice Drain OL | 2026
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Aden Swisher
Aden Swisher 6'3" | 280 lbs | OL | 2026
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James Lattea
James Lattea 5'10" | 165 lbs | RB | 2027
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Kamero Jackson
Kamero Jackson RB | 2026
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Kinzyn Lutchmansingh
Kinzyn Lutchmansingh 6'0" | 195 lbs | ATH/LB | 2026
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Kooper Jackson
Kooper Jackson 6'0" | 180 lbs | WR | 2027
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James Thompson
James Thompson 5'9" | 130 lbs | K | 2027
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Collin Hayes
Collin Hayes 5'8" | 165 lbs | ATH | 2026
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Greyson Board
Greyson Board 5'10" | 285 lbs | OL | 2026
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Kaidyn Johnson
Kaidyn Johnson 6'2" | 215 lbs | EDGE | 2026
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Brody Nesselrotte
Brody Nesselrotte 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL | 2026
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Dedrick Riggs
Dedrick Riggs 5'10" | 185 lbs | ATH | 2026
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Taj Joyce
Taj Joyce 6'4" | 195 lbs | WR | 2026
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Derek Sandy
Derek Sandy 5'8" | 175 lbs | DB | 2026
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There's a new era of Parkersburg South Patriots football coming in 2025, with former head coach Nathan Tanner heading to Princeton. Veteran WV coach Larry Thompson will take over the reins with some talent in the program to be a pesky squad in Class AAAA this season. They'll be a tough out in the playoffs if the Patriots can get a couple of big wins with a challenging schedule this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2025 Schedule</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29: at Wheeling Park<br>9/5: at University<br>9/12: vs Woodrow Wilson<br>9/19: at Parkersburg<br>9/26: vs John Marshall<br>10/10: at Hurricane<br>10/17: at Morgantown<br>10/24: vs Linsly<br>10/31: vs Spring Mills<br>11/7: vs Cabell Midland</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 Record:</strong> 6-6<br><strong>2025 Prediction:</strong> 5-5</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894768"],"_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-68a8c23605773"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Patriots will have one of the top pass catchers in the state to utilize in 2025 with 2026 WR [player_tooltip player_id='894768' first='Taj' last='Joyce']. He's an imposing physical presence out wide and will be someone that defenses will want to give extra attention to. Joyce will be on the short list for the Randy Moss Award this fall if they can consistently get him the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Joyce in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2026-summer-rankings-update-offensive-stock-risers/">2026 Rankings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"We've underranked 2026 Parkersburg South WR <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='894768' first='Taj' last='Joyce']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/taj-joyce/"></a> for a while now, but have now corrected that in the summer rankings update. Joyce is primed for his best season yet as a senior and is the obvious #1 option for the Patriots in their passing game. The size and raw athleticism are there to warrant D1 looks this season, with natural ball skills to pair with his physical traits. He could grow into a TE at the next level with a high ceiling for that position, and is someone that FCS programs should be looking at closely this fall."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17772065/679bc8b53a3d2615ec30cf38' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a9fb777e33e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894890"],"_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-68a8c236057de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated prospects in the 2026 class is Parkersburg South EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='894890' first='Kaidyn' last='Johnson']. It sounds like he'll move back to traditional linebacker this season for the Patriots, where he has past experience, but translates well as an EDGE player at the next level. Johnson also has DE experience and can move down to the line of scrimmage if needed. He's a long and athletic prospect with a moldable body who D2 programs should be looking at closely. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17763119/677e39e0d855bc12107cc9bc' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a9fb777e396"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894769"],"_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-68a8c23605829"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A stock riser in our recent 2026 rankings update was Parkersburg South DB [player_tooltip player_id='894769' first='Derek' last='Sandy']. He had a phenomenal junior season for the Patriots and will be one of the better run-stopping safeties in the state again this season. Sandy is deserving of D2 looks this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Joyce in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2026-summer-rankings-defensive-stock-risers/">2026 Rankings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"We also got to see 2026 Parkersburg South DB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='894769' first='Derek' last='Sandy']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/derek-sandy/"></a> at our PRZ Combine Series camp earlier this year, where he impressed. He's another safety prospect who is continuing to develop in coverage, but is an excellent run-stopper. Seeing him in person, Sandy is physically impressive for his size with a wrestling background as well, which is apparent in his style of play and physical build. He posted his first offer from D3 Mount St.-Joseph, but is worthy of D2 looks in our eyes as a highly productive player for the Patriots."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17401235/673f71e2a428c9a84531e94e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a9fb777e3da"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894892"],"_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-68a8c23605874"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Parkersburg South will have some big bodies up front to run behind and protect their quarterback, with 2026 OL [player_tooltip player_id='894892' first='Brody' last='Nesselrotte'] being their top guy. He debuted as a Top 25 offensive lineman in our recent update and should see more D2 offers as a senior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Nesselrotte in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/new-additions-to-the-2026-top-150/">2026 Rankings New Additions article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"An under-the-radar offensive lineman who is beginning to receive college attention is 2026 Parkersburg South OL <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='894892' first='Brody' last='Nesselrotte']</strong>. WV State extended Nesselrotte his first college offer last month, with more sure to come this season once he has some senior film. At 6'3 295, Nesselrotte possesses the ideal size for a D2 guard at the next level, with film to back it up. While there's no full-season highlight tape to evaluate, Nesselrotte has enough of a sample size to get on more college radars heading into his final season."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/23192448/6759a980e7068afe94e84c81' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a9fb777e420"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1324953"],"_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-68a8c236058bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2026 ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1324953' first='Kinzyn' last='Lutchmansingh'] appears to be in line to be the Patriots' starting quarterback this fall. He saw plenty of experience there last season and did some good things as a junior. Lutchmansingh also did a nice job on defense as a linebacker, intercepting several passes. He has quality size and athleticism which could garner D2 looks this fall if he takes a step forward. Lutchmansingh is a versatile athlete, which gives him options as a prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20154751/679faee55f35c831901dbb2f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a9fb777e45e"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605755"],"_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-68a8c23605901"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another big man for Parkersburg South to know this season is 2026 OL [player_tooltip player_id='1605755' first='Aden' last='Swisher']. He's a big body and could earn D2 attention if he gets his film consistently posted and his name out there on social media. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Swisher in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/new-additions-to-the-2026-top-200/">2026 Rankings New Additions article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"Two Parkersburg South 2026 offensive linemen made their debut inside the Top 200 of the rankings this summer, with the second being <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1605755' first='Aden' last='Swisher']</strong>. No social media presence on X or a full season highlight tape has him under the radar right now, but he's certainly worthy of some college looks this season. Swisher is a big, strong kid on film and fits in nicely as an interior OL prospect at the next level."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19656059/6759aa36854a5009a17ccf0c' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a8c23605bd9"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1139379"],"_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-68a8c23605c28"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1139379' first='Collin' last='Hayes'] quarterbacked the Patriots in 2024 and could do the same as a senior if they need him to. He's also a very good defensive player at linebacker, where he'll play more if he's not QB1 this season. Hayes is undersized but plays much bigger and is a fearless competitior. He's a valuable piece to their team and can be moved around to any skill position that they need him in. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17337264/6762b22c074785537c246ca0' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a8c23605c4a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894889"],"_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-68a8c23605c8f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An underrated 2026 prospect for Parkersburg South is [player_tooltip player_id='894889' first='Dedrick' last='Riggs']. He'll see a lot of reps on both offense and defense and can be plugged in at a few different spots. Riggs may be their leading rusher this season and got some spot duty there as a junior, but had a very good year on defense. Riggs is capable of a breakout season for the Patriots and could make his name well-known by the end of the year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17758723/68a91eb5422ec36296e7e120' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a8c23605cad"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1260055"],"_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-68a8c23605cef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1260055' first='Kooper' last='Jackson'] is ready to take on a bigger role on the varsity squad this season after showing promise on their freshman and JV teams the past two years. He got varsity experience as a sophomore, but will likely find a starting spot somewhere as a junior. Jackson has been a physically impressive athlete since his freshman year, which should translate to varsity success moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19656366/67589c245a1c0ed8a59d081f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","fullHeight":true,"anchor":"acf-block-68a8c23605d0c"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326524"],"_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-68a8c23605d4d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We got to see 2027 Parkersburg South RB/ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1326524' first='James' last='Lattea'] in person this summer, where he impressed us. He's another athlete who will be utilized in their backfield but will likely make his biggest impact at safety this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Lattea in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/new-additions-to-the-2027-top-100-pt-1/">2027 Rankings New Additions article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"2027 Parkersburg RB/ATH <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1326524' first='James' last='Lattea']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/james-lattea/"></a> was a top performer at our Combine Series camp earlier this year and is primed for a breakout season for the Patriots as a junior. We've primarily seen Lattea at linebacker to date, but expect him to be a top option in the backfield this fall with an opening at running back. He's a versatile athlete with raw athleticism to utilize, which should allow Lattea to produce at a high level at running back. Once we get some film of him at that position, he has the potential to climb much higher in the rankings."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19667675/6758a61bcd05c5082fba27e5' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a8c23605d6b"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624456"],"_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-68a8c23605dab"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the early top 2028 specialists in the state is Parkersburg South K [player_tooltip player_id='1624456' first='Wyatt' last='Bartley']. He'll be very valuable to the Patriots this season and has the potential to be a weapon in the kicking game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Bartley in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2028-rankings-debut-the-top-70/">2028 Rankings Debut article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"A promising specialist prospect in the 2028 class to know moving forward is Parkersburg South's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1624456' first='Wyatt' last='Bartley']</strong>. He got a small taste of varsity action as a freshman and will continue to earn expanded opportunities on Friday nights as he gets older. Bartley has an early jump on his fellow 2028 kickers with his leg strength and ability as a young specialist. He's developed well on kickoffs for his age and is capable of reaching the end zone at times, which will only continue to improve as he gets older and stronger."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Some clips from my scrimmage against Fairmont senior Hs <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_ThompsonL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_ThompsonL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMacKicking?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMacKicking</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneWV?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneWV</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SportsTalk_304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SportsTalk_304</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoalfieldsCo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoalfieldsCo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BrianWJ23?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrianWJ23</a> <a href="https://t.co/NT5NPFWOTd">pic.twitter.com/NT5NPFWOTd</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1624456' first='Wyatt' last='Bartley'] (@bartley_wy2638) <a href="https://twitter.com/bartley_wy2638/status/1959287911477551383?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Channing Barrett - 2026 WR/DB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1138228' first='Greyson' last='Board'] - 2026 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1605756' first='Justice' last='Drain'] - 2026 OL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1155330' first='James' last='Thompson'] - 2027 K</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1324954' first='Kamero' last='Jackson'] - 2027 LB</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

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Taj Joyce

Taj Joyce

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Kaidyn Johnson

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WEIGHT 215
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Parkersburg South
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Derek Sandy

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Parkersburg South
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Brody Nesselrotte

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HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 290
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Kinzyn Lutchmansingh

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WEIGHT 195
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195
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Parkersburg South
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Aden Swisher

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WEIGHT 280
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Collin Hayes

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Dedrick Riggs

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WEIGHT 185
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Kooper Jackson

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WEIGHT 180
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James Lattea

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WEIGHT 165
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Wyatt Bartley

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