Week 1: Northeast Ohio Stock Risers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The first Friday of the season had no shortage of breakout performances. Here are four more players who made a statement in their openers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1715493' first='Zack' last='Barnhart'] – RB – North Ridgeville – Class of 2026</strong><br>Barnhart, now in his fourth year as a starter, wasted no time showing why he's one of Northeast Ohio's most dependable backs. He carried the ball 21 times for 182 yards and two touchdowns, powering North Ridgeville's offense with a blend of physicality and burst.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='476977' first='David' last='Ternosky'] – QB – Walsh Jesuit – Class of 2026</strong><br>In his first game as the Warriors' starting quarterback, Ternosky looked poised and efficient. He threw for 245 yards and three touchdowns, spreading the ball around and keeping the defense off balance. His ability to take command of the offense so quickly is a promising sign for Walsh Jesuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cole Miller – QB – North Ridgeville – Class of 2026</strong><br>Miller provided balance to the Rangers' offense, throwing for 210 yards and two touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. The junior's composure in the pocket and ability to extend plays gave his team an edge in a hard-fought win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='402347' first='Milan' last='Parris'] – WR – Walsh Jesuit – Class of 2026 (Iowa State commit)</strong><br>Parris, one of the top wide receivers in Ohio's 2026 class, lived up to the billing in Week One. He caught six passes for 130 yards and two touchdowns, consistently winning one-on-one matchups and showing why Power Five programs prioritized him early.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->