2025 WV Team Preview: University Hawks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% Off Your Subscription with Code PRZWV30 at Checkout!</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The University is flying under the radar this season in the discussion of top teams in Class AAAA. The Hawks have one of the best skill position groups in the state at their disposal and could surprise people this season. If their line play can match the talent around them, the University has the potential to play deep into the playoffs and is well set up for the future with the talent in their program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2025 Schedule</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>8/29: at Musselman<br>9/5: vs Parkersburg South<br>9/12: at Buckhannon-Upshur<br>9/19: at Wheeling Park<br>9/26: vs Fairmont Senior<br>10/3: at Butler (PA)<br>10/10: vs Connellsville (PA)<br>10/17: vs Spring Mills<br>10/24: at Preston<br>10/31: vs Morgantown</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 Record:</strong> 4-7<br><strong>2025 Prediction:</strong> 7-3</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1137053"],"_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-68ae1379b38fd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">University has who many believe is the top punter in the country for the 2026 class in [player_tooltip player_id='1137053' first='Jimmy' last='Gregg']. The Syracuse commit has proved as much at various national specialists camps during his career, and has several P4 scholarship offers. You don't often find weapons at Punter in West Virginia, but Gregg can determine outcomes of games with field position and help create turnovers at times with his punts. Gregg is a must-watch this season for anyone who appreciates great special teams play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17754723/67327e20917f869274305375' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3bd6"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1112752"],"_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-68ae1379b3c2e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">University's [player_tooltip player_id='1112752' first='Marcos' last='Kniska'] flipped over to LB in the rankings this summer from EDGE, and now sits at #1 at the position. He's been excellent for the Hawks since his sophomore season and highly productive. Kniska is a heat-seeking missile at middle linebacker and does a great job of reading plays. He flies to the ball and has the athleticism to track down every type of athlete. Kniska has FCS ability in our eyes and is one of the top defenders in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18057803/6747a3bd625776be6d65041e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3c50"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1137708"],"_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-68ae1379b3c95"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1137708' first='Glenn' last='Brown'] will be an excellent weapon at University's disposal this season. He can play several different positions, but likely makes his biggest impact at receiver as a senior. His athletic versatility should be intriguing to every D2 program in the state this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Brown 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>"University's <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1137708' first='Glenn' last='Brown']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/glenn-brown/"></a> is another highly versatile athlete who likely settles in at receiver at the next level. He should have a very good season for the Hawks at that position, although he'll have to share touches with a host of fellow talented receivers in their skill group. Playing a lot of quarterback last season made him a tough eval, but Brown has a ton of upside as a WR or DB and should get a bigger sample size this season."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18101562/6733f2741d3978c8fbeaa591' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3cb4"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1324951"],"_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-68ae1379b3cf7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2026 University ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1324951' first='Jack' last='Byrer'] is in the mix to be the starting quarterback for the Hawks this season and will likely see a lot of reps there regardless of how the race shakes out. We like Byrer as a TE or LB prospect at the next level, but after seeing him in person this summer, he could earn some opportunities at quarterback as well. Byrer has a large frame and is a quality athlete, which will give him options for what position he plays in college. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17754717/67e74b54ce6e55d31a432dc3' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3d15"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1270648"],"_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-68ae1379b3dde"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1270648' first='Logan' last='Deel'] is a 2026 WR flying under the radar heading into his senior year, but is deserving of D2 looks this fall. He got banged up as a junior and needed some time to recover, but Deel has the talent to play at that level when healthy. University has a lot of athletes fighting for the headlines, but Deel is right in the mix at the top of that list. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Deel 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>'One of the more under-the-radar prospects in the 2026 class who fellow talented teammates have overshadowed is University WR <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1270648' first='Logan' last='Deel']</strong>. The Hawks have a bevy of talented receivers, one of the best groups in the state, so Deel hasn't received the recognition he's deserving of yet. He's nursing an injury heading into his senior season, which hasn't allowed him to participate at camps this summer, and aids in his lack of college attention. University will have a lot of mouths to feed in their offense this fall, but don't overlook Deel as a prospect with value to offer colleges."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17754742/6740c7233e65b7f759448da6' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3dfd"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605316"],"_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-68ae1379b3d57"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An underrated defensive back prospect in the 2026 class to know this season is University's [player_tooltip player_id='1605316' first='Kayden' last='Coles']. He's capable of earning D2 interest this season with a good senior year, and would be a great value add for a D3 program. Coles has quality length and has the potential to play corner or safety at the next level. He's an under-the-radar player to keep tabs on this season, to watch how he's developed since his junior year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18062706/67439932230aa01fb3acaae1' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3d79"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["894990"],"_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-68ae1379b3e3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='894990' first='Khalil' last='Coleman'] has waited for his turn to be a full-time varsity player, and that opportunity will come as a senior this season. He's someone that most people aren't familiar with yet, but he should make an impact on defense for the Hawks this season. Coleman is a smaller athlete, but is scrappy and athletic. He'll fly around the field this season and should play well in space. D3 programs should be keeping close tabs on Coleman this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18228686/67f7d21ba2517c4ac9b0bd71' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3e5c"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1154937"],"_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-68ae1379b3e9c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 University WR/ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1154937' first='Kaleil' last='Lewis'] can be as good as he wants to be. He's flashed high-level upside and potential during the first two years of his high school career, but needs to take the next step to begin seeing P4 offers. Lewis is a no-doubt D1 prospect with the size and athleticism that he possesses. If he falls in love with the game and development process, Lewis will see a lot of college offers in his future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19518138/673fd9eba428c9a845323142' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3eba"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1326514"],"_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-68ae1379b3efa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of our favorite prospects in the 2027 class is University WR [player_tooltip player_id='1326514' first='Hayden' last='George']. He's the definition of a gamer and produces at a high level in any setting that he's competing in. George will be one of the best playmakers in the state for the next years and is a fun watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about George in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2027-summer-rankings-update-offensive-stock-risers/">2027 Rankings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1326514' first='Hayden' last='George']</strong> is just a consistent player every time you get to watch him in person, and he was deserving of a rankings boost heading into his junior year. George is just a pure playmaker for the Hawks, and you see that every time you watch him perform. That's the case in games, camps, and 7-on-7s, forcing you not to ignore his ability and skill level. George had a standout sophomore year in 2024, and we expect him to take another jump as a junior this fall as a top receiver prospect in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19519083/673fb867e2316ebbbc2fa86a' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3f18"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1271395"],"_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-68ae1379b3f59"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2027 University QB [player_tooltip player_id='1271395' first='Harrison' last='Helbig'] made a big move in the rankings this summer after getting to see him in person, and will be vying for the #1 QB ranking this fall. His size and upside as a quarterback make him an intriguing prospect and should have D1 programs following him closely. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Helbig in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2027-summer-rankings-update-offensive-stock-risers/">2027 Rankings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"Getting the ball to <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1326514' first='Hayden' last='George']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/hayden-george-2/"></a> this season may just be 2027 University QB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1271395' first='Harrison' last='Helbig']</strong>. He's in a fierce battle with Top 100 2026 ATH <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1324951' first='Jack' last='Byrer']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/jack-byrer/"></a> to be the Hawks' QB1 this fall and impressed us in person at a camp earlier this year. Helbig has always shown high potential and upside since finding his freshman film, and continues to progress heading into his junior year. The physical tools are obvious with Helbig, with a 6'5 frame, and more experience at the varsity level will continue to open college eyes as a quarterback with D1 potential."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19521354/674f10be11000ebc6af8fc30' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b3f7a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1616215"],"_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-68ae1379b4006"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another University prospect stock riser in the 2027 rankings this summer was DB [player_tooltip player_id='1616215' first='Kyle' last='Weaver']. He's starting to get the recognition that he deserves after quietly having a very good sophomore season for the Hawks. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Weaver in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2027-summer-rankings-update-defensive-stock-risers/">2027 Rankings Stock Risers article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"We liked 2027 University DB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1616215' first='Kyle' last='Weaver']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/kyle-weaver/"></a> in our winter rankings update, but admittedly had him too low after seeing him in person this summer. Fairmont State jumped in early with an offer to Weaver after a strong camp performance this summer and is quickly coming out from under the radar. You could see his ability and skill in his sophomore tape as a defensive playmaker who has a natural feel for the game. Weaver's versatility as a safety prospect should also be noted, and he is the type of athlete who can be utilized in various roles and alignments on defense."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19517118/67572e1273169ae0d3682190' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b4023"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1577829"],"_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-68ae1379b4063"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A 2027 University prospect who we expect to have a breakout year this season is DB [player_tooltip player_id='1577829' first='Jaedyn' last='Katchur']. He's made significant physical developments since his sophomore year, which should translate to a big junior season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Katchur in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/new-additions-to-the-2027-top-50-2/">2027 Rankings New Additions article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"Another 2027 prospect capable of moving up the rankings is University DB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1577829' first='Jaedyn' last='Katchur']</strong>. He had a strong sophomore campaign for the Hawks last season and should build on that further for his junior year. Katchur was a key member of University's track state championship team and is developing well physically heading into an important junior year. He has the speed to play well in coverage on the back end from his safety spot, but also does a great job of flying to the ball and getting downhill in support as well. Katchur is versatile in where he can line up and how he's utilized, which bodes well for his future as a prospect."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19472008/673f423bca1e3e0a353efbfa' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b4080"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1694169"],"_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-68ae1379b40c0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The younger Byrer showed a lot of promise and upside as a sophomore in 2024 and has a high ceiling as a football prospect. He's a long and athletic basketball player who will develop into a future star on the football field, possibly as soon as his junior year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Byrer in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/new-additions-to-the-2027-top-70/">2027 Rankings New Additions article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"Skill talent is plentiful at the University program, and a new name to our 2027 rankings is WR/DB <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1694169' first='Luke' last='Byrer']</strong>. He makes his debut just outside of the Top 50 with a high ceiling as a prospect if he continues to develop. Byrer has a basketball background, but his potential as a football prospect is obvious when watching his sophomore tape. His combination of size and athleticism will intrigue colleges in the future as his opportunities for reps increase as he gets older."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19446675/684e289f2a3d5b9d8fcb4942' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b40dd"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1616222"],"_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-68ae1379b411d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">University will have another weapon on special teams to utilize this season in 2027 K [player_tooltip player_id='1616222' first='Brady' last='Goodenow']. [player_tooltip player_id='1137053' first='Jimmy' last='Gregg'] will rightfully get a lot of the attention, but Goodnow quietly emerged as a sophomore last season. His progress over the off-season should have him taking the next step as a junior and allow his coaches to trust him to execute field goals more often. Goodenow will be someone to keep a close eye on over the next two seasons as he has the potential to make significant strides as a prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19445193/670e6a41f86204af951c6b5d' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b413a"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1292038"],"_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-68ae1379b4197"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2028 University ATH [player_tooltip player_id='1292038' first='Brody' last='Kehler'] is going to open a lot of eyes this season if he hasn't already. He has the potential to put up huge numbers at a few different positions and may be in the mix for some big accolades as a sophomore. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's what we recently said about Kehler in our <em><a href="https://prepredzone.com/2025/07/2028-rankings-debut-the-top-10/">2028 Rankings Debut article</a></em>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"2028 University ATH <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1292038' first='Brody' last='Kehler']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/brody-kehler-2/"></a> was one of the most productive freshmen on varsity last season for the Hawks and should develop into a D1 prospect in two different sports. He joined the family business of becoming a state wrestling champion as a freshman this winter and is an all-around athlete who has a bright future as a football prospect, too. Kehler will get the bulk of his work at running back on offense and linebacker on defense, but can produce at a high level as a pass catcher and as a returner on special teams as well. He's a gifted playmaker, a trait that comes naturally to him, and has a great feel for what to do with the ball in his hands in every way that it gets there."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20170126/673e77f07e6e5be55f3644a0' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ae1379b41b6"} /--> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>OTHER PLAYERS TO KNOW</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1673875' first='Ryder' last='Hastings'] - 2026 OL/DL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1673876' first='Preston' last='Kerns'] - 2026 OL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1673871' first='Aydan' last='Downey'] - 2026 LB/EDGE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1674336' first='Luke' last='Braham'] - 2027 OL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1260057' first='Jack' last='Gamble'] - 2027 OL (Injured)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1624405' first='Luke' last='Padula'] - 2028 OL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1545676' first='Branden' last='Custer'] - 2028 WR</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1716475' first='Keenan' last='Brown'] - 2029 OL</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->